Visit Gift House Retreats
Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to reconnect, learn more about visiting Gift House Retreats. From where you'll sleep to what you'll find when you arrive—start your retreat here.
The House
Architect-designed waterfront home
5 bedrooms, 5 bath sleeps 12 guests (retreats capped at 8 for intimacy and peace)
Half-mile private riverfront on the Great Wicomico River
All-natural linens and high-quality bedding throughout (no polyester anywhere)
Fully equipped chef's kitchen (unlicensed for commercial food service)
15 acres of private waterfront with forested walking paths & beach at low tide
Kayaks, paddleboards, dock access, and private walking trails
Many peaceful gathering spaces
Dolphins & Osprey in summer, bald eagles & otters & foxes & songbirds 24/7
Room Configuration
Luxury River Ensuite (Bungalow I)
King bed, full bed, tub, private sauna, private porch
Standard River Ensuite (Bungalow II)
King bed, shower, private porch
Private Queens (Garden Suites)
Two adjoining rooms with queen beds, shared bath
Shared Room (Artist's Loft)
3 twin beds + 1 queen, shared bath
All rooms have water views and a writing desk.
The Cottage
The Cottage
Is situated on the same grounds as the Gift House. It offers multiple rental packages for serene getaways.
The Cottage: 2 bedrooms (one King, one queen), complete bath, fully equipped kitchen, porch, and pool.
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