Your next favorite story starts here.

Beautiful places, unforgettable bookish experiences, and the kind of friendships that deserve their own epilogue.

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Inclusive packages Named-room booking Secure Stripe checkout

Made for readersImmersive, not ordinary

Your stay, your wayPrivate and shared rooms

Come as you areLeave with a community

More than a getaway

A whole weekend written around readers.

Every Once Upon a Weekend retreat has its own destination, lodging, activities, meals, and little surprises. The retreat page tells you exactly what your package includes before you reserve.

Curated experiences A built-in reader community Travel details managed in one place

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Think less conference, more transportive weekend with the people who understand why fictional characters feel like family.

Chapter one

A world of reader retreats

Every destination begins a new story.

Browse the retreat collection to see each destination, date, stay, package, and availability in one place.

A flower-filled literary retreat setting

Created for book lovers

Once Upon a Weekend

Choose the retreat that feels written for you.

From intimate house stays to beautiful hotels around the world, every retreat is designed as a complete experience. Each listing gives you the city and state, dates, accommodations, and exactly what is included before you reserve.

Private and named shared-room options Clear package inclusions and pricing Live availability for every room

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Simple from first look to check-in

Choose the chapter that fits you.

Find your retreat

Review the destination, dates, itinerary, inclusions, and every available room package.

Reserve your spot

Choose a named private or shared room, complete your profile, and pay securely.

Plan your arrival

Add flights or driving details later so the retreat team can coordinate transportation.

The story is just beginning

Pack the books. We’ll plan the weekend.

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