Coastal Writers Retreat
Beaufort, SC
Lodging: The Rhett House Inn
Dates: Sunday, March 17, 2024 4:00 p.m. - Wednesday, March 20, 2024 11:00 a.m.
Coach: Kathy Izard and Helen Musick
Cost: $1950
Retreat activities will be held in the Newcastle House a private residence behind The Rhett House Inn. Program fee includes all lunches and dinners, activities and instruction. It does not include lodging or transportation. Participants must book their own lodging, airfare and airport transfers. Please see details below.
This experience will be limited to twelve women and the Rhett House Inn is blocking rooms for us.
If you have your own home in the area, you are welcome to register—but please to plan to participate in all activities. Check schedule for details.
Once you have registered with WFS we will give you a code to receive 10% off your room rate. You must secure your lodging and pay your full program fee to attend.
Note: We offer a payment plan that allows you to pay for a retreat in 2 installments: a deposit and a final payment due 6 weeks before the start date of the retreat. Hold deposits are $500. $250 of the initial hold deposit is non-refundable. ** Please read our cancellation policy here prior to signing up. **
Beaufort, SC
Lodging: The Rhett House Inn
Dates: Sunday, March 17, 2024 4:00 p.m. - Wednesday, March 20, 2024 11:00 a.m.
Coach: Kathy Izard and Helen Musick
Cost: $1950
Retreat activities will be held in the Newcastle House a private residence behind The Rhett House Inn. Program fee includes all lunches and dinners, activities and instruction. It does not include lodging or transportation. Participants must book their own lodging, airfare and airport transfers. Please see details below.
This experience will be limited to twelve women and the Rhett House Inn is blocking rooms for us.
If you have your own home in the area, you are welcome to register—but please to plan to participate in all activities. Check schedule for details.
Once you have registered with WFS we will give you a code to receive 10% off your room rate. You must secure your lodging and pay your full program fee to attend.
Note: We offer a payment plan that allows you to pay for a retreat in 2 installments: a deposit and a final payment due 6 weeks before the start date of the retreat. Hold deposits are $500. $250 of the initial hold deposit is non-refundable. ** Please read our cancellation policy here prior to signing up. **
Retreat Details
Beaufort, SC has an impressive writing legacy. Pat Conroy author of bestselling books like The Prince of Tides, South of Broad, and The Water is Wide loved everything about Beaufort and the Lowcountry. He and his wife, novelist Cassandra King both wrote here, and the Pat Conroy Literary Center marks his legacy. Also nearby is the century old Penn Center where Martin Luther King drafted the early words of his “I Have a Dream” speech.
For three days, we will create our own writer’s community for both learning and dreaming about what you might want to write. You don’t have to be a published author or be working on a book to attend—just have the desire to dig deep with fellow women writers.
Each day we will be exploring different writing exercises as well as sharing our work. Kathy Izard is a certified book coach who knows how to encourage women to reach their writing potential. Helen Musick is pastor, writer and teacher who loves spiritual exploration. We will have time to learn, share and create new work. At night, relax and enjoy fabulous dinners with women, like you, who want to improve their work and meet others who love words.
What Writers say about Kathy’s Coaching and Writing Workshops:
Working with Kathy as my Writing Coach has been such a gift. Her commitment to me has been the most valuable part of my writing life.
Amy Saxby, Cincinnati, Ohio
Kathy’s coaching elevated my writing and her practical knowledge of the publishing world made my self-publishing experience less intimidating. Kathy made me feel seen as a writer and author even before I fully believed in it myself.
Tilden Arnold Davis, Charlotte, NC, Author of Reassembled
What Past Participants Had to Say about our retreats:
Women in Wyoming Writers retreat was like nothing I have experienced! It was deep and soulful, and it was joyful and fun!!! Kathy created a safe space where nine amazing women could share their hearts through their writing. She wove in creative times and joyful explosions! I can't wait to go again!
Megan Young, Charlotte, NC
This was my first Women Faith & Story writing retreat that I’ve ever been on, but it won’t be my last. The setting, the women, and Kathy’s leadership cultivated a rich environment for creativity. This experience made me hungry to write, but not only write…to paint, to respond to writing prompts, and create an experience like this for the women in my circle, including my daughters.
Shari Beth, Lexington, KY
location and registration details
We are excited to be partnering with The Rhett House Inn, a multi-award winning, classic Southern inn located in the heart of Beaufort’s Historic Landmark District and chosen “Readers’ Choice Best Bed and Breakfast″ https://rhetthouseinn.com.
This experience will be limited to twelve women and the Rhett House Inn is blocking rooms for us. Once you register, you will be given a code to receive 10% off your room rate. You must register and secure lodging to attend.
This retreat will fill up fast so register now to reserve your spot!
Have your own writer’s group and want Kathy to provide the program? Email her at Kathy.izard@me.com
Meet Your Hosts
About helen musick
Helen lives in Lexington, Kentucky. She’s a pastor, writer, speaker and friend to those on journeys of transformation. She’d rather mow the grass than vacuum, she loves traveling with her husband and friends, loves anything sweet and salty and most of all the gift of her family, given to her by God in a unique and beautiful way. Helen is an observer and lifelong learner. Seeing analogies in the ordinary that connect to spiritual truths, her book Everyday Object Lessons for Youth Groups has sold over 65,000 copies.
About Kathy Izard
Kathy is an award-winning author, speaker, and changemaker as well as the founder of Women | Faith & Story. Kathy believes we all have a story worth telling and she wants to help other women find the courage to put their words in the world.
Learn more about Kathy on her website here.
Tentative Schedule
More Details Coming Soon!
Arrival | Sunday, March 17, 2024
4:00-6:00 pm Check in and Welcome Program
6:00-8:00 pm Welcome Dinner
8:00-9:00 pm Evening Fun Program
Day 2-3 | monday, March 18-Tuesday, March 19, 2024
8:00 am Breakfast at Your Lodging
9:00-12:00 pm Group Writing and Soul Activities:
12:00-1:00 pm Lunch
1:00-3:00 pm Group Writing and Soul Activities:
3:00-6:00 pm Exercise and Free Writing Time *
* This time is designed for you to make progress on your own projects or get inspired by the charming coastal town and beaches. Weather permitting, we will head to the beach at least one afternoon!
6:00-8:00 pm Dinner
8:00-9:00 pm Evening Fun Program
Departure | Wednesday, march 20, 2024
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00-11:00 am Farewell Program and Activities
11:00 am Check-out
