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A little about us
re·treat /rəˈtrēt/ noun: a quiet or secluded place in which one can rest and relax
From the owner
Hi, I’m Marcy, the owner of Rawley Retreats. I was first drawn to this property by its remoteness—a place of true peace and relaxation tucked away at the joining of Dry River and Black Run. A solo trip to Rawley Retreats never fails to reconnect me with the restful pace and astounding beauty of nature. No matter the season, Dry River always offers stunning beauty—from freshwater swimming and trout spotting in the summer sun to sitting and watching the autumn leaves wash downstream as winter draws near.
To our guests at Rawley Retreats: Welcome to heaven on earth. I sincerely wish this property becomes a home base for connection with both nature and loved ones, as well as a rejuvenating retreat from everyday challenges, just as it has been for me.
Marcia Beck
Our story
april 2017
Discovered Rawley Springs
In April 2017, life took a tough turn for me. I felt the pull to get away and stumbled upon Rawley Springs on Google. My sister and I booked a vacation home on the opposite end of Rawley Springs. We had no idea Dry River existed, but we deeply enjoyed walking our dogs and taking in the beauty of the forest.
summer 2017
Acquired the Property
A few months later, I starting looking for a property to buy within a couple hours from my daughter in Washington D.C. I saw a listing for a cabin by the river and instantly remembered walking by it on my trip to Rawley Springs. I sent my daughter to look at the listing, and she came back with a firm report: “Mom, you have to buy it.” I wasn’t intentionally looking at that neighborhood, but I’m so glad I found it.
september 2019
Built the yurt
The cabin was already operating as a short-term rental when I bought the property, but building a yurt on the remaining plot was another part of the dream. In years past, I had dreamed about moving to Hawaii, building a yurt, and living off the land. That’s where the yurt idea came from. I hired Sustainable Solutions of Virginia to partner with me in building and designing the place, and JP’s Yurt was born.
march 2020
Covid-19 Outbreak
Being in the hospitality industry, our world seriously shifted when Covid hit. We shut down both the cabin and yurt for a month while we figured out what was going on—until we realized this was the sort of place that needed to stay open. City-dwellers in particular were in need of accessible, remote getaways, so we upped our cleaning measured and welcome guests back for our busiest season ever.
summer 2024
Launched rawleyretreats.com
In the summer of 2024, we decided it was time to give the properties a united name and launch our own website. I came up with Rawley Retreats—a name that includes both the location and our wish for our guests, that this property will be a place to rest, retreat, and reconnect with nature.
Our reviews
Becky
June 2024
Enjoyed our third stay at the yurt! Great area for a getaway – very peaceful and rejuvenating. Marcia is an excellent host who goes above and beyond every time. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Jeff
February 2024
What a great tucked away paradise! Located between two streams, we could hear the water all night and was so relaxing! Great place to get away but close enough to town to visit the areas. Highly recommend!
Tanya
May 2024
What a great space! My daughter and I dubbed it the Fairy Cottage because it felt magical and mystical nestled between the wooded greens and babbling brook. It was out of the way yet convenient to JMU.
Layne
February 2024
We spent a week working remotely at Marcy’s place and exploring the surrounding areas, trails, breweries, and wineries. The location was great, the fireplace was cozy, and the internet was perfect for remote work.
Taylor
April 2024
Perfect getaway nestled on Dry River! A short walk to blue hole, which was a hot spot for tons of trout! The Yurt was perfect size, and came with all necessary amenities for a relaxing weekend away. Would most definitely come back!
Caitlin
July 2024
We had a wonderful stay at the cabin! Loved relaxing at the swimming hole and listening to the creek while having coffee on the porch. The gas fireplace was nice ambiance for movie nights. Couldn’t ask for a better quick getaway!