Who we are:
the hearts and minds behind your retreat
Our premise is simple: genuine care. At the Mangosteen, owners Rose & Hajo von Keller, together with their daughter Earth, lead a close-knit team of Ayurvedic doctors, yoga instructors, and spa therapists, making wellness feel personal and effortlessly enriching. Our two resident Ayurvedic doctors (BAMS) design and oversee our programmes, our teachers lead daily yoga sessions, and our spa and front-of-house teams keep every detail running smoothly.
family hosts, next generation leadership
From day one, Rose and Hajo have shaped an adults-only hilltop hideaway where authentic Ayurveda, yoga, and wellness meet. In February 2023, their daughter Apissara (“Earth”) joined the family business.
Meet the team
Dr Nezeem blends classical training with international experience. Specialising in Marma Therapy and highly skilled in Nadi Pariksha, he brings both expertise and compassion to help restore balance and vitality.
With over ten years of experience, Dr Megha specialises in Panchakarma, detox, and holistic lifestyle medicine. Also a certified yoga teacher, she incorporates yoga, chakra balancing, and nutrition into personalised treatment plans.
Ajith, from an Ayurvedic lineage spanning 200 years, brings over 20 years of practical experience. He specialises in Panchakarma and deep-tissue therapy, focusing on relieving tension and improving energy flow.
A Thai traditional medicine doctor and our spa manager, Dr Pim combines expertise in herbal remedies and massage. With a deep passion for natural healing, she crafts a holistic spa experience firmly rooted in Thai tradition.
Certified in Hatha and Yoga Therapy, Orlando’s breath-focused classes blend Hatha, Vinyasa, and Yin styles. His sessions are designed to promote alignment, release tension, and restore inner calm.
Kirstin teaches Restorative and Yin yoga, as well as mindfulness and meditation. Since 2014, she has integrated yoga, energy work, and holistic wellness to help guests slow down, unwind, and reconnect with themselves.
Koong specialises in Vinyasa Flow. Her classes are steady, smooth, and mindful, offering a moving meditation that cultivates both strength and inner focus.
Dao integrates Hatha, Yin, and Vinyasa practices with sound healing, guiding students toward ease and clarity through mindful movement and the resonance of crystal bowls.
Nuya offers Acro, Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Aerial, and Restorative yoga classes that balance creativity and support. She guides students to build strength, flexibility, and confidence both in and out of class.
A yoga instructor and Reiki healer, Pin leads energising, music-infused classes that weave together breathwork, meditation, and movement, leaving students feeling clear-minded, renewed, and uplifted.
With a background in sport and Muay Thai, Maria offers yoga for all levels. She blends challenge and gentleness to cultivate resilience, flexibility, and greater body awareness.
Ann has trained extensively in Thailand and India. She teaches with precision, mindful pacing, and energy, helping guests connect body and mind through yoga.
For over seven years, Esmeralda has supported guests managing anxiety, stress, ADHD, and depression. Using chakra balancing and holistic techniques, she designs programmes that restore clarity and inner peace.
From Kerala, Bindhu brings eight years of experience in authentic Ayurvedic treatments, blending traditional wisdom with practical guidance to support everyday well-being.
With 15 years of experience, Anju specialises in Marma Therapy, chakra balancing, and head massage, providing precise treatments with a calming touch.
Originally from Si Sa Ket, Nui is trained in Abhyanga and oil massage. She tailors her massage pressure to each guest, creating a calm, reassuring, and relaxing atmosphere.
Jea, from Nakhon Phanom, is an experienced spa supervisor skilled in Thai massage and Ayurvedic treatments. A valued member of the team since 2009, she brings expertise, friendliness, and reliability to the Mangosteen.
Apple, from Mukdahan, is a friendly and upbeat Ayurvedic therapist, devoted to bringing relaxation and joy to every guest through her skilled hands and uplifting presence.
Bee brings extensive experience from several exclusive wellness resorts before joining the Mangosteen. Skilled in weight-loss massage and customised bodywork, she has been delivering focused, effective sessions here since 2018.