This October, before the biggest fantasy release of the year, escape to a private estate in wine country for a retreat written just for you: sacred reading time, candlelit feasting, flower crowns at golden hour, and the theories session your group chat isn't ready for.
You Know Who You Are
You've finished the series. All of it. You have opinions about certain bat-winged males that you can only share with people who've earned them. Your annotated copy is more tab than page. And you've spent years wishing someone would create an escape where reading is the plan, not the thing you squeeze around the plan.
We did.
Three Days in the Spring Court
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The Arrival
- Rose Spritz at check-in.
- Fae Killer archery practice.
- Make new friends during a unique wine tasting, including wines from the courts, each with a story.
- Grazing feast featuring local produce.
- Fireside Reading Session.
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The Big Day
- Optional morning movement - Reformer Pilates or Valkyrie Dance Fitness.
- Indulgent breakfast.
- Sacred Reading Time, a whole morning where the only agenda is your book.
- Afternoon Craft Court - bedazzle your special edition, paint a book tote, or keep reading.
- Mind Stilling Sound Bath
- Flower Crown workshop with bubbles at golden hour
- The Calanmai Rose Ball, a candlelit dinner that carries into the night.
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The Theories Court
- Optional morning movement - Reformer Pilates or Valkyrie Dance Fitness.
- Indulgent breakfast.
- Seer Prophecies (Book 6 Theories) Session - predictions, ships, and sealed envelopes we'll reopen together when book six lands, winner takes the crown.
- A farewell lunch, and your blind-date book to take home.
Optional massages during reading time. Everything is optional.
Where You'll Stay
A private estate, exclusively ours, with gardens made for October: spring in full bloom, long golden hours, and reading corners in every direction. Two nights, every meal, every experience, included.
Hosted by People Who've Done This a Thousand Times
For nearly a decade, Stay n' Sip has created the Hunter Valley's most-loved wine experiences, over 1,000 five-star reviews from guests who came for a tasting and left with a story. This retreat brings everything we know about hosting to the escape we always wished existed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have read the series?
This retreat is designed for readers who've finished all five books, the theories session is gloriously spoiler-heavy. If you're mid-series, we'd love to see you at a future retreat (join the list!).
Can I come alone?
Absolutely, many guests do. Between the long table, the Craft Court, and twenty people who love the same books, you won't be a stranger for long. Private rooms are made for solo travellers; twin share can also pair you with another solo reader on request.
What's included?
Everything: two nights' accommodation, all meals and drinks including the hosted tasting and Rose Ball, every activity and class, and your welcome gift. The only extras are optional massages, bookable when tickets open.
What should I bring?
Your current read, a book you'd like to bedazzle, activewear if you fancy the morning classes, and something you'd love to wear to a candlelit ball. A full packing note comes with your booking.
I have dietary requirements.
Easily done, we cater for all requirements, and you'll complete a preferences form after booking.
What if I can't make it after booking?
Deposits are transferable to another guest any time, so your bestie can take your place. Full terms come with your booking pack.
Be the First Through the Gates
Bookings open soon. The interest list hears everything first: the full retreat package, exact dates, and ticket access before anyone else.
