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Vermont Darkness Retreat

Vermont Darkness Retreats for Healing & Transformation

Welcome to a deeply intimate and transformational darkness retreat held in a quiet, forested village near Brattleboro, Vermont. Our space is nestled at the foot of Black Mountain and offers the ideal conditions for profound stillness, nervous system restoration, and contemplative depth.


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A Private Darkness Retreat for Healing, Inner Sight & Transformational Stillness

At Dark Havens, our retreats provide a highly personalized, one-on-one container that supports you in meeting the inner world with presence, compassion, and clarity. You will be guided through each stage of your experience with gentle structure, ceremony, and somatic-informed care. While the retreat itself is deeply solitary, you are never alone in your journey. Every participant becomes part of a wider community of practice, with ongoing opportunities for integration and connection through our monthly gatherings and support circles.

Retreat Details

1. Preparation, Arrival & Ceremonial Entry

1. Preparation, Arrival & Ceremonial Entry

1. Preparation, Arrival & Ceremonial Entry

Your retreat begins before you enter the dark. We support a slow, intentional descent to help your nervous system settle and prepare for the inward journey.

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2. Daily Support, Food & Facilitation

1. Preparation, Arrival & Ceremonial Entry

1. Preparation, Arrival & Ceremonial Entry

Throughout your retreat, you'll receive thoughtful guidance and personalized care while honoring the deep solitude that makes the darkness so transformative.

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3. Emerging From Darkness & Integration

1. Preparation, Arrival & Ceremonial Entry

3. Emerging From Darkness & Integration

Your retreat includes a guided, ceremonial re-entry to the light. This is one of the most important parts of the experience.

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4. Retreat Format & What's Included

4. Retreat Format & What's Included

3. Emerging From Darkness & Integration

Standard 5-Night / 6-Day Private Darkness Retreat (3 to 4 full days in darkness) — is our signature offering and the recommended minimum for an initial deep descent into darkness retreat. 

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5. Pricing

4. Retreat Format & What's Included

6. Travel Details

The cost of a darkness retreat varies based on the length of stay and the specific offerings included. 

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6. Travel Details

4. Retreat Format & What's Included

6. Travel Details

The darkness retreat takes place near Brattleboro, Vermont, easily accessible by car from Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and major regions throughout New England.

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Preparation, Arrival and Ceremonial Entry

Your retreat begins before you enter the dark. We support a slow, intentional descent to help your nervous system settle and prepare for the inward journey.


Somatic Support Sessions


Pre- and post-retreat somatic sessions with a certified practitioner are optional but highly encouraged. These sessions help:

  • regulate your nervous system
  • work through any fears or unknowns
  • deepen your intention
  • open you somatically to what the dark may reveal


Upon confirmation, you will receive a scheduling link to book and pay for these sessions directly with our somatic based practitioner.


Arrival & Orientation


Your facilitator will welcome you, guide you through the space, and offer practical and energetic orientation. You’ll have time to ground, reflect, and settle before entering the dark.


Ceremonial Entrance Into Darkness


Your retreat begins with a guided ceremonial entry which marks a threshold moment to honor your intention and support the shift from light into darkness. This ceremony includes breath, stillness, meditation and sensory attunement before you step fully into your private dark room.

Daily Support, Food & Facilitation

Throughout your retreat, you'll receive thoughtful guidance and personalized care while honoring the deep solitude that makes the darkness so transformative.


Morning Check-Ins & Nourishing Brunch


Morning Brunch is served along side a check-in that supports early reflections, somatic stabilization, and orientation for your day.


Evening Check-Ins & Warm Dinner


A nourishing dinner is served alongside an evening check-in that supports reflection, integration, emotional grounding, and preparation for another night in the sanctuary of darkness.

Emerging From Darkness & Integration

Your retreat includes a guided, ceremonial re-entry to the light. This is one of the most important parts of the experience.


Ceremonial Exit & Integration Session

You will emerge slowly, intentionally, and with guidance to protect the sensitivity of your system. Afterward, you will share in a loosely structured integration session with your facilitator.


Nature-Based Integration Walk

When weather allows, a slow, contemplative walk helps your body recalibrate and integrate what has arisen. It is an opportunity to connect with nature. 


We recommend taking a walk on your own and with your facilitator to continue help integrate your journey.


Post-Retreat Somatic Integration Session (optional)

You may book an optional in person session to:

  • anchor insights somatically
  • integrate emotional and spiritual material
  • help prepare your return to your life, path, and continuation of inner work


Ongoing Community Support

You are invited to join our monthly online integration gatherings to stay resourced and connected.

Retreat Format & What's Included

Standard 5-Night / 6-Day Private Darkness Retreat (3 to 4 full days in darkness) — is our signature offering and the recommended minimum for an initial deep descent into darkness retreat. 


Other Retreat Durations (3–7 nights) 

We also offer shorter and longer stays (with prior darkness retreat experience).
For details and pricing, please inquire directly.


Your Retreat Includes:

  • A private, fully darkened room with ensuite bathroom + bidet
  • Daily morning and evening check-ins with your facilitator
  • Home-cooked organic meals delivered 2x daily
  • Ceremonial entry and exit rituals
  • A guided nature integration walk (weather permitting)
  • A shared post-dark retreat integration meal with your facilitator
  • Access to monthly online integration gatherings
  • Optional somatic support online and in person sessions(additional cost applies, booking link provided upon confirmation)


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Pricing

What is the cost of a retreat?


The cost of a darkness retreat varies based on the length of stay and the specific offerings included. For detailed information on pricing and available packages, please contact us directly


NOTE: A limited number of reduced-rate and scholarship spaces are available for those with financial need.

Travel Details

The darkness retreat takes place near Brattleboro, Vermont, easily accessible by car from Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and major regions throughout New England.


Nearest Airport


Bradley International Airport (BDL) – Hartford, CT

Airport transfers may be available for $250 round-trip (subject to scheduling). Please inquire prior to booking flights.


Train Travel 


For those arriving by rail, complimentary pick-up and drop-off is offered at the Brattleboro, VT Amtrak Station.


Arrival Window 


Please plan to arrive between 3:00–5:00 pm.
Full arrival, parking, and check-in instructions will be sent several weeks before your retreat.

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