Our story · Wellness 4.0
A return to whole-person wellness
Santé was created around a simple truth: lasting wellbeing asks us to care for the heart, mind, spirit and body together.
Four dimensions, one whole person
Wellness 4.0
Wellness 4.0 means healing the heart, renewing the mind, reviving the spirit and rejuvenating the body. Rather than treating these as separate projects, Santé creates experiences where emotional clarity, conscious thought, meaningful connection and physical vitality support one another.
Heal the heart
Space for emotional release, honest reflection and reconnection with what matters most.
Renew the mind
Guided sessions on mindset, resilience and intention that you can carry home.
Revive the spirit
Forest bathing, quiet contemplation and a deeper sense of presence in nature.
Rejuvenate the body
Functional movement, nourishing whole foods and restorative spa rituals.
A return to the land
Intentionally simple. Powerfully sustainable.
Ryder Lake is a sub-alpine farming community where forests, open space and agricultural life shape the day. Our approach draws on nature immersion, restorative rest, functional fitness, Blue Zone-inspired nourishment and community — the enduring practices that help people live with more energy and intention.
We built Santé ourselves, as a family, on 29 acres in the hills above Chilliwack, British Columbia. Two farmhouses sit four minutes apart, a three-acre heirloom farm is in development, and Sandra — a dietitian and fitness instructor for over 40 years — leads every wellness program in person. When guests arrive, the people who welcome them at the door are the same people who planted the farm, planned the menus and designed each retreat.
What begins at Santé does not end here. When you come back to balance, you come back to yourself.
- Nature immersion
- Blue Zone nutrition
- Functional fitness
- Restorative rest
- Meaningful community
The Santé Life
Five foundations of a life well lived
Santé is a journey — not a pause from your life, but a path back to it. These pillars shape every retreat, meal and quiet moment on the mountain.
Simplicity
Through intentional simplicity, we help you shed distractions and embrace life’s purest elements. In this space, true wellness thrives, and a clearer, calmer you comes to light.
Connection
Through authentic shared experiences and heartfelt care, guests form genuine connections that linger long after their stay. A passionate team ensures every moment feels personal, warm and truly memorable.
Movement
Intentional, science-backed programs guide guests toward measurable results and meaningful mindset shifts, delivering a holistic wellness reset that lasts beyond their stay.
Nourishment
Our culinary program is purposefully built on seasonal, nutrient-rich whole foods that energize and restore. Every day, we set a joyful communal table where our clean cuisine cultivates inner vitality and deep connection.
Nature
Guests are invited to fully embrace the natural world, discovering unforgettable moments through seamless integration with the land. Designed amenities and outdoor adventures deepen this immersion, making nature an essential part of every stay.
Ryder Lake · Chilliwack
Two farmhouses, one mountain experience
The Luxe Farmhouse sits across 13 acres and the Rustic Farmhouse across 16 acres, just a four-minute drive apart. Together they create 29 acres of space for private stays, group retreats, movement, meals and a quieter relationship with time — all about 90 minutes from Vancouver.
- Luxe Farmhouse · 13 acres
- Rustic Farmhouse · 16 acres
- Four minutes apart
- ≈ 90 minutes from Vancouver
