Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
NRG Basecamp, 7 min to Bridge Day Shuttle, 20 min to Gauley River, sleeps 18
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
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Leave used beds unmade.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2255685vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Hico
Located in Hico, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Summersville Lake and Babcock State Park, while Fayette Theater and Love Hope Arts are cultural highlights. New & Gauley River Adventures and Ace Adventure Resort are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
New & Gauley River Adventures - 11 min drive - 16.4 km
New River Gorge Canyon Rim Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 17.1 km
New River Gorge Bridge - 11 min drive - 17.8 km
Kaymoor Miners Trail - 11 min drive - 17.8 km
Canyon Rim Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 17.1 km
Getting around
Thurmond Station - 40 min drive
Beckley, WV (BKW-Raleigh County Memorial) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Rendezvous River Lodge - 14 min drive
Arrowhead Bike Farm Biergarten & Campground - 19 min drive
Firecreek BBQ & Steaks - 13 min drive
Maggie's Pub - 13 min drive
Bufflers BBQ Grill - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is NRG Basecamp, 7 min to Bridge Day Shuttle, 20 min to Gauley River, sleeps 18 pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at NRG Basecamp, 7 min to Bridge Day Shuttle, 20 min to Gauley River, sleeps 18?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at NRG Basecamp, 7 min to Bridge Day Shuttle, 20 min to Gauley River, sleeps 18?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at NRG Basecamp, 7 min to Bridge Day Shuttle, 20 min to Gauley River, sleeps 18?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is NRG Basecamp, 7 min to Bridge Day Shuttle, 20 min to Gauley River, sleeps 18 located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of New & Gauley River Adventures, New River Gorge Bridge and New River. New River Gorge Canyon Rim Visitors Center and Canyon Rim Visitor Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Tama L Sweet
I’m Tama Sweet, the owner and local of Sweet Retreat. I’m a retired teacher and lifelong resident of the region. I hope that by endeavoring to run a hospitality / tourism business, I can share my affection for this special area, and it's origins with people from everywhere!
One of my favorite things about the house is the way the skylights, large windows, and French doors fill the rooms with light, frame the woods, and gently draw guests outside to the deck, the trees, and the quiet of the property.
I hope you feel welcome here, settle in, and enjoy one Wildly Wonderful stay.
Why they chose this property
The history and majesty of New River Gorge compares to no other! I called it, "New River GORGEous" before it was fashionable. You can stand beside the New River, or dive in, and remember just how old and beautiful this place really is. I fell in love with the rivers, woods, history and people of my home state as a child. My WV pride and connection to my Celtic heritage are evident throughout the property.
What makes this property unique
One House, One Host, One Wildly Wonderful Stay
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.