Upcoming Retreats.

Madeline Island is the spiritual home for the Ojibwe tribe, guided here by Great Spirit. Nestled in a secluded log cabin surrounded by the healing waters of Lake Superior, far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this secret getaway is where creativity flourishes and inspiration abounds. Madeline Island exudes an aura of tranquility and wonder, making it the perfect haven for writers and artists seeking restoration and inspiration.

This is where I wrote The Spiritual Vixen’s Guild to an Unapologetic Life and The Maiden Voyage, as well as many sermons and songs, like My Dear Ireland. This is where my mother-in-law, Jeannine Rhine Schaub, the cabin's original owner, spent decades writing a weekly article for the newspaper she ran with her husband. It’s a powerful vortex for the creative flow. I have been hosting writing and spiritual retreats on the Island for several years.

The invitation is limited to 6-7 creatives.

The enchanted experience of five days and nights in a rustic log cabin, surrounded by fellow writers engaging in stimulating conversations and thought-provoking prompts, will ignite the imagination and stir the soul.

Questions? Let’s connect.

There is star gazing, sound healing, strolling the labyrinth, hiking, yoga, and a delicious healthy menu. Hang in the hammock, nap on a chaise lounge, enjoy a bike ride or a dip in the lake, or check out the award-winning beaches within walking distance of the cabin.

You’ll leave the retreat with greater confidence, direction, and clarity for your creative goals. Plus, a fresh batch of spiritual tools and personal clarity.

These creative/writing retreats are intimate and life-changing. If you are looking to relax, restore, remember, and write, schedule a chat or click the accommodation that best fits your needs. I look forward to seeing you on the Island.

Pricing and availability

$1,800

$950

$2,250

Friday, August 8th 4pm - Wednesday, August 12th: Sold OUT!

Upcoming Dates

Friday, August 15th, 4 pm - Wednesday, August 19th check out 11 am

Space available

Friday, August 22nd 4 pm - Wednesday 27th 11:oo am Space available

Friday, August 29th, 4 pm check-in Wednesday, September 3rd check out 11 am Space available

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  • Powerful Sound Healing Sessions

  • Healing waters of Mother Superior.

  • Pink skies at night, it's time to write.

  • Plenty of time to relax and restore.

  • Daily Spiritual practice

  • Take the leap.

  • Make new friends.

  • Wake the Muse.

Madeline Island, where do I even begin?! I took pictures of both the island and Maureen’s Lincoln Log dream cottage because I aspire to live in such a place myself. We shared our days writing, walking, and biking in the unadulterated forests, enjoying the gorgeous landscape of the Apostle Islands. I awed at the night sky, filled with stars. Maureen had home-cooked meals and snacks, it couldn’t have been more natural and cozy. We ate together, shared our deepest, innermost thoughts, and came home with new friends and memories. I cannot WAIT to go back!!

-Rachel Beitler, Comedian, Writer

The Writer's Retreat was a journey I didn't know I needed. Nestled perfectly along Lake Superior with a backdrop of forest trees, I fell in love with the comfy lairs, whimsical art, gardens, and labyrinths.  Maureen walks with each person along the hidden paths of their souls. She leads you to a deeper understanding of your stories and empowers the creative writer in every retreatant.

-Barbara S., Writer

I bravely took a risk and ’temporarily’ left therapy and joined a 5-week writing group with Maureen Muldoon. It catapulted my “Mother healing”. I never went back to therapy. I know the potent power of the writing groups firsthand.

I enrolled in the retreat. In the relaxed atmosphere of this spiritually inspired group of writers, we were guided by our master storyteller and fun-loving host, who vulnerably laid her creative cards on the table, showing us her own process while coaching us on ours. This was a growing and learning retreat for me that sowed deep seeds of creativity, connectedness and self-care that continue to mature and flourish today.

-Merry Kaczmarek, Storyteller

Link to story

“That trip changed my life! I wish I could tell you it was about the writing… but it was something else quite unexpected. Let’s just say I’m now the paddle board queen of Southeast Iowa.

That said, I’m still writing, too, haha.

-Meredith, Writer, and Paddle Board Queen

LINK to Article

“The best part of working with Maureen Muldoon is the lady herself. She’s joyful, attentive, bright, engaging, respectful, insightful, and genuine. Maureen is a delight, and I thank her for challenging me to create some of my best compositions to date.”

-Jane Mathie, Author, Storyteller

  • Dream it.

  • Write it.

  • Share it.

  • Sell it.

How to Get Here

DRIVE

Drive to Bayfield, Wisconsin. Hop on the ferry, and we will meet you at the dock! In the summer months, the ferry leaves every 30 minutes during the day, and the 2.5-mile trip takes about 25 minutes one way. Passengers can walk, take a bike, or drive their vehicles aboard to visit Madeline Island. There is an extra charge to bring your car over. Please see the schedule and pricing link below.

Fly

There are two airport options. The nearest airport to Bayfield is Ironwood (IWD) Airport which is 38.2 miles away.

Other nearby airports include Duluth (DLH) (64.8 miles) and Rhinelander (RHI) (105 miles.

We can pick you up at either airport. Just confirm your time of arrival.