Farfalla Viola is a counter-melodic sanctuary in Sardinia where we like to turn things upside down

Here, we invite you to un-learn what you’ve been taught - that life can be simpler. We host retreats, work one-on-one with clients, welcome volunteers, experiment with co-living and offer artist residencies. At the Viola we savor the rawness of life: adventure, pain, laughs, dance, tears, nature, commitment, transforming trauma, wilderness and diving deep..

Here, we value:

  • Silence alongside big ideas and conversations.

  • Interconnected learning between generations, elders from the young and vice versa.

  • Energy work with scientific principles.

  • Truth and humor.

  • Deep work & play, entrepreneurship, ice baths, nature swims, sauna

  • Movement and physical expression as a means of connection.

  • Owning emotions and direct communication.

  • Holding labels loosely.

  • Agriculture and animals: Farming, caring for donkeys, bees, and more.

Our home and land

Our home is a safe sanctuary in Northern Sardinia just outside the quaint town of Tempio Pausania. We have:

  • 3 acres of forested land full of wild beauty, boulders and fruit trees

  • 3 bell tents and a lot of camping space

  • 2 living rooms, each with its own fireplace

  • a fully equipped kitchen

  • 2 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms

  • a spacious yoga studio for movement or hosting events

  • 4 pet cats and 3 dogs

Have you ever wanted…

… to take the time to write your book? Join us and start writing that book!

… to let your painting flow freely? Tune in and unleash that creative flow!

… to hone your woodworking skills? We have a variety of trees & wood on the land—bring your talents!

… to write your next album with your bandmates and play music day or night? You've found the perfect spot!

… to practice your shamanistic skills? Connect here with Earth, Water, Fire, and Air.

… to try out your bushcraft ideas? Come solo or bring a group to our 3 hectares of land!

… to boost your nervous system? Share your wishes and hack your bio!

… to test your leadership abilities? Bring your team and discover great mutual power!

… to awaken your talent? Bring your talent to life in a safe, supportive environment!

We value

Building habits

Lifelong vitality

Energy release

Biohacking

Cultural variety

Being silly

Delicious food

Immune boosting

Intergenerational learning

Wild harmony

Punctuality

Building habits • Lifelong vitality • Energy release • Biohacking • Cultural variety • Being silly • Delicious food • Immune boosting • Intergenerational learning • Wild harmony • Punctuality •

Our family-run project blends neuroplasticity, grounded spirituality, entrepreneurship, agriculture and embodying your truth in a playful and deep manner

Farfalla Viola is a family business, safeguarded by Juliette (56) and Lars (55) together with our animals, amazing volunteers, worldwide guests & Sardinian locals

Our son Sam (26) works with the Viola as an external business consultant, supporting the project from The Netherlands, hosting events here and helping keep the family harmony alive from afar and on sight.

Return to your true self

It’s easy to say, but simply relaxing on vacation often isn’t enough to truly reconnect with yourself. More often than not, it’s a tailor-made journey that leads you to experience what really transforms and empowers you. Sometimes that means rest, and sometimes it’s about action. Sometimes it’s learning something new, or perhaps it’s discovering something very old within yourself; inviting un-learning. We make it possible for you to walk your path with us. The place, the environment, and often the exact right people will be present to offer that missing piece you need to find peace, kindness, and strength to reconnect with yourself and the world around you.

Nearby adventures

We’re located:

  • 15 mins from mountain lakes & hiking trails

  • 30–40 mins from Sardinia’s beautiful beaches in all directions

  • With the added energy of five crossing ley lines and over 7,000 power spots, including Nuraghe water temples and giant tombs.

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