Slow down, fill up your cup and drink in the natural beauty at The Sentinel this winter.
- Immersive experience in the exquisite natural beauty of the Kootenays
- Workshops and healing practices
- Intentional time to slow down, rest and reflect
- Full access to Sacred space in the Maloca
- Thoughtfully curated to restore body, mind & spirit
About this Retreat
Details of this retreat
Reconnect, Reflect, and Restore
Welcome to our Summer restoration package for hotel guests or small groups seeking wellness, rejuvenation, and nature connection. Slow down, fill up your cup and drink in the natural beauty at The Sentinel this Spring. Give yourself the gift of intentional time for self care, relaxation, and deeper-dreaming - and let us take care of the rest.
Included With Your Stay
2 nights stay in a serene lakeside lodge
2 chef-prepared nourishing breakfasts
Cedar sauna, cedar hot tub, cold plunge circuit
Full use of the Yurt or Maloca for your daily mind, body, soul practices
2 - 60 min body work sessions
1 - 30-cap Jar of Mesa Micro-dosing + Discovery Call - BOOK HERE
Hard copy of Founders Book - Presence a State of Being by Richard Kay
Fire pit & epic summer stargazing
Optional additions: accommodations, meals, massage, somatic therapy, yoga, Ainsworth Hot Springs
Optional - bring your pet for $25/night additional fee
Key Benefits
Immersive experience in the exquisite natural beauty of the Kootenays
Access to workshops and healing practices
Intentional time to slow down, rest and reflect
Full access to Sacred space in the Maloca
Thoughtfully curated to restore body, mind & spirit
Amenities Included With Your Stay
All stays include access to lakefront and local trails for exploring your Spring getaway
Two chef prepared breakfasts ( may be used for 1-2 people )
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, books and specialty blend teas for relaxation
Schedule
You create your own adventure! Enjoy one of your two included massages, take a trip to Ainsworth Hotsprings for a nourishing soak, explore the amazing natural environment, drop in for a private yoga class - create your dream stay!
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.
Package Price for 1 person
Individual Price for 2 people
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 Winter Rejuvenation Pacjage includes:
- Private or shared rooms in serene lakeside lodge
- Cedar sauna, cedar hot tub, cold plunge
- Private workshops led by local holistic practitioners in the Maloca
- Chef-prepared nourishing breakfasts
- 2 x 60 min body work sessions
- 30-cap Jar of Mesa Micro-dosing + Discovery Call
I attended a retreat at the Sentinel and it was an incredibly life changing experience. The Maloka is so sacred the energy in it is incredible!! The staff is incredible, great food, great vibes all around the property. It was a soul nourishing experience on every level.
Thank you for your hospitality and all the intention that has went into creating this sacred place!!
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Awakening
This was one of the most profound and transformative experiences of my life. It opened my mind, touched my heart, and gave me a deeper appreciation for the possibilities that exist within ourselves and the universe around us.
My sincere gratitude to Richard, Gillian, and everyone at The Sentinel for creating such a safe, supportive, and beautiful space to do this important inner work. The care, intention, and love that went into every aspect of the retreat were truly remarkable.
Thank you to everyone involved. This experience has left a lasting impact on me, and I will carry its lessons and gifts forward with immense gratitude. 🙏✨
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Life-Changing Experience
The week I spent at the Sentinel for Awaken was truly life-changing. It was an experience that helped me close chapters from my past, reconnect with myself, and discover who I really am.
Throughout the program, I gained a deeper understanding of myself, found clarity, and learned how to live more fully in the present moment. I now have a greater sense of awareness and appreciation for life, and I feel better equipped to move forward with confidence and purpose.
I am incredibly grateful for this journey and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking personal growth, self-discovery, and a more meaningful connection with themselves.
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Awaken retreat at the Sentinel - Amazing, for those willing to do the work
I have now been to the Sentinel four times - twice each for individual work and within a group. In all my visits the facilities, lodging, facilitators, programming, support staff, and food (OMG, the food!), have been truly top tier. Yet, at Awaken, the Sentinel crew somehow managed to raise those qualities to another level of quality.
The four main facilitators and their two assistants generated a safe, supportive environment and, importantly, guided attendees in establishing a container in which the group collectively held space for and contributed to the work of each individual. The importance of this cannot be overstated; particularly for someone like me who has long been skeptical of group work.
There was much laughter, camaraderie, and deep love shared by all. However, I suggest this retreat is not for someone looking for a week of relaxation and casual self-reflection. Certainly, there is a lot of "down time" for integration and rest; however, every person at the Sentinel--from the office staff to the facilitators, have dedicated their lives to supporting the realization of the full potential of humanity, and are serious in achieving that goal. Participants are gently but firmly directed toward bringing forward and facing the conditioned thoughts, patterns, and behaviors that no longer serve them and present barriers to creating their highest selves.
If you are willing to do the hard work in among people who want to change themselves and the world, this is the retreat. It is truly a profound and life-changing experience.
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Life Changing Experience
Richard and Gillian have skillfully crafted a retreat center that transcends its physical presence. The love and care is undeniable, and their experience and wisdom are vast.
On a technical level, the rooms were clean, the shared space was inviting, the food served was tasty and nutritious, and the whole team of staff were kind and accommodating. The space has access to sauna and cold plunge, hot tub, swimming or kayaking in the lake, hammocking.
Truly the perfect space to rediscover yourself in an environment where your spirit can be held.
Select your options
This program offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to select your retreat date during the booking process.
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