Tucked away in the pine-lined forests of western Maine, Santosha, a Gilded Age Estate, slopes gracefully down to the shores of the wild Carrabassett River. We invite you to join us this summer at this spectacular location to relax, connect with yourself, and deepen your practice.
This is the ideal setting to slow down, re-align and re-energize physically, mentally and emotionally. Without the distractions, responsibilities and stresses of daily life, touch the depth of your practice, gain perspective, and weave new insight into the way you live your life.
We will lead two daily extended yoga classes suitable for all levels — an active asana class in the morning, and a restorative and pranayama practice in the evening. As the week progresses, we will build upon a steady foundation of fundamental principles, towards a deeper, more refined practice that addresses individual needs, and develops each student’s skills and abilities. If you have any physical issues or injuries, we will help you modify for them.
OFFERINGS AT SANTOSHA:
Spacious gathering spaces, including the vaulted Great Room with stone fireplace, skylights, and plenty of classic board games; Library nook to curl up with a good book; and historic Music Room with the estate’s original Chickering piano.
Cozy Healing Arts cabin and dedicated Healing Arts practitioners who provide treatments, including massage, Reiki, craniosacral therapy, facials and Ayurveda counseling.
Cedar barrel sauna, cedar jacuzzi, and fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs tucked among the tall pines.
Graceful historic gardens leading down to the estate’s green clay tennis and pickleball court
Direct access to the Carrabassett River for braving a cold plunge or spending a lazy afternoon at the valley’s best swimming hole along the secret wooded Girls’ Beach.
Adorable (and tiny!) downtown Kingfield, featuring a craft cidery, candy shop, Marmee Dearest’s espresso shop, artisans’ guild, and more.
Excursions, ranging from kayaking to whitewater rafting to hiking to forest bathing to waterskiing to craft beer tasting and more.
Referrals for group transportation from Boston (3.5 hours) and Portland (2 hours) available.
Please note, our retreat is designed to be a transformative experience and not just a holiday with yoga. As a participant, this means being prepared to work and cultivate one's awareness in class and beyond. Please keep in mind that the focus is mainly on the yoga practice and this should be mindfully considered when/if planning excursions.
ACCOMODATIONS:
Elegantly appointed guest rooms are available for shared or individual occupancy. The rooms are freshly renovated and air conditioned, each with its own ensuite washroom, luxury towels and bedding, as well as amenities and sundries.
Main House:
Graceful historic guest rooms with king-sized beds and ensuite washrooms. Original tin ceilings. Curated décor evokes the Gilded Age of ornate craft furniture married with bold period walls and crystal chandeliers. Located on the second floor of the Main House, guests should be comfortable with stairs to access these rooms.
Carriage House - Queen Rooms:
Spacious guest rooms with queen sized-beds and ensuite washrooms. Soothing hues of Maine’s purple mountains at twilight. Crystal chandeliers. Bright rugs juxtaposed against a moody period palette. Hand-hewn writing desks made from trees reclaimed from the Androscoggin River.
Carriage House - Double Rooms:
Spacious guest rooms with two double beds and ensuite washrooms. Stylistically similar to the Queen Rooms, the Double Rooms feature soothing hues of Maine’s purple mountains at twilight. Crystal chandeliers. Bright rugs juxtaposed against moody period palette. Hand-hewn writing desks made from trees reclaimed from the Androscoggin River.
All rooms include:
Freshly renovated, private ensuite washrooms
Soft cotton linens, ample quilts, and plush towels
New memory foam mattresses and hypoallergenic pillows
Homemade hypoallergenic soaps, lotions, and sundries
Sustainable wooden floral arrangements by local artisan K. Castillones Chenery
Hairdryer and wall clock
Complimentary high-speed WiFi
Independently controlled heating and air conditioning
PRICING:
Prices range from $2,450 for a shared room to $3675 depending on type of room. This includes all yoga classes, meals, and seven nights accommodation. It does not include airfare, ground transportation, excursions, spa therapies, or purchased drinks.
Carriage House Double (2 double beds):
$2,450 shared per person
Carriage House Queen:
$3,375 single
$2,875 shared per person
Main House King:
$3,675 single
$3,175 shared per person
*An Early Bird Discount of $100 is available through November 15, 2026.
TO REGISTER:
Please fill out and submit this registration form, noting your room preference. A $500 deposit is required to hold your space in our retreat at Santosha. A full refund of the deposit will be given for cancellations made in writing before January 21, 2027. Full payment is due on March 21, 2027.
Please note that space is limited, and book early to avoid disappointment.
TRAVEL TIPS:
The travel days are June 21 and 28. On June 21 check-in from 3pm. There will then be an orientation at 6pm followed by dinner at 7pm. On June 28, there will be breakfast (but no yoga class) prior to departure.
Various travel options are available, including driving directly to Santosha, or flying into Portland where ground transportation to the retreat center can be arranged.
Please feel free to email us at Eve & Neta with any questions.
To learn more about Santosha, please visit their website.
Schedule for A Typical Day*:
6:30-7:15AM Light breakfast of fruit, toast, tea, coffee.
8:00-10:00AM Asana Class
Brunch right after class
Free time for relaxing, swimming, excursions, spa treatments, etc.
2:00PM Light Lunch
5:00-6:30PM Restorative & Pranayama Class
7:00PM Dinner
*Schedule is subject to change
For more information about Santosha: https://santosha.org/
We hope you will join us!
