A powerful 4 days at the ZENHouse awaits….
WE ARE SOUL EXCITED TO ZEN OUT!
july 17-20, 2025
Welcome from Jenny & Salena
We are grateful to be your guides at this mix of adventure, sisterhood & heart-opening soul-discovery!
From yoga to sound healing, to playing in waterfalls, this sacred land will bring you into the present, tapping into your purest, truest self.
this guide includes:
SUGGESTED PACKING LIST
ITINERARY
suggested packing list:
FIRST, PLEASE BRING A BOOK THAT HAS INSPIRED YOU FOR OUR BOOK EXCHANGE. YOU WILL BE LENDING THIS BOOK OUT DURING YOUR STAY - OPTIONAL TO GIVE IT AS A GIFT, YOUR CHOICE. YOU WILL ALSO BE RECEIVING A BOOK.
Any book is good, but something impactful, that has possibly changed your life or shifted your thinking.
OTHER ITEMS TO PACK:
Headlamp or/and Flashlight
Hiking Shoes or Shoes with good traction
Rain Jacket
Sunscreen (non-toxic preferred)
Small Backpack to carry things might be nice
Waist Pack to carry phone/things if that’s your jam
Wrist Watch
Ear plugs for peaceful sleep
Sound machine if you think others in your room might like that (you can ask upon arrival)
ALL NATURAL BUG SPRAY (if you can’t pack in a carry-on no worries, we will have some extras for sure, this is just so you have easy access to it as needed)
BODY WASH, Shampoo etc. We will provide natural hand soap for each bathroom but you need to bring body wash and hair care products.
THOSE DRIVING PLEASE BRING:
a beach towel + a bath towel (or two!)
your favorite pillow or blanket
CAMPING CHAIR or LAWN CHAIR for sitting around the fire if you’d like a more comfy seat!
CLOTHING:
Weather in the mountains is very ideal and mild at this time of year. It is usually cool in the mornings & evenings.
The day-time can be hot! Have plenty of shorts, tank tops, bathing suits, and especially clothes that can be layered. Light colors vs. dark/black are recommended for hot parts of the day.
Hat or cap for light rain & sun
Bring raincoats or rain gear
Bathing suit(s) always good to bring at least 2
Comfy clothes for evenings/mornings - sweats, pants, hoodies are ideal
Lightweight hiking boots especially low-tops like Merrell’s or even shoes with a good grip are recommended *break in your shoes & test your footwear
Good walking shoes that are comfy as an option maybe good to bring as well
Sandals like Teva’s or others with straps or comfort features (flip flops will not be good for walking the property but feel free to bring for walking around the house, on the deck, etc)
Yoga clothing
Outfit(s) to wear hiking or walking the property
PLEASE BRING AN ALL-WHITE DRESS OR OUTFIT FOR OUR GODDESS CEREMONY for our final night. We expect to be outside for this at sunset and the evening, but possible we will do some of it or all of it indoors depending on weather and bugs! If you don’t have a full on all white shirt/pants or dress, you can just wear a white top! We do not plan to be doing yoga at that time. We will most likely not have individual professional photography offered at this retreat, but Group Photos will be taken of course!
THERE IS A WASHER & DRYER
THERE IS AIR CONDITIONER IN THE ROOMS
we provide yoga mats but feel free to bring yours
WE WILL HAVE SOME YOGA CUSHIONS AND BLANKETS,
IF DRIVING PLEASE BRING PROPS YOU NEED JUST IN CASE such as yoga blocks OR BOLSTER OF CHOICE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DRIVING TO THE HOUSE:
Entering The Property (Important - Please Read)
If you are driving into the property and the entrance is on your right DO NOT try to make a right-hand turn into the property. The turn is too sharp, so your car will scrape its underside or get caught.
Instead, drive down the road a few thousand feet until you see the first driveway on your left. Pull in, back up, turn the car around and turn into the property approaching with a left-hand turn.
HOUSE ADDRESS: The Wheel of Bliss House
3303 Meadow Fork Rd. Hot Springs, North Carolina
Itinerary Coming Soon!
Length of Retreat: 4 days, 3 nights
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE, STILL IN EARLY PLANNING STAGES SO CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UPDATES!
THURSDAY - ARRIVAL, DAY 1
For those Flying:
Transport from Asheville Airport *See below for flight suggestions. You must choose a flight based on shuttle van schedule.
1:40pm - Shuttle Departs Airport for Retreat House
2:45pm Shuttle Arrival to Retreat House
3pm - 5:30pm Settle in, Meet & Ground in
Those driving arrive by 5pm
Forage & Create Group ZEN Heart Wildcrafting
6pm Dinner at Dining Hall
7pm Cacao & Light Yoga
8pm Sound Bath & Journaling
9:15pm Walk Back to Retreat House
10:30pm Lights Out
FRIDAY - DAY 2
8:45am Walk down to Breakfast
9am Breakfast in Dining Hall
10am SILENT MEDITATION WORKSHOP
11am Yoga in the Yurt
12pm - Lunch in Dining Hall
1:30pm Free Time (Relaxing)
2:30pm Ice Bath & Breathwork
5pm Dinner
6:30pm Transport to Max Patch
7PM Sunset Hike ~ Max Patch Trail
9PM Shuttle back to House
SATURDAY - DAY 3
8am - Yoga-Dance Class in Yoga Yurt
9am Breakfast at Dining Hall
10:30am Guided ZENHike on Property
Yoga & Sound Bath on the Deck
12pm Lunch at Dining Hall
12pm - 5pm
FREE TIME & Massage Appointments
5pm Dinner
6:30pm Group Photo
6:45pm GODDESS CIRCLE
& ZEN-sister Reveal
8pm Sober Mocktails & Bonfire
SUNDAY - DAY 4 - DEPARTURE
8am- Light Yoga & Sound Bath
9am Official Retreat Closing Circle
9:30am Brunch
11:15am Group Transportation vehicle leaves for Airport
Those driving can relax at the Retreat House until checkout 1pm
*Free time to swim, hang out, wander woods
Official Checkout Time for ALL ~ 1pm
*Flight suggestions below in FAQ section,
please book a flight that leaves AFTER 2:30pm
FLIGHT & TRANSPORTATION INFO
Please Fly into AVL Asheville Airport on July 17th before 12:40pm to get the van (included in your purchase, leaves at 1pm).
Uber is not a reliable transportation source as the retreat house is ONE HOUR AWAY from the airport in a rural area. Please plan to take the shuttle if you are flying.
DEPARTURE: please book a flight that leaves AFTER 2:30pm to match shuttle transportation.
TRAVELING TO ASHEVILLE AVL- DEPARTING FLIGHT
Thursday, JULY 17
ALLEGIANT
Departs 11:03AM PIE (St. Pete Airport) - Arrives 12:40pm AVL Asheville
(NON-STOP)
LEAVING ASHEVILLE/ RETURN FLIGHT
Jan 11th
ALLEGIANT
Departs 2:51pm AVL
Arrives PIE (St. Pete Airport) 4:29pm
(NON-STOP)
*prices & availability subject to change, you are responsible for your own flight
DRIVING CONSIDERATIONS
The retreat house is located at the top of a steep gravel hill.
Only SUVs, Trucks & 4WD vehicles can park up there.
Everyone else will park by the Celestial Dining Hall (signs & directions will be provided and you will be shuttled up with your bags).
FAQ’s
Do I need to be in shape?
We will be doing a lot of walking and hiking up a mountain. It is important that you are able to comfortably walk miles at a time. It is not expected that we will go on all day long hikes that are over 5 miles, but we do expect to experience a variety of hikes on the property and off that call upon you to be in good walking shape. If you live in a flat area, it’s always a great idea to add some uphill walking up parking garages or adding an incline to a treadmill or using a stairmaster while preparing for this trip. It’s definitely not necessary to train like you are going to be in a race or walk up the Grand Canyon, but it is important to be in good walking shape and make an effort to ensure that before the trip. Consult with your doctor if you have back pain or other issues exacerbated by walking.
How Long is the Max Patch Hike?
Our planned hike to Max Patch is a 1.5-mile loop trail. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 min to summit, walking uphill through the woods and then reaching the higher peaks. We provide transportation to the trail which is about 30-40 minutes or more from the retreat house and we will all hike together.
Internet
Please note the retreat house is in a rural area, which is amazing for groups like us attempting to bond or do spiritual practice. Please note that most mobile phones will not have service in the mountains. However, you may use the house phone to make and receive calls. We are headed on this retreat to unplug but the good news is that the house just received fiber optic internet, so it is possible you will be able to text via Wi-Fi!
This is an alcohol-free and drug-free event with an emphasis on becoming more conscious and present, substance-free! Please do not bring any alcohol or drugs to this retreat as it can be triggering to those who are avoiding substances and interfere with the pure energy we are co-creating.
Let’s also UNPLUG as much as possible during the retreat. No phone during yoga and sound bath sessions please!!
Reminder of cancellation policy
Deposits/payments made are non-refundable.
If a participant must cancel due to emergency for up to 60 days prior to the arrival then they will receive credit to use toward future retreats for their deposit/full or partial payments made. The participant may use their credit toward a future retreat of ours taking place within 1 year of the date of the original cancellation.
If a participant cancels within 60 days of the retreat, s/he will be responsible and liable for the deposit, full payment, or partial payments made toward the booking without any credit or repayment. If the participant cancels within 30 days, all payments are forfeited, however they may transfer their ticket to a friend. Within 30 days cancel you will NOT receive credit for a future retreat.