Typical groups include: Yoga, Meditation, Family Reunion, Religious, Weddings, Native American, Veterans, Scrap Book, Social Work, School Groups, Unplugged Getaway!!.
We Offer:
* A quiet secluded setting for your group
* Comfortable lodging for up to 90 people - (Nearby hotels for groups larger than 90) - intimate cabins and large family style housing
* Customized home cooked meals for groups over 25
* Kitchens in all cabins for those wishing to cook for themselves
* Meeting spaces for groups of 25 to 150
* Outdoor areas for ceremonies, bonfires, sports, hiking, fishing, swimming and boating.
* Woods, meadows, private lake, and miles of nature trails
Meeting Space -- We have facilities accommodating small groups as well as large gatherings. Our main meeting hall has seating for 150 people and is fully equipped with a professional kitchen, a stage and bathrooms with showers.
Typical interest groups: Yoga, Meditation, Social workers, Native Americans, Montessori School groups, Family reunions, Weddings, Men's groups, Scrap bookers, Chrysalis Moon Festival, Ronora opens her arms to all.
Faith
Non-Faith Based:
Non-Faith Based
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: Ronora is . . . where understanding begins, where a century-old turtle named Moby lives in the lake, a 2-mile hike, seeing the rare Red Lily, the monarch and the woodcock grow and flourish, a Harvest Moon before lodge, a coyote's howl, a sighting of one's Self, Believing, while sitting at Grace in the Woods, where no one is a stranger, where there is laughter and tears. -- Deej Leggitt
Average Cost: $$$
Environment: Lake / Pond, Rural, Rustic, Woods
Gay Friendly: Yes!
Special Needs: Wheelchair Access
Restrictions: No Alcohol, No Drugs, No Smoking
Environmentally Sustainable:
Yes!
Redtail Nature Preserve includes 200+ acres of undeveloped wetlands, forests and pastures. Ronora features organic gardens, recycling, composting, historic refurbished buildings, rainwater collection, composting toilet, and on-demand water heaters.
Language: English
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
90
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
150
Dates Closed to Groups: Closed December through April 15
Meeting Rooms:
| Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
| Chadwicke Hall | 2000 | 150 | Spacious and historic log-construction meeting space for meals and events with stage, bathrooms, community showers, carpet, fireplace, and full service professional kitchen. |
| Trilogy Lodge | 2600 | 20 | 10 bedrooms, 6 baths, open meeting/living room with historic fireplace, full kitchen, barbecue patio, and sundeck with overlook. |
| Grandma's House | 2200 | 22 | 3 private bedrooms, 2 large loft rooms, 2 baths, handicapped accessible, living room with fireplace, eat-in country kitchen, grand veranda with overlook, and sundeck with grill. |
| Ranch Lodge | 2500 | 24 | 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, kitchen and large meeting/living room with fireplace. |
| Casa de Luz | 730 | 6 | Modern cottage with two private bedrooms, loft with bed, screen porch overlook, fireplace, living room, and bathroom and kitchen tiled throughout. |
| Lonnie's Cabin | 0 | 2 | Rustic, remote and eco-friendly. Spacious master bedroom, skylight, large fireplace, tiled bathroom, screen porch with water overlook and brick barbecue, rainwater collection system, composting toilet, and on-demand water heater. |
| Plant House | 610 | 5 | Quaint, two bedrooms, kitchen, living room with fireplace, tiled bathroom, and veranda. |
Groups Served: 12 Step / Addiction / Recovery, Arts / Crafts, Business, Church / Faith / Religious, Dance / Theater, Educational, Families, Health / Healing, Lesbian / Gay, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Music, Nature / Adventure, Non-profit, Peace / Justice, Personal Development Groups, Reunions, Silent, Weddings, Womens Groups, Writing, Yoga Groups, Youth Groups
Amenities: Basketball Court, Biking trails, Carpet, Chapel / Temple, Fire Pit / Circle, Fireplaces, Gardens / Outdoor Space, Massage Services, Meditation Hall, On-line / Internet Access, Sauna, Tennis Court, Volleyball, Walking/ Hiking Trails, Yoga Classes
Special Features: Peaceful nature sanctuary, private lake, paddle boats, swimming, great fishing, horses to feed and pet, good stargazing, ceremonial area, trails, over 70 species of birds, and other wildlife.
Technology and AV: Wifi in select areas. TV with DVD/VCR available on request.
Room Types: Cottage / Cabin, Dorm
Total Number of Rooms:
35
Children OK: Yes!
Housing: Each lodge has it's own unique set up. Lodges come with fully equipped kitchens for meal prep. Beds come with a pillow and comforter, linens can be purchased or feel free to bring your own.
Please give us a call so we can fully understand your needs.
Food: Organic / Locally Grown, Raw Food Options, Restricted Diet Options, Vegetarian or Vegan Options
Meal Availability: Available Nearby, Available On Site, Kitchen - Private, Kitchen - Shared, Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
9325 Dwight Boyer Road
PO Box 111
Watervliet, MI 49098
United States
Travel Info: Ronora Lodge and Retreat Center is 100 miles from Chicago and 165 miles from Detroit, just a few miles from I-94, exit 41.
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Camp Butterfly
8/20/2012
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Our organization serves and supports at-risk teen girls ages 11–17 years. Ronora provides the perfect backdrop for transformation: fresh, healthy and nutritious food, safe and comfortable sleeping spaces, and abundant room to run, play, connect, heal, reflect and grow. Coming to Ronora is like coming home...no matter how long since our last visit, we are always welcomed with open arms and love. There's no other place we'd rather be for healing and growing with our girls and community.
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AIRBNB GUEST
5/30/2017
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A great place for a relaxing weekend. It was secluded, quiet and scenic. The place does not have any high end stuff but more than makes up for it with this rustic charm. The Trilogy house was adequately equipped and the kitchen was our favorite spot where we spent a good time trying to feed 25 of us:). The lake nearby was a simple one with a couple of paddle boats and a place to relax. For the big group fun, Silver beach and Hagar Park (20 min ride from here) were just a 10 min ride away.
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AIRBNB GUEST
10/20/2016
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Ronora was incredibly helpful! I booked this listing for my parents anniversary, but the week before their stay, my Grandfather unexpectedly passed and we were worried that we'd need to cancel the visit. Ronora was very accommodating, and even left a basket of flowers with a sympathy card for my parents when they arrived. Casa De Luz was perfect for their weekend getaway It was just what they needed, and they're already talking about visiting again!
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AIRBNB GUEST
9/1/2016
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The cabin was exactly as advertised and Teresa was very accommodating. The property is beautiful and had a neat summer camp vibe to it. I would recommend it to anyone - great value and an easy drive from both South Haven and Saint Joseph. It was also nice that the hosts were not nosey at all and let you be for the duration of the stay. All around a great experience.
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AIRBNB GUEST
8/15/2016
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Huge dorm-like place, I can see 5 families fit in there comfortably. There is a small lake on the property, and it's about 20 minutes away from Lake Michigan. Overall it was a nice peaceful experience.
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Reservation Criteria: Reservations can be made by calling the main office or through our website.
You can make reservations for just lodging or for groups of 25 or more lodging and meal plans.
Give us a call! I'd love to help you have a wonderful visit!
Retreat Contact: admin assistant
Phone: (269) 463-6315
Website:
View Retreat Website
Organization Contact:
Ronora Lodge and Retreat Center
9325 Dwight Boyer Road
PO Box 111
Watervliet, MI 49098
United States
Organization Website: View Organization Website