We’re Aleks and Nadya
Lifelong friends who share a love for books, slow living, and deep conversations.
The Secret Reading Retreat began as a simple dream—to create a place where stories, nature, and people come together.
A space that feels both magical and real.
Where time slows down, and connections grow stronger.
We’re Aleks and Nadya
Lifelong friends who share a love for books, slow living, and deep conversations.
The Secret Reading Retreat began as a simple dream—to create a place where stories, nature, and people come together.
A space that feels both magical and real.
Where time slows down, and connections grow stronger.
Reading brings us unknown friends
Our days are made richer by the scent of old pages, the comfort of home-cooked meals, a glass of wine shared over candlelight, and conversations that linger long after the fire has gone out. We believe in the beauty of simplicity and the power of presence—things often lost in a world that’s always rushing and always online.
This retreat is our way of offering a gentle pause. It’s an invitation to step away from the noise and step into something slower, deeper, and real. A place where strangers become friends over shared stories, and time is measured not by schedules, but by the turning of pages..
If this speaks to you, we can’t wait to welcome you into our circle.
If this speaks to you, we can’t wait to welcome you into our circle.
I’ve loved books since I was six.
From Terry Pratchett’s wit to Thomas Mann’s depth, my shelves have always been full of stories that make me think and dream.
I’ve always been curious—about the world, different cultures, and the stories people carry.
Aleks and I have been friends for nearly 20 years, always bonding over books.
We’re not big on social media, but we believe in real connection.
So we thought, why not create a space where book lovers can gather, read, and simply be?
I’m a reader at heart.
My shelves are filled with everything from Steinbeck’s raw storytelling to Marquez’s lyrical worlds, with a soft spot for contemporary European fiction.
Reading isn’t just a hobby—it’s a way to live a thousand lives and see the world through countless eyes.
Nadya and I share more than just a love of books. We’re drawn to slow living, deep conversations, travel, nature, music, and the simple joy of a home-cooked meal.
We can’t wait to share this space with you.
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