Private Retreat in
Costa Rica
A Sacred Space for Your Transformation
This is an invitation to step away from the noise of everyday life and into a deeply immersive, one-on-one retreat experience, lovingly guided by Melanie Elkin and Stephanie Paver.
Through our time together in Nosara, Costa Rica, you will be held in a personalized retreat experience that supports your unique path of transformation.
Together, we offer a depth of care and presence where you can slow down, nourish, and take time just for you – especially if you’ve been moving through change, feeling uncertain, or sensing there’s something within you that wants to emerge.
This is not just time away, it is an intentional space for you to reconnect with yourself, to be present with what is emerging, and to receive the guidance and practices that will carry you forward. Our intention is that you will return home with a greater sense of clarity, embodiment, and trust in your journey.
In these one-on-one retreats, we create a deeply intimate, soul-filled experience that invites you to remember the truth of who you are.
Come home to yourself.
There is a deep intelligence within you, a knowing that speaks through the language of your body and the rhythms of the Earth. It has always been there, though it can become quieted by the pace of life, the noise of the world, or the disorientation that comes with change.
Many women who arrive here have spent years quietly wondering who could truly hold them. They are deep feelers who move through life with a depth that has rarely been met or understood – often sensing more, feeling more, and carrying more than the world around them knows how to receive. The surface has never quite fit, and something within them has always refused to be rushed, minimized, or silenced.
This retreat offers a space where that depth is not something to manage or fix, but something to be honored, trusted, and held with care – allowing your full process to unfold in its own timing and wisdom.
If you have been feeling the pull to slow down, to shed, and to reconnect -to the Earth, to your body, and to your soul -this is your invitation to journey into what is most real and true for you.
“Doing this solo women’s retreat in Costa Rica was honestly one of the most meaningful experiences I’ve ever had. I left feeling lighter, more connected to myself, and really supported in a way I didn’t even realize I needed. I would absolutely recommend this retreat to any woman who is looking for deep healing, reconnection, or just a space where she can truly show up as herself and feel held. Stephanie and Melanie created something really special, and I’m so grateful for the experience.” – Alex H
Guided by Melanie Elkin & Stephanie Paver
A Potent, Unified Co-Holding
For over 14 years, I’ve been guiding women through some of the most sacred and transformative moments of life- those threshold times when life as you’ve known it is changing and so much can feel tender, disorienting, or uncertain. The moments that keep you up at night. The moments when you sense something more asking to be held, seen, and embodied, and you know you don’t want to rush or skip over that process. I hold space for the shedding, the pauses, and the emergence of a more embodied, authentic self.
My work is rooted in somatic healing, ritual, intuitive movement practices, and earth-based wisdom, creating intentional spaces where you can slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with what is real, alive, and essential within you.
For this private retreat I feel so excited that Stephanie Paver, MS, RD, joins me as co-host, bringing a deeply attuned and complimentary presence to the space. She is an award-winning dietitian, functional nutrition expert, fertility and hormone specialist, herbal medicine wisdom holder, and feminine embodiment guide. Stephanie bridges science and soul, supporting you in listening to your body as a sacred source of wisdom, healing, and inner authority.
Our distinct gifts and sisterhood weave together into a seamless co-holding that is precise, responsive, and incredibly supportive of your process. We track subtle emotional, somatic, and energetic shifts with care, ensuring nothing is rushed, bypassed, or overlooked. This is what allows the work to deepen naturally and supports you in moving through this moment with presence, clarity, and trust.
Together our partnership elevates the Private Retreat offering for you by creating a unified, and attuned holding that simply isn’t possible with one practitioner alone.
A Space to Be Held. A Space to Grow. A Space to Remember.
For the woman who is ready to show up for herself, intentionally and authentically.
This is for you if:
- You’re in a season of profound change, facing transitions that feel messy, disorienting, or potentially overwhelming.
- You long to reconnect with your intuition, your body, and the earth as a way to reclaim your power and wisdom.
- You yearn to be a fully embodied woman who no longer has to collapse, contract, or perform when her power, depth, or sensitivity comes forward.
- You desire a sacred space to process the endings and new beginnings in your life, guided by a soulful, somatic approach.
- You’re ready to step into the fullness of your expression, without apology, and to live a life that feels deeply aligned with your true nature
- You want to move through the fear of being seen, fear of failure or success, and allow yourself to lead from within, fully aligned with your sacred essence
“I went into this experience knowing I was ready to cross a threshold. What I did not fully understand was how far I would travel – and how deeply they would meet me there.
There is a space practitioners speak about in theory. The place beyond facilitation. Beyond guidance. The place where a woman steps into her full medicine. I watched them step into it. When my journey went deeper than I expected – when it moved into terrain that felt ancestral, cellular, older than my own lifetime – they did not flinch. They did not hesitate. They entered with me. At several points it felt like I was being taken apart and born again – not metaphorically, but viscerally. Releasing grief that did not belong to me. Trauma that felt inherited. Old stories dissolving. Identities unraveling. And yet, underneath it all, there was a field of absolute safety. That is their capacity.
Stephanie and Melanie do not just “hold space.” They become the space. They track energy with a precision that is almost otherworldly, but also deeply grounded. There was no performance. No theatrics. Just presence. Skilled, embodied, sovereign presence. What moves me most is this: they were not overwhelmed by the depth. They did not shrink from it. They rose to meet it. That threshold – the one where many practitioners would subtly pull back – they walked forward.
-Rae Yoon
What Awaits You in This Sacred Experience?
- Four days of a personalized retreat in Costa Rica designed around the specific intentions you have and the areas of your life you want to support right now.
- 4 nights of private lodging During the course of your full immersion you will receive lodging at a beautiful private casita that will be a sanctuary for rest, and also the work we will do together.
- A thoughtfully curated schedule of sessions with us throughout the entire experience Here’s a sample itinerary; however, part of the magic is to attune to what you need and respond to what’s alive in each moment.
Day 1 – Opening afternoon ceremony and ritual, welcoming you here, and setting your intentions for the weekend. Special welcome dinner.
Days 2 & 3- Morning session. Lunch. Sacred solo time. Afternoon session.
Day 4- Morning session. Lunch. Sacred solo time. Afternoon session. Closing celebration dinner.
- All meals included beginning with dinner on Day 1. A mix of private chef-prepared meals and dining at local restaurants.
- Snacks, teas, and coffee
- Complimentary session with another provider to support your journey (such as massage, acupuncture, osteopathy, water therapy, nervous system reset, trauma healing, breathwork).
- A nature adventure
- Our holding and support through this entire process
“It was so important to have dedicated time and space outside of my everyday routine so I could really think without the distractions of work or other people’s opinions. In my day to day, I’m often caught in the grind of the work week, asking friends and family what they think, etc. Having dedicated time for myself, not only gave me space from that, but it also created space for me to deeply think and begin to create a life that felt authentic and aligned to me. How do I want to spend my time? What do I really feel driven by? Without the distractions and opinions, what do I want to be doing with my life? What is truly possible? I truly feel like I came to Costa Rica one person, and left another. It has changed the course of my life.” -Lauren K.
Before & After the Retreat
Your experience begins well before you arrive.
- A thoughtful questionnaire & special 75-minute call with us before you arrive in Costa Rica to prepare for our journey together
- Helpful tips (i.e. airport info, suggestions for drivers, etc. ) in making your trip here as easeful as possible
- Two weeks of Whatsapp integration support following up
Optional Add-Ons
(additional investment)
- Acupuncture
- Astrology reading
- Tarot reading
- If you want to add on extra nights at the airbnb we can coordinate that for you as well
- Organizing a driver for you to and from the airport (the driver fee is not included in the retreat fee and will be your responsibility.)
Giving Back
We believe in giving back to the land that nourishes and supports us; therefore, a small portion of the retreat fee will be donated to an organization that protects the land and its wildlife.
What’s not included
- Airfare
- Transportation to and from Nosara
- Extra nights booked outside of the retreat
Your Investment in Transformation:
This immersive experience is personal and custom-tailored to your needs to create the most meaningful retreat for you
Pricing begins at $7700 for your 4 day 1:1 Immersive Experience (which includes the 4 nights of lodging, and all that you’ve read above). Pricing will be adjusted if you decide to extend your retreat, or add on additional activities. Payment plans are also available (must be completed two weeks prior to the start of retreat).
This space is yours to feel, express, and heal, supported by the nurturing and transformative energies of Costa Rica.
Are you ready to answer the call?
If you are feeling a curiosity, resonance, and are ready to experience a life-changing, soul-embodied retreat, We invite you to connect with us.
We only have 2 remaining spaces open this year, and we’d love to hold space for you on your journey.
Next Step:
You can set up a complimentary, no pressure discovery call to explore this opportunity for you. Click the button below to get started.
***If you are called to have us come to your personalized location, we travel for a select few personalized retreats a year, and we can discuss what that may look like
So much potent transformation can take place when we create the space, conditions, and support to allow for those changes. This retreat is a permission slip – but more than that, it is a space that supports you in offering that permission to yourself.
If you’re ready to embody the next chapter of your life – rooted in the wisdom of your soul, the intelligence of your body, and the guidance of the Earth – we would be honored to walk with you.
Start here, let’s set up a time to connect to see if this is an aligned step for you.
Being together in person helped me better understand the practices, and allowed me to actually feel them in my body instead of just talking about them. I left with a much clearer understanding of how to use those tools in my day-to-day life to support myself. They took care of everything.
Everything felt intentional and supportive. It was absolutely beautiful and felt really spiritual and grounding. Being in nature, with their guidance, allowed me to release and process so much.
Something that really stood out to me was seeing the relationship between Stephanie and Melanie. They truly feel like sisters, and watching two women be so fully themselves, emotionally open, grounded, and full of love for themselves and each other was incredibly healing. It gave me permission to do the same.” A.H.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
This retreat is for women who are in a season of transformation – especially those who have always carried depth and sense that something essential within them is asking to be met, expressed, or reclaimed. It serves women who are navigating change, endings, or initiations, and who no longer want to rush, perform, or contort themselves to move forward. It also serves women who desire to feel deeply connected to themselves, and unapologetic of who they are. If you feel called to slow down, reconnect with your body and intuition, and be held in a space that honors your sensitivity, power, and truth, this retreat is for you.
This retreat is a one-on-one experience to allow for deep personal transformation. However, we are open to a pair of two friends coming, so we can explore more what that would look like. The cost would be adjusted to support those needs.
Integration is just as important as the retreat itself. That’s why we offer:
🌿 Two weeks of follow-up support via email or Whatsapp to help ground your experience into daily life
🌿There are also options to add on private mentorship with us after the experience if you desire extended support.
To begin, fill out a brief form here on this page, so we can get a sense of where you are on your journey. If it feels like the right fit, we’ll schedule a call to connect, discuss your intentions, and design a retreat that is uniquely tailored to you.
Yes! Payment plans are available to make this experience accessible. Let’s connect and find a plan that works for you.
Nosara is beautiful year-round, but the best time depends on what you’re seeking. The dry season (December–April) offers more sunshine, while the green season (May–November) brings lush landscapes and quieter surroundings. Both seasons offer something unique and powerful.
Not at all. This experience is designed to meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re new to this kind of work or deeply familiar, we will create a journey that supports you fully.
The closest airport is Liberia International Airport (LIR), about a 2.5-hour drive from Nosara. You can take a private shuttle, rental car, or domestic flight to Nosara’s small airport. I can help coordinate the best option for you. Note: Airfare and transportation to and from Nosara before the retreat starts is not included.
Yes, absolutely. While private retreats are most often held in Nosara, Costa Rica, we’re happy to travel to you or host the retreat in another location that feels aligned. If the retreat takes place outside of Nosara, the investment will simply adjust to accommodate travel and related logistical costs. We’re always open to exploring what location will best support your experience and are glad to discuss the possibilities with you.
We’d love to connect and answer any questions you have. Feel free to reach out through email melanie@melanieelkin.com or schedule a call to explore if this retreat is aligned for you.