Cozy Weekend Retreat
Join Jamie and Holly for a weekend of yoga, meditation, food and gathering
at Hillman House on October 22 - 25, 2026.
Head north for a relaxing and inspired weekend of breath, movement, meditation, and community.
Located at Hillman Retreat House just west of Lake Mille Lacs.
Escape to the serene beauty of Northern Minnesota, for a rejuvenating weekend retreat with Winding Woods Yoga. Immerse yourself in nature and deepen your practice through mindful movement, meditation, and breathwork. Our retreat offers a unique opportunity to disconnect from the stresses of daily life and reconnect with yourself in a supportive and tranquil environment.
At Hillman Retreat House, you'll find peace, quiet, rest, and community.
Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, our experienced instructors provide personalized guidance to help you explore your potential and cultivate inner quiet. Nourishing meals and comfortable accommodations are included, ensuring a low-effort and transformative experience.
Join us for a weekend of self-discovery and renewal with Winding Woods Yoga. Leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and inspired to carry the benefits of yoga into your everyday life.
Choose Your Cozy Space
Hillman house has 8 cozy rooms with king beds and 2 cozy rooms with twin beds.
Start by choosing which room you would like to turn into your weekend nesting space!
Sign me up!
Are you planning to pay for the entire retreat right away? Click one of these buttons for the room you would like! Note the payment and cancelation policy below.
Reach out if you have questions or if you plan to share a room with another participant. jamie@winding-woods.com
Make a deposit!
Put a 50% deposit down to hold your room instead of paying outright. Note the cancelation and payment policy below.
Please reach out if you have any questions or if you plan to share a room with another participant. jamie@winding-woods.com
Are you bringing a friend? You can share your room with them!
How it works:
-One person pays the full price for the weekend retreat.
-The second person reaches out to Jamie at jamie@winding-woods.com for a separate invoice where the price of the room is deducted.
Payment and Cancellation Policy
A deposit of 50% of the registration cost is due at sign up.
The remaining 50% of registration cost is due by Friday, October 9, 2026 at 11:59pm
Keep in Mind
Your 50% deposit is non-refundable as of Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 11:59pm
No refunds allowed as of Friday, October 9, 2026 at 11:59pm
Meals are on us!
Seven meals plus morning coffee/tea will be provided over the weekend.
You are welcome to bring snacks and beverages that you enjoy to round out the experience.
Meat free options are available for all meals. We cannot guarantee options for other dietary restrictions at this time.
Please contact us at jamie@winding-woods.com if you need to chat about dietary restrictions.
“Study thyself, discover the divine."
— Patanjali
Schedule below is subject to minor changes and will be updated with more detail as we get closer to the retreat. This is a very likely approximation of what the schedule will be for the weekend.
Available Free Time Activities
-10 Minute Yoga Consultation w/ Jamie
-Games and Puzzles
-Guided Journaling
-Sauna
-Oracle Cards
-Coloring Books
-Self Massage Station
-Minnesota Trivia
-Pickle Ball
-Outdoor Walk (weather dependent)
-Optional Wine Tasting. If you would like to participate, bring a favorite bottle of wine along to share!
Class Descriptions
Coming Soon!
Amenities
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Amenities *
In addition to space for yoga and meditation, many other amenities at Hillman House are available for your enjoyment:
-Media room with big screen TV and streaming channels
-High speed internet throughout the house
-Sitting room for small groups, games, drawing, or reading
-Game room with refurbished antique pool table and foosball
-In home electric sauna that fits 6-8 people comfortably with adjacent shower
-Separate recreation center building with pickleball court
-14 acres of land and 800 feet of lakeshore
Check out everything Hillman House has to offer!
Sitting Room One
Sauna
Porch
Game Room
Outdoor Fire Pit
Pickle Ball Court
Kitchen/Coffee Station
Kitchen Cooking Space
Lake
Sitting Room Two
Pool Table
Bathroom