Winter is a season of stillness: an invitation to slow down, gather close, and let your spirit exhale. Rooted: A Gentle Sanctuary is a nurturing 3-night retreat created for Black women who want to begin the year softly, in warmth and community.

Held at the elegant, Black-owned Mansion at Noble Lane, this getaway blends the comforts of luxury with the depth of sisterhood. Cozy fires, shared laughter, and intentional rituals will guide you toward restoration and connection before the rush of the new year takes hold.

What was once an exclusive estate is now your personal escape in Pennsylvania’s Poconos Lake Region. The Mansion at Noble Lane is just a two-hour drive from New York City and a few minutes more from Philadelphia, but worlds away from stressful living.

Built as a Gilded Age Grand Dame for founders of the F.W. Woolworth Company, the opulent mansion on 22 lush acres is now a boutique bed and breakfast resort hotel where relaxation, rejuvenation and reconnecting with self, your mate or friends and family comes first. Enjoy a spa vacation, a romantic rendezvous or a girlfriends’ getaway. Or plan a corporate retreat, family reunion or wedding of a lifetime.

At The Mansion at Noble Lane, the possibilities are endless — just like our scenic views.

🌙 Highlights:

Itinerary

Friday, January 9– Arrival & Connection 

• 4:00 PM – Guest Arrival & Check-In

• 7:00 PM – Celebratory Welcome Dinner: Warm Embers

  On our first night, we gather around a softly lit table draped in cream linens and accented with sage greenery. The energy is warm, intimate, and inviting — less grand, more grounding. Gentle music plays in the background as we celebrate simply being together.

  • Ambience: Candlelight, neutral florals, and soft textiles (linen napkins, woven runners).

  • Attire: Cozy chic (knits, soft dresses, flowy neutrals).

  • Menu Direction: A nourishing, seasonal dinner

  • Ritual Element: Each woman shares one gentle intention she carries for herself this season. These words are gathered into a communal centerpiece — a collective vision of softness.

• 9:00 PM – Pajama Party with champagne and s’mores

Saturday, January 10 – Presence and Pleasure 

• 9:00 AM – Breakfast

• 2:00 PM – Private Wine Tasting at Three Hammers Winery

• 4:00 PM – Return to the mansion

• 7:30 PM – Dinner onsite: causal format

• Evening at your leisure

Sunday, January 11 – Integration & Celebration

• 9:00 AM – Breakfast

• 11:00 AM – Gentle Yoga & Grounding Movement

• 12:00 PM-   Community Fireside Chat: Gather around the fire to share stories, wisdom, and laughter in an intimate circle of women

• Free Time – Spa services available onsite (appointments encouraged)

• 7:00 PM -Soul Nourishing Farewell Dinner: Circle of Light

• On the final evening, we gather once more, this time in a spirit of gratitude and soft celebration. The table is set with glowing candles and dried winter florals, creating a cocoon of warmth and tenderness.

  • Ambience: Low light, fairy lights, and a cozy fireplace nearby.

  • Attire: Comfortable elegance (shawls, knit wraps, earth tones).

  • Menu Direction: A comfort-inspired gourmet menu

  • Ritual Element: A “Gentle Blessings” circle: each woman offers one blessing or hope for another sister at the table.

   
  

   

🌿 What’s Included

• Three-night, four-day stay at The Mansion at Noble Lane, a luxury Black-owned bed & breakfast

• Daily breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner

• Morning yoga stretch session

• Champagne & s’mores during our pajama party

• Private winery tasting experience (wine purchases are at your own expense) 

• Goodie bag with pampering products

🪄 Investment & Booking
Single Occupancy Room: $1611 per guest

Double Occupancy Room: $1141 per guest

A nonrefundable deposit of $500 per person is required to reserve your space. Your registration now will hold your room, as space is limited. 
Final payment will be charged via your card on file on December 12th. 

Special Offer: Receive a free 30-day trial of Booked and Bougie when you register for the getaway. Experience our beautiful community if you have not yet joined, and connect with fellow travelers before the getaway. 

Space is limited — this is your moment to wind down. 

✨ The Energy We Hold Together: Booked and Bougie Code of Conduct

Rooted: A Gentle Sanctuary is a place for Black women to experience softness, sisterhood, and soul-deep restoration. Every woman’s presence is part of the magic we create — which is why we honor the Booked and Bougie Code of Conduct as a shared agreement for our time together.

When you join us, you’re saying “yes” to:

• Creating a welcoming atmosphere — leading with kindness, respect, and inclusion in every interaction.
• Holding space for one another — listening without judgment and honoring the different ways women show up, share, and connect.
• Communicating with care — bringing any concerns directly to your hosts so they can be handled with grace and discretion.
• Protecting the retreat energy — keeping our space free from gossip, unnecessary conflict, or disruptive behavior.
• Moving in harmony with the group — honoring the schedule and shared spaces so that everyone feels at ease.
• Keeping what’s shared sacred — our stories and experiences remain within this circle.

We reserve the right to remove anyone from the trip without refund if their behavior violates this code and disrupts the safety or harmony of the group.

This is how we protect the beauty, safety, and intimacy of our time together — so that every woman can leave feeling seen, supported, and renewed.