Best East Coast Women's Retreats 2026

Women’s Retreat in Virginia to Rest, Heal, and Rediscover Yourself

If you’ve been craving a space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with who you are beneath the noise of daily life, The Rise & Radiate Women’s Retreat at Lake Anna was created for you. This 4-day, 3-night spring retreat blends yoga, women’s circles, creative expression, meditation, play, and breathtaking lakefront views into an unforgettable self-care experience.

Perfect for women seeking deep rest, emotional renewal, and genuine sisterhood, this Lake Anna retreat welcomes you exactly as you are, tired, overwhelmed, hopeful, curious, ready. Come spend a long weekend reconnecting with your inner light and rising gently into the next season of your life.

A Transformational Women’s Retreat at Lake Anna

Held in a serene lakefront home in Lake Anna, Virginia, this retreat is designed to help you:

  • Release stress

  • Restore your mind, body, and spirit

  • Reconnect with your purpose and intuition

  • Express your creativity

  • Build real, soul-level connections with other women

  • Rise and radiate into your next chapter

You’ll experience the perfect blend of nourishing structure and relaxed free time, with sunrise yoga, guided workshops, grounding meditation, intuitive art activities, and joyful sisterhood woven throughout each day.

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What’s Included

Everything You Need for a Fully Supported Weekend

    • 3 nights in a beautiful lakefront retreat home

    • All meals catered by a private chef

    • Daily yoga for gentle morning movement

    • Women’s circles + guided self-growth workshops

    • Creative therapeutic art sessions

    • Meditation + breathwork

    • Journaling prompts for clarity and reflection

    • Boudoir photoshoot experience

    • Optional add-on services for deeper healing

    • Time to rest, play, and reconnect with yourself

Who This Retreat Is For

This retreat is designed for women who want to:

  • Take a meaningful break from responsibilities

  • Heal burnout and emotional overwhelm

  • Rediscover joy, creativity, and intuition

  • Build friendships rooted in authenticity

  • Feel inspired and grounded heading into spring

  • Experience a weekend of connection, laughter, and renewal

Whether you’re new to retreats or a retreat regular, you will be supported, welcomed, and celebrated here.

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THE DETAILS + RESERVATION

Dates: Check in May 1st, 2026 – Checkout: Morning of May 4th, 2026 

Location: Lake Anna: Bumpass, VA

The Cost will include:

  • 3-night stay in a stunning Lake house with Paddle Boards and a hot tub.
  • Catered meals by a private Chef (all dietary restrictions handled with care)
  • Group workshops designed to support self-discovery, creativity, and confidence
  • Intuitive art and visioning practices
  • Meditation
  • Morning yoga
  • Empowerment boudoir photo shoot
  • Evening fun to let loose and play
  • Goodie-filled welcome bags
  • Time to unwind, explore, laugh, nap, swim, and just be

Optional Add-ons: Massages, Facials, Yoni Steams, Tarot Readings, Private Coaching

Nicole is passionate about supporting women in every way she can. That is why all hired services, products, speakers, and catering will be women-owned businesses.   

Investment & Registration:

Private Rooms:

  •  (SOLD OUT)

Shared Room:

  • Lower Bunk (Shared Room): $1000
  • Upper Bunk (Shared Room): $900

All rooms include cozy bedding, access to beautiful common spaces, lake views, and peaceful outdoor areas to unwind.

A $350 non-refundable deposit holds your spot. The remaining balance is due 45 days before check-in.

Payment plans are available to make this experience accessible. Just reach out to us via email.

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Shared room at retreat

The Retreat Experience

Imagine waking up to a quiet lake sunrise, moving gently through yoga, savoring a chef-prepared breakfast, and then diving into a circle of women who see and celebrate you. Imagine laughing until your cheeks hurt, taking time to rest, creating art that unlocks clarity and confidence, and ending the night feeling deeply connected to yourself and others.

That’s the heart of this retreat:
A space where you can soften, expand, and rise.

Friday:

  • 5:00pm Check-in
  • Evening Release Ritual + Connection

Saturday:

  • Morning Yoga & Breakfast
  • Group Workshop 1
  • Lunch and Free Time
  • Group Workshop 2
  • Free Time
  • Group Workshop 3
  • Dinner & Free Time

Sunday:

  • Morning Movement & Breakfast
  • Boudoir Shoots
  • Add-On Services
  • Creative Art Stations
  • Closing Reflection Circle

Monday:

  • Light breakfast + Goodbyes
  • 9:00am Checkout

FAQ Section

 
What is the age of the women who attend?

We get all adult ages from 21-67, and the majority are 35-50 years old. The age range makes this space even more special! 

Do I need experience with yoga or art?

Not at all. Every activity is beginner-friendly. Morning yoga is optional if you have restrictions.

Can I come alone?

Absolutely, in fact, most women come solo and leave with new friendships. Everyone feels nervous the first time. I promise that it will disappear on night 1! 

Are dietary needs supported?

Yes. Nicole takes food allergies very seriously and is educated in this area! All meals are catered with care. Please include dietary details in your registration form via email after you sign up. Feel free to email ahead to discuss as well. 

About your Women’s Retreat Host:

Hi beautiful!

I’m Nicole Hennessy, a certified life coach and therapeutic art coach.

Let me tell you where it all began. After 20 years of doing absolutely nothing for myself (hello, mom life), fully focused on taking care of my family and kids… I finally gave myself permission to go on a women’s retreat.

It changed my life forever.

When I came back, I was calmer, happier, more confident, and surprisingly, way more patient with my kids. It’s funny how taking a break and caring for yourself can make you an even better mom, partner, and friend.

That one retreat inspired me to create a space where other women could feel the same shift, and that is how The Hennessy’s House Retreats were born. We are now over 10 retreats in the last 5 years!

But here’s the catch: I’m not your average “wellness girly.” I don’t live and breathe green juice and daily sun salutations. I’m big on balance. We are not meant to be one thing; we’re layered, messy, soft, strong, wild, and tender all at once. 

I’m spiritual, but I welcome all beliefs (seriously, who am I to say I know what’s out there with certainty?). And yes, I cuss; if that offends you, I respect that. But I encourage you to show up exactly as you are, without fear of judgment, so I expect the same in return. Kisses.

Why am I telling you all this? Because you have to decide if my vibe is the right retreat host for you.

I will give you tools.
I will cry with you.
I will hold space so you feel safe to be your most authentic self.

But I will also sing terrible karaoke with you at night (wine in hand), laugh until we snort, hype you up before your boudoir shoot, and tell you just how hot and powerful you are (and how good your ass looks).

I’m playful and kind. I’m safe, and I’ll encourage you to take wild risks. I will never judge you, because that’s exactly what’s wrong with the world.

I cannot wait to meet the version of you that feels wild, free, and deeply loved. 

Best East Coast Women's Retreats 2026

Trust me when I tell you, I know how scary it can be to do something new.
But don’t fear, you’re in great hands.

This is the break you have been asking for and now it’s your turn to courageously give yourself permission to take care of yourself…(Well actually, I’ll be taking care of you).

It’s your turn to show up and say YES to being a calmer more balanced woman.