The Mother Lodge - Cozy Cabin on the Creek

REOPENING SUMMER 2025!

PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION BEFORE BOOKING THIS CABIN. Water (COLD) in this cabin comes from a hand pump and there are no shower facilities. Rustic, 420 friendly, secluded, fire pit!

Enjoy over 700 square ft of coziness! The screened in porch welcomes you to this cabin on the Hersey Creek. The main floor has a kitchen with a hand pump for water, counter top oven, hotplate, flattop, and crock pot are available for cooking, electric kettle for heating water, coffee maker, mini fridge, and a table that seats four. The living room has comfy chairs and a convertible sofa as well as a wood stove.

The space
Upstairs a bunkbed and one twin bed as well as a full size bed are snuggled into a spacious area which has a sliding door wall and porch overlooking the creek. Like to spend time writing, drawing, or even, working? There are two separate desks both with natural light in addition to the light from the door wall. Wake-up to the view of deer or wildlife stopping by the creek for a drink. Enjoy the new screened in porch with a clear roof for lots of sunlight. Able to sleep a total of 7, Mother Lodge is also perfect for a couple or a solo journey. Mother Lodge has electricity, an indoor toilet and tub (but no running water, buckets are provided), hand pump for water (sole source) from the kitchen, wood-burning stove for heating, and a large screened-in porch. Forgot the marshmallows? Reach out, we have most everything you need in a pinch. The fire pit also overlooks the creek and is perfect for a relaxing evening.

Wi-fi is available upon advanced request. Please get in touch before your visit if you want to use the wi-fi hot spot. An additional $20 charge may apply

As an Eco-spiritual retreat center, we encourage our guests to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Walk the trails or labyrinth on our 35 acres or those on the neighboring 90 acres. We share the opportunities to wander with our friends to the south MorningStar Retreat center for a seamless experience for our guest and theirs. Please stay on trails and keep pets leashed! A large labyrinth, spirit wheel, and wailing wall are also on the neighbor's property to the south. Acres of woods, creek, gardens and places to wander await you. The Fred Meijer White Pine Linear State Park is only a few steps away an is a paved "Rails to Trails" pathway of over 90 miles stretching from Grand Rapids to Cadillac. Plan a bike excursion and stay here along the way!

Guest access
We're located about 3/4 mile down a dirt two track road. Parking is available in front of the cabin in the circular driveway. Four wheel drive or snow tires are recommended in winter.

Other things to note
We trust that as you make the choice to join us for a time of retreat, you recognize that there are inherent risks to being in the wilderness and to retreating in simple, rustic cabins. It is your responsibility to take the necessary precautions and use wise judgment while in the cabins and on the land.

In addition, the cabins and land have been tended and held as sacred space for over three decades to serve those seeking healing, wholeness, and love. As you join us for a time of retreat, we hope you will join us in honoring this history by relating to the cabins and land in a thoughtful and respectful way.

Please use the “Wilderness Ethic” and pack out what you pack in including all trash. "Leave no trace."

Base price is for 3 people, additional fees apply for additional guests.
All guests booking are required to have proper identification for all guests staying at the listing. If you're not able to be validated reservation will be cancelled. Wi-fi available upon request.