The Ankida Experience:
Nature, Wine, and Wonder
Step away from the noise of daily life and journey into the heart of the Blue Ridge mountains.
At Ankida Ridge, where heaven and earth join, we invite you to immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind retreat that nourishes body, mind, and spirit.
OCTOBER 20-22, 2025
Ankida Ridge Vineyards
Accomodations: The Elston Inn, Sweet Briar College
This all-inclusive retreat encompasses three days of unique programming led by expert teachers, exclusive wine experiences and two nights lodging at an elegant country inn. Once you check in, we'll take care of the rest with private transport, all meals included and, of course, wine!
TOGETHER WE WILL...
Connect with the wonder of the forest, the stillness of yoga, the flow of Tai Chi and Qigong, and the harmonies of sound.
Explore with an off-road adventure through mountain vineyards, create art in nature, learn the life cycle of the vine and the beauty of vintage variation.
Savor a four-year vertical tasting of Ankida Pinot Noir, gather around a farm-to-table feast, and experience the abundance of our mountain valley.
Create together with memoir writing sessions and holiday-inspired tablescaping workshops.
Embrace the joy of community—connection, conversation, and shared discovery.
Experience the magic of this mountain vineyard as we connect more deeply with nature and ourselves. More than a retreat, an invitation to immerse, create, become.
RETREAT SCHEDULE:
Monday, October 20th
Check-in at Elston Inn by 1:30pm
Shuttle to Ankida Ridge
Welcome Bubbly and Charcuterie
Ankida Off-Road Adventure and Vineyard Tour
Wine Tasting: Ankida Signature Tasting
"Yoga in the Vines" with Omni Homestead Chief Sommelier and Yoga Instructor Quynh Cohen
BBQ Dinner up on the Overlook at Sunset
New Moon Stargazing during the
Orionids Meteor Shower
Return Shuttle to Elston Inn
Tuesday, October 21st
Breakfast at Elston Inn
Shuttle to Ankida Ridge
"Qigong, Sound Bathing and Meditation"
with Sophia Dallair
Lunch
"Forest Bathing + Creativity Workshop"
with Petra Monaco
Wine Tasting: 4-Year Ankida Pinot Noir Vertical
"Memoir Writing: Telling Your Story"
with Christine Vrooman
Wine Tasting: 2025 Gamay Barrel Tasting
Dinner
Return Shuttle to Elston Inn
Wednesday, October 22nd
Breakfast at Elston Inn
Shuttle to Ankida Ridge
"Tai Chi Flow" with Anne-Alex Packard
of Mindful Mountain Yoga
Lunch: Farm-to-Table Harvest Feast
with Oakshire Farm
"Natural Tablescapes for the Holidays"
with Chloe Cubbage
Farewell Tea
Return Shuttle to Elston Inn
Connecting with nature, wine and wonder
From movement modalities like Tai Chi, Qigong and Yoga to creative self-expression through writing and nature art, we'll explore new ways to connect with ourselves and each other. All experience levels are welcome whether you are a true beginner or looking to deepen your practice.
Spaces are very limited. Reserve yours today!
The Retreat is $1,375 per person (double occupancy) plus tax, all-inclusive.
Single occupancy is $1,575 per person plus tax, all-inclusive.
Additional discounts apply for Wine Club members.
Pricing includes two nights’ accommodations at the Elston Inn at Sweet Briar College, all meals (breakfast at the Elston, lunch, and dinner at Ankida Ridge) paired with wine, morning and afternoon snacks/charcuterie. Private shuttle transportation by Blue Ridge Destinations is included. All activities including vineyard tours and wine tastings are included.
This retreat will be limited to 12 guests only. As such, we require payment in full in order to reserve your space.
Questions about this retreat? Reach out to an**********@***il.com.