Retreat Center at Lake Lanier

The Retreat Center at Lake Lanier is a ministry of Decatur Presbyterian Church that has been enjoyed for more than four decades.

This is a rustic, dorm-style facility on 13 wooded acres. It is located outside Gainesville on Lake Lanier, just an hour from Decatur. It is used year round by members for church events, choir retreats, youth outings and family reunions. The facility also is available for rent by the day, weekend or week to other churches and similar approved organizations.

To reserve, please contact the church office, at (404) 378-1777. Tours can be arranged before you make your decision.

• Features of the Retreat Center

  • Large remodeled great room
  • Wide covered porch with rocking chairs and picnic tables
  • Fully-equipped kitchen with flatware and dishes for 40 visitors
  • Separate dorm rooms for boys and girls, sleeping a total of 34 in twin-size dunk beds with full baths including showers
  • Counselors’ room with two twin beds and full bathroom (including tub)
  • Unfinished basement with washer and dryer, recreation and meeting space.

  

• What To Bring With You

  The church provides general cleaning supplies and tools, paper goods and trash bags. Guests should bring the following:

  • Bedding (sheets and blankets) or sleeping bags for regular length twin beds, plus pillows
  • Towels for bathing and swimming
  • Toiletries, including insect repellant
  • Food and any specialty cooking equipment you need

• Rental Fees

  For members of Decatur Presbyterian Church:

  • Deposit of $120 or $180 (one day or overnight’s fee) with your Reservation Form
  • $120 for one day use
  • $180 per overnight use (if 20 or fewer attending)
  • $150 Cleaning Fee per rental

  For non-members of Decatur Presbyterian Church:

  • Deposit of $210 or $240 (one day or overnight’s fee) with your Reservation Form
  • $210 per day use
  • $240 per overnight use (if 20 or fewer attending)
  • $150 Cleaning Fee per rental

  No charge for events sponsored by DPC such as youth group retreats

• Important Forms

  • Retreat Center Reservation Form
  • Retreat Center Agreement Form (must be signed and turned in before your scheduled rental)
  • Retreat Center Clean Up Check List