Breitenbush Hot Springs Retreat and Conference Center

Breitenbush is a forest refuge where steam, woodsmoke and the creak of old lodge floors set the rhythm. The historic lodge glows low at night; communal dinners draw a mixed crowd of long-timers who return year after year and visitors chasing quiet and healing. Nights can turn unexpectedly celebratory, with a lounge lit by twinkle lights and a fireplace, then dissolve into a hushed, private soak beneath stars. Accommodation ranges from rebuilt cabins and yurts with skylights to simple shared rooms, so expect rustic comforts rather than boutique polish. Meals are vegetarian, large and ritualized in a cafeteria style that feels like part of the program. The place operates with a cooperative spirit and a clear ethos of disconnection and care, which can feel both restorative and exclusionary depending on your needs. Bring a robe, good sandals and patience. If you want silence, aim for late evening soaks; if you want community, arrive for a workshop or holiday retreat and be ready to trade anonymity for conversation.