Private Yoga Instructor Santa Monica & Los Angeles Westside Yoga Retreats With Jennifer Pastiloff Jennifer Pastiloff Contact Jennifer (310-926-0172) Yoga at home - comfort and convenience! |
Comments & Pictures from the recent retreat November, 2009 in Saylulita, Mexico with Miranda and Jana Saunders~ DiscoverSoulSpa.com with yoga classes by Jennifer Pastiloff everyday . Yoga + Wine = Wonderful weekend retreat to an eco-sanctuary/winery in Ojai with Jen Pastiloff Reserve your space now $200.00 deposit through PayPal link below. Friday March 12th thru Sunday March, 14th 2010 From beginner yogi, to teacher, this is a weekend for you. Enjoy accommodations in a landmark craftsman home or in charming rustic estate dwellings. Indulge yourself in the included 4 yoga classes, wine tastings, organic gourmet vegetarian meals prepared daily by renowned Chef Caspar Poyck, meditation concert with Tibetan singing bowls and Kirtan. Enjoy the swimming pool, jacuzzi or endless hiking trails on the estate & winery, much relaxation and many, many laughs! Optional massages will be available by Randy Bruck of Malibu Healer & Barbara Potter of BodyRestorationMassage The retreat is held at a 54 acre private estate/winery in the Ojai Valley. It starts Friday at 2 p.m. ending Sunday at 1 p.m. The perfect little getaway! See more below regarding rooms. Pricing starts on the estate at $395 for a yurt (sleeps 6), private tea house $545 (sleeps 2), private earth lodge $650 (sleeps 2), private artist studio $650 (sleeps 2) and main house sleeping porch (sleeps 1 to 2) $545, shared bedroom (sleeps 3 to 4) $550 and up to private master perfect for a couple $695. For more information on pricing and accommodations email Jennifer or call me at 310-926-0172. The pricing is per person even if you are sharing a room with someone. Rates based per person and include lodging, meals and wine tastings. A $200 deposit is required to reserve your spot which you can Paypal through the link below You can also give Jen a check or cash at class. If you want to mail a check please call me for the address. This deposit reserves your spot. Balance due by March 1st, 2010. If you love yoga, wine, chocolate, massage and good home cooked vegetarian food and relaxation this weekend is for you!!
The Studio Hall Based on the geometrics of the golden mean spiral, the Sadhna Hall is decorated with antique Tibetan furniture, and features a grand fireplace lined with hand crafted tiles and crowned with a mural by artist Michael Brown. More about the rooms & property: Private Room The main house has a private bedroom which is located downstairs and has a queen size bed and a claw foot tub and fireplace. It offers privacy for a couple. The Sleeping Porches Based on the belief that it was healthy to sleep outdoors, homes built at the turn of the century were sometimes constructed with screened in sleeping porches. There are three such porches. All three porches are covered by the roof of the main house and screened for comfort. Because of the giant oaks that surround them, they have the feeling of sleeping in a tree house. They sleep one to two people each, and one of the porches is weatherized and heated in the winter for the cooler temperatures. The Chumash sleeping porch is winterized and has two single beds. The Kinder Room sleeping porch has one single bed and is adjacent to the upstairs observations deck (see photo). The Alaya sleeping porch has two beds and is not winterized. The Kinder Room The upper floor of the Pratt House also includes a second large bedroom with its own entry from the hallway, three twin size beds, its own grand fireplace, and a screened sleeping porch leading to the upper veranda. The room is appointed in the warm and simple manner of the rest of the house, and shares a full bathroom with the adjoining Alaya Master Bedroom. Kitchen Veranda Echoing the synergy and balance with nature that is the Greene brothers' hallmark, THE VERANDA is partially covered by long sweeping eaves, and partially open to the warm sunshine streaming through the trees at various times of the day. There are three large tables and the patio will seat over 40. Their notable use of "clinker" bricks as the top facing for the surrounding walls, as well as planters and rail posts gives the porches a rugged, yet natural feeling that has withstood the test of time for nearly a century. A koi pond is encircled by the half moon of the veranda. The gentle sounds of the falling water help to create a peaceful ambiance as one takes in the natural beauty of the surrounding gardens and mountains. The Great Room The Dining Room A most unique space in the home, the dining room is a gem of Arts and Crafts architecture. The room is constructed with four different types of wood (redwood, Port Orford cedar, maple, and fir). The majestic ceiling rises to 15 feet, accentuating the dramatic lighting fixture designed by Greene and Greene and created by Tiffany Studios. Hand-made with rubies and jade from Mary Pratt's gem collection, the hanging fixture emulates a Chinese paper lantern with it's delicate simplicity. Built-in cabinets with clear glass panels display an impressive collection of period ceramics and stemware. From the rich tones of the woodwork to the fireplace framed by finely laid brickwork, the warmth of this elegant and intimate room is easily felt. East Gardens and Outdoor Firepit The Lavender gardens feature an abundance of lavender and aloe plants. In the midst of the gardens is a rugged outdoor firepit that was excavated next to a large boulder-- providing a cozy spot to sit and talk, or silently enjoy the warm, hypnotic dance of flames on cool evenings. The excavation uncovered many Chumash Indian hand tools used at this very spot where they too once gathered. These tools are on display in the main house. The estate and the encompassing Stewart Canyon are registared Chumash Indian archeolgoical sites Kitchen and Orchard For those who appreciate the fruits of the earth, an organic vegetable and herb garden flourishes in a 3-level terraced bed. In addition, the scent of blossoming orange, lemon, grapefruit, and guava compliment the budding seedfruit of apricot, pomegranate, almond, nectarine and fig trees in the orchard. Hand-laid stones tumbled smooth over the ages below line the contemplative walkways that wind through the gardens. Clorine Free Swimming Pool and Hot Tub The pool and hot tub are custom-built to match the style of the early 1900s, and are both bordered and accented with natural rock from the barranca. Paths of hand-laid stone lead into the swimming area from two entryways, while banana trees and aromatic flowers cover the surrounding wrought-iron fence, offering both privacy and sensory delight at all hours. The Great Lawn and Dhyana Platform Rolling downhill from the south of the house, a large expanse of manicured grass stretches between the pool and the vineyard. Now bordered by a hand-laid stone pathway, this space was undoubtedly well-used when the Pratt's had gatherings larger than their home and its generous porches could accommodate. At the base of the great lawn and framed by hundred year old oaks is the Dhyana Platform. Organic Vineyard and Winery Using natural compost and wildflower cover crops, the small certified organic vineyard produces five different types of grapes- Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Viognier. The Kiva Designed by artist Skip Shuckman and Bill Moses, The kiva serves as a sacred place to commune with the natural elements. Traditionally, kivas were used in Native American cultures as a community gathering place, to discuss issues in a circle format, to heat stones for a sweatlodge, or to sit in silence around a communal hearth. With a seasonal creek flowing alongside the kiva, it's head-high stone walls, ceiling open to the sky, and unrefined beauty, the kiva is a fitting meditation on the interrelation of the elements. Hiking Trails Casa Barranca's 54 acres are traversed by the Pratt Trail which leads into the adjacent Los Padres National Forest. With a network of connecting trails accommodating both novice and experienced hikers alike, the Chumash archaeological area offers breathtaking views of the Ojai valley, its natural landmarks, and surrounding mountains, canyons, and waterways. Yurt For the adventurous. It has 6 single futon beds and reminds you of summer camp. There is a shared bathroom and shower within walking distance. Private Tea House There are 4 tea houses scattered across the estate which are fully screened in and equipped with electricity. Three of the tea houses have 2 single beds each and one has a queen bed for a couple. These rooms share the nearby pool-house bathrooms and shower. Private Earth Lodge The private sanctuary is secluded a short walk away from the main house. It is rustic and has an outdoor shower sink and it's own outdoor composting outhouse. This choice is great for a couple or threesome who appreciates nature and privacy. Private Artist's Studio Located near the front of the property near the grapevines. It has it's own toilet and shower and two large single beds perfect for a couple or close friends. Sleeping Porches There are three rooms in the main house which have totally enclosed sleeping porches attached which allow you to sleep outdoor without leaving the main house. Bathrooms are shared with the attached rooms. Shared Bedrooms Comfort in the arts and crafts style in the main house. There are 4 bedrooms sleeping 3 or 4 each. Perfect for a group of friends. Private Master Perfect For Couple (1 Available) (The pricing is per person even if you are sharing a room with someone) |
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