Unique Amenities
Red Lights at Night
The night skies here are incredibly dark, with minimal light pollution from nearby urban areas, allowing you to see stars, satellites, and meteorites streaking across the vast expanse above.
To enhance your night vision, we use red lighting on our buildings and bridges.
We encourage you to bring binoculars or a telescope to explore the cosmos, where you’ll enjoy unobstructed, breathtaking views of the night sky.
Smokeless Fire Pits
Your private Relaxation Space features a smokeless fire pit.
These stoves burn 100% of the wood, leaving virtually no ash.
You’re welcome to bring your own wood or purchase buckets of wood on site.
Wildlife
As you enter, you’ll encounter a rich variety of wildlife. Among the plants and trees, you’ll spot beautiful birds, buzzing honeybees, and colorful butterflies, all playing their vital roles in pollination. Our 27 acres are home to deer, raccoons, squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits, foxes, woodchucks, and bats.
To preserve the natural habitat, we use no pesticides or herbicides. Feel free to bring your own bug spray if needed.
Our Retreat Animals, & Your Personal Pets
You’ll also meet our domesticated friends: Polly the Plott Hound, Lilly the Great Dane, and Moe, Larry, and Curly, our goats. We encourage you to enjoy an encounter—you’ll adore them! They’re funny, affectionate, and incredibly soft.
If you are bringing a dog, please ensure that your pet is on a leash, does not bark, and remains respectful of the other animals and guests. If your dog disturbs the peace, we’ll kindly ask you to leave without a refund.
For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, pit bulls, pit bull mixes, or aggressive dogs are not allowed. Read our Rules & Regulations.
Fireflies & Hummingbirds
Experience nature’s stunning firefly light show and mesmerizing hummingbird displays.
From March to early December, we let the area grow wild to support these wonders. Fireflies start flashing in late April, peaking around Memorial Day and lasting until late August.
Hummingbirds visit from mid-May to late October, with nectar feeders in each relaxation space for a close encounter.
2025 Celestial Celebration Dates
The full moonrise each month illuminates the Retreat like a giant, gentle spotlight. Use your telescope or binoculars to view the moon’s surface. Check the full moon calendar and reserve your spot.
Meteor Shower Dates for 2025:
- Lyrids: April 20–May 21
- Southern Delta: July 29–30
- Perseids: August 12–13
- Orinoids: October 22–23
- Southern Taurids: November 3–4
- Northern Taurids: November 8–9
- Leonids: November 16–17
- Geminids: December 1–21
- Ursids: December 16–26
- Quadrantids: December 26–January 6, 2026
Track & Trail
As part of your Rest and Relax experience, enjoy the 1/3 mile oval track on the pasture side, where you can admire the wildflowers or take a refreshing walk.
For a more invigorating challenge, hike 1/2 mile up the ridge trail to the summit, where you can feel the breeze and enjoy the view.
Outdoor Cooking Areas
The outdoor cooking area is available for guests to enjoy, offering a welcoming space to prepare your meals in the fresh air.
Equipped with a gas grill, a prep table, and a cold water sink, this area is designed to make cooking a breeze. You’ll also find a 6-foot picnic table where you can gather and savor your meal in good company. For your convenience, grill utensils, along with a few pots and pans, are provided.
We ask that you clean and return any items you use, ensuring that the space remains tidy and ready for the next guest to enjoy.
Whether you’re grilling up a feast or simply preparing a meal for yourself, this area offers a perfect setting to nourish your appetite, as well as your soul, in the beauty of nature.