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“Located 30 minutes from Lisbon, Terra Quinta offers lush nature, Olympic calm and a unique setting for comfortable wellness, an exclusive paradise for the body and mind, on a 5-hectare park full of organic character.

Welcome to Terra Quinta

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A large group of people gathered around a long outdoor wooden table enjoying a meal in a park or garden setting with trees and plants in the background. They are eating and talking, with some standing and some seated. The table is covered with various foods, drinks, and plates.
Living room with large windows, a low wooden table with cushions and pillows around it, bookshelves with books and decorative items, and sunlight casting shadows on the tiled floor.
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Terra Quinta is a thoughtfully designed retreat sanctuary that seamlessly blends comfort, spiritual practice, and sustainable living. The Main House welcomes guests with an inviting space adorned with local artwork and shelves of books, creating an atmosphere where minds and spirits are nourished. Beyond the house, an arena anchored by a brazier invites exploration of the five elements through lunar cycles, mandalas, totems, and mineral representations from across the continents. A tranquil pergola provides the perfect setting for yoga, meditation, and sunrise contemplation, while an organic vegetable garden—cultivated with love and sustainable practices—supplies the retreat with seasonal produce year-round. Every element of Terra Quinta is designed to create a haven where guests can reconnect with nature, themselves, and their well-being.

A backyard swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a green lawn, lounge chairs, large trees, and a wooden pergola with seating.
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Meet Your Guides

Wholehearted living is about showing up authenticity, finding courage through vulnerability and cultivating a sense of belonging, according to author Brené Brown. Our retreat explores wholeness through the lens of modern intelligence and ancient wisdom by combining embodied practices and yogic principles. You’ll learn to observe energy and witness how changing the mind changes matter. Dare to find a truer, deeper connection to yourself and others through daily yoga and insightful workshops and with Psychologist Karen Anderson, MS, LMFT.

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  • Amanda is a student of consciousness who embraces adventure in the outer world and the inner world. As a yoga therapist her training is rooted in the Kripalu lineage and uses ancient tools to align the subtle body (including thoughts, energy, inner wisdom and spirituality) to support physical body. As a neurodivergent person, Amanda’s passion for neuro-wellness is embodied. Beyond sensory friendly classes, her guidance emphasizes nervous system regulation and sub-conscious re-patterning.

    Amanda guides yoga on and off the mat with a sense of curiosity, and feels most closely connected to Oneness through nature. For her, the yogic system and practical philosophy has been a path of personal healing, regulation and ongoing learning that she feels called to share with others.

    She guides students on their path of self-discovery, somatic awareness and inner authority. Amanda is passionate about ancient wisdom traditions including Helenistic Astrology. She loves to travel and has hosted self-discovery retreats in the US, Nepal, Greece, Mexico and Costa Rica. She first visited the Osa as a volunteer in 2012, and now resides part time in Nosara, Costa Rica. She credits Nosara Yoga Institute for introducing her to the magic of “Self-Awakening Yoga,” Nidra and high-prana yoga in the jungle.

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  • Karen Anderson, MS, LMFT, is a licensed clinician who helps people live more relationally awake. With 18+ years supporting individuals and couples, she integrates evidence-based relational skills, trauma care, nervous-system-informed practices, and a mind–body–spirit lens. Alongside her clinical practice, she taught as adjunct faculty at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas from 2010 to 2022, and co-authored UNLV’s Graduate Certificate in Medical Family Therapy during her doctoral work. Karen’s current research examines intersectional privilege awareness and its role in clinician development. Life Wide Awake remains her personal philosophy: live with presence, listen deeply, and re-author what comes next with authenticity, clarity, and compassion

Itinerary

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Day one is about grounding in the art of floral design. From tool basics to flower care and composition theory, you’ll start to develop your creative.

Day 1
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With the basics under your belt, today invites you to stretch your skills. We'll dive into larger-scale arrangements, experiment with shape and movement.

DAY 2
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Our final day is about pulling it all together. You’ll bring your vision to life in a final showcase piece, share your process with peers.

DAY 3
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What to Anticipate

  • Yoga will be offered twice daily, morning vinyasa and evening yin

  • Led by Karen Anderson, two workshops will be available …

  • All locally sourced, guests can expect a focus on vegan and vegetarian to include a light breakfast with homemade granola, yogurt, fresh fruits, and a choice of coffee or tea, lunch/brunch buffet with a variety of delicious dishes served in a self-service style, a plated dinner with aperitif, entrée, main dish, and dessert.

  • Early bird rates are $3,300 for doubles and $3,800 for singles while available. Rooms are beautifully adorned by our hosts, Macha and Thibault, two French designers passionate about nature, art and life.

  • 45 minutes from Lisbon, Amanda and Karen have a series of wonderful optional excursions planning for retreat guests on and off property.

  • A $500 deposit confirms your space. Double occupancy guests are encouraged to secure their roommate.

    Exclusions: Required travel insurance, flights and ground transportation, alcoholic beverages, additional meals, personal massage and excursion costs..

    Terms: Fifty percent of your balance is due within 90 days. Payment in full is due June 1, 2027. Sales are final, without exception.

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Experience Portugal

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Outside of the activities of The Nomadic, Nosara’s beaches, surf, jungle across Guiones, Pelada, Garza and even Ostional offer distinct experiences worth exploring throughout your stay.

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Terra Quinta Accommodations

A neatly made bed with white and striped beige pillows, a white blanket, and folded towels with a brown box on top. A small white side table with a lamp is beside the bed. The wall behind the bed has wooden paneling and a spherical white light. There is a decorative wall hanging with tassels and strings of beads on the wall.

King

Rooms and their bathrooms consist of a mixture of wood, natural stone and linen. They are the mirror of our gardens and offer a gentle blend of simplicity and artistic vibrations.

Single rate is $3,800.

A cozy bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and matching pillows. There are two wall-mounted lamps, a tall wooden wardrobe, a small wooden desk, and a window with wooden blinds. The room has a door open to a lush green outdoor area, and decorative items including a framed picture and a bag hanging on a chair. A ceiling fan hangs from the white ceiling.

Queen

Each room has a carefully thought-out atmosphere. The majority of them have independent access to a green terrace.

Early Bird Rate is $3,400. Bring a partner and share the room for $2,600 per person.

A bedroom with two twin beds featuring white bedding, striped throw blankets, and striped pillows. The wall behind has a gallery of framed art and decorative round wood mirrors. A small, oval-shaped wooden shelf on the right wall holds books. Sunlight casts a patterned shadow on the beds and floor.

Main Double

Macha and Thibault designed the majority of the objects and furniture that compose the rooms, wonderful local artisans then worked to bring them to life.i.

Early Bird Rate is $2,900 per person. Four to a room is not an option at this time.

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Nest

The Nest apartment is considered the best room on the property, suited for a couple. Equipped with a private living space, kitchen and balcony. Locally Farmed Teak Queen Bed / private Ensuite bathroom with large shower and bathtub and his/her sinks.

Early Bird Rate is $3,800 per person.

  • The retreat offered an ideal balance of nourishing cuisine, relaxation, adventure, customized massages and self-discovery. Whether you’re looking to deepen your yoga practice, reconnect with nature, or simply unwind, this retreat provided the perfect escape.

    - Kim Mahoney “UNTAMED” 2025

  • "The variety of yoga classes were insightful, inspiring, and exactly what my body needed. We experienced the perfect mix of active options, exploring, and relaxing downtime. At the end of the retreat I felt rejuvenated, inspired and at peace. This was an incredible gift.”

    Amber Monson, IMMERSE Greece 2023

  • "amanda takes spectacular and puts it on steroids"

    - Tanya Primo Jones, “UNTAMED” 2025

  • "I cannot begin to put into words what this trip has been for me... Magical, healing, enlightening, surreal, spiritual, epic, manifestation at its best, living the dream, connectedness, and the greatest gratitude imaginable."

    Sabrina Vizzari - IMMERSE Greece, 2023

  • "I just wanted to say how thankful I am that you chose to offer me a place on the retreat. I appreciate you extending me the opportunity to learn from all of you. I look forward to more adventures together in the future!"

    Marina Aguirre - IMMERSE, Greece 2023

  • "Simply magical! Amanda curated an amazing experience… each day having a theme that celebrated the Greek Goddesses! Amanda has a gift of cultivating connections while creating space for others to co-create with her! She’s truly a special being and I highly recommend any event/retreat offerings from Santosha! Thank you for such an incredible experience."

    Sat Nam ~ Leslie, IMMERSE Greece 2023

  • I went on my first yoga retreat to Costa Rica. I barely knew anyone who was going. I left with 15 new friends and the memories of a lifetime. Yoga twice a day was extremely nice for me, even though I'm new to yoga. The excursions that were offered were private for the group and absolutely amazing. Jennifer and Amanda where their the entire time to make everything seem effortless and simple. If you're looking for a retreat to recharge, refill, and grow...this is the group to do it.

    - Sharron Trottier “UNTAMED” 2025

  • This was a totally immersive yoga retreat. The thought that went into the planning of the five elements was not only present in our practices, but they transcended into our excursions. When it was time to return home, I could feel the family we became. I leave liberated with a much deeper self-awareness of why I’m fearful. I am forever grateful for this incredible mind & spirit changing experience.

    - Gretchen Delameter “UNTAMED” 2025

 FAQs

  • Guests are responsible for air travel to and from Liberia [LIR]. Book your international flight to Liberia. Details on ground transportation from Liberia to Nosara are forthcoming.

    Payment details are available in the above Experience Thrive section with amounts and dates based on your room selection.

    Guests may choose to book their own private experiences, such as a massage, directly with the property. Santosha retreats will coordinate activities outside the retreat center. These payments usually are requested in cash to the provider.

  • Travel insurance is REQUIRED, particularly given that all sales are final once deposit has been submitted. We suggest AllianzTravel but there are a number of insurance companies. Costs will likely range from $125-$250.

  • Because Santosha is required to book the retreat property in advance, ALL PAYMENTS ARE FINAL. We require that you secure your travel insurance early should something change that requires you to cancel. Your payment in full is due March 1, 2026.

  • Delta and other US carriers offer flights from Atlanta to Liberia, Costa Rica

    Additionally, ground transportation from Liberia is available by group or private shuttle. Estimate $150 pending the number of passengers. Look for a list of recommended options in the coming weeks.

  • If you are coming from the US, you only need a valid passport. A Visa is not required, nor are special vaccinations.

  • Excursions and adventures can be found on the site in greater detail. Should you have questions re: either, please reach out to your host at atrevelino@gmail.com.