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Transformative Nature Therapy Retreats & Training Programs

Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills offers adults-only nature therapy retreats and training programs on a private 58-acre preserve near Laurelville, Ohio. Immersive forest bathing, somatic breathwork, yoga, meditation, and creative workshops help guests reset the nervous system, deepen connection, and return with renewed clarity. Every experience is customizable for individuals, couples, small groups, and teams.

Nature therapy retreat in a peaceful forest preserve

Our Nature Therapy Retreats & Training Services

Custom wellness, nature, and creative programs designed for restoration, reflection, connection, and meaningful personal growth.

Wellness Retreats

Customizable retreats combining yoga, sound baths, massage therapy, somatic breathwork, forest bathing, meditation areas, fitness stations, chef-prepared delicious, healthy meals, and lifestyle coaching for a deeply restorative experience.

Forest Bathing

Guided forest bathing sessions led by certified practitioners help guests slow down, engage the senses, and experience mindful restoration within the quiet 58-acre nature preserve.

Art Therapy Retreats

Art therapy retreats blend creative expression with the restorative power of the forest, supporting reflection, emotional release, and well-being through hands-on artistic exploration.

Creative Workshops

Led by master sculptor Dustin Weatherby, hands-on sculpting, carving, and painting workshops encourage creativity, mindfulness, and a deeper connection between art, wellness, and nature.

Group Wellness Retreats

Multi-day retreats for organized groups offer immersive art spaces, private lodging, nature-based programming, and nervous-system reset experiences in a peaceful adults-only sanctuary.

Wellness Add-Ons

Enhance your retreat with somatic breathwork, meditation, sound bathing, massage, yoga, instructor-led workouts, plant-based chef experiences, wild edibles tours, and coaching.

Guests planning a nature retreat in a rustic lodge

Our Custom Retreat Planning Process

Start With a Complimentary Consult Call

Begin with a free consultation call with co-founder Raven to clarify your goals, guest count, preferred pace, and desired outcomes. This helps shape a retreat experience that feels intentional rather than prepackaged.

Design Your Nature-Based Experience

Prepare the Property and Schedule

Arrive, Unplug, and Reconnect

Restored By Nature

Guest Transformations

Guests consistently praise the retreat's peaceful setting, immersive art, and deeply restorative wellness experiences.

"This retreat healed something in me I'd been ignoring. Immersed in nature and away from screens, I finally slowed down enough to feel better. Raven and Dustin's care shows in everything. Peaceful, private, and deeply nourishing. One of the best things I've done for myself."

Farah Nasser

"A soulful escape that actually delivers on wellness. The forest setting, the calm, the intention behind every detail — it all helped me decompress and reconnect with myself. I left lighter and more grounded. This is a rare and special place. I'll be back."

Renata Silva

"After months of stress this was the reset button I needed. Quiet, immersive, and healing in the truest sense. The natural beauty does half the work, and the care of the hosts does the rest. I came home restored. Everyone deserves a retreat like this."

Marcus Delaney

"Exactly the whole-person reset I needed. The combination of nature, stillness, and thoughtful hospitality was profoundly restorative. It's adults-only and beautifully private, so you can truly focus on yourself. I arrived depleted and left renewed. Cannot recommend it highly enough."

Jonathan Pierce

"I came to this wellness retreat burned out and left feeling human again. The 58-acre preserve, the art, the total quiet — it all works together to help you heal and reset. Every detail was intentional and caring. This place gave me exactly what I needed."

Vanessa Cole

"A genuinely restorative experience. The setting is beautiful and completely removed from daily stress, which made real rest possible. The whole retreat is thoughtfully designed around your well-being. I left calmer, clearer, and more myself. I recommend it to anyone running on empty."

Derek Hollis

"This retreat healed something in me I'd been ignoring. Immersed in nature and away from screens, I finally slowed down enough to feel better. Raven and Dustin's care shows in everything. Peaceful, private, and deeply nourishing. One of the best things I've done for myself."

Farah Nasser

"A soulful escape that actually delivers on wellness. The forest setting, the calm, the intention behind every detail — it all helped me decompress and reconnect with myself. I left lighter and more grounded. This is a rare and special place. I'll be back."

Renata Silva

"After months of stress this was the reset button I needed. Quiet, immersive, and healing in the truest sense. The natural beauty does half the work, and the care of the hosts does the rest. I came home restored. Everyone deserves a retreat like this."

Marcus Delaney

"Exactly the whole-person reset I needed. The combination of nature, stillness, and thoughtful hospitality was profoundly restorative. It's adults-only and beautifully private, so you can truly focus on yourself. I arrived depleted and left renewed. Cannot recommend it highly enough."

Jonathan Pierce

"I came to this wellness retreat burned out and left feeling human again. The 58-acre preserve, the art, the total quiet — it all works together to help you heal and reset. Every detail was intentional and caring. This place gave me exactly what I needed."

Vanessa Cole

"A genuinely restorative experience. The setting is beautiful and completely removed from daily stress, which made real rest possible. The whole retreat is thoughtfully designed around your well-being. I left calmer, clearer, and more myself. I recommend it to anyone running on empty."

Derek Hollis

"This retreat healed something in me I'd been ignoring. Immersed in nature and away from screens, I finally slowed down enough to feel better. Raven and Dustin's care shows in everything. Peaceful, private, and deeply nourishing. One of the best things I've done for myself."

Farah Nasser

"A soulful escape that actually delivers on wellness. The forest setting, the calm, the intention behind every detail — it all helped me decompress and reconnect with myself. I left lighter and more grounded. This is a rare and special place. I'll be back."

Renata Silva

"After months of stress this was the reset button I needed. Quiet, immersive, and healing in the truest sense. The natural beauty does half the work, and the care of the hosts does the rest. I came home restored. Everyone deserves a retreat like this."

Marcus Delaney

"Exactly the whole-person reset I needed. The combination of nature, stillness, and thoughtful hospitality was profoundly restorative. It's adults-only and beautifully private, so you can truly focus on yourself. I arrived depleted and left renewed. Cannot recommend it highly enough."

Jonathan Pierce

"I came to this wellness retreat burned out and left feeling human again. The 58-acre preserve, the art, the total quiet — it all works together to help you heal and reset. Every detail was intentional and caring. This place gave me exactly what I needed."

Vanessa Cole

"A genuinely restorative experience. The setting is beautiful and completely removed from daily stress, which made real rest possible. The whole retreat is thoughtfully designed around your well-being. I left calmer, clearer, and more myself. I recommend it to anyone running on empty."

Derek Hollis
The Raven's Difference

Why Choose Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills?

A soulful, private retreat setting where art, nature, and wellness are intentionally integrated.

Private Preserve

A secluded 58-acre Hocking Hills setting supports quiet reflection, privacy, and deep nervous-system restoration.

Living Art

Dustin's sculptures, carvings, murals, and performances make the entire property an immersive creative sanctuary.

Custom Programs

Raven designs each retreat around your goals, from solo renewal to group wellness training.

Guest-Rated

Near-perfect Airbnb, VRBO, and Google ratings reflect trusted experiences near Laurelville, Ohio.

Meet The Retreat Creators

Guided by intentional hospitality and immersive artistry.

Portrait of Raven, Co-Owner and Host of Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills

Raven

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.

Portrait of Dustin Weatherby, Co-Owner and Master Sculptor at Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills

Dustin Weatherby

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What activities can I do on a nature retreat?

At Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills, nature retreat activities can include forest bathing, yoga, guided meditation, somatic breathwork, sound baths, massage, nature walks, wild-edibles tours, creative workshops, painting, sculpting, guided art tours, and instructor-led workouts. Programs are customized around your goals, whether you want rest, emotional reset, creative inspiration, team bonding, or a digital detox.

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Still Have Retreat Questions?

Talk with Raven about your goals, group, and ideal experience.

Guest-Rated Sanctuary

Awards and Recognition

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Airbnb Rating

4.96 rating across 390+ guest reviews.

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VRBO Rating

4.95 rating across 38 guest reviews.

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Google Rating

4.97 Google rating across 91 reviews.

Begin Designing Your Restorative Retreat

Share your goals, preferred dates, group size, and desired experiences. Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills will help you explore retreat options, wellness add-ons, and a customized schedule for your visit.

Contact Us Today

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.