River Mountain aims to provide people with a better work-life balance giving visitors the amenities of the office along with yoga and hikes in the local environment.
To be used as a second office away from the noise and hustle of the city to cultivate inspiration and improve productivity in a tranquil setting, River Mountain makes it possible to work comfortably offering individual desks, a conference call space, collaborative community areas, private call areas, and high-speed Internet.
The company strives to provide a flexible, affordable outpost that guests can visit repeatedly. Located a few hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh, River Mountain’s guest pods, handcrafted by Amish artisans, offer a comfortable, stylish stay. The pods are well-appointed to accommodate extended stay guests, remote workers or staycation adventurers.
Each pod features windows that open to the sound of Sweet Root Creek, skylights for stargazing, custom shelving, computer desk space, secured lockers and ample space to stow extra large luggage. A curtain that extends across the entrance gives guests the privacy they need; the pods deliver modern minimalist luxury.
The accommodation follows biophilic architecture principles of inviting the outdoors inside; they are also oriented to align with the natural circadian rhythm of the body, creating the connection to nature for a restful night.
A variety of activities including stargazing and forest bathing are offered on 30,000 acres of undeveloped natural land. The property itself is situated on 145 acres, with 90% of the border connected to public land, and a massive complex of protected land blocks exceeding 150,000 acres. The property is bordered by the Mid-State Trail, as well as Sweet Root Creek, Buchanan State Forest, Tussey Mountain and Warrior Ridge. The springs, creeks, wetlands and riparian zones on the property are part of the ecologically rich Chesapeake Bay Watershed and 50% of the property consists of “excellent” grade, native and intact forest.
The project opened to the public in the latter half of 2020.