Can I share a room with a friend and where would I provide this information?

Absolutely! During registration, you’ll have the option to indicate who you’re attending with. As long as you both select the same room and bed type and space is available, you will be placed together.

Do people attend solo?

All the time! We have people attend solo, with a friend, and sometimes in small groups. Solo travelers are encourgaed and embraced with open arms. the majority of our attendees attend their first event solo.

Are the activities mandatory?

Nope! Each retreat is thoughtfully curated based on the location, time of year, and attendees. We offer a variety of optional activities, including tours, book swaps, and group meals. Participation is completely up to you, and you are free to spend your time however you wish. While activities are a great way to connect with other attendees, they are never required.

Is travel from the airport included?

You are responsible for your own travel accomodations to and from the airport. For each retreat, we have a group chat pirior where attendees try to travel together once at the aiport.

Do you accommodate for food allergies?

Yes! No matter the retreat you are on, we strive to select restaurants and create meals with all allergies in mind.

Will I get to know other attendees prior?

Yes! We have a private discord group compelte with a group chat, itinerary, important announcements etc that is active once the retreat goes live.

Madeira Beach | Bookish Retreats

Join us in Madeira Beach, Florida for a relaxing spring reading retreat. Imagine beach days, dips in the pool, exploring John's Pass Boardwalk and so much more. This retreat is for the ladies only.

The Inclusions

3 Night 4 Day Accommodations

Welcome Dinner

Mini Bookshelf Experience

2 Brunches

The Book Lounge

Book Swap + Book Club

Bookish Goodie Bag

Beach Cabana Day

Alphabet Book Exchange

Farewell Dinner

Itinerary

The Accommodations

Located in Madeira Beach, FL

4 minute Walk to Beach Access

Fire Pits + Grills

Kayaks + Beach Chairs

Each Cottage Has A Living Room + Kitchen

Free Wifi + Coin Laundry

Outdoor Lounge Spaces

Heated Outdoor Pool

~ Private Rooms ~

Private Room For One

Queen Bed (for 1 attendee)

Early Bird: $1895 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1995

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $385/month for 4 months
PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect at 5% service charge

Cottage 5 features two rooms, one queen bed and one with two twin beds, a bathroom, a living room, and a porch. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for the queen bed. This cottage sleeps 3.

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Private Room For One

King Bed (for 1 attendee)

Early Bird: $1995 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $2095

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $397/month for 4 months
PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect at 5% service charge

Cottage 4 features two rooms, one king bed and one bunk bed, a bathroom, a porch, a living room, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for the king bed.

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Private Cottage For One

Queen Bed (for 1 attendee)

Paid in Full: $2195

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $470/month for 4 months
PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect at 5% service charge

Tropic Sun features one room with one queen bed, a bathroom, a living room, and a porch. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for the queen bed. This cottage sleeps 1.

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~ Single Beds ~

Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Queen Bed

Early Bird: $1495 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1595

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 1 features a queen beds in the same room, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on double occupancy with one attendee for each queen bed. This cottage sleeps 2 total.

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Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Queen Bed

Early Bird: $1495 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1595

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Queen Bed

Early Bird: $1495 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1595

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 2 features a queen beds in the same room, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on double occupancy with one attendee for each queen bed. This cottage sleeps 2 total.

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Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Queen Bed

Early Bird: $1495 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1595

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Queen Bed

Early Bird: $1495 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1595

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 3 features two rooms, one with two queen beds and one with a queen bed and a twin bed, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen.The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for each queen bed. This cottage sleeps 4 total.

ON SALE!

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Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Queen Bed

Early Bird: $1495 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1595

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 3 features two rooms, one with two queen beds and one with a queen bed and a twin bed, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for each queen bed. This cottage sleeps 4 total.

Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Queen Bed

Early Bird: $1495 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $1595

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 3 features two rooms, one with two queen beds and one with a queen bed and a twin bed, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for the queen bed. This cottage sleeps 4 total.

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Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Twin Bed

Paid in Full: $1395

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $270/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 3 features two rooms, one with two queen beds and one with a queen bed and a twin bed, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for the twin bed. This cottage sleeps 4 total.

ON SALE!

Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Twin Top Bunk Bed

Paid in Full: $1095

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $400 then $200/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 4 features two rooms, one with a king bed and one with a twin bunk bed, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for the top twin bed. This cottage sleeps 4 total.

ON SALE!

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Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Twin Bottom Bunk Bed

Paid in Full: $1095

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $400 then $200/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 4 features two rooms, one with a king bed and one with a twin bunk bed, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for the bottom twin bed. This cottage sleeps 4 total.

ON SALE!

Single Bed - Shared Cottage

Twin Bed (2 available)

Paid in Full: $1395

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $230/month for 4 months

PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 5 features two rooms, one with a queen bed and one with a two twin beds, a living room, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The listed price is per person, based on one attendee for a twin bed in a shared room. This cottage sleeps 3 total.

ONE LEFT!

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~ Shared Beds ~

Shared Bed - Private Cottage

Shared Queen Bed

Early Bird: $2295 (book by Sept 3rd)

Full Price: $2395

Payment Plan Option:

Deposit: $500 then $475/month for 4 months
PLEASE NOTE: Payment Plans reflect roughly a 5% service charge

Cottage 7 features one queen bedroom, living room with a sofa bed, a bathroom, a living room, a kitchen, and a porch. The listed price is for two people, based on a two people sharing the same queen bed. This cottage sleeps 2.

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What is NOT included:

Meals not listed

Airfare/transportation to the retreat

Travel Insurance

Activities during free time

Additional travel while on retreat

Tips + Gratuities

Frequently asked questions

If you need to cancel, you must contact danielle@bookisheventsmi.com at least 120 days before the event.Paid-in-full tickets: You may receive a 75% event credit (for a future retreat) if you cancel at least 120 days in advance.Payment plans not paid in full: No credit or refund is provided—all payments made are forfeited, and you remain responsible for the full balance.Tickets are transferable up to 90 days before the event. You can use the Facebook group transfer thread to find a buyer and potentially recover your full cost. Bookish Retreats can also assist in finding someone for the transfer of the ticket (less 20% for processing and administration fees).No credits or transfers are allowed within 90 days of the event. No refunds are given for late arrival, early departure, or any other circumstances. No exceptions are made for any reason.Please refer to our cancellation policy for more information.