Luscious property overlooking San José and the entire Central Valley.

Nestled above Alajuela, our Costa Rica property is the perfect location to experience privacy and comfort as you recharge and work towards finding your true self. Located on a secluded road outside the small community of Pilas, this refuge offers a world of gardens and serenity overlooking the gleaming city of San José. Take a walk down the hill and pick fresh local produce, or sit and reflect on the beauty and calmness of your surroundings.  

Embrace the Beauty and Desire Within…

We invite you to join us in Alajuela Costa Rica…. Let the natural beauty in you, shine through the natural beauty of the land! Daily practices of meditation, mindfulness and movement will open your heart to reconnect with self and nature, restoring energy and freeing your spirit to explore. Your journey will be immersed in loving- kindness and compassion. Awakening the spirit through Desire Mapping, daily yoga, movement, meditation, mindfulness practices and exciting adventures of the body, mind and soul!

Through “CORE” you will find yourself resting in a container of enriched peace, encouraged to express yourself freely.

• “Connect” - bring together: join in harmony with yourself and others as “we” are

• “Open” - allowing access, passage: create space from the inside out as your CORE expands

• “Restore” - create anew: rebuild, rebirth and align your CORE’s energy

• “Explore” - travel in and through: discover the You that is at your CORE

Our retreats are crafted for anyone. If you are searching for a safe environment for self-discovery, this experience will be a match. Carefully designed to assist you in reaching balance and reengaging in joy, you will be inspired to live more consciously and love unconditionally. The time and techniques will radically shift your vibrations to higher frequencies and promote wellness throughout. Our program offers an intimate experience, where guests can receive what they may have come for and so much more! Experienced facilitators and our holistic approach will enable you to gain the maximum benefits for your physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing.

A healthy vegan diet will take you on a gentle detox while nourishing your body on a deep cellular level.

Experiences

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior yoga experience necessary to attend?

Not at all, just a willingness to try. Our yoga instructors always offer variations to ensure you’re being challenged based on your individual level of experience. Each year there are several participants who take their first yoga class in our Costa Rican paradise.

What’s included in the valueprice?

Your accommodations at Cerro Verde, prepared meals, your meals, all lectures, yoga, transportation to and from the airport and retreat activities are included.

What is the weather like?

Cerro Verde is at the edge of the mountains overlooking San Josè and has an elevation of 4,000 feet. The weather is typically warm or hot with an occasional afternoon rain shower. Evenings can be cool, so we encourage guests to bring a light sweater or jacket. During the day it can be hot, so warm weather clothes are the best.

What about travel, vaccines and money?

You will need a valid passport to travel to Costa Rica, but you will not need a Visa if you are coming from the U.S., Canada or the European Union. The drinking water is excellent at Cerro Verde, as it is in most of Costa Rica. While no vaccines are recommended, please note that there have been a few confirmed cases of Zika in Costa Rica. We recommend consulting your doctor if you are, or plan to become pregnant.  

U.S. dollars are widely accepted, however if you plan to spend time offsite you may want to exchange dollars for Costa Rican Colones. We recommend not exchanging currency at the airport due to unfavorable exchange rates. Your Cerro Verde facilitator allicator can take you to a local bank upon request.

What should I bring?

• Running/hiking shoes that can get wet and good socks

• Slicker/poncho for waterfall hikes

• A personal item with meaningful value (i.e. a crystal, rock from a recent trip, shell from the beach, sobriety chip, jewelry, a meaningful keepsake, memento or poem)

• Lounge clothing, comfortable for the house, meditation, journaling

• Yoga wear (tank tops, sleeveless, shorts, leggings)

• Toiletries

• Light fleece coat or similar for cool nights and early mornings

• Comfortable "house pants" for relaxing in house and around the property in cool evenings

Which airport should I fly into?

San Jose (SJO) Airport is about 12-25 minutes from the house, based on the time of day and the traffic at that hour. The house sits on a hillside and overlooks the airport in the distance, so it is very convenient for flying in and out of Costa Rica.