Retreats USA

Solitary Spiritual Retreat Centers
United States

The TAT Foundation guide to hermitages, cabins,
and other places for spiritual reflection.

The non-profit TAT Foundation is all about helping spiritual seekers find their Way, through this web site, offering the free monthly Forum newsletter, publishing spiritual books and videos, and holding spiritual events each year.

On this page you’ll find information about retreat sites and suggestions to help you get the most out of your retreat. This listing of retreat facilities will help you find a place of solitude to spend quiet time in reflection. Places offering only communal meals are included, and noted as such, for consideration of those doing fasting retreats. Places with shared kitchen facilities are included and noted as such. Facilities requiring previous instruction, active guidance or a particular belief-system are not included.

Many facilities require reservations, sometimes months ahead due to popularity. (For a last minute budget alternative, try an inexpensive motel room with kitchenette, especially during an area’s off-season.) The majority are run by religious organizations but welcome all guests. Also, many either operate on a suggested-donation basis or reduce charges for those unable to pay the full amount. Costs under $40/night or the equivalent are noted as “economical.” Stays of a week or longer are sometimes discounted.

Wondering how can you make the best use of time while in solitude? Check the TAT Forum articles on solitary retreats titled Isolation by Shawn Nevins and Solitary Spiritual Retreat by Bob Fergeson.

Please contact us with recommendations on locations that aren’t listed, or to share your experiences with a facility, or for other communications.

AlabamaFacilityCommentsContact
Fort Mitchell, AL 36836Blessed Trinity Shrine RetreatNew hermitage for solitary retreats. Economical for a week or more.E-mail or phone (334) 855-4474
AlaskaFacilityCommentsContact
Halibut Cove, AK 99603A Stillpoint in Halibut CoveFor solitude, one hermitage cabin is set apart from twelve cabins.E-mail or phone (907) 296-2283
Juneau AK 99801Shrine of St. ThereseCabins for solitary retreats.E-mail or phone (907) 780-6112
ArizonaFacilityCommentsContact
Benson, AZ 85602Cascabel Conservation Assn.Hermitages for solitary retreats.E-mail Susan Tollefson or phone (520) 212-2574
Cortaro, AZ 85652Desert House of PrayerHermitages for private retreats. Very conducive to solitude.E-mail or phone (520) 744-3825
Cortaro, AZ 85652Redemptorist Renewal CenterHermitages for private retreats.Phone (520) 744-3400
Oracle, AZ 85623Round House900 square foot Round House.E-mail or phone (800) 868-5617
Pearce, AZ 85625Cochise Stronghold B&BTipi and cottage for solitary retreats.E-mail or phone (877) 426-4141
Sedona, AZ 86336Angel ValleyGuesthouse with shared kitchen or cabins.E-mail or phone (928) 634-1320; (800) 393-6308
Sedona, AZ 86336Sedona Mago RetreatCasitas for private retreats.E-mail or phone (800) 875-2256; (928) 204-3391
ArkansasFacilityCommentsContact
Eureka Springs, AR 72632Little Portion Retreat CenterPrivate rooms with use of stocked kitchen for solitary retreats.Phone (479) 253-7379 or or e-mail
New Blaine, AR 72851Hesychia House of PrayerHermitages for solitary retreats.Phone (479) 938-7375 or e-mail
Parthenon, AR 72666River Spirit RetreatGuest cottage & gate house. Hermitage under construction.E-mail or phone (870) 446-5642
CaliforniaFacilityCommentsContact
Badger, CA 93603Seven Circles Retreat CenterA non-profit organization, and is commited to providing a space where people of all ages, faiths, and ethnicities, can gather for renewal, and spiritual growth.(559) 337-0211 or e-mail
Big Sur, CA 93920-9656New Camaldoli HermitageRooms and five hermitage trailers for private retreats.(831) 667-2456 8-11:30 AM and 1:15-5 PM or e-mail
Boulder Creek, CA 95006Vajrapani InstituteOffering 7 private retreat cabins with meal delivery for meditation retreat, study, quiet contemplation, in a secluded and blessed retreat environment. All traditions are welcome.(800) 531-4001 x1 or e-mail
Carmel Valley, CA 93924Casa De Las Rosas2BR/2BA furn. home across from Our Lady Mt. Carmel ChurchPhone (309) 579-2032 for reservations / availability; e-mail
Hayfork, CA 96041Silver Springs Mountain RetreatLodge, cabin and tent camps for private retreats. Rustic. Economical.Phone (707) 496-8840 or e-mail
Middletown, CA 95461Four SpringsOur cabins and meeting facilities offer comfort and seclusion on 280 forested acres.E-mail or phone (888) 428-5189
Nevada City, CA 95959Ananda Meditation RetreatSurrounded by 72 acres of beautiful meditation gardens and wild forest in Northern California, the Ananda Meditation Retreat is an ideal setting for a rejuvenating, inner experience.E-mail or phone (530) 478-7557
North San Juan, CA 95960Pleasant Valley SanctuarySingle cabins available for seclusion as well as camping.E-mail or phone (530) 209-5059
Ojai, CA 93023The Ojai FoundationCanvas domes, yurts, and tipis on wooden platforms. Economical.E-mail or phone (805) 646-8343
Ojai, CA 93023Ojai Soul ArtsSelf-contained private suite and cottage for solitary retreats.E-mail or phone (805) 746-1657
San Rafael, CA 94901Santa Sabina CenterHermitage for private retreats.E-mail or phone (415) 457-7727
Sierra Madre CA 91024Mater DolorosaHermitage for solitary retreats. Economical.Phone (626) 355-7188 or e-mail
Sonoma, CA 95476Sky Farm HermitageFive guest hermitages for silence and solitude.E-mail or phone (707) 938-8956
Vacaville, CA 95688Silent StayFour shared guest rooms are available in The Hermitage.E-mail or phone (707) 474-4833
ColoradoFacilityCommentsContact
Colorado Springs, CO 80809Sanctuary of the RosePrivate guesthouse.Phone (719) 433-3072 or e-mail
Colorado Springs, CO 80921Benet Pines Retreat CenterThree hermitages for private retreats.Phone (719) 495-2574 or e-mail
Crestone, CO 81131Crestone Mountain Zen CenterPrivate cabins and camping for solitary retreats.E-mail or phone (719) 256-4692
Crestone, CO 81131Spiritual Life InstituteHermitages for solitary retreats.E-mail or phone (719) 256-4778
Crestone, CO 81131Yeshe Khorlo Retreat CenterCabins for solitary retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (719) 256-5224
Gunnison, CO 81230Private retreat cabinFor solitary retreats; on 40 acres surrounded by BLM.E-mail
Pagosa Springs, CO 81147Tara MandalaFive retreat cabins.E-mail or phone (970) 731-3711
Snowmass, CO 81654St. Benedict’s MonasteryPrivate rooms for solitary retreats. Shared kitchen facility (stocked).E-mail or phone (970) 927-1162
ConnecticutFacilityCommentsContact
Gaylordsville, CT 06755Oratory Retreat CenterHermitage in the woods for private retreats.E-mail or phone (860) 354-8294
DelawareFacilityCommentsContact
D.C.FacilityCommentsContact
Washington, D.C. 20017Franciscan MonasteryHermitage with kitchenette for private retreat.E-mail or phone (202) 526-6800
FloridaFacilityCommentsContact
Ona, FL 33865Rasayana CoveCabin for private retreat. Meals provided.E-mail or phone (863) 494-7565
GeorgiaFacilityCommentsContact
Hiawassee, GA 30546Enota Mountain RetreatCabins and camping sites.Use e-mail form; phone (706) 896-9966 or (800) 990-8869
HawaiiFacilityCommentsContact
Holualoa HI 96725Holualoa Coffee CottageCottage for private retreats. (Kona Coast, Big Island.)Phone (808) 322-0886 or e-mail
IdahoFacilityCommentsContact
Mesa, ID 83643-5005Marymount HermitageCabins for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (208) 256-4354
IllinoisFacilityCommentsContact
Frankfort, IL 60423-8330Portiuncula CenterHermitages for private retreats.E-mail or phone (815) 464-3880
Stockton, IL 61085Christ in the WildernessHermitages for private retreats.Use e-mail form on web site or phone (815) 947-2476
IndianaFacilityCommentsContact
Mt St Francis, IN 47146Mt. St. Francis Retreat CenterLakeside hermitage.E-mail or phone (812) 923-8817
IowaFacilityCommentsContact
Dubuque, IA 52003-9501Our Lady of the MississippiSeveral guest facilities for solitary retreats.E-mail Guest Mistress or phone (563) 582-2595
Hiawatha, IA 52233PrairiewoodsTwo hermitages for solitary retreats. Economical.Use inquiry form on web site or phone (319) 395-6700
Toddville, IA 52341The ArkHermitage for solitary retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (319) 294-0941
KansasFacilityCommentsContact
Atchison, KS 66002Mount St. ScholasticaSt. Catherine’s and Marywood houses for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (913) 360-6173
Holton, KS 66436The SanctuarySecluded hermitage cabin for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (785) 271-1850
KentuckyFacilityCommentsContact
Clay City, KY 40312Hermitage RentalThe Hermitage provides complete seclusion.E-mail
Martin, KY 41649Mount Tabor Retreat CenterHermitage for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (606) 886-9624
Nerinx, KY 40049-9999Cedars of PeaceSeven cabins for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (270) 865-5291
LouisianaFacilityCommentsContact
MaineFacilityCommentsContact
Brooks, ME 04921Rolling Meadows Yoga & Meditation Retreat CenterPrivate rooms in a large converted farmhouse overlooking the coastal hills of Maine.E-mail; or phone (888) 666-6412
Saco, ME 04072The Mindfulness Center of Southern MaineA single bedroom and private full bathroom for short or long-term stays.E-mailE-mail or phone (207) 294-3377
MarylandFacilityCommentsContact
Germantown, MD 20876Dayspring Retreat CenterAn ecumenical silent retreat center, a sacred place set aside for silence, solitude, reflection and prayer.E-mail or phone (301) 916-1131
Leonardtown, MD 20650Camp Maria Retreat CenterA cottage for private retreats in a serene setting overlooking beautiful Breton Bay.E-mail or phone (301) 475-8330

MassachusettsFacilityCommentsContact
01230 Great Barrington, MAEast Mountain Retreat CenterOpen Apr-Oct. Private rooms with stocked kitchen. Economical.E-mail or phone (413) 528-6617
Spencer, MA 01562-1233Abbey Retreat HouseEleven private rooms each with a private bath.(508) 885-8710; 167 North Spencer Rd
MichiganFacilityCommentsContact
Brooklyn, MI 49230De Sales CenterHermitages. Check availability online. Economical.E-mail or phone Debbie at (517) 592-6129
LeRoy, MI 49655Morningstar RetreatCabins and camping sites for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (231) 768-4368
Three Rivers, MI 49093GilChrist (Fetzer Institute)Hermitages for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (269) 244-1130
Vestaburg, MI 48891-9555Emmaus MonasteryFacilities for private retreats. Economical.E-mail or phone (989) 268-5494
Watervliet, MI 49098Ronora Lodge and Retreat CenterLonnie’s Eco Cottage, an octagon shaped cedar log cabin.E-mail or phone (269) 463-6315
MinnesotaFacilityCommentsContact
Annandale, MN 55302-3507Clare’s WellThree hermitage cabins for solitary retreats (meals optional).Phone (320) 274-3512
Bemidji, MNStill, Quiet PlaceA simple cabin for one person.E-mail or phone (218) 243-2574
Janesville, MN 56048Holy Spirit Retreat CenterLaForesta and Jacoba hermitage cabins. Economical.E-mail or phone (507) 234-5712
Little Falls, MN 56345Franciscan Sisters HermitageTwo self-catering hermitage apartments.E-mail or phone (320) 632-2981
McGrath, MN 56350Shire in the WoodsHermitages for private retreats.E-mail or phone (320) 592-0180
St. Francis, MN 55070Pacem In TerrisCabins for solitary retreats.Phone (763) 444-6408 (8 AM – 8 PM, CST)
St. Joseph, MN 56374-0220Saint Benedict’s MonasteryOne hermitage for solitude and prayer.E-mail or phone (320) 363-7115
Stanchfield, MN 55080ARC Retreat CenterHermitage for solitary retreats.E-mail or phone (763) 689-3540
MississippiFacilityCommentsContact
Brooksville, MS 39739The Dwelling PlaceThree hermitages for private retreats.E-mail or phone (662) 738-5348
MissouriFacilityCommentsContact
Ava, MO 65608-9142Assumption AbbeyPrivate rooms in small guest house. Kitchen facilities.Use e-mail form on site or phone (417) 683-5110
Lonedell, MO 63060Windridge SolitudeRetreat cottages in quiet nature.Phone (636) 629-4449 or e-mail (preferred)
Pevely, MO 63070Vision of Peace HermitagesHermitages for private retreats.Phone (636) 475-3697 for info and reservations
Pittsburg, MO 65724Hermitage Spiritual Retreat CenterFour hermitage apartments. Shared kitchen and bath.Phone (816) 363-3968 or e-mail
MontanaFacilityCommentsContact
Forsyth, MT 59327PR Country ComfortsFully furnished home for church groups or individuals for spiritual renewal.Phone (406) 356-2619; (406) 351-2150 or e-mail
Three Forks, MT 59752Buffalo Jump Vacation HomeFurnished guest home for solitude & healing.Phone (406) 600-6358; (406) 285-6907 or e-mail

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