Private Hot Tub
Soak under the stars with open views of the Blue Ridge.
Photo © Pope McElvyA Private Mountain Retreat · Gore, Virginia
The art of coming back to yourself.
A secluded luxury cabin on 20 private acres near Gore, Virginia, shaped for meaningful connection, expansive mountain views and unhurried gatherings.
20 Private Acres
Mountain Views
Private Hot Tub
Stone Fireplace
Chef's Kitchen
Swimming Pool
Welcome to the retreat
Five-star comfort, total seclusion
Tucked away on 20 private acres near Gore, in western Frederick County, Eagle's Dwelling is a luxury mountain home framed by forested ridges at the edge of the Shenandoah Valley. Wake to mountain views, spend the afternoon on quiet trails or in wine country, and end the night by the fire under a sky full of stars.
Every detail is shaped like a private boutique resort, from premium linens and a chef's kitchen to a hot tub overlooking the ridge.
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A place to return.
Private retreat · Intimate celebrations · Leadership gatherings
Resort-level amenities
Everything you need to unwind
Stone Fireplace
A wood-burning hearth for slow evenings and good conversation.
Gourmet Chef's Kitchen
Fully equipped, with an espresso bar and room to gather.
King Suites
Premium linens and a spa bath with soaking tub and rain shower.
Fire Pit & Stargazing
Adirondack chairs, a crackling fire and dark country skies.
Private Trails
Walk meadows and forest across 20 acres that are yours alone.
Local guide
Mountains, vineyards and history at your door
Photo © Tim LewisMountains & State Parks
Great North Mountain, Cacapon Resort State Park and Shenandoah National Park.
Photo © Tim LewisApple & Wine Country
Orchards, cideries and wineries around Winchester.
Gore
Frederick County · Birthplace of Willa Cather
Historic Gore & Winchester
Willa Cather's birthplace, Old Town Winchester and Civil War history.
Photo © Brandon MontgomerySeasonal escape
Fall in the Mountains
Peak color across the mountains, pick-your-own apples in Winchester's orchards, harvest weekends at the cideries and cozy nights by the fire. Then stay for the holidays with a Fireside Holiday Retreat.
Private gatherings
Unhurried time, together
Bring your people to the mountain. The cabin and its 20 private acres are shaped for meaningful connection, from leadership offsites to milestone celebrations.
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The Retreat
Luxury Cabin on 20 Private Acres
Gore, Virginia·[X] guests·[X] bedrooms·[X] beds·[X] baths
A moment inside
Step inside Eagle's Dwelling
Tall windows, warm wood and soft leather, with a deck that opens to the trees. Take a short walk through the cabin before you arrive.
Check AvailabilityA private boutique resort in the mountains
Set on 20 private acres near Gore, Virginia, the home pairs rustic mountain character with five-star comfort. Open living spaces flow to a wraparound deck and pool with views across the treetops, while the land beyond offers lawns, forest paths and dark country night skies. Old Town Winchester, apple orchards, West Virginia's state parks and Shenandoah National Park are all an easy drive away.
Inside the cabin
Great Room
Stone fireplace, soft seating and mountain-facing windows.
Chef's Kitchen & Dining
Gourmet appliances, espresso bar and dining for the whole group.
Spa Bath
Deep soaking tub, rain shower and plush robes.
Wraparound Deck
Outdoor dining, grill and the hot tub overlooking the ridge.
Where you'll sleep
Primary Suite1 king bed · en-suite spa bath
Bedroom 2[Bed type]
Bedroom 3[Bed type]
Amenities
Indoor
- Stone wood-burning fireplace
- Gourmet chef's kitchen
- Espresso & coffee bar
- King suites with premium linens
- Spa bath, soaking tub & rain shower
- High-speed Wi-Fi & workspace
- Smart TVs with streaming
- Game room with foosball & table tennis
- Lower-level lounge with stone fireplace
- Washer & dryer
Outdoor
- Private hot tub with mountain views
- Swimming pool
- Porch swing
- Wraparound deck
- Fire pit with Adirondack seating
- Outdoor dining & grill
- Stargazing deck & hammocks
- Private trails across 20 acres
- Lawn games
Luxury add-ons
- Private chef dinner
- In-cabin massage
- Wine & charcuterie welcome basket
- Romance package
- Taste of the Valley apple & cider basket
- Early check-in or late checkout
- Firewood bundle
Safety & comfort
- Keyless entry
- Exterior-only security cameras
- EV charging
- First-aid kit
- Pet policy: [your policy]
The Land
Twenty private acres of meadow and hardwood forest surround the cabin. Walk the trails at sunrise, watch for deer at dusk, and see the Milky Way from the stargazing deck on clear nights.
House rules & FAQ
Check-in / check-out[4:00 pm] / [11:00 am]
Cancellation[Your cancellation policy]
Quiet hours[10:00 pm – 8:00 am]
Winter access[4WD recommended in snow?]
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Gore, Winchester & the Northern Shenandoah Valley
From apple orchards and cideries to Old Town Winchester, West Virginia's state parks and Shenandoah National Park, the northern valley's best is an easy drive from the retreat. Drive times are approximate from Gore.
Discover Gore
Welcome to Gore, birthplace of Willa Cather
Eagle's Dwelling sits near Gore, a quiet village in western Frederick County on Route 50, between Winchester and the West Virginia line. The Pulitzer Prize–winning novelist Willa Cather was born here, and the nearby Back Creek Valley became the setting of her final novel.
Gore, Virginia
A quiet mountain village with a literary story
Frederick County · Route 50
1873
Willa Cather is born near Gore on December 7.
1874
The Cather family moves to Willow Shade, a farmhouse nearby on Route 50.
1883
The family leaves Virginia for Nebraska, the prairie that would shape her best-known novels.
1940
Cather returns to the Back Creek Valley of her childhood as the setting for her final novel, Sapphira and the Slave Girl.
Minutes away
Willa Cather Birthplace
A historical marker on Route 50 stands in front of the home where she was born. The house is privately owned.
About the markerMinutes away
Willow Shade
Cather's childhood home, also marked on Route 50. View it from the roadside; it is a private residence.
About the markerAbout 25 min
Old Town Winchester
A pedestrian walking mall of restaurants, shops and galleries in the region's historic hub.
Visit WinchesterEach spring
Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival
Winchester's signature celebration. The 100th festival runs April 17 to May 2, 2027.
Festival websiteSeasonal escapes
Every season in the valley
Photo © Brandon MontgomeryAutumn
Peak color across the mountains, pick-your-own apples at Winchester-area orchards in September and October, and the valley's apple harvest festivals.
Photo © Pope McElvyHolidays
Holiday shopping and dinners in Old Town Winchester, quiet winter walks on the property and New Year's by the fire.
Photo © Tim LewisSpring
The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester (its 100th year, April 17 to May 2, 2027), orchards in bloom and waterfall hikes in Shenandoah.
Autumn Harvest & Wine Escape
Wine basket, orchard picnic and firewood bundle.
Fireside Holiday Retreat
Holiday décor, cocoa bar and a private chef dinner.
Event dates change each year. Confirm with each venue before your trip.
Curated itineraries
Plan your days
Romantic Wine & Cider Weekend
A cider tasting in Winchester, dinner on the walking mall, then the hot tub under the stars.
History & Heritage Day
Willa Cather's birthplace, the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley and Belle Grove.
Fall Foliage & Apples
Morning apple picking, a scenic mountain drive, then a fireside evening at the cabin.
Family Mountain Adventure
Cacapon Resort State Park, Skyline Caverns and s'mores at the fire pit.
For our guests
Guest Hub
Everything for your stay in one place: tell us about your arrival, open the house guide, and share how your visit went.
Digital guest book
Enter the guest code from your confirmation email.
Wi-FiNetwork: [name] · Password: [password]
House manualFireplace, hot tub, TV and kitchen guides
Check-outBy [time] · Start dishwasher · Lock doors
Emergency contactsHost: 202-236-5487 · info@eaglesdwelling.org · Emergency: 911
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