Gate 17 Retreat Center
410 1st Ave NE Soap Lake, WA 98851
This beautiful facility was designed by a quilter! Great views and lots of light in this huge work space perfect for quilters and scrapbookers!
Located directly across the street from the East Beach, the large 2000 sq ft Retreat Center is detached and just a few steps from the 1906 Bungalows and 2019 new-build Condos. The spacious, open room features many extras (see descriptions and pictures below) and is set up to personally accommodate your groups size and unique needs. We offer classes, local tours/hikes and historical information if desired. We have a separate massage bungalow available upon request (our local massage therapist has 23 years experience).
Unique local amenities in this eclectic little town include fantastic ethnic restaurants, live theater, coffee shops, bike rental and large super market… all within two blocks of the facility. The historic healing lake is perfect for treating all skin ailments and arthritis; but best of all... the quilt shop is only 4 miles away!
Scroll down to see pictures and complete descriptions of the center, the condos and the bungalows. Please note.... this is a crafter's center ONLY. We do not rent to weddings or family reunions.
Event Center
Three are 42 four foot tables, 20 armless rolling chairs, 30 six foot design walls and two ironing boards/irons.
The facility is wheelchair accessible with three bathrooms and a full commercial kitchen complete with dishes and utensils for 20, a double oven, large capacity refrigerator, premium wine fridge, and dishwasher. Small appliances include 40 cup coffee pot, Keurig coffee maker, 6 quart slow cooker and blender. We provide a hot/cold water cooler with two 5 gallon bottles of purified water as we discourage the use of single use water bottles.
This well-equipped center is just steps from the house and bungalows, and offers an option for large groups, as it can easily be arranged to accommodate up to 30 quilters if you want to take advantage of the RV park located directly across the street.
Retreat Condos
Each one has a 60" smart TV, DVD and Roku; fully adjustable thermostat and password protected high speed internet.
The beds are all Serta posturpedic pillow top mattresses with soft bamboo sheets and plush towels. There are 54 handmade quilts to use and enjoy throughout the property. The lot has 15 off street parking spaces and 12 outdoor security cameras and motion lights
Click here to see printable description of the bungalows and prices for part or all of the facility.
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Historic Bungalows
The bungalows were originally built during the height of Soap Lake's tourist activity back in 1906. Plumbing was added in 1935, the kitchens were remodeled in 1970 and all four received a complete refurbishing in 2016, with much of the original charm left intact. All three are private and comfortable, with unique decor, comfortable beds, high quality bedding, plush towels and even kitchen needs. See descriptions and photos below.
Garden Bungalow
Two full beds
Dining room
Kitchen with full sized fridge, microwave, coffee pot, and stove.
Three piece bathroom
All linens, towels, kitchen needs
Porch
Hideaway Bungalow
One Queen bed
Kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave, and coffee pot
Three piece bathroom
All linens, towels, kitchen needs
Secluded Porch (perfect if you brought a husband)
Patio Bungalow
- Two bedroom, four twin beds
- Dining room
- Kitchen with bar fridge, microwave, drip coffee pot and basic kitchen needs
- Large bathroom with two vanities
- Attached to large patio with pergola, outdoor dining and BBQ.