Wide open skies, star-filled nights, mountain vistas and acres of meadows in which to take rest, and restore...
Sometimes we just need a little time away alone, and Sanctum Retreats offers you just the place to take rest - whether for a simple break away, focused spiritual refreshment, or mentored personal direction.
Nestled on the borders of England and Wales with stunning views of the tranquil Golden Valley and Black Mountains, and surrounded by open countryside, guests quickly find they can breathe deep, rest back, and recharge, taking in the peace and beauty of the natural world around them.
Guest accommodation is in The Fold, a purpose-built luxury wooden lodge, offering single-storey open-plan living for 1 or 2 people (double bed), on a self-catering basis. It is accessed by one shallow step from a private courtyard area.
Sanctum Retreats is ideally located for exploring the ancient landscape, towns, and villages of the Welsh Marches - Hereford, Hay-on-Wye (town of books), Ross-on-Wye, Abergavenny, and a little further afield, the Brecon Beacons, with lots of interesting scenic walks from the gate, including: The Herefordshire Trail and St Thomas Way pilgrimage (Sections 4 & 5 of the Herefordshire Trail begin/end at our gate!).
We have many castles, historic sites, gardens, mountains, a vineyard, and a notable Knights Templar Church at Garway to visit locally, along with the ancient and fascinating Mappa Mundi and Chained Library at Hereford Cathedral.
The Fold's private gravelled courtyard and deck area has plenty of seating, subtle garden lighting, and a warming fire pit, where guests enjoy glorious sunsets and vast starry night skies. There is an abundance of fauna and flora in our surrounding 10 acres of meadows, new orchard and gardens, where guests are free to wander and picnic.
Host, Tina Jefferies, is an experienced retreat leader, published author, and teacher of meditation. Guests are most welcome to join her from
9-9.30a.m. Mon-Friday mornings for silent meditation.
We are ppen throughout the year, excluding Christmas and New Year.