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, Ravenwood is a one-of-a-kind private lodge designed to bring families and groups together.
With space for up to 14 guests, it is an ideal setting for:
- Multi-generational family vacations
- Reunions
- Milestone weekends
- Holiday gatherings
- Friends’ trips
- Small group retreats
Room to Be Together
Ravenwood includes:
- 7 bedrooms
- 7 Beds
- 6.5 bathrooms
- Multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces
There is enough room for everyone to settle in comfortably, spend time together and still find a quiet corner when needed.
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, gather around the table after dinner or relax in one of the property’s many inviting spaces.
Slow Down and Explore
Outside, the pace naturally begins to slow.
Children can explore the trails and natural surroundings while adults enjoy coffee on the porch overlooking the trees.
Spend your days:
- Walking the property trails
- Exploring the wildflower meadow
- Relaxing on the porches and decks
- Visiting the stained-glass pavilion
- Soaking in the forest hot tub
- Unwinding in the sauna
- Gathering around the fire beneath the stars
Phones tend to disappear here. Conversations last longer. Mornings begin slowly, and evenings are spent with the people who matter most.
Property Highlights
- Private 40-acre woodland property
- 7-bedroom lodge for up to 14 guests
- 6 queen beds and 1 full bed
- 6.5 bathrooms
- Full kitchen
- Spacious indoor gathering areas
- Hot tub tucked into the forest
- Private sauna
- One-of-a-kind stained-glass pavilion
- Porches, decks and outdoor living spaces
- On-property trails and natural areas
- Wi-Fi
- Free on-site parking
- Access to the beauty surrounding Bankhead National Forest
Whether you are planning an 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, with 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 the entire lodge and 40 private acres included with the reservation.
This includes:
- Porches and decks
- Stained-glass pavilion
- Hot tub
- Sauna
- Property trails
- Outdoor gathering areas
- On-site parking
Bankhead National Forest is also accessible from the surrounding area.
Things to Know Before Your Stay
Ravenwood is a secluded woodland property designed for guests who appreciate privacy, nature and a slower pace.
Cell Service and Wi-Fi
Cell service may be limited in the surrounding forest. Wi-Fi is available at the lodge.
Accessibility
The property includes:
- Numerous stairs
- Uneven outdoor terrain
- Natural elevation changes
Ravenwood is not considered an accessible property and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Children and Outdoor Areas
Children should be supervised closely while using:
- Trails
- Hot tub
- Sauna
- Fire areas
- Outdoor gathering spaces
Natural Surroundings
Because Ravenwood is surrounded by nature, guests may encounter:
- Wildlife
- Insects
- Changing trail conditions
- Other normal elements of a forest environment
Property Rules
- Parties and unapproved events are not permitted
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted
- Hunting is prohibited
- Quiet hours are from 11:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m.
