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Reasons to book
About this house rental
The space
Some trips are more than a getaway. They become the weekends your family talks about for years.
Ravenwood was created for those trips.
Tucked into the North Alabama forest at the entrance to Bankhead National Forest, this one-of-a-kind private lodge brings up to 14 guests together beneath one roof. It is an ideal setting for multi-generational family vacations, reunions, milestone weekends, holiday gatherings and intentional group retreats.
There is space for everyone to settle in comfortably, with seven bedrooms, 3 king beds, 3 queen beds, 1 full bed and 6.5 bathrooms. Multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas allow your group to spend time together without feeling as though everyone is on top of one another.
Inside, original woodwork, stone fireplaces and distinctive architectural details give Ravenwood the warmth and character of a historic forest lodge. Prepare family meals in the full kitchen, linger around the table after dinner or find a quiet corner when you need a little time to yourself.
Outside, the pace naturally begins to slow.
Children can explore the property’s trails and natural surroundings while adults enjoy coffee on the porch overlooking the trees. Go on a hike to the pollinator field cultivated and planted with area wildflowers to attract birds, butterflies and pollinating insects. Swings are ready for visitors to sit observe and rest in the beauty of nature.
Phones tend to disappear here. Conversations last longer. Mornings begin slowly, and evenings are spent with the people who matter most.
The highlights
• Sprawling 40-acre property
• Private 7-bedroom lodge accommodating up to 14 guests
• 3 king beds, 3 queen beds, and 1 full bed
• 6.5 bathrooms for easier group stays
• Full kitchen and spacious gathering areas
• Conference room available for rent as an add-on to your reservation
• Hot tub tucked into the forest
• Sauna for relaxing after a day outdoors
• One-of-a-kind stained-glass pavilion
• Porches, decks and outdoor living spaces
• On-property trails and natural areas to explore
• Wi-Fi
• Free on-site parking
• Direct access to the beauty of Bankhead National Forest
Whether you are planning your annual family gathering, a birthday weekend, a peaceful friends’ trip or a small group retreat, Ravenwood offers something increasingly difficult to find: enough room to spread out, but a setting that naturally brings everyone back together.
You may arrive looking for a place to stay. You may leave having found the place your family wants to return to every year.
Guest access
Guests have access to 40 private acres that includes the entire lodge and the designated outdoor spaces included with the reservation, including the porches, pavilion, hot tub, sauna, trails, outdoor gathering areas and on-site parking. Bankhead National Forest access is available surrounding the property as well.
Other things to note
Ravenwood is a secluded woodland property designed for guests who appreciate privacy, nature and a slower pace.
Cell service can be limited in the surrounding forest, although Wi-Fi is available at the lodge.
The property includes numerous stairs, uneven outdoor terrain and natural elevation changes. Ravenwood is not considered an accessible property and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility. Please supervise children closely while using the trails, hot tub, sauna, fire areas and other outdoor spaces.
Because Ravenwood is surrounded by nature, guests may encounter wildlife, insects, changing trail conditions and other normal elements of a forest environment.
Parties and unapproved events are not permitted. Only number of guests listed on reservation allowed on property. The property is smoke- and vape-free, and hunting is prohibited. Quiet hours are from 11:00 p.m. until 9:00 a.m.
