An overnight escape to slow down, soften, and reconnect — just outside Mexico City
The Shelf Reading Retreat
This is a quiet, intentional pause — a soft place to land for 24 hours.
Surrounded by like-minded women, books, forest air, slow mornings, and homemade meals shared around a long table.
Join us in the serene woods of Valle de Bravo for a day of slow adventure and soulful relaxation. Picture hiking through nature, unwinding with a sound bath, savoring s’mores by the fire, and rediscovering the peaceful essence of who you truly are.
All you need to bring is a book, an open heart, and your presence.
What you’ll experience…
1-night stay in a beautiful space in Valle de Bravo (glamping tents, shared dorms, or private rooms available)
Round-trip transportation from Mexico City (optional)
Guided forest hike through Valle’s lush landscape
Nourishing homemade meals: lunch, dinner, breakfast, and light snacks
Book swap and spacious solo reading time
Bonfire circle with s’mores + cacao
Morning yoga flow + sound bath by Sarah Caponi to reset the body and mind
Closing circle to ground and integrate before heading home
Most importantly: gentle structure, built around freedom — no obligations, just offerings
When: Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 24, 2025
Your 24-hour agenda
This retreat was intentionally designed to give you both structure and spaciousness — time to be held, and time to just be. Here’s a peek into the rhythm of our weekend: a blend of movement, stillness, shared meals, and quiet joy.
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Leave CDMX at 8:00 AM by a group shuttle (optional). Arrive in Valle de Bravo around 10:30 AM, settle into your room, and ease into the space with fresh coffee and gentle conversation.
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At 11:45 AM, we’ll head out on a guided forest walk — a grounding way to arrive in your body and the landscape.
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A nourishing, locally sourced lunch will be served at 1:30 PM.
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Around 2:30 PM, we’ll host a casual book swap (bring one you love!), then leave the rest of the afternoon open for solo exploration or deeper connection.
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Dinner is served at 6:00 PM, followed by a cozy bonfire with s’mores, optional cacao, and guided conversation around the fire.
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Sunday morning begins with a gentle yoga flow and sound bath at 9:00 AM — an invitation to return to yourself before the day unfolds.
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After a slow breakfast at 10:30 AM, we’ll enjoy a final window of reading or rest, followed by a light lunch, closing circle, and departure by 3:00 PM. We’ll arrive back in CDMX by 5:30/6 PM.
Choose your room
Sol Room - SOLD OUT
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THIS ROOM IS SOLD OUT
A spacious, sun-filled room with a queenbed, private bathroom, walk-in closet, and its own fireplace. This is the most luxurious room on site — ideal if you’re craving deep solitude, cozy comfort, and a touch of warmth at the end of the day.
Luna Room - SOLD OUT
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A warm, grounding room with a double bed and its own private bathroom. This cozy space is perfect for seeking rest, comfort, and quiet — your own little sanctuary for the night.
Tierra Dorm - SOLD OUT
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A peaceful shared room with just two single beds — perfect for those who want a shared experience. Great for friends!
Cielo Dorm - SOLD OUT
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A soft, communal room with four single beds — our most social option, perfect for those who love shared energy, sleepover vibes, and spacious connection.
Glamping Uno - SOLD OUT
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Cozy up under canvas with a friend or fellow guest — each tent includes two single beds, nestled in nature for a quiet and memorable sleep. Ideal for duos who don’t mind sharing space and love the idea of sleeping under the stars (with comfort!).
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$195 USD / 3660 MXN
What this includes:
✓ One night in the Glamping Uno
✓ All meals: lunch, dinner, breakfast + snacks
✓ Guided forest hike
✓ Morning yoga + sound bath
✓ Bonfire, book swap, and closing circle
✓ Coffee, wine, and cozy extras
Glamping Dos - SOLD OUT
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Cozy up under canvas with a friend or fellow guest — each tent includes two single beds, nestled in nature for a quiet and memorable sleep. Ideal for duos who don’t mind sharing space and love the idea of sleeping under the stars (with comfort!).
This is the same as Glamping Uno. -
$195 USD / 3660 MXN
What this includes:
✓ One night in the Glamping Dos
✓ All meals: lunch, dinner, breakfast + snacks
✓ Guided forest hike
✓ Morning yoga + sound bath
✓ Bonfire, book swap, and closing circle
✓ Coffee, wine, and cozy extras
All spots have been reserved!
Your host
I created The Shelf in October 2024 as a way to reconnect with my own reading practice — and to bring people together around something that felt intimate, creative, and grounding.
What began as a simple idea — let’s share our bookshelves — quickly grew into a community. Since launching, we’ve hosted 9 in-person swaps.
This retreat is a natural next step. A fuller expression of what The Shelf is really about: slowing down, being seen, and letting our love of words and rest bring us back to ourselves — and each other.
Alongside this, I’m a certified somatic attachment coach and have spent the past five years creating spaces for women to reconnect — through 1:1 work, healing programs, and gatherings that center safety, softness, and shared experience.
Whether you’ve been to a swap or this is your first time joining us — you’re so welcome.
Jordan xx
Our guest teacher
Sarah offers a grounded, intuitive blend of yoga, meditation, and sound healing that invites deep presence and nervous system restoration. With over 6 years of experience and certifications in yoga, Pilates, sound therapy, and Human Design, she guides from a place of embodiment and care. Her intention when guiding others is to help you reconnect with your body, release tension, and return to your natural rhythm with ease and compassion.
About the space
Casa Macondo was designed with the intention of being a hub for creation, connection, and expansion, and its spaces reflect these values.
In every corner, you will find beautiful pieces of art that will inspire your creative spirit and spontaneous appreciation of beauty.
Its common areas are open and spacious, encouraging participant interaction and the exchange of ideas.
Its lush, expansive gardens awaken a sense of calm and joy during moments of rest and contemplation.
FAQs
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Yes, absolutely. Many of the women attending are coming solo. This retreat is designed to feel welcoming and easeful, whether you arrive with a friend or on your own. There’s plenty of space for both connection and quiet.
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You’re not alone in that — and that’s the beauty of it. This isn’t a retreat where you have to be “on” or network. It’s a soft, slow experience where you’ll naturally connect through shared meals, quiet moments, and a mutual love for books and presence.
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Yes. This particular retreat is open to women and femmes only, to support a sense of emotional safety and softness throughout the experience.
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That’s totally okay — this retreat is less about how much you read, and more about creating space for slowness, reflection, and rest. Whether you bring a novel, a journal, a stack of poetry, or just want to sit in silence with your thoughts, you’ll belong here. There’s no pressure to perform or finish anything!
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Yes — all meals will be nourishing, mostly plant-based, and made with love. We’re happy to accommodate common dietary needs (vegan, gluten-free, etc.). Just let us know when you book!
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Due to the nature of the retreat and limited capacity, all bookings are non-refundable. However, if you can no longer attend, you’re welcome to transfer your spot to another guest with prior notice.