We take leisure seriously here at Cape Resorts. Vacations are important. Traditions are paramount. And relaxation is therapeutic. We love seeing guests unwind.
Most often, our guests come with their families for vacation. Or there are the weekend getaways—quick trips to catch one’s breath and have a change of scenery. And of course we play host to many milestone life events. But we want to give you another reason to visit. We believe that our refreshed fall, winter and spring retreat programs will do just that.
Our beloved and beautiful resorts offer the perfect setting and canvas to retreat, relax and learn. Our wellness programs will refresh you. Other immersive programs will teach you. All with the intention to unwind and have fun. The concept for these retreats is simple, really. They naturally play to the characteristics of our properties. They invite you to participate in authentic activities and seminars. They are fun and informative, chock full of opportunities that you can take advantage of at your own pace. Our love of the seasons guides them. Fresh, healthy food anchors them. And they are rooted in the essence of everything we love about the places we steward. In this article, we outline these offerings as an invitation to experience a richer side of Cape Resorts.
Authentic Farm Escapes
We all could use some grounding these days. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and overstimulated. From smartphones and social media to endless notifications and information overload, we often find ourselves yearning for a break from the digital chaos—a chance to reconnect and nurture a deeper connection with yourself and those you love. And at Beach Plum Farm, our Rooted getaways offer the perfect remedy.
Working with the earth is not only grounding, it is relaxing and calming and tangible. For three days, you’ll be immersed in the rhythms of farm life with different themes to choose from. Our farmers will teach you how to raise backyard chickens or show you how to build and grow in raised beds and small backyard greenhouses, or forage off the land, gaining an understanding of all the edible things right around us. As part of the daily rhythm, you will help gather ingredients from our rows and paddocks, while our Executive Chef will walk you through seasonal recipes tailored to your hand-picked crops. Just imagine the feeling of fulfillment after a day in the fresh air, picking carrots in the morning and roasting them in the evening for dinner. Beach Plum Farm’s beautiful cottage accommodations are the perfect place to call home and the gentle, open spaces provide the perfect setting to explore, create, taste and live in simple harmony with the land.
Our Rooted Themes
Rooted:
Spring Gardening
Beach Plum Farm Cottages
Available for Select Dates in March and April 2025
Working through different seasons, seeds and soils, we invite you to join Christina Albert for a hands-on spring gardening workshop.
read moreSince its inception in 2016, our Kitchen Garden has thrived as a tangible link between Beach Plum Farm and Cape May's vibrant culinary community. "From the beginning, the philosophy behind the raised beds was to create a place for our Chefs to experiment with different vegetables, fruits, and herbs," says Farm Agricultural Director Christina Albert.
Included in this package:
- Deluxe Overnight Accommodations in a private cottage on our farm
- A Welcome Reception on the evening of your arrival, where you'll gather over refreshments and light bites
- Two Hands-On Gardening sessions led by Christina Albert, Beach Plum Farm's Director of Agriculture
- Breakfast each morning, delivered to your cottage
- Lunch in between your gardening sessions
- A Farm-to-Table Dinner on your second evening
Stay a Little Longer
Extend your stay! Guests who reserve our Rooted package are invited extend their stay for an additional night with a 30% discount on the evening's rate.
Book Your Stay
Thursday, March 6 through Sunday, March 9, 2025
Checking out Saturday, March 8 or Sunday, March 9
Sunday, March 30 through Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Checking out Tuesday, April 1 or Wednesday, April 2
Rooted:
Backyard Chickens
Beach Plum Farm Cottages
Available for Select Dates in March 2025
Immerse yourself in our world, guided by Beach Plum Farm’s Livestock Manager Andrew Halbruner on all the ins and outs of properly caring for chickens.
read moreFrom the moment you enter Beach Plum Farm, you'll notice at least a few in-house residents: our free-range chickens. Some stay behind their fence, and some peep out from behind the garden beds, but all are a part of the backdrop at the farm. A sustainable and fowl-friendly poultry program is at the heart of our operation at Beach Plum Farm—and now, we invite you to learn the basics of raising chickens in your own back yard.
Come immerse yourself in our world, guided by Beach Plum Farm’s Livestock Manager Andrew Halbruner on all the ins and outs of properly caring for chickens. The capstone project during your getaway will be to build a beautiful Amish-designed wooden chicken coop with your fellow Rooted guests, with expert instruction every step of the way. Throughout your getaway, our Farm Team will provide lessons on the basics of how to raise hens for eggs, how to properly feed and care for chickens, how to protect your flock, and more! Authentic and informative, these Rooted escapes promise enrichment and connection with the earth, as well as a fun and memorable experience for your entire group.
Included in this package:
- Deluxe Overnight Accommodations in a private cottage on our farm
- A Welcome Reception on the evening of your arrival, where you'll gather over refreshments and light bites
- Two hands-on sessions led by Beach Plum Farm Livestock Manager Andrew Halbruner
- Breakfast each morning, delivered to your cottage
- Lunch in between your gardening sessions
- A Farm-to-Table Dinner on your second evening
Stay a Little Longer
Extend your stay! Guests who reserve our Rooted package are invited extend their stay for an additional night with a 30% discount on the evening's rate.
Book Your Stay
Thursday, March 13 through Sunday, March 16
Checking out Saturday, March 15 or Wednesday, March 16
Rooted:
Beekeeping
Beach Plum Farm Cottages
Available Select Dates in April 2025
Bees—particularly honeybees—play a vital role in agriculture by facilitating the pollination of many crops. Explore the exciting world of beekeeping during this Rooted getaway at Beach Plum Farm.
read moreThe process of pollination is essential for the reproduction of flowering plants, including many of the fruits and vegetables grown in the fields at Beach Plum Farm. For over a decade, a beekeeping program has been a core focus of our efforts at Beach Plum, and now we invite you to learn the ins-and-outs of beekeeping with this interactive getaway.
Included in this package:
- Deluxe Overnight Accommodations in a private cottage on our farm
- A Welcome Reception on the evening of your arrival, where you'll gather over refreshments and light bites
- Two Hands-On Beekeeping sessions led by expert guides
- Breakfast each morning, delivered to your cottage
- Lunch in between your gardening sessions
- A Farm-to-Table Dinner on your second evening
Stay a Little Longer
Extend your stay! Guests who reserve our Rooted package are invited extend their stay for an additional night with a 30% discount on the evening's rate.
Book Your Stay
Sunday, April 6 through Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Checking out Tuesday, April 8 or Wednesday, April 9
Visit CapeResorts.com/Rooted to learn more about these authentic farm cottage retreats at Beach Plum Farm.
All - Inclusive Wellness
January 2023, we launched our first Intention wellness retreats in Cape May—escapes that center on the basic tenets of mindfulness, healthy, clean cuisine and fresh air. For three days, our guests were immersed in a lifestyle of complete relaxation, one filled with holistic wellness, daily adventures, and incredible, plant-based food. The first of these retreats took place at the Virginia Hotel, a haven of sophisticated design that perfectly married the healthy with the luxurious. Not long after, we hosted the program at the Beach Plum Farm Cottages, which was a natural setting for these wellness getaways. And now, we’re thrilled to make Intention one of our regular fall, winter and spring offerings in Cape May and on Shelter Island.
Spectacular guided hikes—one each day, and each with a surprise— form the basis of our Intention getaways. Private daily massage, as well as expertly-instructed yoga and Pilates-based sessions, relax and fortify mind and body. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included in your stay, each meal lovingly prepared with ingredients picked from our greenhouses.
Intention
Winter Wellness at the Virginia
The Virginia Hotel
Available Monday, January 6 through Thursday, January 16, 2025
Our Intention Wellness retreats return to The Virginia Hotel this January! Join us for a getaway that centers on the basic tenets of fresh cuisine and fresh air.
read moreSpectacular guided hikes—one each day, and each with a surprise—form the basis for our Intention getaways. Explore the hidden pockets of Cape May's landscape, covering miles of coastline, dunes, and reeded shoreline.
Rest follows days of wholesome activity. A private massage, as well as an expertly-instructed yoga session, relax and fortify mind and body.
The vegan menu will amaze you. Our Intention Winter Wellness retreats feature lovingly-prepared cuisine, hand-crafted mocktails, and pressed juices. Lunch each day will be the perfect finish to that morning's hike. Dinner in the Virginia's Richmond Room will feature Chef Jason Hanin's specially-created menus.
Included in this package:
- 1pm Early Check-In on the Monday of your arrival
- A Welcome Mocktail, made using farm-fresh ingredients
- Daily Breakfast, expertly prepared and hand-delivered to your guest room
- Daily Lunch, to refresh and fortify
- Nightly Three-Course Vegan Dinner, with three-mocktail pairing, prepared by Executive Chef Jason Hanin
- Guided Hikes for Every Ability around Cape May's lesser-known trails
- A Yoga Class led by expert instructors, suitable for all skill levels
- A Private Massage Treatment, provided on-site by the Sea Spa
- All Transportation Included during your stay, to and from the Virginia
Dates and Availability
Monday, January 6 through Wednesday, January 8
Checking out Thursday, January 9, 2025
Book Online Call to Book: (800) 732-4236
Please note: Online bookings for our Intention Winter Wellness package default to one (1) guest. Additional guests can be added for an additional fee when you make your reservation.
Monday, January 13 through Wednesday, January 15
Checking out Thursday, January 16, 2025
Book Online Call to Book: (800) 732-4236
Please note: Online bookings for our Intention Winter Wellness package default to one (1) guest. Additional guests can be added for an additional fee when you make your reservation.
Visit CapeResorts.com/Intention to learn more about our all-inclusive wellness retreats.
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