A Sacred Adventure for You and Your Daughter in
Joshua Tree, CA
July 19-22, 2026
Because One Day, She'll Remember How It Felt to Be With You.
A transformational Mother-Daughter retreat in Joshua Tree, CA for girls ages 5-11 - designed to deepen connection, build confidence, and create memories you'll carry for a lifetime.
You only get a handful of years where she still wants to hold your hand, follow your lead, and explore the world by your side.
This retreat is an invitation to slow down, step into nature, experience sisterhood, and choose intentional time together- before life gets louder and schedules get fuller.
What you'll experience:
- Guided hikes through Joshua Tree National park
- Goddess-like mother-daughter photo shoot, celebrating confidence and self-expression
- Cacao Ceremony followed by a magical sound meditation under the stars
- Movement, dance parties, and play
- Heart-centered bonding designed for moms and daughters.
- Stargazing experiences
- Pool and hot tub time!
- Special visitors (I can't wait to share this surprise!!!!)
- and many more magical memories along the way!
It's not just a vacation.
It's a relationship imprint -
-a shared rite of passage where your daughter learns what it feels like to be seen, celebrated, and brave... with you right beside her.
Magical Local Adventures
Lifelong Friendships: for moms and daughters (ages 5-11)!
Play & ReTREAT
Tentative Itinerary
Activities and days are subject to change.
Day 1
Arrive at our high desert retreat home at 4pm (that's check in time). We will have meet and greet activities, share a family style dinner, and spend the evening getting settled in for our adventures ahead! Quiet your mind with a meditative labyrinth walk on the grounds of the property. Relax in the hot tub, swim in the pool, or simply enjoy the sunset and cozy up with a cup of tea. Connect with your fellow retreat-mates! The evening is yours! There will be a welcome activity for mothers and daughters to meet each other and have fun!
Day 2
Let's adventure! Today we will take the girls on an adventure into Joshua Tree National Park for some hiking. We will choose 1-2 hikes about 1 mile each, and beat the summer heat with a morning spent in the park. We will return to the retreat house for lunch and an afternoon of swimming, playing, and activities designed to connect moms with moms and daughters with daughters, as well as moms with daughters! We will even have some special visitors for our picnic dinner on the grounds! There will be s'mores by the fire pit, and amazing stargazing at night!
Day 3
Let's have fun today with empowering activities such as tai chi, kids (and grown ups) dance parties, scavenger hunts, and more! Have a magical mother/daughter goddess photo shoot and leave with photos and memories you will look back on and cherish. The highlight will be our evening sound meditation under the stars inside Joshua Tree National Park. This will be a magical, memorable night for all attending.
Day 4
Enjoy a peaceful morning with a meditation walk through the labyrinth with a cup of coffee or tea. Then we will enjoy our breakfast, farewell activities, and pack up to depart at 10am.
You're not spending money on a weekend away. You're investing in how your daughter remembers you - and how she remembers herself.
The Details
Cost: $3,333 per mother/daughter couple ($4,000 for mothers bringing 2 daughters). Secure your space with your $500 deposit today!
This retreat is designed to be:
✨ Sacred time away from distractions, schedules, and expectations.
✨ Intimate (small group size)
✨ Deeply intentional
✨Led with care, presence, and heart
What's Included:
- 3 night stay at our high desert oasis retreat home, Gaia Villa. (Check it out because the place is magical!)
- All meals included, fresh juices stocked in the fridge, snacks, and more! (Sunday dinner; Monday Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Tuesday Breakfast, Lunch Dinner; and Wednesday Breakfast)
- Sound healing meditation under the stars inside Joshua Tree National Park.
- Mother/Daughter "goddess" photo session
- All park fees & activities
- Tai Chi and meditations led by Abby, labyrinth walks, and more!
- Kid-Only activities led by our kids leader.
- Mother-Only activities led by Abby or a special guest.
- As always, all activities are optional!
What's not included:
- Travel/Airfare to/from Joshua Tree and our retreat house in Yucca Valley, CA. Nearest airports: Palm Springs Airport (approximately 37 minutes drive), Ontario International Airport (approximately 1.5 hours drive) and Los Angeles LAX (approximately 2.5 hours drive). Carpooling and the sharing of rental cars is recommended.
- Souvenirs
- Extra gratuity for any tour guides.
How to secure your spot:
- Email Abby your room/bed preference and if you will be sharing with a friend. (One room has 4 twin beds, so will be reserved for two mother/daughter couples). [email protected]
- $500 non-refundable deposit due to reserve your mother/daughter space. 50% of your remaining cost due April 1, 2026, final 50% due June 1, 2026. Payments can be made via check, Venmo or Zelle/Bank Transfer. Other option is to place your deposit below right on this page: a 3% credit card fee will be added for anyone needing to pay via CC.
- No refunds after June 1, 2026. Refunds before June 1, 2026, will incur a $500 non-refundable fee.
Many mothers share the same quiet truth:
"I don't want to look back and wish I had chosen more time, more presence, more intention."
This retreat is for the moms who feel that pull - and are ready to honor it.
Choose your Room Preference
Room preferences are first come, first served, based on availability. All rooms and bathrooms are shared. Note, if bringing two daughters, you will need to share 1 king bed between the three of you, so that you can stay in the same room.
- Room of 2 Twin Beds or 1 King Bed: (3 available).
- Room of 4 Twin Beds (1 bunkbed and 2 twin beds): (1 available)
- Bunk Room (2 twin beds): (1 available)
About our Retreat House
Indoor Amenities
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Large living room, 2 dining rooms
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Indoor yoga studio fully stocked w/ yoga supplies
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Large kitchen with industrial range w/ all cooking and serving supplies
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Entertainment bar w/ wine fridge
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Oversized washer + dryer
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Alkaline water on tap
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Whole house water softening system
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Smart TV, board games, library of books
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Wifi powered by Ubiquity Unifi Networks
Outdoor Amenities
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Saltwater pool w/ grotto waterfall
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Labyrinth walking meditation
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Outdoor yoga pavilion
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7-person hot tub spa with state-of-the-art massaging jets
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Large beautiful outdoor fire pit (propane)
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Outdoor kitchen (32" BBQ grill, sink, and fridge)
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2 cold plunge tubs
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Rooftop patio with firepit and amazing desert views
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Multiple patio areas and expansive backyard
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Outdoor games: Bocce Ball, Cornhole, Jumbo Jenga
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Peaceful & upscale residential neighborhood
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Plenty of on-site parking
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Convenient access to JT National Park, trails & shops
Empowered Escape Testimonials
"Abby's Well Weekends are a breath of fresh air, much needed "me" time and a wonderful time to connect with new friends. I can't express how much these well weekends feed my mind, body and soul."
Mandy Curry
Lake Tahoe, Destin FL, Moab UT & Yosemite Well Weekends
"Yosemite was amazing! Breathtaking views as we hiked the beautiful waterfalls, and the evening belly laughs at the pizza party. However, Lake Tahoe has my heart. My souls feels at peace near the water. Its beauty from seeing it from the plane in the sky to viewing on ground though... just wow! My favorite was yoga by the water one morning, the calmness, the sun shining on us, and being in tune with me. Ahhh!! Such great memories!"
Jenia Vest
Yosemite & Lake Tahoe Well-Weekends
"Abby’s Hot Springs retreat was an incredible, once in a lifetime experience. Abby is a wealth of knowledge and has such a giving heart. She truly wants everyone to be their healthiest self, mentally, physically and emotionally. Taking time to recharge and rediscover yourself is something everyone needs to do now and then. Having a few days of self reflection and growth was exactly what my soul needed. I can’t wait for the next one!"
Lindsay Nunn
Calistoga Hot Springs Retreat
"I came to the 2018 Well Weekend (Napa Valley) not quite sure what to expect. What I found was a group of welcoming, kind women from all over the country looking to make themselves a priority and to build relationships with each other. The food was great, the location was great and the company was the best part!"
Tami Hackbarth
Napa Valley Well Weekend
"I have been on 7 Well Weekends and they all offered something unique. A Wellness Weekend is a place you can speak and not be judged. Vacations are great, retreating with positive, strong women...life changing!"
Brandy Womble
Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Moab UT, Destin FL, Napa Well Weekends
Slideshow of Past Empowered Escapes
Check out some of the great adventures we have had over the years!
Frequently Asked Questions
Mothers of all ages with daughters in the elementary school age range (5-11). Activities, pacing, and group dynamics are intentionally curated for this developmental stage - balancing adventure, creativity, rest, and connection.
Yes, this is a shared experience. Mothers and daughters participate together in hikes, movement sessions, bonding activities, etc. However, there will be activities solely for the daughters to connect with each other, along with our kids leader, but they will never leave the property without their mother.
Absolutely. Safety is a top priority. Activities are age-appropriate, guided, and intentionally paced. Group size is kept small to ensure personal attention, emotional safety, and physical care throughout the experience.
No prior hiking or retreat experience is needed. Hikes are accessible, guided, and designed to be fun and empowering - not strenuous. This retreat is about exploration and presence, not pushing limits.
That's completely welcome here. This retreat is not about performance or participation pressure. Activities are invitational, gentle, and supportive, allowing each child to show up in her own way and time.
No worries at all! While the retreat includes heart centered and nature-based experiences, everything is grounded, inclusive, and accessible. You don't need any prior spiritual background. Just openness and presence.
Many mothers and daughters will leave feeling:
- more connected
- more confident
- more proud of their relationship
Tears, laughter, play, and meaningful conversations are all part of the experince.
Group size is intentionally limited to keep the experience intimate, supportive, and deeply connected. Expect no more than 7-8 mother/daughter duos.
Because of the intimate nature of the retreat and advance planning required, deposits are non-refundable. There will be no refunds of monies paid after June 1, 2026. In exceptional circumstances, if your space can be transferred to someone on the waitlist, you will receive a refund of monies paid minus your non-refundable deposit fee.
COVID (and other illness issues) Information
Due to COVID (and any other potential illnesses), we recommend sharing a room only with someone you are comfortable sharing with. By joining this retreat, you understand that you will be sharing a house with several other women. We will respect and follow any rules and laws that California has in place to keep their cities and state safe.
Thank you for understanding.
