Your exclusive residential VIP hub for your team, clients, and guests
A sprawling executive residence with integrated wellness, chef-prepared dining by arrangement, and private strategy spaces — designed to keep your best people performing at their best for the full duration of your project. 51 miles from Chicago. 35 minutes from Notre Dame and South Bend International Airport. 15 minutes from Lake Michigan.
138 Years
History echoes off every wall.
For 138 years, this sprawling estate has been a coveted veritable blue zone; a home away from home, a place where people live longer and think clearer.
In 1888, this mansion was built, the first of its kind, as a home for widows. They moved in at age sixty — and in the sanctity and beauty within these walls, they lived well into their hundreds, becoming a healthy tribe of centenarians. Something about this place added life to years and years to life. This is why we call it a hidden blue zone.
And now it is yours.
Today, The Old Ruth estate flings wide its doors to a different demographic; a breed of hearty executives and leaders, whose work demands an environment as intentional and excellent as their output.
A turnkey executive headquarters designed for optimal performance.
The Mansion
14 private suites. A sprawling National Historic Registry mansion and estate.
Slip into the tranquil exclusivity of a residence-only estate, a peaceful escape. Heaven on earth.
Designed by the same architect who designed the iconic La Porte Courthouse.
No strangers. No noise. No pets. No televisions. Just the rest, beauty, and the unmistakable feeling of home.
3.3 acres of mature maples and walnuts · Three grand pianos · Vintage elevator · Reading library · Thinking games · A setting designed to down-regulate your nervous system and signal to your body that all is well.
The Restoration Philosophy
Complimentary — For Daily Use
Far Infrared Sauna + Red Light Therapy — Deep, penetrating heat that raises core temperature, drives detoxification through sweat, eases muscle tension, and improves circulation — paired with targeted red wavelengths that support cellular recovery and skin health. Private sessions at The Old Ruth or Studio 7:14.
Leg Compression — Sequential pneumatic compression therapy that improves circulation, reduces swelling, accelerates recovery, and supports lymphatic drainage.
The Chair (Nervous System Trainer) — This is where your body finally exhales. The Chair gently guides your nervous system out of chaos and back into peace. Come relax, breathe, and be restored.
Rebounding — Low-impact cardiovascular exercise that stimulates lymphatic flow, improves balance and coordination, strengthens the musculoskeletal system, and boosts cellular oxygenation — all without joint strain.
Kloud PEMA — Whole-body pulsating electromagnetic activation. Twenty minutes a day to support circulation, nervous-system regulation, muscular recovery, and sleep — without physical exertion.
Real food that optimizes high capacity people.
Should your gathering of guests call for meals, custom food and beverage packages can be thoughtfully designed and arranged in advance for an additional fee.
These tables have carried the heart and stories of every love-filled meal served in this house since its inception in 1888. They are the original farm tables — built for this room, in this house, 138 years ago.
One menu. Thousands of memories made. Food prepared the way your great-grandmother would have made it — whole, organic, and honest. We focus on options that are free of seed-oil, gluten, dairy, and soy.
Our dining room comfortably seats 40, and arranged meals are served family style.
The space is available for your additional private corporate event.
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The Executive Lounge (Upgrade — Exclusively for Old Ruth Residents)
Above A Whole World of Good sits a 3,000 square-foot lounge — available exclusively to Old Ruth residents for executive meetings, strategy sessions, and whatever else might be needed. Flexible configuration. The quiet of a private floor above the life of downtown. Reserved at an additional day or monthly rate.
A Whole World of Good
Walkable from The Old Ruth · Directly across the street from Studio 7:14
Is it an excellently sourced craft coffeehouse with single-origin, first-wave, organic daily supplies of caffeine? Is it a mercantile with AIP-friendly grab-and-go snacks and imported European delicacies? Is it a fashion-forward clothing boutique that in itself is a delightful discovery and surprising gem? Is it a unique, one-of-a-kind artisan gift store and vintage trove of curiosities? Is it the place everyone wants to be and gather?
Why, yes! Yes it is.
It truly is A Whole World of Good.
For Old Ruth Residents
• One complimentary craft coffee or specialty drink daily per resident.
• 15% off all products and services for the entirety of your stay.
Peace so concrete you could walk on it.
The Old Ruth does not announce itself. It reveals. The longer you stay, the more you find.
A Vintage Working Elevator
Spanning all four floors of the mansion. Original cage. Runs as well as the original Edison light bulb — a prized staple of the house and one of the estate's most unexpected treasures.
Libraries That Line the Halls
Not a shelf. Collections. Wholesome literature and excellent food for thought — having stood the test of time in minds and hearts.
Thinking Games & Quiet Strategy
Chess. Settlers of Catan. Scrabble. Cribbage. Backgammon. Dominoes. Puzzles. The analog entertainments of people who use their minds all day and want to use them differently in the evening.
Easels, Paint & Canvas
Available for anyone who wants to try their hand. No skill required. No judgment. Just color, texture, and the permission to make something that didn't exist an hour ago.
No Televisions
Screens available upon request only. Elimination of distraction by design. Forced cognitive recovery every evening.
3.3 Acres of Maples, Walnuts, and Ferns
Daily grounding. Dawn to dusk stillness. Establish your early morning breath and bodywork routines before the rest of the world even wakes up.
The Innkeeper's Prized Kombucha, Maple Syrup & Walnut Wine
Made on-site by hand. Shared from time to time over good stories, laughter, and a healthy game of chess. Enjoyed by chance.
Music That Down-Regulates Your Nervous System
Wafting through the halls — you feel it before you even realize it.
What comes with your stay.
Every residency includes access to the full ecosystem of wellness, community, and welcome.
Complimentary
Wellness and Spa Services (Far Infrared Sauna, Red Light, Kloud PEMA, Leg Compression, The Chair, Rebounding, Morning PE upon request)
Organic cleaning supplies throughout
On-site laundromat with chemical-free organic detergent
Iron & ironing board
Weekly maid service (sheet changes + room clean)
One daily craft coffee or specialty drink at A Whole World of Good
15% off all products and services at AWWOG and Studio 7:14
Upgrades (15% Resident Discount)
Offsite laundry service (concierge drop-off and pick-up)
Concierge maid service (additional cleans beyond weekly)
Food service is not included. Custom food and beverage packages can be designed and arranged in advance as an add-on.
10,000 square feet of deliberate wellness modalities for body, soul, mind and spirit — directly across the street from A Whole World of Good in historic downtown La Porte.
A beautiful, perfect mile — a low-impact walk from your front door.
Complimentary, Daily Use for Residents
Far Infrared Sauna
Deep, penetrating heat that raises core temperature, supports detoxification through sweat, eases muscle tension, and improves circulation. Two saunas for daily use or back-to-back sessions.
Red Light Therapy
Targeted wavelengths to support cellular recovery and skin health.
Kloud PEMA
Whole-body pulsating electromagnetic activation. Patented layered signals support circulation, nervous-system regulation, recovery, and sleep. 20-minute daily sessions.
Leg Compression
Sequential compression therapy for circulation and recovery.
The Chair — Nervous System Trainer
A zero-gravity lounger with vibroacoustic therapy. 20–30 minute sessions that shift the body from fight-or-flight to rest-and-restore.
Additional Modalities Available
15% resident discount on all additional services
Hyperbaric Chamber
Pressurized oxygen therapy that saturates blood and tissue with oxygen to speed healing, lower inflammation, sharpen mental clarity, and shorten recovery from travel, exertion, and chronic fatigue. Appointment required.
Full-Scale Apothecary
Organic herbs, teas, nutraceuticals, and supplements — specifically curated for those battling chronic autoimmune dysregulation and cellular dysfunction.
Wellness Chamber
Full-spectrum infrared sauna paired with complementary technologies in one private session — circulation, lymphatic flow, recovery, muscle and joint comfort, cellular function, and nervous-system regulation together.
PEMF Therapy
PEMF works at the cellular level by restoring proper electrical charge so cells can repair, absorb nutrients, and release waste efficiently. It calms nerve irritation, reduces pain, improves micro-circulation, and lowers inflammation without physical strain. With a certified MagnaWave therapist.
Cryotherapy
Cold therapy spot treatment for inflammation and pain reduction.
Full-Scale Massage Studio
An array of massages to aid all recovery and mobility needs of all systems: circulatory, muscular, skeletal, breath, lymphatic, and cellular.
Biblical Counseling & Life Coaching
Marriage, family, wellness, and executive-level life coaching. Individual and couples sessions available.
Breath & Body Classes
Controlled breathwork, slow precise movement, rebounding, and group sessions — all levels welcome.
Nutrition Services
Personalized guidance for residents seeking targeted nutritional support. Private apothecary consultations available.
www.714.studio · 714 Lincolnway, La Porte, IN · (219) 809-2028
Kindness and respect are the only languages spoken on this property.
The Old Ruth operates under a Sanctuary Covenant — a governing agreement that protects the peace and quiet, history, and charm of this beautiful place for every resident.
Residents Only
No outside guests. This home is set aside for your employees, special guests, managers, contractors, and business associates, who will enjoy privacy and safety in a wellness community. Meeting spaces are available as you need them, for all the moments that require team bonding or exclusivity. Our staff is on site 24/7 to serve the needs of guests and home. A zero-stranger environment beyond the constraints of the negotiated agreement.
Low-Decibel Living
The mansion is a quiet zone for peaceful living, personal and business calls, and scheduled meetings. The downtown Upper Room lounge is available for more lively events, negotiated ahead of time for the needs of all.
Kind, Wise & Tasteful
Our culture exists for the protection of yours. Profanity, aggression, or disrespect are unwelcome. Continued intrusive behavior can be considered a material breach warranting immediate expulsion.
Stewardship
It is expected that all guests will respect the rich heritage and culture of this home. Pet-free. Smoke-free.
30-Day Minimum
This is a season, not a stopover.
3.3 acres of mature maples, walnuts, and antique bulbs. A walkable historic downtown. Lakes in every direction.
The Old Ruth sits in the heart of La Porte, Indiana — a town experiencing a once-in-a-generation economic transformation. A $1 Billion Microsoft data center campus and a $125 Million Northwest Health hospital are bringing world-class leadership to a town that still feels like home.
The Front Lawn
Mature trees and a wraparound screened porch
The Historic District
A perfect walkable mile to downtown
The Garden Walk
Lush landscaping on 3.3 acres
Lake Michigan
15 minutes away
Within Reach
New Buffalo Lighthouse
30 min
Michigan City Pier
15 min
Amish Country
35 min
Notre Dame
35 min
Chicago Skyline
51 miles
The little local joys
La Porte is a town of lakes, parks, festivals, church bells, farmers markets, vibrant church communities, and live music nights. Your executives will discover a rhythm here that makes them want to stay.
La Porte County Courthouse
Historic Downtown
Parks & Trails
Farmers Market
Pine Lake Sunset
Arts in the Park
A Whole World of Good
Studio 7:14
The environment your executives live in determines what they're capable of building.
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