Whidbey Island, Washington

Nov 8-10, 2024

Step into the fantasy world of your dreams.

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Picture this.

You arrive at a historic inn nestled amidst Pacific Northwest forest to meet a gaggle of other fantasy lovers to swap fan theories and swoon over your favorite book boyfriends with.

Or perhaps you’d prefer to spend your time quietly reading in a cozy nook with some herbal tea and a blanket.

No matter what you choose, we know there is magic waiting for you at this enchanted fantasy retreat.

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Photo credit: The Captain Whidbey

Photo credit: The Captain Whidbey

This retreat is for you if you:

🪄Are ready to make new bookish friends to swap fan theories with

🪄Want to make more friends who have similar taste in books as you

🪄Know your like-minded squad exists, but you have a hard time finding people in your area

🪄Feel a desire to bring your robust Bookstagram and Booktok communities into the real world

🪄Crave a place where you can be your weirdest self without anyone bringing you down

🪄Want to let your inner child shine and your imagination run wild and to not feel judged in the process

🪄Are 21+

What BOoks will we be reading?

THE PRISON HEALER SERIES

If you’ve never even heard of it, get ready for an epic story of a healer in a death prison. And if you’ve already read it, get ready to dive back into this magical world.

Here’s what our are saying:

  • "These girls will always be in my life and we’re all already planning our next adventure together."

  • "Returning to fantasy reading in my 40s helped me fall in love with myself all over again, to feel brave, and curious, and look at the world as brilliant and expansive. This retreat was proof of how special it is to share that experience with others."

  • "(Forest & Fawn) held space for a whimsical, enchanted, delightful, this-feels-like-home, magical experience for all of us!"

  • "Without trying to sound dramatic this was life changing."

  • "Being surrounded by so many wonderful women, bonding over a shared interest, and existing in a beautiful location brought back a piece of magic in my life that I’d been struggling to find."

  • "I now have soul sisters that I will have for the rest of my life, you can’t put a price on that. "

  • "I’ve never had this type of connection with a group of people before. I found my tribe."

  • "This quite honestly was the most amazing experience I have ever had."

  • "I felt comfortable, welcomed, and just that I could generally be myself, and I cannot say enough amazing things about this community."

Photo credit: The Captain Whidbey

What’s included?

  • The historic Captain Whidbey rests on Whidbey Island, Washington. With your own private room decorated to make you maximum amounts of cozy, this will be the perfect place to wind down after a day of talking books and adventuring. You won’t have to wander far to find a cozy reading nook and curl up with some herbal tea.

  • All meals are included starting with dinner on Friday night and ending with breakfast on Sunday morning. Coffee and tea will be provided throughout the days to keep you cozy.

    Non-alcoholic drinks are included with your meals, so you won’t be going thirsty either.

    Note: the cost of alcoholic drinks from the bar and espresso drinks from the cafe are not included in the price of your ticket. Brewed coffee and tea will be served all day at no extra charge in the lodge common area.

    **Have an allergy or other kind of food restriction? We’ve got you covered. You’ll have an option at checkout to tell us what your specific needs are!

  • Because no retreat is complete without a few things for you to take home that will serve as reminders of your magical time with Forest & Fawn retreats. Whether this weekend brings you new book besties to swap conspiracy theories with or simply a much needed break from a hectic day-to-day, we want you to remember this time forever.

  • Want to try writing a fantasy story of your own? Well, you’re in the perfect place. Join us for a creative writing workshop whether you are a prolific author or a total newbie. This workshop is for everyone who wants to channel their inner storyteller.

  • We will have scheduled times to meet in the historic lodge to discuss fan theories, our favorite parts of the books, and anything else your hearts desire!

  • We know that your brain is chock full of random ACOTAR trivia that you’ve been waiting to bust out at the right occasion. Well…THIS is the right occasion. Bring your ACOTAR and general fantasy knowledge and maybe even win a prize!

  • You’ll have access to a private group forum before and after your retreat. This is a great chance to connect with other fantasy-lovers (if you choose) and keep in touch once the retreat is over. Say hello to your new book besties!

  • The wellness studio at the Captain Whidbey offers yoga class Saturday at 9am, access to a sauna (first come first serve—please allow 30 minutes for sauna to heat), and a serene space for mindfulness or unwinding.

  • It’s all taken care of! All you have to do is book your travel, then sit back and relax!

Want to enhance your stay?

These are optional activities and not included in the ticket cost

Photo credit: The Captain Whidbey

  • Captain Whidbey sits on waterfront property, looking out at the Puget Sound. Take advantage of this diverse ecosystem and natural beauty of rainforests, mountains, and more renting a kayak. Kayaks are booked individually with the Captain Whidbey and are not included in the price of the retreat.

  • Ebey’s Landing is a living, breathing monument to beauty and a testament to the forward-thinking resolve of Whidbey Islanders, forever fossilized in its pristine state. The preserve is a form of protest, against big business, against myopic development, against the late 70s penchant for suburbs, chain restaurants and the “geography of nowhere,” — and against the rising tide of conformity.

    A remarkable victory for the environmentalists and preservationists in 1978 established Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, a unique partnership between landowners and the National Park Service created by Congress to “preserve and protect a rural community which provides an unbroken historic record from … 19th century exploration and settlement in Puget Sound to the present time.”

  • Deception Pass is Washington's most-visited state park for a reason. Mysterious coves, rugged cliffs, jaw-dropping sunsets, and a stomach-dropping high bridge make this park a go-to for locals and international travelers alike. Families can fish and swim in Cranberry Lake. Beach explorers look for shells along miles of Puget Sound beachfront. Hikers can trek through forests and out along bluffs. And birdwatchers fill their field guides with notes. You may see a whale or a family of seals as you gaze on the wild waters that once challenged early explorers.

Accommodations

  • HISTORIC LODGE ROOM

    $1775-1925 early bird

    $1875-2025 regular pricing

    If you’re looking for all the charm the Historic Lodge is for you. You’ll be able to choose between a queen room facing the garden or the cove, or a King suite if you’re feeling extra luxurious. All rooms come with a private sink and a bathrobe.

    This lodge is historic. This means that it offers maximum charm and vibes and also creaky floors. But don’t worry, all Lodge rooms come equipped with sound machines!

    Please note: the lodge rooms all share bathrooms which will be exclusive to Forest & Fawn guests throughout the weekend.

    **These rooms are NOT available to share with a friend. Please see the Lagoon Room if you are traveling with a roommate!

    Photo credit: The Captain Whidbey

  • LAGOON ROOM

    $1995 early bird

    $2095 regular pricing

    Looking for some extra privacy? Treat yourself to the Lagoon Room where you’ll have a King bed, a private luxury bathroom, and all the comforts you desire for your cozy weekend away.

    Traveling with a friend? Add two Lagoon room tickets to your cart and checkout with the code “NOV24ROOMIE”. Both tickets must be purchased together under the same order.

    Photo credit: The Captain Whidbey

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FAQs

  • YES! If you want to book a room with a friend, you can stay in one f the Lagoon King Rooms. In order to do that, you’ll need to add TWO Lagoon room tickets to your cart and checkout with the code “NOV24ROOMIE”. Both tickets must be purchased together in the same order.

  • Yes! Well, as long as you take breaks to eat and use the restroom. This retreat is made for YOU. All activities are optional.

  • Yes! Whatever your restrictions are, we’ve got you covered. Or rather, the staff at the Lodge at St. Edwards has you covered.

  • Yes! Making sure our retreat is accessible is one of our top priorities, which is why we now have Afterpay available at checkout.

  • This retreat is for YOU. That means that nothing is mandatory. If you want to curl up and read in your luxurious bed all day, go for it. If you want to take your lunch on the road and see the natural wonders of the area, by all means. Our activities are solely here as options to enhance your experience.

  • Yes! Alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase at the inn bar, but if you prefer herbal tea, that will be available all day at no extra cost!

  • Due to the capacity of our venue, daypasses are not available for this retreat.