L'Espluga de Francolí · Catalonia, Spain

Masia Font de l'Oca

Retreats & Events · Opening 2027

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Welcome to Font de l'Oca

Located on 5 hectares of woodland and set within the Poblet natural park in Catalunya, sits Font de l'Oca, a beautiful 19th century masia with original art nouveau features. Surrounded by forests, natural springs and wide valley views, it's a place that invites you to slow down from the moment you arrive.

We aim to begin hosting retreats, events and stays in 2027 once we have had the opportunity to give the buildings and surrounding land the care they deserve.

We will offer something quietly different. We're not just a hotel. We're not a typical retreat. We're a restorative space where you don't need to arrive with a plan.

Come as you are.
We'll meet you there.

To hear more about this project or to enquire about attending or facilitating an event or retreat at Font de l'Oca, send us a message. We'd love to hear from you.

Abrazos,

— Lena y Jose

La Masia

Font de L'Oca is a 19th-century Catalan country house (masia) that not only features art nouveau elements but also includes private access to 5 hectares of national park that includes three natural springs, a forest, and a 20m tall protected tree. It is both a cultural and an environmental gem.

Font de L'Oca, named for one of the springs on the property that is shaped like a goose, is based in Les Masies, close to the towns of l'Espluga de Francoli and Poblet, the latter famous for its Cistercian monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site crucial to the medieval history of the region.

Font de L'Oca sits on the outskirts of the forest of Poblet (Paratge Natural de Poblet) and holds incredible ecological and natural value. On site there are ravines thought to contain silver deposits, springs with medicinal mineral properties, a hazelnut grove, an area known as the forest of the goblins, and a 4m round, 20m high cedar designated as protected in the Catalunyan Plantipodes-AM catalogue.

There are three buildings on site:

  • The main house, rich with original features, covering four floors
  • A dedicated practice studio (8×10 m), once the office of a 19th-century ophthalmologist — suitable for yoga, movement, workshops and events
  • The 'masovero' or caretaker's house, which will eventually be our family home

Since purchasing the property in 2026 we have been lovingly restoring the buildings and the land, working with a dedicated local architectural team to preserve the original 19th century character while modernising for comfort. For more information about the renovation journey sign up for our newsletter or follow us on YouTube and Instagram.

Font de l'Oca masia exterior

Nourishing, not elaborate

At Font de L'Oca we prioritise using seasonal, local ingredients and products, and where possible we use produce grown on the property, committing to the 0 KM pledge. Meals are nourishing rather than elaborate.

Water is sourced from the springs on site and filtered to the highest degree.

Warm and cold drinks (teas, water, light refreshments) are available at all times at the self-serve bar, along with a rotating selection of snacks.

Font de l'Oca gardens

Spaces & Activities

Font de l'Oca is designed for a full range of experiences — from the deeply still to the actively exploratory. Every space has been considered. Every activity is optional.

The Garden Studio

A dedicated 8×10 m practice space for yoga, movement, breathwork and group workshops — equipped with mats, blocks, bolsters and a sound system. Formerly a 19th-century ophthalmologist's office, it has natural daylight on all sides and accommodates up to 12 comfortably.

Open-Air Practice Area

A sheltered outdoor space set within the gardens — flat, level and naturally beautiful — purpose-suited for open-air yoga, breathwork, meditation and movement. When the weather is kind (often), this is where sessions feel most alive.

Walking Routes & Gardens

The walking garden, sensory garden and tree trail wind through the 20,000m² of grounds. Self-guided audio available via QR code. A restorative hour at any pace.

Woodland & Trails

Direct access to the Paratge Natural de Poblet — ancient forest, ravines, and mountain paths for every level. Bicycle hire available for wider exploration.

Library & Quiet Rooms

A curated library for reading and reflection. Sensory and quiet rooms available for those needing stillness, restoration or simply somewhere to think without interruption.

Rooftop Terrace

Views across the Conca de Barberà valley. Ideal for sunrise sessions, sunset gatherings, star-gazing and everything in between.

Communal Activities

Daily shared activities — helping in the garden, foraging, yoga, breadmaking, pasta, mindfulness, crafting — some guided by us, some led by guests. Always optional, never obligatory.

L'Espluga de Francolí, Tarragona, Catalonia

Only a little over an hour away from Barcelona, Font de l'Oca can often feel like a world away. The Poblet UNESCO Monastery is 2km from the gate. Reus Airport (REU) is 45 minutes; Barcelona El Prat (BCN) is 1h 30. RENFE trains run from Barcelona Sants to Montblanc (8km away). Detailed transport and directions are shared on booking confirmation.

We make hosting feel effortless

Font de l'Oca welcomes retreat facilitators, workshop leaders, corporate teams, and private event organisers. The estate offers full exclusive use, dedicated practice spaces, and hands-on support throughout — you focus on your programme, we take care of everything else.

Retreat Facilitators

Imagine running your session — yoga, wellbeing, coaching, meditation — with birdsong in the background and sunlight through the window. You're relaxed but in full flow, knowing that meals, accommodation and all logistics are handled. You bring the expertise. We take care of the rest.

Yoga Breathwork Somatic Therapy Silent Retreats Coaching Mindfulness
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Private Events

It's your wedding day, a milestone birthday, a reunion. You're looking for a venue that handles the logistics but also offers a beautifully curated experience that matches your group's needs — whether that's individual wellness, time together, or something completely different.

Weddings Celebrations Ceremonies Family Gatherings
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Corporate Offsites

You haven't seen your colleagues properly in months. The team feels disconnected, or isn't working at its best. At Font de l'Oca we can support your team to function more effectively while genuinely enjoying time away together — with space for both individual rest and shared purpose.

Strategy Days Leadership Team Building Offsites
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Filming & Photography

Your client wants that look and you want a stress-free environment. At Font de l'Oca you get both — beautiful 19th-century Catalan architecture with original features, raw surrounding nature, and on-site production support from an experienced producer, ready from day one.

Commercial Editorial Film Content Creation
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Everything you need to say yes

Below is a summary of what we offer. Download the full Retreat Facilitator Pack for detailed specs, pricing, 2027 availability, booking terms and everything you need to plan your retreat with confidence.

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Venue specs  ·  Full pricing  ·  What's included  ·  Booking terms  ·  2027 availability  ·  FAQs
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The Venue at a Glance

Capacity
Up to 12 guests
7 bedrooms · 2027 season
Minimum 6 guests
Studio
8 × 10 m
Dedicated garden studio
Natural daylight throughout
Duration
3, 5 or 7 nights
Bespoke durations
on request
Pricing
From €250 / night
Per person · All-inclusive
Accommodation + full board
Location
Catalonia, Spain
45 min from Reus airport
1h 30 from Barcelona
Season
Apr – Oct 2027
Limited availability
Enquire early

What's included

  • Full exclusive use of the estate
  • Dedicated garden studio (8×10 m) for all sessions
  • All accommodation in private and shared rooms
  • Full board — breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
  • Snacks, drinks and spring water throughout
  • Yoga mats, blocks, bolsters and blankets
  • On-site sound system for sessions
  • 20,000 m² of gardens and terrace for outdoor practice
  • Private mountain trails from the property gate
  • Laundry service
  • On-site support team throughout your stay
  • WiFi throughout the property
For yoga retreat stays

One night under the stars

Every yoga retreat at Font de l'Oca includes one special dinner — laid out on the stone terrace beneath the open sky, candlelit and unhurried. Weather permitting, it's outside. The food is a little more abundant, the wine a little more considered, the evening a little longer than usual. It is our way of marking the time you've spent here. Something to remember.

The Studio & Practice Spaces

Garden Studio

Formerly the private practice of a 19th-century ophthalmologist, this beautiful self-contained space measures 8×10 metres with natural daylight on all sides. It comfortably accommodates up to 12 for yoga and movement practice, and is equipped with mats, blocks, bolsters and a sound system.

Open-Air Practice Area

A dedicated outdoor space within the gardens — flat, sheltered and naturally beautiful — for open-air yoga, breathwork and movement sessions. In good weather this is a genuinely special place to practice. The terraces, meadow and chapel garden also offer additional outdoor gathering spaces across 20,000 m² of private grounds.

How Booking Works

01

Download the Pack

Start with the Retreat Facilitator Pack. Full pricing, detailed specs, 2027 availability and booking terms — everything you need to decide.

02

Send an Enquiry

Tell us about your vision — your audience, your programme, your ideal dates. We read every message personally and respond within 48 hours.

03

Discovery Call

A 30-minute conversation to match your needs to available dates, answer your questions and understand what would make your retreat exceptional.

04

Personalised Proposal

We create a bespoke proposal tailored to your group and programme. A 30% deposit confirms your dates on the calendar.

Frequently Asked Questions

We require a minimum of 6 guests for a full retreat booking. This ensures a meaningful group dynamic and allows us to provide the full catering and support experience at its best. Our maximum for the 2027 season is 12 guests, based on current bedroom capacity.
Our in-house cook prepares all meals from scratch — breakfast, lunch and dinner — using seasonal, local ingredients. We accommodate all dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergies. You simply share your guests' needs ahead of arrival and we take care of everything.
Yes — we actively encourage site visits. Font de l'Oca is a place that needs to be experienced. Once we've had an initial conversation and there's a good fit, we'd love to welcome you in person to see the spaces, meet us and feel the energy of the place.
Absolutely. You're welcome to bring any additional equipment your programme requires. We'll make sure you have the space, time and logistical support to set up before your guests arrive. Just let us know your requirements in advance so we can configure the studio accordingly.
Yes. The estate has 20,000 m² of private gardens including terraces, meadows, a chapel garden and orchard areas — all available for outdoor sessions, walking meditation and group activities. The Prades mountain trails are accessible directly from the property gate, offering guided or self-led routes into protected national park land.
Full terms are included in the Retreat Facilitator Pack. In brief: a 30% deposit is required to secure your dates, with the balance due prior to arrival. We aim to be fair and human in any circumstance, and will always look for a solution that works for both parties.
As early as possible. For our 2027 opening season we are accepting a limited number of retreat weeks — ideally we want calendar commitments confirmed before the end of 2026. The earlier you book, the more choice you have on dates and the more time we have to plan together.
Yes, WiFi is available throughout the property. Many facilitators choose to encourage their groups to be largely offline — we respect that fully and are happy to discuss how to frame this for your guests. The WiFi is there when you need it and easily avoided when you don't.

Rest. Explore.
Return to yourself.

Feeling burned out? In need of a boost or a reset? Throughout the year we offer organised group retreats alongside individual room stays for those who prefer to come at their own pace. You can self-guide with access to everything on site, or be enveloped in a bespoke package so you don't have to think about anything.

Organised Retreats

Join a curated retreat led by us or an experienced visiting facilitator, built around a theme — yoga, breathwork, creative practice, mindfulness, or simply rest and nature. Thoughtfully structured, yet deeply personal.

Individual Stays

Come alone, as a couple, with friends or as a family. However you come, we look after you. Self-guided or bespoke — you choose what you need.

Co-working & Focus

A quiet desk, reliable WiFi, meals prepared for you, and nature on the doorstep. Whether you're finishing a manuscript, building a plan or simply need uninterrupted thinking space, Font de l'Oca offers ideal conditions for deep work.

All stays include

Everything you need is already here. Arrive empty-handed.

Full Board

Breakfast, lunch and dinner — prepared daily from seasonal, local ingredients.

Snacks & Drinks

Fresh fruit, herbal teas, spring water and light snacks available throughout the day.

Estate Access

Full access to gardens, woodland trails, studio, library and all wellness spaces.

Laundry & Linen

Fresh towels, bed linen and laundry service for longer stays.

Retreat Calendar

Our first retreat dates will be announced before the end of 2026. Sign up to receive early access and priority booking for our opening season.

Facilitated Retreats
Open Stays
Individual Rooms
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And so we leapt

When we first visited Font de l'Oca, we didn't know what to expect, but as we stepped through the gate it captured us with its magical charm; the bird song and views over the valley helped us breathe more deeply and left our shoulders relaxed. As we explored we were inspired and although we weren't ready for such a big life change, the building and land convinced us not to let the opportunity go. And so we leapt.

We're Lena and Jose. We made Font de L'Oca our business and family home in 2026 when we exchanged big city life for something slower and more connected to nature, family, and a different pace of life. Our backgrounds meant this decision was not an obvious choice (Lena is a psychologist, Jose is a producer), and so we're learning as we go. We don't get everything right and things may not be perfect but know that we consider every aspect intentionally with the hope that we are creating something meaningful. If you have ideas or feedback, we're always open to learning and evolving.

What we do know is that Font de l'Oca is an off-the-beaten-path sanctuary. Words don't do it justice; it is a place that needs to be experienced. We invite you to join us and hope you find what you are looking for.

To follow our journey and see how the renovation and business is developing, sign up for our newsletter or follow us on YouTube and Instagram.

Font de l'Oca masia exterior

We believe in the power of slowing down

Between us, we have backgrounds in wellness, education, and design. We have both spent years working with people in different contexts and countries — and we have seen, again and again, what happens when someone is given real time: unhurried, nourishing, restorative time in a beautiful place. People arrive carrying things. They leave a little lighter.

Family-run & personal

We live here. We are involved in everything. Hospitality at Font de l'Oca is relational — offered with sincerity, not performance.

Nature at the centre

Connection with the land is not an add-on — it is the point. The woodland, the mountains, the spring, the seasons: these are the retreat.

Rest without agenda

We offer structure when it's wanted, and space when it's not. You are never obliged to do anything. This is your time.

Generosity at the table

Food is important to us. Every meal is made with care, from seasonal produce, and shared at a proper table. The table is where community forms.

Come and see what we're building

Font de l'Oca is not finished. We are in the middle of the renovation, making decisions every day about what this place will become. We share the process openly — on Instagram, in our newsletter, in conversation with anyone who wants to follow along.

If you are a facilitator looking for a venue — we'd love to speak with you. If you're someone who has been waiting for a place like this to open — join the list. We'll be in touch before anyone else.

Abrazos, Lena & Jose

Ancient stone gateway

We'd love to hear from you

Whether you're interested in hosting an event or retreat, coming to stay, or whether you simply want to follow the renovation — we read every message.

To hear more about this project, or to enquire about hosting or staying with us, get in touch. When you write to us, you write to Lena and Jose directly.

Abrazos,
Lena & Jose

  • fontdelaoca@gmail.com
  • L'Espluga de Francolí, Tarragona
    Catalonia, Spain
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Lena & Jose

Finding us

L'Espluga de Francolí, Tarragona, Catalonia — 1.5 hours from Barcelona, 45 minutes from Tarragona. The Poblet Monastery is 2km away. Detailed directions are sent on booking confirmation.

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