Fifth House Lodge is a retreat located one hour west of Portland in Maine’s lake and mountain country. The lodge sits on a high hill with views to the surrounding mountains and countryside. It is a place of extraordinary simplicity, beauty and peace. 

Joan Lee Hunter, director of Fifth House Lodge, is a writing coach and teacher. She offers personalized writing retreats for individuals and group writing workshops here. She also hosts related programs led by other presenters throughout the year.

All levels of writers come to Fifth House Lodge to work with Joan. Beginners gain confidence in their expressive ability and seasoned writers find new ways to work with their material.

. . .[T]he talented writing coach Joan Lee Hunter will help you build confidence and put you in touch with your creative side. . . Hunter helps break down the emotional blocks that stand between you and your best material. . . This charming, rustic 1930s era lodge. . .offer[s] majestic mountain views. There’s a disarmingly spiritual feel about the place.