Settle into a soulful escape at a beautiful bohemian manor house near the Dorset coast, where an intimate retreat invites you to slow down, soften, and reconnect. With gentle yoga, immersive sound healing, and nourishing plant-based meals, this weekend is designed to support a full nervous system reset, leaving you feeling grounded, restored, and deeply held.
A deep rest retreat like no other, this manor house experience takes place in a quiet Dorset village, not far from the Jurassic Coast. From the moment you arrive, the pace begins to shift. Behind the gates, the outside world gently fades, replaced by stillness, spaciousness, and a sense of ease.
Surrounded by beautiful grounds, the manor becomes a sanctuary for rest and regulation. The retreat offers an opportunity to step away from constant doing and return to being, creating space to unwind, reconnect with your natural rhythm, and restore balance.
The atmosphere is intimate yet spacious, with the calm elegance of the house supporting practices that encourage deep rest. Each day unfolds slowly with restorative yoga, guided meditation, and immersive sound healing, all chosen to soothe the body and quiet the mind.
There is also time between sessions to simply be. Wander through the gardens, rest in peaceful corners of the house, or head outdoors to enjoy the surrounding landscape, open skies, and grounding walking paths.
Shared meals bring warmth and connection to the weekend. There is no pressure and no rush, only space to soften, listen inwardly, and return to yourself. By the end of the retreat, you may feel steadier, clearer, and deeply restored.
Across the weekend, Saira will guide sessions of vinyasa, restorative yoga, and vagus nerve and nervous system reset workshops, suitable for all abilities.
In-house vegan chef Gilly from Wyld Green Kitchen will nourish you each day with balanced, healthy meals, juices, and snacks, prepared with creativity and care.
A short drive to Eype offers the chance to enjoy a group walk along a stunning beach on the Jurassic Coastline, with the option to swim if you wish.
Over the weekend, you will experience two blissful sound healing workshops featuring gong and seven chakra crystal bowls, designed to help you rest, balance, and realign your energy field. Each day also includes time for meditation and mantra sharing for positive affirmations.
There is plenty of time to relax and book a session with the holistic therapist, with massage, healing, or reflexology available from £40.
The venue offers a range of boho, quirky, and artistic rooms, from a four-poster bed with a roll-top bath to shared attic spaces and antique French beds with ensuite facilities.
Little and Big attic room can be booked together as a shared twin ensuite or separately, with the Big attic room then using the downstairs bathroom. Please note that the Little attic room is accessed via the Big attic room and is not completely private.
Friday
4:00 pm Arrivals
4:30 pm Tea, snacks and chats
5:30 pm Vinyasa flow yoga with Saira
7:15 pm Plant based supper from Gilly at Wyld Green Kitchen
8:30 pm Chill time
Saturday
8:30 am Breakfast smoothies
9:00 am Release stress from your nervous system workshop
9:30 am Energising vinyasa flow yoga with Saira
11:00 am Plant based brunch
12:00 pm Optional treatment, walk to Shutes Lane or Colmers Hill, reading, conversation, or a nap
2:30 pm Sound healing gong bath with Saira
4:00 pm Raw cacao drinks and vegan cakes
6:00 pm Restorative yoga with Saira
7:15 pm Plant based supper
8:30 pm Chai drinks around the fire
Sunday
8:30 am Breakfast smoothies
9:00 am Nervous system reset breathwork and meditation workshop
10:00 am Energising vinyasa flow yoga with Saira
11:15 am Plant based brunch
12:00 pm Group walk and optional cold water dip at Eype beach
1:30 pm Sound bath with Saira back at the manor
2:30 pm Tea and cake
3:00 pm Retreat ends
Saira Francis has spent more than two decades supporting others as a healer, offering compassion, authenticity, and guidance within her community. Based in West Dorset, she is an experienced yoga teacher, holistic therapist, and energy and sound healer.
Drawing on her own healing journey, Saira offers heartfelt support to those beginning or continuing their path. Her dedication to this work keeps guests returning to Mellulah Yoga Retreats for her grounded guidance and practice.
Mar 12-14, 2027
3 day event
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Located in the Mainhouse, this Solo Super King Double Room offers a comfortable and restful stay for one guest. The spacious super king bed creates a relaxing setting, ideal for unwinding after a full day of retreat activities, quiet reflection, or simply enjoying some personal time.
Guests staying in this room share bathroom facilities, making it a practical choice for solo travelers who value both comfort and simplicity. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, with a focus on ease, privacy, and a good night’s sleep.
Whether you are joining a wellness retreat or looking for a peaceful place to recharge, this room provides a thoughtful balance of space and convenience within the Mainhouse.
Located in the main house, this elegant room offers a refined stay designed for comfort and privacy. It features a luxurious super king double bed and a private ensuite bathroom, creating a restful space for solo guests seeking extra room or for those who simply appreciate a more spacious and peaceful setting.
Thoughtfully suited to a wellness retreat atmosphere, the room provides a calm place to unwind between yoga sessions, meditation, and time spent reconnecting with yourself. Its generous proportions and ensuite convenience make it easy to settle in and enjoy a sense of ease throughout your stay.
With its placement in the main house, this room combines comfort, practicality, and a quietly exclusive feel, making it an inviting choice for a restorative escape.
About Mellulah's Founder, Saira Francis Since 2004, when she first began working with energy healing, Saira Francis has been devoted to creating a safe and supportive space for others on their healing journey. Her own lived experience has taught her lessons no textbook or workshop could provide: that choosing to work on ourselves can be deeply transformative. She also understands that healing...
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