Escape to tranquility with a private cedar hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, and serene forest surroundings—perfect for two guests seeking relaxation and renewal.

Wellness Cabin Retreat in Nature

Wellness Cabin Retreat in Nature
Escape to tranquility with a private cedar hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, and serene forest surroundings—perfect for two guests seeking relaxation and renewal.
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River Bend Retreat: Your Private Wellness Escape in Virginia

River Bend Retreat offers a tranquil, self-guided wellness experience designed for two guests seeking peace, renewal, and connection with nature. Tucked away in a serene setting, this private retreat features a wood-fired hot tub, chromotherapy sauna, and an invigorating cold plunge. Enjoy miles of hiking and biking trails, breathe deeply in the meditation garden fed by a natural spring, and unwind by the fire pit — complete with a pizza oven and all the ingredients for a memorable evening.

Whether you’re looking to reset, reconnect, or simply relax, River Bend Retreat provides everything you need for a rejuvenating stay.

Choose from our exclusive cabins designed for deep relaxation, nature connection, and rejuvenation.

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Experience exquisite cuisine from all over the world

The experienced chefs creates international specialties with unique flavors. Relax with gourmet cuisine and signature cocktails or homemade tonics, all enhanced by beautiful music and gorgeous views over the city. From seasonal menus to dining experiences to satisfy any craving, see what our chefs are preparing for you.

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Everything You Need for a Seamless Stay

Experience thoughtfully curated amenities designed to restore, relax, and rejuvenate

Unwind in your private cedar wood-fired hot tub or sauna with chromotherapy lighting. Reinvigorate with a cold plunge, or find stillness in the meditation and breathwork garden along a natural spring. The outdoor fire pit with a pizza oven (supplies included) invites cozy evenings under the stars. Miles of nearby hiking and biking trails offer space to explore, while the outdoor movie projector creates the perfect end to your day. Every detail of River Bend Retreat supports your journey toward well-being and peace.

Restore in Radiant Heat

Outdoor two person Sauna

Step into the warmth of our private cedar wood-burning sauna — a sanctuary designed to detoxify the body and calm the mind. Surrounded by nature and silence, this immersive heat therapy promotes circulation, deep relaxation, and total renewal.

Rejuvenate Through Fire & Ice

Hot & Cold Immersion Therapy

Experience the healing power of contrast therapy with our dual-use cedar tub — heated by wood fire for deep, muscle-soothing soaks, or chilled for an invigorating cold plunge. Whether you’re easing into warmth under the stars or braving a refreshing dip, this elemental ritual restores balance, boosts circulation, and reconnects you with nature.

Find Your Inner Peace

Meditation & Breathwork Area

Discover tranquility in our dedicated meditation and breathwork space, nestled beside a natural spring — also a wild habitat where native plants and animals thrive. Surrounded by birdsong, rustling leaves, and the calming presence of nature, this serene setting invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself in the heart of the wilderness.

Culinary Delights Under the Stars

Outdoor Fire Pit & Pizza Oven

Gather around the warmth of our outdoor fire pit, which doubles as a wood-fired pizza oven — perfect for cozy evenings and shared moments. Create and enjoy delicious homemade pizzas under the stars, with dough, sauce, cheese, and pepperoni thoughtfully provided for every stay. It’s more than a meal — it’s a memory in the making.

Hiking & Biking Trail

Discover Nature’s Rhythm at Your Doorstep

Wander through miles of gently winding trails just beyond your cabin, where forest paths open up to peaceful clearings and a nearby spring-fed meditation garden. Whether you choose to hike with mindful calm or bike along shaded routes, each turn invites you to connect—with nature, your breath, and your inner peace.

Restore in Radiant Heat
Outdoor two person Sauna

Step into the warmth of our private cedar wood-burning sauna — a sanctuary designed to detoxify the body and calm the mind. Surrounded by nature and silence, this immersive heat therapy promotes circulation, deep relaxation, and total renewal.

Rejuvenate Through Fire & Ice
Hot & Cold Immersion Therapy

Experience the healing power of contrast therapy with our dual-use cedar tub — heated by wood fire for deep, muscle-soothing soaks, or chilled for an invigorating cold plunge. Whether you’re easing into warmth under the stars or braving a refreshing dip, this elemental ritual restores balance, boosts circulation, and reconnects you with nature.

Find Your Inner Peace
Meditation & Breathwork Area

Discover tranquility in our dedicated meditation and breathwork space, nestled beside a natural spring — also a wild habitat where native plants and animals thrive. Surrounded by birdsong, rustling leaves, and the calming presence of nature, this serene setting invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself in the heart of the wilderness.

Culinary Delights Under the Stars
Outdoor Fire Pit & Pizza Oven

Gather around the warmth of our outdoor fire pit, which doubles as a wood-fired pizza oven — perfect for cozy evenings and shared moments. Create and enjoy delicious homemade pizzas under the stars, with dough, sauce, cheese, and pepperoni thoughtfully provided for every stay. It’s more than a meal — it’s a memory in the making.

Rated 5 out of 5
“The hotel is well located. Rooms are very clean. Great services. Very kind people from front desk and delicious breakfast. And I really love the spa!”
Sophie Laurier
TripAdvisor
“Brilliant staff and exceptional customer service. The place is fantastic. Great facilities and atmosphere. Buffet breakfast daily is very generous.”
Luna Wayne
TripAdvisor
“The restaurants available were all very good. Friendly staff, helpful disposition made our overall experience wonderful. We will be going again next year.”
Joseph Hart
TripAdvisor
“The rooms are all renovated and modern. And the staff are very willing to help you plan your day. Thanks for all the staff and this pleased trip!”
Erin Pierce
TripAdvisor
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Sauna Quick Start

Press the power button. Select chromo light therapy color if desired.
Takes about 20 minutes to heat up.
Be careful as infrared panels on the inside are very hot.
Bring a water bottle and drink it.
The Sauna has a Bluetooth Speaker. Found on your device as “BT Speaker”.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXLsQo08qgU Amazing Sauna soundtrack
Do not overdo it. 20-30 min max.

Hot Tub Quick Start Guide

Follow the video step by step and you will have success.
The smaller pieces of kindling you use please chop more and replace if you’re able.
Fire starter can be found in the firewood shed. Lighter is in the drawer beside the sink inside.
Stir often. Turtle Thermometer is on the side of hot tub to give you the temperature.
If you leave the cover on between paddle stirring it will get hotter faster. It will also stay hot for a second soak :)
Drain the tub when you’re done. Drain can be found behind the chimney. Just turn the handle.
Cover fire box so there is no opening when done. Put cover on hot tub when finished/drained.
(Scan the QR code for the digital version of the guidebook for video link)

Cold Plunge Setup

The freezer is located in the Firewood Shed.
There are large blocks of ice. Add three to the tub and fill with water.
Check temp via turtle thermometer.
Drain the tub once you’re done. Drain is located at the bottom behind the chimney.

Meditation

Head down to the Natural Spring/Meditation Garden and give this video a try.
(Scan the QR code for the digital version of the guidebook for video link)

Breathwork

Exit the patio on the back right corner and take the small trail to the larger trail and turn right.
Follow the blue markers to the meditation/breathwork garden.
Let Wim Hof guide you through an amazing breathwork exercise on the YouTube video found in the digital guidebook.
(Scan the QR code for the digital version of the guidebook for video link)

Fire Pit/Pizza Oven. (Supplies/Wood Included!!)

Follow video step by step and you will be good to go.
When building the initial fire before putting on the pizza oven fill entire pit up with as much wood as you can fit.
Make sure its plenty hot. 800-1000 degrees.
Use a liberal amount of corn starch.
(Scan the QR code for the digital version of the guidebook for video link)