Suncokret Dream
Your Holistic YogaRetreat on Hvar
Suncokret Body & Soul Retreat Center
Set in an authentic Dalmatian village in the heart of spectacular Hvar Island, Croatia.
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Quick Links: Location - Surroundings - Facilities - Accommodation - Meals - Lifestyle - Wildlife - Tribe
Location
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Suncokret is located in Dol Sveta Ana; a pristine, 12th Century hamlet located just 5-minutes away from the island's oldest settlement, Stari Grad, yet discreetly tucked away from holiday crowds.
Dol is an ancient settlement whose first inhabitants date back to prehistoric times. It is a place that evokes a deeper sense of connection to a simpler, more wholesome way of life and is the homeland of your co-host, Stipe, and his family.
Often compared to Provence and Tuscany, Dol is beautifully nestled into a lush and majestic green landscape, which is pronounced by lavender fields, olive groves, vineyards, and pinewood forest, and beautifully framed by the distant blue sea and sky.
A retreat at Suncokret in Dol Sveta Ana provides an ideal escape from ordinary life to a true organic oasis for the soul.
"My sojourn at Suncokret was the highlight of my trip in Croatia. Evening drove me to her little haven; right in the middle of Hvar in a village called Dol. The drive around the island through fields of lavender and olive trees felt like I was on the last few laps of my journey. The air was infused with the sweet smell of lavender and the salty presence of the sea. The sound of the waves was like a symphony to the soul. There were no emails, no telephones, no outside influence of any sort, the soul was cleansed and then nourished." - Karen, UK
Surroundings
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The Suncokret retreat center is nestled into a secluded hilltop of Dol, Sveta Ana, which remains unpopulated most of the year. The village features two restaurants & a cafe. There are no ATM's, banks, or shops, but plenty of peace and quiet to help you disconnect from the stresses of modern-day life.
Getting Around
Stari Grad is 2 km from the retreat and can be reached on foot. However, we offer complimentary and conceptualized daily outings for our retreat guests so you can relax, switch off, and let us sweep you off to all the best spots during your stay with us!
"You have a beautiful place. Absolute bliss! I wish I could send all my family and friends to experience it now!"
-Lyndsay, UK
Facilities
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Outdoor yoga terrace
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Indoor yoga shala
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2 living rooms
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Outdoor and indoor dining areas
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An enclosed garden
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Organic fruit & veggie garden
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2 patios & a sundeck
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3 Kitchenettes w/tea-making corners
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2 Libraries w/inspiring books, music, films, games & art supplies
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3 Washing machines
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Wi-Fi in designated areas
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Free Parking
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Comforts of a home away from home
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Daily access to the best swimming pool in the world 😉🙌🤩!
"What Suncokret lacks in ocean views, it more than makes up for in its coastal-inspired, vintage-style interiors. Its seven bedrooms (a combination of singles, doubles and suites) split across the semi-detached stone villas, which have a homely, shabby-chic vibe. Whitewashed furniture, beachcombed finds, crisp white linens, and floaty sheers billow gently in the cooling breeze. The property’s topsy-turvy layout is all part of its charm – with plenty of cozy nooks to channel your Zen, whether it be the sun-drenched roof-top terrace with sinkable sofas, to a hammock slung between fruit trees."-Sarah Freeman, Yoga Life Magazine
Our root chakra nook, ideal for grounding, nurturing and building a sense of security and confidence.
Our sacral chakra room with double bed is ideal for stimulating passion, creativity & imagination!
The Samadhi Suite, a double room with en-suite bathroom in our newly-built Garden House promises the perfect space to channel your zen.
Our root chakra nook, ideal for grounding, nurturing and building a sense of security and confidence.
Accommodation
Retreat guests are situated in one of three semi-attached stone cottages; each is representative of one of the three realms of existence: primal, human, and heavenly (learn more about each cottage here), while each of our seven rooms represents one of the seven major chakras that govern the way we think, feel, and act. Our 8th room, located in our newly-built Garden House, represents ascension to Samadhi (bliss), the ultimate goal of yoga.
No matter your choice of cottage or room, your stay in our retreat will enhance the holistic nature of your experience.
"It's a very warm and personal atmosphere, the rooms are very pretty, the fridge is filled with homegrown vegetables... There is always a helping hand when guests are not able to bring necessities with them... All this, and the fact that you are personally interested in the well-being of your guests, made it possible for us to relax on the very first day. Thank you for everything!" - Martina & Marcus, Germany
"What Suncokret lacks in ocean views, it more than makes up for in its coastal-inspired, vintage-style interiors. Its seven bedrooms (a combination of singles, doubles and suites) split across the semi-detached stone villas, which have a homely, shabby-chic vibe. Whitewashed furniture, beachcombed finds, crisp white linens, and floaty sheers billow gently in the cooling breeze. The property’s topsy-turvy layout is all part of its charm – with plenty of cozy nooks to channel your Zen, whether it be the sun-drenched roof-top terrace with sinkable sofas, to a hammock slung between fruit trees."-Sarah Freeman, Yoga Life Magazine
Meals
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During retreat events, we offer two fresh, tasty & nutritious "Dalma-Veg" meals per day. The meals are inspired by international vegetarian dishes with a distinctive Dalmatian twist and are predominantly made up of fresh, organic, locally-produced island ingredients (often our own), and are prepared with love and care.
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Our fusion cuisine is conceptualized to support the energetic work of the weekly Yoga Sadhana practice, and therefore is chakra-balancing, nurturing, and fulfilling.
Tap water, mineral water, herbal tea, and home-made organic cordials are provided with each meal while a morning coffee and an end of the week celebratory glass of local wine can be ordered on request.
I have had a fantastic week of relaxing and getting in touch with all that matters in life. Thank you for allowing me to share your home, your food and your beautiful lifestyle." - Sophy, UK
Lifestyle
Acts of kindness, being helpful, and service to the higher good create a rippling effect of positivity on everyone.
This lifestyle approach is deeply ingrained in the Dalmatian way of life and is an integral part of any true holistic retreat experience.
Unlike at a hotel where you are served and treated as a king, our retreat etiquette is to serve and help one another as a family of friends, and to feed our hearts with warmth and appreciation while doing so. Together we co-create a sharing & caring vibe for our community.
"I very much appreciated the personal touch in the atmosphere & design of the space, as well as the very warm and open contact with the hosts throughout the days. Stipe's calm presence & wonderful garden & kitchen made me smile & kept me well fed throughout my stay. The pets are great to have around, I felt like I was welcomed into a family, which made the whole experience so much more intimate & personal. It's very rare to find a mix of rural and urban, personal development and common sense-groundedness, a very Croatian & international experience simultaneously." - Maja, Belgium
Wildlife
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Our pets and the Hvar Island wildlife and natural environment are an integral part of the Suncokret experience.
We are surrounded by nature and have many pets, farm animals, and creatures of all shapes and sizes in and around the property.
Though our pets are not allowed in the guest bedrooms, they do wander freely around, and sometimes drop by during the outdoor program sessions!
"This was the trip of a lifetime for my mom and me. Everything about the retreat was well thought out, and a relaxing, nourishing experience. Thank you for the organization and care you put into every detail."
- Emily & Luanne, USA
Our Tribe​
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Since 2004, we have been welcoming thousands of people of all ages and walks of life to Suncokret.
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Our tribe comes from every corner of the globe. Some are solo travelers, while others come with a friend, a partner/spouse, family member(s), and sometimes a small group. Most participants are between the age of 30 - 65, though we also welcome mature 20-something-year-olds and fit, healthy, and active seniors with a passion for yoga.
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At Suncokretn you can expect a friendly, intimate environment, where you will have time for yourself as well as the opportunity to socialize with your co-hosts and a handful or two of like-minded retreaters, who may even become life-long friends!