St. Francis Retreat Center

Schedule time away in one of our cottages to “recharge” and renew your spiritual and emotional life. Spiritual Direction is available.

Back in 1947, our founders realized that people and groups want (and need) the time and space to push pause on their daily routine. That is why St Francis Retreat Center was created, so our community of participants can self-reflect and reconnect with themselves in a beautiful and serene atmosphere.

St. Francis Retreat Center, a ministry of the Franciscan Friars of the St. Barbara Province, located in historic San Juan Bautista, California, provides a peaceful and contemplative environment conducive for renewal of mind, body and soul.

Our rural location, 40 miles south of San Jose, offers you a quiet get-a-way from daily cares. We welcome all faiths and religions, non-profits and individuals to this “Franciscan” setting to reflect, refresh and grow.

Our chef and kitchen staff provides restaurant quality cuisine and can meet a wide variety of dietary needs.