Next Retreat:
Leysin, Switzerland
22-25 October 2026
See you in Leysin!
We loved The Vermont Hub so much in April that we're going again!
Spend three relaxing nights at a beautifully renovated chalet in the heart of the alpine village of Leysin. Get ready for good books, breathtaking views, time to relax, and new friends.
What can I expect?
- Accommodation at the Vermont Hub in Leysin, Switzerland, just 2 hours by train from Geneva
- Solo or shared accommodation in beautifully decorated rooms
- A cozy common space to read and hang out
- Relax in the sauna and hammam or get a massage
- Enjoy delicious meals prepared by Chef Marilyn with fresh, local ingredients
- Optional activities include hiking, yoga, S'mores at the fire pit, Murder Mystery Night, and more!
Communal Spaces
Large dining table, lounge with views of the Alps, and plenty of cozy nooks to curl up and read.
Cozy Bedrooms
6 large ensuite rooms and
6 smaller rooms with shared bathrooms
Spa & Hammam
Unwind with time in the dry sauna and hammam. Massages may be booked individually and are not included in the retreat fee.
Private Chef
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner cooked by Vermont Hub's private chef with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Retreat Schedule
This is a general framework rather than a rigid timetable.
All activities are optional and subject to change.
Thursday 16 April:
- 15:00-17:00 - Arrival and check-in
- 18:00 - Tour and welcome
- 18:30 - Dinner
- 19:30 - Retreat book discussion (book TBD!)
Friday 17 April:
- 8:00 - Breakfast
- 9:15 - Morning yoga
- 10:30 - Open reading time
- 12:30 - Lunch
- Afternoon - Free time for reading, walking, sauna, journaling, or massage
- 14:00 - Guided craft
- 18:30 - Murder Mystery Dinner
Saturday 18 April:
- 9:00 - Breakfast
- 10:30-12:30 - Gentle guided hike in Leysin (weather permitting)
- 13:00 - Lunch
- Afternoon - Free time for reading, walking, sauna, journaling, or massage
- 16:30 - Blind Date with a Book: bring a gently used book to swap!
- 18:30 - Dinner
- Evening - Fire Pit and S'mores
Sunday 19 April:
- 9:00 - Breakfast
- 11:00 - Check out and head home!
Leysin
October 2026
Treat yourself to a long weekend full of your favorite things. Ready to book? Click below!
Our retreats are perfect for readers who love books, quiet moments, beautiful scenery, and meaningful conversation — whether you come solo or with a friend.
Yes -- retreats are for ages 21+
We will agree on a "retreat book" in advance, and this will be sent to you at least one month before the retreat. We will have a group discussion about the book at the retreat but you're welcome to read all, part, or none of it--it's up to you!
No! All activities are 100% optional. This is YOUR time--join a hike, visit the sauna, or curl up and read. It's up to you!
Accommodation, meals, spa access, welcome bag, retreat book, and optional activities.
Travel to and from the retreat location, alcoholic beverages
Yes, group activities and discussions will be held in English but readers of all languages are welcome to join!