welcome to el refugio
a Boutique Retreat & Workshop Destination | Okanagan, B.C.
welcome to El Refugio
a Boutique Retreat & Workshop Destination | Okanagan, B.C.
As a facilitator, you know that the "container" is just as important as the content. El Refugio is a masterfully converted barn sanctuary designed specifically to hold the depth, intimacy, and transformation of your next retreat or workshop.
Tucked into the heart of the Okanagan landscape, El Refugio offers the rare balance of secluded stillness and effortless accessibility. It is a place where your students can truly drop in—moving away from the noise of the world and into the restorative frequency of nature.
The Space: Grounded & Expansive
Our thoughtfully restored barn blends rustic character with modern refinement. It is a space designed for somatic movement, deep inquiry, and communal connection. With a warm, grounding aesthetic, El Refugio serves as a blank canvas for your unique vision—whether that is a high-intensity leadership intensive or a quiet, contemplative meditation retreat.
Location & Logistics: The Best of the Okanagan
We’ve removed the friction from the retreat experience, allowing you to focus entirely on your guests:
Seamless Arrivals: Just minutes from the Kelowna International Airport, making it easy for out-of-province attendees.
Nature as Your Classroom: Immediate access to endless hiking trails and two stunning lakes for sunrise ceremonies or sunset reflections.
Year-Round Versatility: Perfectly positioned between two world-class ski resorts for winter immersions and surrounded by renowned golf and wellness offerings for summer resets.
In-person and remote options
Our office is conveniently located in Manhattan. A place to gather, grow, and reconnect.
Our Services
Explore our range of services designed to help you move forward with confidence, wherever you're headed next.
Meet the Team
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Monet Goode
FOUNDER
With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience.
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Emmett Marsh
SALES MANAGER
Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care. -
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Eleanor Parks
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience. -
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Karl Holland
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
Friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.
