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Fall Sanctuary: A Women's Wellbeing Retreat

October 23 - 26, 2025

Woodstock, VT, United States

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Hosted By

Sarah O'Brien Hammond

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3 nights, 4 days

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9 person retreat

Highlights

  • Your all-inclusive retreat features all meals, lodging, mindfulness, gentle movement, relaxation, and ample time for play and creativity.

Details

Welcome to Fall Sanctuary, a retreat that invites you to pause, to return, to receive after a busy, full summer season. Set amidst the serene beauty of Vermont, this retreat is an invitation for women seeking wellness, connection, and relaxation. Your home for the weekend is nestled in the hills above Woodstock, VT, with 186 acres of grassy fields, Vermont hills, and beautiful woods. There is a labyrinth for meditation, a swimming pond, flower gardens, a yoga room in a greenhouse, and hiking/mountain biking trails, as well as ample indoor space in a beautiful and peaceful home. Your retreat will include some gentle movement, creative play, peaceful stillness, nourishing foods, meaningful connections, and the healing beauty of nature. Through intentional practices and experiences, you'll find clarity and create space for rest and renewal. You’ll leave feeling rested, rejuvenated, and deeply connected to yourself, community, and nature. Over the course of the weekend, we’ll create space for reflection, stillness, and restoration. You’ll come away with incredible memories, friendships, and a renewed sense of self. You'll experience: - Relaxation - Guided mindfulness practices - Gentle movement - Play and creativity - Nourishment - Community

Location

Woodstock, VT, United States

Woodstock, Vermont, nestled in the heart of the Green Mountains, is a quintessential New England town renowned for its charming blend of natural beauty and historic charm. Known for its picturesque landscapes, Woodstock features rolling hills, covered bridges, and the serene Ottauquechee River. The town's vibrant center is lined with quaint shops, art galleries, and cozy cafes, all set against the backdrop of beautifully preserved 19th-century architecture. Notable attractions include the Billings Farm & Museum, which offers insights into Vermont's rural heritage, and Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, showcasing conservation history and stunning trails. Throughout the year, Woodstock hosts various festivals and events that celebrate local culture and community spirit. With its welcoming atmosphere and scenic surroundings, Woodstock is a delightful destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or an exploration of Vermont's rich history and natural splendor.

Venue

Leading Fields

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Leading Fields is a unique short-term rental property, a perfect place to retreat. People need a place to "retreat, celebrate, rejuvenate" to find solace, sanctuary, and peace; to relax, renew and reflect. A place where retreating will lead to advancing, with space to breathe freely. A place to explore their inner creative selves and to connect with nature, Leading Fields provides this. A privately owned home in the hills above Woodstock, VT with 186 acres of grassy fields, Vermont hills, and beautiful woods. There is a labyrinth for meditation, a swimming pond, flower gardens, a yoga room in a greenhouse, and hiking/mountain biking trails, as well as ample indoor space in a beautiful and peaceful home. Leading Fields is the perfect place for a small group of family or friends to retreat. Yoga, meditation, wellness, writing, painting, drawing, and music are all possible during your stay. Assistance planning your experience at Leading Fields is available. The home has been renovated with love by the owner, who wanted to preserve her grandmother's land in her spirit. Her grandmother was a sculptor and her soulful work is on display. It's likely that you've already experienced the magic that happens when we take time out of our busy lives to visit a beautiful landscape, well Leading Fields is the perfect place to find your inner magic.

A/C in Rooms

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Laundry

Laundry

Towels

Towels

Kitchen

Kitchen

Free Parking

Free Parking

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Heating

TV

TV

Hairdryer

Hairdryer

Fire Pit

Fire Pit

Accommodation

Main House Upstairs Shared Bedroom with Own Bathroom

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2-person shared room

$1,475 USD / person

Annex - shared bedroom with shared bathroom

4 Spots Left

2-person shared room

$1,475 USD / person

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You will be nestled in the hills above Woodstock, VT with 186 acres of grassy fields, Vermont hills, and beautiful woods. There is a labyrinth for meditation, a swimming pond, flower gardens, a yoga room in a greenhouse, and hiking/mountain biking trails, as well as ample indoor space in a beautiful, luxurious, comforting, and peaceful home. The main house has 2 shared bedrooms available, each with their own bathroom as well as access to all the common rooms (living rooms, kitchen, dining room, etc). The main house also has 2 private rooms on the main floor that share a bathroom and also have access to all the common rooms! The Annex, which is an apartment detached from the main house with it's own private entrance, has two shared bedrooms that share a common bathroom. The Annex has its own entrance and is great for folks who might want a bit more privacy. Great for a group of 4 who are traveling together or an opportunity for you to meet some new friends. There is also a comfy couch and living space along with a little kitchen with a tea kettle and coffee set up in one of the bedroom spaces. You will also have access to all the common areas of the main house as well!

Meals

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Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegan · Vegetarian

You can expect healthy and delicious meals throughout the weekend prepared with the intention of nourishing our whole being. All meals and snacks are included in the price of the retreat. The menu will be plant-forward with some meat options available. Vegan and vegetarian options are available. Think clean, light, and nourishing medicine for your body and soul! We will try and accommodate all your dietary restrictions.

Schedule

Imagine a weekend where your only job is to breathe, be, and receive. This three-night women's wellness retreat is your invitation to step away from the daily grind and into a space of deep nourishment, connection, and renewal. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be wrapped in a cocoon of love, kindness, and compassion—a sanctuary designed to restore your mind, body, and spirit. No planning, no stress—we've taken care of everything. We've curated a perfect blend of movement and stillness, play and reflection, connection and solitude—all designed to help you reconnect with yourself, others, and the natural world around you. - Flow through gentle movement and meditation. - Savor nourishing meals that fuel both body and soul. - Engage in heartfelt conversations and meaningful silence. - Rediscover the joy of simply being. This retreat isn’t just a getaway—it’s a coming home to yourself. Are you ready to receive the rest and renewal you so deeply deserve?

Host

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Sarah O'Brien Hammond

United States

Sarah resisted meditation for years, avoiding it at all costs. She filled her days with constant busyness, confident that her endless ‘doing’ would eventually lead to the pot of gold at the end of the...

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What's Included

Accommodation

All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

All scheduled programming and activities

Not Included

Transportation to and from the retreat

Optional extras: any personal purchases, extra activities, or excursions outside the retreat program

FAQs

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 90 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 90 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 90 days before the retreat begins.