Quinta São José dos Montes

Quinta São José dos Montes is a retreat centre and ecological community set across 20 hectares overlooking the beautiful Castelo do Bode Lake, near Tomar in Central Portugal.

This is a place to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and spend time in nature. Throughout the year, the quinta hosts retreats, workshops, trainings, and community gatherings centred around yoga, meditation, conscious breathing, dance, natural horsemanship, shamanic practices, and personal growth. 

The project is rooted in the belief that caring for ourselves, caring for each other, and caring for the Earth all go hand in hand.

The community offers a variety of accommodation including private rooms, apartments, hostel dorms, glamping yurts and domes, camping, and spaces for groups and retreat organisers. Guests can enjoy peaceful gardens, a saltwater swimming pool, walking trails, and stunning views across the lake and surrounding forest.

Whether you're joining a retreat, organising an event, volunteering, or simply looking for a peaceful place to reconnect with nature, you'll find a welcoming community that values simplicity, learning, sustainability, and meaningful human connection.