About Essência
Essência is an off-grid eco-village, healing center, and retreat venue by the coast of Portugal.
We are a community of people who believe life can be lived differently — slower, closer to nature, and more connected to ourselves, each other, and the Earth.
Some people come to rest, heal and reconnect. Some people are called to our retreats, gatherings and regenerative events. Other are called to co-create, learn and share with us. All of you are welcome.
Here we host visitors in nature, grow food, share meals, care for the land, and create spaces for healing, embodiment, music, learning and meaningful connection.
Kids Temple
A safe, nature-based space where children can explore, play and grow. Inspired by the forest-school ethos, the Kids Temple invites little ones to follow their curiosity, develop self-awareness and connect deeply with nature.
Parents are encouraged to take part, observe or contribute, nurturing a shared sense of community and care.
Visit Essência
We invite you to unwind and reconnect with nature.
Stay with us in our serene accommodations and experience the slow rhythm of Essência.
Farmhouse stay
Come back to yourself, nestled in nature, amongst the peace and beauty. Embrace slow conscious life. Min. 4 nights.
Yurt
Reconnect with yourself in our cozy, handcrafted yurts. Surrounded by forest, birds and peace, they are your sanctuary for slow, mindful living.
Glamping Tent
The new luxury. Glamping tents with a kingsize bed and feather duvet, your temple in the forest with the birds.
Camping cars & Vans
We have a few spots for you !
Healing Center
At Essência Healing Center, you are invited to embark on a journey of self-discovery — to detox, regenerate, heal and grow, so you can shine your unique light into the world. Nestled in the heart of pristine nature, our serene environment offers the perfect space for deep rest and transformation.
Choose from a variety of guided healing sessions with dedicated practitioners, each offering their own unique approach to support your personal journey toward balance, clarity and renewal.
Community Day
Join us Thursdays for our Community Day!
Everyone is warmly invited to spend the day together — helping out in the morning with a shared project (often in the garden), enjoying a nourishing and delicious lunch and in the evening relaxing at our SPArkling Night, with sauna, hot tub and — if the weather allows — a soup cooked over the fire at a cozy campfire atmospehre.
Come connect, contribute
and unwind together.
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Testimonials
AntoniaAmazing place with which I fell in love!!
A beautiful nature getaway to find peace. The yoga Shalla was my personal highlight! It should be mentioned that it is a strictly vegan + free of any substances (alcohol-, tabaco- free) place and it is a little bit off grid which is all worthy if you are looking for a peaceful silence place to rest and enjoy! Wifi in the main house and the rooms wasn’t working well but therefore they have a common working space with fast starlink connection.