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winter warmer | yoga & relaxation | lake district

november 24th – 26th 2017 | 2 day

This 5 star retreat will be held at Silverholme, a stunning Georgian manor house on the shores of Lake Windermere. The essence of this weekend is taking some quality time out to relax before the hectic festive season. Over the course of this winters retreat you will experience and enjoy.

  • A mix of flowing yoga sessions with calming mediations and relaxations.
  • Pampering massage treatments from our in house therapists.
  • Bracing lake and hillside walks along the beautiful Lake Windermere and surrounding hills.
  • Healthy, nourishing and inspiring vegetarian meals.
  • Having your every need taken care of by our friendly in house staff.
  • Unwinding in the opulence of Silverholme manor house with its unparalleled panoramic lake side views.

The weekend is tailored to be in sync with the slower rhythms of nature that this time of year presents and will allow you to feel calm, content and chilled ready to take on the busy festive time ahead.

ZestlifeThe Location

Silverholme is an eco friendly 5* Georgian Manor house on the shores of Lake Windermere, near the small town of Ambleside. Silverholme sits within the Graythwaite family-run country estate spanning 5,000 acres of the English Lake District. The house surrounded by parkland and gardens has unparalleled panoramic views and private access to the lake. You will find it hard not to sit back and relax in the opulence this retreat venue has to offer. Silverholme will take your breath away.

The Accommodation

Silverholme has been exclusively designed to ensure you experience the Lake District at its very best. The magnificent manor house has all the modern luxuries you could ask for but still holds true to its period character. Every room throughout the house has been tastefully appointed. All of the stunning en-suite bedrooms are light and spacious, with distinctive furniture and style and views of the lake or woodland. And with four reception rooms including the grand dining room, quiet library and calm drawing room, there are plenty of peaceful corners that you can find to unwind in.

ZestlifeThe Yoga Space

Just a short stroll across the courtyard from the manor house lies the the Coach house. It has recently undergone a modern renovation using wood from the estate for its warm wooden floors and has surround sound systems in place, ideal for playing music to help you drift off into relaxation. Its high ceilings and full length doors opening out onto the garden, allow the yoga room to be filled with natural light making it a calm and tranquil environment; the perfect space for your yoga and relaxation practise.

The Yoga Teacher

Laura Bell, The Zest Life founder, will be sharing her love and knowledge of yoga on this detox retreat. With over 12 years worth of yoga teaching experience she brings together a vinyasa flow style class that is suitable for all levels and abilities. The classes are fun and informative yet deeply restorative and nurturing. There will be more dynamic yoga sessions in the morning with more calming, relaxation sessions in the evening. Meditation plays an integral part of each session.

ZestlifeThe Food

We are passionate about healthy eating here at The Zest Life and we make it an integral part of our Autumn recharge retreat, with an emphasis on warming and nourishing meals. Our food is always vegetarian, made without sugar or dairy products, and low in wheat and gluten where required. We offer beautiful Pukka herbal teas for you to choose from over the course of the weekend and with three full meals a day, fruit and healthy treats in the afternoon you are sure to feel nourished. All of our recipes can be found on our blog.

Relax - New Year, New YouZestlifeHolistic Treatments

Indulge in a body treatment with one on our expertly trained in house therapists. We offer various massage treatments, from full Swedish body massage to Indian head, and back, neck and shoulders to Reflexology. Organic therapeutic oils are always used to ease away your stresses and strains. £35 for half hour/£50 for full hour treatment. Go to your retreat team for further information on the therapists.

Getting There

Silverholme Manor, Graythwaite, Ulverston LA12 8AZ. Our retreat is easily accessible by both train and car.

By Rail

The nearest station is Windermere with excellent train links to London, taking just over 3 hours from London Euston.

Train times can be found at National Rail. Our suggested train times are –

Outbound – 13.30 Departing London Euston, 1 change, arriving Windermere 16.43

Return – 15.58 Departing Windermere, 1 change, arriving London Euston 19.11

Silverholme is situated a 30 minute taxi ride from the station. Local taxi firms: Lakes Taxis 015394 46777, Windermere Taxis 015394 44144


Price per person & Booking

£499 Twin room | Shared occupancy

£499 Double room | Shared occupancy

Price includes:

  • Two nights 5 star luxury accommodation with ensuite bathroom
  • Twice daily yoga and meditation instruction – mats/blocks/props included
  • Two guided morning hill and lakeside walks
  • All food, snacks and drinks throughout the weekend
  • Towels, waffle bath robes and the luxury brand Bathhouse toiletries are provided.
  • Silverholme is extremely comfortable and all the rooms are finished to an exceptional standard.

This weekend has limited availability to 16 guests so please book early to avoid disappointment.

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If you have any further queries about the retreat please see our FAQ’S page or contact Laura on 07989 512859 / email info@thezestlife.co.uk