Samhain Retreat Venue

Slow living in nature immersion! A few miles away from Melrose, nestled beneath trees just below the legendary Eildon Hills in the Scottish Borders, Roulotte Retreat offers you the chance to escape…. Stay in a beautiful, unique bohemian shepherd hut in a wildflower meadow. Highly stylised, en suite, and with kitchenette - and options for additional amenities, such as wood stove, sauna, hot tubs, copper baths. Here are the Roulottes:

Devanna: Original style roulotte bed with cupboards below offer luxurious comfort in an Indian style with peacock and paisley design. Be warmed by the stainless steel shower and heat from wood-burning stove and electric radiators. Devanna roulotte has her own wooden hot tub (optional use: £115 for the retreat stay, in addition to retreat cost). 1-2 people.

Karlotta: Cosy up in front of the wood burning stove or sprawl on the hand crafted Indian carpet which adorns the wooden floor. Karlotta boasts magnificently carved in art deco style with Celtic knot work designs entwined with horses, flowers and foliage and has a lovely view on to the meadow. Be bold in this French roulotte enveloped by rich purples, reds and golds with the essence of Morocco. 1-2 people.

Gitana: Beautifully coloured butterfly windows filter the morning and evening light in this magical space with carvings in walnut of wild strawberries, hidden fairies creating magic, butterflies and leaping hares. Gitana has her own Indian deep copper outdoor tub heated by wood burning stove for an enhanced wellbeing experience (optional use: £115 for the retreat stay, in addition to retreat cost). 1-2 people.

Maharani: Beautifully painted in rich purple and greens with silk sari curtains and velvet throws, Maharani and her elephant carvings await you, with her very own wood fired eco sauna (optional use: £115 for the retreat stay, in addition to retreat cost). Relax and watch the wildlife in the meadow through the panorama window and enjoy star gazing whilst being warm. 1-2 people.

Zenaya: This 'ZEN' style roulotte, adorned in reds, charcoal and shades of gold, is tucked away in the far corner of the meadow, with a secret outdoor wood fired copper bath tub nestling alongside to indulge your yearning for relaxation (optional use: £115 for the retreat stay, in addition to retreat cost). 1-2 people.

Shivanni: Himalayan in influence, this roulotte will delight you with a beautiful salon, complete with Indian daybed and wood burning stove, bedroom, kitchen area and exquisite shower. As her name suggests, Shivanni is adorned with carvings of ancient India and resplendent in shades of blue, ochre, and gold. 1-2 people.

Rosa Bella: Bohemian salon bedecked with lace curtains in front of the wood burning stove and double alcove bed complete with colourful drapes. Enjoy the deep jewel colours of lapis lazuli, turquoise, ruby, garnet, and gold in this spacious Dutch Roulotte, boasting roulotte beds with cupboards below to offer luxurious comfort and a wet-room with shower. 2-4 people (or extra cost for one person if prefer bigger space and no sharing).

Ruby: Bowtop Romany caravan that will delight you with magic and tranquillity to offer space and timelessness where you can enjoy sleeping under the stars and travel without travelling. 1 person.

* Please note that every effort will be made to match you with your desired roulotte, but we cannot guarantee, so please reserve soon to avoid disappointment.

Nourishment

Breakfasts, lunches, afternoon cakes, and 2-course dinners provided for you during the retreat to comfort your body and mind. Tea and coffee making facilities available in your roulotte. All food is vegetarian with vegan and gluten-free options. Please let us know of any allergies when booking. Delia Job, local chef and independent small business owner, will take care of us with creative, delicious meals. Check out her Facebook / Instagram: @thejammycook