Additionally, in keeping with our mission and beliefs (click here to read our statement of faith), the following help to maintain a wholesome Christ-centered environment and assure the comfort of our guests:

Satilla Retreat POLICIES

• Supervision Of Children

  • Children should be supervised at all times by their parents or guardians.

  • Parents or guardians are responsible for the safety of their children at all times.

• Max Number Of Guests

  • Harbor View Max is 13

  • Salty Marsh Max is 5

  • Mossy Oak Max is 2

• Language / Behavior

  • Abusive or foul language, and violent behavior are strictly prohibited on WOSF properties. Any person exhibiting such behavior will be required to leave the facility.

• Alcohol / Drugs / Pornography / Gambling

  • The possession, distribution, or consumption of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products (including vapes and e-cigarettes), and/or illegal drugs (including all forms of marijuana) is prohibited.

  • No type of pornography will be tolerated at any time.

  • No gambling of any kind or form shall be allowed.

• Dress

  • In all areas, modesty is the rule in order to bring attention to Christ by one’s attitude, words, and actions. Good judgment is expected in selecting attire.

• Fire / Explosives / Firearms

  • Supervised bonfires are allowed, as long as no fire bans are in place.

  • Fireworks are prohibited.

  • Burning of incense or candles indoors is prohibited.

  • No open carry of firearms is allowed.

• Cleanliness

  • You are expected to treat WOSF Rental Home with respect. You are also expected to leave the WOSF Rental Home in a clean, neat, and orderly condition and respect WOSF’s requests regarding check-out procedures.

• Quiet Hours

  • All guests are requested to observe 11 p.m. until 6 a.m. (EST) as quiet time.

• Valuables 

  • WOSF is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest/s. Guests are personally responsible for securing and protecting valuables. 

• Maintenance and Repairs  

• Keep the WOSF property and all furnishings in good order; Guests will be responsible to pay for damage to property, furnishings, and for damaged or missing items.

• Please provide prompt notice to us of any damage to WOSF property. 

• Pool Area ~ this area is designated for people staying in Harbor View House & Salty Marsh Suite only 

  • Swim at your own risk.

  • CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.

  • No diving.

  • No glass in the pool area. 

• Dock / River Area ~ if staying in Mossy Oak --  please be respectful of the other guests on property and their space and stay on the specific paths to get to the dock.

  • CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.

  • The river moves quickly with tides going in and out multiple times each day.

  • WOSF is not responsible for the loss of any items brought to or tied to the dock. Guests are personally responsible for securing and protecting personal belongings. 

• Coffee Shop/Meeting Space

  • CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT in this space.

  • The machines may only be used by an adult or a child 14 & up while being supervised by an adult.

  • If you are unsure on how to use the machines, please contact the caretakers so they can help you out.

  • Leave the space clean and orderly for other guests that also use the space.

• Pond / Farm Area

  • CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT when visiting with the animals or when near the pond.

  • Do not feed the animals unless you get permission from a property Caretaker.  

  • We do have all types of wildlife in the area, so always be aware of your surroundings. 

• Pets 

  • We are not able to accommodate pets at the Satilla Retreat Property. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

  • If you are needing to board your pet nearby, here are a few options…

    • Camp Waggin Tails, Woodbine, GA - 912.464.7757

    • The Dog House Inn & Suites, Brunswick, GA - 912.266.7001  thedoghouseinnandsuites.com    

• Compliance

  • Failure to follow any of these property policies is a breach of the terms and conditions of your reservation.

  • If anything in our policies is unclear, please contact us.

  • We reserve the right to evict any guest or visitor who fails to adhere to our policies.

OTHER DETAILS

• Payment

  • WOSF accepts checks, cash, and all major credit cards. As a 501c3 nonprofit religious organization, you can help us to avoid extra CC processing fees by paying with a check or cash. Please text or email Christine for that process. 

anchor@satillaretreat.com

720.486.6959

• Check-in and Check-out

  • Check-in is at 3:00 p.m. 

  • We will email you a code to the gate prior to your arrival. 

  • Keys for the house will be hanging near the front door. 

  • Check-out time is no later than 10:00 a.m. the day you are leaving. 

    • More details at time of stay.

• Dock / River Area

  • At times, the dock on the river may be used by other people including the property caretakers, volunteers, and boat charter captains or guests. 

  • Anyone using the dock will be given specific instructions to park and walk in certain areas to not impede on your stay or your event. 

  • We will notify you ahead of time through a text and give approximate days/times this could occur. 

• Emergency Response and Health  

  • WOSF does not employ medical professionals, nor do we stock medical supplies or equipment.

  • If you have an emergency, call 911. 

• General Info

  • CONTACT INFORMATION - Text 720.486.6959 anytime as needed for assistance. 

  • HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES - Housekeeping services are not provided. Special arrangements can be made if something is needed during your stay.

  • RECREATION FACILITIES - Recreation facilities could include swimming, fishing, and outdoor games. 

  • ON-SITE PHOTOGRAPHS and VIDEOS - Pictures and/or videos may be taken of you while you are enjoying the WOSF property. We may use that footage for promotional purposes. This would be impactful to the growth of the WOSF ministries. Please contact us directly if this is not ok with your group.

FINANCIAL AND CANCELLATION OR CHANGES

• Full payment for your stay is due when the reservation is made.

  • If you would prefer to pay by check or other means, please call or email for next steps. 

• 14+ Days Prior to Stay:  A one night cancellation fee will be charged and the balance of the monies paid will be refunded.  

• 14 Days Prior to Stay:  Monies paid are non-refundable after 14 days before your stay. 

• We are always committed to hosting planned stays as scheduled. Simultaneously, your safety is our priority. If circumstances beyond our control, including dangerous weather conditions or government restrictions, make hosting a planned stay illegal, impossible, or irresponsible and we cancel, we will refund your payment.

• Any exceptions to this policy for unseen emergencies on the part of the Contract Person or Organization are at the discretion of WOSF.

EVENT / GROUP DETAILS

• Events (such as a wedding) must be pre approved by Satilla Retreat Caretakers. Please contact Christine to get approval for an event.

anchor@satillaretreat.com

720.486.6959

• Events may not exceed 50 people.

• If you plan to have an event on property, you must be prepared to rent all 3 housing units as well.

• There will be a day fee for any number of people over 17 (limit for the rental home).

• Contracting Person/s is responsible for providing adequate care, supervision (including required background checks if applicable), housing assignments, and activities for attendees with their group. Furthermore, the Contracting Person/s is responsible for complying with the Georgia Code pertaining to convicted sex offenders attending their event.

• Contracting Person/s takes full responsibility for attendees.

• Contracting Person/s is responsible to inform their group of all WOSF policies and guidelines, and must maintain supervision of the group at all times.

• Waiver and release forms must be completed by parents/guardians of all attendees under the age of 18 when not accompanied by their own parents/guardians.

• The Contracting Person/s is financially responsible for damages to the WOSF property and/or any excessive cleaning costs. 

  • Statements covering such damage will be issued to the Contracting Person/s for full payment. 

ASSUMPTION OF RISK

You acknowledge that staying at WOSF properties can carry risks and agree that, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you assume the entire risk including your stay, your participation in any activities provided, use of any amenities, or any other situation that may come up during your stay/event. This means it is your responsibility to investigate ahead of time to determine whether WOSF properties are suitable for you. For example, WOSF properties may have a pool, or offer access to a river/lake/ocean/pond which may carry risk of bodily injury, disability, or death, and you freely and willfully assume those risks by choosing to participate in those amenities offered.

LEGAL INFORMATION

Unless caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of WOSF, Contracting Organization agrees to release, indemnify and hold harmless WOSF their respective officers, agents, representative, and employees of and from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, debts, fees, costs, expenses, claims, damages, losses, and expenses whatsoever that WOSF or any of its employees, agents, representatives and/or members may have now or in the future connected in any way or arising out of its/their participation in any event or conference involving WOSF to the extent, if permitted, by the laws of Georgia.

Unless caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of Contracting Organization, WOSF agrees to release, indemnify and hold harmless the Contracting Organization and their respective officers, agents, representatives, and employees of and from any and all liability, actions, causes of actions, debts, fees, costs, expenses, claims, damages, losses, and expenses whatsoever that WOSF any of its employees, agents, representatives and/or members may have now or in the future connected in any way or arising out of WOSF’s operations of any conference or event involving the group to the extent, if permitted, by the laws of Georgia.

No promise, agreement, statement, or representation not herein expressed has been made to or relied upon by the parties and this contract contains the entire agreement between the parties.

Any claim or dispute arising from or related to this agreement shall be settled by mediation and, if necessary, legally binding arbitration in accordance with the Rules of Procedure for Christian Conciliation of the Christian Conciliation Service®, a division of Relational Wisdom 360. Judgment upon an arbitration decision may be entered in any court otherwise having jurisdiction. The parties understand that these methods shall be the sole remedy for any controversy or claim arising out of this agreement and expressly waive their right to file a lawsuit in any civil court against one another for such disputes, except to enforce an arbitration decision.

Jurisdiction Venue - This agreement is entered into, accepted and performable in Woodbine, Georgia and is subject exclusively to the laws of the State of Georgia. Any suit brought to construe, modify, revoke or enforce this agreement shall be brought in Woodbine, Georgia, and the parties hereby waive any objections to venue in Camden County, Georgia and/or personal jurisdiction in Camden County, Georgia.