Yoga/Hike /Self-Care/Ayurveda retreat

Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA

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Nancy Wind
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18 reviews
Oct 3 - 5, 2025
Group size: 8 - 17
Yoga/Hike /Self-Care/Ayurveda retreat
Brattleboro, VT 05301, USA

Nancy Wind
  • Email address verified
18 reviews

Oct 3 - 5, 2025
Group size: 8 - 17

About this trip

The vibe and energy at Setu will instantly settle you into a calm state so you can easily decompress from your week and connect with nature, yourself, and other like-minded people. This weekend will be an immersion of yoga, self-care, meditation, seasonal living, and more. Offerings will include a variety of yoga classes, Ayurvedic meals, evening sound gong meditation, a fire pit, a sauna/hot tub, and more. Our daily activities provide a structure to your weekend but are all optional, so you can personalize your weekend.  

Friday night:

Before you arrive, grab a bite to eat or bring a light meal to dine in the dining room. 

Check-in is between 5-6:00 pm. There may be massage times available starting at 3:00. Friday night includes: a short tour of Setu, Welcome circle, Restorative Yoga class 

Saturday:

Two local hikes of varying lengths (2-3 miles and 5-6 miles) will be offered and led by your leaders. It's prime foliage time, so you'll want to spend time outside, which could also mean walking the gardens of Setu or sitting by the coy pond. During the afternoon, massage and Ayurveda services will be offered. (Details will follow closer to the retreat so you can choose your hike and book your massage at the proper time). 


Lunch is on your own Saturday so bring a lunch from home or pick up a meal before arriving. Food can be stored in small refrigerators in your room or hallway.

Late Saturday afternoon: Group Mandala creation and journaling


Saturday evening: 

A group sound gong meditation led by Hermeet, one of Setu's owners. 


Sunday morning

An Exploration into the 7 Chakras. We will learn ways to balance these energy centers by way of sound, food, color, yoga asana, meditation, and scents. 


Your leaders, Cynthia Griffin and Nancy Wind met several years ago during an extensive yoga health coaching certification program and knew instantly that they wanted to collaborate to offer soulful and powerful retreats. This will be our third retreat at Setu. (It's that special of a place). 


Book today to embrace our collective wisdom and knowledge of yoga, Ayurveda, self-care, and healing. 


To learn more about your leaders: 

Cynthia Griffin: naturalhealthcyng.com 

Nancy Wind: peaksandposes.com 


Trip Cancellations and Refunds

I know this is a common question people think about when signing up for a trip. It can be a big expense, and you have the best intentions, but somehow, you have to cancel. We want you to know that our heart and soul go into planning our trips, and there are payment deadlines to meet. For these reasons, we have established the following cancellation/refund policy.  Please make sure you can commit to this date or sign up as it gets closer to the date, and cross your fingers that there is room. 

1. With notice of at least 90 days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be entitled to the full amount already paid minus a $75 administration fee.

2. With notice of 60-89 days before the scheduled arrival date, you will receive a refund of your deposit. 

3. With notice of 30-59 days before the scheduled arrival date, you will be entitled to a refund of 50% of your payment.

4. With notice of fewer than 30 days before the scheduled arrival date, there are no refunds. 


What’s included

  • Luxury accommodations
  • Pranayama/meditation
    Saturday and Sunday morning
  • Rise and Shine Yoga
    Saturday morning
  • Outdoor activity
    Optional guided hike (weather dependent)
  • Ayurvedic meals
    Home cooked seasonal, breakfast on Saturday. Sunday. Dinner on Saturday night.
  • Variety of yoga classes
    Restorative, Rise and Shine morning , Chakra Cleanse class
  • Sound Gong meditation
    Saturday evening
  • Group Mandala activity
    Together we create
  • Hot tub-sauna
    Available throughout the weekend
  • Herbal tea/coffee
    Throughout the weekend
  • Room, meal, service tax
  • Yoga mats/props

What’s not included

  • Travel expenses
  • Massage/Ayurveda service
    Can be booked separately
  • Friday night dinner
    You're on your own
  • Saturday lunch
    Bring a trail lunch from home or purchase a meal before arriving at Setu
  • Tips
    For cleaning staff

Available Packages

Monk room (private, XL twin)
Deposit: $300
Sold Out

This is a private, single room with an XL twin bed. This room has a shared hall bath. 

$745
Deposit: $300
Blue Indigo room (private, full bed)
Deposit: $300
Sold Out

This is a private single room with a full-size bed.  This room has a shared hall bath. 

$755
Deposit: $300
Mountain View (sleeps 2, twin beds)
Deposit: $375
Only 2 left

This is a shared room with 2 twin beds. It has a shared hall bath. 

This room also has gorgeous views through its west-facing window. You can see Round Mountain.


$725
Deposit: $375
Riverstone (sleeps 3, twin bed)
Deposit: $300
Only 2 left

This room is for three guests. The price listed here is for one of two twin extra-long beds. This room has a shared hall bath.

$715
Deposit: $300
Riverstone (sleeps 3, pull out couch)
Deposit: $375
Only 1 left

This room is for three guests. The price listed here is for a comfortable full size pull-out couch. This room has a shared hall bath.

$675
Deposit: $375
The Lodge (sleeps 6, queen, priv. bath)
Deposit: $375
Only 1 left

This room is shared by 6 people. This listing is for a queen bed in this room. This room also features a gorgeous wooden interior with a private bathroom featuring double sinks and a beautiful full bath. 

$765
Deposit: $375
The Lodge (Sleeps 6) Private Bath
Deposit: $375
Available until October 2, 20254 left

This room is shared by 6 people. This listing is for a single bed in this room. This room also features a gorgeous wooden interior with a private bathroom featuring double sinks and a beautiful full bath. 

$745
Deposit: $375
Garden Suite (sleeps 3, twin, priv bath)
Deposit: $75
Only 2 left

This room can accommodate 3 people. This listing is for a twin bed. The room has a luxurious private bath with jetted, Jacuzzi tub; a separate shower; and a double-sink vanity. 

$725
Deposit: $75
Quail's Nest (private, tiny home)
Deposit: $300
Sold Out

This Guest-house features a full-size bed and a wonderful deck that gives you privacy while you enjoy an evening under the stars, or a daytime look at Round Mountain and the pond.

This room has a shared bath located in the retreat center and a private toilet within the tiny home.


***An additional person can be added to this home for a fee of $550. Please contact one of the leaders to arrange additional payment. 



$795
Deposit: $300
The Mountain Side Room
Deposit: $375
Available until October 2, 2025Sold Out

This shared room features a queen-sized bed and a full-size bed. It has a private bath. This booking is for the queen bed. ]This room is very spacious and quiet. 

$795
Deposit: $375
The Mountain Side Room
Deposit: $375
Only 1 left

This is a shared room for two people.  It has a beautiful private bath. This room is very spacious and quiet. This booking is for a full-size bed.


$765
Deposit: $375


Your Organizer


NW
Nancy Wind
18 reviews
I am a four season peak bagger in New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine. I am exploring the Adirondacks of New York as well as Colorado 14'ers. My longest backpacking trip was 18 days on the John Muir Trail with a grand finale hiking Mt. Whitney! I am a Certified Health Coach and yoga instructor leading people to uplevel their health and reinvent themself. I am the most content outside hiking with my friends. I enjoy staying active through yoga, biking, x-country skiing and cooking seasonal plant based food.

Reviews

I had an amazing time on this retreat led by Nancy and Cynthia! A beautiful setting, delicious meals, fireside conversation at night, fun activities including yoga, dancing, Thai partner massage, meditation and hiking. I learned more about Ayurveda and living a healthy life. This was a wonderful group of women coming together to connect and enjoy time away. I can’t wait to be part of this again! Thank you!
By Lisa B for Yoga/Ayurveda/Hike Self-Care retreat on Oct 17, 2024
Thank you so much Lisa! We loved having you join our beautiful women tribe❤️
By Nancy Wind on Oct 18, 2024
NW
The Self-Care retreat was a wonderful getaway. Setu is a beautiful setting, and a lovely home away from home run by a devoted couple. Nancy and Cynthia lead a well-balanced retreat that included meditation, yoga, a choice of hikes, shared meals, optional massages, and 'me time.' Everything was considered optional, so each person could choose their own pace. It was nice to meet a great group of women and have a chance to chat and get to know one another, but also have time to settle in a quiet corner to read or relax. This was my second trip lead by Nancy, and it was as great as the first.
By Sue E for Yoga/Ayurveda/Hike Self-Care retreat on Oct 11, 2024
Thank you so much Sue for joining us and for your thoughtful review. I am so happy that you found the space between to curate what you needed. I hope you will join us again in October 2025🙏🏻❤️
By Nancy Wind on Oct 13, 2024
NW
We had an amazing time with Nancy and Peaks & Poses. This was my third trip with the group. It’s my favorite way to travel. I just show up and everything else is taken care of. Food is delicious, hikes well planned and other participants are always a joy!
By Evelyn T for Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park on Sep 23, 2024
Thank you so much Evy. We always love having you join Peaksandposes. You make our trips more fun!
By Nancy Wind on Sep 23, 2024
NW
RA
First time doing a trip like this and I would highly recommend it. Nancy was wonderful to be with and everything was so well planned. Food was suberb and accomodations were great. Fun group of like minded people. Thanks for everything 💕
By Rachel A for Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park on Sep 23, 2024
Thanks so much Rachel! It was more than a pleasure to have you join Peaksandposes. I hope you will join us again!
By Nancy Wind on Sep 23, 2024
NW
Wonderful trip. Chance to have adventures with friends old and new. Great food, fantastic outdoor experience. Returned relaxed and refreshed. Definitely recommend!
By Diane A for Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park on Sep 18, 2024
So glad you could join us Diane and thank you for all your wonderful feedback. I hope that you'll join again!
By Nancy Wind on Sep 18, 2024
NW
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