Lakewood Retreat is a retreat and conference facility designed primarily to enhance church ministries from all Christian denominations.We provide a setting in which guests are removed from the pace of our culture to focus on the Bible, prayer, worship, and fellowship for spiritual growth. 'Sharing God's love through service by providing a setting

A Place of Purpose Lakewood Retreat is a retreat and conference facility designed primarily to enhance church ministries from all Christian denominations. We provide a setting in which guests are removed from the pace of our culture to focus on the Bible, prayer, worship, and fellowship for spiritual growth. “Sharing God’s love through service by providing a setting in which to experience Jesus Christ” is Lakewood’s written purpose statement. Our purpose is in response to Jesus’ command to His disciples in Mark 6:31; “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” Lakewood provides a quiet place in which to come away.     We also welcome and seek to bless families and groups not opposed to Lakewood’s Christian purpose and who wish to attend and enjoy the beautiful grounds. Each year many families, scouting groups, hospice groups, school groups, and many others also come to our unique setting. A Place of Peace Our motto; “Relax, Refresh, Renew,” is fulfilled in many different ways depending on the needs of each guest or group who attends. Our 120 acre facility provides ample opportunity to find peace and quiet in nature, be it on a hiking trail, at the tree house, out on the lake, at the animal farm, or sitting on a shaded bench off in the quiet corners of the property. The setting feels more northern as the land is hilly rising to an elevation of 180 feet and with plants not seen in many parts of Florida. There are dozens of birds and animals often sighted, the sounds of nature all around, a misty morning sunrise, a glowing sunset     over the lake, lots of forested areas with beautiful mature trees, many different types of plants and flowers, and a night sky full of stars, all giving glory to God in the wonder of His creation. A Place to Play For those who wish to “relax” in more energetic ways, there are over two dozen activities to suit almost every interest. From boating and hiking to ball fields and courts, an activities center full of games, a low ropes course, hayrides, a swimming pool, and the list goes on. Disc golf, shuffleboard, mini-golf, horseshoes, sand volleyball…, it’s hard to imagine what’s not to do at Lakewood. End the day with open kettle popcorn or s’mores while singing     around the campfire. The sleep is sweet after a day of activities in the fresh air