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 runningdeer56 
 
 
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A Nature Lover's Dream Place It is so peaceful and quiet at Rainbow Hearth Sanctuary. I love listening to the lapping of the lake against the shore under one of the lakeside shelters or sitting on the rocks. I often see big fish swimming near the surface, blue herons fishing & vultures riding the wind currents. A walk up the hill leads to another beautiful view of the lake and to the ancient meditative Medicine Rock, which houses items & prayers left by visitors. The rooms are spotlessly clean and big! What a treat not to have to cook but to be served delicious, healthy food. This is my favorite Texas place to get away and unwind. P.S. Don't miss watching the colorful sunset and seeing more stars than I ever see in the city.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Janet Field 
 
 
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For three days I got to leave the stress behind and just BE. Mariah made sure everything was just what I needed. The silence, the woods, the healthy food, and nothing at all needing me to do it! I fell in love with Mariah's lap dog, Bella, and had a few very illuminating conversations with gems of wisdom from Mariah. Thank you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 lanas511 
 
 
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I will go back again and again when my nervous system needs a rest! For three days I got to leave the stress behind and just BE. Mariah made sure everything was just what I needed. The silence, the woods, the healthy food, and nothing at all needing me to do it! I fell in love with Mariah's lap dog, Bella, and had a few very illuminating conversations with gems of wisdom from Mariah. Thank you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sofia 
 
 
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This place is magical, beautiful, special! I loved staying there. It helped me recharge and find hope. I received two massages from Mariah (who is absolutely delightful, and so knowledgable). The food was delicious and helped me feel full and healthy. This place is great to go with your friends, your spouse, and even by yourself! You will not regret it. Thank you Mariah for being so gracious and kind to me.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Texasgirl610 
 
 
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Peaceful, magical get-away! This was my third stay at Rainbow Hearth and first time to bring my college-age daughter with me for a little mother/daughter get away. Rainbow Hearth is my go to place to rest, recharge and take a break from the real world and I was excited to share this special place with my daughter. As always, Mariah is a perfect hostess and everything was beyond expectations. We stayed in the Sunset Guest House and it was clean, comfortable and had extraordinary views from the windows and porch. Food was delicious, healthy and filling. The hot tub is fabulous. Weather was beautiful for hiking and exploring. My favorite part of our stay was the body work. Mariah is a truly gifted healer and her massages are the best I’ve ever experienced. There is a sense of peacefulness from the moment you step onto the property, and a warm, welcoming aura that envelopes you throughout your stay. It’s magical, really, and I’ll definitely come back again.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Kimberly M 
 
 
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Most relaxing retreat with best food and accommodations! I found out about this retreat from my local Health Food Store owner and decided to invite my friends for our annual get together. It was the best place for us 3! We only spent one full day there, arriving on Friday late afternoon/evening and leaving Sunday morning. Mariah was a delight the whole time! Very accommodating and informational. The first thing we noticed in our room was no tv!!! This was a major plus for us as we just wanted to visit and unwind. Friday we spent just walking down to the lake and sitting in the screened in porch watching activities in and on the lake. Then spent hours talking in the room enjoying a cup of hot tea with all the set up in the room including the awesome rain water provided. We all slept great in the sleep number beds provided in the Sunset room. Oh and we captured some beautiful pictures of the Sunset! Saturday morning was spent on the deck at the table and chairs listening to all the awesome birds. We were tuned in on our bird (Merlin) app to detect the sounds and found there were so many different birds… what a peaceful treasure! We then went to have breakfast in the dining room and a hike on the trails. We had lunch and supper in the dining room as well! The food was fantastic! All healthy and very tasty! We got up Sunday morning (our day to check out) had breakfast and an amazing chocolate treat made by Mariah like you have NEVER tasted before! We interacted in conversation at the meals with another couple staying there and Mariah with conversation and had a most relaxing and delightful time! I highly recommend this retreat if you are wanting to revamp and unwind from the hustle and bustle of every day life! You will not regret it! As a matter of fact my friends and I are planning our 2024 trip back to this retreat for a peaceful escape! We are happy we found it!! Thank you Sharon @ Hill County Health Store Marble Falls!!! And Thank you Mariah!!!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Alycia Plog 
 
 
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Family gathering for the weekend was very satisfying.  We were well prepared for the experience as the website and communications were well designed and delivered.  I have had the privilege of visiting several B&B over the past few years and I believe our visit with Rainbow Hearth was the most exceptional.  The facility location and design will provide opportunity to exercise muscles you may not have even realized you pocess. This is as close to a Natural retreat as I have ever experienced without backwoods camping.  Meals served were very tasty, I recommend you try the omelet for breakfast. Our group included a limited mobility guest and Mariah was exceptionably accommodating.  We always enjoy the ability to vacation with our four legged family members, not always easy to find a location that will allow this so thank you so much Mariah!  Massage was requested for one of the family members who found the experience satisfying as well as enlightening as Mariah located knots of pressure before unknown. Tips for visitors: 1. This is a Sanctuary & Retreat - Entertainment can be very easily located; we enjoyed many hikes and the views are spectacular.  We played games for hours in the dining room.  We did not miss the televisions.   If you wish to exercise your own mental capacity and simply relax, visit Rainbow Hearth. The architecture of the facility and library can also provide mental exercise, a great variety. If you wish to be pampered, I would suggest locating resort that specializes in this activity. 2. There is refrigeration available for those with medical needs, limited space. A simple discussion with Mariah will provide solutions. We brought our own coolers as well. 3. I shared the meal plan with our guest prior to our stay, if you have picky eaters you may need to find other sources.  I can say with all our picky eaters, no one was left hungry after a meal.  Meals were well prepared, quite tasty and I had no doubts that we were fed Healthy meals. 4. After reading a couple of the negative reviews I want to add something here.  I found Mariah to be an intelligent, no nonsense hostess. I felt that she was pleasant to converse with and active listening to be a key skill to exercise.  My experience is that she will help you find solutions to your Needs for the stay if properly presented. Rooms were very clean, orderly and provided for all our needs.  Beds were "Sleep Number" and therefore adjustable to most sleeper requirements.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Gwendolyn G. 
 
 
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We've been twice.  This is a place that encourages you to disconnect from technology, eat clean, hike and sit in nature.  The food is organic, simple, and flavorful.  Salmon, chicken, or cod are common lunch and dinner options.  A small omelet or smoothie at breakfast.  Lunch and supper will likely be accompanied by a fresh microgreen salad grown on site with a variety of toppings:  jicama, tomato, onion, peppers, carrots, sunflower seeds, almonds, raisins, craisins, and 6 or more organic salad dressings.  There is usually a rice and quinoa side, a vegetable (sweet potato, cauliflower and brussel sprouts), and some kind of soup (lentil dollah, blackbean).  Snacks of yogurt, granola, apples, oranges, bananas, three kinds of toast, almond butter, and jellies and popcorn available 24 hours a day.  My husband loved the massage--he likes deep tissue--I found it overwhelming but prefer light Swedish massage and a shorter massage.  I did feel better the next day.  On property hikes are short, but have lot of vertical challenges and there are many quiet places that encourage you to just be still and absorb nature.  We visited about ten years apart and both times were great.  We stayed in the Blue Heron and it looks brand new (Dec 2022).  We plan to go again.  There are also many other hiking areas near by.  The food is served family style and caters to vegetarian/nutrient dense eating.  Think more meditation hippy than yuppie experience.  It is a place to focus on health and healing, not pampering and catering to whims.  Sleep number beds, big fluffy towels, organic soaps and hair products.  The 35 pictures that were available December 2022 are representative of the experience we had this month.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 QuietEscapes2022 
 
 
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Decompress and reconnect with solitude You can choose to eat meals onsite for an additional charge or eat at the restaurants in town. On site meals will be healthy, organic, and nutritious and are served more family style (not individual plating or individual ordering). Salad, soup, a vegetable, and a protein. Each of the rooms are away from the others and encourage quiet introspection. Sleep number beds, fluffy towels, sitting areas with view NO television. The trails are short, beautiful, and vertically challenging. There are many seating areas to encourage you to be still, breath, and reflect. When we were there meals were served at 9ish, 2ish and 7ish. It is the type of place where waking up early and walking down to the screened in porch the near the lake to do yoga at sunrise would be encouraged. It is a great place to go with friends that you want to sit and reconnect with. It encourages you to put your cell phone and all of that in a drawer and just be present in the moment--sleep, peace, and solitue. A healing place. (We have been twice ten years apart and both times were amazing).
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Dan H. 
 
 
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I chose Rainbow Hearth for my second solo retreat in as many years.  I spent 6 nights in the Sky Loft room during late April and it was a beautiful accommodation with a great view of the lake.  My stay gave me the opportunity to disengage from the requirements of my life and to quiet down.  I was nourished with good food and my only responsibility was to show up for regular meals. Mariah and her husband have continuously added to the Sanctuary during the 40+ years since they bought the land.  Everything is very well maintained and full of small details throughout the property that add to the charm.   It is obvious how much of their lives have been invested in growing such a health oriented space. I started with a massage to work out some of the tension that I arrived with and took a couple of visits to the really beautiful Jacuzzi room.   Afternoons down by the water reading as the sun set and watching the fish at the shore line was a great way to unwind.   The quiet time was beneficial in helping me  reflect on the changes in my life with semi-retirement and where I might apply my energy moving forward.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Laura M 
 
 
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Retreat of the Best Kind! A friend extended a last minute invite to decompress & get away from the city. This property offered all that and more! Situated at Lake Buchanan in the Hill Country this cozy & exceptionally clean property did not dissapoint. No televisions, clocks or radio's allow you to relax and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. My friend and I weren't able to take advantage of the inclusive meals due to other planned activities except one dinner and one breakfast. Healthful & delicious, I doubt many restaurants can even compare to the delightful 5 course meal we enjoyed. There is much to do on property, swimming, fishing, kayaking & hiking at your doorstep. Though we didn't plan for a massage, everyone we met said that Mariah's massages are the best that can be found. We enjoyed a nearby winery & about an hour drive to Fredricksburg for fresh peaches & a little shopping there is much to do nearby but take my advice and unplug and be pampered at this lovely escape! We are already planning a return trip with all of our best friends who deserve a break from the ratrace! I think Mariah's chocolates are the best kept secret, if you get one for dessert consider it a very lucky day! I look very forward to returning soon!~
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tom D 
 
 
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Amazing Getaway From Austin I stayed at the retreat the second weekend in January and had a fantastic experience. I was looking to get out of town away from work and the family for a weekend to do a little meditation and just generally relax. I stayed in the yurt and had all of my meals there. Mariah was a wonderful host. Her food was great and made with healthy ingredients, some of which were actually grown on the property. I also scheduled a body work session that was a unique massage that incorporates some cool breathing exercises with it. Its not a typical massage, but in a good way. There is a very large jacuzzi in the spa that compliments the body work session well. The property itself is located right on the lake and built up a hillside that is nicely landscaped and peppered with pine trees that were planted years ago. This made for a really great sound as the wind was blowing through. The yurt was very large and clean and stayed warm despite the cold weather outside. There is also a private bath house with a large 2 person soaking tub. The king size Sleep Number bed is also a really nice touch. The property was very quiet so it was great for meditation and any other activity where a quiet environment is ideal. I am already looking forward to my next visit. Although I was solo, it would also be ideal for a romantic weekend. I couldn't recommend it more highly!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Kristine Traylor 
 
 
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This place is a gem in the Hill Country! Highly recommend to anyone looking to getaway and fully recharge. Rainbow is for stepping out of the stresses of everyday life and entering into a healing space that is quiet and allows for connection to Nature, yourself and/or a partner or friend(s). I’ve been in all 5 rooms. There are no TVs, just beautiful views from the decks of each cottage or suite. I Love the fact that there are limited suites as it creates a much more intimate experience. I like that I can connect w other guests if I choose or I can be secluded if I desire time for contemplation and reflection. There are shaded hiking trails, free growing vegetation and fruit trees bearing fruit in Spring! A true homage to re-wilding that is so rare to see these days. Beautiful views of Lake Buchanan can be seen from the top of Medicine Rock. A magical space for sure. The rooms are clean, comfortable and the food is healthy and delicious. It’s also pet friendly, so that is a huge bonus!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bess Griffith 
 
 
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I had my second stay at Rainbow Heart in April 2019.  It was a week of great healthy food, peace and quiet.  This a lovely place out of the mainstream of traffic and noise.  Each meal was like having your own private chef.  The Sunset room is my favorite, even though all the room are excellent.  I like that you are left alone during your stay without the staff having to enter your room.  However, if there is something you need in your room they will immediately take care of it.  I will be returning again in April of 2020 for my 3rd one week stay.  Staying here is a total refreshment of mind, body and soul.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tracey C 
 
 
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I travel afar to find delightful places and who knew that a few hours away was this retreat.  I don’t know if I just get beamed up to middle Earth or  landed in the  magical kingdom. In any event it is sublime here  where I feel transported  to somewhere transcendent, a sort of Santa Fe meets Big Sur atmosphere of Nature and nurture, with stupendous views and walking paths marked with multiple stops each with its own vantage point and seating. Everything is selected for comfort and soul nourishment, even the food, especially the unique salads that I won’t forget even if I can’t replicate. My problems seem to disappear upon arrival and my perspective changed.  Not to be missed  is the privilege of a massage from the owner Mariah, a wise woman and healer whose magic keeps this place moored,   and I think that massage was the final thing that really delivered me to heaven. I have felt rejuvenated and restored from it like no other. This place really is a retreat for the soul!   Those looking to party hearty need not apply. But I believe I will return to this place again and again —which in my mind now I will remember as the ‘Over the Rainbow ‘ Hearth Sanctuary and Retreat.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 K M 
 
 
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Gorgeous Views, Wonderful Retreat I chose Rainbow Hearth hoping for a peaceful stay and bonding time with my pups. I gained so much more than relaxation. Having no intruding technology, quiet time to reflect, and getting to spend time with Mariah from the body work to conversation was so healing. I could feel myself changing, getting back to my personal place of power, once again owning my journey and my choices. The time to reflect is invaluable and helps you put everything into perspective. I stayed at the Sunset cabin and it was wonderful, awesome views of the lake and the sunset. Very clean and well cared for rooms. The meals are all healthy and delicious. We wandered trails every day, visited Medicine Rock and enjoyed the tranquility. I am planning another trip next year, it's a beautiful place!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 cici 
 
 
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Very peaceful Mariah was very nice and friendly. Thanks for shared your beautiful home to us. Gorgeous lake view. We stayed at Blue herron room. Love the purple walls. Our daughter loves to explore the path in the property. I love to seat at the private porch read book and listen to birds singing with the lake view in front. Enjoyed the bodywork massage too. No TV but free wifi (happy face). The organic healthy meals made by owner Mariah was good. We didnt have to drive 30 mins to get food.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Pat D. 
 
 
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We spent 2 nights in the Sky Loft and the accommodations were perfect. The meals were filling, healthy and delicious. Everyone was friendly and over the top helpful. We did the massages and they were wonderful as well. We plan to make this resort one of our regular weekend go to spots. Loved the peace and quite and serene setting. And bonus for us, it's dog friendly. If you are looking for a place to relax, unplug and just chill, this is it. Take a walk in the woods or down to the lake. Bring a book. Enjoy the fresh air. We loved it and we'll be back.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 NICOLE BOYCE (Swole Nicole) 
 
 
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This place is AMAZING! The drive in was beautiful, but we were admittedly a bit nervous about what to expect from something so far from "life". When we arrived and found our way to check in, our fears were all relieved. Everything was clean, updated, and refreshing! The owner showed us around the property and took us to our room. The view from our room was awesome, and the massage was heavenly!  Everything is private, except the family style meals, which were ALL to die for! Everything was fresh, organic, and a lot she grew in her own garden. This is definitely the place to go if you're looking to disappear for a weekend and have amazing healthy meals. There are so many other great things to say about this place.  It is definitely a place you should visit at least once!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 MarcFlowers 
 
 
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The yurt Awesome,amazing. My wife was in Burnet for work over the weekend which left me with a lot of time to fill. We stayed in the yurt and it was great. I was able to fill the day with things to do around the property and I did not even experience it all. Read the book in your room it gives you alot of inisight to what is available at the retreat. Also take the hike to Medicine rock from the property it is well worth it. I came back home and felt so much better. The meals are great and healthy. I would recommend the yurt during the cooler months. The bathhouse that comes with the yurt is a retreat all in its own.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tyler Parr (TP) 
 
 
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we love this place...a fantastic getaway mariah is a wonderful host... she is the chef, masseuse, etc... she cooks using fresh veggies from her garden and everything is very healthy.. wondeful view of lake buchannon be sure to check out the healing rock
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Suzanne M 
 
 
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Feels like home I came to Rainbow Hearth to celebrate my graduation and to recover from my grueling schedule. When I arrived, I was still exhausted, stressed and achey. By the time I left, I was relaxed, rested and happy. Mariah cooks healthy delicious meals to meet your dietary needs. This was an absolute treat for me as my diet can be challenging. I highly recommend getting bodywork from Mariah, and am still feeling the benefits. I was able to rest, recover, and explore the beautiful surroundings at my own pace. Mariah and Rainbow Hearth provide a peaceful and healthy environment to get away from it all and take care of yourself physically and spiritually. It is an exceptional place run by an exceptional and caring person, and I hope to return whenever I can.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 TxMelmo 
 
 
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left rejuvenated I took my mom here for her 60th birthday. We stayed in the Blue Heron Suite. It was perfect! It is a 2 room suite. The bedroom had a wonderful sleep number bed with wonderfully soft sheets. There is a private veranda off the bedroom that has a beautiful view of the lake. (The lake is rising, but still low. It is still beautiful.) The sitting room also has a gorgeous view of the lake. The weather was perfect to open the windows and listen to the waves and feel the breeze. The suite as well as the entire retreat was spotless. The food was wonderful. Everything was organic, and you can feel good about everything you eat here. Mariah is an awesome cook, and made the most delicious meals. The website lists example menus and gives you a great idea of what to expect. However, the surprising part is how delicious healthy can be with Mariah in the kitchen. Mom and I are both very pleased with our bodywork sessions. Mariah is very talented, and does a great job of releasing your stress. We can't wait to go back!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 mkbs0011 
 
 
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Wellness If you're looking for a place to support your personal wellness efforts, Rainbow Hearth offers organic foods, space to hike and connect with nature, and provides a truly peaceful environment for rest and reflection. If you come to Rainbow Hearth with an open heart and mind, it can be a catalyst for making healthy changes in your life.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Barbara P 
 
 
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Enjoyed Living in the Moment! This is not your standard recreation playground. It is close to the water recreations sites; unfortunately, the drought makes it difficult to enjoy much of that; but, that is not why my husband and I visited Rainbow Hearth. It is just what we were looking for, a place to replenish the body and the psyche. Mariah offers thoughtful and effective bodywork that leaves the body energized, feeling almost re-built. She reads people well, both their physical and emotional makeup, and designs their treatment accordingly. Lodging is comfortable and cozy, with sizes ranged for singles, for couples, for families. The food is simply delicious. Mariah’s omelets are to die for. Her sprouts-based salad bar is a meal in itself and is quite addictive. Even the water is delicious.(I’m not kidding about that.) It is important to tell her if you have any special dietary needs. She took our needs into account when creating the daily menu. Her team includes Sunny, Choco, and Nugsy, three of the most wonderful animals you will have the privilege to meet, and who know what their specific duties entail. They do their jobs very well. My husband and I left feeling relaxed and healthier than we’ve felt in years, and knowing that we will be back in a few months for a refresher. And, oh yes, climb to the top of Medicine Rock, but wait until you get to the top before you turn around to see a spectacular view of the Lake.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 gogreen_notblue 
 
 
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I loved it here! I absolutely loved it here. I have never had a more relaxing stay. The room was beautiful and the scenery breathtaking. If you are beyond stressed out and need some time to relax this is the place to do it. The bodywork sessions were amazing. I put all my stress into my body and Mariah worked it all out. It feels like a weight lifted off of me. Coming here gives you a reality check on taking care of your body. The food was healthy and delicious. The staff are wonderful and accommodating. I will definitely come back and tell everyone I know what they are missing out on.
  
 
 
 
 
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