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3 Day Love Getaway - Couples Retreat

4.96484 reviews

3 Days Package (2 nights)

Retreat Highlights

Recharge and relax with your beloved during a luxurious couples' getaway at The Sentinel. Nourish your connection in a sanctuary of wellbeing - give your relationship the time and space it needs to recharge, renew, blossom and thrive.

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

NOURISH YOUR CONNECTION ~ DEEPEN YOUR LOVE
Recharge and relax with your beloved during a luxurious couples' getaway at The Sentinel. Nourish your connection in a sanctuary of wellbeing - give your relationship the time and space it needs to recharge, renew, blossom and thrive.

Your luxury couple's experience includes:

2 nights accommodation with stunning lake and mountain views, kingsize bed
Complimentary room floral arrangement and welcome treats
Specially prepared in-house breakfast every morning for two
One special dinner for you and your beloved - complete with complimentary bottle of Prosecco
Unlimited access to sacred Maloca space and/or yurt
Optional add-ons for additional pampering, connection, and relaxation

Amenities Included in your stay

All stays include access to lakefront and local trails for exploring your winter wonderland | Guests enjoy complimentary WiFi, parking and daily breakfast for two.

Retreat Inclusions:

Daily, freshly prepared breakfast for two
High-speed Wi-Fi
Free parking – (one vehicle per couple)
Unlimited access to cedar sauna
Unlimited access to cedar hot tub + cold plunge
Lounge area with fire place and specialty teas for relaxation

Optional Add Ons
Enhance your experience with these curated additions.

Optional Ainsworth Add On - Couples Massage + Dip at Ainsworth Hotsprings

We have partnered with Ainsworth Hotsprings to offer you an exclusive pampering experience. Enjoy a restorative deep tissue massage for you and your beloved followed by a relaxing soak in the Ainsworth Hotsprings mineral pools.

(Subject to hours of operations - 11am-7pm, wednesday - sunday)

| Optional 1 Hr Guided Couple's Yoga Session

Allow yourselves to be held and guided by our in-house instructor for an hour of yoga in our sacred Maloca space. No prior experience required. The class will be created to suit your needs and capabilities. Stretch, relax and rest. Afterwards treat yourselves to a sauna and hot tub steps away from your room. Reservations required prior to arrival.

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Getting Here

The Sentinel

Directions

We are a 50-minute drive north of Nelson, BC, just outside the charming village of Kaslo. We are 9 hours by car from Vancouver, and 8 hours from Calgary. These drives are incredibly beautiful, wending through some of North America's most spectacular mountain terrain. There are flights (approx. 1 hour) from both Vancouver & Calgary to our nearest airport, in Castlegar, which is a scenic 1.5 hours from our door.

Driving from Nelson, follow highway 3A north to Balfour (Kootenay Lake ferry landing), and proceed another 20-25 minutes on Highway 31 north. There is a "Sentinel Retreat" blue road sign on the highway (approx. 60 km from Nelson). Slow down and prepare to take a sharp right turn onto Amundsen Road. The Sentinel is located at bottom of the hill. Please observe signs.

Accommodation

All our King and shared Twin rooms have stunning views of the lake and mountains. Whether you opt for a luxurious private King or a shared Twin, all our rooms are clean and modern. Ensuite bathrooms have heated floors, a rain shower, and amenities for your comfort. Fluffy white towels and crisp linens are found in every room — our goal is to ensure can relax and refresh during your stay with us.

King Room with Lake View

Our king rooms are elegant, lake and mountain facing boasting ensuite bathrooms with heated tile floors. All rooms were intentionally designed to enhance a reflective and serene stay away from home.

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Overlooking spectacular Kootenay Lake, the Lodge, with its massive windows and expansive deck affords breathtaking lake & mountain views. The Maloca, a magnificent round, timbered ceremonial and activity space, seems to float above the lake. A short stroll from the Lodge, the Sentinel's spa deck, with its unique wood-fired sauna and cedar-lined hot tub is a favourite gathering spot for guests, year-'round. 700' of lakefront, with deck, firepit and yoga area is a tranquil spring/summer area.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Guests rave about our food! Sentinel meals are prepared with ingredients sourced whenever possible from our organic, on-property garden. We can accommodate virtually any dietary requirement.

What's Included

Your luxury couple's experience includes:
- 2 nights accommodation with stunning lake and mountain views, kingsize bed
- Complimentary room floral arrangement and welcome treats
- Specially prepared in-house breakfast every morning for two
- One special dinner for you and your beloved - complete with complimentary bottle of Prosecco
- Unlimited access to sacred Maloca space and/or yurt
- Optional add-ons for additional pampering, connection, and relaxation

Customer Reviews

4.96 out of 5.0 average rating

Teresa • Jun 27, 2025

5.0

Verified

Reflection and learning

Between all the modalities used for meditation and self reflection I can’t imagine a more comprehensive retreat. I loved that every day felt like a new level of healing took place and there was space for integration.

Jamie • Jun 26, 2025

5.0

Verified

Sacred Origins

The whole retreat was exactly what I needed. The accommodations held us all very well. The food was nourishing, delicious and simply lovely. The staff was gracious and inviting. Would I return? Absolutely 100%. So grateful to find this place. Jami R

Dawn • Jun 25, 2025

5.0

Verified

Spectacular

The location, the land, the lake! And, The Sentinel itself. Spectacular accommodations. Astonishingly friendly, helpful and amenable hosts and management. Delicious and inspired food. I would be happy return again and again and again.

Dawn Z

Matt • Jun 24, 2025

5.0

Verified

Beautiful facility, wonderful staff

Everything was perfect. An amazing natural setting with lake and dramatic mountain views, perfect for contemplation. Every meal was delicious and healthy. All the amenities are provided and thoughtful touches abound. The staff are low-key and low-profile, but attentive and responsive. The Maloca gathering space is inspiring. Loved it!

Tanis • Jun 24, 2025

5.0

Verified

A reverent review of The Sentinel Retreat Centre from a facilitation point of view

Facilitating a retreat at The Sentinel was truly a dream come true. Every detail from the stunning property, the sacred land, the gorgeous decor, the incredibly caring staff, to the spotless cleanliness reflected a deep reverence and respect for the work being done there. The food was nourishing and delicious, and every corner of the center was imbued with beauty and intentionality, right down to the altar items thoughtfully placed throughout the spaces.

From the moment we arrived, it was clear that The Sentinel is a sanctuary. The owners have created a truly sacred and healing environment, and their commitment to their vision is evident in every aspect of the center. Because everything was so seamlessly cared for, the other facilitators and I were able to give our full focus to the group — knowing that all of their needs were held by this extraordinary space.

I hold deep gratitude for The Sentinel and its team, and I look forward to facilitating here again. It was a healing experience for everyone, to the highest degree.