Seoinjae
서인재
A 50-year-old Sokcho house restored by a former neuro physiotherapist and Pilates instructor who now hosts movement-meditation sessions. Sessions are 90 minutes, suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike, conducted on the garden deck (weather permitting) or at the host's Yeongnangho indoor studio. Mats and props provided. Walk-in visitors welcome alongside in-house guests. Whole-house overnight stays are bookable separately — see /stays/seoinjae.
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40-49 Beonyeong-ro 67beon-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
강원특별자치도 속초시 번영로67번길 40-49
The Story
The host grew up in Sokcho but lived in Seoul for 15–20 years. Watching her hometown develop, she felt the city needed a different kind of place to stay — somewhere people could really inhabit a Sokcho home. She bought a near-derelict 50-year-old house and self-renovated it. The plan was to use it herself; once the space took shape, she opened it up to guests.
“I hope this space becomes an opportunity for guests to reflect on themselves from an existential perspective.”
— Owner, Seoinjae
What They Stand For
I hope this space becomes an opportunity for guests to reflect on themselves from an existential perspective.
Behind the Signature
The host trained as a neuro-rehabilitation physiotherapist for six years, then worked as a Pilates instructor for fifteen. After burnout, she moved into meditation and somatic (movement) practice. Today she serves as president of the Korean Body-Mind Integration Association and has guided sessions for retired teachers and corporate audiences (including Google Korea). At Seoinjae she teaches a Korean lineage of movement meditation that approaches the body first, then the mind.
Local Tip
There's no TV. The neighborhood is intentionally quiet. The tea setup is meant to be used — sit on the deck, brew, look out at the garden. Spending an undirected hour here is the point.
Seasonal Note
Outdoor garden-deck sessions run when weather allows; rainy days move indoors to the Yeongnangho lake studio. Summer (July–August) is high season for stays; quieter shoulder weeks suit retreat-style visits.
For Travelers
Korean movement meditation is open to first-timers — the host adapts the session to your experience level. Beginners are welcomed in; experienced meditators get a fresh teacher's approach. Bookings via Airbnb; coordinate session times with the host directly after booking.
How to visit
A quick guide for first-time visitors.
Step 1
Book the stay through Airbnb
This venue is primarily a whole-house rental — booking goes through Airbnb, not a walk-in counter. Open the “Stay overnight here” link above to find the listing and reserve dates first.
Step 2
Ask the host about the class
Once your stay is confirmed, message the host directly via Airbnb to add the on-site session. Schedule and pricing live on the linked stay page; mats and props are typically provided.
Step 3
Ask questions freely
The host loves chatting with guests. Ask for local tips — you might leave with restaurant recommendations and travel advice on top of your stay.
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