ACTION, REFLECTION, CELEBRATION – The ARC Retreat Center presents a rare opportunity to acquire a unique property set on nearly 90 acres of pristine wetlands and woodlands within a majestic white pine forest in Isanti County. The property features a three-level lodge totaling 10,028 square feet with 13 single and 3 two-bedroom accommodations, a chapel, library, meeting areas, multiple offices, dining and kitchen facilities, and several gathering spaces designed for reflection and community. Complementing the lodge is a 1,978 square foot cottage with a main level, loft, and walkout basement, 3 bedrooms, two full baths, offering flexible living and gathering areas, as well as a fireplace, skylight, and deck. A charming 170 square foot hermitage cabin with a kitchenette and screened porch provides a serene private retreat space, while a 2,160 square foot garage/shop/storage building offers six-car capacity, heated shop space, and ample storage. The property’s parking area accommodates approximately 30 vehicles and includes walking and snowshoeing trails, a labyrinth for meditation, and access to Lower Stanchfield Brook, with Little Stanchfield Lake located nearby. Established in 1972, ARC has served as a spiritual retreat center welcoming individuals and groups from diverse faith traditions seeking rest, renewal, and inspiration. With its expansive facilities, sacred natural setting, and established legacy, this property offers endless possibilities for retreats, community gatherings, or reimagined future use.
Agent/Buyer to verify all measurements, details, zoning rules and restrictions, and Isanti County Conditional Use Permit on file. Sold AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and all offers must include the Existing Condition Acknowledgment “AS-IS, WHERE IS” PROVISION found in the supplements. The sale includes all existing furniture, fixtures, and equipment, commercial kitchen appliances, linens, and all other existing furnishings. The ARC Retreat Center has undergone a series of thoughtful improvements and upgrades across the property over the last seven years. The Hermitage received roof and fascia repairs and paint. The Cottage was updated with a new roof, including the replacement of 17 rotted plywood panels. Road access was improved with 125 yards of gravel used to regrade the drive, while outdoor lighting was repaired to function properly with automatic motion sensors. The Lodge saw major updates, including a new roof with chimney repairs, commercial gutters, and tree trimming around the perimeter, as well as the installation of luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout to replace carpeting, and the foyer has new ceramic tile. The food storage root cellar was converted with painted walls, new flooring, and shelving, and the bay room underwent a complete remodel—rebuilding the exterior wall with better insulation, installing thermal pane windows, painting the ceiling with acoustic tile, cutting a new doorway to the office, adding new flooring, and creating a serving kitchen with cabinetry. Additional updates include enhancements to the kitchen with new shelving, a center island, and unified storage containers. Non-profit taxation applies to the ARC Retreat Center. Contact Isanti County Assessor/Auditors office for more details.