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Writing Retreats for Moms

Scribente Maternum was formed out of a desire to find balance between our children as writing inspiration and their presence as a writing distraction. Our retreats are meant to give all writers who identify as mothers the experiences they so rarely make time for otherwise: mindfulness, community, and simply sitting in stillness. There is power in rest!

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Join us in April 2026 at the charming Sonoma Coast Villa near Bodega Bay, California, close to the Russian River and Sonoma wine country. We are eager to find inspiration with you, to explore and be in nature with you, and--of course--to write with you!

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What's included?

  • All lodging at the Sonoma Coast Villa, most with single-occupancy. We will be the only guests on-site, so we have the entire place to ourselves!

  • ALL meals, including snacks (all dietary restrictions accommodated)

  • Plenty of time to write

  • A private space to rest and retreat

  • The unique and magical Scribente Maternum community​

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Registration Opens in September

Early registration opens Friday, September 5th for past retreat attendees and paid subscribers to the Scribente Maternum Substack newsletter. General registration opens Monday, September 15th. Look for an early-bird discount code and register early!

Registration Opens in September

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Tentative Retreat Schedule

All activities and lodging are at the beautiful Sonoma Coast Villa; schedule subject to change.

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​Sunday, April 19

After 2:00pm: Shuttle from Sonoma County Airport (in Santa Rosa, CA)

5:00-8:00pm: Welcome reception (included)

 

Monday, April 20

8:30-9:00am: Breakfast (included)

9:00-9:30am: Welcome and introductions from Scribente Maternum

9:30-10:00am: Opening movement and centering

10:00-11:00: Large group introductions and time to meet small groups

11:00am-12:30pm: Generative writing workshop

12:30-1:30pm: Lunch (included)

1:30-2:30pm: Small groups

2:30-5:00pm: More time with groups, plus time to write, hike, sleep, or just be still

5:00-5:30pm: Group photo and close-of-day

6:00: Group dinner (included)

 

Tuesday, April 21

8:30-9:00am: Breakfast (included)

9:00-10:00am: Morning movement and mindfulness

10:00-11:30am: Writing workshop

11:30am-12pm (or through lunch if desired): Small groups

12:00-1:00pm: Lunch (included)

1:00-3:30pm: More time with small groups, plus time to write, be in community, take another hike, or catch another nap

3:30-4:30pm: Optional experiential writing session at the beach

5:00-5:30pm: Large group closing

6:00pm: Celebratory group dinner (included) & readings

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Wednesday, April 22

10:00am: Shuttle departs for Sonoma County airport

Investment

  • This is an all-inclusive retreat! Book early! Our retreats sell out well in advance.

  • Pay in three installments! Pay only your $97 deposit to hold your spot. Then, submit a second payment by February 1 and the balance by April 1. We will send reminders a week before each installment is due. Bonus: all pricing tier discounts below still apply!:

    • Super Early Bird Rate: $997 + Lodging costs (until November 1, 2025, or while supplies last) if paid in full or a $97 deposit plus two installments of $475 each

    • Early Bird Rate: $1097 + Lodging costs (until January 15, 2026, or while supplies last) if paid in full or a $97 deposit plus two installments of $525 each

    • Standard Rate: $1197 + Lodging costs (until April 1, 2026, or while supplies last) if paid in full or a $97 deposit plus two installments of $575 each

  • We are pleased to offer a $100 discount to all BIPOC writer-moms. Use code save100 at checkout.

  • We know retreats are necessary for everyone, but are not always possible. We offer a "You Deserve to Be Here" fund, supported by generous sponsors and our own retreat participants. Apply for full or partial retreat funding here.​

Accommodations

While the retreat and accommodations are booked separately, this retreat is an all-inclusive experience and therefore does not allow for any off-site accommodations. By investing in the retreat, you also agree to select from the following accommodations at Sonoma Coast Villa:

  • Shared Double King (two people/room; 4 rooms available): $150/night (total $450/person) 

    • This is a per person rate, and is a great option for friends traveling together!

  • Single King (6 rooms available): $250/night (total $750/person)

  • Single Poolside King (1 room available): $250/night (total $750/person)

  • Single Poolside King Suite (3 rooms available): $285/night (total $850/person)

  • Single Premium King Villa (6 rooms available): $300/night (total $900/person)

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The option to register for the room of your choice will be sent automatically upon registration.

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Book early to have the best selection!

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The Venue

​Sonoma Coast Villa is a charming boutique hotel on the coastal edge of California’s wine country. Evocative of a tranquil European villa warming in the California sunshine, Sonoma Coast Villa will be our home for the entire retreat. The Scribente Maternum community will be the only guests on-site!

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Their relaxing atmosphere with an outdoor pool, indoor hot tub, and cozy corners to chat and write is perfect for a getaway to invest in you and your writing and to connect with other writer-moms.​

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