Your Stay at Gift House Retreats
Peace. You feel it before you can name it. Set on 28 acres along a half-mile curve of the Great Wicomico River, the water here doesn't just border the property — it holds it. Sunsets arrive stunning, every single evening. Designed by an award-winning Seattle architect, the house itself is unlike anything you've stayed in — a mostly single-floor retreat built around privacy, gathering, and ease. This is not a typical rental.
It is a place that gives something back.
The House
5 bedrooms, 5 baths — sleeps 12, retreats capped at 8 for intimacy and peace
Single-floor layout with 4 separate sleeping wings and a central open living space
All-natural linens and high-quality bedding throughout — no polyester, anywhere
Fully equipped chef's kitchen (unlicensed for commercial food service)
Multiple gathering spaces — indoors and out, each one quiet and considered
The Land & Water
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28 private acres with half a mile of riverfront on the Great Wicomico River
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Deep water dock with exceptional fishing right off the dock
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Kayaks, paddleboards, forested walking paths, and a sand beach at low tide
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Stunning sunsets every evening
Wildlife
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Dolphins and osprey throughout the summer
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Bald eagles, otters, foxes, and songbirds year-round
Room Configuration
Luxury River Ensuite (River Suite)
King bed, full bed, tub, private sauna, private porch
Standard River Ensuite (River Room)
King bed, private bath with shower, private porch
Private Queens (Garden Suites)
Two adjoining rooms with queen beds, shared bath
Shared Room (Artist's Loft)
Two adjoining rooms. Main room 2 twin beds + 1 queen, adjoining room 1 twin bed
All rooms have water views and a writing desk.
Pricing
Individual Retreat Weekends
NON-MEMBERS:
Retreat fee: $222
Accommodation included in retreat fee. Contact Lucy to reserve your room.
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luxury ensuite with sauna: king bed and full bed
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standard ensuite: king bed
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two private rooms with shared bath: queen beds
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shared room and bath: one queen and three twin beds
Important: BYO Food Model
Kitchen is NOT licensed for commercial food service.
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Guests bring their own food (BYO), coordinate a potluck, or hire an outside caterer
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Pre-retreat Zoom 2 weeks before to coordinate meals, introductions, and Q&A
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Gift House provides: a chef's kitchen, oil, spices, coffee, tea (like Airbnb)
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Benefits: Accommodates all diets, builds community, keeps costs radically low
Sunset Cottage by the River
Part of Gift House Retreats — Private & Separate — Situated on the same 28 acres as Gift House, Sunset Cottage is a waterfront escape — its own building, its own rhythm, its own slice of the river.
-King bedroom, study with daybed, open living space, full kitchen, and one bath — all RIVER VIEWS
The Setting Surrounded by water on three sides. Dolphins at dusk and dawn. Eagles overhead. Unforgettable sunsets from the screened porch!
The Extras: Pool access · Outdoor soaking tubs · High-speed internet · Fully equipped kitchen
The Location Virginia's Northern Neck — wineries, maritime heritage, and genuine small-town charm.
Sunset Cottage is managed by our hospitality partner MaMargaret's. Use the link below to check availability and reserve your stay.
Sunset Cottage booking and reservations are managed by our hospitality partner, MaMargaret’s. The booking for Sunset Cottage is only through this link below. (3 guests maximum · No pool parties)
