Take Wellness Retreats at a Cabin with Friends

Everyone could benefit from taking a few days away from the hustle and bustle of their regular routines. But it’s not always easy to take a step back unless you have an excuse to do so — like when you’ve planned a weekend wellness retreat with friends.

Putting a wellness getaway on the calendar can make it easier to give yourself a much-needed break from reality. So, as the fall season approaches, what sounds more cozy and relaxing than a cabin wellness retreat?

Set a date, find the perfect venue, and embark on a weekend of rest, relaxation, and reflection – your friends will thank you. 

The Benefits of a Wellness Retreat

The idea of a wellness retreat might sound intimidating. But, you and your friends have the freedom to tailor it to your exact needs and desires, ensuring a rejuvenating experience that will have you feeling relaxed and inspired as you return to your normal routine. 

Wellness retreats allow you to reconnect with friends that you may have lost touch with over the years. Plus, they’re an opportunity for personal reflection, giving you more alone time with yourself than what you typically have at home. 

If you’d like, it’s also the perfect time to go out of your comfort zone and try something new–whether it’s a new activity or wellness practice, or your first solo trip away from your family. This helps you expand your horizons and build self esteem as you tackle something that previously felt foreign. 

Wellness Retreat Activity Ideas

Planning your wellness retreat itinerary can take some careful consideration as you try to accommodate everyone’s unique preferences. Here are some activity ideas you can use as inspiration: 

Have a Spa Day

A spa day is a quintessential relaxation experience for a wellness retreat. When booking your cabin for the weekend, you may want to look for one near a spa where you can get a day pass. This way, you can treat yourselves to a transformative massage, a luxurious foot soak, pedicures, manicures, and more. No matter how you like to unwind and feel pampered, the spa likely has something for everyone. 

Get on the Water

The gentle sway of a lake, the crash of ocean waves, or the bubbling of a river can be a soothing sensation, helping you get into the spirit of relaxation. Water itself symbolizes hope, life, and rejuvenation, so incorporating water activities into your wellness retreat can be a no-brainer. 

If your cabin is near a body of water, see if you can find somewhere close by to rent kayaks, canoes, or stand-up paddle boards so you can spend a day on the water. Otherwise, you can plan a picnic or meditation session on the bank with a picturesque backdrop to set the scene. 

Craft the Day Away

Crafting and working with your hands is a great way to relieve stress, putting your thoughts and focus into your creative energy. There are plenty of ways to get crafty on a wellness retreat, including jewelry-making, scrapbooking, or painting. Whichever you choose, inform everyone beforehand so they can bring the proper supplies. 

Hike or Bike the Wilderness

If the weather allows, taking a nature walk or bike ride through any scenic nature trails or quiet country roads near your cabin is a great idea. You may even find a cabin with state or national parks nearby, making it even easier to incorporate outdoor activities into your program. Nature’s restorative qualities can be extremely powerful, so getting outside and breathing the fresh air surrounded by your closest friends can do wonders for your well-being. 

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Written by Bailey Schramm in partnership with Marv Golden Pilot Supplies.