Casa Portal is located in Jackson, Maine—nestled in rolling meadows, private woodlands, and a working sheep farm.
- Bangor International Airport (BGR) – 40 minutes from Casa Portal
- Portland International Jetport (PWM) – 2 hours
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) – 3 hours
- From Bangor: Reserve a cab in advance (Brad's Taxi – 207-941-9695).
- From Portland: Arrange with Midcoast Limo Service – 800-937-2424 to Belfast, then Bay Taxi – 207-338-1993 to Casa Portal.
- From Boston: Drive or take a bus to Bangor/Belfast.
- Driving: On-site parking. Distances—20 min to Belfast, 1 hr to Acadia NP, 2 hrs to Portland, 3 hrs to Boston.
Regular service via Concord Coach Lines to Belfast or Bangor. Arrange car service from there to Casa Portal.

Yes! We occasionally invite guest teachers to lead workshops that align with our mission—slow living, creative exploration, and nature connection. Submit your interest to hello@casaportalretreats.com.

We rent the Guesthouse as an all-inclusive private rental. Cabins and the Barn Bunkhouse are optional add-ons. You choose the room layouts that work for your group. See our Accommodations Guide for details.
- No pets, firearms, illicit drugs, smoking, vaping, or alcohol on the premises
- All guests must stay on property—no outside visitors without approval
- Morning social silence until after the first session
- Tech-Free Zones in designated areas to support a mindful, unplugged environment
- Avoid scented products (perfume, cologne, essential oils)
- Melissa, Pete, and their certified service dog Shari live on-site during your stay
Guests must take precautions prior to arrival. We may ask guests to leave if illness poses a risk to others

Our Signature Stay Weekends are curated, all-inclusive escapes designed around the sweetness of doing nothing—on purpose. They include cozy accommodations, farm-to-table meals, guided quiet mornings, access to the property, and optional intimate workshops. It’s a chance to step out of daily life and into the rhythm of nature.

Social silence is a dedicated quiet period each morning—through the first session—where guests refrain from speaking. It creates a shared calm, deepens reflection, and helps you truly arrive in the present moment.

Casa Portal offers a variety of spaces for your group’s activities:
- Barn Workshop – Rustic charm, ideal for creative and group sessions
- House Studio – Cozy indoor space for yoga, meditation, and small workshops
- Screened-In Porch – Perfect for outdoor-feel gatherings without the bugs
- Outdoor Areas – Lawns, meadows, forest clearings, and the pond area

- Cozy accommodations in the Guesthouse, cabins, or bunkhouse
- Farm-to-table meals
- Morning social silence
- Yoga equipment for groups (mats, eye pillows, straps, blankets, cushions)
- Access to walking trails, gardens, swimming pond
- Interaction with our Navajo-Churro sheep
- All linens, towels, and natural toiletries provided
- Guesthouse: 7 bedrooms (5 double-capable, 2 singles), shared living spaces, porches, 4 private bathrooms
- Private Cabins: 4 single-occupancy cabins, private outhouse, showers in guesthouse
- Barn Bunkhouse: 6 twin beds, shared camp-style space
4 private, all-gender bathrooms with showers, shared by all guests.
Full access to kitchen, dining spaces, porches, living areas, and all property amenities.
Workshop barn, gardens & orchards, firepits, forest trails, hidden meadows, swimming pond, outdoor gathering areas.

Cell service is available. Starlink internet in the guesthouse only (cabins are Wi-Fi free).
Shari, our certified service dog, lives on the property. Our Navajo-Churro and Finn sheep roam the pastures. Birdsong starts early—over 20 species live here.
Swimming pond (no lifeguard), well-marked forest trails, CPR/Wilderness First Aid–certified staff, emergency response 20 minutes away.
1 night included with your package. Additional nights available for a fee.
- Full refund if cancelled 60+ days before check-in (deposit non-refundable)
- 50% refund if cancelled 15–59 days before
- No refund within 14 days of check-in
- Hosts must have liability insurance. Maine lodging and food tax applies.
hello@casaportalretreats.com