You don’t have to blow up your life to feel like yourself again. You just have to step out of it for five days, and let your family feel the difference before you’ve said a word.
Join me in the magically colorful Autumn of Traverse City, MI to begin a new chapter of happy healthy relationships in your life!
2027 dates: October 7–11 or October 14–18
Choose your week — both run Thursday to Monday.
Secure your room now with a $750 deposit — rooms are assigned in the order deposits are received.
"Going to Ann's retreats fills your soul with the exact thing you never knew you needed."
-LAUREN
Imagine this...
...gazing across the lake and reflecting on your retreat time - connection, learning, hikes and shopping, leisurely meals, the luxury of being free to give yourself exactly what you need...
A deep sigh escapes you, and heaviness floats away like Autumn leaves.
Taking in the gorgeous colors, you feel pride in making this happen for yourself.
For once, you're doing something for YOU. Not instead of your family — for them. Because the version of you that comes home from this is the one they've actually been missing. Leaving isn't the selfish part. Staying depleted is.
You step into the closing circle and realize something has quietly shifted — and it's coming home with you. You won't have to announce it. The people you love will feel it the moment you walk back through the door, before you've said a single word about where you've been.
Welcome to the magic of the lakehouse!
I AM READY FOR THIS!
"We become agents of peace when our own hearts are at peace."
The Anatomy Of Peace
WHAT IS POSSIBLE FOR YOU HERE?
How luxurious and freeing would it be to...
- Awaken in the morning, not to someone else's demands, but to the sensation of being truly rested and ready for a fantastic day?
- Spend 5 glorious days and nights full of grownup talk, grownup food, grownup activities, and grownup sleep?
- Release life's heaviness and let go of responsibility?
- Set down your burdens and learn to maintain that lightness even in the midst of everyday demands.
This and more await, as you surrender to pampering care, with total trust that your hosts are overseeing everything with wisdom and foresight.
In just a few days you'll find yourself...
- Responding to your kids instead of reacting to them — that half-second pause before the snap that changes the whole day.
- Feeling genuinely lighter — like you set down a bag you'd been carrying so long you forgot it was optional.
- Coming home so visibly calmer that your family notices before you do. (One mom's daughter met her at the door and asked, "Mama — why are you talking so softly?")
Get ready to unleash a whole new experience of motherhood as you experience guided coaching circles, somatic work and activities designed to take you past depletion and into nourished parenting and relationships.
How fun and connected would it feel to...
- Have a new adventure instead of only distant memories of vacations past?
- Create connections with amazing women just like you?
- Collect beautiful memories and fabulous new friendships?
Say YES to shared experiences and growth that will sustain and support you for months to come!
"I will never forget one of the first things one of my daughters said to me when I got home after the retreat. She looked at me and said, “Mama, why are you talking so softly? Why are you being so quiet?”
I realized I had come home with this calm about me that felt amazing. It was like nothing could ruffle my feathers. There was just this deep sense of peace, and I was so grateful because that feeling stayed with me for quite a long time.
Another huge takeaway was the anger exercise we did. I was able to implement it later when nobody else was in the house, and it became such a powerful tool for me."
KB
"The past few years have been so tumultuous for me and my family, that I truly appreciate the respite and safe space to reflect and grow. The most eye-opening for me was the discussion about the enneagrams and the stages of Awakening...I have been parenting from a place of reactivity and have sincerely been working on switching, so it felt like a light-bulb moment. I also now feel that I can continue to move forward in my desire to get a job outside of the house rather than putting that goal on hold. That is huge for me since I usually drop everything I want for myself to tend to everyone else. I actually feel lighter in my heart..."
Alis
Welcome to Traverse City!
For many, TC is a hidden treasure that surprises and delights. On the coast of Lake Michigan, TC has everything for everyone, all housed in a picturesque small town. Shopping, dining, wineries, breweries, distilleries, hiking, spectacular views, breathtaking sunsets, and the friendliest people you'll ever meet. And you'll be just a few miles away from the hustle and bustle of downtown in your very own lakeside oasis!
You will be joining me in my waterfront home on Long Lake in the forests outside Traverse City - I am truly your hostess in every way. The view from our porch, and practically every window in our home will have you pinching yourself. The Autumn colors around the lake take your breath away. (Fun fact - the pictures here were all taken by me and my family just with our phones! That is how spectacular the setting is! #nofilter).
Don't worry - you will have ample time to simply rest and rejuvenate in this incredible space interspersed throughout our time exploring ourselves and the area with hikes, wineries and spa treatments as well as delicious meals, and simply socializing with your retreat-mates. To cap off our days, enjoy a cocktail, mocktail or delicious glass of wine and soak it all in fireside! Did I mention you won't lift a finger to cook or clean for 5 days straight?!
Accommodations
This gorgeous lakeside home boasts 6 tranquil bedrooms for you to choose from, some available for double occupancy. Keep your room all to yourself, bring a friend or ask for help connecting with a roommate if you like!
Birch Room
The Birch Room is the master bedroom of the home, and has its own bathroom and king bed. This room is available for double occupancy.
Oak Room
The Oak Room features the second King sized bed of the house and is available for double occupancy.
White Pine Room
The White Pine Room has a Queen baffled water bed (really!) and opens out onto the patio overlooking the lake. This is a single occupancy room.
Maple Room
The Maple Room has a Queen sized bed and lots of light. This is a single occupancy room.
Cedar Room
The Cedar Room is on our lower level with 2 twin beds and spacious closet. Available for double occupancy.
Spruce Room
The Spruce Room is on our lower level with a queen bed and spacious dresser. This is a single occupancy room.
The rooms and beds are comfortable...
"I liked the spaciousness of the home and the ability for everyone to have solo time or group time without impacting each other. The rooms and beds are comfortable and there were no bathroom scheduling issues. It was lovely."
Lesanne
I've never felt so nourished and cared for.
"The nourish retreat Ann led was exactly that, nourishing in every way. I've never felt so nourished and cared for. Ann puts a tremendous amount of care into planning every detail. The retreat exceeded my expectations, and I can't wait for next year!"
Jen
Cuisine
Food on a getaway is kind of a big deal, and your lucky taste buds will be over the moon for the culinary experience during our time together!
Delicious Autumn food and drink await you, no matter what special dietary circumstances you may have. Gluten and dairy free, vegan, vegetarian...all requests will be accommodated and zero flavor will be sacrificed. Whether we're talking about savory pumpkin soup made from local farms, mouth-watering Fall salads, or delectable sweet desserts, you can expect a taste explosion around every corner...and don't forget the luscious libations! Did you know that Michigan houses over 140 wineries?
Get ready to luxuriate in healthy, delicious food and drink without lifting a finger! Hell yes!!!
I enjoyed all the meals...
"I enjoyed all the meals and was truly appreciative that I didn't have to cook! Looking for the recipes!"
Christina
It was so lovely - the food...
"It was so lovely - the food, having it prepared, the amazing, fun, and kind chef. It has to be hard to address the needs/wants of so many and I thought you guys nailed it!"
Lesanne
"I think it's hard to put a $$ on it. Ann, you are the reason I come. Your guidance is invaluable. The accommodations and food and activities are just icing."
-LAUREN
Nourish Yourself In Every Sense Of The Word
Throughout our time together, you will use creative exercises, somatic work, connection with nature, and introspection to move beyond depletion and self-denial. You will return home...
- With energy and clarity to show up for the people you love without draining yourself.
- Having a lived experience of completion and wholeness.
- Able to identify and address your own needs while caring for your peeps like a rockstar.
Finally you don’t have to choose between yourself and your family ever again!
What would it be like to be nourished and cared for in your everyday life?
- Release the depletion of putting yourself last.
- Learn to see yourself as just as precious as your people are.
- Be authentically, fully yourself in every relationship moment.
Allow the care and tenderness you’ll receive from your host, skilled practitioners and your peers to infuse you with newfound invigoration and clarity.
Who is ready for some FUN?
Did you know that fun and enjoyment are not just luxuries, but actual necessities to mental wellness? During our time together we will be getting a healthy dose of this essential, but often neglected, ingredient.
Take yourself off of the back burner and rekindle the part of you that craves laughter, joy, frivolity, and liberation in all the beauty Traverse City has to offer!
- Unique visits to local artisans, wineries and businesses
- Gorgeous hikes in the Fall colors
- Excursions to local towns for shopping and sightseeing
Who knows? You might just have the most fun and connected belly laugh of your life, just on the drive to our next excursion!
"This retreat far exceeded my expectations.
Ann provided a warm and welcoming atmosphere in which we were able to re-center ourselves.
It was invaluable to meet other women and make new friendships in a supportive and caring environment.
The excursions, time to rest, and food made it feel like vacation. And the work made it feel powerful.
I came away rested, recharged, and with a renewed sense of purpose as a mother.""
-LESANNE
What people have to say about our EXCURSIONS...
Lesanne
"I loved them all! I like how different they all were and that they really let us experience the part of the country we were visiting."
Anonymous
"All of the excursions were wonderful. It was the perfect balance for our emotional journeys."
Christina
"Had a great time overall, loved the beautiful hike because of the time of year and scenery"
Anonymous
"I loved all the excursions and embraced them knowing they would be quaint and beautiful and I am glad I did!"
This trip is for you if...
✔ You are ready to release self-neglect and let yourself be FULL.
✔ You are ready to walk away from the specter of guilt or obligation. This is life-changing! Through each sharing moment and heart opening excursion, you will remove another layer of inhibition holding you back from valuing and caring for yourself, knowing that is exactly what the people in your life have been missing all along.
✔ You want to turn away from typical adulting through quiet desperation, and finally change your life by embracing JOY and self care.
✔ You are ready to shift your energy and change your story
✔ You are ready to respond differently to your people
✔ You are ready to create new results in the behavior of your home and a new dynamic in your family, forever!
✔ You suspect, deep down, that the most loving thing you could do for your family is to stop abandoning yourself first.
"This retreat was a truly restorative and meaningful experience. The coaching sessions provided valuable insights and opportunities for personal growth, while the thoughtful accommodations, excursions, and wellness offerings created a supportive environment for reflection and connection. Ann's thoughtfulness, presence, and genuine care were evident in every detail, making each participant feel seen, supported, and valued. One of the most memorable aspects was the care shown through every detail, especially the nourishing meals prepared by Cathy, whose dedication and kindness were incredibly healing. I left feeling refreshed, inspired, and deeply grateful for the experience."
-RETREAT ATTENDEE, 2026
ARE YOU READY TO SAY YES TO THE WOMAN YOU KNOW YOU CAN BE?
TO WHAT YOU WANT? NEED? DESIRE?
Yes? Then join this exclusive group of women on a similar journey, and let’s do it together!
Do you need to connect with Ann personally to see if this retreat is right for you? Let’s get on a call right away! This is an exclusive retreat, so space is limited.
CONTACT ANN TODAYWhat's included
✔ All group activities, including but not limited to morning wakeup, coaching circles, excursions, and evening closing gatherings.
✔ 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners, including food and drink during group excursions, and our Welcome dinner and Farewell breakfast. Even grownup drinks are free to you!
✔ Pre-trip Preparation Call to have the chance to meet everyone in the group, share your intentions for the retreat, and learn how to best prepare for this epic experience.
✔ Rustic luxury accommodations in my lake house. Single or double occupancy options available (room descriptions above).
✔ Transportation to and from airport Thursday & Monday (designated times only).
✔ All optional free time activities - massage (yep - that's NOT extra - even the tip for your massage therapist is included!), 1:1 coaching session, and guided journaling.
What's NOT included
✖ Your round-trip airfare or other transport to and from Traverse City, MI.
✖ Any transport to and from the airport outside of designated pick-up and drop-off windows.
✖ Any additional purchases for yourself, including but not limited to souvenir shopping, extra spa services, personal taxis, and tips for private services.
✖ Personal, medical or trip cancellation insurance.
Bonuses!
🎁 Pre-retreat call - A chance to meet everyone in the group, share your intentions for the retreat, and learn how to best prepare for this epic experience.
🎁 Access to a Private Retreat Chat Group – so we can share our excitement before the retreat, make connections with new and old friends, ask questions, receive up to date trip info, stay connected post-trip, and of course use the group as a fun photo dump to share all of our experiences captured!
🎁 Post-Retreat Group call – let’s see how everyone is adjusting to being back home, especially with using their newfound parenting tools!
"This retreat is a wonderful gift that I gave to myself, and vicariously to my family. I was able to reflect and look objectively at what makes me a stellar mom as well as some ways that I'm making things hard on myself. The reason I was able to do all that internal work is that I wasn't having to do any cooking, cleaning, or logistics. I was there to care for me, myself, and I alone, with the support of an amazing parent coach, a professional cook, and some other remarkable moms who were sharing their experience with me. The food was delicious, healthy, and made to my preferences/needs. The accommodations were more than comfortable, with personalized touches to make sure I felt welcome and cared for. And the lake location was beautiful, like a gift from mother nature. I'm so glad I prioritized this retreat and made it happen because its just what I needed."
RETREAT ATTENDEE, 2024
Going to Ann's retreats fills your soul with the exact thing you never knew you needed...
"Every minute is thoughtfully prepared for you (even the free time). She is so incredibly knowledgeable about so many facets of life, history, parenting, religion, spirituality, and just being human on this earth. Somehow, she pulls all of that together in a way that resonates with each of us personally and collectively, no matter where we are on our journey. She has a gift and I feel so fortunate to be able to spend an extended period of time with her to learn and grow from it."
Lauren
We were beyond cared for, respected, and embraced
"The Fall Retreat was transformational for me. It was an honor and privilege to hold space for myself and the other warrior women who participated alongside me, with Ann as our guide. It was seamless, each woman took care of their needs separately and together whether that be napping, walking, sitting in the swinging chair, paddle boarding, exercising on the dock or reading. We were beyond cared for, respected, and embraced, had just the right amount of time to learn and be coached and connect with one another and Ann."
Melissa
For me, what results is incredibly magical. I can't wait to go back!
"Ann has a unique gift and I am always inspired when in her presence! I love soaking in her authoritative parenting language and way of being in life. To me, her retreat feels like a girls' trip on steroids: you get the relaxation and pampering piece, paired with a group of women who are open to being authentic and vulnerable, paired with Ann's transformative coaching elements, sessions and excursions and it's just this magical recipe that allows you to truly tap into your true Self and marinate there for 5 days. For me, what results is incredibly magical. I can't wait to go back!"
Alli
MEET YOUR HOSTESS
Ann Kaplan
After working with women for over a decade, running my own business and raising 4 kids, I have seen it all, and lived the dream (and nightmare!) of parenting (and womaning!) through every stage, from infancy through adolescence. I know the cycle of committing to being the person you want to be, losing control, feeling awful, and committing to being better next time.
Most importantly, I also know that you absolutely can do your personal growth work and transform yourself, your life, and your your relationships. I've made it happen for myself and have helped hundreds of families do it too.
I've also got the chops to back my coaching up. I'm an IPEC-certified coach and hold a PCC through the International Coaching Federation. I am trained in both Enneagram and Internal Family Systems coaching and the Love&Logic (tm) parenting approach. So basically, I'm not just winging it in my coaching! I have a unique holistic approach to client work that includes emotional support AND effective leadership/boundaries that empowers people, improves relationships, and heals families.
There are plenty of coaches out there - I am the one for you if you want someone who knows about life skills PLUS the emotion and chaos that make that using those skills hard, someone who will give it to you straight, and love you fiercely.
LET'S DO IT ANN!Reach out today
Alis
"The setting was amazing. I loved how you had a theme that you introduced us to and that helped us clarify, progress our thoughts throughout the 3 days. The theme also conveniently or maybe universally connected with my own personal growth journey, so I appreciated the time to reflect and center around it. The mix of drawing/journaling/talking/reading was great and really helped me internalize my own vision and future intentions.
I think all the topics were excellent and helpful!"
Julia
"I am a sucker for new experiences, but also connection - I like how you fostered both of these things so I would love to come back! It was a unique, memorable and lasting experience. Thank you for being you and inspiring me in so many ways, and making us all feel welcome and comfortable. The more I work with you the more I understand that parenting is about life and how to live and cultivate relationships from a place of respect and authenticity."
Shurelle
"Ann is amazing. I have truly come to trust her and her methods because I see them working in my family life. She truly is an expert in her field, and I am so glad that I found her!"
Melly
"I love hearing from other moms who have the same issues as me, and how real Ann gives it to me. I recommend Ann’s coaching to every mom I encounter."
Criss
"...it's a personal journey which you helped guide for us all and I'm very grateful for that experience. Especially meeting other moms in similar situations which made everyone feel more human. Hugs to all!"
Amanda
"I came home with tangible new practices to make my home a happier one. The most surprising bit for me was that much of what I learned is enriching my relationships with spouse and friends as well as the kiddos."
Ren
"The vineyard tour and private tasting room was wonderful. We had such personal attention and our own space to enjoy the wine and company. That felt like the decadent treatment you expect on an all inclusive retreat."
Kelly
"In our ever-changing Insta lives it is hard to find time to pause, breathe, and focus inward. This retreat presented the perfect balance of soul searching, parenting guidance, glorious food, fun, and relaxation every mama needs. If you are looking to make new connections within yourself and with other women navigating the challenges of today, don't hesitate to sign up and enjoy the magic that is this retreat."
Criss
"It was a time for moms which we seldom get! Ann's fall retreat is a unique experience that both gives you some time for yourselves and pampers you as is her intention!!!"
Alis
"The past few years have been so tumultuous for me and my family, that I truly appreciate the respite and safe space to reflect and grow. The most eye-opening for me was the discussion about the enneagrams and the stages of Awakening...I have been parenting from a place of reactivity and have sincerely been working on switching, so it felt like a light-bulb moment. I also now feel that I can continue to move forward in my desire to get a job outside of the house rather than putting that goal on hold. That is huge for me since I usually drop everything I want for myself to tend to everyone else. I actually feel lighter in my heart..."
Melissa
"This was my second year joining Ann's coaching retreat. It was lovely to reconnect with other women I knew from my group work with Ann and last year's retreat I'd meet new women who are committed to doing this work alongside one another. The retreat was the perfect blend of coaching and self work, relaxation (amazing massage and reiki experience), food, excursions, exercise and rest! We were cared for, connected and unplugged. For all the mom's who "just need a break," this is it! Whether you are currently working with Ann or simply looking for a time to get away, recharge, connect with yourself and other warrior moms, move your body, rest, this is the retreat for you!"
"Ann's retreats are a perfect balance of thought-provoking sessions, fun and creative excursions, relaxation, pampering, yummy and healthy cuisine - all while surrounded by tranquil, beautiful nature. These are my favorite 4 or 5 days of the year!!
Do it - you won't regret it."
- Alli
SAVE MY SPOT!
Do you need to connect with Ann personally to see if this retreat is right for you? Contact us right away!
This is an exclusive retreat, so space is limited.
