Welcome to Anderson Lodge, the Scandinavian retreat center! As a family owned and managed business, our comfortable, homey atmosphere is apparent. We treat you special! You will enjoy the unique Swedish flair in all our facilities. Anderson Lodge is a quality retreat site offering a unique gathering site in a natural forest setting.
What makes us special is our welcoming atmosphere, on site recreation, flexible meeting areas, personal service and our one-group-at-a-time policy. Of course, the natural beauty surrounding the lodge is the number one attraction. Get away from it all at Anderson Lodge!
We rent on a reservation basis only. We are open all year round. Each season offers its own unique advantage. Our price list offer seasonal rates and special mid-week rates. Catering is optional. Contact our home office to make reservations. Visitations are arranged by appointment only.
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ ) page. Here you will find many details about retreats at Anderson Lodge.
Lodging
Both the Hilltop House and the Main Lodge have wonderful sleeping areas. You aren’t roughing it at all! Guest rooms range from 2 beds to 10 beds. Some have single beds, some have double beds. You are welcome to utilize alternative sleeping arrangements by using our conference room with mattresses on the floor, to increase the sleeping numbers. We also have RV areas if someone in your group wants to bring their own RV. Inquire at the Lodge office if you are interested in this option.
• The Main Lodge has beds for 40 – 60 guests.
• The Dalarna Cabin is on the Main Lodge on site. This cabin is an optional rental and provides another 4 double beds, Kitchen and bathroom.
• The Hilltop House has beds for 30, (12 double beds and 6 single beds).
• Three cabins are also on the Hilltop House site. These cabins are optional rentals but do provide extra sleeping and bathroom space. Each cabin has 1 double bed and 2 single beds.
Bathroom, kitchen, conference room and dining areas are well suited to large gatherings. Accommodating large groups is done with ease with our spacious rooms with amenities.
Catering is available at both the Main Lodge and the Hilltop House. Or, you can choose to do your own cooking. You have full use of our kitchens, dishware, flatware, serving dishes, pots, pans, etc. There is a kitchen fee for self-catering for use of our supplies and commercial appliances. Our caterers are in direct contact with you to arrange for menus and mealtimes. We offer buffet, full service or even sack lunch meals. We specialize in making your meals fit the needs of you group.
New to our catering offerings is an Afternoon Tea! Be sure to call the lodge office if you are interested in adding this delightful event with your group. A lavish assortment of teas will be offered as well as an array of "finger" sandwiches. The price is $12pp and I know you will be more than pleased!
The kitchens are well equipped and the dining areas are large enough for your whole group. When you visit either the Main Lodge or the Hilltop House you will be absolutely amazed at the outdoor dining areas with spectacular views. Groups renting in warmer weather often can be seen at the barbecue or roasting hot dogs in the outdoor amphitheater.
Activities
Both facilities have ping-pong and pool tables, pianos and TV’s with DVD. The Main Lodge has 2 saunas that are for group use. We even have wireless internet at both the Main Lodge and the Hilltop House.
Anderson Lodge is located on over 90 acres of forest land. There are hiking trails throughout the area. In addition to hiking, we have softball and soccer fields, children’s play areas, horseshoe pits and volleyball and badminton areas. Our son would never forgive us if we did not have a basketball hoop! The tennis courts are another popular spot for many lodge guests. With all the acreage on site, you can organize scavenger hunts, team competitions, orienteering, etc. The opportunities for fun are endless!
Our spacious pavilions surrounded by forest, seat over 100 people and are perfect for large group experiences. The outdoor patios overlook the natural beauty of the forest and valley that we are so known for. You just have to come up and see how spectacular the setting is at Anderson Lodge.
Meeting Options
Many times retreats require both large and small group meeting areas. You will find our conference rooms and our newly constructed pavilions ideal for large group presentations. Conference rooms are fully carpeted, equipped with conference tables, wireless internet and plenty of space. There are many options for break out sessions for smaller groups. We only rent to one group at a time so you are not competing with any other group for a particular room. Of course, all our facilities have pianos and guitars to further enrich your experience.
No matter where you are, you will be immediately impressed with the fine attention to detail and quality craftsmanship of Anderson Lodge. You will be amazed at the beautiful woodworking at all the facilities. We strive to make Anderson Lodge have a comforting, home-like atmosphere. We hope guests feel at ease and free from the interruptions of our busy lives. The gracious homespun surroundings allow for interactions and togetherness that make retreats so memorable.
It is easy to see why Anderson Lodge is a very popular site for church retreats. What other kinds of retreats are held at Anderson Lodge? We are very popular for school student and staff retreats, language camps, science or geology workshops, peer counseling trainings, and business training groups. Whether it is a student group or an adult group, your experience at Anderson Lodge is bound to be a success! There’s nothing like the togetherness of a retreat to fill your congregation with commitment and help them become closer as a group.
Pricing
The Andersons offer affordable pricing for weekend Church Retreats Ocotober– May. In the summer, our church events often take place on mid-week days. This allows our guests to fully take advantage of the local area recreation. The Lodge is located in the midst of 10 miles of lakes, full of recreational possibilities. Sunday – Thursday, these areas are less populated and well worth the trip. The closest is Speelyai Fish Hatchery and Recreation area which is 2 miles west of Anderson Lodge. Here you will find a swimming, fishing and picnicking area and a boat launch. This is a popular outing for all our guests.
Weekend church reatreats in the summer are challenging to reserve as it is the peak wedding season. Summer weekends are priced differently with wedding packages that include exclusive use of lodge & cabins and allow unlimited guests. Therefore, wedding package prices apply to retreats that wish to rent a summer weekend.
Lewis River Golf Course is 10 miles from the lodge and many groups incorporate this into their retreat schedule. Don’t forget the Lelooska Native American Cultural Center is just a few minutes away. If you are interested in attending a show, find their website address in our “LINKS” section. We are also close to the Mt. St. Helens National Monument. Hiking in the Ape Caves is one of our favorite activities. Winter groups often time take time out to play in the snow on Mt. St. Helens. No matter what the season, the natural setting and homey atmosphere at Anderson Lodge will enhance any retreat!
Nearby attractions:
- Mt. St. Helens
- Pomeroy House and Living History Farm
- Lewis River Golf
- Lelooska Foundation and Native American Cultural Center and museum
- Sunset Falls
- Speelyai Fish Hatchery and Recreation Area
- Lahar Mudflows of Mt. St. Helens
- Ape Caves
- Hulda Kager Lilac Farms
- Cedar Creek Grist Mill
- Merwin Lake
- Yale Reservoir
- North Clark County Museum
Give us a call today and make an appointment for a tour. We’ll put on the coffee and meet you up there!