This includes:

• 3 x 90 minute family workshops per week

• All art materials

• Working with professional artists

• Accommodation for the whole family

Price per family staying at Cortijo Serendipia:

* €1,695

Price per family staying at Shepherd’s Rest:

* €1,845

📩 Message us now or email info@shepherdsrest.org to reserve your spot.

This is an event for 8–12 yrs held in April and September 2026

An event great for confidence building, making friends, and learning new things together, while parents enjoy time to focus, recharge, or simply relax knowing their kids are happy, engaged, and cared for.

What’s Included:

* Family accommodation in private apartment

* Weekday activities for children: 10am – 1pm

* Family trips for local cultural immersion every Friday (adult tickets extra)

* Weekly bring & share communal meal

* Two Spanish classes per week (beginner & intermediate)

* Two group sports sessions per week

* Confidence-building activities and fun with like-minded families


Week 1: Rock Band - Learning musical instruments and singing with Professionals


Week 2: Den Building / Nature School / Art


Week 3: Drama / Clowning / Circus


Week 4: Magic Learning with a Professional Magician

At the end of each week there is an hour for parents to come and see what the children have been learning.

The children tend to hang out together in the playrooms or at the little park next to Shepherd’s Rest, which allows them to grow in independence and confidence.

Price when staying at Cortijo Serendipia:

* 2,995€ for 1 child taking part in activities

* 3,995€ for 2 children taking part in activities

Price when staying at Shepherd’s Rest:

* €3,295 with 1 child taking part in activities

* €4,295 with 2 children taking part in activities

Payment plans are available and flexible

Get in touch and tell us a bit about your children and the things they love.

A restorative month for Mums who want to start or grow their business…or those who just need to get some “me time”.

Whole families are welcome, but this month focuses on the Mum’s wellbeing.

📍 Hosted at Shepherd’s Rest & Cortijo Serendipia, Andalucía, Spain

🗓 May 2026

💶 Price: from €2,795

With 2 children: 3,095€

With 3 children: 3,295€

(Payment plans available)

Mums in the Mountains is a month-long retreat, designed especially for mums seeking community, and meaningful experiences.

It’s a gentle blend of downtime and inspiration, with space for creativity, friendship, and personal growth.

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🌞 Accommodation — a peaceful family apartment surrounded by olive trees and open sky.

🧘 Self-care — one relaxing treatment each week (choose from head, neck & back massage, or reflexology).

🖋️ Weekly journaling circle — guided reflection and shared conversation with other mums.

👧 Child drop-off care (10–2 pm : 3days a week days tbc) 

🌍 One weekly excursion — examples include cheese-making, hot springs, a castle tour, or a guided mountain walk. 

🎨 Art Workshop - once a week.

💬 Supportive community — a small group of like-minded mums and children living, learning, and laughing together.

🍴 🔥 Shared spaces - dining areas inside and out,  and easy conversation around the table, a great chance to connect with the others. Fire pits at both properties.

Every evening our restaurant will be open, where you can enjoy wholesome, home-cooked meals. We happily cater for vegans & meat-eaters — everyone is welcome at the table.

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Who It’s For:

For ANY mum…Single mums or solo travelling mums, couple

For mums who are looking for a softer daily rhythm — who want to share experiences with their children, recharge their energy, and be part of a warm & inclusive community.

📩 Message us now at info@shepherdsrest.org to reserve your spot.

A Self-Directed Month is a dedicated, month-long opportunity for families to live, learn, and grow alongside one another. Everybody does things on their own terms. Each family follows their own rhythm. This is a time dive into personal projects, share interests & travel stories with other families, or just relax and soak in the mountain air and vast open surroundings.

We provide a curated list of places to visit to inspire your explorations, and families share a WhatsApp group to coordinate trips and days out together.

It’s a chance to learn by living — sharing skills, swapping ideas, and connecting through the natural flow of daily life. There’s no fixed curriculum or schedule — just a supportive, like-minded community and a month full of freedom and connection.

A Self-Directed Month is a dedicated, month-long opportunity for families to live, learn, and grow alongside one another. Everybody does things on their own terms. Each family follows their own rhythm. This is a time dive into personal projects, share interests & travel stories with other families, or just relax and soak in the mountain air and vast open surroundings.

We provide a curated list of places to visit to inspire your explorations, and families share a WhatsApp group to coordinate trips and days out together.

It’s a chance to learn by living — sharing skills, swapping ideas, and connecting through the natural flow of daily life. There’s no fixed curriculum or schedule — just a supportive, like-minded community and a month full of freedom and connection.

A Self-Directed Month is a dedicated, month-long opportunity for families to live, learn, and grow alongside one another. Everybody does things on their own terms. Each family follows their own rhythm. This is a time dive into personal projects, share interests & travel stories with other families, or just relax and soak in the mountain air and vast open surroundings.

We provide a curated list of places to visit to inspire your explorations, and families share a WhatsApp group to coordinate trips and days out together.

It’s a chance to learn by living — sharing skills, swapping ideas, and connecting through the natural flow of daily life. There’s no fixed curriculum or schedule — just a supportive, like-minded community and a month full of freedom and connection.

This is an event for 8–12 yrs held in April and September 2026

What’s Included:

* Accommodation in family apartments

* Weekday activities for children: 10am – 1pm

* Family trips for local culture immersion (adult tickets extra)

* Weekly bring & share communal meal

* Two Spanish classes per week (beginner & intermediate)

* Plenty of time outdoors

* Confidence-building activities and fun with like-minded families

Hosted at Shepherd’s Rest & Cortijo Serendipia in Oria Andalucía Spain.


The month will include:


Week 1: Rock Band - Learning musical instruments and singing with Professionals


Week 2: Den Building / Nature School / Art


Week 3: Drama / Clowning / Circus


Week 4: Magic Learning with a Professional Magician

Groups run from 10–1, Monday to Friday, and at the end of each week there is an hour for parents to come and see what the children have been learning.

* 2 x Spanish lessons a week

* 2 x Sport sessions a week

* 1 family trip a week to a castle, lake, beach, or caves

* Community meal every Sunday afternoon

The children tend to hang out together in the playrooms or at the little park next to Shepherd’s Rest, which allows them to grow in independence and confidence.

Price when staying at Cortijo Serendipia:

* €2,995 for 1 child taking part in activities

* €3,995 for 2 children taking part in activities

Price when staying at Shepherd’s Rest:

* €3,295 with 1 child taking part in activities

* €4,295 with 2 children taking part in activities

There is a €300 discount on the overall price if the deposit is paid by October 31st 2025

Get in touch and tell us a bit about your children and the things they love.

Spend a month in the Andalucían mountains

filled with music, art, drama, and adventure.

Families will enjoy connection, creativity, and quality time in nature.

What’s Included:

• Accommodation in family apartments

• Weekday activities for children: 10am – 1pm

• Family trips for local culture immersion (adult tickets extra)

• Weekly community meal

• Gym pass with 10 sessions for each child

• Two Spanish classes per week (beginner & intermediate)

• Plenty of time outdoors

• Confidence-building activities and fun with like-minded families

Pricing:

Cortijo Serendipia:

• €2,995 – 1 child + family accommodation (1 month)

• €3,995 – 2 children + family accommodation (1 month)

Shepherd’s Rest:

• €3,295 – 1 child + family accommodation (1 month)

• €4,295 – 2 children + family accommodation (1 month)

Extras:

• Parents’ Spanish classes: €20 per hour

• Parents’ activities: paid separately (children’s calls covered by us)

Limited to 10 families — Payment plans available!

📩 Message us now or email info@shepherdsrest.org to reserve your spot.

Moving Mountains

1st November until 30th November 2026 Children only Ages 15+ (Parents accommodation available nearby if requested)

Moving Mountains is a supportive and empowering programme designed for young people preparing for greater independence. It provides practical life skills, personal development opportunities, and a strong sense of community in a safe and nurturing environment.

Our two properties Shepherd's Rest and Cortijo Serendipia are thoughtfully organised to provide separate housing for girls and boys. Every child is provided with a private bedroom, ensuring personal space in a shared apartment. In addition, each house is supported by a dedicated on-site mentor of the same biological sex as the children residing in that home. This structure promotes appropriate guidance and a supportive mentorship dynamic.

Both groups will be working together from 10am - 7pm, after having breakfast in their own houses.

Life Skills for Independence

Participants will develop essential skills needed for adult life, including:

• Cooking and baking

• Household budgeting

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Building confidence in everyday responsibilities

Friendship and Community

We place strong emphasis on creating meaningful, lasting friendships with guidance and support.

Young people are encouraged to grow socially while feeling understood and valued.

Learning and Personal Development

Opportunities include:

• Spanish classes

• Learning an instrument

• Hiking and outdoor experiences

Entrepreneurship and Future Planning

We help young people explore their strengths, interests, and future pathways.

Whether they already have business ideas or are still discovering their passions, we support them in:

• Exploring career and business options

• Developing existing ideas

• Building confidence in their abilities

• Recognising their individual strengths

Emotional Wellbeing

Participants will have the opportunity to explore a range of therapeutic and self-regulation approaches, including:

• Meditation

• Hypnotherapy

• Massage & Reflexology

• Journaling

• Music

These sessions are designed to provide tools to help manage stress and anxiety and support overall emotional resilience.

Physical Wellbeing

Physical health is also prioritised through:

• Gym sessions

• Healthy eating habits/meal planning

• Hiking

Experienced Leadership

Our team is led by trained professionals, all with extensive experience supporting teenagers and young adults.

Inclusive and Supportive

As with all our programmes, Moving Mountains is inclusive and welcoming to neurodivergent young people.

A Self-Directed Month is a dedicated, month-long opportunity for families to live, learn, and grow alongside one another. Everybody does things on their own terms. Each family follows their own rhythm. This is a time dive into personal projects, share interests & travel stories with other families, or just relax and soak in the mountain air and vast open surroundings.

We provide a curated list of places to visit to inspire your explorations, and families share a WhatsApp group to coordinate trips and days out together.

It’s a chance to learn by living — sharing skills, swapping ideas, and connecting through the natural flow of daily life. There’s no fixed curriculum or schedule — just a supportive, like-minded community and a month full of freedom and connection.