Your stay
Welcome!
Soon you will be staying at The Land of Now and we look forward to welcoming you.
On this page you will find all the information for your stay.
We wish you a wonderful time.
Our inspired team is ready to provide you with an unforgettable stay.
Juliette & Frank
and the entire team of The Land of Now
Practical facts
Access after 22:30
The outside door locks automatically from 22:30 to 07:00.
The door can then only be opened with a code.
The code is found on the information screen upon arrival
Wifi
Of course you can use wifi at our location.
The password can be found on the information screen in the hall.
Public transportation
From Groningen station take bus 178.
The bus stop is: Veenweg in Hellum
Usually it is possible to pick you up from the bus stop.
Please contact us in advance.
Pre-Overnight stay
With many programs, it is possible to arrive one evening earlier from 7:30 p.m., so that you can arrive in peace and quiet and do not have to make a whole trip on the first day.
Possibly the organizer of your program has already offered this possibility, or it is already part of your stay.
Should this not be the case, you can book a pre-night stay(check in advance the possibility):
Allergies
Unfortunately, we can only accommodate limited dietary adjustments. Gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan is possible.
Adjustments should be requested no later than one week before the start.
Vegan comes naturally to us and a specialty in our sustainable cuisine.
Shoe-free
During your stay and program, our venue is a shoe-free space. A pair of warm socks or slippers may therefore be pleasant.
A pair of walking shoes may be useful for a hike.
Bikes
Would you like to get out and about by bike?
There are a few bikes available for you to use. Please ask our team about them.
Smoking, fire and incense
Smoking, fire, candles/wax lights and incense are not allowed. Also not with the window open, or from the window. (By order of the fire department).
If smoking or incense is used anyway, additional (cleaning) fees will be charged.
For smokers: You’ll find a smoking pole by the pond canopy.
Facilities
Outdoor sauna
At The Land of Now, you’ll find an intimate outdoor sauna where you can relax during your stay.
The sauna is included in our The Land of Now retreats.
If you come for a program of another organizer, the sauna is accessible if it is also booked by your organizer.
A large towel is required for hygiene reasons.
A sauna towel or bathrobe can be rented if necessary.
Towel rental: €3,50
Boutique
Our small retreat boutique features our hand-forged jewelry, screen-printed t-shirts, art, design and our own Ayurvedic tea line.
You’ll also find yoga and meditation products and Meinl Sonic Energy instruments.
Did you forget to bring something from home? You’ll find personal care products as well.
Should you wish to purchase anything, please see our team members.
Or note the product you wish to purchase on the form located in our boutique.
Checkout can be done during checkout.
Payment options: pin, invoice or cash.
Custom orders (t-shirts, jewelry) are possible.
Drinks and snacks
We have a diverse assortment of special drinks which we would love to inspire you with. Responsible tasty snacks can also be found with us.
Chilled drinks can be found in the cooler of the drinks buffet in the hall opposite the restrooms. You can take your own drink or snack and enter your order in the ipad or indicate it on the fill-in list located on the buffet.
Enjoy!
Checkout can be done at the end of your stay.
Practice
– Ayurvedic medicine
– Yoga therapy
– Psychosocial counseling
You can come to us (by appointment) for Ayurvedic consultations and dietary and lifestyle advice. We also offer psychosocial counseling and individual guidance through yoga therapy or personal yoga sessions. Ayurvedic (therapeutic) treatments are often part of a broader treatment plan.
The practice supports improving health, strengthening resilience and preventing or alleviating symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Public transportation
From Groningen train station take bus 178.
The bus stop is: Veenweg in Hellum
Usually it is possible to pick you up from the bus stop.
Please contact us in advance.
International travel
Many guests at The Land of Now come from far away. Do you have questions about how to get here from abroad?
Please contact us, we are happy to help.
From Amsterdam Airport you can take the train to Groningen. Take bus 178 from Groningen to‘Veenweg, Hellum‘.
Let us know what time you will arrive, we will pick you up at the bus stop.
Bremen airport is also a good option. From there you can take the Flixbus to Groningen.
For some people, Groningen Airport – Eelde is a possibility. There are direct flights from London and Copenhagen.
Within Europe, you can also take a Flixbus to Groningen.
Electric car charging point
Yes, there is a charging station at The Land of Now.
The Pluq charging station is compatible with all charging plugs. You can pay contactless with your charging card.
Overnight
With many programs, it is possible to arrive one evening earlier starting at 7:30 p.m., so that you can arrive at your leisure and do not have to make quite a journey on the first day.
Possibly the organizer of your program has already offered this option, or it is already part of your stay.
* This option is only available when offered by the organizer of your retreat or training.
Diets
Unfortunately, we have limited ability to accommodate dietary modifications. Gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan is possible.
Adjustments should be requested no later than one week before the start and can be passed on to the organizer of your program.
*Vegan is natural to us and a specialty in our sustainable cuisine.
Outdoor sauna
At The Land of Now, you’ll find an intimate outdoor sauna where you can relax during your stay.
The sauna is included in our The Land of Now retreats.
If you come for a program of another organizer, the sauna is accessible if it is also booked by your organizer.
A large towel is required for hygiene reasons.
A sauna towel or bathrobe can be rented if necessary.
Towel rental: €3,00
Rooms and reservations
Are you attending a retreat from an outside organizer?
Unless otherwise arranged, room arrangements are provided by the organizers of your retreat or training. Please contact them for more information.
Are you booking a Heart of Yoga retreat or any other event organized by The Land of Now?
You can choose from a double or single room.
Do you remember a nice room from a previous stay and would like to stay there again?
Please indicate it with your reservation, and we can reserve this room for you if it is free.
Handy to carry
During retreats and some trainings, our location is a shoe-free space. A pair of warm socks or slippers may therefore be pleasant.
A pair of walking shoes may be useful for a hike.
Would you like to use the sauna? Then it’s handy to bring a large towel with you.
A sauna towel and/or bathrobe may also be available for rent from us.
In case you forgot basic toiletries such as a toothbrush or sanitary napkins, you can also buy those in our boutique.
Linen and towels
Upon arrival, your bed is made for you and there are 2 towels waiting for you.
Plenty of material available
There are plenty of yoga mats, meditation cushions, bolsters and backjacks available.
If you are comfortable, there are also (thin) wrap blankets for some extra warmth.
Our yoga mats and meditation materials are not suitable for outdoor use.
Yes, each room is equipped with a hair dryer.
Sustainability on The Land of Now
The Land of Now lets you experience what sustainability can mean for people, animals, the environment and life.
How we do that? Simply by doing it. You see that in our programs, the meals, the accommodations, how we treat nature, and you experience that in the way we treat each other.
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