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A Weekend of Books, Rest & Community: Inside Our Carlton Landing Bookcation With Meagan Robertson

If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping to a quiet town, settling into a cozy home, and spending a weekend surrounded by books and like-minded readers, a 

 might be exactly what you’re imagining — and more.

In our latest podcast episode, we sat down with 

 podcast, to talk about her very first visit to 

 for our October 2025 Bookcation. Meagan is widely loved in the Christian fiction community, and her perspective as both a reader and podcast host brought a fresh look at what makes these weekends so meaningful.

Discovering The Lodge and the Carlton Landing Experience

Meagan first found The Lodge through a collaborative giveaway with author 

, creator of the popular Timeless Series. After winning, she made the long drive from Nashville to 

, a master-planned lakeside community known for its charming streets, peaceful atmosphere, and family-friendly design inspired by Seaside and Rosemary Beach.

She expected a quiet reading weekend — but what she found was even better: connection, conversation, and a surprising amount of laughter.

Unlike larger reader conferences or book festivals, a Bookcation is intentionally small. With ten people, the weekend feels intimate and personal. Guests can read on porches, stroll to the Overlook, or share meals together at places like Mama Tig’s.

 — the kind of environment where real friendships form and conversations flow naturally, whether you’re sitting around the courtyard or walking the tree-lined streets of Carlton Landing.

Meeting authors Gabrielle Meyer and Alena T.

 in a warm, personal setting
• Quiet mornings with coffee, books, and conversation
• Walking to the lakefront Overlook for peaceful reading time
• Late-night talks around the fire pit
• Exploring Carlton Landing’s charming paths, parks, and scenic lake views

For avid readers — especially Christian fiction readers — this kind of experience is rare and memorable.

How This Bookcation Sparked the Faith & Fables Reader’s Retreat

One of the most exciting outcomes of Meagan’s trip was the birth of something new: the 

, hosted in collaboration with The Lodge. This all-inclusive weekend will welcome four beloved authors — Gabrielle Meyer, Amanda Dykes, Jamie Ogle, and Heather Kaufman — and will blend quiet reading time with themed events, book discussions, and cozy gatherings.

The retreat sold out within hours, but readers can join the interest list for future retreats as well as Bookcations.

Why Carlton Landing Is the Perfect Setting

With its lakeside views, walkable streets, and peaceful atmosphere, 

Carlton Landing makes the ideal destination for a reading getaway

. Guests often describe it as a blend of lake life and storybook charm — a place where time slows down and rest comes naturally.

Whether you love Christian fiction, historical fiction, or simply the idea of a slow, intentional weekend away, Carlton Landing offers the perfect backdrop.

Want to attend a future Bookcation, learn about upcoming author events, or explore retreat opportunities?

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Explore Carlton Landing rentals, restaurants, and activities through our FREE CL Travel Guide 

A weekend of rest, reading, and connection might be closer than you think — and we’d love to welcome you.

A Bookcation to Remember

From Giveaway Winner to Bookcation Guest: Meagan Robertson’s Carlton Landing Experience

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Adam and I grew up in Oklahoma, met at OU and moved to Fort Worth, TX after we married. We have 3 amazing teens & have always dreamed of owning a cabin in the woods of SE OK where I grew up. We wanted a place to escape & connect as a family, especially during the teen years when we need a strong family connection more than ever. 
 
 
 
When we stumbled across Carlton Landing & then The Lodge, it felt like home. It's the "cabin" we always wanted, but in the middle of the most family-friendly community that offers all we need to spend quality time with our kids. 
 
 
 
Family's that play and laugh together STAY together, so we've stocked The Lodge with all you'll need to have fun at home and around CL. There's always more tasks to complete- I love that CL helps me remember that people matter most. Our time at Carlton Landing has blessed our family more than we ever imagined and we hope it does the same for yours!

A Bookcation to Remember

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