About
Rocas Retreat
Providing First Class Experiences for Those Seeking to Heal
“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.”
-Kahlil Gibran
About Us
Rocas Retreat was born from the desire to create a healing and loving space where everyone is welcome. It is our mission to help you see, feel and hear how magnificent you truly are and help you discover your highest potential. We support our guests as they walk their individual paths by providing the tools needed in a loving, non-judgmental space to discover who they really are. Rocas Retreat is the place where great healers from around the world come to heal, reconnect, and recharge. Whether it’s through one of our events or if you’re just looking to unplug in nature, this is the place you have been searching for.
Enjoy our 15 pristine acres of land nestled in the lush, rolling hills of northern San Diego County- just minutes from Temecula’s wine country and a short drive from San Diego’s sunny beaches. Feel the delight of the warm afternoon breezes, smell of wildflowers, and hiking through acres of citrus and avocado orchards that surround Rocas Retreat.
Feel your soul as you bask in nature and reconnect with yourself.
Rocas Retreat is a place your soul has been calling for. Are you ready to accept this invitation of your heart?
History
Similar to a person who has gone through a break-up or traumatic life event, so too has the land where Rocas Retreat sits today. While the property endured many years of abuse, Brenda saw its beauty and potential. That is one of Brenda’s many gifts – to see possibilities and bring ideas to fruition.
Similar to a person who has gone through a break-up or traumatic life event, so too has the land where Rocas Retreat sits today. After enduring many years of abuse, Brenda saw the beauty and potential for the property. That is one of Brenda’s many gifts – to see possibilities by spotting beauty and potential where most may not see it.
By trade, Brenda is an internationally recognized, award winning designer with a discerning eye for design and style. Her passion to create beautiful spaces can be seen and felt in every aspect of Rocas Retreat.
After reclaiming the land from the abusive condition it was in, Brenda set out on a mission to transform this space into what it has become today. As she peeled back the layers of neglect that covered everything on the property, she discovered this place has what is inside of all of us – a solid core and sturdy foundation. With that, her skills, the unwavering support of her sister Kathy, along with the many who have contributed to this property’s transformation, the labor of love began on Project: Restoration Ranch. Rocas Retreat was born.
This year and a half long journey of digging to the foundation of the property has shown that even though battle wounds and scars still exist, healing takes time. Like the caterpillar that becomes a beautiful butterfly, transformation is possible when you have the right environment and are surrounded by love. The purpose of this property is to be a space for healing. By now, you can see that potential at every turn and in everything we do.
“Are you ready to listen to your heart and finally answer the calling of your soul? We are here for you, your highest good and are thankful that you… finally… arrived home.”
– Brenda Markstein CEO and Founder, Rocas Retreat, LLC.
ABOUT US
Rocas Retreat is the place your soul has been calling for. Disconnect to reconnect and heal in nature while you soak up the sights, sounds and smells of our 15 pristine acres nestled in the hills of Northern San Diego County, just minutes from Temecula, north of San Diego. Come experience all that Rocas Retreat has to offer while you connect with the most important person in the world… YOU!