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Distance for Direction

Distance for Direction

You’re still executing the essentials, but it’s getting harder to think clearly. The urgent work gets done but the important work keeps slipping. Your mind feels cluttered, your decisions less sharp, and there’s no space left to step back and recalibrate.

You don’t need to stop working. You need room to breathe and think.

In the Portuguese mountains, you run your high-priority tasks from a private workstation with fast internet and no interruptions. The rest of your schedule opens up for reflection, coaching, practical tools, digital and analog, and the kind of mental reset that only comes from distance, silence, and walking in nature.

A place where you stay in motion, but regain clarity.

Are you on the edge?

For professionals seeking clarity and renewed energy

Do you recognise your state of mind?

  • I feel mentally exhausted most days, like my brain is foggy and I can’t focus on tasks as I used to
  • I’m constantly overwhelmed by the volume of meetings, emails, and demands, and it feels impossible to keep up.
  • I find myself procrastinating or avoiding important decisions because I feel indecisive or drained.
  • My creativity and motivation have sharply declined, I struggle to come up with new ideas or solutions.
  • I feel emotionally detached or cynical about my work and colleagues, like I’m just going through the motions.
  • Physical symptoms like headaches, muscle tension, or trouble sleeping have become regular and affect my daily life.
  • I notice my patience is wearing thin, I get irritated easily and have less tolerance for stress or interruptions.
  • I feel like I’m losing control over my work-life balance, and even when I’m off the clock, I can’t fully disconnect or relax.

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Retreat for professionals

Regain your focus, energy and natural balance

You’re not burned out yet. But you feel it creeping in.

You want to produce your best work, make clear decisions, and feel in control again. But it’s hard to find the space to breathe AND you can't or don't want to step away from your daily responsibilities.

We understand your challenge! You don’t need a vacation. You need a place that helps you regain your clarity, sharpen your thinking, and reconnect with your natural purpose, this all while staying productive.

We offer you:

  • Your own apartment with private bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, workstation and inspiring mountain views
  • Reliable, high-speed 1 Gbps internet to keep you connected and productive
  • A separate co-working area and meeting rooms for focused collaboration
  • Coaching sessions, professional, practical, personal and philosophical. You decide!
  • Nature walks, with or without others or our dogs, quiet reflection, and meaningful conversations. Plenty of options to run or for mountain biking as well.
  • Do you really want to unwind and put things in a down to earth perspective? Join our Shepherd with his sheep and goats for a couple of hours or for as long as you like.
  • Breakfast is always included, optional additional meals can be discussed.
  • Tax deductible invoice.

You stay productive while your mind finally gets the space to breathe and reset! Distance for setting your new direction starts by contacting us:

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Your options

From quick reset to in depth rewiring

Desayuno

Desayuno

El desayuno siempre está incluido. Disfruta de productos locales y de las frutas de temporada.

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Autobús lanzadera y taxis

Autobús lanzadera y taxis

Nuestro autobús lanzadera puede recogerte, reservar un taxi o llevarte al transporte público.

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Talleres para niños

Talleres para niños

Ofrecemos varios talleres para niños, desde trabajos en madera hasta electrónica y observación de aves.

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Parques infantiles

Parques infantiles

Explora varios mini parques infantiles para niños.

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Espacio de co-working

Espacio de co-working

¿Todavía necesitas hacer algo de trabajo online durante tu estancia? Utiliza nuestro espacio de co-working con internet de alta velocidad.

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Sala de estar

Sala de estar

Una cómoda sala de estar compartida puede utilizarse para leer un libro o jugar a algunos juegos de mesa.

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Piscina de inmersión

Piscina de inmersión

Junto a la zona de estar hay una piscina de inmersión que puedes usar para refrescarte en los días calurosos.

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Zonas de picnic

Zonas de picnic

Coge una manta y elige tu zona privada de picnic bajo los castaños, junto al depósito de agua, en el bosque comestible o donde quieras.

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Apartamentos

Apartamentos

Ofrecemos 4 apartamentos de lujo con terraza privada y conexión a internet de alta velocidad.

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Playgrounds

Playgrounds

Explore various mini playgrounds for kids.

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Apartment

Apartment

You get your own private apartment including workstation and high speed internet. With private kitchen, bathroom and bedroom.

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Espaço de Co-working

Espaço de Co-working

Ainda precisa de fazer algum trabalho online durante a sua estadia? Utilize o nosso espaço de co-working com internet de alta velocidade.

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Apartment

Apartment

You get your own private apartment including workstation and high speed internet. With private kitchen, bathroom and bedroom.

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Apartment

Apartment

You get your own private apartment including workstation and high speed internet. With private kitchen, bathroom and bedroom.

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Co-working space

Co-working space

Still need some online work to do during your stay? Use our co-working space with high speed internet.

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Appartementen

Appartementen

Wij bieden 4 luxe appartementen met privéterras en snel internet.

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Co-working

Co-working

Our co-working space has high speed internet (gigabit) and is equipped with professional workstations. Obviously well heated via central heating. Mountain views included.

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Co-working

Co-working

Our co-working space has high speed internet (gigabit) and is equipped with professional workstations. Obviously well heated via central heating. Mountain views included.

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Apartamentos

Apartamentos

Oferecemos 4 apartamentos de luxo com terraço privado e internet de alta velocidade.

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Apartments

Apartments

We offer 4 luxury apartments including private terrace and high speed internet.

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Co-working space

Co-working space

Nog online werk te doen tijdens je verblijf? Gebruik onze co-workingruimte met snel internet.

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Co-working

Co-working

Our co-working space has high speed internet (gigabit) and is equipped with professional workstations. Obviously well heated via central heating. Mountain views included.

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Parques infantis

Parques infantis

Explore vários mini parques infantis para crianças.

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Speeltuinen

Speeltuinen

Ontdek diverse mini-speeltuinen voor kinderen.

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Lounge room

Lounge room

A comfortable shared lounge room can be used to relax, read a book or organize a small seminar.

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Lounge room

Lounge room

A comfortable shared lounge room can be used to read a book or play some board games.

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Picnic plekken

Picnic plekken

Pak een deken en kies je privé-picknickplek onder de kastanjebomen, naast het waterbassin, in het voedselbos of waar je maar wilt!

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Sala de estar

Sala de estar

Uma confortável sala de estar partilhada pode ser utilizada para ler um livro ou jogar jogos de tabuleiro.

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Lounge room

Lounge room

A comfortable shared lounge room can be used to relax, read a book or organize a small seminar.

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Plunge pool

Plunge pool

Naast de lounge bevindt zich een dompelbad dat je kunt gebruiken om af te koelen tijdens warme dagen.

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Locais para piqueniques

Locais para piqueniques

Pegue numa manta e escolha o seu local privado para piquenique debaixo dos castanheiros, junto ao tanque de água, na floresta alimentar ou onde quiser!

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Picnic spots

Picnic spots

Grab a blanket and select your private picnic spot under the chestnut trees, next to the water tank, in the food forest or wherever!

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Plunge pool

Plunge pool

Next to the lounge area is a plunge pool that you can use to refresh during hot days.

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Lounge room

Lounge room

A comfortable shared lounge room can be used to relax, read a book or organize a small seminar.

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Piscina rasa

Piscina rasa

Ao lado da área de estar existe uma piscina rasa que pode usar para se refrescar nos dias quentes.

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Lounge room

Lounge room

Een comfortabele gedeelde lounge kan worden gebruikt om een boek te lezen of bordspellen te spelen.

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Oficinas para crianças

Oficinas para crianças

Oferecemos várias oficinas para crianças, desde trabalhos em madeira a eletrónica e observação de aves.

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Shuttle bus & taxi's

Shuttle bus & taxi's

Our shuttle bus can pick you up or you can book a taxi or take public transportation.

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Kinder workshops

Kinder workshops

Wij bieden diverse workshops voor kinderen, van houtbewerking tot elektronica tot vogels spotten.

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Pequeno-almoço

Pequeno-almoço

O pequeno-almoço está sempre incluído. Desfrute de produtos locais e das frutas da estação.

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Breakfast

Breakfast

Breakfast is always included. Enjoy locally produced products and enjoy the fruits of the season.

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Kids workshops

Kids workshops

We offer various workshops for kids, from woodworks to electronics to bird watching.

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Shuttle bus & taxi's

Shuttle bus & taxi's

Our shuttle bus can pick you up or you can book a taxi or take public transportation.

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Shuttle bus & taxi's

Shuttle bus & taxi's

Our shuttle bus can pick you up or you can book a taxi or take public transportation.

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Breakfast

Breakfast

Breakfast is always included. Enjoy locally produced products and enjoy the fruits of the season.

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Transporte shuttle e táxis

Transporte shuttle e táxis

O nosso shuttle pode buscá-lo, reservar um táxi ou levá-lo ao transporte público.

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Shuttle bus & taxi's

Shuttle bus & taxi's

Our shuttle bus can pick you up or you can book a taxi or take public transportation.

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Breakfast

Breakfast

Breakfast is always included. Enjoy locally produced products and enjoy the fruits of the season.

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Shuttle bus & taxi's

Shuttle bus & taxi's

Onze shuttlebus kan je ophalen, een taxi boeken of je kunt gebruikmaken van het openbaar vervoer.

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Breakfast

Breakfast

Breakfast is always included. Enjoy locally produced products and enjoy the fruits of the season.

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Ontbijt

Ontbijt

Ontbijt is altijd inbegrepen. Geniet van lokaal geproduceerde producten en de vruchten van het seizoen.

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Coaching

Coaching

Highly educated people have the tendency to overthink and overcomplicate things, lets strip down the noise and get back to your core drivers.

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Coaching

Coaching

Highly educated people have the tendency to overthink and overcomplicate things, lets strip down the noise and get back to your core drivers.

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Coaching

Coaching

Highly educated people have the tendency to overthink and overcomplicate things, lets strip down the noise and get back to your core drivers.

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Nature walks

Nature walks

Quiet reflection, and real conversations (including with our dogs 🐕 and cats 🐈)

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Nature walks

Nature walks

Quiet reflection, and real conversations (including with our dogs 🐕 and cats 🐈)

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Nature walks

Nature walks

Quiet reflection, and real conversations (including with our dogs 🐕 and cats 🐈)

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Dirty hands, Clear brain

Dirty hands, Clear brain

Step away from your screen for a bit and clear your mind by helping Janneke in the garden or helping Frank with some heavy lifting.

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Dirty hands, Clear brain

Dirty hands, Clear brain

Step away from your screen for a bit and clear your mind by helping Janneke in the garden or helping Frank with some heavy lifting.

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Dirty hands, Clear brain

Dirty hands, Clear brain

Step away from your screen for a bit and clear your mind by helping Janneke in the garden or helping Frank with some heavy lifting.

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Shepherd walk

Shepherd walk

Reflect on your own life by getting a glimpse of how our shepherd lives.

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Shepherd walk

Shepherd walk

Reflect on your own life by getting a glimpse of how our shepherd lives.

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Shepherd walk

Shepherd walk

Reflect on your own life by getting a glimpse of how our shepherd lives.

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Distance for Direction

what is within the program?

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Schedule a free interview to clarify your expectations and needs

Do you provide high-speed internet for remote work?
Yes, we offer fast, reliable internet and private workstations designed specifically for professionals who need to maintain their workflow while seeking a mental reset in the Portuguese mountains.
What is the environment like at Starbase 18?
You will find yourself in the peaceful Portuguese mountains, surrounded by nature. The setting is designed for silence and walking, providing the distance needed to gain clarity and recalibrate.
Do you offer professional support or coaching?
Yes, we provide access to coaching, reflection sessions, and both digital and analog tools to help you clear your mind and focus on high-priority tasks while staying in motion.
Can I stay here if I need to work during my visit?
Our stays are designed for professionals who need to work. You will have a private workstation and no interruptions, allowing you to finish urgent tasks while creating space for deeper reflection.
How does nature help with the working experience?
The distance from city life, combined with silence and walking in nature, facilitates a mental reset. This environment helps you move from just executing essentials to thinking clearly again.
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