Pawse, Italy Yoga Retreat.

A chance to deepen your practice and your connection to nature, in a space where dogs are welcome.

Il Casale di Max, Italy · 30th April - 3rd May 2026

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The Experience

What’s included:

  • Twice daily yoga practices for all levels

  • Workshops

  • Pranayama & meditation

  • Explore the heart and philosophy of yoga

  • Time to rest, reflect, and enjoy the landscape

  • Nourishing, seasonal meals prepared by a private chef with ingredients grown in the local garden

  • Opportunities to connect with a like-minded community

  • Dogs are warmly welcomed, with opportunities to deepen your bond through calm, restorative walks in nature.

Spaces are intentionally limited to ensure an intimate, authentic, and luxury experience.

Group of people doing yoga outdoors on grassy field in a countryside setting with trees, bushes, and a building in the background.
Aerial view of a grassy park area with eight small tents arranged in a semi-circle, surrounded by trees and a small building with a red-tiled roof.

An exclusive 3-night retreat

Take a pawse from daily life and step into a space where you can breathe and reconnect with yourself, your practice, animals, and nature.

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The Setting

Il Casale di Max

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Tucked away in the Italian countryside, Il Casale di Max hosts up to 10 guests, offering rustic charm, serenity, and the comforts of home.

A lush garden with tall cypress trees, a stone house wall with arched windows, and a white dog resting on the grass near outdoor chairs and potted plants.

Choose from three unique accommodations, each designed for comfort, calm, and connection.

The Rose Room

£550 per person (Total)

Elegant and inviting, the Rose Room sleeps 4, offering a spacious 20 m² retreat ideal for friends or small families. Featuring a comfortable double bed and an additional double bunk, it combines warmth and practicality with understated charm. The en-suite bathroom includes a modern shower and thoughtful amenities, while soft lighting and tranquil surroundings create the perfect space to unwind after a day of yoga and connection.

A cozy bedroom with a wooden bunk bed, a four-poster bed with curtains, a window with open shutters letting in natural light, and a small cushioned bench at the foot of the bed.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with striped patterned bedding, white and floral curtains, a hanging tassel decoration, and a wooden nightstand.
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The Wooden Cottage

*please note, The Wooden Cottage is now reserved.

Tucked among ancient olive trees, the Wooden Cottage offers a private sanctuary of calm and comfort for up to 2 people. Featuring a double bed, fully equipped kitchen, and modern en-suite bathroom. Bathed in natural light and surrounded by nature, it’s the perfect hideaway for singles or couples seeking privacy, tranquility, and an authentic Italian experience.

A wooden garden shed with an open window, located in a lush green yard with planters containing various flowers and plants in front.
A cozy room with a wooden-paneled wall, a warm yellow lamp, and a window showing green foliage outside. There are two large pink pillows and two smaller brown pillows on a bed or couch.
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The Celeste Room

*please note, The Celeste is now reserved.

Bright and serene, the Celeste Room sleeps up to 3 people, offering a sanctuary designed for comfort and calm. Featuring a double bed, a charming fireplace, and a private terrace overlooking the Italian countryside, it’s the perfect spot to savour peaceful mornings or golden sunsets. The en-suite bathroom includes a modern shower and all essential comforts, creating a cosy retreat that feels both intimate and refined

A room with an open window showing a view of mountains and trees on a sunny day, with sunlight streaming into the room. Inside, there is a wooden countertop with a white sink, a basket of napkins, and a mirror reflecting part of the room.
Bedroom with a vintage-style headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, blinds on the window, and a chandelier hanging from a wooden ceiling.
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Two women practicing yoga outdoors at sunset, standing on grass with trees in the background, performing a partner backbend with their hands pressed together.

The Shala

Our yoga shala is a space that holds both energy and ease. Built with authentic textures of stone and wood, it carries the grounding essence of the Italian countryside and practice feels effortless. Whether you’re flowing through morning movement or unwinding in gentle evening stillness, the shala offers a place to reconnect, breathe deeply, and simply be.

Interior of a rustic yoga or meditation room with yoga mats laid out on a tiled floor, a large arched doorway revealing an outdoor seating area, and brick and wooden accents.
Yoga mats arranged on a tiled floor in a rustic room with a large archway opening to a balcony with outdoor furniture, warm yellow walls, and stone accents.
A circular wooden picnic table with benches under a large leafy tree in a grassy outdoor setting.
A bedroom corner with a wooden bedpost, a white curtain tied to it with a floral fabric, a beige wall with a small crack, a wooden nightstand, and a hanging fabric lampshade with a floral pattern.
Interior of a rustic dining room with a stone wall, wooden bookshelf, chandelier, a table with a checkered tablecloth, and chairs.
Interior of a cozy restaurant with a stone wall, a wooden bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, a table with a red checkered tablecloth, and a green cushioned seat with colorful pillows.
Close-up of a chandelier with three light bulbs on a textured yellow wall, with visible wooden beams on the ceiling and decorative plates on a shelf below.
View through a glass door of a swimming pool and a scenic landscape with trees and hills in the background.
Open door from inside a house, showing a brick patio and outdoor seating area with metal chairs and table, surrounded by greenery and trees, and a scenic landscape with blue sky and rolling hills in the background.
Swimming pool with metal handrail on brick pool deck, overlooking a lush, green, hilly landscape with trees and blue sky.
A table lamp with a glass base filled with wine corks, a greenish-blue neck, and a fabric lampshade with a floral pattern at the top and bottom, sitting on a brick surface near a brick wall and an electrical outlet.
A vintage wooden bathroom mirror reflects a small rustic bathroom with a copper sink, soap dispenser, and mirror with a curved top. A light fixture is mounted on the ceiling and a vent is visible above.
An ornate vintage mirror with a decorative frame reflecting a bed with a blue headboard and white bedding.
A wooden bed headboard with a floral patterned bedspread in a cozy bedroom with a ceiling-mounted curtain and a tassel wall decoration.
Close-up of a corner of a bedroom showing a wooden nightstand, a bed with a floral patterned bedspread, a floral curtain tied back, and a hanging lampshade with floral fabric.
View through a closed window showing leafy tree branches outside.
Wooden arched door with black iron handles and hinges, set in a brick and mortar wall.
A cozy wooden interior featuring a table with a basket of fresh greens, a hanging lampshade, a window with a red-checkered curtain, and a partial view of a laundry area with red-checkered curtains.
A cozy bedroom with wooden walls, a window showing trees outside, a side lamp, a bed with red pillows, and a colorful patterned rug.
Interior of a cozy room with wooden panel walls, a red table lamp, a beige standing lamp, a window showing an outdoor yard with trees, and a sofa with purple cushions.
A table lamp with a red lampshade and a black metal wireframe base, placed on a pinkish tablecloth with a basket nearby.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a lamp on a floating shelf, a window showing green foliage outside, and large pink cushions on a bed or seating area.
A small wooden garden shed with a large opening in the front, surrounded by greenery and flower pots with blooming flowers.
A backyard scene with a pool, surrounded by plants and flowers, a green hanging light bulb, and a trellis with drought-tolerant vines.
A brick hot tub filled with water is outdoors, surrounded by greenery and trees, with a hill and house in the background on a sunny day.
Landscape view of rolling hills timbered with trees, with a swimming pool in the foreground and a brick ledge along the pool's edge.
Wooden picnic table with attached benches beneath a leafy tree in a park.
Tree trunk with green leaves in the foreground and a wooden picnic table in the background.
A wooden outdoor chair on a grassy lawn with a background of trees, flowering bushes, a small swimming pool, and distant hills under a clear sky.
View of a rustic stone house with a tiled roof, a wooden gate, and a small garden area with potted plants and a white dog lying on the grass.
A lush garden with tall cypress trees, a stone house, and a white dog lying on the grass near two chairs and potted plants.
A stone and brick house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with plants and potted flowers, featuring a gravel walkway leading to a wooden front door.

Dogs are Welcome

Expect a welcoming guided introduction with all the pets , followed by dog-friendly activities designed to deepen your bond. You’ll enjoy peaceful nature walks, playful mini-agility sessions, and supportive training guidance throughout. There’ll be healthy treats for your furry companion and plenty of quiet downtime for you both to simply relax and just be together.

A woman practicing yoga in a seated twist pose outdoors next to a young Australian Shepherd dog, with water and vegetation in the background.
Woman in a white knit sweater and tan hat holding a black puppy in an outdoor field.

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Wholesome Italian Meals

Our private chef creates authentic Italian dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients, many picked directly from the local garden at Il Casale di Max. Each day, you’ll enjoy three beautifully prepared meals designed to support your body and complement your yoga practice that are light, vibrant, and full of flavour.

A white table with a plant with pink flowers, a basket of oranges, and a cherry pie with lattice crust.
Assorted fruit including apples and plums in bowls, and Nut and fruit energy bites on serving plates.
Table of Italian dishes including a salad, spinach tart, roasted artichokes, roasted carrots, and baked eggplant with basil, set outdoors on a lace tablecloth.
A table with sliced watermelon, bread, a vegetable salad with cherry tomatoes and green beans, and some plates and glasses.
A variety of freshly picked vegetables, including tomatoes, eggplants, peppers, and others, displayed on a wooden table outdoors under a shaded patio surrounded by greenery.
Assorted tomatoes and peppers on a wooden table with blurred outdoor background.
A round fruit tart with a lattice top, a basket of fresh tangerines with green leaves, and a potted plant with pink flowers and green leaves on a white surface.
Large yellow omelette with green herbs on a white plate, being held by a person.
Plate of spaghetti with cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
Table setting with three glasses of orange juice, a large bowl of ground beef or lentils, a plate of sliced cucumbers and beet salad, and empty orange plates on woven placemats.
A wicker basket filled with ripe peaches, surrounded by green leaves.
Two people picking small yellow-orange fruits, possibly apricots, from a basket outdoors.
A table set with two plates of penne pasta with green vegetables, a basket of sliced bread, two glasses of water, a salad with purple and orange flowers, and a baking dish with baked eggs and green vegetables.
A wooden table decorated with a potted orange flower, assorted fresh fruits including apples and grapes, a bowl of granola, herbal tea, supplements, a glass of water with a sprig of rosemary, and a packet of tea, with a nearby bookshelf.

Meet Your Hosts

Pawse was born from a shared love of yoga, animals, and the simple joy of slowing down. Together, we’ve created Pawse as a space to share what we love most, and we can’t wait for you to join us.

A young man standing on rocks with a golden retriever dog during sunset in an open field with hills and trees in the background.

  • Professional Dog Dad to Loxi and passionate yogi, my practice balances strength and stillness. Yoga has been a guiding force in reconnecting with my body and finding inner steadiness, and sharing that practice in nature, surrounded by dogs, feels like the most amazing next step. I can’t wait to welcome you on the mat!

A woman with long brown hair taking a selfie with a large, fluffy white dog on a sandy surface during daytime. The woman is smiling slightly and the dog is looking content with its tongue partially out.

  • I see yoga as a path to connection — with ourselves, with nature, and with all living beings. Animals have always had a special place in my heart, and my loyal companion Ercole is part of this journey of awareness and love.

    During this retreat, we’ll explore a mindful yoga practice, presence, and open-hearted connection.

A man with curly hair and sunglasses taking a selfie with a large, fluffy white dog against a clear blue sky.

  • Nature enthusiast, dog lover, and host of this retreat. Inspired by my love for animals and my growing passion for yoga, I wanted to bring this project to life — a space where people, dogs, and nature can truly connect.

    MAX’s Farmhouse was bought by my parents in the early 1970s, when it was little more than a stable. My father, a civil engineer, spent countless weekends over the years transforming it with care and dedication.

    Today, the house reflects their love and hard work — the place where my sister and I grew up, and where their spirit still lives in every detail.

    The villa is named in memory of our beloved German Shepherd, Max, who spent his life here, deeply connected to its scents, its light, and the timeless beauty of this land.

“Join us for an unforgettable journey of movement, nature, and connection ”

Swimming pool with mountain and tree landscape in the background.
A table set with plates, glasses, a water pitcher, and condiments inside a rustic stone room with wooden shutters.

Ready To Take A Pawse?

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