Treat yourself to a
day of wellness and renewal
September 13, 2026 on Petra Island, Hudson Valley, NY
10am-5pm
When was the last time you truly slowed down?
Join us in 2026 for an intimate day of wellness on the tranquil shores of Petra Island. Let stress melt away as you glide across Lake Mahopac on our 26 foot pontoon boat.
Step onto sacred land for a deeply nourishing experience.
$400 investment includes the following:
Peaceful beginnings
Start your day gently with a peaceful boat ride across Lake Mahopac
aboard our 26' pontoon boat,
guided by our
NYS licensed Captains
Architectural inspiration
A short-guided tour of two Frank Lloyd Wright desinged homes
the Charhoudi Cottage and the Massaro House
Restorative yoga
Reconnect mind, body and breath during a restorative hour of Vinyasa flow, thoughtfully guided by our certified instructor
Calming boat ride
Take a calming boat ride around Lake Mahopac after yoga or hang back & relax around the island during your free time.
Explore freely
Wander the islands 11 acre moderate hiking trail at your own pace or with our knowlegable guides as you take in the natural beauty and peaceful surroundings of
Petra Island.
Learn
Learn interesting facts about the two Frank Lloyd Wright homes on Petra Island during a
20 minutet chat with the builders daughter.
Breakfast & Lunch for your body & soul
Enjoy a nourishing prepared breakfast and lunch crafted with mindfulness and care by
Chef Donna Massaro.
Coffee, tea & water served throughout the day.
Soundbowl healing by the shore
A rejuvenating beachfront hour sound bath with our sound bowl expert.
Personal Reflection
Reflect on your experience by writing in yourFrank Lloyd Wright keepsake journal gifted to you by the
Massaro Family
We believe deeply in the power of self-care and have carefully curated every detail of this experience to ensure you feel nurtured, renewed, and valued. Your investment supports local artisans, chefs, and wellness practitioners, creating an intimate and unforgettable day specifically designed to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.
This day is for you if
You understand the importance of taking dedicated time to recharge and renew.
You're ready to prioritize your well-being and invest in your health and happiness.
You desire a unique experience that blends culture, nature, wellness, and community.
Complete your journey with a gentle return boat ride across Lake Mahopac, refreshed and reconnected to
your true self.
Meet Your Wellness Day Hosts
Culinary Alchemist
Donna Massaro
Your Hostess and Chef, studied Culinary Arts and Management at The Art Institute of New York City. After running her own café for 15 years, she shifted her focus to the world of wellness. As part owner of Petra Island Tours, Donna is now creating and hosting Wellness Days on her family’s island offering a space to slow down, reconnect and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the nature around us. Lets get well the Wright way, together.
Nourishment Curator
Lauren Nardone
Lauren was born and raised in Carmel New York. She has recently returned to the United States after spending six years in Australia. With over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry, she has built her career around connecting with people, creating memorabe experiences and embracing new opportunities. Lauren has a passion for travel, adventure and making the most out of life. She began her career working with Donna Massaro when she was 18 years old. She thinks of her as a mentor and a friend.
Sound Bowl Goddess
Lindsey Benoit O'Connell
Is your soundbowl healer for the day. She is a meditation teacher, sound healer, breathwork facilitator, and the resident meditation expert for Woman’s Day magazine. She’s also the founder of The LAB Wellness, a wellness company that makes meditation and mindful movement accessible to everyone—no matter where they are in life—and Elevate Mindfully, a modern editorial platform for mindful living, purpose, and inspired productivity. With over 20 years of experience in the health, wellness, and meditation space, Lindsey brings a powerful combination of science-backed strategy and intuitive teaching to every session. She’s a NASM-certified trainer, CSCS, 305 Fitness instructor, and certified Unplug Meditation teacher. Her meditations can be found on the Unplug App, Insight Timer, and her Youtube channel, Elevate Mindfully. And her mission? To help people feel strong, calm, clear, and connected—mind, body, and soul.
Yoga Empress
Christine Hamilton
Christine Hamilton is your passionate yoga instructor who has been sharing her practice since 2006. She also teaches Pilates, dance and paddleboarding. A long time resident, she finds inspiration and peace in her community's beautiful lakes, woods and recreational facilities. Christine's personal journey towards holistic wellness began at a young age, fueling a lifelong dedication to learning from other health professionals and her surroundings. She teaches with a compassionate and insightful approach, helping students connect with their bodies and minds to achieve their wellness goals. Through her work, she continues to explore the potential of the human spirit, guiding others on their own paths to healing and health.
The Vibe Keeper
Jeanine Syska
Jeanine is a Reiki practitioner, shamanic guide, and keeper of sacred nature-based practices. Through her own healing journey marked by grief, transformation, and spiritual awakening, she has come to believe that beauty, meaning, and renewal can emerge even from life’s most difficult experiences.
With a deep reverence for the wisdom of the natural world and the guidance of our ancestors, Jeanine holds space for others to reconnect with their intuition, remember their inner wisdom and experience healing through mindful practices, ceremony, and a deeper connection to the Earth.
Her work is an invitation to slow down, create with intention, and rediscover the profound healing that unfolds when we remember that we are not separate from nature—we are part of it..
Wellness Liaison
Debra Polito
Debra is the go to girl. Anything you need, she will make happen. She is a dedicated individual whose life is centered around health, fitness, and mental well-being. She believes in the powerful connection between physical and mental health, and this commitment shapes much of her daily routine. Spending time outdoors is one of her greatest joys, as it brings clarity and a deep sense of balance. Professionally, Debra works as a critical care registered nurse, a role that she finds deeply rewarding and fulfilling. Her passion for caring for others in their most vulnerable moments aligns with her own focus on health and wellness, making her work a natural extension of her personal values.
Captain of Serenity
James Maxwell
James Maxwell has been on Lake Mahopac since 1966, and a graduate of Mahopac High School in 1980. He began employment at age 14 as a Dock Hand at a marina on the lake and has operated all types of small craft, earning a Captain's license in 2025. Following retirement from concurrent careers in the US Marine Corps, and New York State Police, James worked in several corporate security roles, until he realized that he was just not corporate material. He can answer any question you may have about Lake Mahopac!
Join a community committed to
self-care, relaxation, renewal and love.
Only 20 spaces available $300 per person
From 9am-4pm
Note: Yoga mats will be provided. Please bring with you comfy
clothes for yoga and sound bowl, sneakers, sunscreen & sunglasses
See what the buzz is all about, book your tour today!
“This tour was simply amazing! Every inch of the home has so much see”
— Rebecca B.
Explore two extraordinary Frank Lloyd Wright homes on a private island in Mahopac, NY, in the Historic Hudson Valley, 50 miles from New York City.
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