WELLNESS RETREATS

Bring your next wellness retreat to Villa Porto Rapallo — an extraordinary private residence on the Portofino Coast, designed for intimate groups, immersive experiences and time to reconnect.

Whether you are a yoga teacher, wellness coach, nutritionist, fitness professional, therapist or retreat organiser, Villa Porto Rapallo provides the setting, accommodation and support to bring your retreat to life.

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A Wellness Partnership with Lisa

Lisa’s journey into holistic health began at 19, when a diet of convenience foods led to serious stomach problems and emergency surgery. The experience sparked a lasting interest in the connection between nutrition, lifestyle and wellbeing, leading her to study at the College of Naturopathic Nutrition, where she graduated with a Diploma in Naturopathic Nutrition.

Her relationship with Villa Porto Rapallo is equally longstanding. Lisa has known the villa since childhood and has played an integral role in its restoration, giving her a unique connection to both the property and its evolution.

Today, Lisa’s nutritional expertise can form an additional element of a retreat hosted at Villa Porto Rapallo. Retreat leaders can choose to collaborate with her to introduce nutritional guidance, workshops, talks or bespoke elements to complement their own programme and philosophy.

Whether a retreat is centred around yoga, movement, mindfulness, nutrition, longevity or holistic wellbeing, Lisa can work alongside the host to create meaningful nutritional content tailored to the group’s needs.

It is another way in which Villa Porto Rapallo can offer more than simply a beautiful setting — bringing together the right people, expertise and experiences to help each retreat become something uniquely its own.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING.

“It’s hard to put into words how incredible the 3 night, 4 day retreat at Villa Porto Rapallo was. The accommodation was of course first class, truly breath-taking from the moment I stepped out of the taxi and looked up to the grand architecture, but it was the warm welcome, the comprehensive but not over powering wellness itinerary, and tips and tools I took home with me and continue to use today that really set it apart from its competition. From someone who finds themselves spending way too much time stooped over a computer keyboard, to be able to get out into nature and walk nearly 35,000 steps in 4 days, be fed meals that are healthier and tastier than anything I’ve consumed in years, and be educated in nutrition, sleep hygiene and calming breathwork techniques, it really was a retreat to remember. One which helped reset new healthy habits as well as relax my body with a heavenly ayuverdic massage and crystal stone infused facial. I will definitely be back.”

Katherine Walsh

Marketing & communicator Director

“The nutrition and wellness retreat at Villa Porto Rapallo was fabulous - just what I needed to escape the hecticness of everyday life. The food was delicious and healthy, the nutrition information provided was so informative and I loved all the various activities. The treatments were divine and such a perfect addition. The accommodation itself is beautiful, very luxurious with great facilities (e.g. a superb gym!) and in a great location, such a beautiful area of Italy, in the centre of lovely Rapallo with local attractions on your doorstep. Lisa is the perfect host and the other health and wellbeing practitioners are so lovely. I felt very much at ease and well looked after over the 4 days. It was such a treat! If you need a break to enhance your wellbeing, with the perfect combination of activities, nutritional education, tasty and healthy food, fabulous accommodation plus some pampering I highly recommend this retreat.”

Stephanie Wilson

Personal Trainer

“I had the most incredible experience at the Villa Rapallo retreat. Everything was simply amazing, with attention paid to every detail. The energy and passion of Lisa and her team were infectious, and even two months later, I still feel its effects. Villa Rapallo itself is stunning, with many hidden corners and beautiful terraces perfect for reading, yoga, or simply relaxing. The room, bathroom and bed are wonderfully relaxing. The gym is fully equipped with top-notch machines, and the yoga space downstairs is incredibly tranquil.

The highlight for me were the insightful talks about nutrition, delivered with such passion that it was impossible not to listen and be inspired to make changes in 'the real world'. The food served during these talks was delicious and easy to make, providing no excuses for not adopting a healthier lifestyle.

Oo, and did I mention the super massage and facial that were given with so much kindness!

I can't wait to return and make this retreat a yearly tradition of self-care. Thank you, Lisa and team, for the love and passion you put into every aspect of the experience!”

Merel Werners

Founder of ME-WE STUDIO

“Villa Porto Rapallo is a “boutique wellness retreat” that combines 5 stars luxury accommodation, with a friendly, professional (yet relaxed) environment. We really enjoyed our stay and learned so much about nutrition from Lisa! The retreat offers a variety of treatments and holistic experiences which we would strongly recommend. The icing on the cake was the visit to the old olive press and walk to Portofino, not to mention the view from the penthouse overlooking the marina! 10/10 experience.”

Mario Siddi

Global Head of Menswear & Accessories Wholesale. JW Anderson (LVMH fashion brand)

“I attended a short retreat at Villa Port Rapallo in March, and I must say Lisa have transformed it into a beautiful and relaxing place to be. It sets in the picturesque Portofino coast with beautiful views and lovely sea breeze. I enjoyed retreat’s culinary delights, which Lisa curated herself. They were locally sourced and nutrient-rich breakfasts/dinners, and Lisa taught guests a lesson in DIY gourmet meals. Massages, long hikes and lectures on how to improve our busy lifestyle were part of the trip. Guests were infused with information and breathing practices, which are easy to implement into daily routine. We had a 1on1 session with on-site nutritionist Lisa, who gave amazing advice on how to improve certain health conditions to make you feel alive again. Kundalini yoga session and sound bath were out of this world.”

Overall, if your aim is to show yourself some love and feel rejuvenated after, you are in the right place to be. “

Maria Bogdanova

Executive Assistant

Ivanhoe Mines group

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