THE ENCHANTED CASTLE RETREAT
Thursday June 10th - Sunday June 13th 2027
A CREATIVE ESCAPE AWAITS...
Enjoy a full weekend of content creation, creative activities, and community connection at our castle-themed retreat in Eastern Pennsylvania. Explore a storybook-inspired Airbnb with scenic grounds and medieval-inspired rooms, and create throughout the weekend with both casual and structured photoshoots.
Take part in archery, mini golf, row boating, outdoor lawn games, hands-on crafts, an artisan marketplace, and other fantasy-themed activities. Wind down with hot tub and sauna time, outdoor movie nights, group meals, trivia, and relaxed evenings together in a setting designed to inspire creativity, adventure, and connection.
*We’re still working on all the details for this event! Ticket sales and the full event information are coming soon. Please check back once tickets are officially released for the most up-to-date schedule, pricing, activities, and event details.*
TICKETS
MODEL RETREAT TICKETS INCLUDE:
Three nights in our storybook castle-inspired retreat
All meals, snacks, and refreshments during your stay
Private photo sessions with Featured Photographers on Friday
Open shooting with Guest Photographers on Saturday
Unlimited content creation across the castle grounds
Complimentary train station pickup and drop-off
Full access to wardrobe, accessories, and props
Behind-the-scenes photo and video coverage
Crafts, activities, games, trivia, and prizes
Themed outdoor movie night screening
ADD-ONS
Extra Featured Photographer Session
Add a second 30-minute private session with any of our Featured Photographers
Featured Photographer Session Package
Double your private shooting time with a second session with EACH Featured Photographer - 6 sessions total
NOT INCLUDED:
Meals off-property excursions / personal takeout
Optional attraction/admission fees not included in the retreat itinerary
Guaranteed amount of edits from shooting outside of Friday scheduled private sessions
Personal transportation outside the planned retreat transportation
Beer and wine (but please feel free to bring your own!)
Guests must be 21+ to consume alcohol
*Keep scrolling for Detailed Daily Schedule, Travel Guide, and Featured Photographers!*
LOCATION
East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Step inside our 2,300 sq. ft. castle-inspired retreat, filled with handcrafted details, unique furnishings, and whimsical touches. The castle features four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a large kitchen, and cozy common areas, all filled with medieval-inspired decor and whimsical details.
The scenic grounds offer endless photo opportunities while inviting you to slow down, relax, or play. Take a dip in the hot tub, unwind in the sauna, gather around the fire pit, boat in the private pond, or enjoy activities like archery, mini golf, badminton, horseshoes, life-size chess, cornhole, and an outdoor movie theater.
For those ready to fully embrace the fantasy, the property also features a Battlefield Dragon Arena with LARP props, an outdoor Dragon Scavenger Hunt, play jousting, and even more immersive activities.
See the full list below…
AMENITIES
Indoor Amenities:
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Castle-inspired interiors and fantasy-themed spaces
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Spacious shared gathering areas
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Games like pool, air hockey, foosball, karaoke, and board games
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Fully equipped kitchen and dining spaces
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Cozy spaces for unwinding and relaxing
Outdoor Amenities:
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Scenic grounds and private pond with row boats
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Outdoor movie theater, fire pit, hot tub and cedar sauna
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Archery, jousting, Mini golf, cornhole, bag toss, and badminton
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Ladder toss, tug of war, horseshoes, giant connect four, and life-size chess
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Battlefield Dragon Arena with LARP foam shields and swords
All Bedrooms Include:
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Queen bed (shared)
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Air conditioning and TV
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Clothing storage and heating iron
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Extra pillows and blankets
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Room-darkening shades
Castle Sleeping Arrangements: Models in the castle will be sharing a queen bed. If you’d prefer your own sleeping setup, you’re welcome to bring an air mattress, sleeping pad, etc. If you’re attending with a friend, you can absolutely request to be paired together for sleeping arrangements.
EARLY ACCESS LIST
***There are LIMIT SPOTS for this retreat!***
Pricing will be released soon:
Join our early access list below to be notified on ticket release first and enjoy early bird prices!
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Below is a rough outline of the weekend schedule to give you an idea of what to expect. Activities, times, and the order of events may be subject to minor changes as we finalize details. We’ll share the finalized schedule with attendees closer to the retreat.
FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHERS
Each model will receive Private Photos Sessions with featured photographers, along with professionally edited images from each session. Before the event, models will be able to connect directly with their photographers to pre-plan looks, themes, locations, and creative concepts.
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Models may also add on additional sessions with one or more of the featured photographers.
Sarah Gates Photo
TRAVEL GUIDE
Located in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, the retreat offers a scenic escape while remaining accessible to creatives throughout the Northeast. By car, the property is approximately:
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NYC — 1.75 hours
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Westchester / Lower Hudson Valley — 1.75 hours
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Poughkeepsie — 1.75 hours
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Albany — 3 hours
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Central NJ — 1.5 hours
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Philadelphia — 2 hours
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Baltimore — 3 hours
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Washington, DC — 4 hours
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Wilmington / Delaware — 3 hours
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Dover, DE — 3 hours
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Hartford, CT — 3 hours
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Boston — 5 hours
Complimentary train station pickup Thursday evening and drop-off Sunday afternoon. Exact pickup/drop-off times and station details will be confirmed closer to the retreat date.
Thursday: Pickup TBA / around 6pm
Sunday: Drop-off TBA / around 12pm
ABOUT THE HOST
Melanie is a model, creative director, and the visionary behind Everlore Events. Her passion for fantasy, fairytales, and historical eras fuels her creative endeavors. Driven by her desire to unite the ever growing fantasy community, she created Everlore as a space where no one is too old to dress up, play pretend, and step into a world of imagination.
Through carefully crafted, fantasy-inspired photoshoots, Melanie empowers attendees to shape their own experiences while fostering creative partnerships that continue long after each event.
With a background in animal science and ecology, her affection for animals runs deep - and it’s a dream come true to incorporate them into many of Everlore’s signature shoots.
MELANIE ROSE
PHOTO CREDITS
Heading Banner: @williamstrutin @mgnorrisphotos @andrewjbacha
Maypole Banner: @scenesfromdaydreams
Wizard Banner @breawarren.photo
Featured Photographer Collage @mgnorrisphotos
Melanie Owl @anya_anti_art
TESTIMONIALS
"Any event hosted by Everlore is truly magical, and it is clear how much passion and hard work goes into every detail of the planning and coordination. From the wardrobe to the sets and props, you’re provided with everything you need to bring your creative vision to life. Not only did I leave with stunning photos, but I also made so many wonderful friends. It was an absolute joy to be surrounded by such talented and inspiring creators."