Blue Ridge Men’s Retreat
Clothing-optional. Connection-centered. Over-21 gay/bi/queer men’s haven in Ellenboro in Western North Carolina.
A private members-only men’s retreat experience nestled along the Second Broad River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Unplug. Unwind. Be your authentic self.
Who We Are
Blue Ridge Men’s Retreat is a clothing-optional members-only haven created for gay/bi/queer men seeking connection, restoration, and freedom.
Set on historic mill village grounds at Wallace Haven, our retreat blends:
– Natural beauty
– Southern hospitality
– Intentional brotherhood
– Body-positive freedom
Here, you don’t have to perform. You don’t have to explain. You don’t have to hide.
The Experience (become an Experience Host)
This is not a high-density campground or RV park.
This is not a party house.
It’s not a nightclub.
It’s not chaos.
It’s curated connection.
Our retreat weekends are built around:
– River time & nature immersion
– Fireside conversations
– Themed programming
– Community meals
– Relaxation spaces
– Optional workshops & facilitated circles
– Freedom to be clothing-optional in most areas
– Whether you come for stillness or community, you’ll find space to breathe.
The River
The Second Broad River is our heartbeat.
Guests enjoy private river access & kayaking.
Depending on rainfall and season, the river may offer:
– Calm shoals for wading
– Ideal paddling flows
– Strong current after storms
We encourage respect for the water, use of life jackets, and mindfulness of nature’s power.
River life teaches presence.
And presence is powerful.
Come for just the Day or Stay Your Way
– Day Passes
– Base Membership: $20 Mon-Thu, $25 Fri-Sun
– Frequent Flyer – Silver Membership: $5 off Day Pass
– Frequent Flyer – Gold Membership: $10 off Day Pass
– Historic Main House Rooms (aka The Superintendent’s House)
– Base Membership: $99 – $199 Mon-Thu, $119 – $239 Fri-Sun
– Frequent Flyer – Silver Membership: 10% discount
– Frequent Flyer – Gold Membership: 20% discount
– Primitive Riverfront Yurt Camping
– Base Membership: $49 Mon-Thu, $59 Fri-Sat
– Frequent Flyer – Silver Membership: 10% discount
– Frequent Flyer – Gold Membership: 20% discount
– Rustic Tent & River Camp Spaces
– Base Membership: $25 Mon-Thu, $30 Fri-Sat
– Frequent Flyer – Silver Membership: 10% discount
– Frequent Flyer – Gold Membership: 20% discount
All accommodations are thoughtfully designed to feel welcoming, grounded, and authentic – not flashy, not sterile, but real.
Our Values
At Blue Ridge Men’s Retreat, we believe in:
– Consent & respect
– Body positivity
– Inclusivity
– Brotherhood without ego
– Safe, judgment-free space
– Personal growth without pressure
We welcome men across the spectrum of body types, ages, backgrounds, and relationship styles.
This is a place to exhale.
Our Roots
Located in historic Caroleen, North Carolina, our retreat honors the craftsmanship and resilience of the mill village community while creating something entirely new — a modern sanctuary for men seeking authenticity and connection.
We are rooted in history.
We are built for belonging.
Right in the Middle of Everything – Yet a World Away
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Blue Ridge Men’s Retreat is an easy drive from Charlotte, Asheville, and Greenville — making it the perfect destination for a quick escape into nature and community.
Join Us
Ready to experience the Blue Ridge in a way you never have before?
Reconnect with your body.
Reconnect with other men.
Reconnect with yourself.
Day Pass & Overnight Accommodation Bookings now available.