Wild flowers Adorn the gardens with the Finca in the background

Food , Connection & Well Being

At the core of all Love Nourish Cook retreats is a deep connection between food, community and well being. We find absolute joy in crafting nourishing recipes using ingredients sourced from local farms and producers. Our goal with fostering community dining experiences, is to create lasting bonds and friendships within the group.

We are a small community of collaborators who love to move, explore, and nourish ourselves from the inside out. Our retreats are specially curated to create meaningful connections .
Our retreat programmea are carefully designed to create enough space for rest, relaxation and exploring.

Join us on our Cooking and Wellbeing retreat in Andalusia, Spain ! At an exclusive, secluded home in Ronda, aptly described by the owners as “Discreet luxury in a secret country house in Andalusia.”

Gorgeous Gardens Surrounding the Finca

THE RETREAT

The Entrance to the Finca

Originally a finca (farm/ranch), the retreat stands in the midst of a scenic valley, just a 10-minute drive from the historical town of Ronda.
The main house and surrounding buildings blend naturally into the landscape, having been built around the natural rock, which has been aesthetically incorporated into the living areas of the main house.
This gorgeous retreat is fully equipped with all the comforts, including those extra little touches that will make you feel at home.

Stunning Natural Rock Formation in the Lower Lounge

Set within a thirteen-acre garden, the retreat offers countless enchanting spots to explore. Enjoy the Nature trail, relax on terrace lounge chairs, dine under a pergola, read in cosy nooks, or visit the 12th-century water cistern. For a memorable view, take a drink to the old threshing circle to watch the sunset. There are plenty of sun loungers, seats, and tables, shaded areas, and cold freshwater showers fed straight from the finca’s spring.

Relaxation area with a view

Wake up and relax in this spectacular country house with views of the Roman-inspired pool, heated naturally by the sun and surrounded by fragrant lavender and stunning views.

The Roman Inspired Pool

At the retreat, you will be encouraged to adopt a slow pace of life, leaving your busy lives behind.
The retreat will include cooking classes, private dinners, tastings, and behind-the-scenes tours at olive mills and artisanal wine producers + yoga and mindful journaling. You will learn how to cook nourishing dishes combined with local traditional cuisine, while also learning how sustainable food and drink production work in harmony with the local environment.

Alfresco Dining

Gorgeous Tablescape

The group cooking lessons, led by Anu, will be interspersed with trips to producers for a behind-the-scenes experience that will immerse you in Andalusian food culture. We will explore the landscape and dine in the local way, alfresco around a large table, with conversations over different courses.

We will taste local produce, some of the best wines of the region at Ramos Paul Vineyard, set on Ronda’s historical Roman amphitheatre, and visit Almazarala Organic Olive Oil Museum, the world’s first olive oil museum designed by Phillippe Starck. Explore how the oil is produced while enjoying the artistic installations and a unique gastronomic experience.

Spend a morning at the vibrant local farmers’ market, Mercado de Abastos de Ronda, to experience the local culture and flavours of Andalusia.

ACCOMMODATION

Ensuite bedroom with views overlooking the garden

Moorish Hammam Style Shower Room

We have a variety of rooms available, with pricing determined by room type and single or double occupancy. Prices range from £1200pp to £950pp.

There are 5 ensuite twin or double rooms and one separate studio, ‘El Nido’ . El Nido, is a large air-conditioned private suite attached to the main house. This suite has its own entrance, pretty terrace and bathroom, has its own kettle, coffee maker, fridge, TV and wireless speaker. And yes, the whole house has fast WiFi !

El Nido Suite

El Nido Terrace

Prices start from £1200 per guest for studio occupancy, £1050 for single occupancy of an ensuite bedroom. All shared rooms (double occupancy) are priced at £950pp.

Early Bird Price Offers until May 15th:

• £1100pp for the studio

• £950 for single occupancy of an ensuite bedroom

• £850pp for shared double occupancy

Booking Information

We are currently offering an Early Bird discount of £100 off per person if your booking is confirmed by June 10th, along with the deposit.
A non-refundable £150 holding deposit will be required to secure your booking.

Split payment options will be available for those who prefer to pay in two instalments. The first payment will be due by June 20th and the second instalment by August 20th. All information, including the daily programme, local sites to visit, and more about the local area and Ronda, will be available in a separate brochure, which can be requested. 

What’s Included

• 5 nights of accommodation in a lovely Spanish luxury home with beautiful surroundings

• Group transfers upon arrival and return will be organised if you are not hiring a car.

• A lovely foodie bag for every guest.

• Daily nourishing breakfast, lunch & dinner

• 2 hatha yoga sessions

• 2 Mindful Journaling sessions with Karin

• A visit to the first Organic Olive oil museum designed by Phillippe Starck

• Artisanal Wine tasting at a Vineyard set in a historical Roman amphitheatre

• 3 cooking nourishing cooking classes using seasonal local produce with Anu

• Wild foraging with Conny

• An Andalusian cooking class with a private chef followed by dinner

• Fruit, snacks, tea and hydration available through the day.

  Please note that all activities although included, are optional and could be subject to minor tweaks or adjustments ! The complete itinerary will be available on request. Please do not hesitate to email me on lovenourishcook@gmail.com or send an enquiry via the website.

Not Included

- Domestic/ International Airfare 
- Additional activities around Ronda & Andalusia
- Accommodation outside of retreat dates  & Car rentals
-Traveler's insurance (highly recommended)

Please note that car rentals and medical emergencies are not included in the price. We will give you lots of information to ensure that your travel, transportation, transfers, visits to specific locations are all seamlessly organised. We would strongly advise you to get travel and medical insurance before you travel.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT via the contact form or email lovenourishcook@gmail.com