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Writing Retreats

New Hope, PA

Fri, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 18, 2024

the details:

Enjoy the last of the fall colors and first of the holiday trimmings while writing in a lovely New Hope inn. This 4-day retreat includes daily writing exercises & workshops, daily readings, daily meditations & journaling, a private 1:1 session, daily breakfast, and a 3-night stay in a charming restored colonial manor.

Writers of all levels, especially beginners and of all genres, are welcome. In past retreats, writers working in fiction, memoir, creative nonfiction, journaling, blogging, children's literature, and poetry have joined. At each retreat, it is amazing  how quickly the writers form a close, supportive environment to create and share their work. Carve out some precious, dedicated time to write, network, make new friends, and share in the company of other creative spirits.  

Picture yourself walking along a scenic towpath with wildlife and river views, relaxing poolside, and writing stories that touch people’s hearts and minds. Let your creativity flow in a serene, sacred spot surrounded by other artistic souls. 

Combine your love of writing and traveling! Spend your days writing, people watching, and shopping in the eclectic art galleries and fun gift shops of artsy New Hope and Lambertville. Hop over to Philly and visit its famous landmarks--Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and Chinatown. Run up the Rocky steps at the Art Museum.

 

Daily 45-min Guided Meditation & Know Yourself Journal

For a healthy balance of body, mind, and soul, begin each day with Guided Meditation followed by self-exploration and clarity journaling in a complimentary copy of the Know Yourself Gratitude & Daily Dump Discovery Journal. 

Daily 2.5hr Morning Writing Exercises & Workshop

Each morning session will start with a writing prompt for a writing exercise, followed by a group share for those who wish to read their work. You also have the option to workshop a writing piece at the retreat. 

>Optional writing Workshop<

You can submit a 3000-word writing piece for the workshop four weeks before the retreat. Your host will forward it to all the other attendees for their thorough reading and comments. At the retreat, your work will be discussed at a 30-min workshop, and afterward, written feedback will be shared with you either in hardcopy or by email.

One 30-min Private One-on-One Workshop Session

You have the option to meet with your host to focus individual attention on your specific writing questions, your workshop comments, or your writing projects and goals. You can build on the valuable input you heard in the group workshop and receive further guidance and insight into your work from your host. You will have the time and space to go deeper into your stories. This session can be scheduled during the retreat or afterward on Zoom.

Daily 90-min Evening Readings & Group Shares

Each evening at after-dinner readings, you are welcome to share and showcase what you have been working on during the retreat day or writing you had previously written or even published.

Additional Activities

You can also lull away the relaxing afternoon hours by selecting from a long list of other activities. Hop on the Towpath along the Delaware Canal (access right down the road from the Inn) and take a meditative walk. Or bike the Towpath into New Hope, explore the vibrant streets, people watch and eat at a trendy restaurant/bar, then cross the scenic bridge to Lambertville, NJ, and loop back riding the Towpath on the NJ side. Or visit nearby attractions, Mercer Museum and Grounds for Sculpture. 

Covid-19 Safety Protocol

To keep everyone safe, healthy, and comfortable, all staff are fully vaccinated, and it is strongly recommended that all retreat attendees be vaccinated against Covid-19 also. 

A writers retreat fav! Hors d'oeuvres & wine hr at the New Hope writing retreat.

Delicious foods at the b&b

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Amazing Shopping, eating, people watching!

Enjoy a delicious daily breakfast each morning and scrumptious spread at the Wine & Hors d'oeuvres Hr on Sat afternoon.

Art galleries & quaint shops, a fun activity at the New Hope writers retreat

Amazing Shopping, eating, people watching!

Register Today & Enjoy the early bird savings!

Amazing Shopping, eating, people watching!

Quaint downtown New Hope & Lambertville have eclectic art galleries, trendy restaurants, and bars.

Register Today & Enjoy the early bird savings!

Register Today & Enjoy the early bird savings!

Register Today & Enjoy the early bird savings!

 Pay only a 15% deposit now to secure your spot. Free cancelations until Sept 15. Full payment is not due until October 15.

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New Hope Retreat Agenda

Fri, Nov 15

3:00pm

Check-in – Pineapple Hill B&B Innkeeper will show you to your reserved room.

4:00pm - 6:30pm

Writing Retreat Day 1 – Sitting Room


  • Welcome Orientation
  • Group Introductions
  • Introducing Know Yourself Journal Sampler – Round 1
  • Writing Warm-up Exercise
  • Group Share & Discussion
  • Writing Exercise #2
  • Group Share & Discussion
  • Optional Homework - Writing Exercise for the Night

7:00pm

Optional Group Dinner (Additional cost; not part of the Retreat Fee)

The group typically goes out to dinner together at a New Hope restaurant and continues to get to know each other better.

Sat, Nov 16

8:00am-9:00am

Hot Breaksfast – Served by Pineapple Hill B&B innkeeper. 

Commuters are welcome to join for $25 paid directily to Innkeeper.

9:00am-12:00pm

Writing Retreat Day 2 – Sitting Room


• Guided Meditation – Manifesting Your Desires

• Know Yourself Journaling – Round 1

• Writing Exercise

• Group Share & Discussion

• Workshop - Writers get in-depth feedback and comments to elevate and move their work to the final draft. 

• Optional Homework - Writing Exercise for the Afternoon

Afternoon

Free Time – Write, Shop, Explore. Enjoy freshly baked treats served by Pineapple Hill Inn. 

Schedule a 30min one-on-one talk with host.

4:00pm-5:00pm

Wine and Hors d’oeuvres Hour hosted by Pineapple Hill Inn.

7:00pm-8:00pm

Evening Reading & Group Share by the firepit. We can make smores afterwards! 

Sun, Nov 17

8:00am-9:00am

Hot Breaksfast – Served by Pineapple Hill B&B innkeeper. 

Commuters can join breakfast for $25 paid directly to innkeeper.

9:00am-12:00pm

Writing Retreat Day 3 – Sitting Room


• Guided Meditation – Yoga Nidra 

• Know Yourself Journaling – Round 1

• Writing Exercise

• Group Share & Discussion

• Workshop - Writers get in-depth feedback and comments to elevate and move their work to the final draft. 

• Optional Homework - Writing Exercise for the Afternoon

Afternoon

Free Time – Write, Shop, Explore. Enjoy freshly baked treats served by Pineapple Hill Inn. 

Schedule a 30min one-on-one talk with host.

6:00pm-8:00pm

Optional Order Dinner In (Additional cost; not part of the Retreat Fee) The group typically orders dinner in and eats together while we do the Evening Reading & Group Share. 

Mon, Nov 18

8:00am-9:00am

Hot Breaksfast – Served by Pineapple Hill B&B innkeeper. 

Commuters are welcome to join for $25 paid directily to Innkeeper.

note: checkout is 11:00am

• Please pack your bags and store them in your car before joining the Workshop Session at 9am

• Writers are welcome to stay after the Workshop Session ends & use the Inn grounds until new guests arrive at 3pm

9:00am-12:00pm

Writing Retreat Day 4 – Sitting Room


• Guided Meditation – Yoga Nidra 

• Know Yourself Journaling – Round 2

• Writing Exercise

• Group Share & Discussion

• Open Workshop - Writers can get in-depth feedback and comments on a second piece of writing, whether a revised draft from an earlier workshop or a brand new piece.  

• Feedback Survey

• Closing Remarks

Accommodations

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What is Included

  • 3 Nights of Inn Accommodations with a daily delicious breakfast of quiches, hearty meats, fresh fruit
  • Daily 2.5hr Writing Workshop & Exercises 
  • Daily 60min Readings and Group Shares
  • Daily 45min Meditation & Journaling
  • Optional 30min Private Session with Your Host (during retreat or afterwards over Zoom)
  • Optional Host-Led Excursion to Philadelphia (add'l fees may apply)
  • Wine & Hors d'oeuvres Hr
  • Brownies, Cookies, Tea, Coffee avail all day
  • Free WiFi 
  • Onsite Parking
  • Inground Seasonal Pool & Two Firepits

What is Not Included

  • Meals (retreat includes daily breakfast - does not include lunch or dinner)
  • Additional fees apply for some excursions and activities
  • Flight costs
  • Airport transfer
  • Travel insurance
  • Additional activities not included in the itinerary

Travel details at the New Hope writing retreat

Travel Information

By Plane: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 45min away

By Car: Philadelphia - 45min drive

              New York City  - 1.5hrs drive

              Washington DC - 3.25hrs drive

By Train: Both Amtrak and New Jersey Transit provide train service to Trenton, NJ. From there, take a 20min Uber/Lift ride to the Inn. 

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Evening Reading by firepit at the New Hope writing retreat

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Start mornings with meditation, journaling, writing exercises, workshops, and group sharing. Workshop a story to get feedback on questions about structure, characters, & what works & what doesn't. Get your writing moving again. Spend afternoons writing, shopping, or sightseeing. Showcase your work at evening readings. 

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Pineapple Hill Inn, the retreat center for the New Hope writers retreat.

Pineapple Hill Inn B&B

Each room is individually decorated and furnished with period antiques, family collectibles, and artwork. The rooms, although quaint, still offer all of today’s amenities, including cable TV, Air conditioning, and Free WiFi. The private baths have plush white towels, Gilchrist and Soames bath products, and blow dryers.

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Lots of fun things to see & do in New Hope & Nearby

Shopping is a fav activity at the New Hope writing retreat.

Shop

sightsee

sightsee

This area offers some of the best shopping experiences!

Independence Hall is a fav Philly attraction for writers at the New Hope writing retreat.

sightsee

sightsee

sightsee

Check out some of the area's many famous and scenic sights and museums!

Walking or biking on the towpath is one of many fun activities at the New Hope writing retreat

EXPLORE

sightsee

EXPLORE

Take a break from writing and get your body moving with fun, active options nearby!

Favorite Things to See & Do

Shop

  • Art galleries and an eclectic mix of specialty shops in New Hope and Lambertville
  • Quaint shops at Peddler's Village
  • Stores in Center City Philly and in Reading Market, the famous indoor farmer's market offering diverse fare, housewares & area specialties such as Philly Cheesesteak, Roast Pork Sandwich, Soft Prezel
  • Antique malls & flea markets

Sightsee

  • Visit Washington Crossing Historic Park & Museum, Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, Bowman's Tower
  • Cross the picturesque New Hope Lambertville Bridge with gorgeous views of the Delaware River to sample the delights of both New Hope, PA and Lambertville, NJ  
  • Check out wineries & breweries and the Bucks County Covered Bridges  
  • Visit Mercer Museum, Fonthill Castle & Park, Grounds for Sculpture 
  • Visit Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross House, Chinatown, Art Musuem's Rocky Steps in Philly

EXPLORE

  • Bike, hike, walk, jog on the Historic Tow Path along the Delaware Canal (access right down the road from Inn). Enjoy the trails on either the PA or NJ side of the canal.  
  • Take a scenic leisurely 6 mi bikeride on the Tow Path from Washington's Crossing Park to New Hope and take a lunch break at one of New Hope's many delicious restaurants and bars, some with stunning views of the Delaware River or the Towpath 
  • Go river tubing, kayaking, canoeing on the Delaware River


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