LBF’s Annual Winter Escape

February 14th - 17th, 2025

Picture this: a cozy mountain getaway with good vibes, amazing people, and a breathtaking backdrop of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. This isn’t just another weekend escape—it’s a chance to unwind, connect, and create unforgettable memories. From soaking in the hot tub under starry skies to sharing laughs over delicious meals and group games, every detail of this retreat is crafted for comfort, fun, and rejuvenation.

Whether you’re a fan of snowy adventures, laid-back afternoons by the fire, or getting to know like-minded travelers, this 3-night, 4-day experience has it all. Indulge in moments of self-care, spark meaningful connections, and embrace the magic of Massanutten. Come ready for great food, new friends, and all the cozy winter vibes your heart desires.

The Accommodations

Welcome to your mountain sanctuary, where modern luxury meets rustic charm. This stunning 8-bedroom cabin has been designed with your comfort and fun in mind. With plenty of space for both group gatherings and quiet relaxation, you’ll feel right at home the moment you walk through the door. Think plush beds, log cabin decor, and thoughtful amenities that elevate your stay—like a game room loaded with entertainment options, a bubbling outdoor hot tub perfect for chilly nights, and panoramic views of the Shenandoah Valley that will take your breath away.

  • Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee on the spacious deck, unwinding in the cozy great room by the fireplace, or roasting marshmallows around the firepit, this cabin is the perfect setting for connection and relaxation. It’s more than just a place to stay—it’s where memories are made, friendships grow, and every corner invites you to kick back, recharge, and enjoy the moment.

Day One

🗻 WELCOME TO THE MOUNTAINS

Arrive at the cabin any time after 5 PM and step into a warm and inviting space that will be your home for the next few days. Kick things off with a welcome reception featuring cider and light bites.

Settle into your room, take a tour of the beautiful property, and start mingling with fellow guests as you prepare for a weekend of fun and connection.

  • A late dinner will be served—a delicious spread to celebrate Valentine’s Day, complete with chocolate-covered strawberries.

    Afterward, dive into a night of icebreaker games, board games, and laughter in the game room. This is your chance to unwind, get to know everyone, and let the good vibes begin!

Day Two

🏂SNOW, SELF-CARE & FOOD FOR THE SOUL

Start your day with a hearty breakfast featuring pastries, scrambled eggs, turkey bacon, and more.

Feeling adventurous? Join the optional snow tubing trip to Massanutten Resort for an exhilarating ride down the slopes. If you prefer a slower pace, stay back at the cabin for a cozy movie morning or some quiet time by the fire.

  • After lunch, gather for the “Pause & Recharge” self-care and empowerment circle—a relaxing mix of guided meditation and meaningful conversation.

    Reflect on your personal wins, share self-care tips, and set positive intentions in a supportive group setting.

    The day wraps up with a mouthwatering dinner, followed by a lively game night featuring trivia, charades, and classic board games.

Day Three

🎉CREATE, CONNECT & CELEBRATE

Fuel up at the breakfast bar, complete with pancakes, waffles, and omelets made to order.

The morning kicks off with an arts and crafts workshop where you’ll create your own vision board. Let your creativity flow as you reflect on goals and dreams for the year ahead. It’s a fun, hands-on way to start the day with intention and inspiration.

  • The afternoon is yours to explore. Take a guided nature walk, relax in the hot tub, or challenge someone to a friendly game of foosball in the game room.

    As the sun sets, we’ll come together for a BBQ-inspired farewell dinner ending with s’mores around the fire.

    The evening ends with a karaoke and dance party—a final celebration to cap off an incredible weekend.

Day Four

👋🏽 A BITTERSWEET FAREWELL

Enjoy a light continental breakfast as you pack up and prepare for departure. Spend your last morning soaking up the cabin’s cozy vibes or snapping a few final photos with new friends. Before heading out, gather for heartfelt goodbyes and exchange contact information to keep in touch.

By 11 AM, it’s time to hit the road with your heart full of memories and your soul refreshed. This isn’t just the end of a trip—it’s the start of friendships and connections that will last well beyond your time in the mountains. Safe travels home!

What’s Included✨

  • 4 Days/3 Nights at Lodge-Style House in Shenandoah Valley

  • Daily Breakfast, Lunches, Sit-Down Dinners, and Snacks

  • Welcome Reception

  • Daily Activities (i.e., vision boarding, meditation, game night, karaoke, dance party, etc.)

  • Lesbifriends Swag Bag

  • On-ground team to ensure you have an amazing time!

What’s Not Included

  • Domestic Transportation

    Your transportation to and from is not included - but we can help you figure both out

  • Travel Insurance

    Mandatory travel insurance is not included, however Basic coverage can be added on to your trip package or we can provide you with a quote for a different policy. Just add either when checking out.

  • Personal extras

    Additional activities not included in the itinerary

Pricing

Payment Plans Available - All Listed Prices Are Per Person

Please review the booking terms and conditions and frequently asked questions section before booking a package.

Get 10% off your entire trip if you pay in full at the time of the initial booking. Use discount code FULL during check out to save on your trip package. Please note that discount codes don’t apply to add-on options, and you can only use one code per booking.

*Single Occupancy: Make a Master Bedroom your own for an additional $500

4+ Occupancy

Bunk Room

$650+

Deposit: $100

Twin, Full, or Queen bunk bed with up to 6 people in shared room.

Single or Double Occupancy

Master Bedroom

$800+

Deposit: $100

Shared King bed with 1 or 2 people in room.

Disclaimer

THIS TRIP ISN'T FOR EVERYONE

  IT IS FOR YOU IF: 

  • You are open-minded

  • You enjoy being in nature, eating delicious food prepared by an in-house chef, a mix of physical activity and moments of stillness and quiet, and doing things that are off-the-beaten-path ideas

  • You love to have a great time, want to meet and interact with queer people of color, and accept and respect the different personalities you will encounter

 THIS TRIP IS NOT FOR YOU IF:  

  • You have a tendency to be negative or dramatic or are just plain depressing to be around

  • You're not into trying new things or stepping outside of your comfort zone

  • You don’t like the outdoors; the some of our activities on this trip require being outside in nature

  • You have very specific and particular travel preferences and tend to criticize everything around you

  • You can’t easily walk up stairs; if you find walking tough, then this trip isn’t suited to you

Important Information

Transportation

Check-in starts at 5pm on Friday, Feb. 14th.  We recommend you arrive as close to that time as possible on Friday, so that you have time to get settled in, relax a bit, and will be around for our first activities of the weekend which begin at 5pm.

Activity Level: Choose Your Pace

This is a trip that is the traveler’s pick. It allows the traveler to pick the activity level that they would like to do for that day.  As you can see above, there will be many activities to choose from. You can chill all day if you wish or stay engaged with all of the experiences we offer.

Activities

  • Icebreakers

  • Game Night (Trivia, Charades, Card Games, etc.)

  • Arts & Crafts: Vision Boarding

  • Guided Meditation

  • Empowerment + Gratitude Circles (Group Discussions)

  • Karaoke + Dance Party

  • Guided Nature Walk

  • Hot Tub Fun

  • Optional: Snow Tubing*

*Additional cost

Travel Insurance

Missing a vacation is bad enough. Losing the money you paid for your vacation is even worse. Lesbifriends Travel requires you to have travel insurance for any trip you take with us. Your premium is related to your trip cost, so you don’t have to worry about being over-insured. We want to make your travel experience seamless, so sign up and we will get a travel insurance policy for you or we can provide you with a no obligation quote. If you opt not to go with our preferred travel insurance provider, you are required to get your own and proof of insurance may be requested before the trip.

Payments and Payment Plans

All payments to Lesbifriends Travel are non-refundable and non-transferable. This is because Lesbifriends Travel has contractual agreements with hotels, airlines, and other vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds. This way we can keep our package prices low and allow you to make monthly payments on your vacation.

When you sign up for a trip, you are automatically signed up for monthly payments and your confirmation email will clearly note your due dates and amount. We suggest you put this payment plan on your personal calendar.

A $75 late fee will be applied to all payments made after the 3-day grace period. Your trip is subject to cancellation without a refund after two missed payments.

  • If you are traveling alone and do not want to spend the extra money for a single occupancy room, we are happy to match you with a like-minded traveler to be your roommate on this trip. We understand that the extra money spent in getting your own room takes away from the money available for you to splurge while on vacation.

    For that reason, we extend each traveler the option of having us pair you with a suitable roommate for no additional cost. Roommates are paired based on room selection and a potential roommate questionnaire if there are several solo travelers. Before the trip, you will be introduced to your roommate, with plenty of time for you to get to know each other before we reach our destination.

  • Do you know someone who is interested in joining our trip but has not been to a Lesbifriend event or trip? Here is your chance to save a little money while bringing them on a trip of a lifetime!

    For every traveler that you refer to our trip, you will receive up to a $150 ($25 cash, $50 current trip credit, or $75 future domestic trip credit, or $150 future international trip credit) referral bonus once that person pays in full. There is no limit to the number of people you can refer; the only condition is that anyone you refer has not already signed up with Lesbifriends.

    Be sure to tell your friend to enter your name on the registration form under “Who Referred You.”