Where the Heart Opens

A Late Summer Journey into Stillness, Self, and Soul

Join us for a weekend of transformation, healing, and deep stiliness. Together, we will create sacred space through yoga, sound bath healing, energy work, and rituals to open the heart and bring you back into alignment.

September 5–7, 2025

Location: Homestead Farm Resort, NY

Somewhere between the last golden sun of summer and the first hush of autumn … there’s a space to pause.

A space to breathe. A space to come home to yourself.

“Where the Heart Opens” is more than a retreat - it’s a gentle return.

To your body.

To the rhythm of your breath.

To the truth that you are allowed to let go.

Sacred Nature to Come Back to You

Set on 250 acres of wild meadows and quiet woods, this weekend offers sacred space to clear out what summer stirred up, and make room for the deeper stillness of the coming season. In the mornings, we begin slowly: feet bare on dewy grass, coffee in hand, hearts softened by the warmth of the earth and air.

Each experience is an invitation inward:

The Nourishing Table

Our meals will be vegetarian and organic, prepared with love by someone who cooks with heart and care. Each dish is crafted to nourish both body and spirit.

Here, time slows.

The land holds you. And in the stillness, you remember the quiet, tender beauty of simply being.

What’s Waiting for You - and What to Keep in Mind

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What’s Waiting for You - and What to Keep in Mind *

    • 3 Days/2 Nights Accommodations

    • Daily Yoga & Guided Meditation Practices

    • All Yoga Practice Materials

    • Daily Organic Vegetarian Meals

    • Daily Sound Bath

    • 2 Energy Healing Sessions

    • Cacao Ceremony

    • Heart Centered Practices

    • Bonfire Circle and Stargazing

    • Movie Night

    • Transportation to and from the retreat location

    • Travel or health insurance

    • Any meals not listed above

    • Add-ons ( Private Sessions, Extra Stay, etc.)

We walk beside you, holding space for your heart to open

  • Sylwia is a heart-led, certified Energy and Sound Healing practitioner, devoted to creating gentle, nurturing spaces for rest, reconnection, and renewal. After stepping away from a corporate career, she embraced an inner calling toward a slower, more intentional path - one that honors the wisdom of the body, the rhythms of nature, and the quiet voice within. Through Sound Baths, Energy Healing, and intuitive Akashic Record guidance, Sylwia helps others release stress, heal, and return to themselves. She leads circles and healing events throughout New York, offering grounded, welcoming spaces where all are invited to pause, soften, and simply be. Rooted in presence and care, her work is an invitation to remember that healing is already within you.

  • Natalia is a devoted guide of mindful movement, blending strength and softness to support the body, mind, and nervous system. With over seven years of experience in fitness and movement facilitation, she now shares her gifts through Yoga, Pilates, and embodied practices at Daya Yoga Studio, YMCA, and Queens Community Yoga in New York. Her classes are an invitation to return to the body with presence, to move with care, to breathe with intention, and to feel supported every step of the way. Rooted in inclusivity and heart, Natalia creates spaces where all are welcome to rest, reconnect, and remember the wisdom held within. She has also led multiple retreats centered on movement, stillness, and soul nourishing connection.

$675

Shared Room

Early Bird $675 (Regular $777 after August 14)

Perfect for friends or solo travelers open to sharing space with a like-hearted guest.

Includes:
✔️ 2 nights in a shared room
✔️ All vegetarian meals
✔️ All sessions, ceremonies & experiences
✔️ Access to the land
✔️ Welcome gift + retreat support

Please note: This is a per-person rate. Each guest in a shared room is required to register individually.

$799

Private Room

Early Bird $799 (Regular $888 after August 14)

For those who desire more solitude, stillness, or personal integration space.

Includes:
✔️ 2 nights in a private room
✔️ All vegetarian meals
✔️ All sessions, ceremonies & experiences
✔️ Access to the land
✔️ Welcome gift + retreat support

$499

Retreat Experience

Early Bird $499 (Regular $555 after August 14)

Perfect for local guests or those arranging their own lodging nearby.

Includes:
✔️ All vegetarian meals
✔️ All sessions, ceremonies & experiences
✔️ Access to the land during retreat hours
✔️ Welcome gift + retreat support

Please note: This option does not include accommodation. Guests are responsible for their own lodging and transportation.

Come as you are, leave lighter, and softer.

Come as you are, leave lighter, and softer.

You’ll have access to the land - wander through the meadows, lie in the grass, speak to the trees, or sit in stillness. This retreat isn’t about doing everything. It’s about feeling what calls to you. Every session is offered with intention and care, but your rhythm is welcome. You will be held, whether you’re in the circle or watching the sky in silence.


This is a space where healing is slow and sacred.

Where nature holds you as you let your shoulders drop.

Where your heart opens - maybe quietly, maybe wildly - but always truthfully.

Our retreat takes place at

Homestead Farm Resort, located at

491 County Hwy 6, Margaretville, NY 12455.

Nestled in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, this beautiful 250-acre property is surrounded by wild meadows and quiet woods - offering the perfect setting for deep rest, connection, and renewal. It’s about a 2.5-3 hour drive from NYC, making it an accessible escape into nature’s embrace

 FAQs

  • We know that life can shift unexpectedly, and we do our best to honor both your plans and the sacred space we’re preparing.

    • If you cancel 30+ days before the retreat, you’ll receive a full refund.

    • If you cancel between 14-29 days, you’ll receive a 50% refund.

    • If you cancel less than 14 days before, we’re unable to offer a refund, as your space will have already been prepared.

    You’re welcome to transfer your spot to a friend or another guest - just let us know.

    Thank you for understanding and supporting the integrity of this intimate experience.

  • Each room comes with a private bathroom and a fully equipped kitchenette, including a refrigerator, stove, oven, dishware, silverware, and cookware for your convenience. While meals will be provided during the retreat, the kitchen is available for any additional personal use. A laundry room is also located on the premises for your ease.

  • Transportation is not included in the retreat price. However, we’re happy to help coordinate carpools or ride shares with other guests coming from nearby cities like New York.

    The retreat will take place at Homestead Farm Resort in Upstate New York. Exact address and arrival details will be shared upon registration.

    We recommend arriving by 4-5 PM on Friday to settle in before our opening circle. If you need help planning your trip, just reach out - we’re here to support you.

  • Yes ! If you choose a shared room and are coming alone, we’ll gently pair you with someone based on energy and intention. Many beautiful friendships have begun this way.

  • Absolutely. Many of our guests come solo - and often leave feeling deeply connected and supported. This retreat is intentionally designed to be a safe, welcoming space where your presence is enough. Whether you seek connection, solitude, or both, you will be held.

    ✨ And more often than not, what begins as a weekend retreat blooms into something greater - soulful, lifelong friendships formed around firelight, shared stories, and open-hearted presence.

    You are never truly alone here. You're arriving into a circle that remembers how to hold one another.

  • Not at all. This retreat is open to all levels and all walks of life. Whether you’re brand new or deeply on your path, you’ll be gently guided every step of the way. Everything is offered with care - and always optional.

  • There is no cell reception at the retreat location - which is part of the magic. However, Wi-Fi is available in the main areas, so you’ll still be able to make Wi-Fi calls or connect if needed.

    That said, we lovingly invite you to treat this weekend as a digital detox - a chance to step away from screens and reconnect with nature, your body, and the quiet within. This space was intentionally chosen to support deep rest, presence, and energetic reset.

    Unplug to truly replug into yourself.

  • We chose Homestead Farm Resort for its grounded beauty and the quiet way, it invites you to return to yourself. After the bright, outward Yang energy of summer, this land offers a soft invitation inward - into the nurturing embrace of Yin energy. The true richness of this place lies in its stillness, its open skies, the whispering trees, and the deep connection to nature. At the heart of the property flows a quiet, magical stream - its waters carry a purifying energy that soothes the spirit and invites you to release, to flow, and to remember your natural rhythm. That’s the luxury we cherish - the kind that nourishes the soul and reminds us what truly matters.

  • Our retreat takes place at the serene Homestead Farm Resort, located at 491 County Hwy 6, Margaretville, NY 12455. Nestled in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, this beautiful 250-acre property is surrounded by wild meadows, quiet woods, and rolling hills - offering the perfect setting for deep rest, connection, and renewal. It’s about a 2.5 - 3 hour drive from NYC, making it an accessible escape into nature’s embrace.

  • All retreat options include nourishing, vegetarian meals prepared with love:

    • Friday - Dinner

    • Saturday - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    • Sunday - Breakfast & Lunch

    Each dish is thoughtfully crafted with seasonal, wholesome ingredients to support your body and spirit throughout the weekend.

  • Yes, yoga mats and blocks will be available for all participants. However, feel free to bring your own mat - especially if you have one you love or feel connected to. It can make your practice feel more grounded and personal.

  • ✨ What time is check-in on Friday ?

    Check-in is between 4:00-5:00 PM. We’ll begin with a gentle welcome and opening circle shortly after everyone arrives, so we recommend arriving within that window to fully settle in.

    ✨ What time is checkout on Sunday ?

    We’ll close our time together with a beautiful closing circle, and departure will be around 1:00 PM.