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A space to come home to yourself

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is stop.
 
Not give up. Not check out. Not distract. Just stop long enough to hear yourself again.

That is what five days in Portugal can do. Not because there is magic in the location (though there is), but because when you give yourself real space, real support, and real depth, something in you remembers.

And if you have already done inner work, if you know yourself well and still feel something more calling you, this is for you too. Not to start over. But to go deeper than you have gone before.

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A 5-day immersive retreat guided by Kat

Hosted by Vicky at her wonderful private estate in Portugal

Over these five days Kat will guide you through a powerful combination of subconscious work, energy practices, embodiment and group connection, in a setting that is as nourishing as the work itself. 

This is not just a wellness retreat.

It is a space where you can:

  • Gain insight into what is currently holding you back
  • Reconnect with your intuition and inner truth
  • Allow clarity, shifts and new direction to emerge naturally
All held within a supportive group and the calm, grounding rhythm of nature.
  A place to soften. To recalibrate. To be supported.
 

As your nervous system settles, you naturally reconnect with your inner wisdom and rhythm.

As awareness deepens, intuition sharpens and the body becomes a trusted guide once more. This pause is not just restorative; it is deeply transformative, offering insights that continue to unfold long after you return home.

Just one hour from Lisbon, the wide, open landscapes of the Alentejo invite you to slow down and breathe fully. Among ancient olive trees and cork oaks, life moves at a gentler pace - where light, silence, and space allow you to truly unwind and reconnect.

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MY SESSIONS WITH KAT OVER THE LAST 6 MONTHS HAVE MADE A TREMENDOUS DIFFERENCE TO MY LIFE. 

I am able to sleep deeply, restful and relaxed again after many years of very stressful insomnia, I feel strong and clear in my energy and feel more and more powerful in my life. Abundance is finally really coming my way and my work has lifted to the next level! And I am so looking forward to the changes I feel already coming, since I now feel confident again to meet a supportive and loving man and be even more successful in my work and purpose on earth. I am so deeply grateful to your work, Kat. Thank you. 

 – Kirana Haag

KATELIJN CREATED A SAFE SPACE TO PRACTICE, SHARE AND GROW

Working with Kat in her retreat was an experience of becoming aware of a profound inner power within a beautiful, encouraging, safe sisterhood. The program provides a rich toolbox with beautiful exercises, insights and wisdom to activate your inner power, which is accessible after the course to keep practising. With her warm, loving, stimulating and uplifting energy she guided us into healing old wounds and feeling more empowered. Everything Katelijn shares comes straight from her own embodied experience, which makes it extra powerful. I can recommend Kat to everyone who feels the calling to turn inwards and activate their inner powers in these current times! 

– Evelien Deiters 

 When you give more to others than to yourself.

 

So many of the women I work with are not exhausted from what they have done. They are exhausted from living outside of themselves.

Constantly in their head. Anticipating, worrying, giving, fixing, scrolling social media. Always tuned into everyone else but somehow disconnected from their own body, their own needs, their own truth.

This is especially true for the woman who feels deeply. Who picks up on the energy of others without even realising it. Who gives so freely that somewhere along the way she stopped coming back to herself.

Whether you identify as an empath or simply feel like you have lost the thread back to yourself, these five days will help you find it again. To move from your head to back to your heart, and to stay there.

I will share practical, life changing tools to help you understand your energy, where you are giving it away, why, and how to call it back. Not just for the retreat. For life.

Together, we’ll rise each morning with nature connection and guided practices that align the body and clear the mind.

We’ll gather for deep inner journeying and meaningful ritual, exploring somatic embodiment and feminine wisdom in ways that are both gentle and profoundly transformative.

Throughout the days, there is space to move, to feel and to share. Time to write, to rest, to walk among the trees, to play padel at the private court or to unwind by the pool. Moments of laughter and lightness sit naturally alongside depth and reflection. Held in the strength of the group, something gently begins to shift.  

Join us June 24 – June 28, 2026 for a journey into the wild beauty of Portugal and the untamed power within you. 

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What's waiting for you

 Expect a mix of wellness practices like (visualisation) meditation, deep transformational inner practices, forest bathing, movement, ceremonies, and alongside exploring vast landscapes, bonding with heart centered women, dancing, laughing, and fully living.  

Guided by Kat, these practices are designed to help you access deeper layers of yourself and create meaningful inner shifts.

You’ll be nourished, expanded, and deeply inspired - for both body & soul 
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Meet Your Host & Facilitator

Katelijn (Kat) Schutte - Retreat facilitator

Katelijn (Kat) Schutte is an International Transformational Coach, Advanced RTT & Clinical Hypnotherapist and Energy Mastery Mentor with over 24 years of experience guiding women into deep and lasting transformation. She supports conscious, heart-centred women to reconnect with their true selves, heal self-doubt at the root, and step into their power, purpose and success.

In her twenties, after completing a Law degree and working in a high-demand Human Resources role, she faced serious health challenges that left her bedridden for years. When conventional medicine had no answers, she began a deep journey inward, exploring the connection between mind, body, and energy - discovering a life-changing truth: the answers were not outside of her, but within.

Today, Kat combines advanced clinical hypnotherapy (RTT), strategic coaching and powerful energy work to create real, grounded shifts. Her approach is both deep and down-to-earth, blending warmth, humour and practical tools with transformational inner work. Her work is deeply personal.

Over the past 24 years, she has empowered thousands of women to heal emotional and physical blocks, reconnect with their inner truth, and step into their full potential. Through 1:1 sessions, online programs, workshops, and retreats, she guides her clients to live with greater freedom, self-trust, and purpose.

To read more about what Kat does, go to her website here.

Or go to the FAQS section at the bottom of this page to book a Chat or a Reading with her.

Vicky van Beuningen - Host of Castelo Ventoso Estate

Vicky brings over seven years of experience in recruitment, working closely with people and supporting them in finding clarity around who they are and what truly drives them. Her work has always centred around listening deeply, recognising potential, and helping others refocus with their own direction and purpose.

After a transformative six-month journey through the Rocky Mountains, she chose to step away from the fast pace of life in Amsterdam, Munich, and Shanghai, and move to the Portuguese countryside. There, together with her husband Hein, she restored the family farm and began building a life more closely connected to nature and a slower, more intentional rhythm.

Together with family and Portuguese friends, they later acquired the monastery of Castelo Ventoso Country Estate. The restoration was undertaken with great care and deep respect for the building’s history, honouring its original character and architectural integrity. Thoughtful, understated modern comforts were gently introduced, allowing the space to remain quiet, authentic, and deeply connected to its past.

It is Vicky’s absolute passion to facilitate groups - especially inspiring women - on her estate, creating a nurturing space for them to reconnect with nature, with themselves, and with one another.

Through this shared experience, they are supported to move forward with greater clarity, purpose, and joy.

 

 

 

What's Included 

Optional Massages are available at an €85 additional cost.

Please note: The program is fluid and may change slightly when it is obvious in the moment. Our retreats are a beautiful mix of transformation, depth, and fun. Come ready to drop in, laugh, cry, dance, and reconnect to what really matters.

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Our retreats are a beautiful mix of transformation, depth, and fun. Come ready to drop in, laugh, cry, dance, and reconnect to what really matters.  

WORKING WITH KAT IS LIKE AN AMAZING, POSITIVE JOURNEY 

If somebody would have told me before what I was going to feel and experience, I wouldn’t believe it. But every session with Kat felt like an eyeopener. On many levels; family, work, youth, future, personal development… it helps me to ground, to feel aligned with myself and to believe in myself. And one thing I also love about working with Kat; it is light, fun and positive. Thanks so much Kat, for this new and powerful journey I am in.  

– Claartje Bakker 

THE INNER POWER ACTIVATOR PROGRAM HAS CHANGED MY LIFE.  

I became a happier and more balanced person, being able to better manage my energy and to be more in control of my mind. The program also enabled me to become more confident about myself and manage my fear of failure. I would recommend this work to any person who would benefit from more self-love, wishes to live a more balanced life, or who is struggling in any situation in life. 

– Stephanie  

The Location

⟟  Castelo Ventoso

Castelo Ventoso Country Estate is a family-run private estate, set within a beautifully restored monastery, an intimate and peaceful place to rest, feel at home, and simply be. Rolling hills of cork oaks and ancient olive trees create an open, ever-changing scenery, rich in wildflowers, native herbs, and diverse plant life. The wide horizons, soft light, and quiet rhythm of the land bring a deep sense of calm and connection with nature - it’s pure magic.

At the heart of the estate lies the 16th-century monastery, once the residence of Jesuits from the University of Évora. Today, Castelo Ventoso Estate seamlessly blends its historic character and old-world traditions with modern comfort, creating a serene, authentic, and refined place to stay.

 

Accommodation Options

Castelo Ventoso Estate offers a sense of quiet luxury, combining comfort and elegance in an exclusive private retreat where guests can slow down and reconnect. The suites are designed for comfort and rest, with soft Portuguese high-quality linen, sunlight, and stillness. All rooms have air conditioning and Wi-Fi is available throughout the house.

Private Classic Ensuite Room

Enjoy one of the five distinctive Classic Ensuite bedrooms set within the historic main house or the modern residences across the monastery estate, each offering its own character, peaceful atmosphere, and a private ensuite bathroom. 

6 ROOMS AVAILABLE |  €2290 p/p

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Modern Ensuite Room

Enjoy one of our spacious Modern Ensuite bedrooms, where modern design meets quiet comfort, offering a bright and welcoming space to relax, with private access to the garden. Perfect for coming alone or experiencing the retreat together with a friend.  

4 ROOMS AVAILABLE 

Private €2290 p/p

Shared €1990 p/p

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Scenic Modern Room - Shared Bathroom

Enjoy one of our Scenic Modern rooms located within the contemporary residences of the monastery estate, offering natural light, open views across the surroundings, and a calm, comfortable atmosphere, with access to a shared bathroom nearby.

2 ROOMS AVAILABLE 

Private €2090 

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Claim your spot

The payment includes accommodations, all sessions & all meals.

Prices are per person. All prices are in Euro.

A non-refundable €900 deposit is required to reserve your spot.

 

Private Classic Ensuite

For one guest · En-suite bathroom

Payment plans below

  • 1 time payment of €1390 (after deposit)
  • 2 monthly payments of €695 (after deposit)

€2290

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 Private Modern Ensuite

For one guest · En-suite bathroom

Payment plans below

  • 1 time payment of €1390 (after deposit) 
  • 2 monthly payments of €695 (after deposit)

€2290

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Shared Modern Ensuite

For two guests · En-suite bathroom

Payment plans below

  • 1 time payment of €1090 (after deposit) 
  • 2 monthly payments of €545 (after deposit) 

€1990

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Scenic Modern Suite

For one guest · Bathroom shared between two rooms

Payment plans below

  • 1 time payment of €1190 (after deposit) 
  • 2 monthly payments of €595 (after deposit)

€2090

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Disclaimer 

This retreat is lovingly created as a space for self-discovery, transformation, and heartfelt connection. Many women experience profound inner shifts, healing insights, and meaningful breakthroughs during our time together. At the same time, this retreat is not intended as a substitute for professional therapy, psychiatric support, or clinical trauma treatment. 

We deeply respect the unique path each woman is walking and we honour the full range of emotions and experiences that may arise within this sacred container. While the facilitators guiding this retreat are trained in a variety of transformational and holistic modalities, we are not licensed mental health or medical professionals. 

If you are currently experiencing severe mental health challenges, PTSD, or deeply unresolved trauma, we strongly encourage you to seek ongoing support from a qualified therapist or healthcare provider, either alongside or before joining us. 

Our role is to hold a steady, compassionate space for your unfolding - not to diagnose, fix, treat, or provide clinical care. You remain your own deepest guide, and we trust your wisdom in knowing what additional support you may need beyond this retreat space. 

And we also want to share something important: this retreat is not only serious or introspective. A beautiful part of what we offer is joy, lightness, and play. Yes, you will have opportunities for deep inner exploration through guided sessions and meaningful connection, but you will also be dancing, laughing, resting, enjoying nature, exploring new landscapes, relaxing by the pool, and sharing unforgettable moments with like-minded women. 

This retreat is about the full spectrum… from deep transformation to pure joy.
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 KATELIJN HAS HELPED ME INCREDIBLY OVER THE LAST YEARS.

With the techniques she uses, she guides you through your personal spiritual journey in a very relaxed and uncomplicated way. The starting point is that in your heart and soul you already know everything you need to know. What one has to learn is to reach and unveil all this knowledge, feelings and wisdom. With her loving, patient and open-minded guidance she has learned me an incredible amount of inspiring and valuable lessons 

– Valerie Slooff, UK 

 

THERE ARE MOMENTS IN TIME WHEN YOU CONNECT WITH SOMEONE THAT CAN SUPPORT YOU TO MAKE TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGES IN YOUR LIFE.

Kat is one of these people. Over a two-year-period I learnt to connect with, listen to and trust my spiritual guidance. I let go of old patterns that where holding me back from realizing my life purpose. The tools and teachings Kat shared will stay with me for life. I would recommend her to anyone that is ready to let go of old patterns and connect with the spiritual elements of your being. 

– Ariadne Gorring

 

 KAT HAS BEEN A TRUE GIFT IN MY LIFE.

In tough times and sadness Kat has been a great light to show me the way to wholeness and happiness. I love working with Kat as she truly empowers me to heal myself. She has imparted me with so much of her knowledge and tools so I am equipped to deal with situations and emotions as they arise on my own. She is truly a beautiful kind-hearted soul with a big heart filled with Compassion. Wanting to help people live better, healthier, happier lives. She has amazing intuition that is always so spot on in what she sees and does.

– Jo McKinnes 

 

FAQS

Have you read the FAQ and you still have questions?

We’re here to help. If anything is on your mind, please reach out to Vicky for a direct conversation: +351961698811 or info@casteloventoso.com  - we’re here to ensure you feel fully supported, informed, and excited for your retreat journey 

This is not about becoming someone new. It is about becoming fully you.

 

Where the patterns of overwhelm and self-doubt no longer run the show. Where you stop living in your head and start trusting the quiet voice that has always known.

You will leave with more than memories. You will leave with a steadiness, a clarity, and a trust in yourself that does not waver when life gets loud. Tools and embodiment you carry into your everyday life. 

Not just for a moment. For good.

 

This is deep work. At the level of your subconscious, your energy, your soul.

And if you are ready to raise your frequency and reconnect with the fullest, most aligned version of who you are, this is your invitation.

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