Stillwater | A Secluded Waterfront Yurt Retreat
French Lick, Indiana
Stillwater is designed around a simple truth: the body knows how to heal when the environment is right. Here, nature does the work. Quiet mornings by the water. Heat and steam that unwind what you’ve been carrying. Forest air, birdsong, firelight, and time that finally slows down. You begin to breathe differently. Sleep comes easier. Thoughts soften. Stillwater isn’t an escape — it’s a reset, and a reminder of how good you’re meant to feel.
Hidden in the rolling hills of Hoosier National Forest, perched above the Lost River, Stillwater offers deep quiet and immersion in nature while remaining just minutes from French Lick’s dining, wineries, golf courses, and historic attractions. You feel far away, without being far at all.
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The Space — Interior
Inside the handcrafted yurt, everything is intentionally simple, warm, and grounding. Natural textures, soft light, and thoughtful details create a space that invites rest the moment you arrive.
• Queen bed with premium memory-foam, gel-cooled mattress
• Soft ambient lighting, aromatherapy, curated art, and live plants
• Textured grass walls that blur the line between indoors and nature
• Private bathroom with high-pressure shower, bidet, Bluetooth speaker
• Humidifier and air purifier for clean, balanced air year-round
• Fully equipped kitchen with gas-top stove, air fryer, bread maker (all-natural ingredients), cookware, and a curated coffee & tea station
You move slower here. Mornings linger. Evenings soften. The space is designed for comfort without excess — a place to feel at ease, not overstimulated.
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The Space — Exterior
Step outside and the experience opens fully into nature.
• Private waterfront setting overlooking a quiet pond
• Wood-fired sauna and outdoor fire pit
• Grill and outdoor dining area
• Disc golf and mini golf on site
• Fishing access this Spring, sweeping seasonal views, and dark night skies
You wake to sunrises over the water, spend your day moving between warmth and fresh air, and end the night by firelight and stars. On clear evenings, the Milky Way often reveals itself overhead.
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Wellness & Ritual
The wood-heated sauna is a centerpiece of the experience. Deep, penetrating heat paired with forest stillness creates a grounding ritual that guests often describe as transformative. Stretch, breathe, or sit quietly as tension releases and your nervous system settles.
Yoga mats and light fitness equipment are available if movement is part of your reset.
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The Land & Wildlife
Stillwater feels alive in a quiet, respectful way. Deer frequently pass through the property. Owls call after dark. Hawks circle overhead. Frogs and turtles inhabit the pond. Nights are naturally dark and calm, shaped by wind in the trees rather than traffic or noise.
Nature isn’t a backdrop here — it’s the experience.
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Location & Access
Stillwater is located about one mile off SR-56, at the end of an old county road nestled into the hills of Hoosier National Forest above the Lost River. The final approach follows a scenic gravel road that gently transitions you from town into stillness.
• Parking for one vehicle directly next to the yurt
• AWD or 4WD recommended during rain, snow, or icy conditions
• Cell service may be limited depending on your carrier
• Reliable Starlink Wi-Fi available inside the yurt
Despite the seclusion, you’re just 5 miles from French Lick and West Baden, with easy access to restaurants, wineries, championship golf courses, hiking trails, lakes, and historic landmarks.
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Guest Access
You have full private access to the yurt, pond area, sauna, fire pit, and all on-property amenities. Check-in is contactless via a unique door code provided before arrival and active throughout your stay.
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Good to Know
Stillwater is best suited for singles or couples seeking quiet, privacy, and immersion in nature. The property is designed for rest and reflection — parties, events, and large gatherings are not permitted. Wildlife, insects, uneven terrain, and changing outdoor conditions are part of the natural setting.
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Why You’ll Love It Here
You choose Stillwater for the feeling that time behaves differently. For the warmth of the sauna, the stillness of the water, the depth of sleep, and the quiet moments that stay with you long after you leave. It’s where modern comfort meets something ancient and grounding — a place to slow down, reset, and feel whole again.
