Bend of Ivy Lodge was conceived as a special place that brings magic to the events and gatherings that take place within. To this end, and recognizing that each group of people has their own vision for the experience they wish to have, we work flexibly with those booking the lodge for their use.

We have structured our pricing to provide overnight lodging and full use of the 63 acres, kitchen, and land for a very reasonable cost. Groups can do their own food, arrange food through us, or we can put you in touch with excellent caterers with options in a variety of cuisines and price ranges. Local organic seasonal produce is available from the farm on our land. Audiovisual and other special needs can be addressed. Discounts are available for multiple bookings, larger groups, and longer retreats.  Call or email for pricing information.

All retreat guests have exclusive use of the Lodge, featuring: 

• Seven double bedrooms with two twin beds each.
• Three single bedrooms, including the loft.
• Extra mattresses and linens for 2-3 extra guests.
• Main meeting room (about 700 square feet of high-ceilinged carpeted space with lots of windows.)
• Downstairs living area (240 square feet with comfortable, casual furniture; can be used as a separate meeting space.)
• Four shared bathrooms
• Fully equipped kitchen with two dishwashers, 48" professional propane range, convection oven, microwave, commercial sink, two refrigerators, utensils, pots and pans, and table service. 
• Enclosed, heated porch dining area with seating for 30.
• Wireless high speed Internet.
• Quality audio system.

Lodge rental also includes use of: 

• The Boathouse, a rustic restored building by a small waterfall. Comfortable wicker furniture and ceiling fan.

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• 63 acres of land, with extensive walking trails, benches for sitting, great mountain views, campfire circle, and a glade of walnut and sycamore trees by the Ivy River, spectacular spring wildflowers in Salamander Valley.
• A swimming pond with lotus garden and small waterfall; flower gardens with a waterfall pool and fish to feed.

For additional charges, guests may arrange to use:

• The Pavilion, a 720 square foot enclosed meeting space overlooking the pond and gardens with a wood stove/fireplace, three window seat "Pods," a lovely deck, audio system, small kitchenette, and teacher's loft. The Pavilion does not have A/C and can be hot in summer afternoons.
• A fire circle and firewood in the lower field.
• A studio apartment with a bathroom, kitchenette, double bed and four beds.
• A dormitory with bathroom/spa area, and four additional beds.
• Two small secluded "camping cabins," equipped with refrigerator, microwave, hot plate, dishes, and either a single or a double bed. Chemical toilet is nearby; showers are at the Lodge.

Most of our booking are private retreats. We occasionally offer select public events, led by one of us or by a leader with whom we are in collaboration. You may obtain a schedule of upcoming events, or be added to our mailing list with an email.