Grail Springs

If you need to get away, relax, reset or rejuvenate Gail Springs in Bancroft is the place to go. Its spectacular setting of vast woods, walking trails and pristine swimming lake is relaxing upon arrival. Everything about the place, from the rooms, to meals, yoga classes and evening talks has been thoughtfully conceived and beautifully rendered by the owner for overall relaxation and wellness (I missed meeting her but a friend I made there had a nice talk with her, she’s actually around!). When checking-in (4 to 8 p.m.) the front desk staff is welcoming. They will help you to your room and give you a tour of the many things Grail Springs offers. The holistic practitioners at Grail Springs are some of the best anywhere. They are always helpful, informative and insightful. There is a fantastic space called the ‘great hall’ that offers an airy sanctuary for evening talks on topics like yin yoga, balancing the chakras, a sound journey, and many more. If the fire ceremony is offered it’s also well worth attending. The great hall is a quiet spot to curl up with a book or just hang out anytime. The dining hall (or eat outside on the deck) prepares three nutritious, filling meals and a snack daily, served by hardworking, friendly staff. Their plant based menu is always interesting and the delicious food sets the wellness plan in motion for all the other activities. Morning yoga classes held inside, or outside on a large deck offer a daily foundation of self care. After yoga — between meals and beyond evening discussions fill your time by exploring the grounds or lake, taking a sauna or hot tub, or doing treatments in your room with tools provided like red light therapy, a vibrating bed meditation or sonic atmospheric relaxation. If you wish to add more, there is a spa menu of luxurious and rejuvenating treatments (Thai massage with Sandi is a must), a boutique stocked with pampering products and a selection of special focus workshops. I’m forgetting things because the offerings are so abundant but that’s the basics. Everyone will make the experience their own and take from it what they want. I haven’t attended other retreats so I have no comparison but I think Grail Springs is the #1 place to go for wellbeing, relaxation and self-care. You might need to save up awhile to get there but once you do it will be rewarding, memorable and on your list for a return visit. One hundred stars for Grail Springs!

Namaste ! I just came back from a 3 night solo trip to the Grail. As I sit in my office now reflecting on all the memories I have I want to express my gratitude for everyone who made me feel like part of a family. I want to thank everyone from the front staff Amanda and Adelka went above and beyond to make me feel at home. Thank you to your energy workers aka healers Laura, Carol, Tonya, Jason and the chakra balancer I apologize I did not catch her name but you all left an indelible footprint in my soul. I also had a very powerful thai yoga massage with Sandy. Sandy is very talented and intuitive something I would highly suggest you do if you have the chance. From hiking the trails to canoeing on the non motorized lake to the incredible food you serve made with love I will not forget the grail. I feel truly at home here in fact so much so I booked 2 more visits in the next 2 months. The people who work here for the most part I would say over 90% actually love what they do for work and want to be here which is rare in todays world. Getting off the hamster wheel in life for a few days and letting go of Samsara opening up my crown chakra has really allowed me to come into my authentic power. I am grateful for the facilitators who have helped guide me and providing a sanctuary for me to practice this mindfulness. I want to thank the owner who I have not met yet as they were away this weekend for creating a space full of love and white light. Namaste! and you see you soon !

I stayed in April with my sister. We were greeted to our room which was cute and cozy. When I went to use the shower in the room it made a really loud noise pipes rattling no water pressure. We were switched rooms two days later it was beautiful. This spa is not meant for anyone who has mobility issues. There are stairs up to rooms stairs to treatment area. The hotubs outside are nice if you could actually get in and out of them, no stairs I did go in but what a struggle. I ended up with bruises all over my legs. If you wanted to use the sauna you have to get it ready yourself. No one to help, I will say this the food was delicious the staff are very friendly however way way over priced

We had the most magical evening dining outside. This place is a healing oasis. Amanda was so welcoming. The facilities are gorgeous. The staff so friendly. We had the most magical evening dining outside. This place is a healing oasis. Amanda was so welcoming. The facilities are gorgeous. The staff so friendly.

Honestly, this is such a special place. I just returned from my third visit to the Grail. I feel so relaxed and nourished and healthy - I hardly recognize myself. I went expecting it to be amazing and it far surpassed that. I literally did cry when I had to check out and leave. I’m already looking forward to returning.