Lodge Reservation Form

Previous to the 1932 ground-breaking for this lodge, there was no building in Alaska suitable for the religious and laity to gather for spiritual retreats. With the initial securing of 5 acres from the government, and eventually with an act of the U.S. Congress allowing the Catholic Bishop to purchase a total of 46.5 acres (at $2.50 per acre), that need began to be filled. Henry Meyers and Peter Ludwig were contracted to cut the logs and build this "Retreat House," and by 1935 most of the work was completed. It wasn't until the early 1970's, however, before central heating was installed, and the lodge became open for year round use in 1986. This log building contains 10 bedrooms, 8 upstairs and 2 down, sleeping 22 people in beds, 3 bathrooms, a large conference/ living room- dining area with a rock fireplace-wood stove on one end, a kitchen, and a small chapel. It is scheduled throughout the year for a variety of overnight retreats, days of renewal, childrens summer camp, family gatherings, and government and business seminars. It is located within close view of the ocean with a beach that is conducive for children and adults to enjoy, and it has a view of the Inside Passage Pacific Waters just a stone's throw away. In addition, it has ready access to the recently created outdoor Merciful Love Shrine Labyrinth. This Labyrinth was outlined with local Shrine beach stone, the same kind of material that was used in the foundation and stone chimney of the Lodge. In addition, the must to be experienced Shrine Chapel on Shrine Island, just 500 feet away from the Lodge awaits the pilgrim traveler or retreatant. Like the Jubilee Cabin, the log Lodge can handle larger groups, and it, too, is a unique structure that provides an environment for building relationships with the Good Lord and with one another. It truly is a place of holistic retreat and renewal—spiritual, physical, mental and psychological—a life-giving place to spend time at in peace.

Lodge Details

ADA Compliant: Bathroom, outside ramp into1st floor

#Rooms (Rooms are carpeted)
10 bedrooms (8 second floor;2 main fl.)
3 bathrooms; 1 ADA Compliant on Main )
Gathering/Dining/Living Room 750 sq.ft.
Sleeps: 22 in Beds (7 bunk, 8 twin) + room for add. Matt. to sleep more
Kitchen stocked with ref., microwave, coffee pots, toaster, pots/pans/dishes/ silverware; commercial gas stove with two ovens, a large grill, 4 burners
Food Prep: Group prepares own or Shrine staff can cater meals/bev.
Heat Source: Oil fired hot air furnace and wood stove

Fees Information is on res. form or can be sought by contacting the Shrine office at (907) 780-6112 or e-mail fitterer@gci.net

Individuals or groups who follow the Shrine Mission Statement are invited to inquire about reserving the Shrine Lodge. The Mission Statement reads: Located in an area of exceptional beauty and solitude, the Shrine will be a place of Spiritual refuge and retreat for the Diocese of Juneau , other religious groups, and when possible for others utilizing it with reverence and care.

Note : On occasion, the Lodge has short notice “reduced rates ” available for some cancellations or for dates in the near future that have not been already reserved. If you wish to be added to the email “short-notice reduced rate” list, please send an email requesting that to fitterer@gci.net

For rental fees and other information about the Shrine Lodge or for additional facts about renting the Shrine Lodge, see the Lodge Reservation Form Below.

Lodge Reservation Form