Marriage Retreats
Everyday life has a way of stressing married couples. Between work, children, and competing responsibilities, a husband and wife can drift without ever meaning to. At Heritage, you can slow down, spend intentional time together, and talk about what truly matters: your marriage. Set on 200 acres of peaceful rural land in Georgia, Heritage offers a retreat unlike any other.
Whether you want to strengthen your faith, commitment, or simply dream together again as a couple and experience joy, Heritage delivers the peace and serenity to make it happen. Married couples who have attended often leave feeling renewed and more deeply connected. A couples retreat here is not just a weekend away for a husband and wife. It is a meaningful gift to your marriage.
Our marriage retreat accommodations are thoughtfully designed to create a peaceful, comfortable sanctuary where couples can fully disconnect from the demands of daily life and focus on each other. Every couple stays in a cottage; you can share meals, sessions, and evenings by the fire pit with other couples when you want that, and be to yourselves when you don’t.
Choose from our curated accommodations :
- 12 Double Queen or Twins — Sleeps two to four guests, with either two queen beds or two XL twin beds; ideal for couples retreating alongside friends or family
- 6 Studios — Sleeps up to two guests with one queen bed; a cozy, private space perfect for couples seeking simplicity and closeness
- 10 Suites — Sleeps up to two guests, with two XL twin beds or one king bed; a spacious option for couples who value extra comfort during their stay
- 2 Signatures — Sleeps up to two guests with one queen bed; an intimate setting for a truly special retreat experience
All cottages include a private bathroom and are equipped with a mini refrigerator, microwave, and Keurig machine — complete with regular and decaf pods and a selection of teas. Fresh linens and bath amenities are also provided. . Your space is entirely your own for the length of your retreat: a quiet place to talk honestly, pray together, rest, or simply be alone with your spouse without interruption.
Couples or groups who book a marriage retreat may reserve intimate meeting spaces suited to their size and program, whether for a guided couples workshop, renewal of vows weekend, or a small-group marriage enrichment gathering. Options include:
- Boardroom — 360 sq ft; accommodates up to 12 attendees
- Classroom — 580 sq ft; flexible setup for up to 36 attendees in theater-style or 24 in classroom-style
- Great Room — 2,790 sq ft; flexible setup; accommodates up to 120 attendees at round tables or 150 in theater-style
Couples can also enjoy a range of spaces designed to nurture connection, prayer, and renewal together:
- Library, Chapel for Mass/Adoration, Screened Porch with soft seating and built-in fireplace (accommodates 20–30 guests), and an open Courtyard with café-style seating and benches
- Pond House, Fishing Pond and Fire Pits — includes a fireplace, comfortable seating, three ready-to-use fire pits, and catch-and-release fishing with gear available
- Prayer Gardens and Walking Trails with outdoor seating areas ideal for couples seeking peaceful moments of reflection, prayer, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature side by side
We take care of every detail. Our marriage retreat packages include accommodations, meals, and meeting spaces, giving couples the freedom to be fully present throughout the entire experience.
Overnight retreat rates include:
- Full-service meeting space setup and breakdown
- All meals from arrival through departure
- Dedicated hospitality staff available before, during, and after your stay
- Continental-style breakfast delivered to your room prior to arrival or enjoyed together in our dining room
- Buffet-style lunch and dinner served daily in Pine Lodge
- Coffee, tea, and light refreshments available during sessions as an optional add-on
A Private Couples Marriage Retreat Setting That Invites Closeness
Stepping away from the pressures of living life together changes everything. A couples retreat at Heritage gives every husband and wife their own private space — a cottage that belongs to just the two of you — set within 200 acres of prayer gardens, walking trails, and historic grounds. This isn’t hotel room lodging. It’s a retreat built around the idea that couples need somewhere genuinely their own: a place to work through what’s been hard to say, to reconnect , and to rest and relax.
That privacy can also be part of the group experience. You can gather with other couples at the pond house, share meals in Pine Lodge, or join a session together — and then step away to your own quiet space whenever you’re ready. The balance is intentional: shared encouragement when you want it, protected privacy when you need it.
Rooted in Christian heritage and open to all married couples seeking renewal, Heritage welcomes every husband and wife who values meaningful connection and shared purpose. We ask that the use of our facilities honor Christian sensibilities, maintaining our mission. Couples have found that the sacred history of the grounds adds unexpected depth and support to their time together.
Why a Marriage Retreat Can Change Everything
Most couples do not drift apart because they stop caring. They drift because life fills every available hour with work, parenting, schedules, and responsibilities, leaving little room for the kind of honest, unhurried conversation a marriage needs to thrive. A retreat removes those daily pressures and replaces them with something rare: uninterrupted quality time to focus on each other and improve the emotional connection. Research consistently shows that couples who invest intentional time in their relationship experience stronger communication, deeper intimacy, and a renewed sense of shared purpose that carries well beyond the weekend itself.
At Heritage, the setting does much of the work. The quiet of 200 acres, the beauty of the historic grounds, and the absence of everyday distractions create an atmosphere where walls come down and real connection becomes possible again. Whether you and your spouse need to rebuild, to celebrate, or simply to remember why you chose each other, Heritage gives your marriage the space and stillness it deserves.
What to Expect at Your Marriage Retreat at Heritage
Most marriage retreats usually last 2-3 days or longer. A typical marriage retreat weekend at Heritage begins on your first evening, typically a Friday evening with check-in, a shared dinner, and a welcome session to help you and your spouse settle in and transition out of the stress of everyday life. Your next morning brings a rhythm of sessions, free time to explore the grounds, shared meals, and quiet evenings in your cottage, at the pond house, or by the fire with other couples. Sunday wraps up with a closing session and a relaxed departure.
Many couples may arrive feeling distant, distracted, or simply worn down by the demands of life. As the weekend unfolds, something shifts. The peaceful surroundings, the uninterrupted time, and the intentional focus on each other create space for honest conversations, deeper understanding, and genuine closeness. Couples often describe leaving Heritage feeling like they walked back into their marriage with new eyes filled with joy.
Whether you arrive hoping to strengthen intimacy, rebuild trust, or simply reconnect with your spouse, Heritage provides the environment where that transformation becomes possible. The combination of sacred history, natural beauty, and intentional space does what a busy schedule never allows: it gives your relationship your full attention.
Sample Group Itinerary
Day 1
- 3:00 pm Check-in
- 5:00 pm Group Welcome or Opening Session
- 6:00 pm Dinner
- 7:00 pm Fellowship
- 9:00 pm Quiet Hours
Day 2
- 9:00 am Session or Mass
- 10:00 am Session
- 11:30 am Lunch
- 1:00 pm Session
- Afternoon Free Time or Prayer
- 6:00 pm Dinner
- 7:00 pm Fellowship
- 9:00 pm Quiet Hours
Day 3
- 9:00 am Session
- 11:00 am Check-out
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