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"Another amazing weekend at the Sentinel. The maloca, a temple, the land and water, the staff, and the food...all astounding. I wish I could give it 6 stars. Will be back. So grateful."

"Just attended the Together Couples Retreat hosted by Courtney and her husband Mike (https://www.sacredrelating.com/), at the Sentinel. A wonderful weekend filled with connection and so many incredible insights learned through practice, example, story, and fun. Courtney and Mike's love for each other and the work they are doing Together, supporting couples, made this weekend a profound experience. Thank you."

"I love coming up to Star River Sanctuary for the Pachakuti Mesa Tradition Apprenticeship. It is always a wonderful time of reconnecting with powerful teachings, inspiring teachers and wonderful friends and fellow students. Highly recommend it! "

"The Sentinel has offers unique spaces to relax and dive deep, each of them special in their own way. From the cedar sauna and hot tub/cold plunge, to the Maloca and the authentic Mongolian Ger, the lodge and the grounds themselves. Breakfasts were nourishing, healthy and plentiful, I wish I could have eaten more! The rooms are spacious, very clean and beautifully designed. Everyone that works there is kind and helpful. They understand what hospitality is! Highly recommend the Sentinel to stay - one night is not enough! "

"A truly magical space with a deeply nourishing feeling. The property is beautiful and well-kept. All the bedrooms and common areas were clean and well appointed and had a warm and pleasing aesthetic. Very much looking forward to our next stay."

"This is the second time I have visited the Sentinel. I went in the fall and the spring but I would be curious to know what it's like staying there in the summer. The chefs make great food and you cannot miss out on that. The hospitality is great as well and hopefully they finish their new building soon. For those that want to do a quick hike, Fletcher Falls is nearby."

"My stay was wonderfully peaceful, with beautiful surroundings of forest and lake. The food was exceptional and nourishing , as well as the staff. A great retreat to recharge and ground yourself. Thank you for providing exactly what I needed ♥️"

"A very special place in every way: *energy - uplifting *people- friendly and welcoming *spaces- beautiful and light filled *food- delicious * location-breathtaking!"

"Darcy and Robin were an embodiment of Divine Union in their personal and professional partnership. Both walked the talk on so many levels; beginning with the most important: Safety. They spoke and displayed their awareness of trauma informed care; in turn creating and holding a safe space throughout the ceremonies for me to be vulnerable enough to create physical, emotional and spiritual healing for myself. Both were kind and very knowledgeable guides along my journey in multiple ceremonies. They co-facilitated and modeled transcendence in their complimentary ways . I read everything they sent me, took the time to get clear and set my intentions, answered their suggested questions, and as a result, everything I was hoping to get out of the retreat, I did: healing / wholeness. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity they created and shared with me and the others. My life is forever better for it."

"My husband and I have been to the Sentinel twice now and we plan to return every year. It is truly a piece of paradise tucked into the woods, over looking the lake, with hot tub, sauna and cold plunge at your door step. The Maloka (yoga studio) is breathtaking and holds very special energy. Every detail of the resort is stunning, with crystals and gorgeous carvings - the whole place is a work of art. The breakfasts made by your own personal chef in the morning are world class. I’ve not been to a retreat at the Sentinel but I plan on it in the near future as I am sure they are spectacular. Janet is a total angel and makes sure your stay is nothing short of life changing. Thank you thank you thank you!!! I hope the Sentinel exists always. "

"Attending a retreat with Robin and Darcy was truly a magical opportunity. With decades of experience in both their crafts and hosting retreats this retreat brought so much depth with the content, flow and connections that I made. The accommodations were supportive and nurturing and the food was wholesome and delicious. The little details matter and with such a solid support team for this retreat I felt I could just show up, receive and up level in my life. If you are contemplating going on a retreat with Robin and Darcy I promise you will have the time of your life. "

"Darcy brings decades of spiritual practice, sacred ritual and experience with the Unseen realms to his profound retreats and impeccable ceremonial containers. He is a highly skilled healer, deep listener and empathic leader. His devotion to the earth and to the re-kindling of humanity's heart informs and inspires all of the offerings and unique practices he creates and provides to his apprentices and retreat participants."

"Robin's ability to research, summarize, synthesize and disseminate information, knowledge, facts and philosophies is truly remarkable. As she teaches, the flow of transmission she receives from the wisdom of the upper realms fills her field and the content of her sharing. Robin in an impeccable healer, ceremonialist and mentor and is kind, humorous and gracious. "

"Star River Sanctuary is an up and coming eco-retreat center sourced in devotion to planetary consciousness and divine love. The land and structures are pristine, clean and expansive, the food is nourishing and high vibrational, and the gardens are spectacular."

"Beautiful, spiritual place where magic happens. Good was outstanding and the hospitality even better. Rooms were very nice. Beds were comfortable. Will definitely be back. "

"The Sentinel is a beautiful and unique place with stunning views and magnificent art! Our stay was too short; I’d recommend staying multiple days to truly soak up all the spaces and the slower pace!"

"I attended Phoenix Acadeny Level 1 retreat at The Sentinel and had an amazing experience. The staff were super friendly and helpful - making my experience very comfortable. The food was organic and gourmet, rooms were very comfortable and clean. The setting is ideal with the views and lake steps away. I am looking forward to returning now that they have the new additions of the Yurt and Cantina. This location was perfect for the training and ceremonies that I experienced in August 2022 - looking forward to my next visit."

"Helena, thank you for bringing the Wheel of Content to the world. The skills I am taking away and practicing in my daily life have already shown value in just a few days. Learning to be okay with doing what I need to support my emotional well-being, without guilt, and shifting my language around 'asking' for what I need or want was a big 'a-ha' moment. Slowing down, connecting with touch, and awareness of senses practices were extremely helpful. I feel this is a retreat I would repeat as I continue to incorporate the teachings, and I highly recommend it to others."

"I am forever grateful to the staff, program leaders, and participants for creating a safe, peaceful, and nurturing environment. From the beautiful accommodations to the amazing food, being in nature, and transformative retreats, this truly is a healing place. Thank you for making it possible for me to attend the Wheel of Content retreat. There, I was able to learn valuable skills to help me better honor myself and my needs. I look forward to coming back again and again."

"The Sentinel is my favorite getaway winter or summer. It is a magical place full of blessings and beauty."

"Attended a pilgrimage in Peru with Darcy and Robin. I can attest not only of their excellent organising skills, with room for exploration time and personal needs, as well as their capacity to lead in a compassionate, experienced and insightful way a group of over 20 people. I’m glad to have met them and experienced one of their retreats (about two weeks) and look forward to attending another soon."

"Attended a pilgrimage in Peru with Darcy and Robin. I can attest not only of their excellent organising skills, with room for exploration time and personal needs, as well as their capacity to lead in a compassionate, experienced and insightful way a group of over 20 people. I’m glad to have met them and experienced one of their retreats (about two weeks) and look forward to attending another soon."

"Thanks for a wonderful stay at The Sentinel! The warm welcome, comfy bed, stunning views, and beautiful food made for an exceptional retreat !"

"We stayed in suite #4 I loved being amongst the trees with a lake view and with such easy access to the cedar barrel hot tub and wood fire sauna. The space was welcoming, with access to the living room area and all buildings on the property. It was just the retreat we were looking for. we will for sure be back. Thank you."

"Highly recommend if you are looking to clear your head. Turn your phone off and enjoy the view and the silence. Woodburning sauna (banya) and a hot tub is a must do before you retreat to your bed for a night. This is a place that you want to come back to again and again."

"My boyfriend and celebrated our one year anniversary here . The views were spectacular. I had such a relaxing weekend. The host was nice and welcoming. We had access to a shared lounge with a fireplace, hot tub, sauna and cold plunge. We had a delicious breakfast made by the chef himself. The grounds were beautiful. Couldn't have asked for a better weekend. The place was very homey. I will definitely be coming back to check out their yoga retreats."

"To say this trip was life changing would be a massive understatement. It was arguably one of the most significant and deeply transformative experiences of my entire life. It’s too early to speak to the implications but I can feel some titanic shifts percolating. I feel changed in such a profound way that it’s difficult to put into words. It had a bit of everything, great challenge, exquisite communion, solace and the full spectrum of emotions. True initiation. Big upgrades. Something every pilgrim on this path needs to experience in their lifetime. Couldn’t recommend highly enough! Robin & Darcy’s dedication to the way of beauty is second to none! Immense gratitude 🙏🏻"

"We truly enjoyed our weekend - staff is remarkably helpful, food is awesome prepared by chef. "

"Such a very special place to be able to stay at ! The grounds are amazing and full of extra details with wood sculptures , crystals , rocks ...etc . The communal dining area is so cozy and also decorated with amazing details . Rooms were super clean and beds very comfortable with beautiful views of the lake . It was a real treat to soak in the hot tub and hop in the sauna . Amazing breakfast as well !Highly recommended !!! Wonderful staff as well ❤"

"I attended a New Years retreat (2023) and I can't imagine a better way to celebrate the end of 2023 and the beginning of 2024. It was my first retreat with Robin and Darcy, and I am soooo happy that I listened to my heart and attended the event. The whole experience felt like celebration of life. Even though it was my first time meeting Robin & Darcy but I felt welcomed, they held a space for me to be open and vulnerable. During practices I transformed a lot of fears & insecurities and I felt this new burst of love and excitement fill my heart and my body. I am very grateful for this experience and would recommend to anyone who's being called to participate in one of their events. "