
IrieTreat: Nurture The Source™
IrieTreat: Nurture the Source™
April 23-26, 2026 | New Denver Lodge, British Columbia
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Slocan Lake and the Valhalla Mountains at New Denver Lodge, an oasis of tranquility on unceded autonomous Sinixt Lands.
IrieTreat: Nurture The Source™
Discover IrieTreat: Nurture the Source™
Now in its third year, IrieTreat (eye-ree treat) is a uniquely curated wellness retreat designed to awaken your senses, deepen self-awareness, and cultivate joy amidst big global shifts. With the current swirls of uncertainty in the collective, it's an auspicious time to recalibrate with healing practices to cultivate resiliency from a multidimensional perspective.
Irie (eye-ree) is a Caribbean word describing inner peace, no matter what is happening around us. We need to ride the waves with courage + love, made easier with thriving tactics + supportive practices.
Hosted by Irene Rutherford, this four-day, three-night experience blends healing modalities, nourishing cuisine, and deep rest in an idyllic setting.
Open to all genders, 18+ years old.
"Thank you, 🙏 for showing me how to see the magic and connectedness in our universe (and beyond). I knew it - but I had forgotten... You are a goddess!" - 2024 IrieTreater
Retreat Highlights
- Kootenay luxury accommodations at New Denver Lodge, offering stunning views, an indoor pool, infrared sauna, outdoor hot tub, fireplaces, billiards, +plenty of space for everyone
- Daily rising sessions featuring protection protocols, presence exercises, aromatherapy, + visualizations to self-heal: tools to take home with you
- Daily Yoga practice, a new addition this year
- Optional afternoon wellness treatments, including massage, craniosacral therapy + acupuncture
- Gourmet Japanese-Brazilian Fusion and Sri Lankan cuisine, freshly prepared by expert chefs
- Time to relax, explore, + reconnect—with nature, yourself, + a like-minded community
Meet Your Practitioners
A team of gifted facilitators will guide you through this transformative journey:
Irene (Irie) Rutherford | Healing Arts Practitioner: Massage , CranioSacral Therapy, Clinical Aromatherapy, Intuitive Guide, Storyteller
Your retreat founder and host, Irie creates and holds a nurturing space for self-discovery, offering insights and tools to support deep personal care. A guide for transmutation, she is a constant presence during IrieTreat, facilitating rest, growth, connection + honouring the unseen. A curated experience is Irie's specialty. Usually booked well in advance for massage + craniosacral therapy with limited new client intake, coming to our retreat is a sneaky way to get on her client list. ;)
Julie (Jewels) Moraes | Acupuncturist, Herbalist & Yoga Instructor @pivotpointacupuncture
A long time friend of Irie's, Jewels is a seasoned yoga instructor with a holistic background in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Herbology, + integrative movement. She brings a deep understanding of the body's natural healing processes + a holistic approach to all of her classes. Her 25 year journey practicing yoga has brought her much joy, connection + travel as she studied with teachers in Brazil, Mexico, Sweden + Costa Rica. Through mindful movement and breathwork, Jewels empowers people to regulate their nervous system + cultivate body awareness and resilience, both on + off the mat. She is very honoured to be teaching yoga + offering acupuncture at IrieTreat this year, and Irie is thrilled to have her + her husband join us. Eric will be nourishing our bodies while Jewels expands us with her magical manifestation approach to living.
Raye Anderson | Bodyworker
Raye's approach to healthcare is holistic. This means seeing the interconnectedness of the body, especially through the nervous and fascial systems, + using that framework to identify the roots of pain + dysfunction. This interconnectedness weaves through the many layers of the body, involving not just the physical body, but also the emotional, mental, energetic, wisdom, + spirit bodies. This perspective is based largely off of Traditional Indian Medicine (Ayurveda) as well as North American Indigenous Medicine, from which fascial work is founded, as a branch of the great big tree of Osteopathy. You can expect a treatment that is both logical + intuitive, drawing from the best of both Western + Eastern practices. Founder of Sentient Bodywork, Raye is 100% Irie Approved.
Optional massage sessions with Raye, Jewels or Irene are available in the afternoons at an additional cost of $135/hour session. Book with registration.
This is an exclusive opportunity to connect with these inspiring folks, learning firsthand how they stay nurtured, centered, + thriving.
Your Venue: New Denver Lodge
Rooms feature luxury bedding, WIFI, smart TVs + private bathrooms. King, Queen, Double and twin rooms are well appointed. Guests enjoy comfort and style, an indoor swimming pool with floor to ceiling windows and indulgent views. The lodge's expansive outdoor deck boasts a large hot tub, a fire table and multiple areas for relaxing and soaking in the spectacular lakeview setting. Originally built by a Doctor for his family, this lodge was built for healthy living!
Your Retreat Experience
"I have never felt so hydrated. The hydration station really got me drinking more liquids and I hope to continue at home.“ - 2024 IrieTreater
Providing simple yet profound tools + new habits for healthier living is a key component to your curated experience.
Mornings
Awaken to the beauty of nature, enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, and sip cacao, tea, or coffee while taking in the panoramic views.
Engage in yoga + curated rising sessions, designed to elevate your energy + expand self-awareness. Participation is encouraged but always optional—this is your time to do what best serves you.
On Friday morning there will be a paddle outing on Slocan Lake for those interested, bring your own boat/SUP.
Afternoons
- Massage with Raye
- Massage + CranioSacral Therapy with Irene
- Acupuncture + Cupping with Jewels
Evenings
- Stargazing from the hot tub or fire circle
- Sauna and late-night swims
- Storytelling with Irene around the fire
- A Saturday night dance party (mythical costumes encouraged!)
Chef Eric Moreas
New to IrieTreat, Eric is a welcome male presence. With over 20 years experience as a sushi chef, Brazilian-born Eric has honed his craft in high-end restaurants and private catering, specializing in fresh and flavourful Japanese cuisine. Having grown up in a family of chefs and restaurant owners, Eric developed a deep reverence for food from an early age, which led him to a career focused on sushi blended with the comforting flavours of Brazil. Every dish he creates is a masterpiece of creative expression and culinary experience. For IrieTreat, Eric will be combining his expertise in both cuisines to create nourishing meals that celebrate his culture and passion for food, using fresh ingredients + mindful preparation.
Chef Kumi Smith
It wouldn't be IrieTreat without Kumi! Her food is truly a gift to our body and spirits. Her radiant energy exudes into her delicious cuisine. Every mouthful a pleasure, she will be preparing our Saturday night feast with the spices + soul of Sri Lanka, rich in culture + beauty. Colourful, fragrant, delectable!
"The food was amazing!" 2023 IrieTreat'er
Vegetarian + Vegan options available
Food allergies accommodated
Secure Your Place in Paradise
This exclusive retreat is limited in capacity to ensure a personal and deeply restorative experience.
Pricing (per person, excluding GST)
All packages include luxury accommodations, daily rising sessions, yoga, all meals, and non-alcoholic beverages. Bring your own libations.
Room Type | Per Person Package (Double Occupancy) | Per Person Package (Single Occupancy) |
Decadence (One King Bed, Private Bath) | $1,112 | $1,923 |
Divinity (One Queen Bed, Private Bath) |
$999 | $1,698 |
Relaxation (One Double Bed, Private Bath)
|
$950 | $1,600 |
SOLD OUT: Cozy Comfort (One Double Bed, Private Bath) |
$900 | $1,500 |
SOLD OUT: Happy Twin (Two Twin Beds with Private Bath) |
$900 | $1,500 |
Reserve Your Spot
A $99 non refundable deposit reserves your room will f choice.
Phone (250) 427-8007 or inquire today to secure your sanctuary in the mountains.
Come Nurture the Source—yourself.