Come Away, Seek The Lord, And Be Refreshed
Come Away...
  Seek The Lord...
    And Be Refreshed... Nestled deep within the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, our retreat center hosts up to 60 guests — perfect for your youth group or other church retreat.
Escape & Grow

Escape & Grow

Welcome to Icthus and the Haven - your sanctuary. Near the small town of Bryson City, North Carolina, our Christian retreat center offers a unique space to leave behind the hustle of daily life. Here you can immerse yourself in the transformative power of Jesus, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. We provide top-notch facilities at an affordable price, so you can focus entirely on your group's spiritual journey. We look forward to hosting your group!!!

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Surround Yourself
with Nature,
Friends, and God's Presence

Discover a place where you can truly be present and take a quiet break. The natural beauty of the property provides a powerful setting to connect with God and friends. We offer a comfortable stay with two dorms, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a large den. Three miles down the road we offer our 50 acre farm, called the Haven. There you will have access to a large recreation field and basketball court, a pavilion with a fireplace, a place to swim in Alarka Creek, and a chapel in the loft of an old barn. Get a closer look at our facilities in the link below. 

Our Facilities

What our guests say about us!

Icthus has been such an amazing partner in ministry for me and my church. My first experience with Icthus was actually when I was a student—it was during that time that God called me into ministry. Now, almost 25 years later, I get to take my own students there. It’s such a special place to step away from the noise of the world and really connect with Jesus. Icthus has always been, and still is, a great place to jump-start that process."

What We Provide vs. What You Bring

Icthus Provides

  • Space for 60 Guests
  • 2 Dorms with Bunks and Separate Bathrooms
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen Pots / Pans
  • Ice Machine + 2 Refrigerators
  • Den / Meeting Room with Fireplace
  • 2000 Sq. Ft. Deck with Charcoal Grill
  • 50 Acres on the Haven to Explore

You Provide

  • The Guests
  • Linens / Blankets/ Pillows
  • Cooks / Food / Paper Products (Plates, Cups, Utensils)
  • Personal Effects / Toilet Paper
  • Programming
  • Activities
  • Open Hearts

Retreat Costs

We believe a memorable retreat shouldn't break the bank. Our goal is to provide exceptional value so your group can focus on what matters. Below is a detailed breakdown of our rates and an example to help you plan your budget. Our goal is to provide the best value we can to our guests. To schedule a retreat, call 828-507-1315.

Rates

  • $175 One Time Cleaning Fee
  • $200 Minimum for 0 - 10 Guests Per Night
  • $20 Fee Per Person / Per Night for 11-60 Guests

Example (40 People for 3 Nights)

  • $175 One Time Cleaning Fee
  • 40 people * $20/person/night * 3 nights = $2,400
  • Total: $2,575
 

 

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