Andalucia, Spain - Hacienda De San Rafael

RETREAT DETAILS

ABOUT HACIENDA DE SAN RAFAEL
Perhaps my most exquisite retreat. I created retreats knowing and waiting for the day I would bring people back to this corner of the world that changed my life entirely--Southern Spain (the area is known as Andalusia in English/Andalucia en espanol). I lived here years ago, fell in love with the romance, language and rhythms of the Spanish culture. With family, food, wine and passions at the core, Spain seduces. The healthy, sane priorities of Spanish lifestyle challenge perspectives of ourselves and our densely packed, fast-paced lives. I brought a group here last year for the first time, and it was simply incredible. I cannot wait to share this again—now even more—knowing how very special this experience is, in the elegant countryside of Spain.

La Hacienda de San Rafael has just been named to Conde Nast Traveler’s Gold List 2024. For the second time, this hotel has been awarded this honor as one of the 75 best hotels in the world. A bohemian oasis, tucked among the white villages of Southern Spain, Hacienda enchants from first glimpse. Once a thriving olive estate, this privately owned boutique resort has been meticulously restored and converted into a magical hideaway, striking a balance of rustic charm and modern sophistication. The eighteenth-century hotel is perfectly positioned halfway between the historic cities of Seville & Jerez de la Frontera, renown for its sherry bodegas and dancing horses. Feeling the soft breeze off the Atlantic Ocean and staring towards the Sierras de Grazalema, the white villages known as pueblos blancos to the East, every turn of head is a moment to be captured. There is a timeless elegance of this 18th century Hacienda. Of Andalusian olive plains and almond groves, of the expanse of sunflower fields, of the scent of lavender and jasmine gardens. An intoxication for the senses from sunrise to utterly breathtaking sunset.

THE ROOMS
The bedrooms are individually decorated by Kuky Mora-Figueroa; Suzanis from central India, old wooden headboards from Zimbabwe, Rajhastan and Andalucian haciendas, beautiful block print cotton bed covers embellished with kantha stitching, an array of decorative marble, stone, ceramic, wooden side lamps, polished terracotta floor tiles and artwork from Kuky´s private collection. Rooms are tucked around an oasis of summer day pools, among gardens of plumbago, lavender, rosemary, bougainvillea, pomegranate and olive trees. Each room is an extension of the surrounding beauty and grandeur, so even your respite is a layer of simple, decadent luxury.

FARE
The food of southern Spain is a star player of our time together. As per all my retreats, food is treasured—our meals will be wholesome, delicious and abundant. This retreat takes the the culinary experience to the next level. The culture of Spain is one of deep appreciation for the land and animals, with an emphasis on fresh, natural ingredients preceding all the current fads of organic and farm-to-table of today. The chef of Hacienda de San Rafael crafts menus highlighting local seasonal produce and bounty from the vegetable garden when seasonally appropriate. The kitchen makes careful daily selection of fresh fish from la lonja and meats are sourced from local premier specialist butchers. Our meals will contribute to and elevate our experience as much as the movement and surroundings. Bright, fresh breakfasts; sprawling lunches of tapas and elegant 3-course, wine-paired al fresco dinners leave us feeling so indulgently cared for and sated with some of the best food you might ever have.

YOGA + DANCE
Each day will have meditation, yoga and danceFLOORED class. You choose how vigorous a schedule you want to have for your retreat. Classes are for ALL levels both in yoga and dance. This retreat gives you the luxury of time to truly indulge in the experience of the class. Some days we will change schedule to accommodate day trips. This particular retreat is one with an emphasis on pure beauty. We will move through yoga + dance, but we will also explore, relax and indulge, as one should do summering in the countryside of Europe. As always on my retreats, you choose how much or how little you would like to participate in all and any activity.

RETREAT COSTS
Retreat includes: all on-site meals of breakfast, lunch, dinners with paired wine and IVA tax, all yoga, dance and meditation classes. Does not include flight, transportation, extra alcohol, spa services or off-site excursions. Prices for retreats are always per person.

*All rooms here have their own exquisite charm. All rooms have AC*

DELUXE ROOM (PRIVATE or SHARED 2pp)
The bougainvillea-filled courtyard acts as centre stage to the three duplex designed Deluxe bedrooms. The thick walls and high ceilings with the original wooden beams highlight the Andalucian architecture. The bedrooms are individually decorated by Kuky Mora-Figueroa; Suzanis from central India, old wooden headboards from Zimbabwe, Rajhastan and Andalucian haciendas, beautiful block print cotton bed covers embellished with kantha stitching, an array of decorative marble, stone, ceramic, wooden side lamps, polished terracotta floor tiles and artwork from Kuky´s private collection. Rooms are two level with mezzanine, one bed, lovely for private occupancy or couple/friends with shared Queen bed.
$4,500 per person / Shared $3,350 per person

GRAND DELUXE ROOM (PRIVATE or SHARED 2pp )
The bougainvillea-filled courtyard acts as centre stage to the eight designed Grand Deluxe bedrooms. The thick walls and high ceilings with the original wooden beams highlight the Andalucian architecture. The bedrooms are individually decorated by Kuky Mora-Figueroa; Suzanis from central India, old wooden headboards from Zimbabwe, Rajhastan and Andalucian haciendas, beautiful block print cotton bed covers embellished with kantha stitching, an array of decorative marble, stone, ceramic, wooden side lamps, polished terracotta floor tiles and artwork from Kuky´s private collection. Luxurious rooms with King bed that can be made into two separate beds, with mezzanine level with another sofa bed.
$4,900 per person / Double Shared $3,550 per person
(*Inquire at teamtootsie@tootsieolan.com if you would like to learn more on making this room a Triple).

POOL VILLA SUITE ROOM (PRIVATE or SHARED 2pp)
Set in the olive grove on the east side of the Hacienda estate, lies the new modern private pool villa suites. These contemporary villas have been curated with Kuky´s handpicked private collection;  antique Chinese tall cabinets, Indian dhurries, mirrors made from old teak from Rajasthan, antique Thakat coffee tables, hand carved marble Mughal design single lamp niches, stone Jali panels.  With views of the endless fields, the expansive pool villas have 3 separate bedrooms suites, a living room, kitchen, verandah for breakfast and a private thatched choza. The private garden and infinity pool look out onto the Andalucian sierras. Each suite room of the villa includes a private ensuite bathroom with separate bath and shower. Each room suite has total privacy like a luxury hotel room. These accommodations are equally wonderful for someone traveling alone or friends/fam who want to be near each other.
$6,100 per person / Double Shared $4,150 per person
(*Inquire at teamtootsie@tootsieolan.com if you would like info on entire Pool Villa Rental)

HACIENDA CASITA SUITE (PRIVATE or SHARED with up to 3 pp)
Three casita suites sit discreetly within the East gardens. Each suite is a small home with its own private garden area of plumbago, lavender, rosemary, bougainvillea, pomegranate and olive trees. The casita homes are individually decorated by Kuky Mora-Figueroa; a stucco façade, reed thatching and restored wooden doors. The rooms and separate living rooms are eclectic, cozy and elegant; Antique Burmese style painted sideboards, antique wooden, lacquer and ceramic artifacts from Indonesia, Burma & India, Moroccan kilims & Indian Dhurries, bed spreads made from vintage silks & linens with natural dyes and hand carved marble Mughal design single lamp niches are among the objet d´art to be appreciated. The lovely marble bathrooms have a separate bath and rain shower. Each home suite includes a choza with a patio day bed and a private pool exclusive to the casita area, private terrace, kitchen area with espresso machine, mini bar. Each home includes a King/double bed on ground floor with an additional bed on a private balcony area off the living room, so that it can accommodate up to 3 people shared.
$6,900 per person / Double Shared $4,550 per person / Triple Shared $3,760 per person

Transportation

This retreat will likely have people coming in from different airports on different days, from various countries, perhaps elongating stays before or after on the continent. Some people took a day(s) in Portugal or London before. Some added a day in Morocco after. Some stayed in Spain a bit longer on either end. Some just came and went from the retreat. The nearest airports to the Hacienda De San Rafael are Jerez (flights within Europe) and Seville (flights from the US and Europe), both 45 minutes away by car. From the US, you can fly into Madrid and continue on to Seville or train to Seville. There are also direct flights from the US to Malaga, which is a longer drive to the hotel but direct flight. Taxi or hired car can take you to the hotel from all airports. La Hacienda de San Rafael is happy to coordinate your travel from airports, if you prefer. As per all retreats, we try to minimize the cost by transporting in groups when possible and are happy to coordinate with you to ensure an eased, beautiful welcome.

Tootsie Olan retreatS SAMple day schedule

Meditation

7:30 AM
light breakfast fruit, tea and coffee or fruit, granola and yogurt
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8:30 AM-10:00 AM
Yoga Class
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12 PM
Lunch
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1:00-4:00 PM
Time for massages, swim, off-site excursions, reading, strolling the lavender/sunflower fields, local hike, siesta.

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4:30-6:00 PM
Dance Class
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8:30 PM
Dinner
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Evening to relax, sunset gaze, swim, party.

WANT MORE?

Southern Spain is amesomely rich with charm and culture. You will have opportunity to add on to your trip: spa services, excursions to nearby towns/beaches, horse riding, hikes, wine tours, flamenco shows, jerez tastings. As we approach our retreat, we craft curated offerings for you to experience a retreat of a lifetime. Stay on premise or explore and add on experiences as you wish. You will have too much from which to choose and frankly, from our experience, simply being on property is perfection and often chosen as exactly where you want to be.

payment

Deposit of $500 is due upon reservation.
Remainder of payment is due by Wednesday, May 15th, 2024.
All transactions are non-refundable.
Some transactions are transferable and discussed by case to ensure fairness for both parties. Travel insurance highly recommended.