Our Story….
Find out about us and our journey to create Calla Retreat, our dream home and your dream holiday!
Our journey to create Calla Retreat and moving to Bulgaria all started in 2016.
Having both worked in corporate careers in the UK, we decided that we wanted a complete change of lifestyle and escape the heavy rat race of the UK.
Kelly has been an avid yoga practitioner since 2010, attending as many classes as she could between work commitments. She decided to take time away from work and complete her yoga teacher training course in Goa, India. After this she ran regular 1-2-1 classes on weekends with the thought, that one day, we could open a yoga retreat.
Richard’s spiritual connection began at around the age of 14. Having created relationships with various Reiki masters, he decided at the age of 19 he would begin his Reiki journey. Now a Reiki Master Teacher in both Usui and Angelic Reiki principles, Richard is able to help those who would like to start their own Reiki journey and give treatments to those who wish to benefit from it.
After looking around Europe for a couple of years, we finally found our forever home in March 2017, in the village of Vezenkovo, Bulgaria. It was a beautiful plot – right on the edge of a rustic village, that immediately felt like home. With just 2 liveable rooms, we knew that there would be an epic renovation project! But we were ready to get stuck in.
Since then, we have been continually working with the land and the buildings to create a comfortable, quirky and relaxing place. With lots of areas for guests to be able to relax in their own space or enjoy each other’s company.
We are always thinking of new ways to add and improve areas. To create different vibes and add little touches which are entirely unique to Calla Retreat. Each time you visit us, you will notice something different!
We are sure that you will love the area as much as we do!
We look forward to welcoming you as a guest and sharing more stories together.
With blessings.
Kelly and Richard.
