What a beautiful and authentic spa! Loved the feel of the old home turned spa and the warm welcome…read moreI received. Krystal was very intuitive, finding all my challenging spots in my 90 minute massage in one of the most beautiful salt rooms I've ever been in. Highly recommend!

Love the vibe, staff and facility. The gazebo massage was so relaxing and beautiful experience…read more Nothing better than having a massage surrounded by nature.

Jenn gave me an amazing massage. I don't even usually write reviews, but it was so good that I had…read moreto. I want everyone to know how awesome it was. I came to her with a headache that I had had for two days, and I left floating and pain free. Thank you Jenn!

Jennifer Jacobsen is simply the best massage therapist I've seen and I've visited many. Her…read morebreadth of knowledge, the various modalities she uses, her insight into nutrition, essential oils, Ayurveda, yoga, anatomy, and muscle function all combine to provide a very healing experience. You will not be disappointed.

For some time now, I have needed to de-stress and energize. I arrived on Friday at noon and was…read morewelcomed by Jose who did not just check me in, but rather took the time to understand what I was looking for. He showed me around and took me to my room to settle in. The room was cozy and spotlessly clean. At 1 PM I went to the dining room for lunch, where I met other guests who had arrived a few days before me. Everyone was so welcoming. Lunch was delicious and quite filling. At 2 PM I had my first treatment with Melba. I had chosen the Rest & Relaxation Retreat and I loved every second of my massage, the Nasya and that day I had the steam. I learned the steam, where I was very comfortable, was detoxing me. What a wonderful feeling! That evening I had yoga with Emily. A sweet, beautiful young lady. It was my first time doing yoga and she was so patient, letting me know she wanted me to feel comfortable performing the poses. After the class I felt so accomplished and then it was time for dinner. Again, an amazing meal. I did not feel full but did feel very satisfied. I slept so well that night I missed my yoga class at 8 am. Really wish I hadn't overslept or at least had set the alarm clock. Emily also taught that class. I was able to join her and the other guests for breakfast. My second treatment was with Malati. Like Melba, Malati took her time with my massage. I love the oils and my ability to relax with not a care in the world. This time I chose the warm oil drip. Not kidding! Out of this world! That evening we had our cooking class. Eula was amazing, teaching us every step of making 5 dishes. She explained the process, the herbs and we were lucky they have their own herb garden. We each had a dish to make but we all helped each other. Although we were all strangers, the ambiance promoted comradery and a feeling of being with family. I included a picture of us after we prepared our meal. Did I mention the unlimited tea? Another amazing nights sleep! This is huge for me because I had been having problems sleeping for a couple of months. Don't know if it was due to the food, yoga or my massages but I slept undisturbed and woke up feeling refreshed and energized. That morning I was able to make the yoga class at 8 AM. To my surprise, our instructor was Richard, who founded this retreat in 2001. Richard worked us through meditation, stretches, yoga poses and guided us to chakra meditation. He played guitar and sang to us uplifting melodies that touched my soul. I am so glad I finally took a step towards my well-being. I learned so much about peace and harmony and how to make it a part of my existence. I have been meditating every morning since and my days are filled with affinity I didn't know was in me. Thank You my Ayurveda Health Retreat family! I hope to come back soon. I loved every moment and I want to tell the world! Cooking class Saturday night with friends!

I signed up to spend Thanksgiving at the Ayurveda Health Retreat, feeling generally depleted in…read morelife. I didn't know what to expect or how exactly this week would rejuvenate me but my experience here transcended any expectations one could have. The loving and nurturing environment at the center calms your nervous system and it feels like you're wrapped in a warm hug the entire time you're there. From every interaction with staff members, to each treatment I received, the attendees and conversations - everything felt like it was addressing the needs of my soul and body both. The highlight was the incredibly nourishing and tasty meals - I hadn't known food that is good for your body can also be so yummy. There may be many such "retreat" options, and before arriving here I had thought I'd explore different options the next time. But I am already signed up to return to this center because the more intimate setting feels like you're being taken care of by family, with the sincerest focus on your health and well-being (there is no pressures of up-sells and add-ons, but they are all there if you need it). After returning home, I have been able to continually move towards cooking and enjoying healthier meals -- instead of a temporary diet, I see this now as a way of life. This transformation took place not just for physical health, but the inflections that took place for my personal growth journey have also created a lasting impact. This retreat wasn't a "break" from life but rather a "realignment" in life.

Great selection of western and Chinese herbs... the staff are super helpful with explaining…read morebenefits of certain products... my favorite mixed tea is Tonic VM or the Peaceful Easy Feeling... Love how you are able to buy at least 1 ounce of any herb and concoct own tea mixture also... will be back!!! Ps their website is very helpful too and lists the 150 western herbs available and the 140 Chinese herbs that are available at the store.

This place is a hidden gem, I love that it is a regular house made into a naturopathic hub. There…read morewere many herbs, roots, and teas to choose from. There were herb pharm tinctures available, and other miscellaneous items. I was so happy to have finally made it in. Since I have moved to St. Augustine from California 8 months ago I have driven past this place and always wondered. Nonetheless I purchased an oz of Burdock Root, 1 oz of Calendula Flowers, and 1 oz of Dried Elderberries. As well as booked an appt for a consultation. Lovely spot, kind staff. Give them a gander.

Brought my 5 year old daughter here to check her stomach issues. The woman instead started…read moreinterrogating her. Because she didn't answer she said things like: "In my time, kids like you would get slapped" "I'm waiting for you to act like a big girl" and "She's behaving like a little kid". She also pushed invasive Qs about friends, grandparents, future careers, and even asked "Do you wanna be a clown?" while ignoring her discomfort. Mocked her for "acting like a little kid" and compared her thumb-sucking to adult behavior ("Adults don't sit and suck their thumb over it") This session traumatized my child with its blend of Ayurvedic dogma, pressure tactics, and veiled threats. No professional should ever invoke corporal punishment to shame a 5-year-old's natural hesitancy. Yikes. Never again.

Do not take CE classes with this woman! She will waste your time, take your money, and offer…read morenothing more than what you can learn on your own from books or with other more qualified practitioners. Everything she taught she had to look in her book, didn't have answers for nuanced questions, and offered no more info or wisdom than what was in the book verbatim. She will talk about herself and her sensitivity to smells over and over again, talk shit about people in her past and how "unspiritual" they are, and leave you wondering what you wasted your time doing.

One of my favorite places in Alachua! Walking in the door is a breath of fresh air. You feel calm…read moreand relaxed right away. The staff are so incredibly kind and accommodating. The best massages in town! Savannah is amazing! Thank you all!

Ashley is passionate about taking care of her patients. She brings her full attention to each…read morepatient and does a full evaluation of lifestyle choices that could be affecting her patients. Her space is beautifully decorated and is a joy to be in. All of the staff are kind and want to help as well. It's definitely worthy a visit and many more revisits.