Testimonials
See the reviews from more than 30+ quilt, scrapbooking, & women's retreat groups below.
Camellia Palms was the perfect place for our group of 7 quilters to gather for sewing & fellowship & good eats. Every mile we traveled from Mobile was well worth the effort. We are already planning our return. Loved staying here. Everyone was so happy!"
Shirley J., Azalea City Quilters, Mobile, Alabama.
Owners very accommodating. Beautiful place and scenery having Lake Jackson within walking distance.
Nancy C., Girls Trip & Class Reunion, Florala, AL
"We had a wonderful time. Great place to stay. We will spread the word of the "sewing house." Thank you!
Janice, Quilter
I really had a great retreat there! I will come again!!!
Danna B., Quilter
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"It was wonderful. there were 10 of us that came up from Southwest Florida. It was a long trip but very worth it. We all had room to spread out and work on many projects. All of us really loved the small town and we ventured out and visited a few local quilt shops. We are all looking forward to another trip up here next year!"
Denise S., Sunshine Quilt Guild, Englewood FL.
"We had a wonderful time. Great place to stay. We will spread the word of the "sewing house." Thank you!
Jo-Ellen R., SABQ Sisterhood, Panama City, Florida
"We had a retreat there and it was wonderful!"
Pam P., Quilter
"Our group had the best time last weekend. The facilities were wonderful, everything we needed was right at hand. Thank you again hope we can do it again next year!
Virginia S., Quilter
Thank you so much for your hospitality! The space was ideal for quilting. Very comfortable chairs, beds, and spaces.
Linde H., Eufala, AL.
"We knew when we met you at the Crystal River Quilt Show, that this was meant to be for us, the Rainbow Quilters from Citrus Springs, Florida. We loved the accommodations and the view. This will not be our last visit. In fact, thank you so much for your hospitality."
Rainbow Quilters, Citrus Springs, FL.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful weekend. You have such a beautiful house; the perfect place to create for our Radiant Art Retreat.
Lucy, Artist, Redlands, CA.
What a wonderful place to create, play, and rest! I will remember this trip for many years to come!!
Gabrielle, Asheville, NC.
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Thank you for your beautiful hospitality for our Yoga Retreat! We love this space and the beautiful Lake Jackson. Many continued blessings for future guests and many more retreats!
Gracie S., Grateful Hearts Yoga, Crestview, FL.
Thank you for such a lovely place to be with such comfortable beds. Home away from home!
Lis, Watercolor Artist, Toronto, ON.
You have a wonderful place for us to gather and retreat. Enjoyed morning walks around the lake!
Linda H., Milton, FL.
You have a beautiful retreat house. Loved this retreat! Thank you!
Janet, Mixed Media Artist, OH
We're back! Thank you once again for everything. Fantastic place, we will meet again at our next retreat here in November!
Linda S., Quilter,
Dunnellon, FL.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful home with us. The memories made this week at the annual Radiant Artist Retreat will bring a smile to my face for a long time!
Sondra G. Crafter, SC
Very charming place with a fabulous view! The lake was beautiful, the house was wonderful. We had a relaxing time! Thank you for all the comforts of home.
Kathy B., Piecemakers Quilt Guild, Milton, FL.
We had an awesome time! We loved the house and lake. Thank you!
Cicely J., Quilter,
Thank you so much for letting us stay in your lovely home. This was a perfect weekend for us girls from Oklahoma and Texas! Everything about your house is just simply adorable, and the lake was just beautiful and calm. We thank God for leading us here to Florala, AL.
Meredith L., Women's Group, OK
Everything was awesome!
Quilting B's from The Villages, FL.
The Wicked Papers crafters had a fantastic time in your home. Everything was comfy and cozy, and we had so much fun!!
Wicked Papers
Merritt Island, FL.
A marvelous and relaxing weekend. Cooking, walking, laughing. Thank you for the memories!
Vicki M., Girls Trip
Had a beautiful time here, everything was lovely. Thank you.
Barbara W., Quilter, AL
Thanks for opening up your beautiful place for us. We really appreciate it!
Hailey S., Girls Weekend
I had the perfect time in your retreat house. It was beautiful. Can't wait to come again!
Shelley P., TX., Girls Trip
What a fun time I had in the perfect setting of this beautiful house. Thank you so much for what you provided to us.
Angie H., Quilter, Ellijay, GA.
Thanks for a lovely place for friends sewing/quilting to gather and enjoy. New memories were added! We've laughed, giggled, sewed, ripped, ate good food, smiled, frowned, giggled some more. THANKS! P.S. We're coming back in July too. WAAHOO!
Shelia R., Quilter, FL.
I had the perfect time in your retreat house. It was beautiful. Can't wait to come again!
Judy H., Quilter GA.
We had an amazing time in this beautiful home. It was perfect for our Quilting Retreat. We're all planning on seeing you again! I had a wonderful time with good friends. Looking forward to coming back. Thanks for everything.
Lianne C., Quilter GA.
Had a wonderful retreat here! Thank you for giving us this special place to play.
Francine J., Quilter
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Thank you for such a wonderful retreat home! Enjoyed it so much.
Mary F., Quilter
Drove up from Indiana. Enjoyed the retreat, loved having breakfast on the deck and getting some fresh air, sewing all day and night, and we're coming back next year! Your sewing chairs were so comfortable!
Deb H., Quilter, IA
Love this house, beautiful! The gladiolas were blooming when we stayed in late spring and the deck is fabulous with its view. Such a great place to sew! Thank you!
Diana S., Quilter
We had a fantastic time. Your beautiful Victorian home is perfect for retreats, and I'm looking forward to coming back.
Mary P., Quilter, Ellijay, GA.
Thank you for providing a place to laugh, share, and sew. There are five of us from Florida and one from Georgia. See you again!
Anne Y., Quilter, FL
Thank you so much for allowing us to come here and spend some long overdue time together doing what we all love - quilting! Your place is lovely, and we look forward to spending time here again.
Gail F., Quilter
The Loving Hands Stitchers from Smyrna, Georgia had a great time in your wonderful center. Lots of sewing and good memories!
Loving Hands Stitchers
Smyrna, GA
Our quilt guild's 3rd retreat here. Better and better! Love it. Thank you so much!
Tara, Quilter,
Nashville, TN
Thanks so much for a fabulous quilting retreat - 2nd year in a row!!! See you next year!
Kathy R., Quilter
We had a terrific time sewing, enjoying the patio dining outside. The camaraderie was wonderful - just a very special time. For me, it was my first quilting retreat.
Linda B., Piecemakers Quilt Guild, Milton, FL
What a great retreat place. I enjoyed the quilting class I took and atmosphere.
Michaela C., Quilter
Had a great time at our retreatWonderful retreat. I will be coming back again! This place is unforgettable.
Bonita T. Quilter, AL
This was our 5th visit to Camelia Palms, and it is always so relaxing and enjoyable. We are from near and far (as far away as Idaho) to have this special time with our group of friends, making new memories and reminiscing about good times we've shared. See you! We'll be back in August!
The Scrappin Sisters, FL
This is a wonderful place for friends! We look forward to coming back next year. Thank you very much!
The Chautauqua Quilters, Defuniak Springs, FL.
Fabulous sewing space. Wonderful views and sewing area.
Shannon H., Quilter, AL
Truly enjoyed the stay - plan to return at some point. I have enjoyed the experience. Thank you.
Sherry M., Quilter
Had a great time here. Wonderful views and great weather. Thank you!
Scrappers, Makers + Junk Journalers.
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So sad to leave today. Enjoyed a wonderful group of ladies. Thank you for sharing your perfect home. Walks around the lake were awesome too.
Cathy B., Pensacola FL
We were truly inspired by our stay at the home! Lovely, lovely time!
Kathy, Sisters' Getaway Trip
This is a lovely place. So relaxing and a great time. Thanks!
Becky W., Enterprise, AL.
So excited I finally got to come to this place. I heard about it for years, and it is wonderful.
Jan W., Hanceville, AL.
First time. Such a wonderful. Met new friends, laughed, and relaxed!
Deb B., Milton, FL.
This is a lovely place. So relaxing and a great time. Thanks!
Becky W., Enterprise, AL.
So excited I finally got to come to this place. I heard about it for years, and it is wonderful.
Jan W., Hanceville, AL.
First time. Such a wonderful. Met new friends, laughed, and relaxed!
Deb B., Milton, FL.
Thank you so much for your hospitality for our group. We enjoyed having the time away to work on our never-ending list of projects. This house is so well stocked, we had everything we needed. See ya next year.
Jan C., Quilter
This has been a wonderful retreat. Enjoyed meeting other quilters who share this passion. Looking forward to coming again!
Karen M., Quilter
Enjoyed our quilt retreat! Our guild will be back next year!
Country Patchers Quilt Guild, Crestview, FL.
What a wonderful time we had in your retreat house!
Sherri C., Quilter, FL
Thank you! We had a wonderful time here. Your home is cozy and comfortable. Mattresses and pillows are really top-notch.
Wicked Papers Crafter 2nd Retreat, Merritt Island, FL.
Love, love, loved it!!! Beautiful and so much fun.
"Hos' on the Go" Cathy B. Elijay, GA
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your beautiful home.
Wiregrass Quilters Quild
First time here. Had a wonderful experience. The perfect setup for all quilters. This will not be the last visit. Looking forward to our future visits.
Diana L., Eufaula, AL.
Had a great time, we will be back!
Sherri B.,
Fort Walton Beach FL
The house is amazing and was set up perfectly for our retreat. This was our first visit and planning to come again. Until we meet again.
Rosemary W., Eufaula, AL.
What a wonderful place to retreat and quilt. Great relaxing stay after the rush of Christmas!
Mary H., Eufaula, AL.
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I had a lovely, relaxing time here. The house is beautiful, and I love the park and trail behind it!
Michelle W., Pensacola, FL.
The PERFECT location for a friends' getaway!
Sewing Divas, FL
Quiet location! We enjoyed our stay in this home. We sewed and laughed.
Wakulla County Quilters' Guild, Tallahassee, FL
The Loving Hands Stitchers from Smyrna, Georgia had a great time in your wonderful center. Lots of sewing and good memories!
Loving Hands Stitchers, New Smyrna FL.
Beautiful house in a beautiful location with a perfect setup for a quilting retreat, where we make new friends and collaborate on projects! Thank you for such a rare treasure. You are great hosts, very attentive and responsive to our needs.
Susan G., Quilter, Mobile AL
Wonderful retreat in this lovely home! Can't wait to do it again in just a few months.
Francine J., Quilter
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Second year here! Enjoyed the changes. Beautiful home in a very beautiful location! Looking forward to next year. Thank you for working with me to make sure our trip would happen. Thank you!
Cathey B, Jay, FL.
We had a wonderful retreat this week. The setup is so nice, and we look forward to coming back again!
Sarah S., Quilter,
Monroeville, AL
You have a wonderful retreat center here. Thank you for sharing it with us. Wonderful.
Patricia W., Quilter
St. Simons Island, GA.
The quiltettes had a great sewing time, sightseeing, and sisterhood!! Heading back to LA, NC, and SC. We had a wonderful time enjoying your home again!
Rebecca, Quilter,
Thomasville, GA.
Thank you for having an amazing Retreat Center. It was our first visit, but not our last. We loved the nearby 2 Gals and a Goat boutique and the local food. Seeing the lake while sewing was impressive and relaxing! Your setup for quilters was well thought out and met the needs of our whole group, allowing for great creativity and inspiration. We look forward to our next booking and letting others out there know what you have to offer. Thank you again!
Claudia L., Quilter
Perfect sewing space. Wonderful views!
Susy R., Quilter,
Nashville, TN.
It has been a great week to have time to spend with my girlfriends. We had a great time sewing. I felt very comfortable staying here, and I can't wait to come back. Thank you for a wonderful time and a wonderful place to stay.
