48 Nov22679 Wellness Retreat of theYear 2023 – Essex Glass House Detox and Wellness Retreat is completely tailor-made to provide an experience quite unlike any other. We find out more in the wake of it being recognised in the Leaders of Luxury Awards 2023. Existing to help its guests to live a healthier, fitter, and more relaxed life, whilst enjoying top fitness facilities and classes, spa treatments and nutrition, Glass House Detox and Wellness Retreat (Glass House Retreat) is situated less than an hour away from central London, amongst seven acres of lush Essex countryside. “It’s rural, quiet, and we offer a pure detox, fitness and a plant-based diet experience,” explains General Manager Mericia Chapman. “There’s no distractions, temptations, or guilt. It’s a journey, which will improve your life.” From the moment guests arrive at the retreat radiates wellness, with ground-to-ceiling sheets of crystal-clear glass allowing a flood of natural light. As it’s an eco-friendly build, the retreat is complemented by solar panels, a ground source heat pump, and rainwater recycling technology. Established four years ago by visionary Joy Jarvis, Glass House Retreat accommodates clients from all walks of life, ranging in ages, from individuals to couples to groups, who visit simply for a spa day – or up to a three-week detox stay. With just 21 rooms the retreat is all about quality not quantity, ensuring guests receive a relaxing, beneficial and personal stay. And, with over 50 staff members, a five-star service in all areas can be expected. “Luxury is to meet one’s expectation,” elaborates Mericia. “It is vitally important to know what your guests’ expectations are while staying with you and then going over and beyond in your delivery. Communication is the foundation of a good business. Ensuring all departments are informed of our guests’ objectives during their stay, ensures a memorable visit and returning guests.” As a team of skilled individuals with one common goal, the guests leave with a new sense of direction in their life and a spring in their step. Selfcare is very much the focus at Glass House Retreat, with a mindset that promotes personal growth. Divided into three main departments, the retreat offers a complete rejuvenation package. There is the opportunity to RELAX at the spa; RENEW with the entirely plant-based, vegan cuisine; and REBUILD with the wellness team. “We focus on both body and mind wellness with each of our guests,” Mericia continues. “Our retreat comprises of our wellness team of personal trainers, councillors and mindfulness coaches.” Glass House Retreat is constantly striving to be a leader in the industry and has several unique treatments and therapy rooms that are not commonly found at your typical spa hotel, with classes like Ariel Yoga and Sound Bath Therapy which have served to be very popular. More innovative features include a natural swimming pond, heated and filtered without chemicals which is kinder to the skin and wildlife. Then there is the ground-breaking treatment, popular with top athletes, in the form of the Cryotherapy Chamber which exposes the body to intense cold for remarkable results, including cellular regeneration, heightened oxygen absorption, and fat burning. “We also offer a service called The Listening Room, which is a safe space for clients to talk to a member of our wellness team about issues they are experiencing. We operate a non-judgmental service where clients are free to be open and explore their thoughts and feelings. Talking through issues that are weighing us down, no matter how seemly small, can open us up to new experiences and opportunities.” Another unique aspect of the retreat is that it caters to all intolerances and allergies, with guests filling out a consultation form along with an allergen and intolerance form on check-in so that all treatments and dishes can be tailored to the individual. As a hotel which opened its doors just before a pandemic, the company is immensely proud to be operating at a high occupancy. Being surrounded by amazing scenery, meaning it has been used for various TV shows, has contributed to its awareness and it has become an extremely popular destination for celebrities to escape the ‘real world.’ The retreat also sees its fair share of social media influencers, some of which have accessibility requirements, who have documented their stays and how well their needs have been accommodated, which has generated a buzz in the social media sphere, resulting in an increase in visitors and some great online feedback on sites such as TripAdvisor and Google. Recently, Glass House Retreat was recognised in the Leaders in Luxury Awards and bestowed with the prestigious title of Wellness Retreat of the Year 2023 – Essex. With regards to the future, 2023 will see the launch of a new campaign by Glass House Retreat called ‘Redefining Detox,’ the aim of which is to change people’s mindset from the basic understanding of the word ‘detox’ – which is often related to food – and make them see that ‘detox’ in fact relates to removing anything negative that no longer serves them as a person. Here’s to another successful year! Contact: Mericia Chapman Company: Glass House Retreat Web Address: www.glasshouseretreat.co.uk
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