Racks & Relax: The Fall Retreat
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Racks & Relax
A Women’s Fall Escape · The Hudson Valley
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Explore the Day Guest ExperienceThe Escape
Two hours north of Manhattan, Inness sits on 220 hillside acres — farmhouse rooms, clay courts, a spa, and a kitchen that grows what it serves. In the third week of October, the whole valley turns gold. That’s when we arrive — to slow down, to play mahjong by the fire, and to take the court or the mat only when it calls. All you book is your travel and your room. We handle the rest.
Fabulous women, one valley, and not a single decision to make after you arrive.
Is this you?
This weekend is for you if…
You love playing mahjongand want some good tips along the way — but not a tournament weekend.
You like to start the day with movementand are just as happy spending the afternoon shopping or at the spa.
You want a weekend with womenwho are fun at dinner.
The setting, on the record
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A Sample Itinerary
Sunday Midday to Tuesday Afternoon
Subject to change — always in your favor.
Arrival & the Golden Hour
Sun · Oct 18Midday
Arrivals, bag drop & welcome
Land, settle in, find the view.
Afternoon
The guided hike
The valley at golden hour, guided and unhurried.
Evening
Welcome dinner
Our table, privately set. The retreat begins.
Late Evening
Tiles & nightcaps
Mahjong by the fire, with light strategy guidance available.
Rally, Rest, Cook
Mon · Oct 19Morning
Breakfast, then choose your morning
Court time with the Inness pros. All levels welcome.
A grounding flow, valley views included.
Afternoon
An afternoon that’s yours
Book a spa treatment, explore the area, or settle in for mahjong and conversation — entirely up to you.
Early Evening
The farm-to-table cooking class
We cook with the Inness kitchen, then eat what we made. The fire pit — and the tiles — follow.
One More Morning
Tue · Oct 20Morning
Tennis or yoga, round two
Take the other path, or repeat the favorite.
Late Morning
Farewell brunch
One long table, the last hands of the weekend. Worth the later train.
Midafternoon
Departures
Head home — or don’t. See below.
The Encore Night
Not ready to leave? Stay Tuesday night on your own at our group rate. No schedule — just you and the valley. Arrange it when you book your room.
The Details
What Your Experience Fee Covers
Included for $1,650
All breakfasts and dinners, the farm-to-table cooking class, court time and yoga/pilates, mahjong play, a welcome bag valued at over $800 and full hosting from arrival to farewell.
Booked Separately
Your room at Inness (at our group rate), travel, additional spa treatments, and the optional encore night.
Reserve
Take 3 days for yourself
One Double and one King room remaining$1,650 experience fee
Per person · your room at Inness is booked separately at our group rate
Your room type is guaranteed when you register. Select your preferred room option when reserving your retreat experience. Sharing a room with a friend? You each reserve a spot below — one room, two experience fees.
We’ll send your INNESS booking link within 24 hours so you can complete your separate hotel reservation. Accommodation charges are not included in the experience fee.
Registration is final and non-refundable but transferable with advance notice.
Your Room
Staying at Inness
Rooms are booked directly with Inness at our group rate below — you pick the room, the view, and the bill. One Double room and one King room remain.
Per room, per night, before tax. Your selected room type is guaranteed when you register.
The math, done for you:
Total with your experience fee is about $2,600 per person sharing, or about $3,550 solo.
Good Questions
What is the Mahjong experience?
Mahjong will be a meaningful part of the retreat. Experienced Mahjong teachers from our host organizations and Hudson Valley Mahjong will be available for guided play and instruction tailored to the group’s different experience levels. We’ll provide the tables, tiles, and everything needed to play, with Mahjong available throughout the retreat beyond the scheduled sessions. The experience is intimate and relaxed—not formal tournament play or intensive instruction. Basic play knowledge is required.
What is the tennis experience like?
Tennis will include an instructional clinic with the INNESS pros, along with court time for open play. All levels are welcome, and guests may choose yoga or pilates instead.
This is not an intensive tennis-training retreat; guests seeking a tennis-first experience may prefer our January Reef Retreat at Ocean Reef, which is meant for more intensive tennis.
Do I need a roommate?
No — for those who like their space or traveling solo, you can enjoy a King room on your own. Coming with a friend? Two of you are welcome to share a King; you each reserve your own spot and book one room between you.
When do I book my room?
Your room type is guaranteed when you register. Select your preferred room option when reserving your retreat experience. We’ll send your INNESS booking link within 24 hours so you can complete your separate hotel reservation. Accommodation charges are not included in the experience fee.
What about the encore night?
Same rate — just add Tuesday night when you book your room.
Getting There
An Easy Arrival
Fly into Stewart International and INNESS is about 45 minutes away. From Albany its 1.5 hours, or from New York City it is 2 hours by car—a scenic drive into the heart of the Hudson Valley.
Questions? info@racksandraquets.com
With Thanks
Our Gifting Partners
The welcome bag waiting in your room is filled by these generous brands.
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