Old Joe's Kaia — plant-based homestead, Schoemanskloof

Retreat & Event Venue

An intimate venue for gatherings that matter — set on 3.5 hectares of lush gardens in Schoemanskloof, near Nelspruit.

What's Coming Up

A Taste of Italy

A Taste of Italy

13–15 November 2026 · Friday to Sunday

An unforgettable plant-based Italian cooking weekend

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Fermentation Fundamentals

Fermentation Fundamentals

28 November 2026 · 08:30 – 14:00

Only 2 places left

A morning of living foods, connection and nourishment

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Sourdough & Cheese Weekend

Sourdough & Cheese Weekend

22-24 January 2027 · Friday to Sunday

Bake Bread, Craft Cheese, Live Deliciously!

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Old Joe's Kaia is a wellness retreat venue and event space in Mpumalanga where small groups come to reconnect — with each other, with nature, and with themselves. Set in Schoemanskloof near Nelspruit, our venue accommodates 10 to 16 overnight guests across 8 rooms, with conference seating for up to 20 delegates. Every event includes full plant-based catering by The Seedling Kitchen, on-site accommodation, and the unhurried pace of the valley.

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How We Host

Yoga retreat at Old Joe's Kaia

Wellness Retreats

Wellness practitioners, yoga teachers, and grief counsellors choose Old Joe's Kaia for its nurturing atmosphere and intimate scale. The property becomes exclusively yours — gardens, labyrinth, pool, and all communal spaces. Past retreats have included grief healing weekends, mindfulness intensives, and creative writing workshops.

Wedding feast table set up in the garden

Conference Venue

A dedicated conference room seats 20 delegates in U-shape configuration, with garden views. When the meeting ends, the valley takes over — swimming pool, labyrinth walks, and 65 marked trees to explore. For teams that need something different from a conference lodge.

Conference room at Old Joe's Kaia

Workshops & Reunions

Marian leads hands-on cooking workshops from The Seedling Kitchen — Kitchen Resets, Umami exploration, Meal Planning, and customised sessions for your group. The property also hosts family reunions, book clubs, and any small gathering that benefits from good food and peaceful surroundings.

What's Included

Every event at Old Joe's Kaia is tailored to your group. As a starting point, all bookings include:

  • Exclusive use of the venue and gardens (subject to number of participants)
  • Accommodation for up to 16 guests
  • Plant-based catering by The Seedling Kitchen
  • Conference room (20 delegates U-shape)
  • Swimming pool, labyrinth, and garden access
  • On-site parking
  • Flexible room and space configuration
  • Assistance with itinerary planning

The Setting

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Host Your Retreat at Old Joe's Kaia

Are you a yoga teacher, wellness practitioner, grief counsellor, or workshop facilitator looking for the right venue? Old Joe's Kaia becomes exclusively yours — an intimate, nurturing space for groups of 10 to 16 people, with full plant-based catering, 3.5 hectares of gardens, and the quiet of Schoemanskloof valley.

We handle the accommodation, the meals, and the setting. You bring your group and your programme.

Past facilitators have hosted grief healing weekends, mindfulness intensives, creative writing retreats, and yoga immersions. If you have an idea for a gathering that needs a peaceful, well-fed home — we'd love to hear from you.

Get in Touch

Let's plan your gathering

Every event is different, and we'd love to hear what you have in mind. Tell us about your group, your dates, and your vision — we'll put together a proposal.

Send an Enquiry

Or reach us on WhatsApp · +27 13 110 6272 · send an enquiry