easy
overnight to several days
Suitable for all fitness levels as activities are low-impact and lodging offers comfort.
Escape to ARC Retreat Community’s single room lodge for peaceful solitude amid 90 acres of forest and wetlands. Find calm, comfort, and connection in Stanchfield, Minnesota.
Starting at $239 | 1 Person per room | Includes Meals
“ARC was born in the womb of silence.” Ruth Halvorson, founder
Since the 1970s thousands of guests have been drawn to the beauty and grandeur of the Lodge and Cottage in this creekside, forested oasis. Hundreds more have retreated to the Hermitage. ARC’s setting on 90 acres of pristine forest and protected wetlands is a place of healing, renewal and respite.
Like the threads of mycelia that spread throughout this land facilitating communication between organisms and aiding the exchange of nutrients, members of the ARC family as guests, practitioners, volunteers, and donors are part of an ‘ecosystem’ interconnected through the restorative power of nature, nurturing and silence.
As stewards of this land and this exceptional retreat center, it is our duty to see to its financial health. The current published overnight rates reflect the value of your stay at ARC.
Be assured that with the help of private donations, we are able to offer scholarships and membership options that will allow ARC to remain accessible to all.
Sincerely, ARC Board of Directors
-Weekday and Weekend: $239/night
This large space accommodates a maximum of 16 guests in 10 single rooms and 3 double rooms. Guest rooms are private with shared bathrooms. Linens and towels are provided.
Maintain low noise levels in the lodge and communal areas to preserve the peaceful atmosphere for all guests.
Minnesota wetlands attract mosquitoes in warmer months, so insect repellent helps keep your stay comfortable.
Stick to marked paths to protect the local flora and fauna and avoid disturbing sensitive wetland habitats.
Weather in Minnesota can change quickly, so bring layers to stay comfortable throughout the day.
The land around ARC Retreat Community was historically used by local Ojibwe communities and later preserved for conservation.
ARC prioritizes sustainable practices including native plant restoration and responsible trail management to protect the wetland ecosystems.
Helps you adjust to changing temperatures throughout the day and across seasons.
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Protects against mosquitoes and other bugs common near wetlands in warmer months.
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Ideal for trail walks around the forest and wetlands to maintain comfort and safety.
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Capture the natural beauty and wildlife throughout your stay.
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