Hope Springs is a 130-acre Retreat Center in Ohio's Southern Appalachian foothills providing intentional space for mindful, creative and healthy private group retreats. Hope Springs also sponsors profoundly transformational workshops on topics which include women's issues, empowered leadership, and personal growth.

Hope Springs is nationally and internationally known for its hospitality, community-style warmth, and memorably delicious meals with an emphasis on vegetarian or light meat fare. We are a full service retreat center providing accommodations for up to 30 people.

Hope Springs is ideal for educational workshops, writing and meditation retreats, commitment ceremonies, large family reunions, non-profit board retreats, and yoga or dance workshops.

Besides the beauty of its secluded forested setting, what makes Hope Springs special are its outstanding facilities. The Studio is an octagonal 1500 sq. ft. building with exquisitely finished maple hardwood floors, high skylights, and spacious ceilings - evoking a reverent and tranquil response from guests.

A second facility, Spirit House, is a round meditation space with a central sunken fire pit and a contemplative art installation.

Lodging is offered to guests in four locations.

Hope Springs has a warm, community feel and artistic ambience throughout its complex.

Though internationally recognized and located in a remote setting Hope Springs is close to a large percentage of the Eastern U.S. population, being only a 1.5 - 2 hour drive from Cincinnati, Columbus, Lexington and Huntington.

Hope Springs Institute is a nonprofit 501 (c) 3. In order to keep our services affordable to the public, we rely in part upon donations to keep our doors open. We are grateful to all who make contributions to our cause and thereby widen our circle of service to the greater world. Become a part of the Hope Springs family.

Featured Retreats & Programs

Leading Locally Working Globally:
September 17-21 - For experienced practitioners currently working in leadership positions in all female groups. Read More

Writing Retreat for Women:
January 16-18 – Meditative retreat offering an opportunity for rest and refocus at the beginning of the year. Participants learn and utilize a method called Proprioceptive Writing. Read More

Patterns of Fate, Level 1:
January 20-25 – A 6-Day Seminar in Experiential Astrology. Men and women learn this ancient psychological science, its application in the contemporary world and its use as a personal compass. Read More

 

 

Hope Springs embodies the very best of gracious lodging, delightful and nutritious food and unique learning spaces.  I recommend it for your next workshop, wedding or retreat.

~ Carlotta Tyler, Salem, MA

I can't say enough about Hope Springs and the comfort and nurture it offers people. Nothing is too much trouble and all is geared to the well being of attendees. The land is special and just arriving and being there gives comfort and clarity on the back home issues.

~ Sally-Anne Hart, UK