Three Otters Eco Retreat

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(33 Ratings)

Resort in Shenandoah Valley, VA

50 guests · 8 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this resort

Three Otters is a peaceful 14 acre eco-retreat nestled in a gorgeous wilderness setting with a 1/4 mile on the Potomac River. We are open from May to October.

Three Otters is perfect for family reunions, small weddings, youth groups, get-a-ways, retreats, or celebrations/parties. Full property rentals are designed to accommodate groups of up to 40. We can also host additional day visitors. When you book a full property rental, you have Three Otters to yourselves. We do not book multiple parties at the same time.

Three Otters offers warm and welcoming gathering spaces where your group can prepare and share meals, sit around the campfire, play cards, enjoy a kick ball game or just relax and visit. Or, if you are feeling a bit more adventurous, we have tubes, kayaks and canoes for float trips and trail guides for hikes.

We have 15 sleeping areas for your group including a cabin, 3 yurts, 3 tent cottages, 5 vintage trailers, 3 pop-up campers, as well as space for personal tents. We provide the linens and bedding, you provide your own towels and toiletries.

Amenities are many - the River Kitchen offers a restaurant grade kitchen where guests can prepare meals and dine together. Wheelchair accessible, the River Kitchen has a full ADA bath and a deck overlooking the Potomac. The Grill Pavilion comes with a grilling area and a completely screened outdoor kitchen and dining area. The overlook deck spans 60 feet and provides stunning views of the Potomac and a quiet screen room with fan and light where you can read or rest. Best of all, we have a clean bathhouse with 4 full, private baths. Finally, Three Otters has a level two-acre field for ball games and stargazing and a large organic garden so you can enjoy fresh produce.

At Three Otters we offer a wide range of adventures including float trips, hikes in Green Ridge State Forest and biking along the C&O Canal. Let us know if your group would enjoy a guided float trip during your visit and we will make that happen. We are not currently offering meal plan for guests, but there are two local caterers that we can connect you with.

Three Otters is a beautiful, unique retreat that fosters unplugging and coming together in community in a beautiful wilderness setting. Come see for yourself!

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Shenandoah Valley, VA

Nearby attractions

Natural Bridge State Park

148 mi

Virginia Safari Park

144.6 mi

Frontier Culture Museum

106.3 mi

VMI Museum

135.4 mi

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Three Otters Eco Retreat

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5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(33 Ratings)

Resort in Shenandoah Valley, VA

50 guests · 8 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this resort

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Shenandoah Valley, VA

Nearby attractions

Natural Bridge State Park

148 mi

Virginia Safari Park

144.6 mi

Frontier Culture Museum

106.3 mi

VMI Museum

135.4 mi

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(33 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

Guests had incredibly memorable stays during family reunions, enjoying well-equipped accommodations and access to the river. The property provided a perfect setting for various events, bonding, and outdoor fun.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We stayed at 3 Otters for a family reunion and it was absolutely gorgeous. Located on the Potomac river, if you're looking for a getaway from everyday life and your 9 to 5, definitely look here. Several Yurts to sleep in, a wonderful linai, a grill patio, beautiful garden with vegetables to pick, vintage campers and a great grill patio with screens to protect against bugs. This huge property is great for gathering and at the same time offers many spots to simply "get away" from the group for those who are a little overwhelmed with large parties. Def recommend, 5 out of 5 stars!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Amazing place, perfect place for family reunion.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

We had an incredibly memorable stay at 3 Otters for our family reunion. Rich was very responsive to questions and needs before and during our stay. While we had some rain, it did not dampen our experience:) 3 Otters is truly as described in the listing and allowed all of us to have a great weekend! There is variability in mattresses, so with older adults being flexible and finding a good spot for them to stay where they’re comfortable is helpful. We’ll equipped with cooking and baking supplies and you can’t beat the access to the river!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

We had a 3-generation family reunion here - it was perfect. Each family unit had their own accommodations. The kitchen and grill pavilion were well-provisioned. The grounds are beautiful. There were many nice and thoughtful touches. Rich met us upon arrival and came around checkout to help us. There was a power outage after a big storm, and Rich called the utility company and brought us a backup generator. The river area is spectacular, and there were chairs, kayaks, and tubes enough for our large crew to play all day. We look forward to our next visit!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

I can't even put into words how perfect this property is. Photos and descriptions will never do it the justice it deserves. We had a non-traditional bachelorette party for sister at Three Otters Eco Retreat. The only request my sister had before booking our trip was that she wanted to roll out of bed and float all day. This property provided that and so much more. We had a few people in our party that were a little worried when I mentioned camping/glamping. For some of our guests, it was their first time ever going to a retreat like this. We just wanted to make sure everyone felt comfortable. All of that worry went away the minute we arrived. We also had a few people that were worried about not having cell phone service. It actually worked out for the best. It was so nice to connect with your friends and family and look around and see that everyone is talking and no one is scrolling on their phones. The landline worked out perfectly for people to check in with their family at home and it was never an issue. The cabin was perfect for our older guests who wanted easy access to the bathroom. It was so clean and very well kept! Our favorite were the Yurts. They were huge and so comfortable. The luxury tents and vintage campers were also perfect! Our party only occupied the properties that lined the river. The other sleeping options looked awesome as well, but we did not need to use them. The indoor kitchen was amazing and had everything we needed! The outdoor pavilion was perfect for hanging out at night. The bath house was so clean and in perfect condition. If I were to give a recommendation to a potential visitor: If you are on the fence for booking this retreat, their website is very helpful and has a lot more photos (Google Three Otters Eco Resort) I have to also mention how wonderful Rich and Theresa were. They were incredibly kind and helpful throughout the entire process. I did as a lot of questions and I never felt I was never an annoyance. We can't wait to return one day! Such a perfect trip!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

We had parents, children, grandchildren & great grandchildren stay at Three Otters. Everyone enjoyed the seclusion.... it was peaceful with a variety of places to sleep, great kitchen space, nice screened pavilion where we shared all our family meals & played games, a large open field where we played kick ball, capture the flag, corn hole, etc. The screened porch overlook was comfy to relax & read in, watch others in the water. The river water was a little high since there had been a lot of rain prior to our trip (and some on the weekend) making it a little challenging for the small ones to play in but we managed to tube down the river and get some kayaking in. A few of the guys enjoyed fishing even though only one caught any fish. The property was well maintained. The mulch on the walking paths between the trailers/tents & yurts were really nice especially with the rain/mud. The variety of sleeping accommodations were fun too. My favorite was the yurts!! The bathrooms were nice & clean and easily accommodated our entire family (35 +). The final stretch of road & gravel after leaving the Berkley Springs area required careful driving on the winding roads but worth the trip. The owners Rich & Teresa were very nice. They answered questions promptly prior to the trip and were there to greet us. I would highly recommend this place for some outdoor fun with family & friends!!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2020

Areas like 3 Otters are rare. No technology area promotes the enjoyment of natutr and each other against the backdeop of scenic beauty and total silence. The hosts were excellent to work with.

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2018

Everything about our weekend at Three Otters was wonderful - the place is beautiful and thoughtfully designed, it has everything you need to relax or try new adventures, and the owners and staff were a delight. With a group of around 25 friends and family, everyone loved the housing options, found plenty to do, and left refreshed. We can't wait to return!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2018

Our sorority came up for Labor Day weekend for our sisterhood retreat. The goal was relaxation and bonding, and this was surpassed! Three Otters is BEAUTIFUL & so peaceful. Love the location right along the river, and it provided us with tubes, canoeing, etc. The kitchen and pavilion were perfect places for our group of 20 to meet, eat, and socialize together. The yurts were my absolute favorite lodging option!! And the owners are so incredibly nice, helpful, and welcoming. Highly recommend!!!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2018

There were 35 if us and despite a lot of rain, we were comfortable and well cared for. The proprietor(s) and staff were always available and extremely helpful. Great facility which could handle many different events. If you go there you will be happy you did.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2018

Three Otters was everything I could have hoped for and was perfect for my work group. The pictures and descriptions are accurate and Rich was exceptionally patient and timely with answering my multitude of questions. The accommodations were so comfortable, that we hardly noticed the rain over the weekend. I cannot believe how nice the bathhouse was - the simple fact that they have flush toilets and hot showers all the way out there is amazing. We also hired Cat to do catering for 90% of our food needs while out there. It made our trip SO much easier logistically and the food was really good. Also, so nice not to have to do dishes for our group. (And the catering price is VERY reasonable.) Lastly, I was so happy that Three Otters allows dogs. My dogs had a BLAST being out there and ran themselves silly. They slept for 3 days straight afterwards. A BIG thank you to Rich and Cat and the Three Otters team for creating a great environment that won over even the least outdoorsy of my group.

2.5 / 5.0

Oct 2017

The grounds was a perfect location for my group of 25 people. The different housing options worked great for everyone and provided a new experience for many. The staff was extremely helpful but did not interfere with any of our group activities. Highly Recommended.

2.5 / 5.0

Aug 2016

Twenty adults (ages 74-21) and 10 children (ages 7 yrs-4 weeks) gathered at Three Otters for a much needed family reunion. We were warmly welcomed by Teresa and Rich. The variety of accommodations fit the needs of the group perfectly from the cabin for the 3 mothers with young babes, to the yurt for the eldest. We shared the cooking tasks among the families and used the river kitchen and grill kitchen to the fullest extent. I think the favorite spot for everyone was at the water's edge or in the Potomac River. Though not everyone could stay the three nights the consensus was we must return next year. Everything we needed was there. No need to get in the car to go see this or that. It is a lovely spot, away for the world with a chance to reconnect with family and nature.

2.5 / 5.0

Dec 2015

As a parent, that first wedding is going to have many new twists. Well, this was the best choice my daughter and new son-in-law could have made besides deciding to marry each other. The setting was beautiful and Rich and Teresa made sure this was the perfect wedding for our daughter. Everything was great - the food, the accommodations, even the weather cooperated! When we left, we not only had new bonds with our new extended family, but we also felt like Rich and Teresa had become part of the family. We were talking a reunion/anniversary celebration for our daughter before we left. Without a doubt, this was the best!

2.5 / 5.0

Nov 2015

My husband and I had our wedding at Three Otters, and it was nothing short of our dream come true. We stayed for three days, along with 30 or so members of our family and friends. Everyone had an incredible time. The owners, Rich and Teresa, are extremely helpful and accommodating, always making sure everyone had what they needed, plus, they are a delight to be around. We stayed in the yurt and it is just as amazing as it looks in the pictures. Not everyone in our family is extremely outdoorsy, but Three Otters was able to please everyone’s needs for creature comforts with all the different lodging options. Also, the bathrooms are super nice – nice enough to comfortably get ready for my wedding day, which says a lot! We purchased the food plans, and the food they fed us was absolutely delicious, healthy, and just what we needed to keep us going throughout the weekend. We just had so much fun. No one ever got bored. We brought lots of board games because we thought we would need to keep people entertained, but it turned out, they were unnecessary. When you have the beautiful outdoors, a fire pit, and a river, what else could you need? The most wonderful part of our wedding weekend was watching all of our loved ones, most of whom didn’t know each other, become best of friends over the three day weekend. Our family and friends bonded in a way I don’t think would have happened quite like it did anywhere else. Three Otters is a magical place. It was the most fun-filled, beautiful weekend we ever could have hoped for, and our wedding exceeded our wildest expectations.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2015

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Three Otters and look forward to returning this summer. The setting along a calm stretch of the Potomac River is beautiful and serene. We loved being able to easily explore the river by kayak, and the view from the water is fantastic- an old trestle bridge, mountains, and the woods that border the C&O canal towpath. The facilities are fantastic, new, clean, welcoming while maintaining the sense of being surrounded by nature. Our family visited with several other families. One of the greatest memories is of all of the teenagers reconnecting and enjoying being together, playing in the river, playing kickball in the field - and no electronic devices in sight. The owners are a lovely family as excited about being in this wonderful retreat as the delighted guests and were eager to ensure everyone was enjoying their stay at Three Otters Eco Retreat!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2015

My family visited Three Otters in the summer of 2014 and camped with several other families. Theresa and her family were fantastic hosts! We had 14 children, almost all boys, who had a great time swimming and tubing in the river and playing games in the fields, while the parents enjoyed time relaxing on the deck and around the fire. The facilities are immaculate, with a fully equipped kitchen, large grill pavilion and numerous bath/shower rooms. We are already looking forward to planning our trip for this summer.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2015

We stayed at Three Otters in June of 2014, with 6 families- 12 adults and 16 kids- ages 14-5. I believe that we were their first official large group to stay. You could never have guessed it! I can say enthusiastically that we had the BEST time. The kids, and adults, loved playing football in the wide open field, fishing, swimming, kayaking, skipping rocks, roasting s'mores and hanging around the campfire. Each family in our group pitched tents, some around the large field, and some nestled in the woods. Teresa and her son, Zach, went out of their way to make us feel welcomed and taken care of. Zach was great with the kids- playing football, teaching kayaking lessons and serving as lifeguard. Teresa was always there when we need anything. Such great hosts. We loved the screened-in pavilion, and ate all of our meals there. It accommodated our large group comfortably. The riverside kitchen was such a luxury- with running water, ovens and electricity (for coffee pots)! The bathrooms were brand new and wonderful. Four fully equipped bathrooms were more than enough for our group. We cannot wait to go back this year to see the new additions and improvements. We highly recommend this out-of-the-way, beautiful and luxurious camping experience.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2015

Tucked away along the banks of the Potomac River in WV, Three Otters provides guest with so many amenities. Not an outdoors family by nature, they did everything to help myself and children be comfortable and to embrace the outdoors! Looking forward to another trip in 2015

FAQs

How much does this resort cost compared to others in Shenandoah Valley?

The average price for a rental in Shenandoah Valley is $250 per night. This rental is $1,446 above the average.

Is parking included with this resort?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Three Otters Eco Retreat . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this resort?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Three Otters Eco Retreat . Enjoy the water!

Is Three Otters Eco Retreat pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Three Otters Eco Retreat ?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, parking, and laundry.

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Three Otters Eco Retreat

Resort in Shenandoah Valley, VA

Reasons to book

About this resort

Amenities

Map of Shenandoah Valley, VA

Nearby attractions

Three Otters Eco Retreat

Resort in Shenandoah Valley, VA

Reasons to book

About this resort

Amenities

Map of Shenandoah Valley, VA

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this resort cost compared to others in Shenandoah Valley?

Is parking included with this resort?

Is there a pool at this resort?

Is Three Otters Eco Retreat pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Three Otters Eco Retreat ?

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