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Retreats at The Benninghofen House are magical and memorable. The serene spaces and lush backyard, against the backdrop of a vibrant city, make this the perfect getaway location to restore and renew.

Join us for our 3 night, all-inclusive Women’s Art Retreat, or reach out through our contact page to discuss private retreat options for your group. Corporate retreats, book clubs, bible study groups, family reunions, and friend groups welcome! We can sleep up to 10 in our boutique hotel apartments and can help you customize your retreat in any way with meeting/work spaces, workshops, yoga, massages, local excursions, day trips, and more.

Women’s Art Retreat - Watercolor Painting 3 Night All-Inclusive Experience The Benninghofen House Hamilton, Ohio October 2, 7pm - October 5, 11am

A Restorative Escape for Creativity, Connection, and Self-Care

Step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in a weekend of relaxation, creativity, and nourishment at The Benninghofen House in Hamilton, Ohio. This three-night women's art retreat offers a perfect balance of self-care, artistic expression, and community in a beautiful historic home.

What’s Included:

Three-Night Stay – Unwind in the elegant and inviting surroundings of The Benninghofen House, where historic charm meets modern comfort. Stay in a private room in our boutique hotel apartments.

Delicious, Nourishing Meals – Enjoy wholesome meals crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Our menu is designed to nourish both body and soul. From hearty breakfasts to comforting dinners including pizza made in the backyard pizza oven, each meal is a celebration of good food and good company.

Creative Watercolor Workshop - Whether you have experience or you're an interested beginner, this retreat invites you to explore the magic of watercolor. Begin a wonderful new hobby or expand on your existing skill with a multi-session guided watercolor workshop. With the guidance of professional artist and instructor, Elizabeth Rohrbaugh, you'll learn the basics of how to work with the medium (it's not as difficult as you may think!) and create finished pieces to take home. 

Workshop Highlights:

• We'll touch on the basics of water control, watercolor materials, and color mixing, but also allow your individual creative spirit to play as we develop several autumn scenes. 

• We'll experiment with several methods to apply the paint to paper and how to make adjustments during the process. 

• Enjoy hours of painting as you create your own individual watercolors to take home.

• The small gathering allows for personalized instruction and guidance to ensure a fun and fulfilling experience. 

• All materials will be provided-be sure to bring your creativity and willingness to explore and learn!

A Weekend of Wellness and Connection

Beyond the printmaking workshop, this retreat is about restoring your mind and body. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to unwind with:

• Optional Morning mindfulness/gentle movement sessions to start the day with intention.

• Cozy evenings with tea, wine, and good conversation in the inviting common spaces of The Benninghofen House.

• Time for personal reflection and self-care, whether that means journaling in a quiet corner, taking a peaceful stroll, or simply soaking in the charm of this historic home and delightful city of Hamilton, Ohio.

Join Us for a Weekend of Inspiration & Renewal

Come as you are, leave refreshed and creatively inspired. Whether you're looking to reconnect with yourself, explore a new artistic medium, or simply enjoy a relaxing getaway with like-minded women, this retreat is designed for you.

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today and embark on a weekend filled with creativity, connection, and self-care at The Benninghofen House!

Meet our art instructor:

Elizabeth Rohrbaugh is an artist, instructor and creative collaborator from our hometown of Hamilton, Ohio.  In addition to being a successful independent artist, she is also the Founder and President of the Women's Art Club of Hamilton (WACH), and leads the 100 member club in monthly art events and annual dual-venue art shows. While she is predominantly a watercolorist and oil painter, she is interested in many other forms of art making and living creatively is a daily goal. 

Elizabeth recently returned from a multi-disciplinary artist residency in France, where she focused on exploring new watercolor paintings and mixed media work. Above that she has a renewed and stronger belief in collaborative artistic community and the creative effects others can have on our work. 

Elizabeth is a self taught, multi-disciplinary artist with work in private and commercial collections across the United States. When she is not painting or managing the art club, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her growing family and walking her dog, Josie. She is devoted to living a creative life and sharing the gifts God gave her with others so that they too may experience the richness of creative living.  

Accomodations

Retreat guests stay in our 5-star rated, unique boutique-hotel apartments at The Benninghofen House. Each guest will have a private bedroom and share a bathroom and kitchen with another person.

Investment (payment plan available)

3 Night Art Retreat $795 per person Includes - private overnight accommodations for 3 nights, 4 watercolor painting workshop sessions and supplies, 7 meals and snacks, optional yoga, hot tub, sauna, recipes from the retreat

Commuter Option - No overnight accommodations (limited availability) $495 per person Includes - 4 watercolor painting workshop sessions and supplies, 6 meals and snacks, optional yoga, hot tub, sauna, recipes from the retreat

Additional information

*Repeat Retreat Guests - 15% discount for guests who have retreated with us at The Benninghofen House in the past. Welcome back! Reach out to Bekki to set up your discounted retreat. 513-291-0117 (15% discount can’t be combined with Early Bird Price)

*Extended Retreat - Additional nights can be added before and after the retreat for an additional fee.

*Payment plan available. $250 nonrefundable to book into a retreat with the remainder due 30 days prior to the retreat. Text owner Bekki Rennick (513-291-0117) or reach out through our website contact page to set up a payment plan.

*Cancelling a retreat - No refunds unless canceled 30 days prior to the retreat. You may transfer your booking to another person or to a future retreat if you are within the 30 day period for a fee.

Photos from past retreats at The Benninghofen House