photos by Catherine Mead, Daylesford, Julie Paisley
Dates: June 7-June 12, 2019
Areas Visited: The Cotswolds and Surrounding English Countryside
We’re thrilled to share our second and final retreat for 2019. This year our creative retreats are inspired by our motto to #LIVEFLORALLY. As we travel around the globe, we’ll be setting hearts aflutter by the beauty of some of the best annual flower blooms.
Hello quintessential garden party! Join your hosts Joy Proctor + Kim Wiseley discovering the wonderment of the English Countryside! It’s a week filled with flowering creative and culinary experiences – rich in history, style and charm from the iconic destinations visited. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind, not-to-be-missed experience for any design-minded creative and flower lover!
What’s Included:
- All Lodging and Accommodations for 5 Nights (includes daily breakfasts)
- Five heart-fluttering gastronomic dinner dining experiences
- Five casual-chic lunch dining experiences
- Immerse yourself in authentic English Countryside Arts & Culture with guided creative classes in the following:
- An Immersive Garden & Culinary Experience at Daylesford
- Bespoke Floral Design with Willow Crossley and Bows & Arrows
- Botanical Watercolor Painting with local artist Rosie Harbottle
- A Rare Day of Design at the blooming David Austin Rose Farm including:
- A Private Guided Tour through the Rose Gardens (including Mr. Austin’s private garden)
- Garden Rose Floral Technique + Design in the Cutting Gardens
- Lunch among the Garden Roses
- Tabletop + Detail Styling with Joy Proctor
- Touring (& Shopping!) the Charming Cotswold Villages
- Heart-fluttering Garden Parties
- Antiquing
- Photography
- Endless heart-fluttering photo opportunities
- A chance to meet and learn from our international fine art film friends including Catherine Mead
- A complimentary professional headshot for your portfolio or website
- Free time to explore the magic of the Cotswolds on your own
- Champagne Chats: A chance to enjoy meaningful conversation amongst new and likeminded friends (aka #girlbosses)
- Transportation to and from all Activities
- Curated Welcome Gifts and Other Surprises
*Activities are subject to modification for best experience. Attendees will receive a more detailed schedule prior to the retreat.*
Meals
Daily light European-inspired breakfasts are included every morning at the hotel. Casual, healthy, farm-fresh lunches will be provided every afternoon. Each evening we will delight in exquisite regionally-influenced dinner dining experiences (in and around the Cotswolds). **If you have any dietary restrictions please let us know when you sign up.**
During your free time, meals are not included in the cost of the retreat. We will provide suggestions for those interested in dining together and continuing the day’s conversations.
Lodging
Lodging is included for the entirety of the retreat: 5 nights in the Cotswolds. Located in the heart of the Cotswolds, this property has breathtaking views and is set amongst a wild garden and a beautiful arboretum. You’ll be a short ride from iconic Cotswold villages Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Chipping Camden, and many other gems. All guests will have their own room unless otherwise discussed in advance. Room types will be similar in aesthetic but will vary in shape and size. Because of this, the final trip price will vary. You will be able to choose your room type during registration below. There will be daily housekeeping, a groundskeeper, and a chef on-site for various meals.
Room Types
*Note: The prices below are all-inclusive of the retreat total including your preferred room type.
• Room 1: Master Bedroom (with private ensuite bathroom + dressing area) – $5,450 – sold out
• Room 2: Queen Bedroom (with private ensuite bathroom) – $5125 – sold out
• Room 3: Queen Bedroom (with private ensuite bathroom) – $5125 – sold out
• Room 4: Queen Bedroom (with private ensuite bathroom) – $5125 – sold out
• Room 5: Double Bedroom (with private washbasin in cupboard; shared bathroom) – sold out
• Room 6: Double Bedroom (with private washbasin in cupboard; shared bathroom)– $4950 – sold out
• Room 7: Queen Bedroom (shared bathroom) – $4850 – sold out
• Room 8: King Bedroom (shared bathroom) – $4850 – sold out
FAQ
Please visit our FAQ page for more details on the retreats. If you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to email us!
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Payment Details
Cost: $4950 – $5,450
Deposit: A $1000 deposit is required to reserve your space.
Second Payment: A $2,500 payment is due April 1, 2019
Third Payment: A final payment reflecting your balance is due May 1, 2019.
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The Garden & Gather Retreat is sold out. Please join our interest list for future retreats.
Registration is limited to 10 guests and closes on February 28, 2019
*There is a 3% fee to pay by credit card. We also accept payment via Venmo. If you prefer to pay your deposit this way, please let us know.