Retreats & Restorative Stays

Space to Slow Down, Together

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Victoria’s Historic Inn is well suited to small retreats and restorative stays where privacy, calm, and flexibility are essential. Offered as a private, whole-home stay, the inn allows groups to settle in fully and move at a shared, unhurried pace.

This is a practical option for retreat organizers, wellness leaders, and small groups seeking a setting that supports rest, reflection, creativity, or connection — without the structure or limitations of a traditional retreat centre.

A Setting That Supports Rest and Presence

Built as a home and welcoming guests for generations, the inn provides a natural sense of ease. There are no fixed schedules, shared facilities, or external programming — allowing each retreat to be shaped by its own intention.

The house includes:

  • Multiple shared living rooms for gathering and discussion

  • Quiet corners for reading, journaling, or rest

  • Sunlit spaces that support calm group work and conversation

Groups move easily between time together and time apart, supported by the layout of the house rather than managed through structure.

Wellness & Restorative Amenities

The inn includes a dedicated wellness and yoga room, designed to support restorative practices throughout the stay. This space is well suited to:

  • Yoga or gentle movement sessions

  • Guided meditation or breathwork

  • Small group wellness programming

A Clearlight red-light sauna is available for guest use, supporting relaxation and recovery.

For retreat organizers or groups seeking additional wellness services, local massage therapists can be arranged to come on-site, allowing guests to receive treatments in the wellness room during their stay. This makes it possible to offer massage or bodywork as part of a retreat experience without leaving the property.

A private movie theatre provides a comfortable space for evening wind-down, shared viewing, or guided discussion.

Well Suited to Small, Thoughtful Groups

Retreats at Victoria’s Historic Inn are best suited to intimate groups that value depth over scale and flexibility over rigid programming.

Common retreat uses include:

  • Women’s wellness retreats

  • Women’s book clubs and reading weekends

  • Creative or writing retreats

  • Reflection or reset weekends

  • Small group leadership or mentoring gatherings

Stays may be facilitated by an organizer or entirely self-guided, depending on the group’s needs.

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Privacy, With Support

While the inn is offered as a fully private stay, retreat bookings are supported throughout the planning process.

Stays can be arranged to include:

  • Multi-night retreats

  • Mid-week bookings

  • Longer stays with coordinated turnovers

The goal is to provide complete privacy for the group while ensuring logistics, scheduling, and on-site needs are handled smoothly.

Location & Accessibility

Located in downtown Wolfville and just over one hour from Halifax, the inn is easy to reach while still offering a meaningful sense of retreat.

Walkable cafés, nearby trails, and valley landscapes provide optional opportunities for gentle exploration, while the house itself remains a calm and grounding base for the stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. All retreat bookings include exclusive use of Victoria’s Historic Inn. There are no shared spaces or other guests on site, allowing groups complete privacy throughout their stay.

  • The inn is best suited to small, intentional groups. With seven bedrooms, all with private ensuites, and a total of 13 beds, the house comfortably supports intimate retreats where depth, conversation, and flexibility are priorities.

  • Yes. The inn includes a dedicated wellness and yoga room that can be used for gentle movement, meditation, breathwork, or guided group sessions. The space comfortably accommodates up to five yoga mats at a time, making it well suited to small-group practices.

  • Both options are welcome. Some retreats are led by facilitators or organizers, while others are self-guided gatherings focused on rest, reflection, or creative work.

  • Yes. The house is particularly well suited to retreats that value calm, presence, and a slower pace. Its historic layout offers shared gathering spaces as well as quieter areas for rest and reflection.

  • When availability allows, adjusted check-in and check-out times can be arranged to support retreat schedules.