Mornings break quiet over wide fields, woods soft underfoot, light bending through the glass dome. Shared meals echo in the big kitchen, corners lit for reading, and the forest calls just beyond the windows.
What to Expect:
🌲 Wide-open fields, trails, and a private forest for wandering and group sessions
🔥 Glass-walled sauna, cedar hot tubs, and cold plunge overlooking the meadow
🧘 State-of-the-art geodesic dome for yoga, meditation, sound baths, and workshops
🛏 Thoughtful sleeping quarters—plush beds, artful touches, and mountain night air
🍽 Communal kitchen and covered outdoor dining for slow, shared meals
Important Information:
✔ Advance group reservations required; not open for casual day use or individual bookings
✔ Must be 16+ unless by retreat exception; inquire for all-ages programming
✔ Most retreat stays include multi-day meal plans; outside food policies vary by group
✔ Wheelchair accessible entry to main gathering spaces; inquire for full bedroom specifics
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🕰️ Early Arrival: Arrive 30 minutes before group check-in to get oriented and take a solo walk in the fields before your opening gathering.
🔥 Sauna Etiquette: The panoramic sauna is clothing-optional during private group hours, but swimsuits are common—bring your own towel and flip-flops.
🌄 Sunrise Spots: The field above the dome catches first light—grab a mat for sunrise meditation when fog lifts over the trees.
🍃 Quiet Corners: For mid-retreat downtime, check out the tree-line hammock grove or the stone bench under the old pine for real solitude.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests describe AKERA as thoughtfully designed, cared for down to the smallest detail, and stewarded by a responsive team. The land and sauna draw praise for fostering rest, while the dome sanctuary is set apart for ceremonies and gatherings. Cleanliness, atmosphere, and comfort get strong marks, and retreats run smoothly for groups ranging from 20 to 70. All reviews note a warm sense of welcome and deep peace. No recurring complaints noted.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
