Individual Overnight Retreats
Individuals are invited to experience the serene setting of St. Mary-on-the-Lake through a peaceful overnight retreat. Whether you stay for one night or several, this self-guided retreat offers time to step away from the demands of daily life and enter a quieter rhythm of prayer, reflection, solitude, and renewal. It is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself, deepen your relationship with God, and return to everyday life with renewed peace and purpose.
Overnight retreatants are welcomed as guests of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace, who reside at St. Mary-on-the-Lake. Guests stay in simple, peaceful accommodations designed to support rest and reflection. Most guestrooms are intended for single occupancy, with one room available for couples. Overnight accommodations for men are limited and subject to availability.
Guestrooms include a combination of private and shared bathrooms, and meals are graciously prepared and served by the Sisters. Retreatants are also welcome to enjoy the Peace Labyrinth, chapel, lakeside grounds, wooded trails, and other peaceful spaces throughout the property.
While lodging is provided within the Sisters' residence, meeting and gathering spaces are located in the Peace & Spirituality Center. Guests planning presentations, workshops, prayer services, or other structured retreat activities should reserve meeting space separately through the Center.
Reservations:
Individual retreats may be reserved for up to five nights and must be requested at least 10 days before your desired arrival date. Reservations may be made up to six months in advance and are subject to availability. To request a retreat, please complete the online inquiry form. Once we review your request for availability and suitability, we will respond within three to five business days with instructions for confirming your reservation.
To secure your stay, prepayment is required at least three days before arrival. We recognize that plans sometimes change, and your prepayment is always fully refundable should you need to cancel. This policy simply helps us care responsibly for our limited accommodations and ensure that retreat opportunities remain available and accessible to everyone seeking a peaceful place for rest and reflection.
Other Important Information:
All overnight retreats (group and individual) are available to individuals over the age of 25.
All overnight guests — including those attending as part of a group — must present a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or state ID) at check-in. We will not be able to check in any guest without it.
To learn more about guestrooms, meeting spaces, retreat logistics, and suggested donations, please explore the resources below.
Explore Our Retreat Guides & Experiences
While staying overnight, you are welcome to enrich your experience by choosing one of the Peace & Spirituality Center's themed self-guided day retreats, each offering a different focus, activities, and reflections. Or, if you prefer something more flexible, you can explore our collection of self-guided retreat itineraries and enjoy them at your own pace.
You may also request a Spiritual Accompaniment session with one of our sisters or partner spiritual directors (subject to availability).
All of these options are completely optional! You are always free to spend your time however you wish. Explore the resources below to learn more and find what speaks to you.
Spiritual Accompaniment
Meet with a spiritual director or companion as part of a self-guided retreat experience designed to support prayerful reflection, discernment, and spiritual growth.
Self-Guided Retreat Guides
Explore our themed self-guided retreat itineraries, available anytime with no reservation needed! Enjoy inspiring reflections and activities at your own pace.
Themed Self-Guided Retreat Experiences
Discover our themed self-guided retreats, each with its own focus, activities, and resources. Reservations are required, but the experience is always yours!
St. Mary-on-the-Lake Library
Enjoy a peaceful space for reading, reflection, and spiritual exploration. Browse our collection of books, discover new perspectives, and take time to simply be.