Where are the retreats held?
Currently the retreats are held at the Courtyard Marriott in MORGAN HILL, California.
Here is the link to the hotel: http://marriott.com/property/propertypage.mi?marshaCode=SJCMH
I am looking for other venues but I really like this hotel, the location and the staff. Also, I quite like the more intimate space. We can only fit up to 18 people in the space.
How much is it?
The full cost of the retreat is $115 which includes your standard craft space, three meals and all snacks and drinks Friday 10am thru Sun.4pm). You can also chose to attend the full weekend retreat without catered meals for $95 and if you want to double your cropping/work space for the weekend add $70 (if space is available). Prices are subject to change but plenty of notice will be given. These costs do not include your hotel room. You need to book that direct through the hotel.
How do I pay?
A $35 deposit is required to secure your space for the weekend. Upon your e-mail request for a spot at the weekend retreat, I will confirm space is available and give you details on where to send your check or how to pay by credit card. Full Payment for the weekend is due 4 weeks before the event start date. You do not officially have a table space until I receive your deposit. I will e-mail you once I get your payment in hand to confirm with you.
What is the Refund and Payment policy?
There is a $5 processing and handling fee on all refunds.
$35 deposit: $30 refundable only if a replacement for your spot is found.
Full Payment for the weekend: is due 4 weeks before event start date.
Up to 7 days before the event: If a replacement for your spot has been found, you will receive a $110 refund.
At 7 days before the event: If no replacement for your spot has been found you will receive a $45 refund.
If I am notified with less than 7 days notice: No refund will be given.
A minimum of 10 guests must be booked for the weekend to take place. If this minimum is no reached, then you will have first choice for an alternative weekend or a full refund returned to you.
How do I book my room?
The phone number to call for reservations is 408-782-6034. You will need to reference our group name "Give Me Time Retreats". Your room rate should be $119.99 per night for a room with two queen beds. This rate will also include a buffet breakfast for two people in the room. You can have up to four people per room. It's up to you to book and pay for your own rooms.
How do I find a roommate?
Just let me know that you are interested in sharing a room. I will contact other people attending the weekend for you and see who else is willing to share. You can have up to 4 people per room.
What if I just want to come and craft and not sleep over at the hotel?
Yes, that’s fine. But be warned, we are often amazed at the time when we finally think to check. So are you a good late night driver?
What If I only want to come on Saturday and Sunday?
Yes, this is also fine. However the charge for the weekend remains the same. We encourage you to use the other evenings of the event to come and work on your projects. For instance you can come Friday night to set up your craft area and spend a couple of hours on your hobby, then leave your stuff out, come back to it on Saturday morning. Utilize the time well.
Craft Swaps Table
Bring with you any old unused parts of sticker sheets, embellishments, papers or craft items you never intend to use. This is a great way to have a good clear out. Donate them to the craft swaps table and then take your pick of what others have put there. You never know when someone else can use what you might intend to throw away.