PROGRAM
LOCATION DETAILS
San Francisco’s Marin Vacation Retreat Home
San Rafael, California
Enroll in our first ever California Culinary retreat for a true ‘Marin experience’. Located in central Marin County, our retreat site is a spacious home that boasts its close proximity to top bay area attractions. Downtown San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods National Monument, Tiburon, Sausalito, Mill Valley, Stinson Beach, Port Reyes National Seashore, Berkley --and more, all within 15-24 minutes drive.
The feeling in the home is natural and serene. The “American Style” gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream. The formal dining area branches off the Great Room, and comfortably lends itself to both large and small groups. A separate loft opens above to the main level where large windows and high wood beamed ceilings open to a large deck to embrace nature, wildlife and panoramic mountain and bay views. Furnished in casual luxury, both private and spacious, , this Marin Vacation home is a perfect site for Core Program classes with numerous nearby attractions to enjoy in your free time.
"Love, love the classes. Love what they did for me, for my family, for my health. Loved how much fun I had learning something new!" Annie M., Santa Fe '05 (second time retreat participant)
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ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Our retreat begins at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday with orientation, introductory lecture/workshop and welcome dinner, and completes on Friday at noon following our brunch class. Major airlines provide service to as well as car rental services. Enrollment confirmation, driving directions, itinerary and retreat week details will be e-mailed upon receipt of your retreat deposit. Click here for Core Program Content and Agenda
WEATHER
Daytime May temperatures in Marin County average 72 degrees with evening temperatures in the low 60’s.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodation fees are in addition to the program fee and due 60 days before the retreat start date.
Our Marin Vacation Retreat Home offers private and spacious rooms.
4 bedrooms with queen size beds
1 person, $159/night;
2 people $175/night
1 bedroom with 2 full size beds
2 people, $175/night
SPRING SPECIAL: ACCOMMODATIONS FEES ARE WAIVED FOR THIS RETREAT. YOU PAY ONLY THE $1545 PROGRAM FEE. NO OTHER DISCOUNTS WILL APPLY.
MEALS
Most mornings begin with a whole foods breakfast buffet. All cooking classes include a delicious organic meal from soup to desert. Dinners are provided Sunday and Thursday evening. For the remaining meals, San Rafael offers numerous nearby restaurants or travel to San Francisco or any of the surrounding areas for a diverse choice of cuisine.
FREE TIME
Following our morning cooking classes, most afternoons are free to explore your retreat destinations unique offerings in San Rafael and the nearby surrounding areas--downtown San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods National Monument, Tiburon, Sausalito, Mill Valley, Stinson Beach, Port Reyes National Seashore, Berkley --and more, all within 15-24 minutes drive from our retreat house.
GROUP EXCURSION (optional)
An optional group excursion followed by dinner in one of the area’s fine restaurants will be planned for Wednesday afternoon and evening. Details to follow.
Thursday’s class begins in the late afternoon giving you additional time to explore both nearby and distant area attractions. A source list complete with web site links will be sent along with your confirmation packet.
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