Immerse yourself in the golden splendor of autumn at Ballymaloe House, a historic country estate nestled in the lush Irish countryside. Harvest is an invitation to celebrate this season of brilliance and bounty, to awaken and nourish your body, heart, mind, and spirit.
Set amidst the rolling fields and coastal cliffs of County Cork, Ballymaloe offers the perfect sanctuary for renewal. Mornings will open with yoga and meditation in the gentle light of autumn. Afternoons will invite perfectly curated field trips, and also spaciousness to explore the estate’s gardens, walk nearby trails, or simply rest and revel in the beauty of Ireland’s lush, verdant landscapes.
Each day, we’ll enjoy world-class organic meals crafted from the estate’s gardens and local farms, a true celebration of Ireland’s culinary heritage and the season’s harvest. Evenings will round out with restorative and reflective practices, inviting deep integration as the day fades.
The crisp air, golden foliage, and quiet magic of Ballymaloe in autumn offer an unparalleled sensory experience. Gift yourself or someone you love this sacred time to connect deeply with a community of spirit, the earth, and the transformative energy of this threshold season..
Your retreat week will be at the award-winning Ballymaloe House. Condé Nast Traveller Magazine has acknowledged Ballymaloe House on their Gold List, and it was the only Irish venue on this prestigious list of the World’s top 100 hotels. The McKenna Guide 2018 listed Ballymaloe House as one of Ireland’s 100 Best Restaurants.
Accommodation at Ballymaloe House is simple and elegant. Each room has a private bathroom (many with bathtubs). All accommodations have a calm and relaxing feel. There are paintings and drawings by Irish modern artists such as Pat Scott, Michael Farrell, Louis Le Brocquy and Norah McGuinness throughout the house, as well as examples of Irish studio pottery.
Enjoy afternoon tea in the drawing room by the fire or in the conservatory, which is filled with scented geraniums and winter jasmine and overlooks our gardens and river. The gardens are dotted with benches, where you can sit and read or listen to the sounds of the farm. During our visit, the drawing room will be warm and peaceful—the perfect place to relax after a long walk by the sea and look out at the wild Irish sky.
Yoga classes will be onsite at the “Grainstore,” which was originally built in the 17th century, but converted to host groups and events. Wood floors, quiet and lots of light offer a perfect space for dailiy classes.
During our week, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the grounds of Ballymaloe, a picnic on the Ballycotton cliffs, and a day trip to Blarney castle (with a special dinner out at a surprise restaurant!). We offer a visit to the Ballymaloe cooking school grounds, and the chance to sauna and cold dip in the Atlantic! This unique retreat will open your eyes to many of the splendors of Ireland and is perfect for single travelers, couples, culinary enthusiasts and you!
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
OPTIONAL EXTRA ACTIVITIES:
LODGING + PRICING OPTIONS
We have 10 shared rooms and 4 single rooms available. The main house rooms will be assigned first, then the courtyard rooms.
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY ROOM
Queen/King or 2 Twin Beds: $4195 per person
SUPERIOR DOUBLE OCCUPANCY ROOM
$4495 per person
SINGLE OCCUPANCY ROOM
$4895 per person *limited availability
REGISTRATION + DEPOSIT
To reserve, you only need to place your initial $695 deposit. We will confirm your reservation and can split your balance into payments through June 2026.
YOUR TEACHERS ON RETREAT
SHAWN PARELL, LMHC, RYT-500
Shawn Parell is an expert yoga teacher, integrative therapist, and writer whose work expresses fluency in the science and artistry of wellbeing. For 20+ years, Shawn has mentored hundreds of yoga teachers and guided thousands of practitioners in somatic mindfulness. She is a licensed therapist in private practice in Santa Fe, NM, and teaches courses and immersive retreats worldwide. Shawn holds an M.A. in Eastern Classics and Sanskrit from St. John’s College and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Southwestern College. She explores the complexities and creative potential of being human in times of radical change while sharing contemplative essays, conversations, live classes, playlists, and more at The Guest House.
ERIN DOERWALD, LCSW, CMT-P, RYT-200
Erin Sibley Doerwald is a psychotherapist, mindfulness teacher, and yoga instructor with over two decades of experience supporting holistic health and wellbeing. Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, she integrates yoga, mindfulness, and resiliency practices to foster healing through workshops, retreats, clinical work, and her business, Hello Wellness. She has taught individuals from all walks of life in corporate, healthcare, educational, and nonprofit settings. A yoga practitioner since 1999, Erin’s teaching is rooted in Iyengar, vinyasa, and restorative practices, complemented by her expertise in interpersonal neurobiology and trauma-sensitive approaches. Certified by UCLA’s Mindful Awareness Research Center, Erin has been teaching mindfulness since 2012, blending modern science with ancient traditions. Her work embodies a deep connection to nature and community while inviting individuals to cultivate self-compassion and deepen their insight and awareness.
NOT INCLUDED:
REFUNDS + CANCELLATIONS
Refund less deposit ($695) before June 1, 2026. No refunds after June 1, 2026. Due to arrangements made with our vacation hosts, there can be no exceptions to this policy.
If you place a deposit, the balance due will be set to charge in equal installments starting the month after deposit through June 2026, unless other arrangements are made. Participants will be required to sign the application and liability waiver to participate on this trip.
We HIGHLY recommend that you consider purchasing Travel Insurance. Travel insurance companies like Travel Guard and Trawick International offer policies that insure your investment in case you need to cancel (including “cancel for any reason” coverages), coverages for expenses incurred due to to weather & travel delays, personal property loss and emergency travel medical. Please review policies carefully to choose the coverage you need.