A Spring Retreat at The Green Farm, Portugal
with Jacqui Lofthouse
April 19th-24th 2026
Reclaim your voice. Reconnect with your writing. Rediscover your self.
Spring 2026. A Writing Retreat in the Portuguese countryside. Time, space, and support – as you immerse yourself in your writing in this stunning and peaceful environment.
Join us at Quinta Carvalhas – also known as The Green Farm – a 150-year-old luxury farm stay just one hour from Lisbon. A rolling landscape, gorgeous old stone buildings and olive groves, this is the perfect place to write. The Green Farm is designed for slowing down, opening up, and coming home to your creativity.
About your Tutor
Your tutor on the retreat will be Jacqui Lofthouse, Founder of The Writing Coach – an experienced novelist and writing mentor, known for her insightful, compassionate approach to teaching. Jacqui will lead our daily workshops and be very present with the group throughout the retreat.
Jacqueline Smith, our Head of Client Services, will also be with us to ensure your stay is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible – offering behind-the-scenes support and a warm welcome to everyone.
About your Writing Retreat
This retreat is for writers of all backgrounds and levels of experience – whether you’re returning to the page after time away, are deep in the middle of a project, or simply seeking a fresh perspective in a truly inspiring setting – we would love to meet you here.
You’ll be part of a small, supportive group, guided each morning by writing workshops focused on voice, structure, and the artistry of storytelling. Afternoons are yours – to write, reflect, walk in nature, or rest in the sunshine.
Optional one-to-one sessions may be booked separately to help you shape your work and gain clarity on your writing direction. Evenings are for nourishing meals, shared conversation, and connection.
There’s space to read your work aloud (if you wish), ask questions, or simply enjoy the company of fellow writers under the Portuguese sky.
Accommodation
Our retreat features 9 spacious ensuite bedrooms and 4 bedrooms with shared bathrooms, all individually decorated and full of history and charm. The thick walls keep heat out – and there are fans for those extra hot days. Comfortable beds with luxury linen and sublime mattresses will help you to unwind so that nothing distracts you from the inner work you have come to do.
Every bathroom has a hairdryer, shampoo and body wash for you to use and all rooms are equipped with coffee & tea facilities and reusable water bottles. Both bath and pool towels are provided.
We’d love for you to disconnect whilst you’re here, but if needed, there is complimentary Wi-Fi available.
Your Room Choice
All Prices are fully inclusive of VAT. Early-bird prices are available until 31st July 2025.
* Only 6 rooms of 15 remaining *
Double Room with en-suite
Only 2 rooms of this type remaining
Most of the rooms at Quinta Carvalhas are available as a double room for one person with en-suite bathroom. For the utmost in luxury and privacy, this is the perfect choice.
Fee: £2875
Early-bird price: £2595
Secure your room with a non-refundable deposit of £500. Two further instalments are due in September 2025 and January 2026.
Double Room with shared bathroom
Only 3 places of this type remaining*
These beautiful private double rooms for single occupancy are available with a shared bathroom (shared with one other room).
Fee: £2575
Early-bird price: £2275
Secure your room with a non-refundable deposit of £500. Two further instalments are due in September 2025 and January 2026.
- 6 rooms in all remaining on the retreat. Numbers here depend upon configuration of rooms taken.
Shared Twin (or Double) Room room with en-suite
Only 3 places of this type remaining*
Our twin (or double) en-suite rooms are the perfect choice if you would like to book with a friend or be paired with a fellow writer in our community.
Fee: £1995
Early-bird price: £1795
Prices are per person, booked individually. Please enquire for our couples rates.
Secure your room with a non-refundable deposit of £500. Two further instalments are due in September 2025 and January 2026.
- 6 rooms in all remaining on the retreat. Numbers here depend upon configuration of rooms taken.
Your Stay Includes:
5 nights accommodation at the stunning Quinta Carvalhas , The Green Farm.
Delicious and nourishing seasonal vegetarian meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner prepared on site using ingredients grown on the farm. Unlimited tea, coffee and herbal infusions throughout the day.
Daily morning writing workshops with Jacqui Lofthouse.
Use of the beautiful swimming pool (pool towels are provided in your room).
Three optional morning yoga sessions to start the day! The indoor yoga shala is a beautifully restored, climate-controlled stone barn, offering a peaceful, private world in which to meditate. The outdoor shala is a deck alongside the oak forest and our farm pond where you can connect with nature as you practice.
Free transfers to and from Mato de Miranda train station. (Airport transfers can be arranged for an additional fee).
Flights are not included.
If you require vegan options or have any other dietary requirements or allergies we will be happy to accommodate you – just let us know when booking.
Optional Extras (for an additional fee):
Equine therapy session with the Quinta’s resident horses.
Bespoke one-to-one Coaching Session with Jacqui.
We cannot wait to meet you at Quinta Carvalhas in Portugal! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us…