Sunlight falls across wide wood floors and old stone, with mountain views beyond every window. Inside, a steady quiet holds space for work or rest; outside, trails run through woods and wildflowers.
What to Expect:
🌄 Panoramic gathering hall for group sessions or yoga
🌲 Outdoor trails and mountain overlooks for walks and reflection
🍲 Communal kitchen, shared vegetarian meals, and a love-filled garden
📚 Well-stocked library, meditation nooks, and sun-drenched lounges
🎹 Occasional piano or music for groups; fireside conversation spots
Important Information:
✔ Advance retreat booking required—no drop-ins
✔ 18+ except for specific family or youth events
✔ Shoes off in meeting rooms; bring slippers if preferred
✔ Wheelchair-accessible paths, restrooms, and most indoor spaces
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
🥾 Pack boots: Trails start steps from the porch—early morning is quietest for deer sightings and long views.
☕ Early arrival: Arrive 20–30 minutes before your first session to find your rhythm and settle in with coffee or tea by the windows.
🌱 Garden break: The herb and flower garden is a grounding midday retreat, good for silent walks or journaling.
🧘 Quiet corners: Ask about smaller meditation nooks for solo time—they fill up quickly after meals.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise Lifebridge Sanctuary for its restorative quiet, mountain setting, and a design that supports both solitude and meaningful group work. Reviewers highlight attentive staff, nourishing food, and spotlessly kept grounds, with much mention of sunlight, easy-going communal meals, and inviting indoor-outdoor spaces. Many find the energy welcoming for deep reflection or creative retreat. Accessibility and comfort come up positively; there’s little negative feedback, with group size flexibility called out as a plus.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
Best TimeS TO visit
Late morning on weekdays offers stillness, sunlight, and easy access to trails. Afternoons fill with group sessions and garden walks. Book full retreat days for the full experience.
Accessibility
Step-free entrance, accessible parking, wheelchair-accessible restrooms and main meeting spaces. Gender-neutral restrooms and most gathering areas accessible via ramps or even grade.
