The Hide PT

The Hide PT is a co-living and retreat centre hidden in a lush valley near Oleiros, in Central Portugal. The dream was born from a late-night conversation between friends Ross and Tim at a London warehouse party — to find a piece of land in nature where a creative community could escape city life, work on meaningful projects, and reconnect with the natural world. In 2016, that dream found its home in a secluded valley with sprawling land, old stone buildings, a wild river, a waterfall, and no neighbours in sight. Investors Martin, Gav, Josh, Adam, and Jay joined to help realise the vision. After years of gradual renovation — marked by financial challenges, the impact of COVID-19, and moments of deep uncertainty — co-founder Ross Standaloft chose to remain on the land and nurture its deeper purpose. For nearly three years, The Hide hosted Naturalma, a transformative project that brought healers and indigenous traditions from South America, including the Huni Kuin tribe of Brazil and El Juago of Colombia, to the valley. Now, under renewed stewardship from Ross, the space has evolved into a sanctuary welcoming co-living guests in spring and autumn, and retreat leaders in the summer season. Spanning 5 acres of wild forest and gardens, The Hide offers accommodation for 8–12 people across double rooms, a dormitory, and bell tents, as well as an indoor yoga shala, outdoor deck, workshop spaces, sauna, cold plunge, natural swimming spot, hiking trails, and a fire circle. Farm-to-table culinary experiences using local, seasonal ingredients are also available. The Hide is designed for artists, entrepreneurs, digital nomads, and anyone seeking a slower pace of life, creative focus, or a transformative retreat experience. It is a living project, shaped by each person who arrives and shares their gifts — a place for deep connection to self, to others, and to the natural world.