The Quiet Path:

A Contemplative Writing Retreat

October 16-19, 2025

Rolling Ridge Retreat Center | North Andover, MA

Step into Stillness. Walk the labyrinths. Write from the Deep.

In the golden hush of autumn, join me for three days (Thursday at 5pm - Sunday at Noon) of tranquil, creative expansion at Rolling Ridge’s Carriage House. This retreat is designed for writers, poets, and seekers of sanctuary—time to write, reflect, and connect with kindred spirits in a setting that invites deep listening to both the world and yourself. No experience necessary - this is designed to help you generate work and give yourself a much needed break.

What can I expect?

  • Guided Morning Sessions (not too early) – Writing prompts and a gentle structure to open creative flow and get you warmed up for the day

  • Unstructured Writing Time – Spacious afternoons to sink into deep work or explore the land

  • Evening Salons – Poetry readings, storytelling, and shared conversation

  • Seasonal Nourishment – Thoughtfully prepared meals served in the main house (dietary restrictions will be accommodated within reason)

  • Rest & Reflection – Optional movement, walks, and contemplative practices

This is not a critique-heavy retreat—it is a space for creative unfolding, where the quiet of the season can seep into your work.

There is a quality of work that can be written only when we really give ourselves over to it. Retreats are amazing for opening new creative doors and for going deeper than you can go on your own.

If you’re craving…

  • lazy afternoons and rambling conversations that happen organically when creative people get together,

  • sitting around a beautifully lit table breaking bread and laughing,

  • telling our stories around a fire,

  • adventure, new views, beautiful colors and great energy to feed the creative fire, 

  • but also, a lot of down time and quiet to rest, write, and rejuvenate

If you’re feeling creatively depleted, restless, or in need of new friends and colleagues who care about writing the way you do, consider giving yourself this gift.

This is a smaller retreat with space for just 10 participants so if you’re called to it, don’t wait to sign up! (My previous retreats have sold out within a couple days of launching)

About your host (that’s me!)

The Setting

Rolling Ridge is a beautiful retreat center on a secluded peninsula, surrounded by walking trails and overlooking Lake Cochichewick. The historic Carriage House will be our home, offering cozy accommodations, nourishing meals, and quiet spaces to write and rest.

Imagine this with all the trees turning for fall!!!!

Retreat Schedule

(subject to shifts based on the needs of the group)

  • Thursday: Arrival, Welcome Dinner, Opening Circle

  • Friday & Saturday: Guided morning sessions, open writing time, optional small group feedback, evening salons, firepit

  • Sunday: Closing reflections, departure after brunch

Accommodations & Pricing

Only 10 spots available. The first floor has six bedrooms with two twin beds each and four full-sized private hall bathrooms. The second floor has two bedrooms with two twin beds each, and two full-sized private hall bathrooms. Each room has individually controlled heat and AC.

Rates are per person and include lodging, all meals, and full retreat programming.

  • Single Room (You get the whole room but there are still 2 twin beds): $1,500 per person - 6 available

  • Shared Room (2 beds): $1,100 per person - 4 spots available

A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required to hold your spot, with full payment due by Aug 31st. Payment plans available upon request.

What’s NOT Included?

  • Travel to or from the retreat - please do consider this as the house is located about an hour from Boston Logan Airport (you may want to find people to carpool with!)

  • alcohol - the retreat center is dry and I am sober, so …yeah.