Spirit Sanctuary
Spirit Sanctuary - 79.55+/- acre mountaintop property with eight architecturally unique cabins, spectacular views. Currently operating as Spirit Sanctuary, a private retreat center. Far from the cares of modern life, this one-of-a-kind property features cabins of local materials, ranging from a log cabin lodge to a stone tower, with electricity and bathrooms. Built between 1960 and 2004 and spanning styles from primitive to elaborate, the cabins are creative delights, with touches like stained-glass windows, handcrafted doors, decorative metal work, exposed beams and a sauna.
Standouts among the eclectic collection of buildings are a round, turret-style stone structure, with an interior ladder leading to a lookout tower; an octagonal dining hall with handcrafted cabinetry, lots of prep space, a gas countertop range and two wall ovens; and an attractive two-story log cabin lodge with exp...
Standouts among the eclectic collection of buildings are a round, turret-style stone structure, with an interior ladder leading to a lookout tower; an octagonal dining hall with handcrafted cabinetry, lots of prep space, a gas countertop range and two wall ovens; and an attractive two-story log cabin lodge with exposed timbers, beadboard ceilings and two large covered porches.
As presently configured, one cabin is designated as an office, another as a dining facility and a third as a recreation hall, with pool and ping-pong tables and an antique Victrola. All the cabins are heated by propane gas stoves, antique woodstoves, or both. Those with sleeping quarters have one to three bedrooms, or open-plan bunking spaces. Many of the cabins' furnishings, antiques and eye-catching appointments are included with the sale, as well as outdoor items like a porch swing and picnic tables.
Surprises abound around every corner, including unexpected touches like an elaborate hand-carved wormy chestnut door, sunny nooks, brick flooring, a small basketball court, and even decent cell service despite the lofty, remote locale.
For 35 years this unique property has served as a retreat center, drawing youth and adults from a 300-mile radius for retreats focusing on leadership skills, team building and community action. Many have described the property and their experiences as spiritual, hence the name Spirit Sanctuary.
The 79.55+/- acre mountain tract is mostly wooded, with mixed hardwoods, evergreens and several substantial stands of bamboo. Distant mountain vistas are visible through the trees. A seasonal creek even has a small waterfall.
The location is quiet, tranquil and well off the beaten path, but only a 15-minute drive from the Green Sulphur Springs exit on Interstate 64. Access on the one-lane road traversing the property is not recommended for low clearance vehicles.
Besides serving as a getting-away-from-it-all retreat for personal renewal, artistic or wellness purposes, this sizeable property could readily serve as a yoga retreat, a private family compound, or even a hunting camp for a group or a club.
Location
1413 Songbird Lane
Meadow Bridge WV 25976
Summers County
Acres: 79.55+/-
Cabin 1
Year Built: 1960
Square Feet: 1552
3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Cabin 2
Year Built: 1972
Square Feet: 904
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Cabin 3
Year Built: 1974
Square Feet: 288
2 Rooms, 1 Bath
Cabin 4
Year Built: 1985
Square Feet: 1000
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Cabin 5
Year Built: 1985
Square Feet: 1000
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Cabin 5
Year Built: 1998
Square Feet: 384
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Cabin 6
Year Built: 2000
Square Feet: 448
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Cabin 7
Year Built: 2002
Square Feet: 720
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Cabin 8
Year Built: 2004
Square Feet: 640
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
Utilities
Water: Well
Sewer: Septic
Legal and Tax Information
Summers County
Green Sulphur District (3)
Map: 11
Parcel: 48.1
Deed Book: 269
Page: 528
Directions
From Lewisburg, I-64 to Green Sulphur Springs Exit 143. Right on Lick Creek Rd 3 miles. Right on Mill Creek Rd 0.7 miles, bear right (follow Grist sign). Follow 1.4 miles to gate (Grist sign). Pink ribbon on tree signifies start of property (a little before the gate)