The Right Place For Your Next Church Retreat
Grow Closer To God & Each Other
What Sets Our Resort Apart?
You Can Focus On Building Relationships & Worship
The last thing you want to do on a retreat is worry.
Worry about the health and safety of your group.
Worry if they’ll be entertained.
Worry if you’ll achieve your goals for the trip.
Worry if you’ll have access to the spaces you need for worship and breakout groups.
We take all the worries out of your retreat. We have everything you need to achieve the outcomes you hope for. All you need to do is figure out how to get your group here. We’ll take care of the rest!
Is It Really Worth Dealing With All That Sand In Your Luggage?
We Think So. Here’s Why.
Space For All Your Needs
In addition to spacious sleeping arrangements, we also have a great worship space, a place for your band, small group areas, and places to relax.
We have all the entertainment you need on-site so you can focus on your trip goals rather than complicated logistics for off-site excursions.
Focus On Your Trip Goals
Come Back Fired Up
Your group will come back to your church fired up and will spread their energy and the Word throughout your congregation and beyond.
Planning A Retreat Is Easy With Our No-Sweat Planning Process
Select Your Preferred Travel Dates
Secure Your Spot With A Contract & Deposit
Show Up, Have Fun, & Build Relationships
(Save Your Sweating For The Beach!)
You Could Leave, But You Don’t Have To!
Ditch The Stress And Enjoy Plentiful Amenities & Activities
We’ve thought of it all, including
Wireless internet
1,600 square foot shared worship space
Full commercial kitchen
4 bunk rooms
2 staff rooms
Boardwalk directly onto the beach
Private pool with large deck area
Sand volleyball court
Basketball goal
2 charcoal grills
Parking for buses, vans, or cars
Church Groups Of All Ages Have Phenomenal Retreats
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“So convenient and set up perfectly for church groups!”
— Kim M.
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“I can’t say enough about this wonderful place. I have visited here many times with our youth group and other youth groups. If you are planning a retreat, you would serve yourself well to check with them first. Reasonable prices, a great location, and many wonderful facilities. Love it!!!”
— Ray R.
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“Our church youth camp was at Gulf Shores Beach Retreat this year and we had a blast. When we came to the retreat, everything was cleaned and set up for us to use. The students loved how close the house was to the beach. We did lots of exploring and there were great places to go that were walking distance from the retreat. The meeting room upstairs was a great place where we got to hang out, do our devotionals, and pray.”
— Irene A., Youth Leader
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“We had an awesome time at the GSBR! We had plenty of room and really enjoyed our privacy. The facilities were excellent and we enjoyed being so close to the beach and in the heart of Gulf Shores. We can’t wait to go back someday!”
— Jessica A., Youth Leader
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“Our college group from the University of North Alabama stayed at the Gulf Shores Beach Retreat this past weekend and we all thoroughly enjoyed it. The facility was very accommodating and right across from the beach. We enjoyed spending time with one another and growing closer to God. Definitely worth a visit.”
— Jason T., Campus Leader
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“Gulf Shores Beach Retreat was a great place for our women’s retreat. The cozy atmosphere fosters fellowship while easily accommodating 100 plus ladies.”
— Dotty G., Women’s Leader
Common Questions About Our Retreat
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Summer: $45 per person per night (55 person minimum)
Late Summer: $45 per person per night (40 person minimum)
Fall: $40 per person per night (30 person minimum)
Winter: $35 per person per night (25 person minimum)
Spring: $40 per person per night (30 person minimum)
Extra Costs: $400 cleaning fee per side of the retreat
Valid through Dec 2023
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We can accommodate up to 160 guests. We have 2 identical camps under one roof and each side sleeps 80.
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Each side of the retreat has 4 bunk rooms: 2 downstairs bunk rooms sleep 16 each. 2 upstairs bunk rooms keep 20 each. Each bunk room has 2 showers, 2 toilets, and 3 sinks.
There are also 2 staff/leader rooms on each side of the retreat. The staff/leader room has a queen bed, a set of bunks, and a private bathroom.
The retreat has central heat and air with controls in the kitchen and meeting room.
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Guests bring towels, pillows, bedding for a twin bed (either sheets or a sleeping bag), and toiletries. Leaders also bring paper products and food items. We provide a starter set of toilet tissue and garbage bags but you are responsible for refills as needed. Click here for your guest and leader lists.
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Absolutely! Your cooks will love having their own commercial kitchen with 2 ovens, 2 microwaves, 2 refrigerators, a stand-up freezer, toasters, pots, pans, plates, silverware, and picnic tables. There is a shared commercial ice machine outside of the kitchen. Our kitchens are downstairs. If you do not want to cook yourself then we can also provide meals – email for details.
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Yes, we have a 1600 sq ft meeting room with 175 folding chair, tables, and 2 flatscreen tvs. This area can be used by both groups and you can schedule the time you would like to use it. Our meeting room is upstairs over the kitchen.
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No! You will have your own private pool with quality lounge chairs, sand volleyball, basketball, parking, charcoal grills, and a kitchen. But do please bring your own volleyballs and basketballs. The meeting room will be shared with both groups.
