Hope Springs is a Retreat Center in southern Ohio's Appalachian foothills providing intentional space for mindful, creative and healthy private group retreats. Hope Springs also sponsors profoundly transformational workshops on topics which include women's issues, empowered leadership, and personal growth.
Hope Springs is nationally and internationally known for its hospitality, community-style warmth, and memorably delicious meals. We are a full service retreat center providing indoor accommodations for up to 30 people, with camping options for larger groups.
Besides the beauty of its secluded forested setting, what makes Hope Springs special are its outstanding facilities. The Studio is an octagonal 1500 sq. ft. building with exquisitely finished maple hardwood floors, high skylights, and spacious ceilings - evoking a reverent and tranquil response from guests. The Farmhouse is warm, homelike building that provides housing and small group gathering space. Our Dining Room is colorful and welcoming, and offers buffet-style dining as well as additional restroom facilities for large gatherings.
Hope Springs has a warm, community feel and artistic ambience throughout its complex. The outdoor hot tub is available at all time for our guests' enjoyment.
Visitors feel spiritually supported by the natural spaces offered in the outdoor walking labyrinth and the woodland cathedral that beckons outside their door.
Faith
Non-Faith Based:
Non-Faith Based
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: The Hope Springs Institute Mission:
To Provide Sacred Space
for Feminist* Education, Responsible Green Living and Transformational Work
In the service of
Healthy Relationship with Planet Earth, Global Peace, Social Justice and Equality
and Personal Development
* Feminist - one who believes in the social, political and economic equality of the sexes.
Average Cost: $$
Cost for overnight groups is $125.00/person/night. This includes all meals, lodging, exclusive use of the facility and grounds, and basic workshop supplies. We can host overnight groups between 14-36 people indoors, with outdoor camping options for larger groups during the warm months.
Daytime use is also available, generally during the weekdays. Contact Hope Springs to discuss pricing and scheduling.
Environment: Lake / Pond, River / Stream, Rural, Woods
Gay Friendly: Yes!
Special Needs: Allergies, Wheelchair Access
Restrictions: No Alcohol, No Drugs
Environmentally Sustainable:
Yes!
Hope Springs commits to pay attention to the following areas and continue to:
• Reduce and reuse
• Recycle
• Minimize waste
• Efficiently use water
• Use energy economically
• Manage and conserve our forest, meadowland, and ravine
• Participate in Green Programs such as green cleaning
• Use local, fresh, and natural food
• Car Pool and combine trips for environmental sensitivity
Language: English
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
36
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
100
Meeting Rooms:
| Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
| The Studio | 1500 | 100 | Exquisitely finished maple hardwood floors, high skylights and spacious ceilings - ideal for large group gatherings, yoga & movement, and creative activities. Overnight accommodations for up to 16 people, and four bathrooms. |
| The Farmhouse | 2000 | 30 | Cozy two-story restored farmhouse for overnight accommodations, self service dining, and small group break-out space. Overnight capacity for up to 18 people, and three bathrooms. |
| The Cottage | 400 | 4 | Separate cottage can be used by group facilitators of large groups. Accommodates 4 guests, with one bathroom. |
| Dining Room | 1500 | 75 | Large roomy dining room and commercial kitchen, with additional outdoor patio for seasonal seating. Room set up is flexibile. Two additional bathrooms, with showers, are housed in this building as well. |
| Spirit House | 700 | 50 | A round meditation and meeting space with a radiant heat floor & central sunken fire pit. |
Groups Served: 12 Step / Addiction / Recovery, Arts / Crafts, Business, Church / Faith / Religious, Dance / Theater, Educational, Families, Health / Healing, Lesbian / Gay, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Music, Nature / Adventure, Non-profit, Peace / Justice, Personal Development Groups, Reunions, Silent, Womens Groups, Writing, Yoga Groups, Youth Groups
Amenities: Art Studio / Equipment, AV Service, Carpet, Chapel / Temple, Fire Pit / Circle, Fireplaces, Gardens / Outdoor Space, Hardwood / Tile (non-carpet), Hot Tub, Labyrinth, Massage Services, Meditation Hall, On-line / Internet Access, Volleyball, Walking/ Hiking Trails, Wellness Services, Yoga Classes
Special Features: Hope Springs is dedicated to welcoming groups that express all aspects of diversity - racial, ethnic, gender & sexual identity, age, spiritual.
Hope Springs is an alcohol-free facility.
Technology and AV: Stereo equipment and A/V are available in the Studio. Most of the buildings have wireless internet access via sallelite network. Due to the rural location, Hope Springs has very limited cell phone service.
Room Types: B&B, Cottage / Cabin, Dorm, Tent
Total Number of Rooms:
13
Children OK: Yes!
Housing: Bedrooms are double or triple occupancy. Single, double, and king bed configurations are available. Bathrooms are shared throughout the buildings, although some limited private bathroom access is available in the Studio. Tent camping is available for larger groups during the warmer months, with bathroom facilities provided off of the dining room.
Food: Organic / Locally Grown, Raw Food Options, Restricted Diet Options, Vegetarian or Vegan Options
Meal Availability: Kitchen - Shared, Provided - All Meals
Location of this Retreat:
4988 Mineral Springs Rd
Peebles, OH 45660
United States
Travel Info: Though internationally recognized and located in a remote setting Hope Springs is close to a large percentage of the Eastern U.S. population, being only a 1.5 - 2 hour drive from Cincinnati, Columbus, Lexington and Huntington.
We have people who are willing to provide transportation to and from the airports. You should coordinate travel by calling or emailing the drivers directly. You also pay the drivers. The cost range is $25- $85 per trip to the airport. The cost varies with the distance to the airport, the number of passengers and the time the driver needs to wait.
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Mary
6/7/2011
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Any visit to Hope Springs is a restorative experience. The atmosphere is calming - the food is creative and delicious - the staff is caring and attentive - and the rooms are comfortable and well-equipped. I can't wait to go back...in fact I think that I'm going to create a retreat for my friends so that I can share this place with the important people in my life. HURRY, it's going to get VERY POPULAR.
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Brynn
6/6/2011
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Hope Springs is a beautiful and wonderfully peaceful getaway within driving distance of my home in Cincinnati. I have visited for three separate events in the last three years, and each time I find myself raving about the food--so healthful, so delicious, it's incredible. The setting, too--with a labyrinth, paths through the woods, beautiful perennial gardens and (my favorite) a frog-filled pond--made my experiences consistently restorative and enjoyable. I tell everyone I know about this gem located so close to Cincinnati that seems to draw people from all over.
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George
6/4/2011
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I stayed there recently. The room I stayed in was marginal, but very clean, comfortable and acceptable. The reason it was marginal was because it wan't as nicely appointed as, say, the Meridien in Hamburg. Three things to commend Hope Springs: (1) the food (2) the food and (3) the program. Great conference facilities, great campground, great location, nothing could really be better. Unless they had a 48" television in every guest room.
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Alexandra Merrill
6/2/2011
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As a teacher who is always on the lookout for the' just right 'Retreat Center, I have stopped looking since I found Hope Springs many years ago. Its remote-from -the-urban-life location is a boon. And its intimate connection with the Earth and the Great Earthworks at Serpent Mound is far more precious than immediate access to the social media, although there is wireless connection. The food is excellent as are the rooms and amenities. The staff- well, the staff has no equal anywhere Ive been.NO exaggeration.
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Tracy Jo Duckworth
6/1/2011
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I have organized and led the women's retreat for my church at Hope Springs in 2009 and 2010. We are definitely returning again this year. Hope Springs has provided a nurturing setting for us to do our spiritual work. The energy of the land and buildings is amazing. The staff is attentive to our every need. The food is sumptuous and delicious; prepared with love and gratitude. The rooms are lovely. The Spirit House is perfect for our morning meditation and for a fire circle in the evening. Our church has been to several other retreat centers over the past 10 years and we know we have finally found a home in Hope Springs. We will most likely have 30 women attending this year. There is a lot of excitement about us returning to such a spiritual place to deepen our relationship with the Divine.
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Mary Manera
5/31/2011
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The accommodations at Hope Springs are comfortable and beautiful. The food is the best I've had at any retreat center I've attended. The land at Hope Springs is so beautiful, and creates an amazing space for deep personal work.
I have brought several retreats to Hope Springs over the past 10 years, and each time the staff has been extremely attentive to the needs of my group. I highly recommend Hope Springs.
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Jana
5/31/2011
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I have attended several workshops at Hope Springs and each one has made me want more. The food is delicious, the rooms personal and individually decorated, the staff warm and responsive. When arriving, I breath a big sigh of relaxation and leave carrying peace with me.
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Reservation Criteria: Hope Springs is an alcohol-free facility. Once a group leader has contacted Hope Springs and a contract has been sent, the signed contract and $700 deposit is required to complete the booking; additional contract requirements are agreed upon at that time. Cost is $125.75/person/night. This includes all meals, use of the facility and grounds and basic workshop supplies.
Retreat Contact: Jules Myers
Phone: 937-587-2602
Website:
View Retreat Website
Organization Contact:
Hope Springs Institute
4988 Mineral Springs Rd
Peebles, OH 45660
United States
Organization Website: View Organization Website