🌲Evergreen Retreat
Modern Group Getaway | Theater Room | Rock Wall | Swim Spa | Fenced Yard
Stay at a spacious, modern retreat in Ravenna, OH, designed for unforgettable group stays. Featuring 5 bedrooms, a private theater, indoor rock-climbing wall, fenced yard, and swim spa (transitioning to hot tub & sauna April 2026). Perfect for families, retreats, and Kent State visits. Located minutes from Ravenna and a short drive to Akron, Cleveland, and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
We live just down the road and work on the property in our spare time. Our team handles the maintenance and management with as little interruption to guests as possible. Routine outdoor maintenance for the property is typically scheduled after 10 am for lawn, hot tub, firewood, etc. Hot tub maintenance is communicated with guests in advance.
📍 Convenient Northeast Ohio Location
Enjoy a peaceful country setting with easy access to key locations:
- 5 min to I-80 (Ohio Turnpike)
- 15 min to Kent State University
- 30 min to Cuyahoga Valley National Park
- 45 min to Cleveland
Private drive and parking for up to 10-15 vehicles. Separate from the adjacent property (The Barn), only the sports court is shared.
🌿 Modern Comfort Built for Gathering
Evergreen Retreat was thoughtfully designed for connection. With multiple living areas, entertainment zones, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow, this Northeast Ohio vacation rental makes it easy for large groups to spend time together while still enjoying personal space.
Open Floor Plan: Two sets of French doors off the dining room seamlessly connect the indoor and outdoor dining and living areas. The layout allows guests to easily flow from one space to another, with many smaller conversation areas designed to foster connection.
🛏️ Spacious Sleeping for Groups
Evergreen Retreat is ideal for around 15 overnight guests. We provide all bed linens, extra pillows, blankets, and hangers to ensure a comfortable stay.
Main Floor (Step-Free Access)
- Bedroom 1: Queen bed (features a wide 36" doorway).
- Bathroom: Full bathroom with grab bars located adjacent in the hallway for easy access.
Upper Level
- Primary Suite 2: King bed + twin memory foam rollaway (private ensuite full bath).
- Primary Suite 3: King bed + twin memory foam rollaway (private ensuite full bath).
- Bedroom 4: King bed (easy access to hallway full bath).
- Bedroom 5: Queen bed + twin memory foam rollaway.
Lower Level
- Flex/Yoga Room: A versatile, quiet space that doubles as a private sleeping area with its own ensuite full bathroom.
- Additional Sleeping: 2 Extra memory foam twin rollaway beds available.
🍽️ Gourmet Kitchen & Group Dining
The chef’s kitchen is built for hosting, featuring a massive 12-foot island for prep and gathering.
- Appliances: Double ovens, gas stove, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, blender, and hot water kettle.
- Cooking & Serving: Gas griddle, baking sheets, wine glasses, and a comprehensive collection of serving platters and bowls sized to accommodate the maximum guest count.
- Coffee Station: Fully stocked bar with drip brewer and K-Cup machine.
- Pantry: Stocked with spices, oils, flour, sugar, and baking staples.
- Extra Storage: A second full-size refrigerator is conveniently located in the laundry room, just outside the game room.
- Dining: Inside, gather around a custom 10-foot live-edge wood dining table. The French doors open directly onto the patio, making it easy to enjoy alfresco meals in the fresh air.
🎬 Entertainment on Every Level
Evergreen Retreat stands out among Northeast Ohio group rentals for its unique variety of activity spaces.
- Private Theater Room: Located in the basement, featuring a 120” projection screen and large sectional seating—perfect for movie nights or game days.
- Indoor Rock Climbing: A professionally built 9ft tall indoor rock-climbing wall located in the game room.
- Game Zone: Ping-pong, Foosball, Nintendo Switch, and board games.
- Work Friendly: Located in the quiet lower level, a dedicated workspace provides a secluded desk area perfect for remote professionals (open-air concept, not an enclosed office).
🔥 Fenced Backyard & Wellness Area
The fully fenced-in backyard adds privacy and peace of mind for families and dog owners.
- Relaxation: Features a hammock and a string-lit bar area for evening lounging.
- Outdoor Entertainment: Large fire pit with seating and an outdoor movie projection setup for "dive-in" style movies.
- Wellness: Enjoy the current Swim Spa water recreation area.
- Coming April 2026: We are upgrading to a premium wellness experience! The swim spa will be replaced with a brand new traditional 7-8 person hot tub and a private 6-person sauna.
👶 Family Friendly
Traveling with little ones? We offer a Pack ’n play/travel crib, children’s books and toys, and children’s dinnerware. For safety, the home is equipped with outlet covers, smoke/CO alarms, fire extinguishers, and a first aid kit.
🏀 Shared Sport Court
- Guests have access to a full-size sports court for Pickleball, Basketball, and Tennis.
- Basic equipment is provided.
- Note: The sports court is shared with the neighboring property, ‘The Barn’.
🎉 Retreats & Gatherings
- Evergreen Retreat is frequently chosen for family gatherings, retreat weekends, and graduation stays.
- Weddings: Due to the yard layout and uneven terrain, this property may not be suitable for weddings. For an unmatched event space, we recommend our neighboring property, The Barn or the combined listing, Evergreen Acres.
- All events must be pre-approved. Fees may apply.
🐶 Dog-Friendly
Dogs are welcome with prior approval ($150 for the first dog, $50 per additional dog). The fenced yard makes this an easy choice for pet owners.
Perfect for regional gatherings, we are positioned just 5 minutes off the I-80/Tollway—roughly 30 to 45 minutes from Akron and Cleveland, and within easy reach of Youngstown and Pittsburgh
ℹ️ Additional Notes
- Check-in: Private entrance with secure keypad self-check-in.
- EV Charger/RV: An EV charger (50A level 2 Universal charger; Tesla owners need to bring an adapter) or RV hookup may be available; please contact us for explanation and availability.
- Security: Exterior cameras monitor entry points.
✔ Why Guests Choose Evergreen Retreat
- Modern five-bedroom layout
- Private theater room & indoor rock-climbing wall
- Fenced backyard & Sport court access
- Swim Spa (Upgrading to Hot Tub & Sauna April 2026)
- Large chef-style kitchen with double ovens
- Close to Kent State and Cuyahoga Valley National Park
🌲 Explore Our Other Properties
Looking for something slightly different or need more space? Check out our other unique stays in Northeast Ohio:
- The Barn on Evergreen Pond (Neighboring Property)
Best for: Groups of 20 looking for rustic charm and event space.
Highlights: Authentic 1840s restored barn, private pond with kayaks, and a year-round hot tub.
- Evergreen Acres (The Ultimate Estate) (Barn + Retreat)
Best for: Large reunions, weddings, and corporate retreats (Sleeps 35).
Highlights: Combines The Barn and The Retreat for exclusive access to the entire estate, including the private pond, sports court, and both homes.
- Winding Wood Cabin (Hiram, OH - Just 15 mins North)
Best for: A secluded log cabin experience (Sleeps 18).
Highlights: Private 1/4-acre pond, massive deck with hot tub, theatre room, and arcade games.