Forest Weddings
Host an intimate outdoor ceremony on a private 58-acre nature preserve, surrounded by trees, sculptural art, and the peaceful atmosphere of Hocking Hills.
Celebrate your wedding in a secluded Hocking Hills forest preserve, close enough for Columbus guests yet worlds away from city noise. Raven's Retreat Hocking Hills offers intimate outdoor ceremonies, art-filled lodging, wellness add-ons, and eco-conscious details for couples who want a meaningful, nature-connected celebration surrounded by sculpture, woods, and quiet beauty.
Intimate wedding experiences combining forest scenery, artful spaces, guest lodging, and restorative add-ons.
Host an intimate outdoor ceremony on a private 58-acre nature preserve, surrounded by trees, sculptural art, and the peaceful atmosphere of Hocking Hills.
Create a meaningful renewal experience in a quiet forest setting, ideal for couples who want reflection, beauty, and a deeply personal celebration.
Customize your celebration with a two-night stay for up to 18 on-site guests, eco-conscious details, and options designed for gatherings up to 30 guests.
Add a memorable live sculpture performance by master sculptor Dustin Weatherby, giving guests a rare artistic experience during your wedding stay. Guests who book a live sculpture performance have the option to keep the finished sculpture as a one-of-a-kind wedding keepsake.
Enhance your wedding weekend with yoga, massage, meditation, sound baths, forest bathing, or breathwork for a calm, connected celebration.
Use the Sculptor's Art Lodge and Sculptor's Art Bungalow to keep close guests together in a private, art-filled retreat environment.
Begin with a complimentary consultation with Raven to discuss your date, guest count, vision, and priorities. Couples from Columbus can explore how the Hocking Hills setting supports an intimate wedding weekend.
Near-perfect guest ratings reflect memorable stays, intentional hosting, and the property’s peaceful creative atmosphere.
A private, art-filled setting for couples who want something deeply personal.
Celebrate on 58 secluded acres near Laurelville, away from busy Columbus venue traffic.
Handcrafted sculptures, carvings, murals, and lodge details make every gathering visually unforgettable.
Designed for meaningful micro weddings with up to 30 guests and on-site stays.
Central Ohio couples can add wellness experiences that make the weekend feel grounded.
Intentional hosts shaping every guest experience.
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 is located near Laurelville in the Hocking Hills region, making it a peaceful destination for couples and guests traveling from Columbus. The setting feels secluded and immersive while still remaining accessible to Central Ohio. It is well suited for couples who want a nature-based wedding weekend without requiring guests to travel out of state.
Talk with Raven about dates, lodging, add-ons, and availability.
390+ reviews from satisfied retreat guests.
38 reviews recognizing memorable guest stays.
91 Google reviews reflecting trusted experiences.
Share your preferred date, guest count, and vision. Raven will help you explore availability, lodging, pricing, and custom experiences for your intimate wedding near Columbus.
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.