Frequently asked questions about our retreats:
Getting to Limina
Do you help with ground transportation?
Yes, one of our staff members may be available to help with ground transportation from local airports or bus stations. There is no local train station. Please email us for more information.
I drive an electric vehicle. Can I charge while at Limina?
Yes, we have an EV charging station that is available for guests to use for a modest charge.
What time can I check-in? and what time is check-out?
You may arrive any time after 3 pm. Yummy snacks will be waiting and your first meal will be dinner. Our tour usually begin at 5:30 pm, which is the official start of the retreat. The last meal will be lunch on the day your retreat ends. Check-out is at 1 pm.
Food and beverages
Can you accommodate my food allergy and eating style?
Yes, we can accommodate most eating styles (ranging from omnivore to vegan) and dietary allergies. Our chef is extremely creative and we seek to make all guests feel welcomed and loved through our meals. We regularly cook gluten-free and dairy-free meals, and work with many other allergies, in ways that are delicious and nourishing. PLEASE NOTE, if you have a severe food allergy, please email us for more information.
Is there a refrigerator in my room?
No, we do not have individual refrigerators in the rooms. There is a small refrigerator in the beverage nook where you can keep medications or other items that need to be refrigerated.
What kind of coffee do you serve?
All of the coffee we serve is locally roasted at Downshift Coffee in Belfast, Maine. Currently we are serving beans grown in the Chiapas region of Mexico by a women’s coffee collaborative. The beans are certified fair trade and organic.
Do you serve alcohol?
No, we do not have a liquor license and Limina is a substance free facility. If you must smoke during your stay, please do so in your car.
Can I bring special snacks that I like?
You are welcome to bring any snacks that will help you feel at ease while at Limina. We will provide delicious baked goods, fruit, and other healthy snacks all throughout your stay.
What do I need to bring?
Do I need to bring sheets? towels? a bathrobe?
No, linens, towels, and bathrobes are provided for your stay at Limina.
Do you have soap, shampoo / conditioner, hair dryers? What about a white noise machine?
Yes, all bathrooms have body wash, shampoo / conditioner, and hair dryers. All guest rooms have white noise machines.
Do I need cash to tip the staff? How much should I tip?
Thank you for asking! Our kitchen and housekeeping staff bring hearts of joy, love, and welcome to all they do. They work very hard to be sure that all of your needs are met while you are at Limina. We suggest each guest tips based on our meals cost, as if in a restaurant. Currently, our meals cost is $80 per person per day. Adding something additional for our housekeeping staff would be much appreciated. They gratefully accept cash and Venmo. If needed, we can also charge your tip to your credit card used during the reservation process.
Do I need to bring a bathing suit for the sauna?
Yes … or clothes you don’t mind sweating in. We require clothing in all public spaces at Limina.
Do I need to bring slippers?
Yes, we are grateful for your help in keeping the mud, sand, salt, and slush outside! If slippers are not comfortable, please bring some kind of indoor shoe to wear.
Activities
How can I book a healing arts services?
Please contact our healing arts practitioners directly to book and pay for services. The practitioners have access to our calendar to reserve treatment rooms. You will receive a schedule from your retreat leaders so you know when you will have free time.
Where can I walk or hike while at Limina?
At Limina, we offer walking trails that wind through forests, by streams, and along the ocean. Limina’s trails offer a variety of experiences of our coastal Maine landscape. There are many local hikes that we can share with you, including the rail trail in Belfast.
Can I kayak, swim, and cold plunge while at Limina?
All swimming is at the risks of guests and there are no lifeguards on duty at any time. If you would like to kayak, please reach out to our partners to guide your experience on the water.
Do you have wifi?
Yes, we have wifi. And we strongly encourage you to consider what part technology will play during your retreat.
Reservation Questions
What is your Cancellation Policy?
If you cancel your registration 0-6 days prior to the retreat’s start: No refund unless extenuating circumstances
If you cancel your registration 7-14 days prior to the retreat’s start: $200.00 fee
If you cancel your registration 15 or more days prior to the retreat’s start: $25.00 fee