Good Commons is a place to “be”. Quickly becoming one of the premier boutique retreat destinations in the Northeast, our doors are open to help create unique experiences that encourage guests to unplug from their daily lives. Tucked away in the heart of Vermont between Killington and the Okemo Valley, Good Commons is an idyllic setting to relax, retreat and revitalize. To learn more about Good Commons, CLICK HERE .

Join Good Commons Creator and Owner Tesha Buss and Resident Chef Matthew Wexler for a spectacular weekend getaway to kick off summer amidst the glorious setting of Vermont. Weekend highlights include a champagne toast upon arrival, morning relaxation classes, 4-course dinners with wine pairings and local daily excursions — plus plenty of time to relax in the Jacuzzi, enjoy a massage from our in-house certified therapist or relax under our apple tree. A weekend you won’t soon forget!

Good Commons is proud to partner with the Food Bank For New York City as one of our 2010 signature charities.  The Food Bank works to end hunger and increase access to affordable, nutritious food for low-income New Yorkers.  A portion of proceds and house gratuities from this retreat will be donated to the Food Bank, which distributes emergency food and resources to more than 1,000 food assistance programs citywide.  Learn how you can get involved at foodbanknyc.org.

Itinerary+ 

While we have many activities and adventures planned for this weekend, we also know the importance of just relaxing.  We encourage you to participate in as much or as little as you would like to create your ideal getaway -- whatever that means for you.

Friday, May 28

Saturday, May 29

Sunday, May 30

Monday, May 31

Yours hosts:

Athena Freedlander is a prominent bartender and cocktail consultant in New York City.  She learned her craft at some of the city's best restaurants, including Gramercy Tavern (where you can try her most recent creations, the Montalban and Pedro) and Mesa Grill.  Athena bases her cocktails around seasonal, locally grown ingredients and hand-crafted spirits.  She loves bringing the craft of bartending to others and adheres to the philosophy that we should think about what we drink as much as what we eat.

April Stamm is a chef and food writer, whose work has appeared in a wide range of publications including Pastry Scoop, an online pastry magazine, and The Nibble, a gourmet product review and foodie information site.  She is a graduate of the French Culinary Institute and a member of Women Chefs and Restauranteurs.  More of her writing and ventures can be found on her website  www.aprilstamm.com

Marcus Berardino is a New York State Licensed and Nationally Certified Massage Therapist in practice since 2004.  Modalities include deep tissue, myofascial, acupressure, reflexology, craniosacral, Thai yoga massage and advanced sports massage certification.  Massage sessions merge Eastern and Western traditions and may range from targeting areas of chronic stress and fatigue, to encouraging the body's natural return to balance and equilibrium.  He is also a certified Vinyasa flow yoga instructor teaching public and private sessions in New York City.  www.marcusberardino.com

Tesha Buss is the owner/creator of Good Commons.  Raised on a dairy farm and doing back flips by the age of three, Tesha reached her childhood dream of becoming a Broadway performer, only to discover that a new dream--a retreat center to rest and revitalize--would soon reveal itself.  She welcomes the revolving door of health and wellness professionals, artists, vacationers adn more who seek to "be Good". www.goodcommons.com

Matthew Wexler is the resident chef at Good Commons, as well as a freelance food and lifestyle writer.  He is proud to share the bounty of the Northeast with all those who visit Good Commons through fresh, vibrant and accessible cuisine.  Matthew's writing can be found at www.roodeloo.com


Good Commons was originally built in the 1840’s and operated as a general store. It has been lovingly renovated and restored and now features six bedrooms and a sleeping loft, six bathrooms, two living rooms, and a multi-purpose studio. The property features all of the modern amenities of one’s own home, while still creating a warm and inviting environment that honors the historical traditions that have characterized the house for more than 160 years.



Regular Pricing:
$525/per person — Sleeping Loft
$650/per person — Shared Bedroom (based on double occupancy)

Includes:
Roundtrip transportation from NYC on the Good bus (single pick-up and drop-off location)
All meals as outlined in itinerary
Wine and spirits related to in-house meals
Local transportation
Morning relaxation/movement classes
 
Travel Information:
The Good bus will be leaving from the corner of 45th and 9th at 1pm sharp on Friday 28th. The Good Bus will be leaving Good Commons Monday at 12pm to return to the same locations in NYC. 

Reservation and Payment Information:
An advance deposit of $250 is required to reserve your space on this retreat. All deposits are non-refundable. Deposits are transferable to another retreat or vacation rental pending availability if cancellation is received by May 11, 2010. Absolutely no refund, deposit or payment transfers will be made if cancellation is received after the above cancellation deadline of May 11, 2010. Balance must be paid by May 25, 2010.

To register for the retreat, please click the button below for your initial $250 deposit.  You may also use this button to complete your payment for the retreat or to pay in full.

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