Nestled in the hills of southeastern Indiana among 72 acres of hardwood forest, Baan Sabai is surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation. Watch abundant wildlife or gaze at the stars from a rocker on the balcony. Hike peaceful trails by rippling creeks. This naturally tranquil setting provides the ideal location for Baan Sabai Lodge (bahn sah-bye: tranquil house).
Baan Sabai is a ministry of Paracletos, Inc.
Thank you for visiting the Baan Sabai Lodge site.
We truly hope to have the privilege of hosting you for a time of relaxation and rejuvenation.
Dave and Irene, the live-in hosts at Baan Sabai Lodge, will be on sabbatical from February 1, 2023 through October 31, 2023 and will not personally be serving guests during sabbatical. Jim and Dawn Anderson, veteran missionaries and missionary care providers, will be filling in during these months. Their heart is to serve you as Jesus himself would.
The Santa Fe apartment will not be available during this time, but check with the Andersons about our other Lodge accommodations and availability. Just use the contact form below.
Accomodations & Facilities
A time away for rest is essential for spiritual vitality. Baan Sabai Lodge offers missionaries a beautiful, comfortable, and peaceful place to rest, reflect, and renew.
Baan Sabai Lodge combines scenery that soothes the soul with the relaxed space of a lodge home. Every aspect of the 6,400 square foot space has been carefully designed to create an atmosphere of serenity.
Come for a weekend, a week, or longer. We’ll provide your meals and offer you the listening ears of veteran missionaries.
Great Room
The focal point of the lodge is the spacious great room. From the warm Australian cypress floors and cedar-planked cathedral ceiling to the light welcoming clerestory windows, this space seems to draw guests to rest for a moment, an hour, an afternoon.
Hang out in front of the cozy fireplace. Catch a nap on one of the sofas. Sit and gaze out the front wall of windows as deer, turkey, and other wildlife meander through the meadow.
Evenings are a perfect time to congregate for fellowship and conversation in the most peace-inducing room of the lodge.
Library
Our guests are welcome to explore our extensive collection of over 3,500 books. From children’s books to classics, there is something for everyone.
Seclude yourself on one of the window seats. Enjoy a latte at the bistro table. Or read on the deck as you enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re looking for an entertaining read or wanting to do some serious study, you’ll find a generous selection to peruse on our shelves.
Guest Suites
Chiang Mai Room
Decorated with memorabilia from Dave and Irene’s years in Thailand, the Chiang Mai room offers an atmosphere of Asian tranquility.
Hardwood floors and knotty pine paneling create a warm and inviting environment, complete with its own full bath.
This room can sleep up to five.
Yellowstone Room
The western motif of the Yellowstone room celebrates Dave and Irene’s years in Wyoming.
Log and pine paneling and wood floors contribute to the welcoming feel.
This room can sleep up to five, with its own full bath.
Santa Fe Apartment
Santa Fe is presently unavailable for guest use.
Our Santa Fe apartment will be self-contained and carefully designed to provide comfort and privacy for those who desire a longer stay (more than one week).
Currently under construction, Santa Fe is being built and decorated in Southwest hacienda style. It will feature a private entry, laundry facilities, wi-fi access, and an outstanding view of the wooded hills that surround Baan Sabai Lodge.
The master bedroom and bathroom are available now for shorter stays, and we’ll let you know as soon as the rest becomes available.
Meeting Rooms
Our two meeting room spaces also provide the opportunity to engage in a variety activities. Enjoy the therapeutic handwork of arts, crafts, quilting, scrapbooking, or coloring.
When used for meetings, up to 40 people can gather around conference tables. When the tables are stowed, the rooms can convert into a bunkhouse for twenty or more on air mattresses.
Location, Map & Directions
Located close to Cincinnati Ohio, but peacefully situated in the hills of southeastern Indiana.
GPS coordinates: 39.0035 N 84.9712 W
Note: You will likely lose cell phone service once you start down the hill on Cole Lane. If you get lost and need to contact us, you will need to return to the top of the hill to make a call.
From the Cincinnati airport, take I-275 West about 11 miles. You will exit at Lawrenceburg/US 50, the first exit after you cross the Ohio River.
Follow US 50 for about 10 miles through the towns of Lawrenceburg and Aurora. As you leave Aurora you will climb a long hill, passing the First Baptist Church on the right and the fire station on your left near the top.
Continue about one mile to Cole Lane, which will be on your left and has a left-hand-turn lane. There is a nightclub sign on your right that can serve as a landmark, and a warehouse on the left. (If you get to Aurora Casket you’ve gone too far.)
Follow Cole Lane 2.5 miles to the bottom of the hill to where it intersects with Laughery Creek Road. Turn right and drive half a mile to Shiloh Lane – a gravel lane on your right, just past the “Road May Flood” signs.
The lane passes a farm house and forks in front of a barn. Take the left fork and continue another quarter mile up the hill to the Lodge.
Coming on US 50 you will drive past the intersection with State Road 262 in Dillsboro. From that point it is 5.3 miles to Cole Lane, which will be on your right and will have a turn lane. (You will pass the Aurora Casket Company on your left.)
Turn onto Cole Lane and follow it for 2.5 miles to where it intersects with Laughery Creek Road at the bottom of the hill. Turn right onto Laughery and drive half a mile to Shiloh Lane – a gravel lane on your right, just past the “Road May Flood” signs.
The lane passes a farm house and forks in front of a barn. Take the left fork and continue another quarter mile up the hill to the Lodge.
Testimonials
Reservations
Cost
One of the concerns that often prevents missionaries from getting away for rest and refreshment is cost. Our desire is to eliminate that concern.
Baan Sabai Lodge does not charge for use of its facilities, but we do accept donations to help with the overhead. The suggested amount is $35 per night per adult, meals included.
If you are interested in blessing your missionary friends with a get-away, consider a gift certificate. Use the form below to ask for details.
Reservations Calendar
The reservations calendar shows availability at Baan Sabai for the guest house.
Please use the contact form below to request a reservation.
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