Fort Lewis Lodge and Farm
Select Registry Member Since 1991
Fort Lewis Lodge and Farm
Select Registry Member Since 1991
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The Basics
A country getaway set on a 3,365-acre mountain estate. The property offers river access for fly fishing and canoeing and miles of trails for hiking and biking. Soak in our wood-fired sauna by day or sit fireside in our pavilion by night. Family-owned for over 30 years, Fort Lewis is also a working farm, where produce is grown and the pastureland is used for grass-fed cattle. Your stay includes a seasonally-inspired breakfast and dinner.
Things We Love
3-miles of private river access for days spent swimming, fishing, and floating
A farm-fresh dinner and breakfast are included with your stay
The property is also a working farm with vegetable gardens, horses, chickens, goats, pigs and cattle
At A Glance
- Complimentary WiFi
- Family Friendly
- Green/Environmentally Friendly
- Pub, Tavern or Bar Onsite
- Fireplaces in Some Guestrooms
- Fireplace or Firepit Onsite
- Cabins/Cottages Available
- Full House Rental Available
Best For
- Gardens & Natural Wonders
- Outdoor Activities
In The Know
Here are a few things you can't miss when you visit...
- View the night sky from our stargazing platform
- Collect fresh eggs from our chicken coop
- Bring a snack to our horses and goats
- Book time in our wood-fired sauna
- Hike to the top of Fort Lewis Trail and find the mountaintop cave spring
Welcome
Fort Lewis Lodge & Farm is a country escape set on a 3,365-acre estate in the mountains of Virginia. Our twenty-three distinctive accommodations offer a rare mix of unpretentious elegance and unique architecture where every room has a view. Your stay is highlighted by a seasonally-inspired breakfast and dinner served in the historic Lewis Gristmill followed by a fire in our timber-framed pavilion in the evenings. Outdoor activities abound with hiking, biking, fly fishing, canoeing or simply relaxing by the pristine swimming hole. Family-owned for over 30 years, Fort Lewis is also a working farm, where fresh produce is grown on property, chickens and pigs are raised, and the pastureland is used for a grass-fed cattle herd. Dinner and breakfast are included with your stay.
Amenities
Inn Amenities: Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, LGBT Friendly, Green Environmentally Friendly, Restaurant On Site, Wine/Spirits Available, Pub/Tavern Site, National Historic Registry
Food & Wine
A few steps from the Lodge is the magnificently restored 19th century Lewis Gristmill where dinner and breakfast are served daily. Each day’s menu is chef’s choice and served family style, although dietary restrictions are accommodated. The menu is seasonally inspired. Dinners feature a grilled entrée along with numerous side dishes including vegetables just plucked from the farm’s own gardens and freshly baked breads. Beer and wine are available for order and homemade deserts are prepared nightly.
Meals Offered: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Restaurant on Premises: Limited to overnight guests
Special Diets Accommodated: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Yes
Breakfast: Complimentary
Breakfast Service: Full
Breakfast Seating: Individual Tables, Set Times
Pub/Tavern on Premises: Limited to overnight Guests
Alcohol Permits: Beer, Wine
Dining Amenities: Complimentary Early Coffee Tea, Evening Cocktails, Complimentary Evening Hors d'oeuvres, Picnics Available
Rooms & Suites
Fort Lewis is a rare combination of unpretentious elegance and unique architecture where every room has a view. In addition to the main Lodge, there are three "in the round" silo bedrooms, four hand-hewn log cabins with stone fireplaces, and the Riverside House - each perfect for a true country getaway. All our accomodations are hugged with porches, providing ample areas to enjoy the scenery or to just curl up with a good book. The spacious guest rooms are elegant and feature individual bathrooms. For the purist, spring water flows fresh from the tap. All rates include a seasonally inspired dinner and breakfast.
Accommodations: Cabins, Cottages, Suites, Adjoining rooms/Suites
# of Rooms: 23
Beds: Twin, Queen, King
Handicap Accessible: Limited
Room Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clocks, Antique Furnishing, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Ironing Boards, Microwaves, Private Deck, Private Entrance, Refrigerator
Guest Services
This 3,300-acre estate offers many activities from the serene to the adventurous. Located right on the Cowpasture River, guests are encouraged to swim, fish, tube or canoe. Kayaks and bikes are available free of charge and maps are provided to help you navigate our river and our numerous hiking and biking trails. For those looking to relax, there are many areas around the farm to set up an art easel or simply sit with a book and enjoy the view.
All rates include a fresh, seasonally inspired dinner and breakfast. Picnic lunches are available upon request.
Internet Service: Wireless, Complimentary
Front Desk/Security: Business Hours
Corporate Rates: No
Inn Amenities: Free Onsite Parking, Gardens on Property, LGBT Friendly, Green Environmentally Friendly, Restaurant On Site, Wine/Spirits Available, Pub/Tavern Site, National Historic Registry
Location Type
Location Type: Rural, Ranch Farm, Mountains, Waterview
Policies
Minimum Stay Required: Weekends, Holidays
Pet-Friendly: No
Innkeeper's Pets: No Pets
Smoking Policy: Outside Only
Family Friendly: Yes
Business Travel & Events
The Lodge offers excellent indoor and outdoor spaces for everything from business meetings to hobbyist groups to family reunions. Throughout the season the Lodge plays host to numerous groups including car and motorcycle touring clubs, artist retreats, fishermen, birders and hikers. We are happy to tailor our space to accommodate the specific needs of your group!
# of Meeting Rooms: 2
Meeting Types: Business Meeting, Retreats, Social
Meeting Amenities: Dedicated Conference Center, Onsite Catering
Meeting Facilities: Indoor, Outdoor
Business Travel & Event Max Capacity: 50
Max Capacity Boardroom: 50
Max Capacity Classroom: 50
