Retreats at Prackstenen

Protect Your Peace

Time away. Space to feel. Seasons that guide you. At Prackstenen, we offer intimate, nature-led retreats that support stillness, clarity, and personal transition. Each retreat is designed around the rhythms of the island - and of life.

Still You™ Retreat

The Still You Retreat is a private, deeply personal experience for those who have sold their business, inherited sudden wealth, or undergone a major life change - and now find themselves asking, “What’s next?”

Set on Prackstenen, a secluded Nordic island surrounded by sea and silence, the retreat offers you the time, space, and guidance to step out of the noise and reconnect with yourself. Over several days, you’ll explore your new reality, create clarity for your next chapter, and find ways to live in alignment with your values and aspirations.

Through guided conversations, reflective exercises, and optional one-to-one coaching, you’ll have the opportunity to address the emotional, practical, and lifestyle shifts that come with sudden change. Whether you arrive with questions about identity, purpose, relationships, or financial decisions, the Still You Retreat provides a safe and supportive setting to explore them.

This is not about reinventing yourself into someone else - it’s about rediscovering the essence of who you are, even as life’s circumstances transform.

Sample 4-Day Program:

(Programs are tailored to each guest’s needs)

  • Day 1 - Arrival and Settling in

    • Private boat transfer to Prackstenen

    • Welcome tea and orientation

    • Time to explore the island and settle into your accommodation

    • Evening sauna ritual by the sea

  • Day 2 - Clarifying the New Chapter

    • Morning island walk and guided reflection

    • Workshop “From Transaction to Transformation” - processing the change

    • Lunch with seasonal Nordic dishes

  • Day 3 - Realignment and Planning

    • Guided meditation on the deck overlooking the sea

    • Session: Values and Vision - designing life on your terms

    • Leisure time: forest bathing, wild swimming, or rest

    • One-to-one personal wealth or life planning discussion (optional)

    • Evening fire circle - stories, music, and quiet reflection

  • Day 4 - Departure with Clarity

    • Closing conversation and take-home action steps

    • Farewell breakfast

    • Boat transfer back to the mainland

August (4-6 guests)

Application Required

Spring Birdwatching Retreat

Awaken with the island - follow the wings of spring.

As the ice melts and the archipelago wakes from its winter rest, Prackstenen becomes a haven for returning migratory birds. The air fills with song, the sea sparkles in the fresh spring light, and each day brings new arrivals from distant shores.

You may spot white-tailed eagles soaring high above, hawks patrolling the coastline, and graceful terns diving into the water. Gulls call from the rocks, swallow and wagtails dart through the air, and the song of the skylark rises over the breeze. Along the shores, diving ducks, eiders, herons, and barnacle geese gather, marking the seasons’ great return.

This 3-day retreat invites you to slow down and witness the season’s unfolding - the elegant flights overhead, the quiet moments of nesting, and the vibrant stirrings of nature all around. Whether you’re an experienced birder or simply curious, you’ll be guided to notice the beauty in both the rare and the familiar.

What’s Included:

  • Guided birdwatching walks - explore rocky shores, sheltered bays, and juniper-covered paths with an experienced guide

  • Observation points - peaceful spots to sit quietly with binoculars and watch spring’s activity unfold

  • Morning nature meditations - gentle practices to attune your senses to the sounds and sights of the season

  • Evening reflections - sharing the day’s sightings and stories by the fire

  • Photography and sketching time - capture the light, the movement, and the details of the island’s birdlife

  • Seasonal meals - fresh, nourishing food inspired by early spring flavors

Who This Retreat Is For:

  • Bird enthusiasts and nature lovers of all experience levels

  • Anyone seeking calm focus, and connection with the living rhythms of spring

  • People longing for quiet time away from the rush, surrounded by sea and sky

April-May (Max 6 guests)

Midsummer Stillness Retreat

This 3-day retreat offers the gift of midsummer not as a rush of celebration, but as a gentle pause - a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and be fully present in the glow of summer’s brightest nights.

Pause in the light - find calm in the heart of the archipelago.

At midsummer, the Nordic days stretch endlessly, the sea shimmers in soft evening light, and time seems to stand still. Here on Prackstenen, you’ll experience the Midnight Sun - a natural wonder of the far north, when the night never comes.

Darkness never falls on the island; instead, a soft golden light lingers through the small hours, and the sun itself can be seen shining even at midnight. It is a rare, magical time when the world feels timeless, quiet, and full of responsibility.

During these luminous days, you might watch seabirds tending to their nests or pause to admire the island’s wildflowers - a vibrant bloom whose roots stretch back far earlier than the Viking Age.

What’s Included:

  • Private island accommodation

  • Daily chef-prepared meals using fresh, seasonal Nordic ingredients

  • Guided nature experiences

    • Island walks

    • Wild swimming

    • Sauna by the sea

  • Midsummer celebration with traditional Finnish music, food, and bonfire

  • Workshops and discussions focused on slowing down, reconnecting, and celebrating life

  • Quiet spaces for reflection

    • Hammocks

    • Sea-view benches

    • Forest paths

  • All transfers from the mainland to the island and back

Who This Retreat Is For:

  • Individuals, couples or small groups seeking a meaningful Midsummer experience in nature

  • Anyone wanting to disconnect from everyday busyness and reconnect with themselves

  • Guests who value privacy, slow living, and authentic cultural traditions

  • Those who wish to celebrate Midsummer in a serene, exclusive setting away from the crowds

June

By Invitation Only

Autumn Letting Go Retreat

Release, Reflect, Renew - on a private Nordic island.

As summer’s vibrant energy softens into the golden calm of autumn, Prackstenen becomes a sanctuary for letting go - of what no longer serves you, of the mental clutter, and of the pressures you’ve been carrying.

This retreat is an invitation to pause, breathe deeply, and find clarity in the serene beauty of the Finnish Archipelago. Here, surrounded by the sea, sun-warmed rocks, and windswept juniper, you’ll be guided through a gentle process of release and renewal. Migrating birds pause on the island’s shores, and the last blooms of wildflowers - descendants of species that have grown here since long before the Viking age - nod gently in the autumn breeze.

What’s Included:

  • Guided letting go sessions - reflective practices to help you identify and release mental and emotional burdens

  • Nature immersion walks - mindful exploration along rocky shores and through juniper groves

  • Evening fire circles - storytelling and sharing in the warmth of the firelight

  • Sauna and sea rituals - traditional Finnish cleansing for body and mind

  • Journaling prompts and creative reflection - tools for capturing insights and intentions for the season ahead

  • Nourishing autumn meals - seasonal, wholesome food prepared with care

Who This Retreat Is For:

  • Those navigating a life transition and ready to make space for the new

  • Anyone feeling weighed down by stress or overcommitment

  • People who want to reconnect with themselves in a calm, supportive environment

Choose Between a 3-Night or 5-Night Stay:

The core program is the same, except with the longer retreat offering extra time for rest, nature, and integration.

3-Night Sample Itinerary:

  • Day 1 - Arrival and Settling In

    • Private boat transfer to Prackstenen

    • Welcome tea and orientation

    • Time to wander the rocky shoreline and juniper-covered hills

    • Evening sauna ritual with sea dip (optional)

  • Day 2 - Releasing the Old

    • Morning walk along the cliffs with views to the open sea

    • Guided reflection: “What I’m ready to let go of”

    • Seasonal Nordic lunch

    • Creative exercise or sea-view journaling

    • Evening fire circle under the stars

  • Day 3 - Welcoming the New

    • Guided morning meditation

    • Workshop: “Creating space for what matters”

    • Free time for rest, reading, or open-sea swimming

    • Farewell dinner with seasonal harvest dishes

  • Day 4 - Departure

    • Closing conversation and take-home practices

    • Breakfast and boat to transfer to the mainland

5-Night Sample Itinerary:

(Includes all elements from the 3-night retreat) Plus:

  • Two additional spacious days for rest, coastal walks, and private reflection

  • Optional one-to-one coaching or guided journaling

  • Slow mornings with tea or coffee by the sea

  • Extra sauna and swimming sessions

  • More time to explore the juniper hills, rocky bays, and quiet coves

  • A deeper integration of the retreat’s themes before heading home

September-October

3-5 Nights

Legacy Retreat

On a quiet private island in the Finnish Archipelago, far from deadlines and distractions, a different kind of clarity becomes possible.

The Legacy Retreat is a guided experience for families and founders preparing for generational transition. Whether you’re considering passing on your business, property, or wealth - or simply aligning values across generations - this retreat offers protected time and perspective to think, talk, and reconnect.

Here, surrounded by sea and silence, we invite you to pause.

Not to escape life - but to listen more deeply to it.

Who It’s For:

  • Families preparing for succession or inheritance

  • Business owners planning an exit or ownership transfer

  • Next-generation family members seeking voice and clarity

  • Couples or siblings navigating shared ownership

  • Anyone ready to define their legacy with intention and care

What You’ll Experience:

  • Daily reflective prompts and silent mornings

  • Legacy conversations - ownership, values, vision

  • Optional guided family dialogues and facilitation

  • Walking trails, sauna, sea swims, and slow dinners

  • A digital detox in a setting built for clarity, not performance

Why Prackstenen:

This island was created by someone who lived these questions after selling her company - and who now welcomes others seeking space to realign with what truly matters.

Because legacy isn’t built in a rush. Trust doesn’t deepen in noise. And what you leave behind begins with how you live now.

By Request Only

Available for Individuals or Families

Offered 2-3 Times Per Year

Private Retreats & Guest Facilitators

Want to host your own small retreat on the island?

We welcome coaches, guides, and creatives whose approach aligns with our values: quiet luxury, off-grid simplicity, and deep presence.

What Our Guests Have to Say:

“I am speechless. The natural beauty and diversity in this Finnish Archipelago called Prackstenen has stolen my heart. I have visited many off-grid places and this has by far felt the most luxurious I’ve ever visited.”!”

Kat

“The best part about staying at Prackstenen was the small island, beautiful archipelago nature. Modern main cottage and a splendid sauna.”

Mikael

“It really refreshes you and makes you feel one with the nature. This is the best place to experience the beauty of the Finnish Archipelago.”

Jesse

“Magic is the best word to describe this place. Sea eagles, sheep, tons of different birds can all be seen from the dining room. Sunsets are perfectly viewed from the sauna. Get ready to relax!”

Eric

“Wonderful place.”

Petri, solo traveler

“The best part of the island was the time spent together with loved ones. There, we could truly focus on each other without distractions. The atmosphere on the island is wonderfully calming – it offers a perfect escape from everyday life and the outside world. The island’s magic is beyond words - it’s something that must be felt firsthand. Every time you leave, it feels like being reborn.”

Petra

“The sauna and swimming were the best parts about staying the island. A beautiful place to stay and the sea and islands around. The perfect place for relaxation and privacy. Luxurious bed in the guest villa. Good facilities for cooking in the main house. I highly recommend this place. I have vacationed there every summer for many years.

Eva

“Beautiful nature, great scenery and having sauna every day. Excellent and cozy facilities for cooking and get-together. Highly recommendable. Very private.”

Sanna

“We had a wonderful weekend at Prackstenen and enjoyed the Finnish Archipelago nature. The accommodation was very good, well equipped kitchen and the sauna has an outstanding view. Thanks!”

Kristin

“Having a whole private island for our family to enjoy on our vacation. The beauty of the place together with the modern amenities and a super comfy bed in the smaller cabin, and a sauna with the most amazing view. Altogether were the best. A good place for bird watching. :)”

Reetta

“I am so impressed with the nature, calmness, and yet clean and modern surroundings. Everything I needed was there already. Prackstenen is the perfect place for many kinds of adventures! A quiet getaway in the nature or a cheerful trip with a bigger group of your loved ones, both are possible.”

Meeri