The Hermitage provides a wonderful environment for small group retreats. Groups can come with their own set program, or they can request Hermitage staff to provide leadership.
Request our current Group Reservation Agreement for more details about bringing a group to the Hermitage. Group reservation inquiries should be emailed to contact@hermitagecommunity.org
Group Rates
Groups are asked to pay a fixed fee rather than by donation based on a formula of $125/room overnight including meals. Group size is typically limited to 14 persons whether for overnight or day use. Contact staff for exceptions and possibilities of double occupancy.
Overnight groups
The Hermitage can accommodate groups of up to 14 people overnight in St. Joseph’s Barn, the Ken Hanby Center, and cabins. Group rates are based on individual use rates and may include a fee for group meeting space. Please contact us for group rates.
- For overnight groups, the Gathering Room or Chapel Rental: $125 per day ($160/day for both)
- Please inquire regarding exclusive group bookings.
Day groups
The Hermitage occasionally can accommodate weekday groups of up to 14 people in the Gathering Room and the Chapel of Transfiguration in the Ken Hanby Center.
- Weekday group of 6-14, having lunch, with use of the Gathering Room or Chapel but no guest rooms – weekday $160 + lunches ($16 per person). (Saturday/Sunday usually not available).
- Weekday group rental of the Gathering Room or Chapel, but no meals: $160 per day ($220/day for both).
Directed Group Retreats
Depending on availability, Hermitage community members are occasionally available to provide directed Group Retreats at The Hermitage.
Please let us know if you would be interested in exploring this for your group retreat.
Group Enquiry Form
Would you like to offer a retreat without the stress of planning and facilitating it yourself?
Bring your group to The Hermitage—a peaceful, nurturing retreat setting with lodging, meeting spaces, simple nutritious meals, walking paths, and an atmosphere of rest and quiet.
Carol Vriend Petter—a spiritual director, coach, chaplain, and experienced retreat leader—can help design and lead a retreat tailored to your group.
A Retreat Tailored to Your Group
With your input, Carol will shape an experience that reflects your group’s hopes and needs:
- Customized Topics: Together, we’ll choose a theme focused on spiritual and emotional wellness.
- Flexible Format: Choose a two- or three-day retreat format.
- Collaborative Planning: We’ll design the theme, schedule, and format together.
Carol leads and facilitates the retreat; your group manages participant communication and coordinates lodging and meals directly with The Hermitage.
Cost
- $100 per day for retreat leadership, plus Carol’s lodging and meals at The Hermitage.
- Planning meetings are included at no additional cost.
Get in Touch Today
Ready to help your community pause, renew, and reconnect?
- For planning the content and flow of the retreat: Contact Carol Vriend Petter at cpetter5018@gmail.com or 616-460-6513.

