Retreat

The Abbey is ideally set up for individual retreat. For those who are seeking a shared retreat, it comfortably accommodates two guests. There is one bedroom with a queen bed and desk and a second bedroom with a twin bed and desk. Both have water views.

The Abbey welcomes adults 21 and older.

While we love our animals, pets are not allowed at The Abbey.

To encourage a healthy internal and external environment, and an open spirit free of other spirits, we gently suggest no use of alcohol or recreational drugs during your time at The Abbey.

Yes. No smoking or vaping is allowed in or around The Abbey.

There are several sets of stairs: at the entrance, in the kitchen, and a set of stairs to the bedrooms upstairs. While there is room to walk with a cane, the property isn’t handicap accessible. Please ask if you have any concerns.

Please fill out the form on the Reserve page and we’ll take it from there. I’ll contact you to discuss your preferences, your schedule, and other details.

A deposit of 20% is required to secure your retreat dates. Initial deposits are due at the time of registering via PayPal invoice. Once your payment is received, The Abbey will be reserved for you. Deposits are non-refundable/non-transferable.

Final payment is due 7 days prior to the day of your arrival by PayPal invoice. Final payments are non-transferable/non-refundable.

For an overnight stay, check-in is 3:00 pm and checkout is 10:00 am. For a day of rest and healing, check-in is 7:00 am and checkout is 7:00 pm.

Please pack non-skid slippers or indoor shoes. To keep the sanctuary clean, we ask that no outside shoes be worn inside The Abbey. You may also want to pack a journal to collect and record your soul’s guidance.

You’re welcome to bring food for your stay. There are also many restaurants, a grocery store, and a gourmet food store about a five-minute drive away –— with delivery. The kitchen has a refrigerator, a tabletop oven, and induction plate. There is no dishwasher or microwave.

The bathroom has a walk-in shower. Soap, shampoo, conditioner, and a hair dryer are provided. You’re welcome to bring any other toiletries you may need. Shops are about a five-minute drive away if you forget something. There is also a basic emergency kit available at The Abbey.

No. Sheets, blankets, bath towels, and beach towels are provided.

The Abbey is set up for wi-fi to access the internet, but doesn’t have a TV.

You may want to consider a digital detox during your stay, limiting your phone and computer use (unless needed for your purposes there). Without the constant stream of distractions in the form of texts and ever-changing social feeds, emails, and pings, you will find yourself more focused and more deeply connected to yourself. The focus offered by a digital detox will extend beyond your time spent at the retreat too.

Yes, the laundry room has a washer and dryer, laundry detergent, and iron and ironing board. It also has great sunrise views!

Yes. There is private parking in the driveway with enough room for two cars.

The old town and business district of Marblehead with local shops, restaurants, grocery store, pharmacy and more are a five-minute drive from The Abbey, and downtown Salem is a 15-minute drive. The local public beaches are also minutes away, along with local parks such as Crocker Park, Fort Sewall, and Chandler Hovey Park on beautiful Marblehead Neck.