Mama Farm - B&B and Wedding Venue — Hotel in Town of Brookhaven

I flew from North Carolina to ISP to attend a women’s health weekend retreat at Mama Farm. After an easy 20-minute taxi ride from the airport, two other earlybirds and I were greeted on the front steps by the charming Anthony. He gave us a tour of the inn with fun facts about books in the library, the design of the house, and the themes of each suite. First we got settled in our rooms. (I selected the one with a gallery of dog art including a print made by a friend of the family and a sculptural painting that Elettra made when she was little.)

Anthony then took us on a laughter-filled stroll around the farm, introducing us to the very special chickens, sheep, and goats—including BB, a goat with a big personality who thinks she is a sheep.

After the tour, our host Elettra greeted us bearing a delicious spiced popcorn treat with pepitas and dried berries. Her graciousness, which I’d noted in a handful of email exchanges over the past year, was compounded in person. Elettra is a lantern of kindness and presence. She is deeply observant and meticulously empathic, anticipating her guests’ needs and taking care of those around her in a way that is spacious and never impinging.

Elettra’s warm, grounded energy is reflected in the physical space of the house. It is clean and bright, well-appointed, unfussy—a “just right” home away from home. As a reluctant/infrequent traveler, homebody, and introvert, I was surprised to feel so well-rested and comfortable during the entire stay. The exceptional mattresses were a major perk, as was the canine company afforded by the exuberant Rosie and discerning Pinocchio. (They don’t stay in the house but can be found on the grounds).

The space was a perfect backdrop to an inclusive and connective weekend. The medical experts who led the retreat were extremely knowledgeable, refreshingly candid, and easy to be around. By generously sharing their knowledge and experience, they set all of us up to find greater agency in our healthcare stories.

Meals and activities were delightful and well organized. Stacey Schulz of Copper Beech and her assistant Donna made clean, creative, hearty meals—and were a joy to be around. We were also graced by the talents of Jen Ward, a Pilates instructor and acupuncturist, and Donna Ball, who gave me one of the best massages I’ve ever received. Elettra, who also happens to be a natural teacher and insightful healer, enriched our time together with transformative meditation and breathwork sessions.

Overall, my stay at Mama Farm was inspiring and rejuvenating. I walked away with new friendships, an improved mindset, and a wealth of information. My friends and family have peppered me with questions since my return and are all (appropriately) envious. So I’m already looking forward to another visit, with company in tow next time!

Thanks so much to everyone who makes Mama Farm the special...

Mama Farm is as charming as you’ll get, nestled beside woods, near the scenic village of Bellport & its waterfront. On a snowy weekend I arrived to take part in The 3 day Real Reset Retreat, I had booked to stay at Mama Farm’s b & b. Warmly welcomed by Anthony, who manages the b & b and farm, I was shown to my beautiful room. Elettra, who runs Mama Farm, joined by Kaori and Farah, the Real Reset team, arrived to welcome all of us, and the evening began with a spectacular platter of crudités prepared by chef Stacey and Jacki. We were served a delicious dinner followed by a talk and introduction to our retreat ahead. The three days were spectacular, filled with workouts, consultations, breath work, discussions, meditation and fabulous meals. After one day I already felt a huge shift, calmer, energized, positive, rested. The group of women who attended formed a wonderful bond, all aspiring to feel better , encouraging and supportive. The setting is magical, I visited the farm animals and walked along the trail in the quiet of the snowy woods on a beautiful clear & crisp afternoon. A feast for the senses, highly recommended! I will certainly return as soon as I can!...

A friend told us about Mama Farm when we were looking around the tri-state for a truly unique place to have our wedding. We LOVED that it felt different, magical, naturally beautiful. Anthony, Elettra, the chickens, the goats were so welcoming. The house itself so gorgeous and tasteful, full of art and thoughtful touches - CHIC and warm. It was the perfect place for us and a few close friends/fam to stay for the wedding weekend. Bellport nearby is the most adorable little town. Throughout the planning process, the team was incredibly accommodating, open-minded and collaborative. They worked closely with our planner (and us) to bring our vision to life. It was really the dreamiest and most fun weekend we could have asked for. I will also say, most of our guests said it was the best food they'd ever had at a wedding! If you want a 'venue' that doesn't feel like a 'venue' - Mama Farm is the...