
MAINE
COASTAL MAINE SPRING AWAKENING
YOGA RETREAT
DATES: April 30 - May 2, 2027 | TEACHER: Checka Antifonario | PRICE: $945 - $1,395

Ah, the bliss of a waterfront stay in New England, as April turns into May. An historic property with each room as charming as the next, and a dreamy restored barn as our yoga practice space. The kindest hosts, and beautifully catered meals that combine nourishment with comfort and delight.
Spend your mornings gazing out at the Kennebec River with coffee or tea in hand, and stroll Popham Beach in the afternoon. Welcome the precious season of spring, when Maine's beauty is on glorious display but the crowds have not yet arrived.
This is a unique retreat and one not to miss, my friends! I would love to share it with you.
Tucked away in the village of Phippsburg, Maine, you’ll find The 1774 Inn, an historic waterfront estate steeped in natural beauty and authentic Maine charm. The elegant 18th century manor house, rustic restored event barn, and coastal farmhouse are surrounded by native plant landscaping and breathtaking water views. You might catch glimpses of seals lounging on the islands, eagles swooping from tall pines, stunning sunrises, and starry skies. It’s a gorgeous and welcoming place to gather and connect. Our group will have exclusive use of the property for our retreat weekend, with a maximum of 20 attendees.
SCHEDULE & DETAILS:
On Friday, April 30, we will check in at 3:00 pm. There will be time to settle in and relax after your journey, enjoy a mellow flow yoga class in the late afternoon, and then sit down for a leisurely dinner together.
Saturday will begin with an active class in the morning followed by a hearty breakfast. I am intentionally keeping the midday hours open on Saturday, as we will be in such a sweet location during a special time of year. You may like to take a short drive to Popham Beach or one of the nearby nature preserves, find a great spot for a local lunch, or take a long walk from property to soak in the scenery. Perhaps your soul will crave a quiet day sitting by the river right behind the inn, or cozied up reading in your room. There will absolutely be an opportunity to join in on a group activity for anyone who desires. We will gather again for a late afternoon restorative yoga class, followed by dinner and the time-honored Yogaway campfire tradition (weather permitting!).
On Sunday, we will drop into intentional spring-themed practice and ritual in an extended morning session that will also include a short portion of light sound healing. While the calendar may begin anew in January, mid-spring is when nature really blooms again here in New England. We will connect with that energy as we too shake off the last remnants of winter and step with clarity into the warmer months ahead. After our closing circle, we will enjoy a hearty and delicious brunch before checking out at noon.
All of the scrumptious meals mentioned above will be courtesy of Amy Kayne, a sought-after private chef based in Portland, ME. Amy and I are working together to craft a beautiful menu that will harmonize with the energy of our spring retreat. Dietary restrictions will be respected and accommodated.
LODGING:
We will be staying in two different buildings on property:
1. The Inn, which has 8 bedrooms in the Manor House and 3 bedrooms in the charming Hayloft Apartment above the barn. Most rooms have a private en-suite bathroom; a few share a bathroom with 1-2 other bedrooms.
2. The Coastal Farmhouse, a newly renovated four-bedroom home. There are two bedrooms with private en-suite bathrooms; the other two share a bathroom. First come first served if you have a group of four or more who'd like to book this whole house!
Please note, there are exceptionally lovely common areas in both buildings, as well as ample space to relax and wander outdoors; while your room will be a delightful haven that you may have to convince yourself to leave, this is a very special property to enjoy in full!
PRICING AND REGISTRATION:*
* There is a $50 discount on any price for current members of my Anyday Yogaway virtual yoga and meditation membership. Please note, you must have a total of two or more months of membership at time of registration to qualify for the discount.
* Your retreat package includes all yoga classes, meals aside from lunch on Saturday, lodging, and taxes. You are welcome to bring any beverages and additional food you'd like to enjoy during the retreat.
* For this retreat, you must register with someone else in order to book a double occupancy spot.
Because each space is so unique, I am inviting you to book a particular room for this retreat. You can read all about the Manor House rooms here, and the Hayloft rooms here. There are not current photos of the Coastal Farmhouse rooms as renovations are just being completed, but it will be newly done in a similar gorgeous style to the other rooms on property!
Here are the quick details and pricing for each room:
MANOR HOUSE
1) The Woodshed Suite - large first floor bedroom with queen bed, private bathroom and private porch ~ $1395 single occupancy / $1095 pp double occupancy
2) The Haggett Room - spacious second floor bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom ~ $1395 single occupancy / $1095 pp double occupancy
3) The Hill Room - spacious second floor bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom ~ $1395 single occupancy / $1095 pp double occupancy
4) The Minott Room - second floor bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom ~ $1395 single occupancy / $1095 pp double occupancy
5) The McCobb Room - spacious second floor bedroom with king bed and private bathroom ~ $1395 single occupancy / $1095 pp double occupancy
6) The Kennebec Room - small second floor bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom ~ $1345 single occupancy / $1045 pp double occupancy
7) The Linden Room - small second floor bedroom with full bed and shared bathroom (shared just with Popham) ~ $1245 single occupancy (limited to one person due to bed size)
8) The Popham Room - small second floor bedroom with two twin beds and shared bathroom (shared just with Linden) ~ $945 pp double occupancy (this room is available only as a double)
HAYLOFT APARTMENT
1) The Harvest Suite - spacious second floor suite with king bed, sitting area and shared bathroom (with Lighthouse & teacher room)
SPECIAL NOTE: Since Harvest is a two-room suite, guests may choose bring a small air mattress or cot if they would like to book it as double occupancy but do not want to share the king bed. ~ $1345 single occupancy / $1045 pp double occupancy
2) The Lighthouse Room - second floor bedroom with queen bed and shared bathroom (with Harvest & teacher room) ~ $1245 single occupancy / $945 pp double occupancy
COASTAL FARMHOUSE
1) First floor bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom (bathroom is in hallway) ~ $1395 single occupancy / $1095 pp double occupancy
2) Second floor bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom ~ $1395 single occupancy / $1095 pp double occupancy
3) Second floor bedroom with queen bed and shared hall bathroom ~ $1295 single occupancy / $995 pp double occupancy
4) Small second floor bedroom with full bed and shared hall bathroom ~ $1245 single occupancy (limited to one person due to bed size)
To register: Email Checka at info@yogawayretreats.com to request your room. A 50% deposit will confirm your spot; balance payments will be due on November 30, 2026 (electronic invoices will be provided for both).
>>TRIP INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, AND SO WORTH IT FOR PEACE OF MIND<<
All retreat deposits and payments are non-refundable; trip insurance is highly recommended. I personally recommend and partner with Wanderwell due to their excellent customer service and commitment to environmental responsibility as a Certified B Corp, 1% for the Planet business member, and Transformational Travel Council ALLY. Over the years, I have heard positive first-hand reviews from my clients who have processed claims through Wanderwell; while no one wants to be in that position, the company has been supportive and efficient when the situation arises.
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions - I hope to see you in Maine! This is going to be so special.
Warmly, Checka

Terms & Conditions
-All retreat deposits and subsequent payments are non-refundable. We know unexpected things happen, and therefore highly recommend purchasing travel insurance as a way to protect your investment.
-If a retreat is canceled because of inadequate interest, it will be done with ample notice to registrants and all money paid will be refunded.
-Yogaway Retreats does not create or impose its own travel-related restrictions for clients. Retreat participants will be expected to adhere to any official transit / health / safety / other restrictions put in place by the countries, states, transportation, tour and lodging providers, and other vendors involved in a given retreat.
-Participation in all travel and retreat activities is done at the client's own risk; Yogaway Retreats / Checka Antifonario are free from all liability.
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