Transform Your Vision Into an Action Plan

 

Grace Cottage

SOUTH HAVEN, MICHIGAN

Winter | December 5–7, 2025 


 

2026 is around the corner. Will you step into it with another list of “someday” dreams, or with a clear, intentional plan for the life you actually want to live?


If you’ve been craving time to step back, reset, and map out what’s next for your life, career, or business, this retreat was designed for you. Over three immersive days, you’ll experience clarity-building sessions, guided reflection, and proven goal-setting frameworks that turn your big dreams into actionable steps, all in a serene winter setting that inspires focus and renewal.

This is your invitation to pause before the new year rush begins, reflect on what truly matters, and design the blueprint that will carry you through 2026 with focus, purpose, and confidence.

Over three days of guided goal-setting sessions with a certified coach, vision board creation, and supportive community, you’ll not only dream, you’ll leave with a personalized, actionable plan you can put into motion the moment you return home.


ONLY 6 EXCLUSIVE SPOTS

EARLY BIRD PRICING: $2,500 PER GUEST  (through November 7, 2025)

Yes, I Want To Design A Life I Love

You've been doing what needs to be done...


…showing up for work, handling family responsibilities, keeping the day-to-day in motion. Somewhere in between, your own goals and dreams keep getting pushed to “later.”

You know you want more—but between deadlines, obligations, and everyone else’s needs, when was the last time you gave yourself the space to actually map out how to get there?

Even with the best intentions, it’s easy to fall into routines that feel safe but uninspired. You’ve been running on autopilot, and while you’ve accomplished a lot, your soul is nudging and questioning you: Is this all there is? Don’t I deserve more?

This retreat is your chance to finally stop, reflect, and create a plan for the life you know you’re meant to live.

 
This is your invitation

 

to step away from the noise and constant motion.


Join your host, Cheryl Grace, in a serene winter retreat where the pace slows, distractions fade, and your focus sharpens. Over three transformative days, you’ll reconnect with yourself, your vision, and the future you want to design.

A weekend structured to move you from “someday” thinking into a concrete plan for the year ahead.

Following this soul-nourishing weekend experience, where reflection meets intentional planning, you’ll return home not only refreshed but reawakened and having redesigned the life you’re meant to fully live, every single day.

You had me at “Redesigned” Life! I’m In!
 

You've been doing what needs to be done...


...working, juggling kids’ playdates or parents' doctor appointments, tossing together meals between meetings, and reaching for paper plates (nooo!) when you yearn for china.

You’ve been skipping table beauty because you’re not sure how to bring something special to life. Or, too tired to plan it. So, even on holidays, you find yourself recycling the same tired, traditional table settings that no longer spark joy.

Your soul simply desires more.

This is your invitation

 

to step away from the chaos and the blur


Join your host, Cheryl Grace, in the lakeside charm of South Haven, Michigan, where the pace softens, the details matter, and you reconnect with yourself, your creativity, and the joy of intentional living.

A weekend filled with intentional beauty, relaxed luxury, and meaningful "me time" restoration, all while rediscovering the creative hostess within you.

Following this soul-nourishing weekend experience—where relaxed luxury meets creative renewal—you’ll return home not only refreshed but reawakened to the beauty you’re meant to create, host,
and live whenever you desire to.

You Had Me at "Step Away!" I'm In.
Picture this...
 

You awaken to the quiet hush of falling snow outside your window. In a quiet gesture of care, you’ll be served a tray of rich hot chocolate (or steaming tea, if you prefer) to start your day—still nestled beneath the covers as snow drifts softly outside your window.

Later, wrapped in your warmest layers, you step outside for a peaceful, but invigorating morning walk through the winter landscape, where deer might cross your path as the crisp air clears your mind. By the time you return, the inviting aroma of breakfast is calling you inside to join the other guests around a beautifully set table you didn’t have to lift a finger to create.

The afternoon is devoted to a guided vision boarding session, where you’ll translate your 2026 goals into a visual roadmap you can take home as a daily reminder of what you’re working toward.

Later, you’re treated to an elegant High Tea experience with a tea specialist who introduces you to exquisite blends and the art of slowing down through ritual. Between sessions, a masseuse is on hand to ease away tension and help you fully sink into the restorative luxury of time set aside just for you.

Picture this...
 

 

...a gentle breeze drifts off the lake as you sip tea from a dainty china teacup, rocking slowly in the white wooden chair that's lulling you into a state of bliss.

 

Famished from your morning stroll along the country road, where you spotted deer, you're relieved to be called into the cottage for breakfast. 

 

Inside, you and the other guests are delighted to find a bountiful meal on a beautifully set table you didn’t have to lift a finger to create.

You my friend, are in South Haven, Michigan at

The Life By Design

Goal Setting  Retreat

As the day comes to a close, you realize, you didn’t just attend a retreat.

You chose to step into a new way of living.

You’ve begun to explore the habits and limiting beliefs that have been holding you back, and discovered what it feels like to design life on your own terms. Here, elegance feels natural, and every detail whispers: yes, people really do live like this—and so can you if you are intentional.

This curated weekend experience is designed for women seeking fresh inspiration and practical ways to elevate their lives by being clear about what they want and setting meaningful, actionable goals.

Held at a private lake cottage, this retreat blends restorative downtime with guided planning sessions that help you define what you want most. You’ll cement your vision with step-by-step strategies for achieving it. You’ll leave not just inspired by your ability to dream big, but equipped with a clear roadmap for what’s truly possible in your life—so you’ll know exactly what to Be. Do. Say. to step into your new reality.

I'M APPLYING BECAUSE I DESERVE THIS WEEKEND!
You'll be welcomed by  your host,  Cheryl Grace

 

 

With decades of experience coaching women through every stage of life, I’ve helped clients launch their careers, move up with promotions, and even reimagine their “Life 2.0” after retirement. I've turned what once felt like a pipedream for many professionals into reality using practical and strategic action steps.

As a certified coach in goal setting, confidence building, and lifestyle design, I’ve worked with individuals and corporate leaders to create lasting breakthroughs.

I don’t just teach these skills; I live them. Everything I’ve manifested in my own life, from the vacation home where this retreat is held to dream jobs, luxury cars, and a fulfilling marriage, comes from the same practices I will share with you. When you attend this retreat, you step into the care of someone who understands both the mindset and the mechanics of bringing dreams to life. Think of me as a modern-day fairy godmother who is certified, credentialed, and committed to showing you how to design the future you’ve been yearning for.

My promise is to give you the structure, strategies, and support you need to move from dreaming about “someday” to creating your reality, one step, one choice, one intention at a time.

I  hear you wondering...

 

“Is now really the time? A retreat sounds amazing, but baby, it's cold outside!"

"Can I really afford to step away from my job and family for a weekend, including all day Friday, just for me?”

“I keep telling myself I’ll figure out my next chapter once things calm down… but they never really do, do they?”

“I want to stop recycling the same resolutions year after year, but without a plan I fall back into the same routines.”

“I know I want more out of life, more fulfillment, more purpose, but I don’t know where to start with everything I’m already juggling—and the price tag of a weekend away—how do I justify taking a weekend for myself?”

Your future self, my friend, is the justification.

 

Because when you feel good, you show up better.

 

The time you take now to reset, refocus, and reorder your next steps will ripple into every part of your life long after this weekend ends. If not now, then when?

2026 is the year you design your life with intention and stop settling.

And the beauty is, you don’t need to fly across the world to find peace, connection, and inspiration. Just a liberating two-hour drive from Chicago brings you to South Haven, Michigan, where for one rare weekend the emphasis is entirely on you. 

No deadlines, no demands, no distractions. Just the space to focus fully on your goals, your vision, and the life you want to create in 2026.
All you have to do is say yes.
I'M SAYING YES!
You are ready. This is your time!

 

 

Each day blends creativity with strategy.

 

You’ll learn how to create an annual vision board, master your time so you stop giving it away, and break big goals into monthly, weekly, and daily action steps without the overwhelm. You’ll also discover practical ways to keep moving forward when life starts LIFE-ING.

From quiet moments of meditation, fireside chats, and restorative massages to energizing sessions of vision planning and real talk with women on the same journey, you’ll move seamlessly between reflection and action.

Add in elegant meals, lakeside winter strolls, warm mocktails or wine, and thoughtful surprises, and you’ll walk away with more than memories. You’ll return home locked and loaded with tools, strategies, and techniques to break free from the rut, replace uncertainty with direction, and finally start living the life you’ve been putting on hold.

 

Three days, One Intention:

to send you home equipped, energized, and ready to live the life you’ve designed and deserve.
I WANT TO DESIGN A LIFE I LOVE

 

The Reason You're Coming...

 

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We’ll end the weekend with a celebratory champagne brunch, raising a glass to the vision you've created and
  the life you’re ready to live.
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The Venue

Charming Private Lake Cottage


From the moment you step through the doors of Grace Cottage, your curated experience begins.

Located in the peaceful town of South Haven, Michigan, this charming private lake home offers the perfect blend of seclusion, serenity, and simple luxury. Surrounded by snow-dusted trees and the quiet stillness of winter by the water, it’s a setting designed to nourish your spirit and spark your creativity.

This isn’t a venue for passing through—it’s a destination for going within. Every inch of the space is designed to invite calm and encourage reflection, from the soft light that filters through the windows to the perfectly styled spaces waiting to be enjoyed.

South Haven may be just two hours from Chicago, but here, you’re a world away.

We offer five thoughtfully designed bedrooms, each with its own unique charm


 A beautifully appointed shared bathroom with a tub and shower is conveniently located for each room.

The Peaceful Parisian Boudoir

A dreamy queen room with a French flair, featuring pale pinks and greens, old-world charm, and a soft joie de vivre. On the upper level with a shared bathroom.

The Cozy Classic Cottage

Pure New England charm with twin beds, white shuttered furniture, and playful Lily Pulitzer bedding. On the upper level with a shared bathroom.

The Calming Coastal Chambre

A vibrant queen room infused with tropical colors and laid-back island style. On the upper level with a private entrance to a shared bathroom.

The Rustic Rhapsody Haven

A queen bed and homey touches like embroidered artwork and textured throw rugs make this room feel warm, inviting, and perfectly cozy.

The Blissful Beachside Hideaway

A queen room with bold nautical blue-and-white striped walls, a faux blue Ming lamp, and whimsical beach and African American artwork. On the lower level with a shared bathroom.

Charming Private Lake Cottage


From the moment you step through the doors of Grace Cottage, your curated experience begins.

Located in the peaceful beach town of South Haven, Michigan, this charming private lake home offers the perfect blend of seclusion, serenity, and simple luxury. Surrounded by trees and kissed by lake breezes, it’s a setting designed to nourish your spirit and spark your creativity.

This isn't a venue for passing through—it's a destination for going within. Every inch of the space is designed to invite calm and encourage beauty, from the soft light that filters through the windows to the perfectly styled tables waiting to be enjoyed.

South Haven may be just two hours from Chicago, but here, you’re a world away.

We offer five thoughtfully designed bedrooms, each with its own unique charm


 A beautifully appointed shared bathroom with a tub and shower is conveniently located for each room.

The Peaceful Parisian Boudoir

A dreamy queen room with a French flair, featuring pale pinks and greens, old-world charm, and a soft joie de vivre. On the upper level with a shared bathroom.

The Cozy Classic Cottage

Pure New England charm with twin beds, white shuttered furniture, and playful Lily Pulitzer bedding. On the upper level with a shared bathroom.

The Calming Coastal Chambre

A vibrant queen room infused with tropical colors and laid-back island style. On the upper level with a private entrance to a shared bathroom.

The Rustic Rhapsody Haven

A queen bed and nostalgic touches like vintage wash basins that transport you to simpler times. On the lower level with a shared bathroom.

The Blissful Beachside Hideaway

A queen room with bold nautical blue-and-white striped walls, a faux blue Ming lamp, and whimsical beach and African American artwork. On the lower level with a shared bathroom.

Food for the Soul

The Cuisine


When it comes to hosting with heart, no one does it quite like your host, Cheryl Grace. Throughout the weekend, your private chef will prepare five comforting yet elegant meals that warm you from the inside out—think steaming soups, rich hot chocolate, hearty winter favorites.

From an elegant high tea to a celebratory champagne brunch to candlelit dinners, every meal is designed to be both nourishing and memorable.

Please note: Guests will be asked to share any food allergies or sensitivities on the intake form, so meals can be prepared with care and accommodations in mind.

Experience the Magic of the Moment

 

The Experiences

This isn’t just a retreat. It’s a return.

A return to intentional living. To possibility. To a supportive connection that doesn’t rush or compete, but exhales.

Every detail is designed with care, from the spaces you’ll reflect in to the stillness you’ll finally allow yourself to enjoy.

  • Elegant meals that warm and delight

  • Immersive sessions where you’ll create your annual vision board and turn it into a practical roadmap

  • Guided goal-setting sessions with a certified coach who is skilled, credentialed, and equipped to lead you through the process with proven strategies

  • Restorative moments of meditation, reflection, and fireside chats

  • Indulgent relaxation with a private masseuse

  • An elegant high tea led by a tea specialist

  • Joyful group moments like guided line-dancing instruction that remind you how fun it feels to moveYou’ll be nourished. Styled. Surprised. Seen.
  • A pre-retreat welcome call to connect and arrive feeling grounded and openAnd yes—you’ll get hands-on, too. Because creativity lives in the doing.
Here's What Awaits You

Your Itinerary

Inclusions

Your retreat investment covers every detail of the weekend so you can relax, focus, and fully immerse yourself:

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What's Included

  • Two Nights of Lodging at our peaceful lakefront retreat home in South Haven, Michigan
  • Three Days of curated activities blending workshops, rituals, and restorative practices
  • Six chef-prepared meals, each with its own stunning tablescape so you feel like the guest of honor every time you sit down:
    • Friday: Elegant High Tea and a Candlelit Dinner
    • Saturday: Hearty Breakfast, Comforting Lunch, and a Candlelit Dinner
    • Sunday: Celebratory Champagne Brunch

  • Special experiences led by guest experts, including:
    • Tea Specialist for an elegant high tea ritual
    • Line-Dancing instruction for joyful movement and laughter
    • Private half-hour massage sessions with our on-site masseuse
    • Aromatherapy workshop to explore natural oils and sensory support for your goals

  • Retreat materials to take home with you:
    • A custom goal setting workbook
    • At least one SMART goal, clearly defined, mapped out, and ready for execution in your workbook, prepared with the guidance of a certified goal-setting coach and expert
    • Your completed portable annual vision board
    • Snacks, cocktails, and cozy fireside chats woven throughout the weekend
    • Exclusive access to Cheryl Grace, your certified coach and retreat host
    • New sisterhood connections that last long after the retreat
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What’s NOT Included in Your Retreat Experience

While we’ve curated a magical weekend full of beauty, connection, and creativity, the following items are not included:

  • Transportation to and from the retreat venue
  • Alcoholic beverages not explicitly provided
  • Personal incidentals or additional activities not listed
  • Souvenirs or shopping expenses
  • Transportation to optional off-site activities
  • Tips for drivers or service providers outside scheduled retreat events
  • Personal, medical, or trip cancellation insurance (strongly recommended)
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Activities at a Glance

This retreat is designed to be both restorative and engaging, with light to moderate movement that invites you to slow down, connect, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Here’s what to expect:

  • Tea Specialist Experience: an elegant high tea ritual with guided tastings and traditions
  • Line Dancing Instruction: joyful movement paired with cocktails and laughter
  • Private Massage Sessions: individual half-hour massages with our on-site masseuse
  • Aromatherapy Workshop: guided by an aromatherapist exploring natural oils like lavender and eucalyptus to support focus and relaxation
  • Meditation Session: grounding and centering practice with a meditation expert
  • Vision Boarding Masterclass: create your full-year vision board as the foundation of your 2026 roadmap
  • Goal-Setting Workshops: learn to break your goals into actionable steps and design a plan that lasts
  • Accountability Partner Pairings: connect with a partner, exchange commitments, and set check-in dates for continued support

Mobility Note: This retreat includes stairs, light outdoor terrain, and a few uneven surfaces.

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Retreat Bonuses

  • Pre-Retreat Zoom Call: Before we even gather in South Haven, we’ll connect virtually for a group Zoom session to get you grounded, excited, and prepared. You’ll receive guidance on what to bring, what to expect, and meet your fellow retreat attendees so you arrive already feeling part of the community.
  • The 30-Day Momentum Session (Post-Retreat): About a month after the retreat, we’ll reunite virtually for a one-hour group coaching session with Cheryl. This touchpoint is designed to help you revisit your goals, check in on progress, and fine-tune your strategies so you keep the momentum alive well into 2026.
  • The Fabulosity Gift Bag: Each guest will receive a curated gift bag filled with tools and treasures to support your journey—think guided journals, a custom 2026 calendar, and other thoughtful items chosen to keep you inspired, organized, and on track long after the retreat
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Limited Number of Guests

Only 6 Openings. Because You Deserve Special Attention.

 

Allow us to pour into you for a change.


We’ve kept this retreat intentionally small—just six women—so the experience feels personal, spacious, and deeply nourishing. When you’re not lost in a crowd, there’s room to reflect, map out your future, and be fully seen.

This isn’t about pampering the group, it’s about honoring you.

Every element has been thoughtfully designed so your experience feels customized, and your plan for 2026 is deeply personal and tailored to who you are and the life you want to create.

Once all seats are filled, the application process will close. Room selections are available on a first-come, first-served basis, pending payment in full.

Your Investment

 

Full Payment
Early Bird Rate

$2,500

(Early bird rate available through November 7, 2025)
Installment plan available.

 

Includes:

  • 3 transformative days of guided workshops and restorative experiences
  • 2 nights’ private lodging at Grace Cottage in South Haven, Michigan
  • 6 chef-prepared meals, each with its own stunning tablescape
  • 4 immersive experiences with guest experts
  • A Pre-Retreat Group Zoom Call to get grounded and connected
  • A 30-Day Post-Retreat Momentum Session with Cheryl to keep your progress alive
  • A custom retreat workbook and your completed annual vision board
  • A rare opportunity to work side by side with a certified executive coach, receiving personalized guidance and support for the full weekend
  • At least two SMART goals, defined and mapped out with certified coaching guidance
  • A curated Fabulosity Gift Bag with tools to inspire and organize your 2026 journey
APPLY TO JOIN

Regular Rate
after Nov 7th

$2,789

Installment plan available.

 

Includes:

  • 3 transformative days of guided workshops and restorative experiences
  • 2 nights’ private lodging at Grace Cottage in South Haven, Michigan
  • 6 chef-prepared meals, each with its own stunning tablescape
  • 4 immersive experiences with guest experts
  • A Pre-Retreat Group Zoom Call to get grounded and connected
  • A 30-Day Post-Retreat Momentum Session with Cheryl to keep your progress alive
  • A custom retreat workbook and your completed annual vision board
  • A rare opportunity to work side by side with a certified executive coach, receiving personalized guidance and support for the full weekend
  • At least two SMART goals, defined and mapped out with certified coaching guidance
  • A curated Fabulosity Gift Bag with tools to inspire and organize your 2026 journey
APPLY TO JOIN
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to step into 2026 with focus and intention?


Apply now. Each application is thoughtfully reviewed, and we’ll reach out to confirm if you’ve been selected for one of the six seats at this exclusive retreat.

Yes, I’m packing now.