The Pond House, a vintage glass cabin filled with art, water views & eclectic vibes privately perched on the sacred grounds of Hackmatack Retreat Center. Native prairie, a winding slow river, two ponds, 200+ year old oaks & big sky- Countless places to curl up, gathering, focus-- nooks and crannies indoors and out, we offer “time out for time in” amidst this noisy world. Minutes from 2 small towns, all amenities, we're all about peace & ease-- let us custom curate your experience ! The space Hackmatack Retreat Center is located in Richmond, IL, minutes from the Wisconsin border sitting on almost 30 acres of protected land in the Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge. The land is native prairie with a winding slow river, two ponds, 200+ year old oaks, and big sky. With countless places to curl up and write, gathering spaces for group work, and writing nooks and crannies indoors and out, Hackmatack Retreat seeks to offer “time out for time in” amidst this noisy world. There is a typical cozy family room in the lower-level equipped with a smart tv, two beautiful bedrooms with queen beds. The family room also has a portioned twin XL, in case you’re traveling with a larger group. The upstairs is the ideal entertainment or retreat space, open and easily fitting 20 people for various events and gatherings. The kitchen is open and ideal for entertaining and serving. Our space is versatile and yours to use however you can imagine! Guest access All of it ! Yay! And all the land ! And the river ! And the ponds ! And the paths! We got you! ❤️🙌 Other things to note The Guest represents, warrants, and acknowledges that they will use the Glass Cabin and its facilities at their own risk and indemnify and save the owners and/or its agents harmless from any personal injury, sickness, death, loss or damage however caused, to person or property, his/her family or guests, during or after the time of occupancy. Further, the Guest accepts full responsibility for the use of any recreational equipment, such as kayaks, boats and docks, etc. Booking a reservation shall act as acknowledgment and agreement to the above statement.