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Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort is located on one hundred twenty seven acres lined with oak and sycamore trees, lush gardens and natural landscapes. They offer several outdoor activities to experience whether you only have an afternoon or a several days to explore.

Sycamore has trails available on the property that range from 1.5 to 6 miles in length. Whether you choose an easy walk or bike ride on the Bob Jones Trail to Avila Beach or an invigorating hike on our Sycamore Trail, we think you will leave feeling wonderfully refreshed and accomplished!

Take a break and relax your muscles in our private mineral spring hot tubs secluded in the hillside surrounding by canopies of oaks and sycamores.

Navigate the path of self-exploration in our Labyrinth or take a picnic to our meditation garden along the creek.

Gardens of Avila Restaurant

Reflecting a blend of tradition and innovation, Executive Chef David McWilliam’s philosophy is a belief in eco-friendly sustainable agriculture, and that food should be mindfully prepared, artfully served, as well as delicious.

The Gardens Restaurant features natural meats, wild line-caught fish, free-range poultry, artisanal cheeses, the finest ingredients, and when ever possible, locally-sourced, organic and/or pesticide-free produce, and an excellent selection of Central Coast wines. Celebrate the “art of life” at the Gardens Restaurant.

The Spa offers many rejuvenating treatments.

Hikes

Enjoy hikes nestled in the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountain range and just two short miles from the Pacific Ocean, Sycamore’s 127 acres offer opportunities for exploring coastal terrain with amazing ocean vistas or reflective walks along oak line trails

Twighlight Hike

Enjoy the crisp Central Coast evening air as you climb the Sycamore Trail. Stretch and take in the hill top views of Port San Luis and the Pacific Ocean. Awaken your senses to the colors, sights and sounds of dusk. 1 hour, moderate.

Many body work classes throughout the day. Samples are: Yoga, Tai Chi, Pilates, Restorative Yoga and much more.

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Email or call 416. 696. 0086 for information

Retreat Facilitator, Laila Ghattas, is an artist, Gestalt therapist and Reiki practitioner. She is an author, public speaker and the founder of Aziza Healing Adventures. Laila combines creative self-expression with psychotherapy in programs designed to heighten awareness, inspire personal insight and improve the life of those who participate. She holds workshops in Canada, and draws on her worldwide outdoor adventure experience to facilitate international healing retreats for women, couples, mixed groups and corporations.

Laila is available on retreats for individual therapy and Reiki sessions. Photo by Mark Trusz