Name: Starr Mill Yoga Camp - A Retreat from Adulting
Start: 2023-07-25T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-07-30T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Waldoboro, ME 04572, USA

Starr Mill Yoga

12 reviews

Jul 25 - 30, 2023

Group size: 1 - 44

Starr Mill Yoga Camp - A Retreat from Adulting

Waldoboro, ME 04572, USA

$100

Jul 25 - 30, 2023

Group size: 1 - 44

It’s playtime!

Join us this summer for 6 days/5 nights at Tops’L Farm in Maine where Starr Mill Yoga will host Sleep-Away Camp for Grown-Ups and a yoga retreat all rolled into one!

The further you get along the spiritual path, the more you realize that evolving as a human isn’t about becoming more of an adult as much as it is about returning to the state of childlike wonder and joy that came so effortlessly when you were a kid.

This retreat is all about reclaiming the carefree, spontaneous, silly person that is buried underneath all the responsibilities and protective layers you’ve piled on over the years. The name of this game is having fun and honing your Child’s Pose too! Laugh until your belly hurts playing traditional summer camp games. Learn how yoga can help to reveal your youthful essence through story time, partner yoga, and traditional practice. Try your skills at archery, jump in the canoe, toast marshmallows around the campfire, or sleep the morning away in your cozy woodlands cabin.

You will return home refreshed and revived, with a lighter spirit and a grateful heart. So pack your yoga mat and your favorite teddy bear. No adulting allowed!

Woodland adventure awaits! Ten A-frame cabins tucked in the woods are minimally furnished with two twin beds and one A-frame cabin is a Queen suite with a private outdoor shower, composting toilet and electricity. A wonderful option to escape it all, each cabin site includes its own private fire pit, 2 outdoor chairs, a lantern and room to breathe.

Showers & toilets are located just steps away from the cabin sites near our picnic area. Electronics charging station and lock boxes are located at the bath house for each site for your convenience. There is no electricity in the cabins. The water in the campground is potable and fresh from a newly dug well. Vintage paperbacks, board games, lawn games and an electric kettle for emergency caffeine are provided.

Newly renovated with a chef kitchen, marble countertops, large seating areas and lots of sunlight, the farmhouse at Tops’l Farm is a gorgeous option for groups to congregate on property. A mix of vintage furniture with a modern farmhouse touch fills this centrally located space for groups to gather and relax.

Daily brunch for the entire group is served in the Farmhouse.

A quintessential Maine Cottage, decorated with a mixture of vintage and new furnishings. Two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a daybed in the den and the cutest porch in all of Lincoln County. Fully furnished and complete with basic kitchen amenities & Wi-Fi.

Food is the connector of most all things at Tops’l Farm. They understand the importance of sharing food with others and have elevated this experience on the farm to include a variety of options for our group. Tops'l is prepared to curate a food experience for your time on the farm that will be as memorable as any.

Each morning will start with a lite bite, coffee, tea, juice. After morning yoga, a delicious hearty brunch will be served in the Farmhouse. Snacks will be available later in the afternoon and an early farm to table dinner will be served in the barn.

If you have favorite snacks, feel free to pack them up in a cooler, throw it in your car and bring them with you!

I'm not gonna lie, I'm kind of excited about the camp store! Need provisions for your stay? Check out Tops'l Farm's very own camp store located adjacent to the main parking area by the barn. They offer hand picked selections of natural & biodynamic wines, craft beers from Maine and some of their very own farm products. Keep a lookout for the “Open Sign” during our stay to snag some Tops’l swag before you head home!

Tops'l Farm has created beautiful spaces in nature for you to enjoy. There are fluffy things and delicious things and surprises to make your stay with us just a smidge easier than roughing it on your own. But let’s be clear — it IS camping. At Tops’l you will build your own fire. You will share bathrooms and read by candlelight. There might even be noises in the night and yes, there are bugs. A no-frills experience offers you a chance to get back to your roots and find joy in simplicity.

Bug spray

Headlamp or flashlight

Swim towel

yoga mat

2 blocks

strap

yoga blankets

Phone charger

Water bottle

Favorite snacks

Journal

Book

POLICIES

Retreat can be paid for in 3 installments. Please note payments are non-refundable. This cancellation policy is strict and firm. If you need to leave the retreat early there are no refunds or pro-rating of days. We understand there are things in life beyond our control, which is why we STRONGLY recommend...

TRIP INSURANCE

We STRONGLY STRONGLY recommend you purchase "cancel for any reason" trip insurance. Most policies will refund up to 75% of your travel costs, some will refund 100%. Do your homework and find a policy that works best for your situation. Make sure Covid cancellations are covered. For 2023, Forbes recommends Seven Corners, Track International and Cat70 among others. Most policies require the policy be purchase within 15-20 days of your initial trip deposit.

Lodging
Lodging in cabins, the farmhouse or cottage will be in comfortable beds with cozy linens.
Farm to Table Meals
Gourmet meals coming your way. Lite early morning snack, coffee & tea pre-yoga, Brunch, Snacks, Dinner.
Morning Yoga
2 hour morning movement, pranayama & meditation daily with Sybil.
Evening Yoga
2 nights of a blend of restorative, yin, and Energy Medicine Yoga™ with Nicole Cari and 1 night of yoga Nidra with Sybil.
Spirit Dance
2 hour workshop with Brenda Colfer. Spirit Dance is a blend of breath and movement. If you've ever experienced a breath class and wanted to move to the music, this is for you. Liberate through dance!
Tarot Card Reading
Tarot Play : The Tarot can offer us insight even when we use it in a playful way! Spend some time unearthing the wisdom of the Tarot in unexpected places... you never know what you might discover.
Foraging
90 minutes of foraging on the farm followed by a foraged cocktail/mocktail half hour to learn how to create your own libations from foraged ingredients.
Indigo Dying Workshop
What's a camp without crafts? We will provide each person a pair of dyable flowy yoga pants and using the Shibori method create some cool natural indigo art for you to take home and show the family.
BINGO!
We're throwing it way back with a game of BINGO. Prizes for the lucky winners including a class pass to Starr Mill Yoga. Pass the popcorn and the bingo markers, time for some fun!
Canoes
Paddle along the tidal Medomak River past wooded and hilly landscapes, blueberry fields and beaver dams.
Hiking
On the 83 acre farm or in the surrounding Central Maine area.
Lawn & Camp Games
You're never too old to play some good old fashioned games. Let the giggles begin.
All Gratuities
All gratuities are included in your package. Save your pennies for the candy in the camp store!

Transportation
Transportation to and from Tops'l is not included.
Yoga Props!
Please bring your yoga mat, 2 blocks, a strap and 2-3 blankets. If you need any props please email Sybil@starrmillyoga.com to reserve them. Limited availability.
Massages
Tina Kelly will be on site Wed-Sat offering 60 or 90 minute sessions incorporating reflexology, deep structural work, soothing relaxing work, and aromatherapy custom tailored to you.
Alcoholic Beverages
Custom craft cocktails, beer and wine are available for purchase.

RAFFLE TICKET

This ticket is good for a chance for one person to join the retreat and all its offerings including meals, snacks and activities!

Accommodations in your own Pine A-frame Cabin

This package is for 1 person in the cabin for 5 nights.
Sq. ft. – 176/ea.
No electricity or private baths. Electricity/charging available for each site in the bathhouse/kitchen area.

Provided in the cabin:

Cabins have 2 twin beds/cabin.
Bedding & linens (including towels)
Organic Shampoo, Conditioner & Soap
Battery powered lanterns
Potable water (bring your water bottle!)
Personal mini-locker in the bathhouse for charging electronics (or locking them away all weekend!)
Fire pit, outdoor seating
Fresh air and starry skies!

$100

Past Trip

Twin bed in a Woodland Cabin

Pine A-frame Cabin
This package is for 1 bed in the cabin for 5 nights.
Sq. ft. – 176/ea.
No electricity or private baths. Electricity/charging available for each site in the bathhouse/kitchen area.

Provided in the cabin:

Cabins have 2 twin beds/cabin.
Bedding & linens (including towels)
Organic Shampoo, Conditioner & Soap
Battery powered lanterns
Potable water (bring your water bottle!)
Personal mini-locker in the bathhouse for charging electronics (or locking them away all weekend!)
Fire pit, outdoor seating
Fresh air and starry skies!

$2,150

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Queen Suite in a Woodland Cabin

Queen bed in a cozy cabin perfect for a couple! To book this cabin for 2 people, purchase this package and then select the ADD ON option below for "Additional Person in the Queen Woodland Cabin"

Woodland Queen Bed in an A Frame Cabin
Guests – 2 adults max (2/cabin).
Sq. ft. – 195/ea.
Private Outdoor Shower
Private Compostable Toilet
Electricity!

What we provide in the cabin:

Queen Bed
Bedding & linens (including towels)
Organic Shampoo, Conditioner & Soap
Potable water (bring your water bottle!)
Fire pit, outdoor seating,
Fresh air and starry skies!

$3,050

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Twin Bed in a Farmhouse Bedroom

The Farmhouse at Tops'l Farm are what farmstay dreams are made of. Lovingly furnished and at the heart of the farm, this is a lovely option for those who need a few more creature comforts and have a friend to share the space with.

Specifications:

1 Shared Bedroom in the Farmhouse for 5 nights
Two Twin Beds. This package is for 1.
Communal use of all property amenities

What we provide:

Bedding & linens (including towels)
Organic Shampoo, Conditioner & Soap
Fire pit, outdoor seating, lawn games
Fresh air and starry skies

$2,650

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Double Bed in a Farmhouse Bedroom

Specifications:

There are 2 full beds in a shared bedroom in Farmhouse for 5 nights
Two Full beds. This package is for 1.
Shared Bathroom
Communal use of all property amenities

What we provide:

Bedding & linens (including towels)
Organic Shampoo, Conditioner & Soap
Fire pit, outdoor seating, lawn games
Fresh air and starry skies

$2,650

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Queen Bed in a Farmhouse Private Bedroom

The Farmhouse at Tops'l Farm are what farmstay dreams are made of. Lovingly furnished and at the heart of the farm, this is a lovely option for those who need a few more creature comforts.

Specifications:

1 Private Bedroom in Farmhouse with a shared bathroom for 5 nights
Guests – 1 (If you would like to add a second person, select from the option below)
1 Queen Bed
Communal use of all property amenities

What we provide:

Bedding & linens (including towels)
Organic Shampoo, Conditioner & Soap
Fire pit, outdoor seating, lawn games
Fresh air and starry skies

$2,825

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Queen Suite in the Farmhouse

The Farmhouse at Tops'l Farm are what farmstay dreams are made of. Lovingly furnished and at the heart of the farm, this is a lovely option for those who need a few more creature comforts.

Specifications:

1 Private Bedroom in Farmhouse with a shared bathroom for 5 nights
Guests – 1 (if you would like to add a second person, select from the add-on option below)
1 Queen Bed and private bath
Communal use of all property amenities

What we provide:

Bedding & linens (including towels)
Organic Shampoo, Conditioner & Soap
Fire pit, outdoor seating, lawn games
Fresh air and starry skies

$3,075

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Day Bed in the Cottage

$1,875

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Double Bed in the Cottage

$2,650

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Queen Bed in the Cottage

Queen bed in a private room in a quintessential Maine cottage, decorated with a mixture of vintage and new furnishings. Two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a daybed in the den and the cutest porch in all of Lincoln County. Fully furnished and complete with basic kitchen amenities & Wi-Fi.

$2,650

Deposit: $500

Past Trip

Queen Farmhouse Second Person

$1,625

Deposit: $500

12 reviews

Originally drawn to the physical practice of Yoga for the flexibility and strength it gave her, Sybil soon discovered the power and depth of meditation, yoga philosophy and self-inquiry. She’s been teaching since 2010. Sybil’s classes are focused on precise alignment, breath awareness, mindfulness, and enjoying the journey. She draws her inspiration from twenty years of personal practice. The mission of Starr Mill Yoga is to spread the innumerable joys and benefits of yoga to as many people as possible.

We had a great time, wonderful people, awesome location and accommodations' and delicious food. Looking forward to the next stateside retreat! Thank you!!

By Jeanne C for Deep Winter Rest & Reset in The Catskills on Jan 15, 2025

Thoroughly enjoyed this lovely yoga retreat with wonderful teachers in the Catskills! Silent G Farm was relaxing and beautiful, allowing for complete immersion into all of the classes and activities that were offered. The surrounding area was great for outdoor walks and exploring. In addition, we were treated to amazing meals that were both delicious and plentiful. The timing of this retreat was perfect and I would love to see it happen again in the future!

By Joy S for Deep Winter Rest & Reset in The Catskills on Jan 14, 2025

Thank you for this fantastic experience! Amazing location, incredible food, great hosts, wonderful yoga classes, and spectacular views. Every aspect artfully curated!