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Sisters, Oregon

Suttle Lodge | June 1-6, 2024 OR June 8-13

Set against the rugged backdrop of the Oregon Mountains, The Residency is an opportunity to gather with fellow Writing With the Soul alumni at Suttle Lodge for six days of focused manuscript work.

Enrollment: November 9, 2024 at 12 PM EST

The Details

Escape the distractions of everyday life and run away with us to the Pacific Northwest to do what we do best: tell stories. Whether you’re drafting, revising, brainstorming or outlining, every aspect of The Residency has been designed with one thing in mind: getting the work done. With various workspaces, a completely open itinerary, and meal flexibility, you will be able to create your own schedule and structure your time the way you work best, with opportunities to collaborate when inspiration strikes. And when you start getting antsy and need to close the laptop, there’s ample wilderness to explore.

example of our daily schedule

What to expect:

  • Grab breakfast at The Boathouse or if you’re in a cabin with a kitchen, whip up a bite before you start your day
  • Settle in with your coffee and get to work
  • Break for lunch at The Boathouse or if you’re in a cabin with a kitchen, make yourself a quick sandwich to refuel
  • Back to work!
  • Gather with your fellow writers at the lodge for a family style dinner, followed by guided discussion
  • Turn in for the night or squeeze another hour or two of writing in

Who is The Residency for?

The Residency was designed to provide a protected and intentional space for writers to focus and work outside of the demands and distractions of everyday life. Whether you need to make a significant dent in your word count or just need some quiet to do deep, creative work, The Residency will gather alumni in the majestic forests of the Pacific Northwest to do what we do best: tell stories.

The Location

Tucked into the sprawling beauty of Deschutes National Forest, Suttle Lodge is a charmingly rustic retreat situated on the shores of Suttle Lake just 45 minutes outside of Bend, Oregon. The Three Sisters Wilderness is known for its incredible views of the Cascade Mountains and lush forests, with endless opportunities to experience its unspoiled back country.

The Location

Tucked into the sprawling beauty of Deschutes National Forest, Suttle Lodge is a charmingly rustic retreat situated on the shores of Suttle Lake just 45 minutes outside of Bend, Oregon. The Three Sisters Wilderness is known for its incredible views of the Cascade Mountains and lush forests, with endless opportunities to experience its unspoiled back country.

Included/Not Included

Included:

Your accommodations at Suttle Lodge and use of its many amenities and workspaces

A shared, family style dinner each night

Not Included:

Travel to and from Suttle Lodge

Breakfast and lunch

Your Host

ADRIENNE YOUNG

New York Times & Internationally Best Selling Author of The Unmaking of June Farrow, Spells for Forgetting, The Sky & Sea Duology, The Fable Series

Meals

To keep the schedule and cost flexible for all attendees, breakfast and lunch are not included in The Residency enrollment fee. Suttle Lodge has breakfast and lunch available for purchase at The Boathouse each day, and writers staying in cabins equipped with kitchens are also welcome to bring groceries to save on their meal expenses. Each evening, we will share a meal as a group as a touch point and opportunity for reflection.

Accommodations

There are several different accommodation options, each described below. Please read carefully & note that some rooms have kitchens, while others do not. There is a limited number of tickets for each type of room. Once sold out, they will no longer be available. There is space for 53 writers, per week, across all accommodations. Rooms are marked with occupancy available. Rooms marked as occupancy of 1 can not be split between two people. Occupancies cannot be changed.

Rustic Cabins

Occupancy: 2

These five little vintage cabins are the most rustic, and therefore, the most economical option of all the accommodations. The cabins have a small living area outside of a shared bedroom that includes one queen bed and one bunk bed.

The Rustics share a detached bath house with one shower and toilets.

Please note there is no running water inside the cabin but they do have heating/cooling. These accommodations will best suit writers who love to camp.

$900 per person

Upstairs Lodge Rooms

Occupancy: 3

Upstairs Lodge rooms have two layouts: King Lodge or Queen Lodge.

Rooms are inside the main lodge, with a king or queen bed on the lower level and a lofted area with one queen bed and/or two twin beds depending on the accommodation.

Each room has its own bathroom and fireplace.

Room types will be assigned at random. Selections are not available.

$1,800 per person

Private King Lodge Rooms

Occupancy: 1

The Private King Lodge Rooms are inside the main lodge, with a king bed, its own bathroom and a fireplace.

Room cannot be shared.

Price: $2,400 per person

Deluxe Cabins

Occupancy: 3

The Deluxe Cabins have a private bedroom with a queen bed, a lofted room with two queen beds, one shared bathroom, a living area, small dinging area, and full kitchen. The cabins also have a fireplace, grill, and their own canoe.

$2,200 per person

The Point

Occupancy: 3

The Point cabin has a private bedroom with a king bed, a shared upstairs bedroom with two queen beds, and two bathrooms. The cabin has a living room, dining room, fireplace and full kitchen. It also has a deck overlooking the lake, a grill, and a canoe.

$2,700 per person

The Premium Cabin

Occupancy: 2

A completely private cabin all to yourself, with a kitchen, fireplace, living room, and bedroom with a king bed.

Price: $2,900 per person

  • Things to Know

    We are holding two weeks to hopefully accommodate everyone who wants to attend.

    If you are interested in attending both weeks, you must purchase both deposits and will be billed separately for each trip.

     If one of the weeks does not fill up enough to make financial sense then we will have to cancel it.

  • Things to Know

    Rooms this year are being offered at a flat rate - this means each person pays the same price per accommodation, not per bed.

    Due to the price increases during the high season, this was the best option to keep everything affordable.

    We will not be assigning beds, that will left to the discretion of those attendees sharing each accommodation.

Ready to Enroll?

Enrollment opens on November 9, 2024 at 12 PM EST

A nonrefundable enrollment deposit of $500 goes toward your overall trip cost. 

Balance Due 11.16.24

Installment options are available for all room types through our trip platform, YouLi.

Cancellation policy: The enrollment deposit & all other payments for this retreat are nonrefundable.

If you are unable to attend 30 days or less before the trip, the entire cost of your trip is non-refundable as we won't be able to make any changes to the attendee list.

Please, no emails regarding booking unless it is for accessibility. Enrollment is first come, first served.

FAQ

Are there scholarships available for The Residency?

There will be no trip scholarships offered for this trip since this is the last Writing With the Soul Trip and we won't be able to facilitate anything additional after the new year.

Do I need to attend the entire trip? 

Yes, please only register if you are able to attend the entire trip. Arriving late or leaving early will mean that you do not get the full experience of The Residency.

Can I come early or stay late?

Yes, you can travel early or stay later in Oregon, if you wish to do so. Any travel you do before or after the residency will be on your own budget.

Can I room with my friend?

Yes, you can make requests to room with a specific person. If you would like to room with someone specific, we recommend that you coordinate together before enrollment so that we can book you together. Please make sure when enrolling that you all choose the same room type option. Also, please keep in mind that even if you are not paired with your desired roommate, you will be among kindred spirits & will have plenty of interaction time with those not staying in your room.

What do I need to bring with me?

Anything you need to work, plenty of comfy clothes, and a pair of shoes you can wear on a light hike. A detailed packing list will be sent to all attendees six weeks before the trip.

How do I get there?

The closest airports are Redmond Municipal Airport (45 minutes from Suttle Lodge) and Bend Municipal Airport (50 minutes from Suttle Lodge). You can also fly into Portland International Airport. (2.5 hours from Suttle Lodge) Transportation from the airport to Suttle Lodge is not provided. We recommend acquiring a rental car or arranging to carpool with other attendees. There is plenty of parking on property for those bringing/renting a vehicle.

Can I roadtrip?

Yes! Suttle Lodge has plenty of parking for those who plan to drive their own cars to Sisters and each cabin has designated parking. 

Is there an age requirement to participate?

You must be at least 18 years old to participate.

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