The Exhale: Hygge Summer Edition

  • Coziness

  • Contentment

  • Community

June 5-8

Galena, IL

$950-$1350 $1150-1550

Early Bird Rates Now Available

Slow all the way down at our Hygge Retreat, where doing nothing is the ultimate goal. Immerse yourself in this cozy Danish vibe as you unwind in a serene setting. Enjoy leisurely mornings with coffee on the terrace, indulge in soothing self-care activities, and embrace the art of simply being. Experience collective care in a space designed for laughter, storytelling, and genuine relaxation. Leave the hustle behind and rediscover the joy of taking it easy—you deserve this blissful escape!

We will have the entire property to ourselves for a fully restorative weekend.

10 women. 3 nights. 2 hours from Chicago.

An eternity away from the grind.

  • Arrive at The Linden anytime after 4pm and get cozy. Enjoy a few hours to explore the house and the grounds, relax in the hot tub, take a nap, the choice is yours.

    Dinner with the group will be a chance to nourish yourself with good food and great company. After dinner, gather at the fire pit, find a quiet place to read or grab a few friends to watch a movie. Your nervous system is starting to calm down. Take a deep breath and enjoy.

  • Awaken to the calm and tranquility of our home for the weekend. Take it slow. Coffee on the deck. Breakfast made to order. A hot shower or a bath. Give yourself the gift of a luxurious morning.

    Once you've eased into the day, we will gather for the transformative power of a sound bath, where soothing vibrations and harmonious tones will wash over you, promoting deep relaxation and tranquility.

    Lunch will nourish and replenish us, then we give connect with our bodies through gentle yoga. We'll be guided through postures for calming the mind and body, allowing you to release tension and restore balance.

    Enjoy a few hours on your own. Ask yourself what you need and honor the answer.

    Dinner tonight will offer a chance to reflect together on how if feels to engage in uninterrupted rest. What gets in the way? What happens when we give ourselves permission?

    After dinner you can choose to stay up late or go to bed early. Hang out in the hot tub or cozy up with a book. Chat with friends or find a quiet space on your own. What do you need? Take it!

  • You’ll awake today feeling a little more grounded and a little more restored. Your nervous system is being rewired to relax. Enjoy breakfast at your own pace, and explore our gorgeous space.

    We will gather before lunch to experience the gentle healing energy of Reiki, leaving you feel grounded, and centered. Once our energy is balanced, we’ll nourish our hearts bodies with lunch and connection.

    After lunch you can choose to do absolutely nothing, tap into your creativity with our art supplies or join us for an easeful hike in the Galena Territory. Private 30 minute Reiki sessions are available at an additional cost. Pre-book this service.

    Dinner tonight will be an opportunity to connect with the group and explore how you might be able to integrate new insights into your daily routine. How can we take this feeling with us?

    A late night dip in the hot tub? Hanging out by the fire pit? A pool tournament? Movie night? The choice is yours.

  • Wake up feeling replenished and reconnected with yourself. Take it easy. Savor brunch with the group and integrate the restorative practices that we've discovered.

    We'll head back home with a renewed sense of who we are, what we need and how to show up for ourselves.

    Checkout is at 11am.

    • Three nights lux accommodation in a stunning home in the woods (Ensuite rooms, hot tub, fire pit, cozy spaces)

    • Three breakfasts, Two lunches, Three dinners

    • Sound Bath

    • Gentle Yoga

    • Reiki Healing

    • Local hiking

    • Creative Arts

    • Cozy Hygge Gift Basket

    • Permission to disconnect and do nothing at all

Itinerary is subject to change.

Optional private Reiki session is an additional cost.

The Linden…our home for the weekend.

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