Get Ready for Book Huddle’s Maine Reading Retreat!
Update: This retreat is sold out. Stay tuned for a new retreat coming soon!
I'm SO excited to announce the next Book Huddle reading retreat, which will be held in Kennebunkport, Maine, from October 25th to 27th, 2024.
When my reading retreat idea went viral on TikTok last year, I was flooded with requests for Maine, and I get why. Maine is the perfect destination for readers—quaint buildings, the sea, cozy fireplaces, yummy seafood!—and we’re finally making that perfect East Coast happen!
Every Book Huddle reading retreat has received a 99% satisfaction rating from attendees, and I want every retreat to get better and better. 👏 I can't wait to share this magical experience with more readers. I have big plans for Book Huddle—need-based financial assistance within the year, international retreat locations, day events, and more!—and I am so endlessly grateful for this community’s support.
But first, before I get into the details below, a quick disclaimer:
All of the reading retreats have sold out very quickly to date, and given the demand for Maine, I expect this will go fast as well.
If you want to attend this reading retreat, join Book Huddle Club, which gets you 24-hour early access to ticket sales, a $50 USD coupon towards your retreat ticket, and a virtual book club membership with 180+ other readers! Just make sure you join by 11:59 pm on March 14th to ensure early access.
Now for the details!
Maine Reading Retreat Dates & Location
Our retreat will be held at The Lodge on the Cove in Kennebunkport, Maine, from October 25th to 27th, 2024.
Think of a reading retreat as a book club over a weekend. You’ll choose from a selection of books, read the book before, and discuss the book with your huddle over the weekend! It’s the perfect bookish getaway, complete with plenty of reading, book chats, and opportunities to make new friends who love books as much as you do.
For our fifth retreat, I wanted something that felt very East Coast casual, almost like a motel vibe where people could spend much time in comfy clothes and nature. That’s why I was so thrilled to find this spot in a seaside town about 30 minutes from Portland, ME's airport. It’s about a 20-minute walk away from the main Kennebunkport area, so it’s the most pedestrian-friendly reading retreat yet!
The best part? We'll have the whole venue to ourselves! So, everyone you see over the weekend will be a fellow huddler.
Sleeping Accommodations
I’m a bit high-maintenance when it comes to sleeping, and I’m so excited about The Lodge on the Cove’s adorable rooms. You'll have the choice of either single (king bed) or shared room (two queen bed) room.
The property has multiple buildings, and every building has a unique colour palette, so your room will be delightfully unique.
All guest rooms have:
Full bathroom with shower/tub (King ADA room has a walk-in shower, no tub)
Separate vanity and dressing area
Soothing bath amenities
Hair dryers
Flat screen TVs with DVD players and HD cable
Mini refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave
Air conditioning
Ironing board with iron
Wireless internet access
If you’re going for a shared room option, you can pre-select a roommate or be paired with a fellow attendee after you get your ticket!
Book Huddle’s Values
Over 170 people have chosen to come to Book Huddle’s reading retreats, and it’s my mission to create a space where everyone feels safe and welcome.
Books create spaces for us to understand and value diverse experiences. I am deeply moved by the lifelong friendships formed at our previous retreats. Inclusivity and safety are paramount to me, and I can guarantee that you will be in a safe space that’s happy to have you!
Itinerary and Activities
I want these retreats to leave you more refreshed than you arrived. All activities are optional so you can follow your heart in the moment!
This retreat’s activities include:
Book huddles to discuss your weekend book
Time spent reading by the fire in the main lodge
An off-site lunch at a nearby restaurant
A lobster bake (!) for one of the dinners
A private book fair (a Book Huddle staple )
Outdoor walks in the perfect fall weather
Games like ping pong in the clubhouse building
Don’t forget to join Book Huddle Club to get early access to tickets!
Weekend Books
The weekend will have four book options: fiction, thriller, romance, and fantasy. All of the books will be recently published and vetted by yours truly. I prioritize women, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC authors and/or storylines with the book selections.
Ticket Prices
All ticket prices include:
Sleeping accommodations for Friday and Saturday nights
Meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages from Friday afternoon check-in through Sunday lunch
Activities for the entire weekend from Friday at 4pm through Sunday at 4pm
A welcome bag full of bookish goodies
Your chosen book that is sent to you in advance in your preferred format
This will be a sober-friendly event, but there will also be a cash bar if you'd like to add some bubbly or booze to your weekend activities (which I plan on doing)!
Solo ROOM Ticket
If you’d like your own single room, the retreat ticket fee per person is $1,849 USD. There will also be a payment plan of $304 per month for seven months.
SHARED ROOM TICKET
The retreat ticket fee per person for a shared room is $1,449 USD. There will also be a payment plan of $238 per month for seven months.
And, don’t forget—Book Huddle Club members get a coupon for $50 off!
Ticket Sales Schedule
Here's the ticket sales schedule!
Fri March 15th at 8am PT - 24-hour early access to all Book Huddle Club members who join by midnight on March 14th.
Sat March 16th at 8am PT - If there are any leftover tickets after early access sales, tickets are available to the public
I hope this weekend is as exciting for you as it is for me. Thank you so much, as always, for your support in making this little dream of mine come to life. I hope to see you there!