Cozy Chapter Bookish Retreat
January, 8th-10th 2027
Two nights, Three days, 100 acres of the Blue Ridge Mountains
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Read It
Bring your book you’re currently obsessed with, the one you’ve been meaning to start, or that’s been sitting on your nightstand for six months.
We’re partnering with local authors and bookish brands to make the weekend feel like stepping inside your favorite story.
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Sip It
Every evening calls for a little something special.
We’ll be mixing up bookish-inspired mocktails and spending our evenings swapping recommendations, talking favorite characters and inevitably leaving with some new book recs.
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Create It
Let your inner artist out!
Spend part of the day with creative art expression designed to let you play, make, wander and create without needing “good art.”
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Live It!
Gather around the bonfire. Eat around the communal table. Drink coffee by the fireplace. Wander the 100 acres. Sit on the wraparound porch and stare at the mountains.
This isn’t a retreat where you’re expected to be productive.
You’re here to be a little feral, a little cozy, and very well-read.
Your Bookish Escape IRL
Saturday Evening: A Romantasy Dinner Party
Step into your favorite fictional world! Join us for a book-themed dinner where you’re invited to dress as your favorite book character. Go all out with a full costume, channel your favorite character with a few accessories, or keep it subtle with little literary-inspired details. Whether you’re giving enchanted fae queen, morally gray love interest, or cozy village witch, we want to see your fictional side come to life. Full costumes are welcome, but absolutely not required.
Tucked into 100 acres in Burnsville NC, our winter home is surrounded by mountain views in every . direction.
Inside, it’s fireplace, cozy corners, communal meals and coffee-filled mornings.
Outside, it’s the blue ridge in winter - misty mornings, chilly hikes, bonfires and that particular kind of quiet that makes you forget your phone exists
Your weekend includes:
Bookish Experiences
Evening book themed mocktails
Creative art expression
Bonfires and fireside hangs
Communal cozy dinners
Breakfasts by the fireplace with lovely coffee
100 acres of mountain property
Local author and bookish brand experiences
Three days of Artemis magic
Bring your book. Leave with a story.
Frequently Asked Questions Can I attend with a friend?
Absolutely! We offer options for friends sharing a queen bedroom or booking two beds in our communal sleeping room. Availability depends on the remaining spaces.
Do I need to bring a book?
Yes, bring whatever you’re currently reading or excited to start! You don’t need to finish it, and there’s no assigned reading.
Are activities mandatory?
Not at all! Everything is optional. Read, create, explore, relax, or join whichever activities sound fun to you.
Are meals included?
Yes, all retreat meals are included in your registration price. Please let us know about food allergies and dietary restrictions when booking.
Can I come alone?
Of course! Many people are looking to meet new friends. Our small group is designed to make it easier to connect without the pressure of a large event.
What should I know about the weather?
January in the Blue Ridge Mountains can be cold, wet, or icy. Bring warm layers and appropriate footwear. Outdoor activities may change based on conditions.
When will I receive the property address?
The exact address in Burnsville, NC, will be shared approximately two weeks before the retreat to protect our private property owners’ privacy and security.
Are there additional fees?
The advertised registration price covers the retreat as described. Review the cancellation and refund policy before completing your booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please review our cancellation and refund policy before registering. You’ll also acknowledge the policy during checkout.
Choose your chapter
Your own cozy little corner of the mountain house.
Perfect if you’re looking for a little more privacy, space to stretch out, curl up with your book, and fully embrace your main-character era.
Your bed. Your cozy corner. Your own little reading nest.
Perfect for solo travelers who want to meet new people in a shared open room sleepover style but grown up with your own twin size bed.
Can’t escape for the whole weekend? Join us for one magical night of books, mountain views, mocktails, and bookish connection.
Not everyone can take an entire weekend away, and that’s okay! Our Saturday Night Stay gives you the chance to experience the heart of the Cozy Chapter Bookish Retreat without committing to the full weekend.
Spend Saturday immersed in all things bookish at our cozy mountain house in Burnsville, North Carolina. Bring your current read, settle into a comfy reading nook, sip a themed mocktail, and spend the day connecting with fellow readers who understand the urge to stay up way too late finishing just one more chapter.
Your Saturday experience includes retreat activities, dedicated reading time, lunch and dinner, snacks, mocktails, and a cozy overnight stay. We’ll wrap up our little bookish escape Sunday morning before heading back to reality.
Whether you’re a romantasy enthusiast, a lover of dark romance, a lifelong bookworm, or simply looking for a weekend reset surrounded by good books and good company, there’s a place for you here.
Your Saturday Night Stay includes:
Saturday access to the retreat and shared spaces
Cozy reading time and bookish activities
Lunch and dinner on Saturday
Breakfast on Sunday
Snacks, coffee, tea, hot cocoa, and mocktails
One night’s accommodation at our mountain retreat house
Sunday morning departure by 10 AM
Saturday Night Stay: $269 per person
Come for the books. Stay for the mocktails. Leave with new reading buddies and memories worth their own chapter.
Please note: This option includes Saturday night accommodation only and only available for the twin bed size in the shared room. Friday evening activities and Friday overnight accommodation are not included.
This day pass is perfect for local readers who want to step away from everyday life, get lost in a good book, and spend time with people who understand that one more chapter can easily turn into five.
Bring your current read, claim a cozy reading spot, sip something delicious, and enjoy a day surrounded by fellow book lovers. Whether you’re obsessed with romantasy, dark romance, fantasy, contemporary romance, or simply love a good story, there’s room for you here.
Come for the books, stay for the snacks, and maybe leave with a few new book besties.
Your Saturday Day Pass includes:
Saturday access to our cozy mountain retreat house and shared spaces
Dedicated reading time and cozy reading spots
Bookish activities, games, and crafts
Lunch and dinner
Snacks, coffee, tea, and hot cocoa
Themed mocktails
Plenty of time to connect and chat with fellow readers
Saturday Day Pass: $139 per person
Burnsville, North Carolina
Saturday, approximately 11 AM–9 PM
Please note: This pass does not include overnight accommodation. Guests must depart by the end of the Saturday event.
You bring the book. We’ll bring the cozy vibes, snacks, and mocktails. Let’s make a chapter of our own.