Join us on the beautiful North Carolina coast
Savor the joys of summer!
- Enjoy delicious organic Ayurvedic meals made with locally grown ingredients
- Rejuvenate with morning yoga on the porch, guided excursions to the beach, and gazing at the sunset from the roof
- Enjoy free time to indulge in whatever restores you ~ receive a massage, kayak the intracoastal waterway, enjoy the cute town, or take time alone to rest
Enhance your Summer with the Wisdom of Ayurveda
Join us as we explore living in harmony with nature in this most exuberant of seasons. You will...
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Discover how to soak up the sun and fun without burning out, with the wisdom of Ayurveda
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Learn to make easy kitchen remedies for common summer ailments and imbalances
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Explore rejuvenating handmade herbal skin treatments that you can reproduce at home
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Enjoy creative arts projects to invigorate and restore the busy thinking-too-much mind
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Discover easy, healthy summertime treats that skip the inflammatory sugar but not the fun!
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Feed your sense of community by kicking back under the stars with new friends and heart-filling conversation
Whether you seek to de-stress, recharge, or simply embrace the fun of summer, this retreat is your perfect sanctuary of camaraderie, balance, and bliss.
YOUR RETREAT LEADERS
IVY INGRAM
Ivy became a certified Ayurveda Practitioner in 2010, training for 2 years under renowned Ayurveda teacher Dr. Vasant Lad. She then trained for 6 months in India at a traditional treatment center.
She has a master’s degree in counseling psychology, an undergraduate degree from Brown University, and an advanced Ayuryoga instructor certification.
She helps clients find balance and symptom relief through online programs and in-person retreats. Read her full bio here.
BETSY BERTRAM
Betsy is a writer, speaker, Reiki practitioner and certified Kripalu yoga teacher. In all of her work, she aims to optimize health, increase well-being, and support people living life fully in alignment with their values.
She has been studying Ayurveda for 5 years and loves sharing Ayurvedic cooking, which transformed her digestion and continues to support optimal health and well-being in her life on a daily basis. Read her full bio here.
Weekend Schedule
Thursday
4pm ~ Check in
Settle into our spacious Retreat House, or take a walk to explore the charming town
6pm ~ Dinner
7-8pm ~ Welcome Circle
Friday & Saturday
8-9am ~ Morning yoga
9am ~ Breakfast
10am-12noon ~ Workshop (outdoor!)
12:30-1:30pm ~ Lunch
2-4pm ~ Workshop
6-7pm ~ Dinner
7pm ~ Social/Free Time
Sunday
8-9am ~ Morning yoga
9am ~ Breakfast
9:30-10:30am ~ Closing Circle
11am ~ Check out
OUR RETREAT HOUSE
All our meals and kitchen sessions will be held at our fantastic Retreat House.
Kick back on the porch or rooftop deck and watch wild horses and dolphins in the distance. Lounge in the living rooms or soak in our private hot tub.
We'll be within walking distance to the Beaufort Historic District with restaurants, shops, and ferry service to beaches and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse.
Stay overnight in our Retreat House, or register only for our workshops and meals.
OUR RETREAT MEALS
We will enjoy fresh, homemade Ayurvedic meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea time lovingly prepared by our retreat co-leader, Betsy Bertram, using locally grown North Carolina ingredients.
Accommodations
Each room in our Retreat House has one queen bed and a shared bathroom. You may choose single accommodations, or share a bed with a friend.
There are laundry facilities in the house, as well as two kitchens in case you want to bring your own snacks.
REGISTRATION
Thursday - Sunday,
June 5 - 8, 2025
Limited Space Available!
Registration with Accommodations
Registration for Program/Meals Only
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- If cancellation occurs prior to April 1, 2025, you will receive a refund of the amount paid minus a cancellation fee of 25% of full retreat price.
- If cancellation occurs on or after April 1, 2025, we will make every effort to fill your place with another paying client. If we are able to do so, then you will receive a refund minus the 25% cancellation fee. If we are unable to fill your place, no refund can be given as we will have made commitments to our vendors.
