An Inspiring Setting for Workshops and Retreats

If you're planning a small retreat, creative workshop, or intimate group gathering in middle Tennessee, the biggest factors usually come down to atmosphere, flexibility, and ease of logistics. Retreat At The River is a private riverside retreat venue designed for exactly those needs, offering a peaceful natural setting that helps groups focus, connect, and create without distraction.

A Setting That Helps People Focus and Connect

The property is situated along the Duck River and features quiet, natural surroundings. For songwriter workshops, writers' retreats, and creative sessions, the peaceful environment helps people think clearly and collaborate without the usual distractions.

For intimate retreats or wellness gatherings, the outdoor space allows for individual and group activities in a calm, natural setting. And for celebrations, it creates a relaxed, intimate feel that’s hard to get in traditional event venues.

Multiple Spaces, One Location

Your rental includes exclusive access to three main areas, which makes it easier to structure an event that flows well:

• The Meadows – Great for outdoor sessions, group activities, or casual gathering time.

• The River Room – A riverside indoor event space with flexible layout options, ideal for workshops, instructional settings, or seated meals (up to 60 guests indoors).

• The Green House – Adjacent to The River Room has a prep space, gathering areas, and optional overnight accommodations.

  
  

Having both indoor and outdoor options means weather changes or schedule adjustments are much easier to manage.

The River Room: Reliable Year-Round Space

The River Room is especially helpful for workshops and structured events. It’s available year-round and works well for:

• Group discussions or teaching sessions

• Songwriters sessions

• Meals or social time

• Birthdays, showers and other small celebrations

  
  

Onsite Lodging for Retreat-Style Events

For multi-hour or overnight gatherings, The Green House can be added to your rental. It sleeps up to 8 guests and includes:

• Four bedrooms

• A kitchen

• Outdoor gathering areas, deck, and fire pit

• A seasonal pool (May–September)

  
  

This is especially useful for retreat leaders, instructors, or core group members who want to stay on-site and maintain a more connected experience.

Straightforward Rental Structure

Events can be booked with a minimum 4-hour block up to a several-day rental, which works well for everything from half-day workshops to full-day retreats or celebrations.

Included with your rental:

• Exclusive use of the venue

• Kitchen access for food prep

• Parking for up to 50 guests

  
  

Additional items like tables, chairs, linens, décor, catering, alcohol service, and entertainment can be arranged for an added fee, which helps simplify planning if you don’t want to source everything yourself. Our team is also happy to help to create a weekend itinerary with local hikes, kayaking or canoeing, and other nearby activities.

Helpful for Out-of-Town Guests

Being next to Henry Horton State Park makes lodging and extra activities easy to coordinate. Guests can book nearby cabins or lodge rooms and enjoy hiking trails, golf, or disc golf during free time — a nice bonus for retreat-style events.

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