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Personal Overnight Weekend Retreat

Name: Personal Overnight Weekend Retreat
Start: 2025-11-21
End: 2025-11-23
Location: Osage Forest of Peace
Rating: 4.91

4.91145 reviews

Up to 25 in group

November 21 - 23, 2025

Retreat Highlights

Community.
Meditation.
Nature.
Hiking.

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Personal Overnight Retreat Weekend
Please select the number of occupants in the cabin when making your cabin selection. For group rates and availability on more than two cabins, please email us.
During a personal retreat, you structure your own time and select for yourself how best to be present to the Sacred. You can take time to be alone and read, journal, sit in silence, walk in the woods, be creative, or whatever calls to you. On personal retreat, you are free to join our community in our daily sitting meditation times (Thursday through Saturday at 7:00am, noon and 4:30pm, and Sunday at 9:00am) or to spend your time in solitude. Each night you book with us comes with three meals: a light dinner (the night you arrive), self-serve silent breakfast, and lunch.

Spiritual Direction/Companion Sessions
You may wish to add a private session with one of our spiritual directors or companions. These trained individuals provide spiritual guidance and companionship to those seeking to deepen their spiritual life. The cost for a one-hour session is on a sliding scale from $40 to $80 paid directly to the provider by cash or check. If you would like to schedule a session for spiritual direction, please notify our staff, no later than one week in advance sending an email.
General Policies

No visitors under 18 years old

No pets (service animals with certificate are OK)

No alcohol, tobacco, or recreational drugs

No weapons of any kind

No open fires

Cancelation policy
If the reservation is canceled within the 7 days before the scheduled retreat date and time, a credit towards a future stay is provided. A credit is valid for one year from the date of issue.
If the reservation is canceled up until the 7th day before the scheduled retreat date and time, a refund will be issued, minus any credit card transaction fees and donations. Refunds will be made to the original credit card on file or by check within two weeks of the notice of cancellation.
An exception may be made in the case of illness, death in the family, or inclement weather, in which case a credit towards a future stay is provided. A credit is valid for one year from date of issue.
Any donations added to a registration can’t be refunded.
Please note that registration will close on July 9th, 2025.

Schedule

Meditation.
Hiking.
Nature.
Labyrinth.
Zen Garden.

Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Osage Forest of Peace

Directions

FROM TULSA:
Take Hwy 64 West past the town of Sand Springs; exit at 177 West Avenue.
Turn RIGHT on 177 West Avenue and drive about 1 mile to Anderson Road.
Turn LEFT on Anderson Road.
Continue about ½ mile to the entrance to the Shell Creek West housing division.
Turn RIGHT into Shell Creek West housing division.
Turn RIGHT at Lakeview Drive.
Continue until you see Monastery Road.
Turn RIGHT onto Monastery Road until you come to the parking lot for Osage.

Accommodation

Our guest cabins provide a cozy and simple spot in the Forest to focus on what truly matters during your retreat. Many guests comment that they experience deep peace upon arriving at the Forest. Staying in a guest cabin allows you to experience the serene rest that comes with sleeping in the woods. STANDARD CABINS Our standard cabins feature a full bathroom, heating and air conditioning, and WiFi access. They include: Twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights GUEST HERMITAGE Our guest hermitage cabin is located in a private spot with big picture windows for looking out at the forest. This cabin features two rooms and a larger bathroom. There is a microwave, small refrigerator, plates, mugs, and eating utensils. A private deck is perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude. This cabin includes: Twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights

Commuter: Saturday Only

Includes retreat sessions and meals. Overnight accommodation not included in this price!

Standard Cabin

Our standard cabins feature a full bathroom, heating and air conditioning, and WiFi access. They include: Two twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights Photos shown are for a typical cabin setup. Cabin layout and furnishings may vary.

Upgraded Cabin: Mary (#6)

Our Mary cabin (#6) is our most beloved standard cabin, located in a private spot with a private porch perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude. This cabin includes: Two twin beds Bathroom with shower Hot water kettle Coffee pot Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights

Upgraded Cabin: Scholastica (#10)

Our Scholastica cabin (#10) has been freshly renovated!!! It has new flooring, paint, and fixtures, along with gorgeous new curtains, bedspreads, and decorations. This space is light, bright, joyful, and colorfully soothing. Scholastica is a standard cabin located in a private spot with a private porch perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude. This cabin includes: Two twin beds Bathroom with shower Hot water kettle Coffee pot Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights

Hermitage: Subiaco (#11)

Our Subiaco hermitage cabin is located in a private spot with big picture windows for looking out at the forest. This cabin features two rooms and a larger bathroom. There is a microwave, small refrigerator, plates, mugs, and eating utensils. A private deck is perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude. This cabin includes: Three twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights

Hermitage: Guadalupe (#12)

Our Guadalupe hermitage cabin is located in a private spot with big picture windows for looking out at the forest. This cabin features two rooms, one with a sofa. A private porch is perfect for experiencing the wonder of the forest in solitude. NOTE: There are a few gentle steps leading up to the cabin on the outside. This cabin includes: Two twin beds Bathroom with shower Microwave Toaster oven with door, suitable for baking small items Small refrigerator with small enclosed freezer tray Hot water kettle Coffee pot Plates, mugs, and eating utensils Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Sofa Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights

Single Occupancy (Private Cabin)

Includes overnight lodging for Friday night through Sunday afternoon, retreat sessions and meals from Friday evening through Sunday brunch, in a private cabin. All cabins feature a full bathroom, heating and air conditioning, and WiFi access. They include: Twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights Photos shown are for a typical cabin setup. Cabin layout and furnishings may vary.

Double Occupancy (Shared Cabin with Roommate)

Includes overnight lodging for Friday and Saturday nights, all retreat sessions, all meals from Friday supper through Sunday brunch, in a shared cabin with a roommate. You can request a specific roommate. If no roommate is requested, you'll be matched with a roommate of the same gender. All cabins feature a full bathroom, heating and air conditioning, and WiFi access. They include: Twin beds Bathroom with shower Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels Hair dryer Desk Dresser Comfortable chair Alarm clock Hand soap Makeup remover wipes Tissues Insect repellent Umbrella Flashlights Photos shown are for a typical cabin setup. Cabin layout and furnishings may vary.

Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Entering the Forest is a peaceful experience and you'll have the opportunity to meditate in a beautiful Meditation Chapel with large windows looking out into the woods. Other meditation areas include a traditional Zen Garden, a woodland labyrinth for walking meditation, and an underground meditation chamber (the Cave of the Mothers) with wonderful acoustics for chanting.

Our retreat center also has a trail system along wooded bluffs with views of Shell Lake and downtown Tulsa. You can rent a cabin to experience the peaceful setting overnight for your own personal retreat. Our rental rates include three meals a day in our dining room, where you'll eat alongside other guests and residents of our community. The Forest also offers a full range of programs and retreats on meditation and spiritual topics.

You have a range of options to experience meditation in a way that suits you. You might choose to join our resident community for meditation held Tuesday through Saturday at 7:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, or 4:45 p.m., and on Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in our Meditation Chapel. Here you'll experience a meditation of 25 to 45 minutes with others who can help guide you.

Or, you may wish to simply rake the Zen Garden as you contemplate the prayer flags in the trees overhead. If you prefer to move while meditating, walking the labyrinth or hiking the trails will give you a chance to reconnect with nature. The Cave of the Mothers provides you with a dark, quiet place where you will be amazed by the sound of your chanting reverberating all around you.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Breakfasts are a self-serve buffet style with cereal, oatmeal, yogurt, toppings such as nuts and raisins, hard-boiled eggs, and a variety of milks from dairy to dairy free. On weekends, we additionally offer a variety of breads and toppings for toast. Lunch is our main meal of the day and is eaten together in community. Before the meal, we all circle around the table for a blessing and to introduce ourselves. Food options typically include a meat, a variety of vegetables, tofu or other protein for vegetarians, salad bar, and a healthy dessert. Supper is a light meal and is eaten together in community. Food options typically include a hearty soup, a meat, a variety of vegetables, crackers, salad bar, and a healthy dessert.

What's Included

Meals.
Meditation.

What's Not Included

Airfare.

Customer Reviews

4.91 out of 5.0 average rating

Anonymous • Jul 20, 2025

5.0

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Serene green welcome

Osage Forest of Peace is a wonderful place that welcomes people of all walks of life to enjoy the tranquility of nature that's only 20 minutes from Tulsa. I often go there to hike the trails and, most recently, I attended a Tulsa Zen Sangha half-day meditation retreat -- well organized, thoughtful, and a delicious lunch served by the Forest's volunteers.

Lindsay • Jul 14, 2025

5.0

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PERSONAL RETREAT

I had the best time at this personal retreat and i hope to be able to do it many more times again :)

Peter • Jul 05, 2025

5.0

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Feels like a monastery

It's been some time since my last stay at a monastery. I was in the Oklahoma/ Kansas area and decided to make a detour to stay a few nights at Forest of Peace. It had been on my "list" since sometime in the 80's. The stillness at Forest of Peace and the pictures and books of Fr. Bede brought back a few memories of staying at Shantivanam in India.

As it was not a weekend, there were just a few people there. David and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The meditation/ worship sessions in the circular room were deep. The rooms were simple, adequate, and conducive to a personal retreat.

Anonymous • Jul 01, 2025

3.0

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Unkept and dated

The grounds were much in need of some upkeep.

Carol • Jun 24, 2025

5.0

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Be Part of a Community in the Forest

Each time I return to Osage Forest of Peace for a programmed or a personal retreat, I experience the tranquility of the old growth forest and the meditation sessions in the chapel with its expansive windows. Delicious meals are served in the main house (with vegan and gluten free options), and I sleep in my own individual cabin.
Moreover, as I become a frequent visitor, I see again and come to know David MacDonald, the director, his resident family, and other participants. I feel as though I am becoming part of a very special and valued community.
I highly recommend Osage Forest of Peace

Personal Overnight Weekend Retreat

Retreat Highlights

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Schedule

Getting Here

Directions