REST, REJUVENATE, AND RE-CREATE
An Inclusive Artist Retreat for Women 60+
August 4-8, 2025
Van Horn Hollow in Troy, PA
Rediscover your rhythm. Rekindle your voice. Retreat for your creativity.
This summer, female artists aged 60 and above are invited to rediscover their creative spark in a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive artist retreat led by acclaimed musician, educator, and Alexander Technique teacher Judith Saxton. Set in the tranquil, expansive setting of Van Horn Hollow in Troy, PA, the Rest, Rejuvenate, and Re-create Retreat will take place August 4-8, 2025, offering rest, reflection, and creative renewal for four participants.
The retreat centers on three key principles—Rest, Rejuvenation, and Re-create-—and is tailored to women in later stages of life who are seeking a more balanced, nourishing connection to their art, body, and community. With the immersive backdrop of 250 acres of woods, trails, gardens, a stream, and a star-filled sky, participants will experience a daily rhythm of movement, mindfulness, creativity, and companionship.
What’s Included:
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Daily Alexander Technique workshops & private sessions
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Morning movement meditation, constructive rest, and guided forest bathing
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Evening Fireside Creativity Circles: sing, drum, dance, write, listen, and share
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Hands-on crafts, journaling, nature exploration, and stargazing
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All meals, materials, and accommodations at Van Horn Hollow
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Personal reflection time plus creative exchange with a supportive micro-community
Who should attend?
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Artists, musicians, writers, and performers seeking rejuvenation
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Retired professionals looking for mindful rest and reconnection
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Wellness-focused women eager to deepen creative and spiritual practices
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Affluent travelers seeking a high-value, transformative retreat experience
About This Space
Escape to Van Horn Hollow, your serene retreat on 250 private acres at the base of Armenia Mountain. This thoughtfully restored 1850s farmhouse offers charm, comfort, and complete privacy—nestled at the very end of a quiet country road. Just an hour from Williamsport, PA and Corning, NY, you're also near Troy's local gems like the Great Troy Fair, Maple Festival, and Canton’s Apple & Cheese Festival.
The Space
We've thought of everything to make your stay effortless—from firewood to toothpaste. Fully stocked and cozy, you'll find what you need tucked into drawers and closets, just in case you forget anything.
Guest Access
Feel free to enjoy the farmhouse, surrounding trails, and peaceful pond. Please note that the outbuildings are not accessible to guests.
Other Things to Note
Mind the quirky top step into the master bedroom—a charming reminder of this home's historic roots and creative renovation journey.
Amenities
Valley View
Mountain view
Lake access
Vegetable Garden
Flagstone patio
Outdoor dining area
Free, private parking
Firepit
Private Patio/balcony
Bbq facilities
Spa tub
Wifi
1.5 baths, one upstairs, one downstairs
Airports
Elmira Corning Regional Airport
Williamsport Regional Airport
Bedroom No. 1 (Upstairs)
Double Bed, Single Bed (Single occupancy)
Bedroom No. 2 (Upstairs)
3 single beds (Single occupancy)
Bedroom No. 3 (Upstairs)
Queen bed (Single occupancy)
Bedroom No. 4 (Downstairs)
Living Room Queen pull-out couch. Private, with door
Retreat Prices
based on single/double occupancy
Early bird saves $200
Single Occupancy
$2,000 – 1 bed in Room 1, 2, or 3
$1,800 – Room 4: Downstairs Living Room Queen pull-out couch. Private, with door
Early Bird Deadline: June 14, 2025
Final Registration Deadline: June 28, 2025
