Terrace and lounge view at The Seed Habitat

Host Your Retreat at The Seed

Private Estate in Lake Atitlan · Exclusive Use · On-Site Operational Support

A Fully Private Retreat Environment

When you host at The Seed, the entire estate is reserved exclusively for your group. No outside guests. No shared spaces. No operational overlap.

  • Minimum group size: 7 participants
  • Maximum capacity: 16 guests

We provide the infrastructure, coordination, and on-site team required to run your retreat smoothly, so you can focus entirely on leading your group.

Choose Your Hosting Approach

We offer two retreat hosting models depending on how much planning partnership and on-site involvement you want.

Both models include exclusive use of the estate and full privacy for your group.

Essential Retreat Hosting

For experienced retreat leaders who want a private, professionally managed venue with reliable operational support.

We provide the infrastructure. You lead and structure the retreat.

Includes

  • Exclusive use of the estate (7-16 guests)
  • Accommodation across three homes
  • Three daily vegetarian, farm-to-table meals
  • Rooftop yoga shala and communal spaces
  • One complimentary temazcal experience
  • On-site retreat coordinator
  • Core logistical support (meals, staffing, scheduling flow)
  • Transfer coordination

Designed for

Leaders who already have their retreat structure, guest communications, and internal planning systems in place.

Fully Supported Retreat Hosting

For leaders who want collaborative planning and deeper operational partnership.

We work alongside you before and during the retreat to design flow, timing, and the overall guest experience.

Includes everything in Essential, plus

  • Everything in Essential Retreat Hosting
  • Retreat flow and itinerary co-design
  • Structured planning calls and timeline mapping
  • Guest communication templates and onboarding support
  • Add-on curation and practitioner scheduling
  • Expanded on-site coordination presence
  • Daily temazcal and cold plunge access
  • Opening and closing fire ceremonies
  • Social media amplification support

Designed for

First-time hosts, ceremonial retreats, or leaders who want to minimize pre-retreat workload and focus entirely on facilitation.

What Sets The Seed Apart

Hosting at The Seed is not just about securing a venue. It is about having a reliable local partner and operational infrastructure that allows you to focus fully on your group, from planning to farewell.

Operational clarity

We handle logistics so you can lead.

Burnout prevention

Meals, transport, staffing, and scheduling are managed for you.

Experienced support

Our team has hosted retreats for years with structured systems in place.

Exclusive privacy

The estate is fully reserved for your group.

This is a controlled retreat environment, not a shared villa or casual rental.

Specialty Curated Experiences

We coordinate a range of specialty curated experiences through trusted local practitioners. These offerings can be integrated into your retreat schedule and are managed entirely by our team.

Ceremonial Offerings

Lake Atitlan is home to a living Mayan ceremonial tradition. Fire and cacao ceremonies can be arranged with experienced Ajq'ijab, offering a grounded and respectful way to engage with local cosmovision and ancestral practices.

  • Mayan Fire Ceremony
  • Cacao Ceremony
  • Mayan Temazcal Ceremony
  • Psilocybin Ceremony (facilitator-led, available upon request)
Yoga mats arranged in a retreat practice space

Wellness, Nature, and Food Philosophy

Wellness & Therapeutic Sessions

  • Private yoga, meditation, and breathwork
  • Various forms of therapeutic and relaxation massage
  • Chinese medicine tools and techniques used for release and balance
  • Conscious movement and nervous system-based practices

Nature & Cultural Experiences

  • Forest bathing and guided nature immersion
  • Village visits and artisan encounters
  • Lake excursions and nearby exploration

Food Philosophy

Meals at The Seed are prepared using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, many grown on-site or sourced from nearby farms. Our kitchen focuses on nourishment, digestibility, and supporting the physical and energetic demands of retreat work.

Kitchen staff preparing fresh meals for a retreat

Want to integrate these into your retreat?

We'll help you design the right mix for your group.

Tell Us About Your Retreat

Frequently Asked Questions

What group size can you host?

Retreat Hosting is designed for 7-16 guests. If your group is smaller, a curated or signature retreat format may be a better fit.

Is the estate fully private for our retreat?

Yes. The entire property is reserved exclusively for your group. No outside guests and no shared spaces.

What's the difference between Essential and Fully Supported?

Essential provides a professional venue and core operational support. Fully Supported adds collaborative planning, expanded coordination, and programming support.

Can we include ceremonies or wellness practitioners?

Yes. We coordinate ceremonies and wellness add-ons with cultural respect and logistical ease.

Do you help with transport and transfers?

Yes. We coordinate transfers from Guatemala City, including ground and boat logistics. Expanded coordination can also include local transportation support if needed.

Can we bring our own team?

Yes. You are welcome to bring assistants, co-facilitators, photographers, or support staff.

With 7 paying participants, one retreat leader is hosted by us.
With 12 paying participants, one additional co-facilitator is also hosted.

Team accommodation details are aligned during planning.

Ready to Host Your Retreat at The Seed?

We'd love to explore your vision, group size, and preferred dates.