Presented in partnership with Nimbus Publishing, the weekend includes individual author’s insights on their writing, time to meet and interact with authors and like-minded bibliophiles, group dinner and a pop-up book market.

Love of Books Retreat Package includes:

• Two nights accommodation in a cozy resort room based on availability
• Upgrade to cottage or suite available
• Early Check-in from 2pm
• Welcome Gift
• Voucher for 25% discount on one Spa Treatment
• Two full, hot breakfasts (Saturday & Sunday mornings)
• One drink ticket to Friday night Meet & Greet Reception
• Lunch on Saturday
• Refreshment Break on Saturday
• 3-course Private Dinner with authors (Saturday night)
• Pop-up Book Market
• Plenty of time to interact and talk one-on-one with authors.

Love of Books Retreat Package Pricing:

• Starting from $436 plus tax and gratuities for 1 person in a resort room, based on availability
• Starting from $612 plus tax and gratuities for 2 people in a resort room, based on availability
• Upgrades to suites and cottages available.

Love of Books Retreat Package Agenda:

Friday, February 20, 2026

• 2pm: Early Check In
• Welcome gift in your room
• Come at 2pm and enjoy time to have a Spa Treatment or enjoy the surroundings
• Voucher for 25% discount on one Spa Treatment for Retreat participants
• Dinner on your own.
• Consider a 3- course Prime Rib Dinner or a Chef-inspired meal in Churchill’s Restaurant; our speciality is Scallops
• 7pm: Meet & Greet Reception with the authors, in the Grande Lounge.
• One drink ticket included.

Saturday, February 21, 2026

• Pop-up Book Market open in the Grande Lounge, presented by Nimbus Publishing
• 7am – 10am: Full, hot breakfast in Churchill’s Restaurant
• Included in the package pricing
• 10 – 11am: A morning with an author.
• The first of 4 writers will discuss her newest book and core concepts, as well as treasured favorites, with anecdotes and interactive discussion.
• 11:30am – 12:30pm: Group lunch
• Included in the package pricing
• 1 – 3pm: Two hours in conversation with 2 authors.
• 3:15 – 4pm: Refreshment Break
• 4 – 5pm: Final author’s personal thoughts on writing and conceptualizing a new work.
• 6:30pm: Pre-Dinner Drinks in the Garden Room
• On your own
• 7pm: Private Dinner with Authors and Retreat Participants in the Garden Room
• Included in the package price
• 8 – 9pm: Q & A with all authors

Sunday, February 22, 2026

• 7am – 10am: Full, hot breakfast in Churchill’s Restaurant
• Included in the package Price.
• Check-out.

Make the most of your stay with us! Resort Amenities and Activities are available to all guests while visiting The Pines. Churchill’s Restaurant prides itself on locally-sourced and Nova Scotia-inspired dining, including Prime Rib Fridays. Treat yourself to the luxury of The Spa at The Pines; walk the woodland nature trails on-site and enjoy unique views from the beach look-off. The Grand Lounge is the perfect spot to enjoy games and activities provided or sit back and enjoy a good book. Additional charges may apply.

Conditions:

• Available only February 20 – 22, 2026
• Standard 72-hour cancelation policy prior to the arrival date
• All rates are subject to HST
• Discount cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts, packages, or promotions
• Not applicable to groups, or contracted rates
• Limited availability.

More details here: https://www.digbypines.ca/love-of-books