Blue Ridge Mountains Retreat
About This Retreat
This October, join Coastal Alchemy in the Blue Ridge Mountains for an intimate weekend designed around belonging.
Imagine crisp mountain mornings with a warm cup of coffee, leaves beginning to change, evenings gathered around the campfire, and the kind of conversations that remind you how good it feels to be surrounded by women who genuinely want to get to know one another.
Over three days, we'll slow down, explore nature, share nourishing meals, move our bodies, create together, and leave with friendships that extend far beyond the weekend.
Space is intentionally limited, creating room for every guest to feel seen, known, and welcomed.
Why We Created This Weekend
Some of the most meaningful friendships are built through shared experiences, yet as adults, those opportunities become increasingly rare.
That's why we created a weekend where connection can happen naturally around a dinner table, on a mountain trail, over coffee, or beside a campfire beneath the stars.
Between careers, families, responsibilities, and everyday life, you deserve a community that makes it easy to slow down, show up as yourself, and simply enjoy good company.
What's Included
Whether you're joining us with a friend or arriving solo, we've designed a variety of accommodations to fit different travel styles and budgets.
Every retreat package includes:
Two nights of accommodations
Five nourishing meals (2 breakfasts, 2 dinners & 1 lunch)
Morning yoga and an evening restorative practice
Guided nature experiences
Creative workshops
Coffee and pastries from Recess
Campfire conversations
All retreat experiences and thoughtfully curated touches throughout the weekend
Simply choose the accommodations that feel right for you, and we'll take care of the rest.
Exterior of Main House
Main House King Room
Exterior of Creekside Cabin
Interior of Creekside Cabin
Creekside Cabin Room
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Interior of the Tiny Cabin
Sample Itinerary
Thursday
Arrival & Check-In
Welcome Circle
Family-Style Dinner
Restorative Yoga
Friday
Morning Yoga
Breakfast
Mindful Hike
Lunch
Recess Coffee & Pastries
Creative Workshop
Dinner
Campfire Conversations & S'mores
Saturday
Morning Movement
Breakfast
Closing Circle
Departure
Please note: This itinerary is a sample and may be adjusted slightly as we finalize the weekend.
Meet Your Hosts
Lindsay
Lindsay is the founder of Coastal Alchemy and a certified yoga teacher who believes meaningful relationships are built through thoughtfully curated experiences. For years, she's been bringing women together through community events designed to make connection feel natural, welcoming, and fun. Throughout the weekend, Lindsay will guide yoga practices while creating space for genuine conversations, shared experiences, and the kind of belonging that stays with you long after the retreat ends.
Madison
Madison is a certified Forest Therapy Guide with a gift for helping people slow down, reconnect with nature, and rediscover wonder in the seemingly ordinary. Her approach is rooted in curiosity, creativity, and authentic connection, bringing a thoughtful, grounded presence to the weekend's nature experiences.
Together, we've designed a weekend that blends adventure, rest, and meaningful connection.
Extend Your Mountain Getaway
While the retreat officially concludes Saturday afternoon, we'd love to keep the weekend going.
For anyone interested, we'll organize an optional Saturday evening in downtown Asheville, including hotel recommendations (or a group hotel block if there's enough interest) and a group dinner so we can continue exploring, connecting, and enjoying one of our favorite cities together.
Whether you head home after the retreat or turn it into a long weekend, October is one of the most beautiful times of year to experience North Carolina.
Transportation
Flying
We recommend flying into Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), located approximately 35–45 minutes from the retreat property. American Airlines offers nonstop service from Philadelphia (PHL), making it the easiest option for many of our Mid-Atlantic guests.
If Asheville doesn't offer the best schedule or fare from your home airport, Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is an excellent alternative, located approximately 2 hours from the retreat with numerous nonstop flights from both Philadelphia (PHL), Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and other international airports.
About a month before the retreat, we'll create a private guest group where attendees can coordinate carpools and airport rides if they'd like to share transportation. Rental cars are also available at both airports.
Flights and rental cars are not included in your retreat package.
Please wait to book your flights until your retreat registration has been confirmed.
Travel Tip: We recommend using Google Flights to compare fares and set price alerts for the best deals.
Driving
The retreat is located in Old Fort, NC, approximately 45 minutes from downtown Asheville. Complimentary parking is available for all guests.
Approximate drive times:
Asheville, NC – 45 minutes
Charlotte, NC – 2 hours
Wilmington, DE – 9-10 hours
Driving from the same area? We'll be happy to connect guests who are interested in coordinating a carpool.
Reserve Your Spot
All retreat package pricing is per person, including shared accommodation options.
Pay in Full
Select your preferred accommodation and complete your payment directly through Luma.
Reserve with a $350 Deposit
Prefer to split your payments? A $350 nonrefundable deposit can be submitted via Venmo or Zelle to reserve your spot. Your deposit will be applied toward the total cost of your retreat package, with the remaining balance due September 1, 2026.
To reserve with a deposit, do not complete payment through Luma. Instead, email hello@coastalalchemy.co with your preferred accommodation. We'll confirm availability and send you the Venmo or Zelle payment details.
Your accommodation is not confirmed until your deposit has been received.
We can't wait to welcome you to the mountains!