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| Balenbouche
Estate, St. Lucia |
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4 Guest Cottages, 10 retreat participants |
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Air
Conditioning – None. There are mosquito nets over
the beds and standing fans in the rooms. |
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Beach
Access – There are three beaches that adjoin the property, 10-20 minutes walking. One is quite rocky - beautiful to look at but dangerous for swimming. The other two are usually nice for swimming. The trails to the beaches are a bit steep and people do need to be fairly fit and up to for a walk. There are a variety of calm, sandy beaches, some with amenities such as water sports, chairs and umbrellas for hire, 15-30 minutes away by car. |
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Dining
Options – Excellent, fresh, home cooking. The menu
can be tailed to fit the group. Vegetarian, vegan and other dietary
restrictions can be accommodated. A night or two out at local restaurants
can also be arranged. |
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Internet
Access – Wireless internet is available in the main
plantation house. |
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Massage
and Spa Options– Indulge in various body treatments amidst the serenity of the trees or in the privacy of your own room. Our professional on call and resident therapists include: JOSEPH- Healer (Shamanic, Reiki, personalized health analysis), deep tissue massage, reflexology BRENDA- Massage therapist (deep tissue, Swedish, Thai massage) ANITANJA- Swedish massage, aromatherapy massage, body scrubs, body wraps and facials KES- Nail technician (specializes in manicures, pedicures and acrylic nails) DR. ST ROSE- Herbalist, Nutritionist *For a full spa experience fully equipped with steam room and sauna you can visit the nearby Coconut Bay Resort and Spa |
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Swimming
Pool – None. |
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View
– The cottages are surrounded by ancient trees, exotic gardens, pastures and fascinating ruins. Glimpses of the Caribbean Sea can be seen from the garden area. |
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Yoga
Space – “The Copra House” is a breezy
barn that was originally built as a place to dry and store cotton.
It is now used as an art studio, a meditation and yoga room. Mats,
straps, blocks and blankets provided. |
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Other
– Balenbouche Estate is a unique combination of farm, historic
site, guest house and family home, which attracts a special kind
of traveler. Seclusion: The closest town, supermarket, & bank
are a 15 min. drive away. Animals: Horses, cows, dogs, cats, and
native creatures such as ants, spiders, lizards, bugs, frogs, crickets,
bats are found throughout. Tropical design: All structures are designed
for outdoor living and those not comfortable camping might not be
comfortable at Balenbouche. Low technology: No TV or phone in rooms.
Energy conservation: Guests are asked to conserve water and electricity. |
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| Proximity
to Airport:
The large airport in the south (airport code UVF) is about 20 minutes
away. The small airport in the north (airport code SLU) is about
an hour and a half away. Do note that transfers from UVF only are
included in the package price listed above. |
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| Retreat
Participant Testimonial: |
“My experience happened to be quite magical. Balenbouche is a delightful, delicious and enchanting experience made so by three kind, intelligent, beautiful and impassioned women who work very hard to do things just right. Paired with Trish of Tropical Escapes, the yoga week was a very fun, fit, interesting and healthy opportunity. Trish is gifted and has the ability to do it all, literally. This includes getting transported around some wicked roads. I enjoyed the morning and evening yoga in the open barn, the walks to private beaches, the delicious food and conversation. There is basic goodness and good health here with Trish and Balenbouche as well as an element of glamour, of good taste. I am quite certain this trip changed my life: it opened my heart; I made friends. I continue my life with a higher level of fitness and sustain myself with some peaceful, beautiful memories”.
Judy Palaferro - jpalaferro@yahoo.com |
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| Instructor
Testimonial: |
“Working together with Tropical Escapes and Balenbouche Estate, we have been able to create a once-in-a-lifetime, life changing retreat. The magical grounds of Balenbouche set amidst secluded beaches, an organic farm, herb and fruit gardens and a magical Banyan tree right in the middle is the perfect setting for escape, reflection, new experience and rejuvenation. Additionally, the uniquely appointed guest suites, the freshly prepared, health promoting meals and the kindness and generosity of the women of Balenbouche, influence and inspire guests towards a life that is a little simpler and a lot sweeter. Having travelled around the world seeking such simplicity and warmth wherever I go, nowhere that I had the pleasure of visiting has come close to this. There is no where like it and only being there, can anyone truly understand the gifts and greatness of this place”
Meghan Telpner - meghan@meghantelpner.com
Retreat Instructor January
2010 |
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| More Traveler Reviews Available at TripAdvisor.com |
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