Yoga + Hiking Mountain Retreat

Old Fort, NC

L I G H T O F T H E H E A R T

Three women sitting on a yoga mat in a park during sunset, engaging in a yoga or meditation session.

The light expands when we pause to welcome it.

Join us for a weekend of aligning with your inner wisdom in the beautiful mountains of Western NC!

Sunset over a mountain range with a gradient sky.
Table with breakfast including a plate with bread, eggs, tomato, meat, and ketchup, two cups with coffee, a bowl with a breakfast dish, and a small cactus plant.
Scenic landscape of rolling hills and mountains under a colorful sky during sunset or sunrise, with lush green trees in the foreground.
A cozy bedroom with a sloped wooden ceiling and a skylight window above the bed. The bed has multiple pillows and a brown duvet, flanked by two bedside lamps. There is a colorful abstract painting on the right wall and a textured rug on the wooden floor.
A cozy bedroom in an attic with triangular wooden walls, lit by warm string lights, at the head of the bed there's a black woven hanging lamp, with several pillows and a blanket on the bed, a bedside table is on the left.
A house with an A-frame roof at dusk, with outdoor lighting illuminating the pathway and entrance, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

Awaken the light within

Whether it’s a down dog on the mat, laughter around the table, or simply watching the sky shift its colors, the light meets you here. Small by design — our itinerary is the perfect blend of togetherness and solitude, giving you agency to make your weekend truly your own.

Yoga
Vinyasa & Yin practices blended with sound healing to integrate and enrich your practice.

Meditation
Private salt cave Yoga Nidra (NSDR)

Explore & Discover
Hike to waterfalls, dive deep into journaling workshops, and wander charming shops and cafés in nearby towns.

Body & Soul Nourishment
Enjoy leisurely brunches on the sunlit deck and communal dinners with new friends. Every meal is thoughtfully prepared to delight the senses and support your well-being. All dietery preferences can be accommodated.

Return Home Refreshed & Inspired
Retreats have a special way of leaving you feeling renewed and anchored in clarity—reconnected to what lights you up. Intentional time away like this cultivates peace, creative energy, and a sense of expansion that lasts well beyond the mountains

A modern, A-frame house with a steep metal roof, large windows, and a balcony, situated in a lush green landscape under a partly cloudy sky.

Accommodations & Pricing

Sweeping views and rustic luxury meet cozy comfort in this stunning A-frame cabin.

We’ll flow through yoga on the deck overlooking the mountains, soak in the hot tub under the stars, and gather for nourishing meals in a warm, welcoming space. Just a short 10-15 minute drive brings you to the nearby towns of Old Fort and Black Mountain—full of charming shops, cozy cafes, and local hikes that invite expansion.

All practices and meals onsite plus one group excursion to Asheville is included in your itinerary.

This all-gender retreat is small by design, with limited spaces to keep our circle close-knit. Early registration is recommended to secure your preferred lodging. If sharing a room, please confirm your roommate upon reservation.

Lower Level King Suite | private bath + kitchenette

Private: $1,389

Shared (bring a friend): $889 each

Main Level King Suite | private bath

Private: $1,287

Shared (bring a friend): $789 each

Upper Level King Suite | private balcony, shared bath

Private: $1,267

Shared (bring a friend): $808 each

Queen bed | tippy top loft, shared bath

Private: $1,108

Shared (bring a friend): $724 each

Twin beds | 4 spots

Bunk up community style! This room has 2 bunk beds and 1 shared bath - $615 per person

Rooms

What’s Included

  • Three nights + four days accommodations in a beautiful A-frame in Old Fort, NC

  • Daily yoga practices ranging from vinyasa to restorative

  • Sound healing to ease your mind and nervous system

  • Private Salt Cave Yoga Nidra

  • Group hike (weather permitting)

  • Welcome dinner

  • Light brunch each morning

  • 1 private curated chef dinner

  • Journaling Workshop

  • Fire ceremony

  • Hot tub

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Air fare/ Travel to and from the cabin

  • Offsite food + drinks

Yoga with Kristin Richmond

E-RYT500 | teacher, collaborator, mentor

Kristin guides an empowering, breath-centered practice that invites students to move with curiosity and grounded awareness. With over 10 years of teaching experience, her light-hearted yet soulful energy creates a welcoming space to move beyond the poses and ease into deeper principles of flow, energy, and embodiment.

A woman relaxing on a sofa with a dog on a wooden deck overlooking a forest and mountains during sunset.

Wait-list, Deposit & Payment

Dates for our next retreat will be announced soon! Once registration opens, a $350 non-refundable deposit secures your spot.

Join the waitlist below to be upon the first to join!

A note about shared rooms: This is an all-gender retreat, and we do not pair roommates. Please provide the name and deposit for both spots to reserve a shared room. Payment can be made by Venmo, Apple Cash, CashApp, or check. Please note there are no refunds on deposits —we recommend travel insurance for peace of mind.

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