Yoga retreat reviews and testimonials

"An off-grid, back to basics, soul-healing experience"

"A real oasis of calm"

"I slept like a baby"

"I was a complete beginner to yoga"

"Very good yoga, delicious food, very comfortable bed. Bagend is a beautiful place, I would love to come back one day. Everyone was really nice, I felt very welcome, Elliot has a great sense of humour.

"Great yoga, I really improved my practice. I slept really well and the food was really good, thanks for the vegan option. I will definitely recommend and come back."

"Bagend let's you enjoy the little things in life again. Pick a lemon from a tree and just be. Thank you for the revitalization Elliot!"

"Fab yoga, fab food, fab accommodation. I always have an excellent time at Bagend, you will see me again in the future."

"Delicious home-prepared dishes, lots of colour, variety and quantities, made with love. Elliot has created a very special place that is totally unique. For anyone wanting to escape their busy lives and find what's really important then Bagend is the perfect antidote."

"Great food with great flavours. Bagend is heaven on earth, the most relaxing week. I loved the focus on sustainability and being kind to nature. I would happily recommend it to friends and family."

"An unforgettable, truly special experience.. I didn't know what to expect and I never expected something so amazing! The energy of the place, the beautiful souls I shared the experience with, the incredible landscape and of course the hilarious and GORGEOUS Elliot all came together to create a time I will always remember! "

"Absolutely wonderful yoga, truly inspirational! Accommodation was very comfortable with extra blankets, duvets and hot water bottles if needed. Stunning views every morning and clear star-lit nights."

“For having had the vision and wherewithal to build this amazing place - and for choosing to share it with each one of us - wishing you so much success in every way and hope to meet you again in this peaceful palace you've built. Thank you”

“Dearest Elliot, thank you once again for another magical week with an amazing host. The food has been fantastic. Looking forward to seeing you next year!”

"This week has been like an embrace - the warmth of the sun, the flow of the yoga, the nourishment of good food and at the centre your open heart. Elliot you are a gem of a man. Thank you so much."

“Thank you so much for such a warm and heartfelt welcome. This is my first ever retreat and my first experience of yoga and this "awakening" in Bagend, surrounded by natural beauty and kind souls, has made me want it to be a way of life. Keep doing what you are doing, putting in your part to protect the earth and I hope to come back and see how well you are doing. Lots of love and thanks Holly xx”

“Remember us all when you look at the pink hibiscus and smile. Thank you for sharing your magical place & home & making this a beautiful and very special yoga retreat. It's been wonderful I hope to be back and see you all again.”

“Dear Elliot. I really hope you'll keep on selling dreams and magic to the visitors of Bagend forever. Because definitely there is something magical about this place. See you again soon.”

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