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Be Createful: Abstract Art & Nature Summer Retreat (Women)

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Be Createful: Your creative summer reset

4 day Abstract Art & Nature Summer Retreat for Women, near Berlin. Intuitive painting, sound journeys & mindful movement surrounded by nature in Havelland — a creative reset for women at the end of summer.

BE CREATEFUL Retreat is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with your creative self. Over four immersive days in the beautiful nature of Havelland, you will explore intuitive abstract painting, gentle sound journeys with singing bowls, mindful movement, and restorative rest — no artistic experience needed.

Each day follows a gentle rhythm: morning movement to awaken the body, creative art sessions where you paint freely without rules or judgment, afternoon sound journeys to deepen your inner stillness, and evenings for reflection and connection with the other women in the group.

The retreat is held in a peaceful natural setting and is designed for women who feel the call to pause, play, and rediscover the joy of making something with their hands. You will leave with a small body of artwork that is entirely your own — and a renewed sense of creative confidence.

🎨 INVESTMENT & ROOM OPTIONS

The retreat is limited to 15 guests. All rooms at HAVEN have their own en suite bathroom.

Prices per person:

  • Shared Triple Room (3 single beds): 845 €

  • Shared Double Room (2 single beds): 895 €

  • Single Room: 965 € (currently sold out)

Bestie Discount — book with a friend and save 50 € each, valid at both price levels. Limited to 6 bestie discount tickets.

Payment — you have two options:

  • Pay a €350 deposit to secure your spot, with the remaining balance paid in full or in 2 instalments — no later than 6 weeks before the retreat starts. Arranged separately via email.

  • Or pay the full ticket price upfront

Note: if you choose the deposit option, the Bestie Discount will be applied to your remaining balance.

Cancellation policy

  • More than 4 months before the retreat: deposit fully refunded

  • Less than 4 months before the retreat: deposit non-refundable

  • Your spot can be transferred to another person, but not to another retreat or date

🎨 HOW IS THE SCHEDULE

Day 1: Arrival — Leaving the City Behind Arrive gently, settle in at your own pace, and ease into the retreat with a welcoming opening circle, your first intuitive art practice, a sound journey, and a shared plant-based dinner.

Day 2: Opening to Creation — Entering the Creative Flow Begin the day with Hatha Yoga and a nourishing breakfast before diving into the heart of the creative work — painting, sound, and reconnecting with your senses.

Day 3: Depth — Awakening the Artist Within A deeper day of creative exploration. Morning Yin & Gentle Flow Yoga sets a soft tone before art sessions and sound journeys that invite you to go further inward.

Day 4: Integration — Returning with Softness A slow, spacious morning to rest, reflect, swim or enjoy the sauna, followed by a nourishing brunch and a closing ceremony to carry the retreat home with you.

🎨 THIS RETREAT IS FOR YOU IF...

  • you often find yourself moving from task to task, rarely pausing long enough to notice how you actually feel

  • it has become difficult to truly switch off — your mind keeps running even when your body is tired

  • you feel a quiet longing to slow down, breathe more deeply, and reconnect with yourself

  • you miss having space to simply be — without expectations, roles, or the pressure to perform

  • you feel curious about exploring creativity, sound, gentle movement, and meaningful connection with other women

  • you sense that art, stillness, and time in nature could help you soften, release tension, and feel more like yourself again

No artistic experience needed — just an open heart and a willingness to slow down.

🎨 WHAT'S INCLUDED

Nourishment & Stay

  • 3 nights at HAVEN, surrounded by nature

  • 8 freshly prepared plant-based meals with local ingredients

  • Morning & afternoon snacks, water and refreshments

  • Yoga props, bedding & towels provided

  • WhatsApp group access with participants before the retreat

  • Goodie bag with carefully selected gifts

Practices

  • 5 guided intuitive abstract art sessions, indoors and in nature

  • 6 sound journeys for deep relaxation and inner balance

  • 2 morning yoga practices (Hatha & Yin/Gentle Flow)

  • 1 scent exploration & creation workshop

  • Journaling, reflection time & women's circle

  • Swimming, nature walks & sauna access

  • All art materials included

Rituals & Extras

  • Opening & closing ceremony

  • 1 blindfolded dinner

  • Optional massage sessions (bookable on-site, not included in price)

Not included: transport to/from the retreat location and travel insurance. If you arrive by train, we are happy to help coordinate a shared taxi with other participants — just let us know in advance.

Location: Haven Havelland, Dorfstraße 33, 14715 Milower Land

🎨 WHAT TO BRING

Comfortable clothes for movement, a journal, and an open mind. Everything else — art materials, yoga props, bedding, towels, snacks, water, tea and meals — is provided.

Learn more about the retreat HERE.

Take a tour of the guest house HERE.

Location
Dorfstraße 33, 14715 Milower Land, Germany