Slow living countryside retreat

MEET ZOF RETREATS

Our creative retreats are NOT just for creatives, but for people like you. Yes, you the one who works in IT, Finance & Banking, Audit, Business Management, Accounting, etc. Seriously, it's time to explore a world of possibilities outside your daily job.

Creative retreats are the perfect getaway to channel your energies into inspiration in times when our life is full of physical and psychological restrictions. We all end up a little creatively blocked from time to time whether it’s with a hobby or a full-time career. Spending some time away in a supportive community can be just the ticket to unlocking endless imagination.

Retreats are a great opportunity to relax and ease your mind. Let's be honest, we're in love with our careers but taking some time away from the daily pressures of meeting client needs and running our business never feels right. Overworking and burnout are real issues that we need to address. It's your turn to prioritize yourself and celebrate life like you mean it.

BE A PART OF A CREATIVE COMMUNITY

Retreats are a great way of networking and connecting with like-minded people (and perhaps we need that now more than ever). Our creative retreats are truly unique because of the possibility to make lifelong friendships built on the same values and interests.

DISCONNECT TO RECONNECT

Time out allows for breathing space, creative exploration, daydreaming, experimentation, and the opportunity to tune into and listen to yourself away from the noise of everyday life.

We would like to invite you to a creative retreat like no other seen so far in Romania.

A beautiful four-day getaway experience at MESENDORF GASTHAUS dedicated to all creative souls (everyday creators, those looking to speed up career growth or those who feel stuck, entrepreneurs, content creators, co-founders, networkers, on-the-fence creators, keen hobbyists, and reluctant beginners, seekers, non-believers, mavericks, outliners, and misfits, you are all more than welcome to join us.

WE DESIGN THE EXPERIENCE!

To us, every detail matters. We make sure our attendees have a once-in-a-lifetime experience. From beautiful aesthetics to comfortable bedding, creative ateliers & breathtaking locations - everything is planned to perfection.

A PEACEFUL & PRIVATE SPACE FOR RESTING IN

There's nothing more precious than a safe space for resting and relaxing. Mesendorf Gasthaus is located in a rural environment outside the busy streets. It offers an opportunity to quiet our minds and calm our souls - if you're in need of that :)

BONDING TIME

A four-day getaway trip, group chats by the dining table, good food and shared stories - are the soulful elements every complete experience needs

Who should attend these retreats?

This event is open to EVERYONE, not only to creative fellows. Everyone that is willing to switch up their routines for a couple of days is more than welcome to join our retreat.

Our creative retreats are NOT just for creatives, but for people like you. Yes, you the one who works in IT, Finance & Banking, Audit, Business Management, Accounting, etc. Seriously, it's time to explore a world of possibilities outside your daily job.

sourdough bread & homemade butter

Home cooker, creator of a natural clothing brand, mama of two, celebrating slow, simple, seasonal food, found of antiques, everything made by hand, from bread, embroideries, plant dyeing, gardening, flower arrangements, arts&crafts with the kids. These acts of love instill peace during a busy day and permit refection, comfort and clarity in a distracting world.

Opened the doors to my house for monthly gatherings with women from my online community, baking sourdough bread, cooking effortless, delightful food, setting-up beautiful tables and sharing whatever we feel we want to share.

Imagine this gathering in the charming Transylvania, surrounded by nature, kneading sourdough bread, making homemade butter and just being together.

Hand embroidery textil

Ilinca, founder of Sirop, a small multidisciplinary atelier, places food at the heart of her creative pursuits. Inspired by nature, she bakes and decorates with seasonal products, transforming ingredients into art.

Through her Embroidery Workshop, Ilinca invites us to savor the present moment by embracing the beauty of handcrafting. Hand embroidery, a timeless art form, offers more than just visual delight; it provides a way to disconnect from the fast-paced world and reconnect with oneself. Each stitch brings relaxation, allowing you to focus on the growing embroidery piece in your hands and find tranquility in the process.

Eat to connect to your senses

I’m IOANA and I Eat to connect. I believe that we can connect better to ourselves and to the ones around us when food is on the table.

Take your time to pause, to see every detail of a raspberry, every angle of an almond and then experience the magic of really seeing the people in front of you – their beautiful eyes, their smile, their soul. Let’s explore together a world of senses and flavours and let's connect better to life.

Green oasis for your home

Lumi is the founder of Primitiv Plants, a local business dedicated to enriching urban spaces with natural beauty. With a deep passion for plants and botany, she offers valuable insights and practical knowledge.

In her workshop, Lumi will discuss how nature inspires us to incorporate plants into our home interiors, how to create a personal green oasis, and how to select plants that thrive in your specific environment. She will also share tips on plant care and building a meaningful connection with your greenery. With her expertise in landscape design and thorough understanding of botany, Lumi is equipped to help you transform any space into a vibrant, inspiring haven.

Yoga Teacher

Guiding people to discover themselves by introducing Yoga practice and Ayurvedic wisdom in daily life

I have always considered myself a caring person and I used to put other people's needs before my own. I was always ready to help others, and I still am, but I never helped myself enough. I used to be very demanding with myself, a perfectionist, I used to punish myself when I wasn't productive enough, by working even more to compensate for not getting the whole potential out of a situation or project.

But Life and Yoga philosophy and practice have taught me that I AM enough, I DO enough, I AM perfect with all my flaws. I am the energy of compassion, I just need to practice it more with myself and let it come out from where I have hidden it.