Solo Retreats for Women

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Solo Retreats for Women

Imagine your retreat starting not upon arrival, but the instant you choose to honour yourself.

At Pā Tōrea, you’ll discover a calm, unhurried space to breathe, reflect, and simply be.

No schedules. No expectations.
Just your own rhythm—held by quiet moments, natural beauty, and gentle care.

Stay as long as you wish, and let yourself soften, wander, and remember the peace that lives within.

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What Sets Our Retreat Apart

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01 / Comfort in Nature

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Discover a harmonious blend of comfort and natural beauty. With direct beach access, you will be welcomed to a special place where earth meets sea and sky. Relax in a cosy yurt, listen to the sound of waves at night, sip on quality teas, and enjoy a healthy, gluten-free breakfast each morning.

02 / Unique Outdoor Spaces

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Be held by the tranquil surroundings as you gaze at the stars from the outdoor bubble bath or cosy up by the firepit with a hot drink, getting lost in the flickering flames.

03 / Mindful Reflection

To deepen your experience, an optional journaling diary is provided, alongside curated suggestions for nature walks by the ocean, rivers, natural springs or waterfalls—perfect for reflection and rejuvenation.

What to expect

Experience a peaceful, solo retreat designed exclusively for women, nestled in a serene yurt by the beach surrounded by nature. This getaway offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with yourself at your own pace, away from the rush of daily life.

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    • Quality linen & towels

    • Breakfast basics (including locally roasted coffee, organic teas, cereal, bread & spreads)

    • Private beach access

    • Private outdoor bath & shower

    • Outside dining with BBQ

    • Fire pit

    • Kitchenette (includes electric double hot plate, toaster, kettle and fridge)

    • Cooking basics

    • Shared bathroom unit (includes hot shower, toilet and washing machine)

    • Quality heater, blankets and hot-water bottles for cosy winter evenings

    • Ample time for rest & reflection

    • Optional journalling diary

    • Curated nature walk suggestions

    • Optional First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® consultation to support your journey (additional fee)

    • Yoga mat and props if required

  • This retreat is for any woman who is looking for some quality, peaceful time to herself. You may be feeling a call for a pause, time to slow down and return to yourself.

    Some guests arrive seeking answers to important questions. Others come simply to rest. Many choose this space because life has become too hurried and full.

    If you’re yearning for gentle time alone—free from demands and embraced by nature—this retreat is for you.

  • The retreat is self-guided and unstructured, meaning you set your own schedule without any mandatory activities or timings, allowing you to slow down and be present in your own way.

    It offers you a safe, quiet space held in nature’s embrace, directly next to the ocean to use your time as you wish - no agenda, no expectations, no pressure.

    You may choose to nap, read books, go for walks, enjoy the outdoor bubble bath, journal, reflect or do gentle movement.

    We have curated a number of walks in Golden Bay, all based in nature with an element of water be that by the ocean, rivers, natural springs or waterfalls.

    We provide an optional journalling diary to support your stay and for any reflections or clarity moving forward after the retreat.

    A yoga mat and props can be provided on request.

  • We provide breakfast basics (including locally roasted coffee, organic teas, cereal, bread & spreads). We will enquire about any dietary requirements and preferences on booking so we can tailor your breakfast to suit you. Other meals are self-catered or available locally.

  • Transport is not included. We recommend arranging your own travel to the retreat location. We can provide suggestions if required.

  • An optional First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® consultation can be added to your retreat experience for a discounted retreat price. Allow nature’s healing embrace to support you from within as well as by surrounding you. The essences can be taken to support your retreat experience and beyond.

    An example of how the essences can support you: Frist Light® Flower Essence No. 71 Coastal Convolvulus is the essence of Reflection. It gives the capacity to go within, restores the spirit and is associated with recovery , re-evaluation and retreat.

  • We recommend a 3-night minimum stay to really enjoy the opportunity to slow down and have time to yourself.

    Low season (Apr - Oct): $170 per night. No cleaning fee.

    High season (Nov - Mar): $220 per night. No cleaning fee.

    First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand® consultation: $60 for approx. 1 hour. (Special retreat rate. Usually $80). Includes personalised blend of flower essences to take during your retreat and beyond.

Contact us

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Book a retreat

For any enquiries or to book, check our availability calendar and contact Emily with your proposed dates: info@patorea.co.nz, or use the contact form below.

We recommend a 3-night minimum stay to really enjoy the opportunity to slow down and have time to yourself.

Low season (Apr-Oct): $170 per night. No cleaning fee.

High season (Nov-Mar): $220 per night. No cleaning fee.

A space to be yourself.

We look forward to welcoming you.