TAKE ME HOME!
Sweet Retreat Lodge is a home first, and that is what makes it different.
This is not a corporate-managed rental or a staged mountain house with all the personality polished away. It is a real West Virginia home, personally hosted and cared for by the owner, a lifelong local with deep roots in the area. 
Family photos, personal collections, well-loved books, familiar games, local art, and blue-and-gold West Virginia touches give the house a sense of history and heart. Guests are not just stepping into a place to stay. They are stepping into a home with a story.
RETREAT, RECHARGE, RECONNECT
The hammock is part of the Sweet Retreat logo for a reason.
For our family, it has always meant slowing down, stepping outside, and making room for nature, laughter, and each other. The original hammock was carefully hung by the children at the start of summer weekends and holidays, until it became affectionately known as “the family flag.”
That simple tradition helped shape the spirit of Sweet Retreat.
Today, we share that same philosophy with our guests: retreat
into the woods, recharge in the mountains, and reconnect
with the people who matter most.
Stay in, head out, or do a little of both. Sweet Retreat is a roomy mountain home, a peaceful gathering place, and a comfortable basecamp for exploring Southern West Virginia. However you spend your time here, we hope Sweet Retreat becomes part of your story too.
The Home
• Large gathering spaces for families and groups 
• Open floor plan that naturally brings people together 
• Large windows and glass doors with peaceful wooded views 
• Spacious kitchen for shared meals 
• High-end appliances, including AGA, Sub-Zero, and Thermador 
• Books, games, personal collections, and local art throughout the home
The Property
• Private 13-acre property 
• Covered deck surrounded by forest 
• Hammock, horseshoes, basketball, and cornhole 
• Room to slow down, spread out, and reconnect 
• Optional event venue for weddings, reunions, and retreats
The Area
• New River Gorge National Park 
• Several nearby state parks 
• Rafting, hiking, climbing, swimming, ATV riding, and mountain biking 
• Craft breweries, local dining, galleries, and small-town shops 
• WV Waterfall Trail and Almost Heaven Swing stops 
• Custom digital guidebook included

Sweet Retreat: Lodge and Event Venue

Tama,
We enjoyed spending a very memorable weekend at your place.  So happy our son found it. The painting class was more than we expected and we enjoyed it so much. Our granddaughter of 4 years was remarkable during this session.  It's one of our most treasured memories with our son and his family.
Thank you so much,
Dick and Susan Yancy

Winter Arts and "Crafts" Getaway!

Nothing beats working out with the soul family for friendsgiving. Had a blast, as always! Good people, beautiful nature, cozy home, fun times!  Thank you all for such a warm welcome! Good vibes all around! 
Conner, Bandy, Alex, Ziggy, DAvid, Viv, Amanda, Drewzy and Emin

Friendsgiving

From Ohio and Virginia, 
Great House & Great Time!
Thanks, 
Charles, Ben, Kyle, Ehan, Able, Casey, and Fred

Fall Festive

Thank you from the Hathcock chapter of the Leatherneck Nation, NC

Leatherneck Nation

Family Members from Frenchville,  and Hershey PA and Zenia, Ohio enjoyed our stay here! The accommodations were great and the kids loved the outside fires, a nature hunt, and playing with the kittie.
Thank you!

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