all while being surrounded by the unforgettably beautiful fall scenery of the East Coast?
This 4-day Bespoke Design Retreat has been created with you in mind!
She Holds Dearly is honored to be hosting the Bespoke Design Retreat at the Victorian Mayhurst Inn in Orange, Virginia.
Built by President James Madison’s family, with over 160 years of history and 37 rolling acres, you can’t help but be inspired!
It’s the perfect backdrop for a custom interior design retreat.
Classes will be held in the newly restored Summer Kitchen with its brick herringbone floor and European charm!
The American equivalent of booking a French chateau. . . .
Space is limited
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12+ hours of Practical Interior Design
knowledge & inspiration.
Early morning bible study.
Hands on workshops taught
by Sarah from She Holds Dearly.
Gorgeous welcome gifts & high end products from our select sponsors.
Spend time visiting the best antiquing
and thrifting there is to offer in this beautiful part of the country;
Followed by evening fireside
Show & Tell time.
Everyone's favorite!
A stunning candle light welcome reception upon arrival. Gourmet lunches, snacks, wines & desserts throughout the retreat. Note- Breakfasts are usually included with lodging.
Come as strangers, leave as friends!
• use airline miles
• attend with your mom, sister, friend, etc
• take a road trip
• stay with local relatives or friends
• prepare meals in house
• find a roommate in the facebook group
• active duty/ senior 65+ & AARP membership receive 10% off at Mayhurst
Airfare & transportation from the airport are not included. Note- the estate is in a remote location that cannot be reached by Uber or Lyft services.
Absolutely! We offer shared rooms just for this! Each woman attending the conference must purchase a separate ticket. Guests are welcome to share rooms, but provided meals, classes/ workshops and social events are for paid retreat attendees only. Attendees must be 18+.
We sure do! In addition to paying up front as a one-time purchase of $1500, you can opt to choose our 8-payment plan or 4- payment plan when you register.
It is not. Once registered we will provide you with a list of local options. Mayhurst rooms start at $259 per night. Some of the rooms can accommodate three guests and there are several local Inns & standard Air BnB options.
Surrounding Inns | Surrounding Air BnB's | Surrounding Hotels
12 + hours of teaching time, bible study & hands on workshops led by Sarah of She Holds Dearly, semi- formal Dinner & Welcome Reception on Monday, Lunches on Tuesday & Thursday, snacks, desserts & wine throughout the event. Plus, gifts & surprises that we will share about during the retreat! Note- most of the lodging options include breakfast. Dinners & shopping are on your own.
With just a select number of seats available, tickets are non-refundable. However, tickets can certainly be transferred to a friend or family member. (It would be your responsibility to update any applicable reservations, etc.)