Unwind into winter wellness: Spa day bliss at The Retreat
A true sanctuary, The Retreat spa at Matfen Hall envelops you with warmth, wellness and harmony from the moment you step inside. Breathe in peace, quiet and time to yourself in our sunlit pool and luxury thermal suite – the perfect way to find balance and re-energise ahead of the festive season.
And with blissful spa rituals tailored to your individual wellness, escape the winter rush, come in from the cold and feel tension melt away with a Retreat Day.
Step into serenity
Put the world on silent, escape from the everyday and transport yourself to a state of perfect serenity at our tranquil spa.
Arrive to a welcome drink, nestle into a cosy complimentary robe and settle into our spa lounge to sip, browse a menu of rituals and treatments and consider the delicious prospect of a day committed entirely to your wellbeing and relaxation. Our expert consultants are on hand to discuss and discover the perfect skincare or wellness treatment, uniquely tailored to your needs.
Find Your Inner Glow
Our exclusive menu of treatments from luxury partners, Natura Bisse and Germaine de Capuccini have been carefully curated to nourish, rejuvenate, energise and relax the mind, body and spirit. Explore from a selection of innovative and indulgent facials, massages and spa rituals to find your experience of choice.
The perfect way to prepare for the cold winter months, our Warming Mediterranean and Rose Skin-Zen Body and Face Ritual pairs massage with skincare to offer 90 minutes of soothing, sensory relaxation. Unwind with a candle massage using anti-oxidant-rich lavender, olive or citrus oil before nourishing and hydrating stressed, winter skin with a Rose Skin-Zen Facial.
Energise and Nourish
After your blissful spa ritual, it’s time for a spot of lunch in our serene lounge. Sit down and savour time to indulge in a decadent afternoon tea of two-course seasonal lunch. When you’re ready (there’s never any need to rush in The Retreat), the rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy in our spa sanctuary.
Unwind Poolside
Ready for some you-time? Head to the pool to sink into a squashy poolside longer with a magazine and absolutely no worries. Sit back, cocooned in your snuggly robe and watch the pale winter sun dance on the water of our 15m swimming pool – illuminated by a radiant glass ceiling.
Or slip into the water for a refreshing swim, the perfect gentle exercise to energise and balance the mind and body.
Soothe and Invigorate
Soothe post-swim muscles in our poolside thermal suite. From a jacuzzi, traditional sauna and steam room to a gentle aromatherapy room, monsoon shower, ice fountain and ice bucket shower – invigorate, refresh and relax from head to toe.
Time to Relax
Continue your day of relaxation after leaving The Retreat with a winter stroll around the 300-acre gardens and grounds of Matfen Hall. Crunch through snow and frosted leaves to meet native wildlife in our mature woodland, breathe in crisp, iced air and bask in the copper light of the setting sun as it gilds the Northumbrian landscape.
Why not extend your spa escape with an overnight stay? Escape everyday stresses and enjoy even more time to relax and rediscover yourself in 5 star luxury at our historic estate, the UK’s Best Countryside Hotel.