The Dragonfly Our Story

The Dragonfly Our Story

The Dragonfly Retreat was born from a dream and seventeen years of dedication, transforming a simple ruin in the Andalusian countryside into a place of beauty, test, and inspiration. Built with love and vision, every corner fellelcts our journey—family, creativity. And faith woven into the walls, gardens, and spaces we now share with others, what began as a personal project has grown into a sanctuary where guests can pause, celebrate, and reconnect with what matters most,

The Dragonfly began as our dream, built with love and care. Today it is a place where souls are restored and hearts are joined. From retreats to weddings, every story here adds to its spirit — and it is our joy to welcome you into that story.

With love,
Mark & Lorriane King

From Retreats to “I Do”
The Dragonfly was first created as a place of stillness, healing, and togetherness. Over the years, it has grown into not only a sanctuary for retreats, but also a magical setting for weddings.

We believe the same spirit that makes a retreat meaningful — connection, beauty, and presence — is what makes a wedding unforgettable. Whether you come to restore your soul, celebrate your love, or both, The Dragonfly is here to hold your story.


🔗 Discover Weddings at The Dragonfly

The Dragonfly Retreat was born from a dream and seventeen years of dedication, transforming a simple ruin in the Andalusian countryside into a place of beauty, rest, and inspiration. Built with love and vision, every corner reflects our journey—family, creativity, and faith woven into the walls, gardens, and spaces we now share with others. What began as a personal project has grown into a sanctuary where guests can pause, celebrate, and reconnect with what matters most.

From Ruin to Retreat
When we first artived, the Dragonfly was little more than a ruin—broken walls, empty rooms, and wild land. Most would have seen only the challenges, but we saw the promise hidden within.

The Spanish Ruin

  • “Abandoned stone building in the Andalusian countryside before restoration, the starting point of The Dragonfly Retreat.”

    The Ruin We Found

  • “Empty rooms of a crumbling ruin at The Dragonfly Retreat, showing the first stages of transformation

    Breaking Ground

  • “Foundations being laid at The Dragonfly Retreat, early construction work turning ruins into a retreat.”

    A Vision Takes Root

  • “First stages of building the swimming pool at The Dragonfly Retreat Under construction swimming pool with concrete walls, filled with murky water, in a backyard with construction supplies..

    The Pool Begins

  • “Partially restored stone buildings of The Dragonfly Retreat, marking the transformation from ruin to sanctuary.”

    From Ruin to Retreat