Book your Alaskan "Vacation With A Purpose"

Not in full-time ministry?  You can still enjoy a stay at The Respite!

Our mission is to assist pastors in living into their calling at a sustainable pace.  To that end, our "Vacation With A Purpose" program provides an amazing Alaskan experience to those who aren't in full-time ministry with the added benefit of providing a scholarship for a pastor and spouse who can't afford to get away.

It's simple and one of the most cost-effective ways to enjoy an all-inclusive vacation in Alaska.
Your stay includes:
  • 5 nights and 6 days
  • All meals:  breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Private room and bathroom with shower (we don't rough it!)
  • Guided hiking
  • Guided excursions around Kachemak Bay
  • Guided tour of our oyster farm
  • Fishing:  guided river fishing is available depending on the season (ocean charters for halibut and salmon are not included but we can book them for you)
  • Walking tour of our island with stops in the local galleries and coffee shop (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
  • Tide pooling
  • Time and space to rest
  • Amazing views everywhere you look
Cost of this experience for non-ministry guests:
​$2,000 per couple plus a $2,000 tax-deductible scholarship contribution
 - Airfare to Homer and water taxi to Halibut Cove is not included
With our local connections, we can help you book other optional excursions such as bear viewing, sea kayaking, flight seeing, volcano tours, and more!