A Quiet Oceanfront Sanctuary for Rest, Regulation, and Renewal
At the very tip of Long Cove, in the coastal community of Norman’s Cove–Long Cove, Mermaid Cove rests at the edge of land and sea.
With unobstructed ocean views, a private beach, and the steady rhythm of the Atlantic, this space was created as an invitation to slow down and come back into yourself.
Mermaid Cove is not a retreat centre in the traditional sense.
It is a place where the nervous system can soften, where responsibility pauses, and where the body is allowed to settle without expectation.
Many women arrive tired without knowing exactly why.
They leave feeling clearer, calmer, and more like themselves again.
Not because something was added, but because something finally had space to complete.
The Experience
Mermaid Cove was built by hand, guided by intuition, and shaped with care.
Every detail, from natural textures to the way light moves through the space, was designed to support ease, presence, and a sense of being held by the environment itself.
Here, time moves differently.
Mornings arrive softly.
Evenings follow the tide.
Silence feels nourishing rather than empty.
Guests often describe Mermaid Cove as calm, grounding, and quietly expansive.
Not because of what happens here — but because of what no longer needs to.
Mermaid Cove is the physical embodiment of the work I teach:
When the body feels safe, clarity returns naturally.
A Different Way to Experience Mermaid Cove
This isn’t just a place to stay.
It’s a space to step out of your life for a few days—
so your system can settle,
your mind can clear,
and you can actually hear yourself again.
The 3-Day Experience
This isn’t just a place to stay.
It’s a private, 3-day experience designed to help you step out of your life—
so your system can settle,
you can reconnect with yourself,
and actually see who you are without everything you’ve been carrying.
Day 1 — Arrive + Reset
You arrive, exhale, and begin to come back into your body.
We start with a private session to help your system unwind
and release what it’s been holding.
This is where the noise starts to quiet.
Day 2 — Reconnect + Remember
This is where things begin to shift.
Through body-led work, intuitive guidance, and space to reflect,
you start to see yourself more clearly
without pressure, without overthinking.
This is also where we capture that.
A private, natural photoshoot designed to reflect you as you are
grounded, clear, and fully yourself.
Not posed. Not forced.
Just you, in your element.
Day 3 — Integrate + Move Forward
We bring everything together.
You leave with a clearer sense of yourself,
what matters,
and how you want to move forward
without slipping back into old patterns.
And you have something to take with you—
images that reflect the version of you you actually felt.
This isn’t about becoming someone new.
It’s about remembering who you are—
and having the space to actually feel that.
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Available by request. Limited bookings.
The Captain’s Quarters
The Captain’s Quarters is the first completed retreat space at Mermaid Cove.
With sweeping ocean views, soft natural light, and grounding coastal textures, the suite was designed to encourage rest and unhurried living. Handcrafted details, warm linens, and subtle tones echo the rhythm of the sea, creating an atmosphere that feels both luxurious and deeply comforting.
Whether soaking in the tub, watching the horizon shift, or sitting quietly with a cup of tea as the waves roll in, the space invites you to slow down and stay awhile.
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Seasonal Enhancements (May - June 2026)
Mermaid Cove Lobster Night Experience
During lobster season, we offer a simple and memorable way to enjoy one of Newfoundland’s most iconic traditions—right from the comfort of your stay.
We’ll prepare everything you need for a beautiful, hands-on lobster dinner by the sea. Each experience includes fresh local lobster, butter for dipping, lemon, and all the tools required, along with a simple guide so you can cook it yourself on the BBQ at your unit.
It’s designed to be effortless, a little messy, and fully immersive—an opportunity to slow down, take in the ocean air, and enjoy a meal that feels both grounded and special.
Available for a limited time during lobster season.
$120 per experience. Pre-order required.
Seaside Studio Shopping
Guests of Mermaid Cove are invited to explore our seaside studio by appointment.
Thoughtfully created on-site, our collection includes handmade pottery and hand-poured candles, each piece inspired by the ocean, the elements, and the rhythm of life on the coast. Many of these pieces are also woven throughout your stay—from the mugs you reach for in the morning to suncatchers catching the light and small displays inspired by the sea—offering a quiet connection to the space around you.
If something speaks to you, you’re welcome to visit the studio and take a piece of Mermaid Cove home.
By appointment only. Email Tara – connect@tarakinden.com
A Note on the Space
Mermaid Cove was created with deep respect for the land, the sea, and the lineage that shaped it. From the handcrafted Boat Bar built from a family vessel to the intentional details woven throughout the space, this retreat carries a quiet sense of legacy and care.
You don’t need to know the stories to feel them.
They live gently in the walls, the light, and the stillness.
Book Your Stay
Mermaid Cove Retreats are booked through Airbnb.
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For seasonal immersions or special inquiries, please contact us directly, connect@tarakinden.com
The Vision Behind Mermaid Cove
Mermaid Cove was not built as a business first.
It was built as a decision.
My husband and I chose to go all in on something we believed in, creating a space that reflected the life we wanted to live and the work I was being called to do.
We built it together, often slowly, often uncertainly, learning as we went. Our son grew up watching the process unfold, seeing what it looks like to create something from nothing, to take risks, and to trust your own direction even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed.
That experience shaped Mermaid Cove as much as the ocean itself.
This space carries the energy of commitment, craftsmanship, and family. Not perfection, but presence. Not performance, but care.
For many women who arrive here, that matters more than they expect.
Because Mermaid Cove isn’t just a place to rest.
It’s a reminder that life can be built differently with intention, courage, and room to breathe.
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