INHALE
Breathe in possibility, presence and permission to be exactly where you are. Let go of the need to have all the answers.
PAUSE
In the stillness, reconnect with yourself. Rest. Reflect. Listen to what your heart has been trying to say.
EXHALE
Release the tension you've been carrying. Let your shoulders soften, your nervous system settle and your heart remember what it feels like to rest.
There is a particular kind of tired that
sleep doesn't fix.
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The kind that lives in your shoulders.
Your jaw.
The back of your eyes.
The kind that doesn't disappear after a good night's sleep or a weekend away.
It needs something deeper.
It needs permission.
The Long Exhale is that permission.
Nestled amongst the lush rainforest of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, this intimate women's retreat offers four days to rest, reconnect and remember who you are beneath the expectations, responsibilities and endless doing.
Over these four days we slow all the way down.
We breathe.
We rest.
We laugh.
We cry.
We soften.
We remember.
What Awaits You
Across the weekend, you'll be gently guided through experiences designed to nourish your mind, body and soul.
→ Yoga & Mindfulness
→ Breathwork & Meditation
→ Sound Healing & Deep Restoration
→ Sacred Cacao Ceremony
→ Women's Circles & Meaningful Connection
→ Guest Speakers, Wisdom & Inspiration
→ Laughter, Joy & Real Human Connection
→ Nourishing Meals by Wild Earth Kitchen
→ Plenty of Space to Rest, Reflect and Simply Be
And so much more.
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The Venue
Monty's House, Montville
Nestled in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and just moments from the ancient rainforest of Kondalilla Falls, Monty's House offers the perfect setting to slow down and reconnect.
Is This Retreat For You?Â
This retreat may feel like a quiet yes in your body if…
You’ve been holding so much for so long that you’ve forgotten what it feels like to be held.
You are the one everyone relies on, and somewhere along the way, you learned to put yourself last.
You find it hard to truly slow down… and when you do, guilt has a way of creeping in.
You’re craving depth. Real connection. Conversations that go beyond the surface and women who truly see you.
Your nervous system feels full, tender, or stretched — and you’re longing for somewhere it can finally soften.
You’re ready to choose yourself again… not as a luxury, but as a necessity.
And deep down, you long for rest that isn’t something you have to earn.
You don’t need to be good at anything to be here.
You don’t need to know how to meditate, or have a spiritual practice, or be in any particular “place” in your life.
You don’t need to arrive as anything other than you.
Just as you are.
Tired. Open. Curious. Ready.
That is enough.Â
What Your Long Exhale Retreat Includes
- 3 nights, 4 days at beautiful Monty's House in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
- Accommodation in your chosen room type (private, twin share or triple share)
- Nourishing meals by Wild Earth Kitchen, including morning and afternoon tea, with dietary requirements catered for
- Breathwork and meditation experiences to support nervous system regulation and inner calm
- Sound healing and restorative practices for deep rest and renewal
- Sacred cacao ceremony and heartfelt women's circles
- Guest facilitators and soul-nourishing workshops
- Time to rest, reflect and reconnect, with opportunities for rainforest walks and nature immersion
- An intimate circle of like-hearted women and meaningful connection
- Tools and practices to support your wellbeing long after the retreat ends
- A deeply restorative weekend of rest, laughter, reflection and remembrance
- Access to Sauna and plunge pool
What To Pack
- Comfortable clothing for yoga, relaxation and healing sessions
- Walking shoes for exploring the beautiful Hinterland surroundings
- Swimwear if you'd like to enjoy the plunge pool
- A cosy layer for cooler evenings in Montville
- Any personal items or medications you may require during your stay
- An open heart and a willingness to receive
I've got the rest covered.
Accommodation Options
( PLEASE NOTE: MULTIPLE PAYMENT PLANS ARE AVAILABLE )
PRIVATE ROOMÂ
- One luxurious super king bed
- Private ensuite bathroom
- Eco-friendly linen and towels provided
- Temperature-controlled room for year-round comfort
- A peaceful sanctuary to fully rest and recharge
2 BEDSÂ AVAILABLE $2300 P/P
BOOK THIS ROOMTWIN SHAREÂ ROOMÂ
- Two comfortable long single beds
- Shared bathroom facilities
- Eco-friendly linen and towels provided
- Temperature-controlled room for year-round comfort
- The perfect balance of connection and personal space
4Â BEDSÂ AVAILABLE $2050 P/P
BOOK THIS ROOMTRIPLEÂ SHAREÂ ROOMÂ
- Three comfortable long single beds
- Shared bathroom facilities
- Eco-friendly linen and towels provided
- Temperature-controlled room for year-round comfort
- A warm and welcoming space to connect with like-hearted women
9Â BEDSÂ AVAILABLE $1950Â P/P
BOOK THIS ROOMTo book your room, enquire about pricing, or discuss payment plan options, please reach out to Rashi:
Email: rashicottrell@gmail.com
Phone: 0401 606 031
Spaces are limited and this retreat is intimate by design. We encourage you to secure your place early to allow plenty of time for flexible payment options.
A Final Invitation
What would happen if you stopped waiting until burnout to rest?
What if you allowed yourself to receive support before reaching breaking point?
What if, for just one weekend, you let someone else hold the space?
The Long Exhale isn't about becoming someone new.
It's about coming home to the woman you've always been.
Enquire now to receive pricing, accommodation options and secure your place.
Your inhale can wait.
For now, let this be your long exhale.
Meet Your Facilitator
Rashida Cottrell, (Rashi) is co-founder of Stretch and Flow Academy. She is a qualified pharmacist, yoga teacher, sound healer, reiki practitioner, mindfulness coach and transformational facilitator who lives on the Sunshine Coast with her husband and 6 children.
Rashi powerfully combines both Eastern and Western principals to help women reclaim their Peace, Passion, and Purpose. Her unique approach is the first of its kind, where spirituality meets science. Rashi has brought these profound two modalities together to facilitate deep transformation with a tremendous amount of people to help them break free from the striving and struggle that has been keeping them stuck, fearful and in survival mode.
Rashi brings soft, feminine, nurturing energy to her teachings and believes that when we allow the alchemy of all the teachings, this is when the magic happens.Â
