The Sapphire Mountain: Yoga Retreat is thoughtfully designed for those seeking rest, movement, and connection in a natural setting.
Blending intuitive yoga, somatic practices, and sound healing with optional outdoor adventures and restorative downtime, the retreat offers a rhythm that adapts to you.
Whether you’re drawn toward quiet rest and healing or energized by hiking and exploring, each day invites you to choose what supports you most.
This is a retreat that meets you where you are.
YOUR RETREAT EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
3 nights / 4 days lodging in a mountain retreat home
Daily yoga, somatic movement, meditation & sound healing
Private Chef prepared meals- Daily light breakfast offerings, brunches & dinners
Guided nature hike & waterfall visit
Mala-Making art workshop
Airport shuttle to/from Asheville. (AVL)
Spacious downtime for rest and integration.
WHO THIS RETREAT IS FOR
Sapphire Mountain may be for you if:
You feel mentally or emotionally full and crave space to reset.
You want yoga that supports your whole self- mind & body.
You love nature but don’t want a physically demanding retreat.
You value community and personal space.
You’re in a season of transition, reflection, or renewal.
This retreat is intentionally designed with slow mornings, late brunches, spacious afternoons, and grounding evenings.
You’re encouraged to listen to your body, take what you need, and rest when you feel called.
Sapphire Mountain: Yoga Retreat Itinerary
April 30th–May 3rd, 2027 | Sapphire, North Carolina
A gentle rhythm of movement, nature, nourishment, and rest. All activities are optional.
FRIDAY
Arrival + Grounding
Airport shuttle pickup
Arrival + settling into the retreat home (tea & light snacks)
Opening intention-setting ceremony
Grounding yoga practice + guided meditation
Welcome group dinner
You’ll leave the Sapphire Mountain Yoga Retreat feeling:
Grounded and deeply rested
Clearer in your body and mind
Reconnected to your intuition
Nourished — not just physically, but emotionally
Supported by a sense of belonging and inner steadiness
This is the kind of rest that lingers — the kind you carry back into real life.
Nourishment by our Private Chef
Each dish created is:
💛 Beautifully plated and inspired by the season
🥦 Thoughtfully balanced for nourishment and pleasure
🍋 Rooted in whole, fresh ingredients that support wellbeing
✨ Designed to complement your body and spirit during retreat
From vibrant brunch spreads to comforting dinners, Retreat meals are a quiet form of care — a daily pause you look forward to, a moment of delight that grounds and restores your body as deeply as the practices themselves.
PRICING & ROOM OPTIONS
PAYMENT PLANS
To support a relaxed and spacious booking experience, payment plans are available.
Your spot is reserved with a deposit, followed by equal monthly payments, with the full balance due 30 days before the retreat.
For custom payment arrangements or specific roommate requests, please contact us directly at
📧 saltybuddhaco@gmail.com
MEET YOUR GUIDES
Rachael Croll
Founder of Salty Buddha Yoga, retreat host, and lead facilitator. Rachael is known for creating grounded, inclusive spaces rooted in nervous system awareness, intuitive movement, and real-life integration.
Cindy Phillips
Founder of Island Yoga Space and Co-Owner of Salty Buddha on AMI- Cindy thoughtfully weaves poetry, meaningful themes, and world music into her classes, inspiring students to connect with their inner wisdom.
Jackie Grosser
Sound healing practitioner and yoga teacher offering deeply restorative sound journeys designed to support relaxation, emotional release, and energetic balance.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS + DETAILS
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No. Sacred Summer is open to all levels of yoga practitioners.
All classes are thoughtfully guided with options and modifications, and you’re always encouraged to listen to your body and move in ways that feel supportive.
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Not at all. Every part of the retreat is optional.
You’re welcome to skip any class, excursion, or group activity if you feel called to rest, journal, or enjoy quiet time on your own. This retreat is designed to restore you, not exhaust you.
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Sacred Summer is intentionally kept small and intimate to support connection, personalized guidance, and a calm, grounded atmosphere.
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Absolutely. Many guests attend solo and leave feeling deeply connected — to themselves and to the community. This retreat is designed to feel welcoming, inclusive, and supportive from the moment you arrive.
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Guests should plan to fly into the Asheville Airport (AVL)
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Yes. Private van airport transportation is included to and from the retreat.
Arrival on Friday April 30th
A group airport pickup will take place at 1:30pm from Asheville Airport (AVL).
Please book your flight to arrive before 1:00pm, allowing adequate time for deplaning and collecting any checked luggage.Departure (Monday):
The return airport transfer will depart from the retreat home at 11:00am.
Please schedule your departing flight for 2:30pm or later to ensure a relaxed and timely arrival at the airport.If you have questions about flight timing or need assistance coordinating travel, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help.
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Yes. Our chef-prepared meals are nourishing and thoughtfully planned.
You’ll have the opportunity to share dietary needs and allergies after booking so we can do our best to accommodate you. -
Deposit
A non-refundable deposit of $450 is required to reserve your spot.
This deposit supports initial planning, lodging commitments, and administrative costs and is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Refund Schedule
60+ days prior to retreat start:
Full refund minus the deposit30–59 days prior:
50% refund of the total retreat cost (excluding deposit)Less than 30 days prior:
No refunds will be issued
Transfers & Credits
If you’re unable to attend, you may transfer your spot to another person with written notice and approval.
In some cases, a credit toward a future retreat may be offered at the discretion of the retreat host. Credits are not guaranteed and depend on timing and availability.
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We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in the event of unexpected illness, travel delays, or emergencies. This ensures peace of mind for circumstances beyond anyone’s control.