Arrive & settle in
Welcome dinner and an easy first evening.
SEIXAL · MADEIRA · PORTUGAL
A little closer
to each other.
A week for two. A slower rhythm.
Stone terraces, green gardens and the Atlantic.
13–20 February 2027 · Seven nights for two
Bookings open · Cabins and final programme in development
ROOTED IN MADEIRAExplore the place ↓
THE PLACE
A new chapter.
Deep roots.
Tucked into Madeira’s north coast, Barefoot Cliff is a collection of stone terraces, mature trees and gardens overlooking the sea in Seixal.
We’re bringing this place back to life with care. Our vision is simple: small gatherings, time outdoors and experiences shaped by the people who come here.
Led by a CEO with nearly 30 years of international events experience, the Barefoot team is creating thoughtful stays, wellbeing programmes and small gatherings in Madeira.
VALENTINE’S WEEK · 13–20 FEBRUARY 2027
Just us.
And a little Madeira.
Seven nights to slow down together: gentle movement, local food, time in nature and afternoons that belong to you. Our first couples retreat, hosted by the Barefoot team in Seixal.
The week we’re planning
- Seven nights in a private cabin for two
- Daily breakfast, four light lunches and five dinners
- A special Valentine’s dinner on 14 February
- Four gentle yoga sessions and two guided meditations
- One 60-minute massage per person
- One guided local nature outing and a Madeira food workshop
- Time for your own adventures, quiet mornings and unhurried conversation
Valentine’s dinner is one of the five included dinners. Flights, airport transfers, two dinners, remaining lunches, additional drinks and optional activities are not included. Practitioners, menus, routes and final cabin details will be confirmed before the remaining balance is due.
A week with room to breathe
A day for two
Gentle yoga, free time and the Valentine’s dinner.
Explore the north coast
A guided local outing, light lunch and an evening to yourselves.
Rest & restore
Yoga, massage appointments and a shared dinner.
Taste Madeira
Morning meditation, a local food workshop and time together.
Follow your own rhythm
Yoga, remaining massage appointments and a free evening.
Carry it home
Yoga, closing meditation and a farewell dinner.
Until next time
Breakfast and departure.
Indicative programme. Sessions are optional and timings may move within the week according to practitioners, weather and site conditions. Any material change will be communicated before the remaining balance is due.
BOOK YOUR PLACE
Seven nights.
One simple booking.
13–20 February 2027 · €2,490 for two guests. Pay a €1,245 deposit through our secure Stripe checkout. The remaining €1,245 is due on 14 January 2027.
For two€2,490
Retreat dates13–20 Feb 2027
Deposit now€1,245
Balance · 14 Jan 2027€1,245
The cabins and yoga deck are being prepared and are not yet complete. Please read the accommodation details and cancellation terms before booking. Standard online bookings do not require a prior invitation. The host sends booking details after successful payment. Flights and airport transfers are not included.
Booking and cancellation terms
13–20 February 2027 · eight days / seven nights · €2,490 total per couple, for two guests sharing one private double cabin. Maximum ten couples / twenty guests. Check-in from 15:00; checkout by 11:00, Madeira local time.
Pay €1,245 per couple now. The remaining €1,245 is due on 14 January 2027 and is collected separately. For bookings after that deadline, the full price is due at booking. The host sends booking details after successful payment; cabin allocation is managed by the host.
Deposit cancellation: at least 60 days before arrival, 100% refunded; 30–59 days before arrival, 50% refunded; within 29 days of arrival, non-refundable. Any balance already paid is refundable at least 30 days before arrival and non-refundable within 29 days. If the organiser cancels, a full refund applies. Mandatory consumer rights remain unaffected.
The cabins and yoga deck are not yet complete. Any renderings show expected appearance rather than completed facilities. Material changes will be communicated before the balance is due. Grounds have steps and uneven or steep paths; contact info@gobarefoot.eu about access or dietary requirements before booking.
WHAT WE’RE CREATING
Small moments.
Room to breathe.
Tell us what draws you here. We’ll share details when dates, facilities and the relevant requirements are confirmed.
The first gathering
An intimate daytime introduction to the gardens, the story and the people behind Barefoot.
Ask about a preview ↗Time, just for you
Private daytime moments and wellbeing sessions, developed with local practitioners and food partners.
Tell us your idea ↗A different setting
Explore ideas for photography, creative projects and intimate collaborations among the terraces.
Explore a collaboration ↗The advertised couples retreat can be reserved through the secure booking section. Other experiences and collaborations remain enquiry-only until confirmed.
THE CABIN VISION
Your own quiet corner.
Warm timber, soft linen and space for two. These design studies explore the feeling of the future cabins; the structures are not yet built.
Planned cabin amenities are an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and a private terrace. The cabins are not yet complete. Final dimensions, layout, furnishings, access and exact views are still being finalised. The final specification and any material changes will be shared before the remaining retreat balance is due on 14 January 2027.
YOGA & MEDITATION
Space to stretch.
Time to be still.
Our vision is a generous timber deck extending along the terrace, with room for movement and meditation beneath the trees. The enlarged concept reflects the intended scale described by the owner.
LOOKING AHEAD
Good company.
A wilder kind
of retreat.
We imagine mornings beneath the trees, shared tables and space for art, movement and conversation. We’re inviting retreat hosts and practitioners to help shape what comes next.
Let’s create something together ↗Walk-in accommodation and camping are not currently available. Paid retreat reservations relate only to advertised programme dates and remain subject to the necessary authorisations, facilities and final guest terms.
BEFORE YOU VISIT
A few things to know.
Can I visit or stay now?
Overnight stays and camping are not available now. Reservations are open for our couples retreat on 13–20 February 2027; read the accommodation and booking terms before paying a deposit. The cabins and yoga deck are not yet complete. For a daytime visit, please enquire before travelling: there are no walk-in opening hours and visits are confirmed individually when suitable.
What is access like?
The gardens have steps, uneven ground and steep areas. Tell us about any access needs before arranging a visit so we can discuss whether the route is suitable. Wear secure, closed footwear despite our name.
Where are you, and what if the weather changes?
We’re in Seixal, in the municipality of Porto Moniz, Madeira. Arrival instructions are shared for confirmed visits. Outdoor plans depend on weather and site conditions; arrangements will be agreed directly.
Are the images photographs of finished cabins?
Images labelled “concept” are AI visualisations of proposed facilities. The original garden photographs and video frame show the actual site. Cabin and deck designs can change.
Can I reserve Valentine’s week now?
Yes. Read the booking and cancellation terms in the booking section, then use Pay €1,245 deposit to open the secure checkout. Capacity is limited to ten couples / twenty guests. The cabins and yoga deck are not yet complete; material changes will be communicated before the balance is due.
Is this couples therapy?
No. This is a proposed leisure and wellbeing retreat, with optional activities and private time. It does not offer relationship therapy or promise health outcomes. All adult couples are welcome to enquire.
BAREFOOT ANIMAL RESCUE
A little help.
A lot of difference.
Barefoot has become a safe place for animals that needed help. Some have already found new homes; others have become permanent members of the Barefoot family and remain in our care.
SOME OF THE BAREFOOT FAMILY
These are some of the animals already rescued and cared for by Barefoot. Some have already been successfully rehomed; the rest have become part of the family and require constant care, food, medication, veterinary attention and a safe place to live.
MEET OZZY COCKBOURNE
The rooster who moved in and never left.
Ozzy Cockbourne has been living at Barefoot since construction began. He made the cliff his home, gets along remarkably well with the cats and has become part of the Barefoot family — another little character who reminds us that this place belongs to more than just people.
BE PART OF THE BEGINNING
It starts with
a conversation.
Questions before booking? Planning a future retreat or creative collaboration? We’d love to hear from you.
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