The Ski Retreat

The Ski Retreat is a women-led adventure experience offering all-inclusive, female-focused ski/snowboard getaways in breathtaking destinations like Lake Tahoe, Breckenridge, and Sun Valley. Designed to empower women through a blend of skiing, wellness, and community, The Ski Retreat welcomes all skill levels and offers a full curated experience including restorative yoga, nutrition workshops, art classes, breakfast tailgates, and fireside chats with inspiring female leaders.

Each retreat creates a supportive space for women to connect with nature and each other, whether they’re beginners or seasoned skiers,/boarders fostering confidence and camaraderie on and off the slopes. The Ski Retreat emphasizes sustainability and wellness, partnering with women-led eco-friendly brands to provide nourishing non-alcoholic drink options and sustainable self-care products. Through its commitment to adventure, personal growth, supporting women and environmental care, The Ski Retreat is more than a getaway—it’s an empowering journey, making it an unforgettable gift for adventurous women ready to embrace winter and forge new friendships.

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Founder(s), CEO and/or President Charlotte Lilley
Charlotte Lilley, the founder of The Ski Retreat, is a lifelong skier and adventure enthusiast who transformed her love for the mountains into a thriving business dedicated to empowering women. Growing up in the foothills of California, just hours from Lake Tahoe, Charlotte was skiing by the age of two and developed an early passion for outdoor adventure. After attending Cal Poly SLO and enjoying the beach lifestyle, she moved to San Francisco, launching her career in tech sales and marketing for SaaS startups.

For six years, Charlotte balanced her corporate tech career with her dream project, organizing small women’s ski trips alongside her full-time job. Recognizing the value of a space where women could bond, learn, and support one another through the challenges of skiing, she decided to fully embrace her entrepreneurial vision. In 2024, she made the leap to focus on The Ski Retreat full-time, hosting her first official retreats in Lake Tahoe, where she also lives. Today, The Ski Retreat offers unique, all-women getaways in multiple destinations, including Breckenridge and a new location in Sun Valley, designed to coincide with the Stifel World Cup Finals.

Charlotte’s vision for The Ski Retreat is rooted in a belief that the mountains can transform lives. By creating a welcoming, supportive space, she empowers women to build confidence both on and off the slopes, connecting them with nature and with each other. Her dedication to fostering a community that celebrates growth, resilience, and adventure has made The Ski Retreat a destination for women seeking more than just a ski trip—it’s a place to recharge, form lifelong friendships, and embrace new challenges in a beautiful, inspiring setting. As The Ski Retreat continues to expand to new destinations, Charlotte’s mission remains the same: to bring women together in the mountains, providing them with the tools and support to make memories that last a lifetime.