An intimate winter retreat for women
The
Wintering
Come be nourished.
An intimate winter retreat at The Pond. Time to turn inward, settle into your body, and let yourself receive in the company of women who are ready to receive, too.
DECEMBER 10–14, 2026 · SEDGWICK, MAINE
Come winter with us ↗Five women. Four nights. Room to come back to yourself.
A note from Libby
My love,
come be cared for.
Before the holiday gatherings, the planning, and the very familiar pull to make everything lovely for everyone else, I want us to have some time that belongs to us.
If you’re used to being the woman who remembers what everyone needs, I want you to imagine a few days where someone has thought about what you might need. A warm meal. A massage. A long soak. Women to laugh with, and permission to take some time to yourself without having to explain it.
I’m inviting a small group of women to join me at The Pond in coastal Maine. I’m Libby Bunten, a trauma-informed somatic embodiment coach and the founder of Self Approval School. We’ll gather with nourishment at the center of our time together, and enough breathing room to notice what we actually need.
You can arrive tired. You can arrive delighted. You can arrive with absolutely no idea what you need, except a few days away from being the woman who handles everything.
I would love to have you here.
Love, Libby
The Pond · Walker Pond, Maine
Let the place
hold you, too.
An off-grid waterfront property tucked into the woods, with a comfortable guest house, a wood-fired sauna, and room to settle into a slower rhythm.
Woodland views, welcoming shared spaces, and the pond just beyond. Somewhere to put your bags down and stay awhile.
Breakfast, dinner, and snacks are included, bringing nourishment and time together into the rhythm of our days.
A deep soaking tub, blue walls, and the woods just outside the window. A little more room to exhale.
Soft bedding, welcoming details, and trees beyond the window. A place to come back to after a day of being nourished.
A cozy bedroom in the guest house, with space to curl up, put your feet up, and let the day be enough.
A little winter warmth
Take your time.
The wood-fired sauna is one of the property’s beautiful amenities. Think warmth, fresh air, and time to enjoy being here. Outdoor experiences will follow the weather and seasonal conditions.
The feeling of our time together
What happens when you have room to hear yourself?
We’ll root our time in nourishment, turning inward, and connection with other women. You don’t need to know anyone beforehand. The invitation is to listen to your own pace as we gather.
Nourishment you can receive
A bed to come back to, breakfast, dinner, and snacks, and time to enjoy the property. Let being cared for take up some space.
Room to turn inward
Our somatic embodiment work will have room for reflection and integration. There is no requirement to arrive with a breakthrough already planned.
Sisterhood, in person
Come as you are, whether you arrive on your own or with a friend. There will be time for conversation, laughter, and getting to know one another without pressure to share more than you want to.
A rhythm with breathing room
We’ll shape the details around this small group. Rest, connection, and your own yes and no belong in the experience.
The season & the sky
A moment for
listening inward.
As the days grow short, we’ll draw on the astrology of this timeframe as a symbolic companion to our gathering. The themes offer questions to sit with, alongside the wisdom of your own body.
Astrology is a reflective lens for this retreat. You don’t need any astrology knowledge to participate.
December 10 · Saturn turns direct in Aries
What helps me trust myself?
A prompt to explore boundaries, self leadership, and the commitments that feel true to you.
December 12 · Neptune turns direct in Aries
What am I ready to hear?
An invitation to give intuition and imagination some room, while staying connected to what you can feel and choose.
December 12 · Jupiter turns retrograde in Leo
What brings me alive from within?
A question about pleasure, creativity, and the desires you want to nourish for yourself.
Your invitation
A little space.
Just for you.
This intimate retreat welcomes women who want a few days of nourishment, rest, and connection before the holiday season. You don’t need to be part of The Sisterhood or have worked with me before. Early bird pricing is $1,950 per person when paid in full by November 11, 2026. The standard price is $2,250.
December 10–14, 2026
The Pond · Sedgwick, Maine
To ask about availability and arrange your booking, use the button to email me. I’ll confirm room arrangements and share payment details. You can also reach me at libby@libbybunten.com.
Your winter retreat
$1,950
per person · early bird
Paid in full by November 11, 2026
Standard retreat price: $2,250
- Four nights of accommodations
- Breakfast, dinner, and snacks
- A 75-minute massage for each participant from a trauma-informed massage therapist trained in somatic release
- Optional daily meditation/group experience
- Access to all property amenities
- Our retreat time together
Email Libby for availability and payment details. The early bird rate requires payment in full by November 11, 2026.
A few practical things
Before you pack.
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is for women who want time to rest, turn inward, and be nourished in a small group. You’re welcome whether you’re new to Libby’s work or have been part of this community for years. No Sisterhood membership or previous retreat experience is needed.
What is included in the price?
Accommodations for December 10–14, breakfast, dinner, and snacks, a 75-minute massage for each participant from a trauma-informed massage therapist trained in somatic release, optional daily meditation/group experience, access to all property amenities, and our retreat experience together. Lunch and transportation are not listed among the confirmed inclusions; ask Libby about arrangements before booking.
What are the sleeping and bathroom arrangements?
There are three private rooms and one shared loft room, with two shared bathrooms in total. Your individual room assignment will be confirmed with Libby before booking.
Do I need to know anything about astrology?
No. We’ll use it as an invitation for reflection. You can engage with the themes in whatever way feels useful to you.
How do I reserve my place?
Click “Ask about reserving” to email Libby about availability, room arrangements, and payment details. The early bird price is $1,950 per person when paid in full by November 11, 2026; the standard price is $2,250. Confirm cancellation terms and arrival and departure times before purchasing.
December 10–14 · The Pond
You have a place
in this invitation.
Come be nourished, my love.
I’d love to come ↗