APRIL 9-11, 2027
Meredith, New Hampshire
Our 8th reading retreat will be held at the gorgeous Mill Falls Resort in Meredith, NH!
Located within 60-90 minutes of multiple airports, this lakeside resort wraps you in quintessential New England charm, with cozy fireplaces, sweeping lake views, and a storybook village setting straight out of a novel.
It's truly the best and coziest backdrop for a reading retreat!
Sarah R.
What i loved most about book·cation was the atmosphere. i was surrounded by kind, generous people who enjoy a good book and conversation, just like me. i spent the weekend not just enjoying lots of uninterrupted quality reading time, but actually feeling like i had walked into my favorite book.
what do we have planned?
LET ME TELL YOU!
- Check-in begins at 4:00pm
- Welcome hors d'oeuvres reception to mix, mingle, and meet your fellow book lovers followed by s'mores by the lake
- A gift card to explore the charming bakery and coffee shop of the Mill Falls Marketplace at your own pace
- A leisurely walk to Hermit Woods Winery for a guided tasting tour and lunch in one of Meredith's most beloved local spots
NEW OPTION
Arrive Early!
Here's how a Book·cation weekend actually works: the itinerary below covers our curated group moments- the dinners, the bookstore pop-up, the author chat. But everything in between? That time is completely and intentionally yours. Find a cozy chair by the fire, claim a spot on the patio, and just read. No agenda, no obligations. The whole point is giving you the beautiful space and the permission to do it.
Friday, April 9
- Check in at 4:00pm (for those not arriving early)
- Explore the resort and scope out cozy spots to read throughout the weekend.
- Doors open for dinner at 6:30 with a welcome toast at 7pm. You’ll receive all your swag when you walk in and there will also be time to take photos, enter the local author giveaway, and chat!
- At both dinners, all dietary needs can be accommodated.
Saturday, April 10
- There will be a breakfast buffet for you to enjoy at your leisure.
- After breakfast, we'll walk across the street to Innisfree Bookstore for our own private shopping event.
- Lunch will be on your own, but you'll get a gift card to use throughout the resort so you can choose where and what you'd like to eat.
- Book Club will happen in the afternoon (optional)
- Doors open for dinner at 6:30pm
- After dinner we'll do our Blind Book Exchange
- Everyone will be seated by favorite genre so you can sit with your fellow genre lovers!
- Local author Brinda Charry will be joining us for a Q&A discussion of her new book 'Hocus Pocus'.
- There will be a breakfast buffet for you to enjoy at your leisure from 7-9am.
- After breakfast, we'll walk across the street to Innisfree Bookstore for our own private shopping event.
- Lunch will be on your own, but you'll get a gift card to use throughout the resort so you can choose where and what you'd like to eat.
- Book Club in the afternoon (optional)
- Doors open for dinner at 6:30pm
- After dinner we'll do our Blind Book Exchange
- Everyone will be seated by favorite genre so you can sit with your fellow genre lovers!
- Local author Brinda Charry will be joining us for a Q&A discussion of her new book 'Hocus Pocus' followed by a book signing!
Sunday, April 11
- Check out is at 11am, but please feel free to join me at 8:30am in the lobby to walk over to the local bakery. This isn’t a formal meal, but a last chance for those who’d like to join to chat a bit more before we all head out back to reality.
BREAKING
DOWN
COST
BREAKING
DOWN
COST
We’re committed to making this retreat both affordable and luxurious — a well-earned, guilt-free splurge for all book lovers. At just $650 + lodging, it’s a true resort escape without the five-star price tag.
We also reward readers who commit early!
Booking early helps us plan and secure everything that makes the retreat special, so we pass those savings along to you. Once Early Bird closes, the retreat moves to its standard rate and then final rate.
$575
Early Bird
$600
Standard
$650
Final Rate
Early Bird Registration saves you $75 and will be open for ONE WEEK starting on October 1, 2026.
Use code 'EARLYBIRD'
The Standard Rate is a savings of $50 and will run October 9 - January 31 2027.
Use code 'STILLASTEAL'
The Final Rate is full price and will be in effect February 1-15, 2027.
LODGING INFORMATION
Lodging is booked separately of registration. Once you've registered, you'll get an email from me with a link to book your room at a special, discounted rate.
Lodging is booked separately of registration. Once you've registered, you'll get an email from me with a link to book your room at a special, discounted rate.
EXTRA DAY ADD-ON
$175
- Welcome hors d'oeuvres reception to mix, mingle, and meet fellow attendees followed by s'mores by the lake
- A gift card to explore the charming bakery and coffee shop of the Mill Falls Marketplace at your own pace
- A leisurely walk to Hermit Woods Winery for a guided tasting tour and lunch in one of Meredith's most beloved local spots
The ‘Arrive Early’ experience is an optional add-on open to all attendees. Participation in activities is always optional — the extended stay is simply offered as one bundled experience with a single add-on fee.
Add-On Day
A quick note about pricing...
Unlike many all-inclusive retreats with one large upfront fee, Book·cation separates lodging so you can tailor the stay to your comfort level and budget. Most attendees find their full weekend investment, including lodging, typically falls around $950–$1,250, depending on location and room selection. Many choose to add an extra night and day which is a popular add-on that extends the experience to a full long weekend, typically bringing the total to $1,400–$1,700.
Want to keep cost down?
Invite friends along! Even though everyone would need to register individually, splitting the cost of the hotel can help bring down costs to keep the retreat even more budget friendly.
A standard king room will be $255/night (includes tax + resort fees)