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WILDING · A WORK-IN-NATURE RETREAT
This isn't a retreat. It's a different place to think.
An off-grid stay off the Avenue of the Giants, for solo travelers, creators, and remote workers who want somewhere the noise actually stops. Hosted by Sara Jean, a Reiki practitioner and Ayurveda counselor who works from the property herself.
Custom stays available · Miranda, California · Booking September – December 2026
Maybe you don't need to stop working.
Maybe you just need somewhere different to do it.
When your days are filled with screens, conversations, decisions, and other people's needs, even meaningful work can begin to feel heavy. You may not be looking for a packed retreat schedule or a complete escape from your real life. You may simply need more sky, more quiet, and enough space to hear yourself think again.
At Soloist, your responsibilities can come with you. The noise does not have to.
Space to concentrate
Nature close enough to change your rhythm
Warmth and companionship when you want them
Welcome to Wilding
A softer place to work, wander, and return to yourself.
Wilding is a hosted retreat for people who need both connection and space — a place where focused work can share the day with birdsong, animal encounters, long walks, nourishing food, quiet reflection, and nights spent beneath a wider sky.
There is no pressure to perform relaxation correctly. Join what calls to you. Protect the quiet you need. Work when you need to work. Rest when your body asks you to rest.
What can change when your surroundings change?
From constant interruption
To long, protected stretches of focus
From crowded days
To quiet with room around it
From indoor routines
To workdays shaped by weather, light, and landscape
From caring for everyone else
To being warmly cared for
From digital sameness
To animals, stars, water, trails, and sensory life
From forcing an answer
To giving clarity room to arrive
You do not have to become a different person here. You simply get to meet yourself in a different setting.
Shape the stay you need
Enough structure to feel held. Enough freedom to make it yours.
Your retreat is designed around spaciousness rather than obligation. Keep your work commitments, choose the experiences that support you, and leave room for the unexpected moments that become the most memorable.
Focused work
Settle into meaningful work with fewer interruptions and a more inspiring view beyond the screen.
Quiet and solitude
Read, journal, meditate, think, nap, or simply spend time without being required to speak.
Nature immersion
Walk, hike, swim, watch the sky, spend time with animals, or let the landscape set a slower pace.
Shared warmth
Gather for conversation, cooking, food, or an unhurried moment with your host and fellow guests when connection feels welcome.
Spiritual exploration
Make space for personal reflection, tarot, Reiki, spiritual conversation, or private meditation without pressure or expectation.
Optional restorative care
Subject to practitioner availability, massage and other wellness modalities may be booked separately through a trusted local community of practitioners.
Activities and practitioner services vary by stay. Optional services are not included in the base retreat price unless specifically stated.
A day at the farm
Follow your own rhythm. Here is one way the day might unfold.
7:00 AM
Wake slowly
Coffee or tea, fresh air, journaling, meditation, or a quiet walk.
8:30 AM
Settle into focus
A protected block for writing, calls, planning, or concentrated remote work.
12:30 PM
Step away from the screen
Lunch, rest, animal time, fresh air, or an unhurried conversation.
2:00 PM
Work or wander
Return to your projects, explore the surrounding area, swim, hike, cook, or schedule an optional wellness session.
6:00 PM
Let the day soften
Prepare or share food, watch the changing light, and transition out of work mode.
8:00 PM
Night belongs to the sky
Stargazing, reading, tarot, spiritual conversation, quiet reflection, or an early night.
Nothing here is mandatory. Your actual schedule can remain as structured — or as open — as you need it to be.
Your stay, made simple
Clear about what’s held, and what’s optional.
Included with your retreat
Accommodation at Dark Fairy Farm
Reliable WiFi access for remote work
A comfortable, dedicated work setting
Welcome orientation with your host
Access to outdoor and shared spaces
Quiet reflection and nature immersion
A simple welcome gift on arrival
Host support throughout your stay
Select shared experiences for your dates
Available as optional additions
Massage
Reiki
Tarot
Other local wellness modalities
Special meals or cooking experiences
Guided outings or activities
Extended or upgraded stay options
Not automatically included
Transportation to and from the property
Individually booked practitioner services
Travel insurance
Personal purchases
Activities not listed in your package
Final inclusions vary by retreat date and package. Confirm all included experiences before publishing or accepting payment.
Property & Accommodations
Close to nature. Comfortably held.
Dark Fairy Farm offers the feeling of being immersed in the natural world without asking you to give up the comforts that help you feel safe, rested, and able to work.
Your Accommodation — A private studio apartment on 40 acres, complete with a shower, kitchenette, comfortable bed, dedicated workspace, and outdoor seating.
Work & Wi-Fi — High-speed internet provided by our local service, Netlink 101.
Kitchen & Meals — The kitchenette includes a sink, stovetop, grill, mini fridge, cookware, and dishes. Dry breakfast goods, tea, coffee, spices, and cooking oils are included with your stay.
Outdoor Spaces — Relax beneath the stars on the patio, enjoy a picnic with the provided blankets, explore the property’s hiking areas, or cool off in your private section of our creek pools.
Animals & Wildlife — Stanley, our dog, is your loyal companion and protector. You may also spot our stealthy outdoor cat, Yum Yum Hammer Paw.
*Wild turkeys, deer, and ravens are frequent visitors. You may hear owls, foxes, coyotes, or cows calling in the distance. Bobcats, mountain lions, and bears also live in the surrounding area, though sightings are rare. That’s why Stanley is here—to help keep the larger wildlife at a safe distance.
Coastal Redwood Trees — We live just off the Avenue of the Giants, so there’s no need to get back on the highway to experience one of the most memorable 30-mile drives of your life. Spend the day exploring our favorite old-growth groves, wandering beneath the towering redwoods, and feeling the quiet magic of these ancient giants.
Swimming & Nearby Exploration — The Eel River offers something to enjoy in every season, from fishing, kayaking, and hiking to swimming, sunbathing, or simply throwing rocks into the water. It is one of the area’s greatest natural treasures. Our property also has a private creek within the Salmon Creek watershed, including a unique creek pool perfect for cool freshwater dipping and peaceful nature bathing.
Night Skies — Cloudless nights here are truly breathtaking. Watching the moon rise behind our beloved Bear Butte can give you chills with the sheer power of the sky. Sunsets feel painted by God’s own hand, while foggy mornings gently carry the mind toward stillness and imagination.
Privacy & Shared Areas — You’ll have a fully private studio apartment with a balcony facing away from the host’s main house—close enough to feel cared for, yet private enough to enjoy your own space. You may also join your host for dinner, arrange a healing treatment in the dedicated healing space, or explore the property’s open areas.
Arrival & Parking — Our beautiful, remote location comes with rugged road conditions. An AWD or 4WD vehicle with off-road capability is strongly recommended. The driveway is short but very steep. Although many 2WD vehicles have successfully reached the property, we have reserved a parking space at the top of the driveway for 2WD guests. From there, it is approximately a 300-foot walk to the apartment. Better-equipped vehicles may park closer to the accommodation. Please understand that the road can be rough and challenging to navigate—it is simply part of the price we gladly pay to live this way.
Accessibility & Terrain — This rustic property is best suited to guests who are comfortable walking across steep, rugged, and uneven terrain. Sturdy walking or hiking shoes are essential. Unfortunately, the property is not wheelchair accessible and may not be suitable for anyone who requires mobility assistance. We want to be completely honest about the landscape so you can decide whether this stay is right for you.
Meet your host
You will be welcomed here like family.
I created this retreat because I know firsthand how beautiful it can be to work remotely from this property. Work feels different when there is nature outside the window, room to breathe between tasks, and a quieter rhythm waiting when the laptop closes.
As a cancer survivor, I have also experienced how deeply meaningful a gentler, nature-connected way of living can feel. Dark Fairy Farm became part of my own return to what matters, and I wanted to share that possibility with people who may be longing for the same kind of space.
When you stay here, you are not being processed through a retreat program. You are being welcomed into my home. My approach is warm, intuitive, and personal — the kind of care that feels a little like motherly love, while always respecting your privacy, independence, and boundaries.
I will share the week with you, offer practical and emotional support where I can, and help connect you with trusted practitioners if you would like to explore massage or other wellness experiences during your stay.
Come as you are. Bring the work, questions, tiredness, curiosity, and hope that are already yours.
— Sara Jean McPhee, your host · Reiki III Practitioner, Ayurveda Health Counselor, Spirit Communicator
Real proof
What guests actually remember.
She made sure I had everything I needed… Overall a wonderful experience while out in the Humboldt trees.
Noah · Airbnb guest
Feeling cared for
Very lovely place, exactly as described. We found it extremely peaceful and relaxing! Would 1000% stay again.
Mitch · Airbnb guest
Peace & quiet
We spent time here beneath oak trees and the sounds of woodpeckers… there is a mystical like atmosphere.
Justus Peter · Airbnb guest
Nature & animals
It had everything we needed for a cozy stay. The heater worked extremely well, and the shower got hot instantly.
Julia · Airbnb guest
Comfort
Sara was so welcoming and accommodating. She put together a lovely Airbnb experience.
Giang · Airbnb guest
Hospitality
The location was exactly what I was looking for to get away and get some work done while enjoying access to nature.
Carly · Airbnb guest
Memorable
This retreat may be calling you if…
You work remotely and want an environment that inspires rather than drains you.
You are a writer, creative, founder, or thoughtful professional who needs protected focus.
You love nature but still want comfort, shelter, electricity, and reliable ways to stay connected.
You feel overwhelmed by crowds, noise, or constant social expectations.
You want solitude without feeling completely alone.
You are curious about animals, stars, swimming, hiking, journaling, meditation, tarot, Reiki, cooking, or spiritual conversation.
You enjoy adventure but appreciate a soft bed and a beautiful place to return to.
You value a warm host who will care about your experience without controlling it.
This may not be the right stay if you are seeking a tightly scheduled group program, guaranteed therapeutic results, nonstop entertainment, or a conventional hotel experience.
It is natural to have questions before coming somewhere new.
Can I come alone?
Yes. This experience is designed to feel welcoming for solo travelers, with space for both privacy and gentle connection.
Can I keep working?
Yes. The retreat is intended for remote workers, writers, and creatives. You can protect the work time you need while allowing nature to change the rhythm around it.
Do I have to join everything?
No. Your time is your own. Activities and shared moments are invitations, not obligations.
What if I want a lot of quiet?
Quiet is part of the offering. Your host’s care should feel available, never intrusive.
Three Ways to Stay
Shape the stay you need.
Essential Stay
Starting From $135/night
Flexible nightly stay
Private accommodation
Breakfast provisions and pantry staples
Work-friendly setting
Property access
Personal host welcome
Optional Reiki, tarot and retreat enhancements
Most Immersive
The Signature Experience
Starting at $632 for three nights.
Three unhurried nights for solo travelers and remote professionals who want a focused 3-day weekend with a bit of work and a bit of getaway.
Private accommodation at Dark Fairy Farm
Breakfast provisions and pantry staples
Personalized retreat-planning session
One special prepared dinner
Curated welcome gift
One private Reiki and tarot session
Optional Redwood and practitioner experiences
A Private or Extended Retreat
Custom pricing.
Seven nights or longer, designed around the project, course, book, or launch you've been driving yourself mad about.
Personalized retreat schedule
Custom rhythm and meals
Choice of host offerings
Optional Redwood experiences and visiting practitioners
Begins with a private retreat-planning call
$100 retreat-design deposit required
Your retreat is designed around spaciousness rather than obligation. Keep your work commitments, choose the experiences that support you, and leave room for the unexpected moments that become the most memorable.
Questions & answers
Everything you might be wondering
Where is Dark Fairy Farm located?
What dates are available?
How long is the retreat?
Can I work remotely during my stay?
How reliable is the Wi-Fi?
Can I attend alone?
Are meals included?
What should I bring?
What activities are included?
How do I book massage, Reiki, tarot, or another optional service?
Are practitioner services included in the retreat price?
Will I have private time?
What animals live on or visit the property?
Is the property accessible?
Do I need a car?
What is the deposit and cancellation policy?
Is travel insurance recommended?
How do I ask a question before booking?
Your work can come with you. The noise can stay behind.
There is a place for you beneath this wider sky.
Come to focus. Come to rest between the work. Come for the animals, the water, the stars, the quiet, or the simple relief of being welcomed somewhere with care.
Your stay at Dark Fairy Farm can be as productive, restorative, private, connected, adventurous, or unhurried as you need it to be.
Questions are welcome. There is no pressure to book before the experience feels right for you.