FAQs

  • Your retreat includes lodging at Sterling Forest Lodge, breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your stay (Ayurvedic, organic, local, and vegetarian), daily workshops with Jackie & Heather, guided mindful outdoor experience with Blake, a hydrotherapy session, and access to the lodge’s amenities.

  • We recommend bringing warm, comfortable, and flowy clothing for both indoor and outdoor activities, a journal, and cozy layers for our fire ceremony.

    Here are our suggestions for more specific items:

    • Indoor slippers

    • Water Bottle

    • Hiking Shoes/Boots

    • Warm socks

    • Bathing Suit

    • Sandals/flip flops for sauna

    • Sunblock

    • Eye masks

    • Ear plugs

    • Any medications or prescriptions

    • Hat, gloves, and toe warmers (especially if you get cold easily)

  • By plane:

    Stowe/Morrisville Airport (private) - 15 min from SFL

    Burlington Airport (BTV) - 1 hour from SFL

    Montreal (YUL) - 2.5 hours from SFL

    Boston Airport (BOS) - 3.5 hours from SFL

    The closest major airport is Burlington International Airport (BTV) located approx 1 hour away from Sterling Forest Lodge. With daily non-stop flights from Boston, NYC, and many major cities, this is the most convenient place to fly in to.  It is a small regional airport and is very easy to travel to and from.

    More information about BTV.

    By car:

    New York City: 6 hours

    Boston: 3.5 Hours

    Montreal: 2.5 hours

    If you are the roadtrip type of person, you will love arriving to SFL by car. The lodge is located approximately 35 minutes off the highway, through the picturesque town of Stowe, near the end of a dirt road in the mountains (with no cell service :)

    If traveling by car, please make sure to put Sterling Forest Lodge’s address into Google Maps well in advance.

    Map travel from your location.

  • If arriving by plane to Patrick Leahy Burlington Airport (BTV) in Vermont, there are a few ways to rent a car or taxi:

    Car Rental

    If you plan to leave the property or travel to different destinations before or after the retreat, renting a car is your best option. We suggest renting a big enough car to have room for everyone's luggage.

    More info on car rentals at BTV here.

    Taxi Service

    For simple, one-off transport to and from the airport, there are several companies SFL recommends. They will pick you up and drop you off and pre-scheduled times.

    Patriot Transport -  (802) 272-1633 

    Niel's Wheels  - (802) 338-8426

    Sub Zero Taxi  - (802) 595-9640

    Important: We highly recommend arranging service to and from the airport at least 1 week in advance.

  • Yes! We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in the retreat. Insurance can cover unforeseen circumstances such as illness, travel delays, or cancellations, ensuring you’re financially safeguarded if any issues arise before or during the retreat. It offers peace of mind so you can fully focus on your experience.

  • You are more than welcome to come solo—many participants attend alone for personal reflection and renewal. All six of the available rooms have double beds, so you will be paired with another incredible woman who will be attending the retreat. :)

  • Yes! Each day of your retreat includes “Flow” periods, dedicated downtime for you to rest, reflect, or enjoy the amenities at your own pace. Whether you prefer relaxing by the fire, journaling, or simply taking in the beautiful surroundings, there will be daily opportunities for you to unwind and recharge in your own space and energy between activities.

  • Yes! We have flexible payment plan options for each room. You can choose from three payment options:

    • Pay in full

    • 4 monthly payments

    • 8 monthly payments

    We will give you the exact cost of each payment plan after you fill out the contact form here, letting us know which room you’d like to book. :)