Retreat. Refresh. Enlighten.
Freedom Yoga in the Northwoods
1st Annual Summer Yoga Retreat
The Northernaire Resort
Three Lakes, Wisconsin
August 21—24, 2025
Reclaim your freedom and embrace all that summer has to offer with four days of yoga, fun in the sun, and soul-nourishing relaxation in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.
Throughout this revitalizing retreat, you will learn to balance grounding with enlightening, doing with undoing, relaxing with energizing, and centering with expanding.
Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Northwoods, with its gorgeous pine trees and the largest chain of freshwater lakes in the world, you’ll deepen your yoga practice with invigorating classes in the morning and gentle practices each evening. With my signature precise and enlightening style of teaching, together we will explore the benefits of yoga that are both simple and profound. We will use meditation, essential breath work, creative pose variations, joy, and indiscriminate curiosity to experience our natural state of peace, and ultimately, find freedom.
Then during the day, you’re invited to explore your adventurous side with optional excursions to go stand-up paddle boarding, to cruise the gorgeous chain of lakes by boat, to hike the Sam Campbell Memorial Trail, or to set off on a bike ride from Three Lakes to Eagle River. You’re sure to find your balance breathing in the fresh air, stargazing, and watching for the northern lights. (There may even be a chance to roast marshmallows by the fire too!)
I hope you’ll join me for the first annual Freedom Yoga in the Northwoods Summer Retreat. In addition to the stunning beauty of high summer in Wisconsin, you will enjoy the benefits of being a part of an intimate group that allows me to lavish you with wonderfully individualized attention during our time together. Space is limited, so please register early.
The price includes six yoga classes in the Great Room at the Northernaire Resort with stunning views of the lake and woods (weather permitting we will practice outside). Please note that the price of accommodation is not included in the registration fee, as staying at the Northernaire is optional. If you would like to stay at the Northernaire, Alie will coordinate your room reservation. Please indicate which room option you prefer upon registration; the available accommodations at the Northernaire are listed below. The number of available rooms is limited, so be sure to register soon to ensure your space. Of course, you may also choose the yoga-only package and spend your nights at another location nearby instead.
Click HERE to visit the Northernaire Resort online to see the gorgeous property where you may be living for four days. The Northernaire Resort has a rich and noteworthy history. Originally opened in 1948 and called the “Waldorf of the Wilderness,” the Northernaire Resort was designed by Cy Williams and built by his brother Carl Marty. The current updated Northernaire honors the original resort with its lovely and luxurious lakeside condos, cabins, and rentals. Located on Deer Lake and Big Stone Lake, the Northernaire features tennis courts, a basketball court, and indoor swimming pool, and an outdoor fire-pit and grills, and alongside the largest outdoor spa in the Wisconsin. Big Stone Golf is situated adjacent to the resort on Big Stone Lake and bordered by Hwy 32.
Three Lakes, Wisconsin, boasts a gorgeous chain of 28 interconnected lakes, which makes it the largest chain of freshwater lakes in the world. People travel in from all over the world during the summer to enjoy lake life and all of the best warm weather activities the area has to offer, such as boating, water-skiing, stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, and of course hiking and camping. During the winter months, Three Lakes then becomes a popular destination for snowmobiling and ice fishing.
Travel Information
Three Lakes is on the western edge of the spectacular 650,000-acre Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in Wisconsin. You may choose to fly up north to Rhinelander, Wausau, or Milwaukee or enjoy a scenic drive to Three Lakes (approximately a five-hour drive from Chicago).
Local Dining Options
Dining and food options in Three Lakes includes 32 South Bar & Grill, Mugs and Company, Sunset Grill, The Black Forest, Pi Pizza, Pine Isle Lodge, Sorge’s Daybreak Diner, and Three Lakes Town Market. The dining options in Eagle River include Toad in the Hole, Williams's Pine Gables Supper Club, Honey Bear, Chef Rene’s at Eagle River Inn, The Craftsman American Tavern, Friendship House Family Restaurant, and Mary Kate’s Wine Bar. Many accommodation options will offer a kitchenette for your convenience.
My favorite grocery store is The Golden Harvest in Rhinelander, and the best farm stand is Evergood Farm (on County A, between Rhinelander and Three Lakes).
If you have any questions, please let me know via email at aliemcmanus@yahoo.com. If you’d like to chat on the phone, I’m happy to set up a time to connect.
Registration will be open soon for this magical summer 2025 retreat.
Accommodations
All prices are for 4 days and 3 nights. If you need either more or less time, please share your plans upon registration so that Alie can set up your preferred length of your stay.
Registration is required for retreat participation. Please fill out the form at the bottom of this page in its entirety to reserve your place.
Note that if you are planning to stay at the Northernaire, Alie will coordinate the room reservation on your behalf as part of the full retreat experience. You will specify your room choice in the form below; you do not need to contact the hotel to reserve your space.
Cabin #5 Bear Point (4 beds)
$837 + $105 (resort fee) + $200 (cleaning fee) + $108.88 (tax) = $1,250.88
This one-of-a-kind lodging experience makes for a perfect rustic retreat at the Northernaire while still offering guests full access to all of the resort’s exceptional amenities. The Bear Point cabin, located on a small point on the property, has water on three sides, offering stunning views of the water.
Three bedroom, two bathroom unit / 1,231 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 8.
Master Bedroom – Queen bed with private bathroom.
Guest Room – Queen bed.
Guest Room – Two twin beds.
Full Living Room – TV and DVD player and queen pull-out sofa.
Kitchen – Kitchen offers full-size appliances including range/oven, refrigerator, and microwave. Comes equipped with plates, utensils, pots & pans, and basic cooking wares.
Deck with grill and private fire pit.
Internet access.
Please note there is no A/C in this unit.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Elm Suite A13 (2 bedroom)
$837 + $105 (resort fee) + $200 (cleaning fee) + $108.88 (tax) = $1250.88
A13 is a ground floor, corner unit, two-bedroom condo.
Two bedroom, two bathroom unit / 1,554 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 10.
King Master Suite – King bed attached to private bathroom with whirlpool tub and walk-in shower.
Guest Room – Queen bed with twin bunks beds
Full Living Room – Features a gas fireplace, TV and DVD player, 2 queen pull-out sofas.
Dining Room – Features a separate dining area with seating for 6.
Kitchen – Full kitchen offers full-size appliances including range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Comes equipped with plates, utensils, pots & pans, and basic cooking wares.
Private patio off of the dining room.
Washer & dryer
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Alder Suite B18 (2 bedroom)
$817 + $105 (resort fee) + $200 (cleaning fee) + $106.68 (tax) = $1,228.68
This luxurious condo with a tranquil lake view is available for stays of two to three nights or more. You’ll enjoy all the comforts of home with a few extras. Includes a full kitchen, gas fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and walk-in showers.
Two bedroom, two bathroom unit / 1,414 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 6.
Master Suite – Features a King bed and TV. Attached to private bathroom with whirlpool tub and walk-in shower.
Guest Room – Features a King bed and TV. Lock-out floor plan offers wet bar with mini-fridge and microwave as well as private bathroom. Also near guest bath.
Full Living Room – Features a gas fireplace, 65" TV and DVD player, dining table, and queen pull-out sofa.
Kitchen – Full kitchen offers full-size appliances including range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Comes equipped with plates, utensils, pots & pans, and basic cooking wares.
Two private balconies.
Washer & dryer.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Alder Suite A6 (2 beds)
$817 + $105 (resort fee) + $200 (cleaning fee) + $106.68 (tax) = $1,228.68
Unit A6 is a Lock-out floor plan with a two-bedroom condo located on the ground floor.
Two bedroom, two bathroom unit / 1,414 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 7.
Master Suite – Features a King bed and TV. Attached to private bathroom with whirlpool tub and walk-in shower.
Guest Room – Queen bed and twin pull-out, with TV, near guest bath. Lock-out floor plan offers wet bar with mini-fridge and microwave as well as private bathroom.
Full Living Room – Features a gas fireplace, TV and DVD player, queen pull-out sofa, and dining table.
Kitchen – Full kitchen offers full-size appliances including range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Comes equipped with plates, utensils, pots & pans, and basic cooking wares.
Two private patios.
Washer & dryer.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Lock-Out Suite C26G (1 queen bed + 1 sofa bed)
$807 + $105 (resort fee) + $200 (cleaning fee) + $98.98 (taxes) = $1,090.98
This charming unit has a lot to offer, including a great view of the lake as well as a limited kitchen area.
Studio Unit / 443 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 3.
Queen bed and twin pull-out sofa in a open floor plan layout.
2 closets with plenty of storage space.
32″ flat-screen TV.
Limited Kitchen – Microwave, 4-cup coffee pot, under counter fridge and sink. Dishes are not provided.
Private balcony.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
SOLD OUT: Bayberry Suite C36 (1 King + 1 Sofa bed)
$637 + $105 (resort fee) + $170 (cleaning fee) + $85.23 (tax) = $997.23
This luxurious condo with lovely lake views is available for stays of two to three nights or more. It has all the comforts of home with a few extras. You’ll enjoy full kitchens, gas fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and walk-in showers.
One bedroom, one bathroom unit / 971 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 4.
Master Suite – Features a King bed and TV. Attached to private bathroom with whirlpool tub and walk-in shower.
Full Living Room – Features a gas fireplace, TV and DVD player, queen pull-out sofa, and dining table.
Kitchen – Full kitchen offers full-size appliances including range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Comes equipped with plates, utensils, pots & pans, and basic cooking wares.
Private balcony.
Washer & dryer.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Lock-Out Suite B24G (1 King bed)
$519 + $105 (resort fee) + $80 (cleaning fee) + $10.18 (tax) = $714.18
This Lock-out unit is located on the main floor, lobby level, of the North Lodge, offering a panoramic view of Deer Lake.
King-size bed sleeps one or two people.
Wet bar with microwave, mini-fridge, Keurig coffee maker, sink, and plenty of storage.
Two closets
Private, top-floor balcony with a view of the lakefront.
Lock-Out Suite C32G (2 Queen beds)
$519 + $105 (resort fee) + $80 (cleaning fee) + $67.30 (tax) = $771.30
This quaint unit has a lot to offer including a great view of the lake as well as a limited kitchen area.
Studio Unit / 443 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 4.
2 Queen beds in a open floor plan layout.
2 closets offer plenty of storage space.
32″ flat-screen TV.
Limited Kitchen – Microwave, 4-cup coffee pot, under counter fridge and sink. Dishes are not provided.
Private balcony.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Lock-Out Suite C35G (1 Queen bed + 1 sofa bed)
$519 + $80 (resort fee) + $67.30 (tax) = $771.30
This Lock-out unit is perfect for stays of two or three nights. This unit has a lot to offer, including a great view of the lake as well as a limited kitchen area.
Studio Unit / 443 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 3.
Queen bed and twin pull-out sofa in an open floor plan layout.
2 closets offer plenty of storage space.
32″ flat-screen TV.
Limited Kitchen – Microwave, 4-cup coffee pot, under counter fridge and sink. Dishes are not provided.
Comes with private balcony or patio, depending on floor level.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
SOLD OUT: Lock-Out Suite C27G ( 1 Queen bed + 1 sofa bed)
$519 + $105 (resort fee) + $67.30 (tax) = $771.30
This cozy Lock-out unit has a lot to offer, including a great view of the lake as well as a limited kitchen area.
Studio Unit / 443 sq ft.
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 3.
King bed and twin pull-out sofa in a open floor plan layout.
2 closets offer plenty of storage space.
32″ flat-screen TV.
Limited Kitchen – Microwave, 4-cup coffee pot, under counter fridge and sink. Dishes are not provided.
Private balcony.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Lock-Out Suite A5G (1 queen and 1 sofa bed)
$519 + $105 (resort fee) + $80 (cleaning fee) + $67.30 = $771.30
Occupancy – Sleeps up to 3.
Queen bed and twin pull-out sofa in a open floor plan layout.
2 closets offer plenty of storage space.
32″ flat-screen TV.
Limited Kitchen – Microwave, 4-cup coffee pot, under counter fridge and sink. Dishes are not provided.
Comes with a private balcony or patio, depending on floor level.
Smoke-free and pet-free.
Payment terms
The price of the retreat, which includes six yoga classes, is $490.
To reserve your space upon registration, please submit $490 (non-refundable/non-transferable) to Alie McManus.
Payment can be sent in a variety of easy ways: via QuickPay with Zelle (to aliemcmanus@yahoo.com) or Venmo (to @Alie-McManus), or you can send a check made out to Alie McManus (please consult with Alie for her current mailing address). If you would like to use your credit card through Venmo or PayPal, please add 3.5% to the total amount of each payment to offset the credit card processing fee. You may also request an invoice from Alie that will include the 3.5% credit card service charge. If your Venmo or PayPal account is linked to your checking account, you may choose to send money with PayPal using the “friends and family” option with no additional fee.
Your payment installments are due on June 1, July 1, and all final payments are due by August 11, 2025.
If there is a different payment schedule that works better for you, please email Alie at aliemcmanus@yahoo.com to confirm.