Located on Block Island, Rhode Island, The Law of Wellness retreat offers the kind of setting that naturally invites rest, reflection, and restoration.
Accessible by ferry, Block Island feels both tucked away and within reach. The journey itself creates a sense of arrival, giving guests space to step out of their everyday pace and into a slower, more intentional rhythm.
With coastal views, fresh ocean air, quiet roads, natural beauty, and the charm of island life, Block Island offers the perfect backdrop for a wellness experience rooted in nourishment, movement, education, and connection.
Here, the setting becomes part of the retreat. From scenic walks and meaningful conversations to nourishing meals and spacious moments of rest, every part of the island supports the invitation to reset, reconnect, and return renewed.
Your retreat stay takes place at Avonlea Inn, part of Block Island Inns, a collection of charming coastal accommodations located on Block Island, Rhode Island.
Set along Crescent Beach and just a short walk from the ferry, town, shops, and local dining, Avonlea offers the perfect home base for a restorative wellness weekend. Guests can enjoy ocean views, fresh coastal air, comfortable guest rooms, and the relaxed charm of a classic Block Island inn.
Throughout the retreat, your accommodations are designed to support the full experience: rest, nourishment, connection, and meaningful time away. From peaceful mornings by the water to cozy moments between sessions, Avonlea allows guests to feel both cared for and completely removed from the pace of everyday life.
With expert guidance, you’ll finally understand how to eat, move, and live for optimal results.
Through nutrition, fitness, and mindset sessions and workshops, you’ll rewire your habits and unlock a lifestyle that supports your goals.
Beyond the retreat, you’ll become part of a supportive wellness community that offers encouragement and connection.
Seasonal, plant-forward meals prepared by our in-house chef designed to heal and delight.
"A few years ago Ann Law introduced my friend and me to the vegan way of life. The rapid change in our health and head was huge. Ann is the most knowledgeable person I know. She never stops. My educated guess is that her diet is the driving force behind her energy."
"The law of wellness has made such a deep impact in my life. Through the teachings in this book I lost 30 lbs in 3 months and went from a size 12 to a size 2 and reduced my cholesterol and blood pressure numbers following Ann's, Law of Wellness program."
"I was hired to edit The Law of Wellness and expected it to be just another book edit. Instead, it changed my life. Never for one split second of my entire 74 years did I think I would be a vegetarian, let alone a vegan. But after reading just a quarter of the book, I was compelled to entirely change the way I was eating. And it’s not that hard."
Ann Mallane
Innkeeper

Jo-Ann Belmonte
Hotel Executive

Barbie Bowen
Professional Editor

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Arrive, settle in, and ease into the weekend with a warm welcome and time to connect with the group. The evening will include a guided creative expression experience, a nourishing plant-forward dinner, and relaxed porch talks or fireside conversation.
Begin the day with gentle morning movement, breakfast, and a mindful outdoor experience in nature. The afternoon includes a wellness conversation with Ann, time to rest or explore, and an interactive cooking experience followed by a shared dinner.
Ease into the morning with movement, mindful breathing, and breakfast together. The day includes an inspiring island excursion, free time to rest or explore, creative expression, and a practical session on living plant-forward in everyday life.
Close the retreat with one final morning of gentle movement, reflection, and a nourishing breakfast together. Guests will depart feeling refreshed, inspired, and equipped to carry the rhythms of the weekend into daily life.