After many years of hosting retreats and gatherings, Bend of Ivy has transitioned to new owners and a new direction. It will no longer operate as a retreat center rental venue after December 2025.

The new owners, BeLoved Asheville, are an impactful local WNC non-profit organization.  Their vision, leadership, and humanitarian and environmental stewardship impacts the WNC and other communities, and the planet. 

It has been a true blessing to hold space for so many who came to rest, reconnect, and renew. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of this sanctuary and its story.

To the many Bend of Ivy Lodge clients and guests who visited BOI since 2014, during my stewardship and co-ownership season, thank you. 
It's been such a privilege to witness, serve and support you and your works.

We, the Bend of Ivy Team and me, are grateful and honored for all the moments, healing, celebrations and events that have been experienced here. 

And I am grateful for the wonderful Bend of Ivy Team.  They have lovingly and intentionally cared for this special property, land, creatures, clients, and me. That energy and care has been part of the energetic magic of Bend of Ivy.

My company Intentional Growth Collabortive LLC and I will continue to steward and manage the Bend of Ivy property until mid-December, as BOI's 2025 retreats complete.



With gratitude, respect and love, 
Susan Walters


To connect with Susan, please visit Intentional Growth Collaborative.