Yoga Retreat in Scotland

You’re more yourself when you are rested.

Permission to Rest Retreat 2025
Friday 17th - Monday 20th October
Old Kilmun House | Scotland

This Retreat is in English.

Imagine a quiet morning with hot cup of tea in bed. No rush to be anywhere. A nutritious meal ready for you and no need to do the dishes! Daily yoga, hot tub or/and sauna. This is not a dream - this is possible for 4 days on this retreat!
Switching your phone off and unsubscribing from constant rush and to do lists for a moment. What would it feel like to drop that tight layer of tiredness that comes with even deciding what to do to actually rest?

Rest can be tricky amongst schedules, responsibilities and all life demands from us. But don’t worry - I’ve got you.
Let me look after you and your tiredness and guide you into rest in the most beautiful setting.
Creating perfect conditions for you to immerse yourself in time, rest, connection & most stunning Scottish nature.
Join me this Autumn in beautiful Scotland. Let’s become well rested humans together

Our venue

Rest environment matters.

Living in Scotland for nearly 18 years now I thought I knew how special it was. But it wasn’t until I first arrived at the West Coast that I realised just how magical this land truly is.

Old Kilmun House holds a special place in my heart. Created by wonderful friends, it has been the backdrop for many birthdays, weddings, and countless joyful visits with friends as well as my yoga groups. Here, you will feel at home and one with nature.

Waterside views over Holy Loch our house is surrounded by incredible walks, most notably Pucks Glen, Kilmun Arboretum and Benmore Botanic Gardens, all of which are accessible by foot. House itself has been lovingly restored to the highest standard yet keeping it’s soul. There’s also an on site hot tub and sauna, and a yoga yurt featuring a wood burning stove - perfect for these cosy yoga practices.

The range of luxurious accommodation consists of beautiful double, twin and triple rooms for couples, friends and those who plan on arriving solo. Shared bathrooms. Venue is located about 2.5 hour drive from Edinburgh and a scenic 20-minute ferry ride across the loch. Also accessible by train. 


  • Dinning room

  • Loch views

  • Beautiful shared rooms

  • Yoga yurt

  • Hot tub

  • Puck's Glen

  • Private Sauna

  • Double bedrooms

  • Shared space

  • Stunning Walks

  • House Entrance

  • Yoga yurt

Agenda

Yoga, rest & digest

4 days of stretching time and creating space for connection, rest and yoga. Immersing yourself in deeply nourishing meals and accessible practices such as Yin, Yoga Nidra & Restorative Yoga. Creating more space for true rest & digest to down regulate your nervous system and give you a space to release stress and tension you might be carrying. Shared meals and time together as well as enough free time to relax, nap, read and embrace the surroundings of nature. Everything is a choice. There is no pressure to take part in activities if you don’t feel like it. This is your time to rest and slow down.

3 beautiful vegetarian ( option for vegan) meals per day & dessert of course freshly prepared for you by an amazing chef Dominika.  Option to sleep in or do yoga, explore beautiful local walks. Yoga Practices are designed to bring softness and space to the body and help to quiet down the mind. Environment that doesn’t pressure you into any shapes but leaves you enough space for curiosity to explore the needs of your body. Beautiful way to deepen or start your practice as there’s no pressure of time. Gentle Yin in the mornings and Relaxing Restorative and Yoga Nidra sessions in the afternoons or evenings… Additionally deeply relaxing sound bath session.

memories from previous retreats

  • - Anna

    I was initially hesitant to attend rest yoga retreat alone, but I couldn’t have been more pleasantly surprised. From the start, the inclusive and welcoming atmosphere put me at ease. Paula’s approach was refreshing, offering space for everyone to move at their own pace with plenty of options for all levels. There was no pressure - just encouragement to rest deeply and listen to your body. Balance of quiet reflection and connection with other participants was perfect. The insights from these conversations were as valuable as the rest itself. Retreat not only left me feeling more rested than I have in ages but also reminded me of the true essence of yoga: mindfulness, connection, and self - care. Best thing I did for myself in years.

  • - Nicola

    Permission to Rest retreat with Paula was, without a doubt, one of my top highlights of 2024! It felt like time really slowed down.Thoughtfully curated schedule, every detail was designed to create the perfect cocoon for rest. We were all met and welcomed with such softness, care, and intention which rippled through the group and the retreat…whatever you needed or however you were feeling was truly welcomed. Even though we were only away for a few days, it felt like so much longer, in the best way. I left feeling nurtured, inspired and so grateful to have met so many wonderful people. I can’t wait to join the next one!

  • - Nicky

    Paula’s Rest Retreat provided a wonderful opportunity for me to relax & rejuvenate. Careful attention to every detail ensured that the group had everything we could possibly need, from delicious meals to exceptional accommodation, and everything in between!

    Thoughtfully designed schedule and tailored to our need for rest, allowing us plenty of personal time to relax throughout the day. The retreat was peaceful, picturesque, and absolute bliss. I had a truly enriching experience learning the value of rest and will certainly be booking future retreats with Paula.

Impressive seven bedrooms, ranging from single, double and superking beds. The rooms exude charm and character, and the feeling of staying at a family home. Each room benefits from luxurious duvets and pillows, Egyptian cotton sheets and thoughtfully sourced accessories. Shared bathrooms with toiletries. Hairdryers available in every room.

Pricing & booking

Bed in Triple Room | single beds : Early bird £505* pp | £585

Bed in Twin Room | single beds : Early bird £570* pp | £660

Single occupancy | double bed : Early bird £670* pp | £750

(6 available - 4 spots left )

(4 available - 2 spots left )

(3 available - sold out )

*Early Bird prices if deposit is paid by 28.02.2025

A non-refundable deposit of £160 is to be paid to secure your space. Payment plans available - please ask. 
Second payment of £200 is to be made by 1st July 2025.

Click on the button above to book your spot choosing the room type you’d like. If you require any extra information before committing or have any questions regarding the retreat feel free to message me . Rooms are available on a first come, first served basis. Arrival from 5pm on Friday - check out Monday  around 2pm

What’s included:

  • 3 nights accommodation at our beautiful venue

  • 3 delicious vegetarian/vegan meals per day. Light breakfast, lunch and dinner + daily dessert of course! Unlimited access to teas & coffees. (please let me know of any dietary requirements and we will do our best to accommodate them)

  • Relaxing sound bath session

  • Beautiful luxurious accommodation

  • 5 Yoga sessions - practices are designed to accommodate all levels

  • Access to hot tub, sauna and surrounding Scottish countryside: Benmore Botanic Gardens, Holy Loch and the beautiful Puck’s Glen.

Not included in price:

  • Travel to the accommodation

  • Ferry tickets

  • Insurance

  • Possible fascials / massages*

Example of schedule

  • Friday


    Arrival

    5pm: Room check in & small snack

    6pm: gentle stretch, shavasana & welcome circle

    7pm: dinner

  • Saturday


    8am: morning practice -
    yoga, meditation or walk

    9:30am: breakfast

    Free time:
    Dive into a hot tub, go for a walk, read, chat or warm up in the sauna

    12pm: Yoga Nidra

    1:30pm: lunch & even more “you” time!

    4:30pm: evening practice - sound bath

    6:30pm: dinner

  • Sunday


    8am: morning practice -
    yoga, meditation or walk

    9:30am: breakfast

    Free time:
    Optional walk to Puck’s Glen or Bennmore Botanics

    1:30pm: lunch

    5pm: evening practice - Restorative or Yin Yoga

    6:30pm: dinner

  • Monday


    Quiet morning for yourself. Enjoy that unhurried and uniterrupted hot cup of tea or coffee in bed

    9:30am: brunch & free time

    11am: Restore & Nidra

    12pm: Snack, coffee, hugs & goodbye’s

    Check out by 1.30pm

What to pack:

  • Cosy comfy clothing to wear around the house

  • Swimwear for sauna, bath tub & possible cold dips in the loch

  • Walking shoes & slippers for around the house

  • Quick drying towel or dry robe if you plan on cold dips

  • That book that’s been starring at you from your bedside table

  • Open heart and yourself - maybe a friend?