A Harbor for Rest and Renewal
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A Michigan nonprofit offering meaningful retreat experiences for breast cancer survivors on Mackinac Island.
Our Mission
Lilac Harbor Retreat provides restorative Mackinac Island retreats for breast cancer survivors and the person who stood beside them through treatment, creating space to breathe, reflect, reconnect, and heal.
About Lilac Harbor Retreat
The Retreat Experience
Each Lilac Harbor Retreat is thoughtfully designed to provide survivors and their chosen support person with an opportunity to step away from the demands of everyday life and experience the quiet beauty and timeless charm of Mackinac Island.
While each retreat may be uniquely tailored, a typical experience may include:
- Three nights of comfortable lodging
- Round-trip ferry transportation and mainland parking
- Bicycle rentals to explore the island
- Dining credit at local restaurants
- A special island experience, such as a private carriage ride, sunset boat cruise, golf outing, massages, or a special five-course dinner
- A thoughtfully curated welcome gift basket
Every detail is intended to create a meaningful experience where guests can relax and create lasting memories together.
Why Mackinac Island?
Mackinac Island offers a unique setting for healing.
With no cars, fresh lake air, natural beauty, and a slower pace of life, the island provides an opportunity to step away from appointments, responsibilities, and daily stress.
For many, it is a place to breathe deeply and reconnect with their loved one