Choose from 13 venues offering counselling & holistic in Essex

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Beaver House is located on the Plough Road Business Centre, opposite the Great Bentley Village Hall, to the left of the Bentley Fire Shop. A picture of the front of the building can be found in our venue photos to help locate us.

ABOUT

When you’re yearning for a moment of escapism, or longing for total relaxation, look no further than the Great Bentley Retreat. Our aim is to provide clients with a menu of treatments that benefit mind, body and soul in a relaxed, homely environment.

The Retreat started life in the spare room of a bungalow in 2010. Since then we have gone from strength to strength while maintaining our eco friendly and sustainability approach to our business.

Our friendly and professional experienced staff are here to give you a great service, so you know that when you have a treatment with us you'll be in good hands.

The setting for these treatments combines a perfect harmony of cutting-edge treatments and salon techniques with a homely environment. We believe this unique setting allows for a more natural state of relaxation, allowing you to enjoy an enhanced experience. It is a place where you can talk, clear your head, laugh, or even just spend the time asleep; while the treatments give you time to think, or just to escape from the world outside and best of all the treatments rooms are air conditioned.

We have two treatment rooms and one large reception/ manicure room. Our main treatment room is ideal for couples treatments as we have two heated massage couches set up for you to both relax together. We also have an electric couch in each treatment room for our less mobile clients.

Our main focus is to ensure your comfort, allowing you to fully relax from the strains of day-to-day life. Once you leave, you will have benefited from an experience of total relaxation, beauty enhancement, or both. Whether you're longing to find your inner paradise, or just want to invigorate yourself with a pampering session, then look no further for all your holistic therapy or beauty needs.

The Great Bentley Retreat is the culmination of hard work, training and experience within the health and beauty industry. All these elements have been combined in our mission to create a special environment dedicated to your wellbeing.

Essence of Aesthetics Essex, located within Ravish Nails 52 Railway Street Chelmsford is an therapy room offering an array of expert treatments including facial peels, body slimming treatments, waxing and massages.

Nearest public transport: The venue is located in the middle of Chelmsford centre, near Tesco, and with various bus stops nearby.

The team: Eva has over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Nice, clean, stylish and friendly. Specialises in: Slimming treatments, facials and massages. Brands and products: doTerra, Epionce, Purles, Therraderm, Organic Series, Tosconi, Souvre.

Shapers of Westcliff in Southend-on-Sea, only a few minutes away from Westcliff train station, specialises in body treatments, facials, laser hair removal and more.

Nearest public transport:
Westcliff train station is nearby and there is free parking available.

The team
Paula, Gracie and Amanda, three professionals specialised in facials, body and laser treatments.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Relaxing and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Body contouring and facials.
• Brands and products used: Skeyndor, Advanced Nutritional Programme, Footlogix, Gelish.

For a high-end beauty salon experience in warm and friendly surroundings, look no further than Manoir Beauty by Emma in Wivenhoe for a range of advanced skin treatments for the face and body.

Situated just a 10-minute walk from Wivenhoe train station and near local bus routes, this vintage-inspired venue is elegantly decorated and benefits from on-road parking nearby.

Emma has many years' of experience in the beauty industry and is the go-to specialist for massages, facials and nail services using luxury OPI, Dermalogica and CowShed products.

Relax in style at the Manoir Beauty by Emma.

Not wheelchair accessible.

For Your Eyes Only, located in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, offers a wide range of beauty services, including eyelash extensions, brow and lash tinting, micropigmentation, massages, and more.

Nearest public transport:
Leigh-on-Sea station is nearby, as well as buses 26, 28 and 3.

The team:
Lisa Raeburn - knowledgeable and experienced therapist.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Relaxed, trendy, friendly, one-on-one treatments.
• Specialises in: FdSc Beauty Therapy and Health Studies; Diploma of Excellence for Semi-permanent make-up from Debra Robson's Academy Harley Street; Certified HD Browsculpt Stylist; certified in Nouveau LVL lashes and Certified with Lash Perfect since 2008; highly trained in massages.
• Brands and products used: HD Brows, Nouveau/LVL Lashes, Lash Perfect, Beautiful Brows and lashes, Debra Robson Semi-permanent make-up from Harley Street.
• The extra touches: There are Covid measures in place, and refreshments are offered.

Welcome to Equilibrium Massage & Holistic Therapies, within The Chelmsford Skin Clinic, nestled in a nook of the bustling city, this is a sanctuary for those seeking solace from the stresses of modern life. Step in and experience the soothing scents wafting through the air, creating a tranquil ambience that'll instantly put you at ease; as here they understand the pressures individuals face, balancing responsibilities while trying to find moments of respite. That’s why they’re thrilled to introduce affordable massage services, designed with you in mind. Discover the rejuvenating power of massage without compromising your budget. Book now, forget about the outside world and indulge in some well-deserved self-care.

Nearest public transport:

Chelmsford station is just a 9-minute walk away, so you'll have no problem keeping connected.

The team:

With their years of experience, this maestro of massage is committed to providing an exceptional experience, ensuring that each visit to the retreat is a journey into relaxation, vitality, and empowerment.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Restorative, professional and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Massages that will leave you feeling rejuvenated, revitalized, and deeply refreshed.
• Brands and products used: Known for its steadfast commitment to using vegan, organic and cruelty-free products, this salon ensures that each treatment is as eco-conscious as it is nourishing.
• The extra touches: At Equilibrium Massage & Holistic Therapies, the spa-like serenity is complemented by an array of free refreshments. This combination of luxury and comfort ensures a rejuvenating experience for all.

Find all you need to make your skin glow at Essencia Health & Beauty Clinic in Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, specialists in advanced skin treatments, body treatments, facials, waxing and much more.

This light-flooded space is an elegantly furnished converted methodist chapel and is designed for you to unwind and enjoy pure pampering.

The clinic opened its doors way back in 2005 and houses a team who have more than 32 years in the industry, which they pair with leading technology and brands such as Skeyndor, Sienna X, CACI and Uniqcure.

Reaching your appointment is simple, with free parking outside, a bus stop only minutes away and access for wheelchairs, there's no excuse not to indulge in a body-boosting moment.

Set in Brookside Farm Retreat in Essex. Packages upon request. Wide range of treatments to choose from. Tranquil environment with free customer parking and local country restaurant with Al-Fresco dining available. Dog friendly, overnight stays on offer

Visit Mind Body And Spirit For A Spa Experience Not Far From Your Doorstep.
Salon located in the Outbuilding adjacent to house.

important instructions to farm:

Don’t take the numbered sliproad off Curtis mill lane

Keep going, bare left at the fork

Keep going til

You see a tiny bridge go over bridge

Brookside farm is 1st house on the right

Look for the sign Mind,Body and Spirit.

Step into Beauty Treatments @ The Glow Bar in St Johns, Colchester, where luxury meets relaxation! Whether you're looking for a rejuvenating facial, a flawless manicure or a full body pampering session, our expert team is here to give you a glow that lasts. Immerse yourself in a tranquil, welcoming space and let us take care of all your beauty needs. Your ultimate beauty destination awaits you.

Nearest public transport:
The venue is conveniently situated close to plenty of public transport options. Free parking is also available nearby.

The Team:
Jade-Marie is a skilled beautician who brings years of expertise and a personal touch to every treatment. She's super precise and detail-oriented, so you can be sure you'll leave feeling your absolute best. She'll make sure you get the exact treatment you need, whether you're after a relaxing facial or a bold new look.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Calm, clean and friendly.
• Specialises in: Manicures, pedicures and waxing.

Refresh and revitalise at MBS The Mind Body & Soul in Colchester, a health, beauty and wellness centre with a diverse array of treatments on offer.

A modern and tranquil space boasting 17 private treatment rooms, here you'll find all you need under one roof for a nurturing session of self-care.

The team prides themselves on delivering safe and effective treatments that restore your mind, body and soul to their best.

Alongside beauty classics like manis, pedis, lash extensions and waxing, they provide advanced facials using products from renowned brands like Skinceuticals and CACI. Each treatment is tailored to ensure you receive maximum results.

The venue can be found on Gosbecks Road, a 10-15 minute drive from Colchester town centre. Plenty of free parking is available.

Wheelchair accessible.

Located in the charming town of Basildon, Lux Medispa is a top-tier Beauty salon that is committed to providing premium beauty services. This venue has become a favourite for those who appreciate high-quality treatments in a serene environment.

The team

The venue prides itself on its dedicated small team of staff members. These professionals go above and beyond to ensure that all clients are well taken care of, providing an exceptional level of service that caters to each individual's needs and desires.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: tranquil, welcoming, professional
• Specialises in: hair treatments

Makeup P£cks Nails is your trustworthy, go-to in Grays, Essex for all your mani-pedi, nail extensions, and makeup artistry needs.

Whether you're looking for a luxury manicure, a lick of Shellac polish on your toes, or a full set of ombre extensions, the nail technician is happy to provide you with whichever treatment you desire, using the products of your choice from OPI, Gelish or NailsInc.

If you're attending an event, they also offer you makeup services to suits all styles, using recognised brands such as MAC, Kiko, or Morphe.

Established in 2014, the salon prides itself on providing the best services in a friendly, calm atmosphere.

The venue is decorated in bright whites and luscious wine reds, with comfortable furnishing to match, to ensure you have a relaxing experience. There are a few bus stops nearby, and Grays station is only a 5-minute walk away.

Head over to Makeup P£cks Nails, and you'll walk out feeling and looking fantastic.

This venue is not wheelchair accessible. Paid street parking is available.

Welcome to All About the Hair, your premier destination for hairdressing excellence nestled in the heart of Colchester, Essex. Step into our stylish salon and embark on a journey of transformation and beauty. Our talented team of hairstylists is dedicated to crafting personalized looks that perfectly complement your unique style and personality. From chic cuts to vibrant color transformations, we offer a wide range of hairdressing treatments tailored to your individual needs. At All About the Hair, we strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where you can relax, unwind, and leave feeling fabulous every time.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based on Colchester Road White Colne, with local bus routes nearby.

The Team:

They are highly trained hairdressers, with many years of experience under their belt.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Tranquil and professional.
• Specialises in: Hairdressing.
• The extra: They are masters at their work.