Offerings
Drop-In Meditation
A personal guided meditation session
Whether you are passing through Sicily or live nearby, get in touch for a personal, one-on-one, private session. Tailored to where you are along the path, we can explore fundamental meditation techniques, refine posture, focus on the practical aspects of practice, discuss the philosophy behind it, or help you build a sustainable home practice. Ideal as a single introductory experience or as a first step toward ongoing regular guidance.
Learn MoreSelf-Guided Meditation Retreat
Space and support for your own practice
Spend a few days in our independent garden studio, stepping away from the usual rhythm of everyday life and making space for whatever you need to focus on. Use the time for meditation or spiritual practice, writing, creative work, reflection, reading, or simply being somewhere quiet and supportive. If you would like guidance, conversation, meditation support, or help shaping your time here, we are happy to explore what might be useful. Everything can be adapted to your needs and intentions. Come with what you are working on and talk with us about what would support you.
Learn MoreMeditation Practice Kickstart
A 2-night retreat to establish your practice
A short, focused retreat designed to help you establish a new daily meditation practice or refine an existing one. Over two nights in our garden studio, this stay combines personal lessons, open discussion, guided meditation sessions, and quiet, uninterrupted space for practice. We'll explore different meditation techniques, discuss the fundamentals and philosophy, and leave ample time to sit on your own. The schedule and practice will be shaped according to your experience, interests, and personal circumstances.
Learn MoreOffered entirely in the spirit of dāna (generosity). If you'd like to arrange a stay or a lesson, we'd love to hear from you, share more details, and discuss how we can best support your time here.
Get in TouchIs This Stay Right for You?
A good fit if you...
- Want a few quiet days away from your usual routine
- Are curious about meditation or Buddhist teachings
- Already meditate and wish for uninterrupted practice time
- Are navigating a life transition and value individual dialogue
- Appreciate simplicity and modesty over luxury amenities
- Value spending quiet time on your own
Probably not the best fit if you...
- Are looking for a resort-style holiday
- Prefer organized group activities
- Require complete, absolute silence at all times
- Want restaurants, shops, or nightlife within walking distance
- Prefer highly structured retreats with large groups
- Prefer company and social interactions
Glimpses of the Experience
Where you will stay
Meditation Studio Light
Studio Bathroom
Studio Kitchen
The garden
Lizzy and Eggplants
Picking Tomatoes out in the garden
Winter Garden
Close by
Etna & Sea
Rainbow Over the Countryside
The Beach Nearby
Volunteering & Hands-On Stays
If you enjoy garden work, are handy with DIY projects, and value inner peace, simplicity, and self-reflection, we would love another pair of hands. Join us for a meaningful stay rooted in cultural exchange and shared experience.
Dāna — The Spirit of Generosity
Everything here is offered in the spirit of Dāna, a foundational practice of generosity given as a gift rather than a commercial transaction.