NRG Basecamp, 7 min to Bridge Day Shuttle, 20 min to Gauley River, sleeps 18

Hico, West Virginia
$464 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 17

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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 historyand 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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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Service Animals Only (pets Not Allowed)
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Composting Local Artist Showcase Local Culture & Ecosystem Education Recycling Unit Size: 3600 Sq Ft (335 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Birdwatching Nearby Hiking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Library
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces 2 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 17

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Katelind I.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The property is perfect for our annual girl’s trip and for a big group. We plan to come back every year! Tama, the owner, lives on the property and was very hospitable.

  • Charles S.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2023

    Stayed Nov 1, 2023

    The house is beautiful. Our group takes a yearly mountain cabin trip, and we have stayed in a different property every year. We loved this souch we have decided to keep coming back and make this place our dedicated destination.

  • Jill D.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2023

    Stayed Sep 1, 2023

    Our group had 10 adults and there was plenty of room for all of us. It was the peaceful retreat we all needed. The owners communication was quick and answered all my questions. If we go rafting again on the new river, we will be staying here again.

  • Argie B.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2023

    Stayed Jun 15, 2023

    Home was prefect. Host (Tama) was very accommodating and helpful with local tips, restaurants, hikes and more. We had a large group and there aren’t many homes that could facilitate our group.

  • Linda F.

    Submitted May 29, 2023

    Stayed May 25, 2023

    Peaceful, rustic retreat, in the woods.

  • Mary H.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2023

    Stayed Mar 31, 2023

    The spacious great room and deck/hot tub were a hit with our teens. On the surface everything was tidy, floors and bathrooms clean. However I was expecting a smoke and pet free house. There was a strong odor of cigarettes so that we even opened windows and doors to air out. We also encountered dog hair in the linens and towels. Not sure it’s a good idea to have guests do the laundry. There wasn’t enough detergent for us to do the laundry properly after use as required. This VRBO has potential for a higher rating with a good spring cleaning, and enforcement of no smoking and no pets.

  • Pam C.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2022

    Stayed Sep 8, 2022

    We had a long weekend family get together to celebrate the life of my late husband. We had 12 people that included my 90 year old father in law. We enjoyed the big grill, enormous deck, camp fires, and morning coffee in the hot tub. It is less than 15 minutes from the New River Bridge. It is a great place and would definitely stay again.

  • Carolyn A.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2022

    Stayed Jul 28, 2022

    It was a time of family time, we all live in different states. So we commit to a long weekend, to all be together. House is very accommodating to larger families. Would definitely go back.

  • Samuel B.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2022

    Stayed Jul 7, 2022

    Great place, great surroundings

  • Erin S.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2022

    Stayed May 27, 2022

    So much space and the oven was so cool to use! Very easy process to check in and out. Thanks for letting me have a great bachelorette!

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Total

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$464+
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