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WILLIAM BLACK LODGE - MONTREAT, NC
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In Montreat at William Black Lodge

William Black Lodge is OPEN!

We have good news! 
 

As of February 14, 2025 William Black Lodge has re-opened and is hosting groups and guests.   The lodge has guest rooms available on our 2nd and 3rd Floors.   Our lobby, dining room, and office have been renovated and are available for our guests.   Renovations continue in our 1st floor guest rooms and chapel/meeting rooms.  These renovations will be complete soon and ready for the summer season and into the fall!

William Black Lodge is Open! 
Reservations available for the newly renovated Lodge!


We have more good news!
 
William Black Lodge is pleased to announce new shared operations/management with South Carolina Inn in Montreat.
The staff of WBL began managing SC Inn November 1, 2024.   William Black Lodge is now operating both SC Inn and WBL.
Please contact Rev. Tommy Brown - tbrown@williamblacklodge.org if you have questions about SC Inn and WBL shared operations.

South Carolina Inn in Montreat
Reservations available for Kirk Apartments & Brearley House


Find out more about SC Inn in Montreat at Home - South Carolina Inn | Montreat, NC

We have even more good news!

We are very pleased to welcome new staff and returning staff!
Chef Greg Kilpatrick has joined the staff as foodservice manager and is preparing a wonderful new menu for our groups and guests.
Brittany Ledford has returned after 2 years raising her son and daughter to serve as our Guest Services Manager.

We are so pleased to have these wonderful folks join and re-join the management team!


Thank You!
Many of you helped make all this good news possible.  Following the storm, many of you made contributions in support of William Black Lodge.  Because of this support, we were able to retain our staff team, continue operations, re-open SC Inn,
and now renovate and re-open William Black Lodge.
We invite you to come visit the lodge, to see the renovated spaces, and to receive our thanks!
Because of you - we have weathered the storm!

WBL also appreciates any financial donation to help as we continue to recover from these challenging times and begin hosting volunteer groups coming to WNC to participate in recovery efforts.  You can make a donation on-line or send a check to to
William Black Lodge -
P.O. Box 819  Montreat, NC 28757. 
​All donations are tax deductible.

You can donate on-line - Home | William Black Lodge, Inc

We appreciate your prayers and support.  
Peace - 
Rev. Tommy Brown, Director William Black Lodge



Groups. Retreats. Individuals. Families. Friends.

William Black Lodge, located near the heart of beautiful Montreat, North Carolina has always had the mission of providing a moderately priced place for rest, relaxation and renewal for Presbyterian (PCUSA) persons in ministry and their families.  This is a mission we continue today.   The Lodge is also a great retreat location for church groups, individuals, families, non-profit, education and mission organizations.  Comfortable and perfect for small to medium sized groups, the lodge, cottage and meeting facilities provide an ideal setting for you or your group to come together, grow, and adventure in the wonderful mountains of Western North Carolina.

​Learn more about the Mission and Values of William Black Lodge in Montreat.
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A time away for self-care for PCUSA persons in ministry

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Find space to breathe and be at Montreat.
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A GREAT PLACE TO GET AWAY

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Coming for a Conference?

We offer housing for individuals and groups during Montreat conferences.

William Black Lodge rooms available for select Spring/Summer/Fall 2025 Conferences at Montreat

To book your group, please call 828-669-6314. Individuals can either call or book your stay online.
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D E S T I N A T I O N

Montreat, NC

The William Black Lodge is located in Montreat, in the beautiful
Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.  Over 40 miles of hiking trails are minutes from the Lodge's front door.  Lake Susan, located in the center of Montreat, is just a short walk from the front porch of the Lodge.  All seasonal activities in Montreat can be enjoyed by Lodge guests.
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William Black Lodge
P.O. Box 819
329 North Carolina Terrace
Montreat, North Carolina 28757
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828.669.6314
  • About
    • Mission and Value Statement
    • Staff
    • History
    • FAQs
  • Stay
    • Rooms
    • Dining
    • Meeting Facilities >
      • Belk Chapel
    • Individuals/Families
    • Churches
    • Group Meetings
    • Cottage
  • Reservations
    • Make Your Reservation On-Line
    • Rates
    • Policies
  • Programs
    • Partner Programs
    • Past Program Hosted by WBL
    • 3-Day Stay
    • 3-Day Couples Stay
    • Holding Space
    • Church Professionals Program
  • Explore
  • Contact
  • Donate
  • Job Opportunities