Forest Vows
Exchange vows on a private nature preserve with an intimate forest setting designed for elopements, vow renewals, and small gatherings that feel peaceful, personal, and deeply connected to the land.
Plan an intimate forest elopement at Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills, a private 58-acre art-and-nature preserve near Laurelville. From vows beneath the trees to curated wellness, chef, and live art add-ons, each experience is designed for couples who want privacy, beauty, and meaningful connection in one of Ohio’s most beloved getaway regions.
Intentional forest celebrations with lodging, planning support, and immersive wellness and art experiences.
Exchange vows on a private nature preserve with an intimate forest setting designed for elopements, vow renewals, and small gatherings that feel peaceful, personal, and deeply connected to the land.
Create a two-night wedding experience for up to 18 on-site guests, with options for plant-based chef services, yoga, massage, guided meditation, and exclusive use of inspired indoor and outdoor spaces.
Personalize the celebration with live sculpture performances by Dustin Weatherby, guided art tours, painting or sculpting classes, sound baths, forest bathing, massage, yoga, and other meaningful experiences.
Direct bookings include a free consultation call with Raven to understand your vision, guest count, preferred season, and the feeling you want your Hocking Hills elopement to carry.
Near-perfect guest ratings reflect meaningful stays, peaceful celebrations, and unforgettable art-filled experiences.
A soulful private setting for couples who want more than a standard venue.
Celebrate on 58 secluded acres near Laurelville, surrounded by Hocking Hills forest beauty.
Handcrafted sculptures, carvings, murals, and lodge details create a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
Wellness, chef, creative, and nature experiences help make your celebration deeply personal.
Near-perfect Airbnb, VRBO, and Google ratings show consistent care for Ohio guests.
The creative team behind your intentional celebration.
Co-Owner/Host
Raven is the Co-Owner and Host of Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills, an adults-only immersive art and nature wellness retreat center nestled on a 58-acre private preserve near Laurelville, Ohio. As co-creator of the retreat, Raven brings a deeply intentional approach to every detail of the guest experience, thoughtfully designing spaces and programming that foster transformation through the integration of art, nature, and wellness. Her vision has helped shape Raven's Retreat into the Midwest's most soulful creative sanctuary, earning near-perfect ratings across Airbnb, VRBO, and Google. From curating customizable wellness experiences to welcoming corporate teams, couples, and creative professionals, Raven is committed to ensuring every guest leaves feeling restored, inspired, and deeply connected to the natural world around them.
Co-Owner/Master Sculptor
Dustin Weatherby is the Co-Owner and Master Sculptor behind Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills, where his extraordinary artistic vision transforms the entire 58-acre property into a living work of art. As co-creator of the retreat, Dustin has hand-crafted the immersive artistic elements that define the experience, including striking steel sculptures, intricate wood carvings, tile murals, and a stunning black walnut kitchen featured in the Sculptor's Art Lodge. He also performs live sculpture performances for guests, offering a rare and captivating window into his creative process. Dustin's philosophy of eco-conscious, mindful design is woven into every corner of the property, making Raven's Retreat a destination where craftsmanship, sustainability, and nature converge into something truly unforgettable for every guest who visits.
Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills offers intimate forest wedding and elopement experiences on a private 58-acre preserve. Depending on your package, your experience may include a two-night stay for up to 18 on-site guests, ceremony space, planning guidance, wellness add-ons, chef services, live sculpture performances, yoga, massage, meditation, and creative experiences.
Talk with Raven about dates, guest needs, and custom experiences.
390+ reviews from satisfied retreat guests.
38 reviews for memorable guest stays.
91 reviews reflecting consistent guest care.
Share your preferred dates, guest count, and vision. Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills will help you explore availability, lodging, pricing, and meaningful add-ons for your intimate celebration.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 614-783-6143. You can also send us a quick email at stay@ravensretreathockinghills.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 614-783-6143. You can also send us a quick email at stay@ravensretreathockinghills.com.