Plan Your Retreat At The Beach
Here’s Why Guests Come Back Year After Year
Our Values
Rooted In Faith
In Matthew 22:37-39, Jesus said, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself.”
We believe that our retreat offers a place where these two commandments can be explored, understood, and put into practice.
We have faced oil spills, hurricanes, and economic downturns, but God has been faithful through every difficulty.
We’re honored to be part of the retreat’s history and to open our doors to groups of all kinds.
Our goal is to provide a safe, exclusive space where your group can strengthen their relationships with each other, all while having fun, learning, and growing as individuals.
What Sets Us Apart From Other Emerald Coast Retreats?
We Have EVERYTHING You Need!
Sure, you can leave the retreat for off-site adventures, but you don’t have to!
Each side of the retreat has private access to its own:
Full commercial kitchen
Private pool with large deck area
Sand volleyball court
Basketball goal
Charcoal grills
Being able to stay on-site helps you focus more time and energy on bonding and strengthening relationships, which is the true magic of our retreat.
Yes, Our Retreat Is A Good Fit For Your Group!
We regularly host:
Church groups (youth and adult)
Sports teams
School field trips
Women’s and men’s groups
Scouts, and more!
Planning For A Church Group?
Planning For A Sports Team?
Planning A Marine Science Field Trip?
perfect for every group
Common Challenges When Planning A Getaway
And How Our Retreat Solves Them
Planning is easy because we have everything you need in one place. Just make a reservation and get your group here! We take care of the rest.
Managing Trip Logistics
Groups have exclusive access to their side of the resort. We also go above and beyond to keep the resort clean so your group stays healthy.
Maintaining Youth Safety
Between the beach, on-site amenities, and entertainment, your group will have no shortage of ways to make memories during your downtime.
Providing Entertainment
Disconnecting & Reconnecting
Our resort is ideal for disconnecting from cellphones and social media and making genuine connections among participants and group leaders.
Your Health & Safety Are Top Priorities
When you plan your retreat with us, you can feel confident that your group will be safe and healthy.
We use enhanced cleaning procedures and have hand sanitizing stations throughout the facility.
We’ve also installed the REME HALO In-Duct Purifier. The system kills SARS-CoV-2 (Virus causing COVID-19), is used by hospitals and military installations, and vastly improves indoor air quality. This system kills up to 99% of bacteria, mold, and viruses, and reduces airborne particulates.
Guests Come Back To Our Resort Again & Again
Here’s Why
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“This is my 2nd time visiting. [The Marine Sciences Trip] is a stellar field trip, suggested for anyone who gets the chance. Dr. Simpson makes sure to give a good value. Learned a lot. Storm came in on our second trip, so he changed up the curriculum so that we would still learn a lot.”
— Tasha M.
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“The privacy that the retreat offers was perfect for our group. It provided an intimate setting that allowed our teens to grow together as they grew their relationships with God. We can’t wait for our next visit to Gulf Shores Beach Retreat. It truly was perfect.”
— Chris C., Youth Pastor
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“I’ve been bringing groups to the Gulf Shores Beach Retreat since 1999. It’s simply one of the best places for people to come enjoy a great time and connect with each other and with God! The retreat center and staff are top notch and the chance to worship and experience God at the beach is unparalleled. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind place to bring your church.”
— Drew H., Youth Pastor
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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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“Gulf Shores Beach Retreat provides an excellent atmosphere for a youth retreat. Our retreat there is the highlight of our summer. The facilities are perfect for youth groups and the easy beach access is convenient. We have been coming for six years and plan to continue using them for many more.”
— Avery J., Youth Pastor
Tour The Retreat!
Get The Lay Of The Land Before You Arrive
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Retreat
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What types of groups stay at your retreat?
We host church groups, sports teams, scouts, school field trips, men’s and women’s groups, and many more.
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Can we schedule a tour of the retreat?
Yes, we would be happy to give you a tour. Please email to set up a time. We are also happy to email you pictures and videos.
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Do we share a pool or other amenities with another group?
No! You will have your own private pool with quality lounge chairs, sand volleyball, basketball, parking, charcoal grills, and kitchen. You have exclusive access to your side of the resort, meaning no unauthorized persons will be in your space.
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What’s something that sets Gulf Shores Beach Retreat apart from other Emerald Coast resorts?
We offer exclusivity: nobody else will be on your side of the retreat. Nobody else will be in your rooms, your kitchen, at your pool, or around your kids. When you stay with us you make your retreat side your home away from home.
