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An escape in the Black Forest

Retreats to meet your needs

Whether you’re seeking a space to retreat for yourself or a group, there is spiritual sanctuary here in the Black Forest. Two large, well-appointed retreat houses await you, with handicap, single and double room options. Use the space just for the day or extend your stay here at Benet Hill. We have meeting spaces for groups and meals in the monastery dining room for those who would rather not cook while on retreat. 

Upon request, we also offer transportation to/from the monastery, spiritual direction for a guided retreat, or healing energy work. 

For individuals who wish to go deeper, there is a five-day guided retreat option and, in certain situations, a longer guided retreat is available.

Guided retreats

For some individuals, time spent in quiet contemplation and with a Benedictine spiritual director changes everything.

Guided retreats are perfect if:
  • You are discerning a change in your life.
  • You are seeking the Divine purpose for your life.
  • You need someone who will listen with the ear of their heart to help you find the wisdom of the Divine that already exists within you.

In solitude or communion

Individual and group retreats

Individual

Tend to your soul in a retreat house nestled in the pine forest. Walk the trails. Linger at prayer sites. Rest. And meet daily with a Benedictine spiritual director if you choose.

  • Private (self-guided) or guided retreats
  • Single occupancy bedroom with private or shared bathroom
  • Common areas are living and dining rooms, kitchen, and outdoor spaces
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Group

Tend to your relationships with family, friends, social club or co-workers. Strengthen your social network while resting, learning, walking and listening to the sounds of the forest together.
  • Single or double occupancy bedrooms with shared bathroom
  • Common areas are living and dining rooms, kitchen, and outdoor spaces
  • Meeting space available
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Accommodations

Abrahaven

Abrahaven is a two-story home with four bedrooms, two connecting bathrooms, full kitchen, dining room, living room and deck on the upper level. A conference room is located on the garden level with laundry facilities, bathroom with walk-in shower, and half bathroom.
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Pinehaven

Pinehaven is a double wide, single level home with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, full kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry facilities and deck by the front door.
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Conference facilities

Conference facilities are available in Abrahaven and the main Monastery building. They may be rented together or individually to suit your needs.

  • Sarah Hall (Abrahaven) seats 20-30
  • Classroom (Monastery) seats 20-30
  • Chapel (Monastery) seats up to 150
  • Dining Room (Monastery) seats 75

Retreat fees

You have choices when planning your retreat here at Benet Hill:

  • Provide your own meals or enjoy some or all of your meals in the monastery dining room
  • Meet with a Benedictine spiritual director
  • Enjoy a Healing Energy session
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Private Overnight Retreat for Individuals
Starting at $80 per person
Private Day Retreat for Individuals

Starting at $45 per person

Overnight Retreat Groups (up to 15 persons)

Starting at $60 per person

Day Retreat Groups (4+ people)
Starting at $200 (nonprofits), $225 (for-profits)

Retreat requests and payments

Sister Mary Glenn, OSB

In order to protect the health of our community, we ask that all retreatants be fully vaccinated and have at least one booster vaccination. Please carefully review the COVID Procedures below before completing a retreat request. When you're ready, complete the form below with your contact information and desired retreat dates, accommodations, and extra services. All retreat requests are handled personally through email or telephone.

***Once your retreat request is approved and dates finalized, a $50 non-refundable fee is required.***

To make a payment by check, please make your check payable to "Benet Hill Monastery," and mail your check to:

Benet Hill Monastery
Attn: Retreat Ministry
3190 Benet Lane
Colorado Springs, CO 80921

COVID Procedures
Retreat request form
Pay by by credit card