 Retreat Location
We would like to thank the organizers of the Babalon Rising Festival for the use of directions and google map.
http://www.babalonrising.org
Our Haven Nature Sanctuary, with 175 acres of pristine Southern Indiana hillsides, only minutes from the "Playground of the Mid-West", French Lick, IN .
For more information about Our Haven, please visit their website at: http://www.ourhaven.info (links will open in a new window)
Driving Directions and Maps
French Lick is less than a half-day's journey from most Midwestern cities.
Get driving directions to Our Haven from Google here.
From Chicago
275 Miles - 5 1/2 Hours:
Route 90 Southeast to I 65 South, to I-465 South & West at Indianapolis. Take Route 37 South to Paoli, Hwy. 56 West - 10 miles to French Lick.
From Cincinnati
142 Miles - 3 1/2 Hours:
A. I-71 to Carrollton - Ky. 36 to Milton over bridge to Madison - West on 56 trough Paoli to French Lick.
B. Take I-71 to Louisville - to 64 West, to Rt. 150 North (Greenville Exit), to Hwy 56 West through Paoli to French Lick.
From Cleveland
390 Miles - 7 Hours:
A. I-71 to Carrollton - Ky. 36 to Milton over bridge to Madison - West on 56 trough Paoli to French Lick.
B. Take I-71 to Louisville - to 64 West, to Rt. 150 North (Greenville Exit), to Hwy 56 West through Paoli to French Lick.
From Columbus
268 Miles - 5 Hours:
A. I-71 to Carrollton - Ky. 36 to Milton over bridge to Madison - West on 56 trough Paoli to French Lick.
B. Take I-71 to Louisville - to 64 West, to Rt. 150 North (Greenville Exit), to Hwy 56 West through Paoli to French Lick.
From Detroit
397 Miles - 7 1/2 Hours:
I-94 West to I-69 near Battle Creek. South on I-69 to I-465, South and East around Indianapolis to 37 South to Paoli - Hwy. 56 West to French Lick.
From Evansville
90 Miles - 2 Hours:
I-64 East to U.S. 231 North (Huntingburg exit) to Hwy. 56 East to French Lick.
From Indianapolis
108 Miles - 2 1/2 Hours:
South on Route 37 to Paoli, Hwy. 56 West - 10 miles to French Lick.
From Louisville
63 Miles - 1 1/2 Hours:
I-64 West to West 150 (Greenville Exit) West through Paoli, Hwy. 56 West - 10 miles to French Lick.
From Nashville
240 Miles - 4 Hours:
I-65 North to Louisville to I 264 West to 64 West to 150 (Greenville Exit) through Paoli, Hwy. 56 West to French Lick.
From St. Louis
208 Miles - 4 Hours:
I-64 East to U.S. 231 North (Huntingburg exit) to Hwy. 56 East to French Lick
By Air
Several major airlines fly into Louisville. From there you have a choice of limousine, taxi, bus, or rental car. You can also fly a charter or private plane directly to the French Lick Municipal Airport.
From Louisville Airport
72 Miles - 2 Hours:
At the airport, take 264 West to 64 West to 150 (Greenville Exit), West to Paoli, Hwy. 56 West 10 miles to French Lick.
After you are in French Lick...
- Take IN-56 S through French Lick, IN
- Approx. 6 miles south of downtown French Lick is Hillham Road. Turn RIGHT onto Hillham Road.
- Take the 2nd right on Hillham Road (about 2 miles out). There will be a small sign high in a tree on the right before you make the turn. The tree with this hill is also the best place to get cellular phone signal while at Our Haven.
- About a mile down that road on the left is our turn in Indiana Hwy. 56S to Hillham
French Lick Springs Resort and Casino
Website: http://www.frenchlick.com/
The French Lick Springs Resort is truly a beautiful environment in which to relax and enjoy nature and the surrounding grounds. The famous gazebo housing the ever-popular mineral water springs resides amidst lush gardens of colorful flowers and carefully trimmed greenery. The shaded walkways provide quiet solitude at mid-day or for an evening stroll. The resort is recently completed aan incredible $382 million historic restoration and expansion. In addition to the restoration of the French Lick Springs Hotel, including 443 fully renovated guest rooms, a new event center, exciting retail shops, and fully restored public areas, French Lick Springs had added the all new 80,000 square foot French Lick Casino, returning gaming to the Springs Valley for the first time since 1949. The renovation includes restoration of all guest rooms, lobbies and public space, a new conference and event center, exciting new restaurants, new retail shops, a new spa featuring the legendary Pluto Mineral Waters that have made this region famous throughout the world, and restoration of The Hill Course.
West Baden Springs Hotel (opens in Spring 2007)
Website: http://www.westbadenspringshotel.com/
Looking like a fairy-tale castle, the West Baden Springs Hotel draws nationwide interest. Originally opened in 1902, the West Baden will reopen its doors to the public in Spring of 2007, since being closed as a hotel since 1932. Once called the Eighth Wonder of the World, the historic landmark boasts an impressively vast free-span dome, the largest of its kind in the world until the creation of the Astrodome in 1965. In its restored glory the dome stands 100 feet tall and 600 feet in circumference. Wast Baden has had many incarnations — grand resort, Jesuit seminary, private college, collapsing ruin, restoration-in-progress, and now again a wold-class luxury resort. Visit the sunken garden with its English gardens and springs pavilions. Stay in one of the 249 luxury guest rooms and suites. Dine at Sinclair's in the hotel's original dining room. Relax with cocktails and light fare in the spectacular domed atrium, while a string quartet plays suspended above the 24 foot chandelier, or treat yourself to a getaway at the West Baden Spa and natatorium, recreated from the original 1902 design.
The Beechwood Inn
Website: http://www.beechwoodin.com/
Beechwood Inn invites you to the ambiance of the 1900's. The Beechwood Country Inn is a great place to experience the culture of French Lick Indiana. Full of history and nostalgia, the Beechwood is sure to intrigue you. Among the rich and famous who have mingled at the Inn were composer Irving Berlin, fighter/boxer Joe Louis and public enemy Al Capone. Beechwood Country Inn has been carefully restored to the same intriguing atmosphere as that of the early 1900's. Many of the furnishings are original pieces of the mansion. These and other original period pieces enhance the grandeur of the home and should make your visit even more enjoyable. Beechwood Country Inn has an excellent restaurant within its elegant surroundings. Exceptional cuisine is prepared by a talented and creative staff of Chefs. Beechwood Country Inn provides luxurious overnight accommodations and breakfast the next morning. We have six grand guest rooms with private baths and amenities to assure you of every luxury and comfort so that you feel papered to the fullest.
The Artists Inn & Gallery
Website: http://www.artistsinnandgallery.com/
A Bed and Breakfast experience in the oldest home in French Lick, built in the mid-1800's by Dr. Samuel Ryan, who practiced his profession at the French Lick Springs, located just a short walk down the hill from his lovely home. The house features leaded stained glass windows overlooking a spacious wrap-around veranda. Cherry wood floors lead to a hand-carved oak staircase which wraps around to the four elegantly furnished guest rooms. The Artist's Inn also has two two-bedroom guest cottages available for your stay, and its own art gallery featuring paintings and worshops by the inn's owner Vesta Seville.
Serendipity Guest House
Website: http://www.serendipityguesthouse.com/
A beautifully appointed bed and breakfast that retaining its original charm while offering high tech accents including wireless internet access. Serendipity Guest House has six guest rooms and is just a gentle stroll to the casino.
Blue Prairie Bed & Breakfast
Website: http://www.blueprairiebedandbreakfast.com/
Blue Prairie Bed and Breakfast offers one very unique and spacious guest suite that sleeps up to 3 adults. Located in a new farm house in French Lick, IN, and surrounded by 120 acres of native prairie and woodlands, our guest suite provides complete privacy as well as great birding and wildlife viewing opportunities. Come try a Bed and Breakfast experience like no other. As our guest, you can enjoy as much privacy as you like. The guest suite has its own private outside entrance, so you can come and go as you please. You can also enjoy the spectacular view (with incredible fall foliage) from the private, new outdoor hot tub just outside your door. Take a walk on one of the hiking trails on our property, or relax on your private patio. Continental breakfast is included and is delivered to your room. (No having to share a table with strangers.) You will enjoy satellite television, an in-room refrigerator and your own private bathroom. (Linens and towels are provided.)
E.B. Rhodes House
Website: https://www.trails.com/rentals/propertyna.asp?vacation=07339_West+Baden+Springs_Indiana
Mr. & Mrs. Elvett Beverly Rhodes built this lovely victorian home over 100 years ago. Elvett Beverly Rhodes was a prominent West Baden Springs business man and one of the original owners of the West Baden Springs Hotel, which was built in 1901. The home has now been converted into a stunning Bed and Breakfast. Hosts Mr. & Mrs. Sipes are ready to serve you, offering rooms available in the Main House and a Carriage House across the driveway. Wrap around porches with rocking chairs and swings welcome your relaxing pleasure. Children are welcome. Each morning of your stay, you will be served a full breakfast in the main dining room or you can dine on the side porch. Afternoon tea is available on request.
Big Locust Farm Bed & Breakfast
Website: http://ourworld.cs.com/joellindley22/index.html?f=fs
A warm welcome awaits you at Big Locust Farm Bed & Breakfast, a brick country Victorian on 60 acres. After a big country breakfast, enjoy the flower bed, the fish pond, watch the birds, hike in the woods or along the creek, or just sit back and let the world go by on our big front porch. In addition to unhurried nature walks, quiet contemplation, and sincere conversation Big Locust Farm B&B boasts the largest locust tree in the state of Indiana. It is only minutes from French Lick.
Patoka Lake Village
Website: http://www.plvlogcabins.com/
Patoka Lake Village is a nature retreat for both the sports -minded and those who want a peaceful spot to "get away from it all." Located 10 miles south of French Lick, in the heart of the Patoka Lake recreational area, these luxury log cabins near the lake are surrounded by pine woods, providing a perfect opportunity to experience the wonders of nature without giving up the comforts of home.Swimming is available at Patoka Lake Beach and a nearby community pool or relax in the Deluxe Regency Spa here at Patoka Lake Village. Enjoy the many charms of Patoka Lake (Indiana's second largest body of water), or playing golf at two nearby courses.
Michael T's Motel
Website: http://www.michaeltsmotel.com/
Less than ten minutes from Our Haven this clean and economical lodging choice offers A/C, refrigerator, microwave, and Cable TV with HBO. Pets are welcome. Kids 18 & under stay free in room with parents.
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