A writing retreat doesn't work if there are too many
distractions...or not enough.

StoryStudio Chicago's first annual Writer's Retreat, held at Warren Woods Inn, was a perfect event. There were twelve of us, coming to write, to read and to talk about writing. The accommodations were just what we had in mind and as a group, we voted to come back again.

Warren Woods Inn provided the right amount of privacy and common areas. Because we each had our own room and bathroom, there was always a place to retreat for some quiet time. Plus, most of the rooms had bathtub jets and several had fireplaces, making it a lovely respite at the end of the day.

The common areas were cozy and comfortable with plenty of room for us to spread out. We were there in March when the weather was sunny but cold and the fireplaces in both living rooms provided warmth and atmosphere...especially important after we stood outside around the backyard bonfire pretending it was summer!

One of the best aspects of Warren Woods Inn was that we had the run of the place. The innkeeper was there when we needed her, and we were on our own the rest of the weekend. The commercial grade kitchen and supplies were plenty and each evening after a communal dinner around the long oak dining table, we did the dishes together then retired to one of the living rooms or hung out to talk, perched on the kitchen stools with a view of the poolside deck.

As coordinator of StoryStudio Chicago's Writer's Retreat, I can highly recommend Warren Woods Inn.

Sincerely,

Jill Pollack, founder
StoryStudio Chicago