La Dolce Presenza: An Exhale in Tuscany
Italy’s Retreat at Podere Macchione
A 5-Day Intimate Immersion in Sound Healing, Guided Meditations, Pilates & Deep Renewal
Limited to 6–12 guests • Private luxury villa • Tuscany (south of Siena)
Nestled in the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany, near Siena, within the walls of a beautifully restored farmhouse, lies an invitation to pause, to breathe, and to return to yourself.
This exclusive women’s retreat is a carefully curated sanctuary, designed to harmonize vitality with deep tranquility. Each day unfolds as a gentle rhythm of nurturing practices: awakening the body with mindful mat pilates, journeying inward with immersive meditation and Sound Baths—including a magical session in the pool—and releasing the day with restorative myofascial rolling.
Beyond the mind and body connections, a private chef will craft exquisite, nourishing meals, and we will partake in a joyful pasta-making class. Between guided sessions, time becomes yours—to wander the villa’s ancient grounds, to reflect by the pool with journal in hand, or to simply be, lulled by the Italian sun.
This is more than a getaway; it is a reconnection. A rare opportunity to unwind, to restore, and to connect with a profound sense of inner ease amidst the timeless beauty of Italy.
The Experience Includes:
✦ 4 nights in a beautifully restored Italian farmhouse
✦ Daily mat Pilates & movement with Michelle
✦ Daily guided meditation & sound baths with Judi (including a magical pool session)
✦ Evening myofascial release & stretching
✦ All meals prepared by a private chef
✦ A hands-on pasta and pizza-making class
✦ Time to wander, journal, rest, and simply be
✦ An intimate community of women who get it
Experience what it feels like to exhale and become fully present with yourself.
Allow yourself to be held here in Tuscany.
The Macchione Property
Podere Macchione is a beautifully restored farmhouse tucked into the rolling hills south of Siena. Original brickwork, travertine stone, exposed wooden beams — and every modern comfort you'd want. Eight private en-suite bedrooms, multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, a pool, and grounds that feel like they belong to another century.
It is spacious enough to have privacy. Intimate enough to feel like home.
The nearest town is 7 minutes away. Siena is 30 minutes. Florence airport pickup is included for all guests.
Every day has a rhythm — here's how it unfolds.
(This is a sample itinerary; a detailed schedule is shared with guests before arrival.)
Day One
Arrival
Check-In
4:00pm
Group pizza making dinner
6:00pm
Fascia Release with Michelle
8:00pm
Meditative Sound Journey with Judi/Ashley
8:30pm
Free Time / Bed Time
9:00pm
Day Two
Set Intentions
Breakfast
7:00 – 9:00am
Pilates with Michelle
11:00am
Lunch
12:30pm
Creative Workshop
2:00pm
Pasta Making Class/Dinner
5:00pm
Guided Meditative Sound Journey
8:00 - 9:30 pm
Free Time/Bed Time
10:00pm
Day Three
A Day To Explore
Breakfast7:00 – 9:00am
Float Pool Sound Meditation9:30am - 11:00am
Lunch 12:30pm
Stretch with Michelle2:00pm - 3:00 pm
Free Time3:30pm
Pizza Making/Dinner
5:00pm
Free Time8:00pm
Free Time/Bed
10:00pm
Day Five
Look Forward & Wrap Up
Special Goodbye Breakfast
7:00 – 9:00am
Last words/see you soon
9:00am - 10:00am
A Little Bit About Us
This retreat is more than a destination — it’s a reflection of who we are and why we do this work.
In this video, we share what excites us most about coming together in Italy, how Pilates, Sound Healing and Meditative Guidance weave into the experience.
This retreat was born from the heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
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