The Velvet Chapter Book Retreats

What's Included

• 2 night accommodations at The Gables Wine Country Inn in Santa Rosa, CA
• All activities (participation always optional)
• All meals (this includes drinks and snacks)
• Weekend Swag Bags provided by Velvet Chapter
• A few surprises hidden up our book sleeves

Not Included

• Transportation to/from The Gables Wine Country Inn
• White Elephant Gift

Coming from out of town and looking for assistance with transportation or creating a pre/post trip please reach out to Carson.Duffy@travelcultur.com for assistance.

Choose what feels best for your comfort level.

Single Occupancy Room:

$1,050

Double Occupancy Room:

$1450 ($725 per person cost)

Triple Occupancy Room:

$1890 ($630 per person cost)

Important Notes:

All rooms are a single bed rooms, except the Cottage which has one bed and one additional sleeping space. Please refer to room descriptions for more information.

Can I come solo?
Absolutely. This retreat is designed to feel warm, welcoming, and easy to settle into.

What’s the age range?
No age limit required, just good vibes and a positive attitude.

Is this introvert-friendly?
Yes. There are plenty of bonding moments, but also built-in downtime and optional shared spaces so you can participate at your pace. All activities are optional. Do note however that meals will be shared as a group.

Will there be an option for roommates?
Due to the rooms being single bed rooms, we will not have a roommate list for this retreat.

Do I need to have read a specific book?
Nope! This is about the genre vibes and the community. Come as you are, book in hand.

What’s the food situation?
We’ll collect dietary needs in advance and do our best to accommodate (vegetarian/gluten-free, etc.). Please note severe allergies may be limited depending on vendor capabilities.

Is alcohol included?
Wine is included with dinner. Non-alcoholic options will also be available. Either way, this is not a drinking-focused retreat and we ask that you consume responsibly and respectfully.

What should I pack?
Cozy layers, comfy shoes, pajamas for movie night, and your current read. We will send a more in-depth packing list closer to the retreat.

What’s the cancellation policy?
Deposit & Payment Schedule

• A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is required to hold your spot and reserve your room.
• 50% of your remaining room balance will be due by Nov. 1, 2026.
• The remaining balance is due 14 days (2 weeks) prior to the retreat start date.

Cancellations by Guest

• The $200 deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable once paid.
• Cancellations made 14 days or less prior to the retreat start date are 100% non-refundable (deposit + final balance).

Cancellation by Organizer

• If the retreat is cancelled by the organizer, you will receive a full refund of payments made.
• We are not responsible for additional costs incurred (such as airfare or other travel expenses).

We want everyone to feel comfortable and well-supported. A few things to know:

• The Gables Wine Country Inn includes stairs / uneven walkways / rooms with no elevator access. Most rooms are upstairs.
• The weekend includes optional downtime and plenty of space to step away and recharge.
• We’ll share a final details email with arrival guidance, packing list, and weekend flow closer to the weekend.

This retreat is intentionally small — only [8–17] spots — to keep it intimate, easy to connect, and genuinely relaxing.

Ticket timeline:

• Tickets open: Sept. 14, 2026
• Deposit due to reserve your spot: at time of booking
• 1st payment installment due: November 1, 2026
• Final payment due: December 4, 2026
• Registration closes: When sold out, we will be taking a wait list in case of cancellations.

If you’re thinking about it, we recommend grabbing your spot early - room inventory is limited and this one will cap quickly.

1. Reserve your spot using the booking link on this page (top right corner "View pricing & Reserve Spot" button)
2. Choose your room type (single, double or triple)
3. Submit your traveler details + preferences
4. Pay your deposit (payment will be authorized at time of booking. Once a room choice has been made you will receive an email via stripe pay to pay your deposit)
5. You’ll receive a confirmation email
6. Closer to arrival, you’ll receive your final welcome packet with packing list, schedule, and all the fun details ✨

Questions before booking? Just email Carson.Duffy@travelcultur.com we are always happy to help.