Fort Lewis Lodge & Farm — Hotel in Craigsville

Incredible experience! This seems to be the first review of Fort Lewis Lodge in the time of Covid-19, so I will focus on how well they have pivoted to address the new challenges. They did a great job and you can expect the same service, friendliness, beautiful grounds and wonderful overall experience reflected in other guest reviews. You can also find a detailed description of the health and safety efforts that Fort Lewis Lodge has put in place on the Lodge's website. When we were greeted, the staff member was wearing a mask, and provided touchless check in. As far as we could see, all staff wore masks when interacting with guests, when servicing rooms and while in common areas. Guest were expected to wear masks in common areas except when sitting at their tables, and hand sanitizer was available throughout. Guests who did not want their rooms cleaned daily just had to leave the do not disturb sign on their door. If they needed additional items, e.g. soap, towels and trash bags, they just had to ask and staff would bring them to the door. At breakfast and dinner, staff came by each table individually to let us know it was time to come inside to get food. When we came in (masked) we could look at a paper menu with that meal’s items, and then ask for a sampler of everything, or pick particular items together with what we wanted to drink. We brought our loaded plates back to our tables, and they brought out our selected drinks. Later, a staff member came by each table to ask if we wanted more of anything and, at dinner time, again to ask if we wanted desert or coffee. One thing to note if you are concerned about eating inside (as we were), there are by my count only eight open air tables, so if that’s important to you as it was for us, you should arrive near the beginning of the evening cocktail hour or a few minutes before 9am for breakfast to stake out the table you want. For those who are comfortable eating inside, the table were spaced well over six feet apart. Outside there are expansive and beautiful grounds and wonderful hiking trails where you may not see another soul, but in any event where it is very easy to be physically distant from everyone else. All and all we had a terrific pandemic-conscious experience, with great food and service that always felt safe. I can’t recommend...

My husband and I spent Memorial Day weekend here, and it was such a treat. It was our first time visiting, so we didn’t know exactly what to expect—but it completely blew us away.

The property is stunning, with so many trails to explore. We had a blast hiking and taking in all the natural beauty. The food was incredible—just what we needed after a long day of adventuring or to start the morning off right. And the wildlife! We saw so many birds, deer, and even cows. It was such a joy to watch and listen to them throughout the day.

What really stood out to me was how much heart and intention the ft Lewis family has put into this place. You can feel the love in every detail—from the trees and plants they’ve nurtured to the beautiful buildings they’ve created. Seeing the transformation over the years through old photos was truly magical. It’s clear this family shares something really special.

Honestly, it made me a little emotional. It’s not always easy to get my own family together, so witnessing this kind of bond and shared legacy was genuinely heartwarming.

Some tips for your stay:

If you’d like lunch during your visit, just ask at breakfast—they offer it for an additional fee.

We stayed in the Tall Timbers cabin and absolutely loved it. If you can snag a cabin, I highly recommend it!

The fireplace in Tall Timbers was amazing—definitely make your own fire. It didn’t make the room too hot, just perfectly warm and cozy, and the smell was incredible.

There’s a hot spring nearby that some guests checked out, as well as a local cidery that’s definitely worth a visit.

While you're at Buck’s, be sure to ask for the local cider—it’s incredibly good and not too sweet!

When on the trails on the property pay close attention to the trail markers it’s really easy to get lost if you aren’t paying attention.

Tick season is bad this year everywhere make sure to use deet or check for ticks after your hike to be safe.

Thanks for having us we had a blast and hope to be...

If you’re hunting for sub-marginal home-cooked meals and a staff that could win gold in eye-rolling, this is your place. The only thing this resort truly excels at is delivering a clean cabin you can smell in the morning as the only redeeming feature.

Location? Oh, it’s “charmingly remote” in the way a desert island is charming when you’ve misplaced your compass. Tucked in the middle of nowhere, not close to civilization for what feels like an eternity. You’ll be driving for ages just to pretend you’re in a real town, then realize you’re still staring at the same pine trees with a bill you can’t afford to be optimistic about.

Value for money? If by “value” you mean paying top-tier prices for bottom-tier service, then congratulations: you’ve found the perfect match. For the sum you shell out, the staff should be bending over backwards to accommodate, not giving you the side-eye when you ask for a complimentary bottle of water. Yes, you read that right — water that should be included, not a scavenger hunt you complete with your last reserve of gas money.

Complimentary amenities? Don’t get your hopes up. You’ll be lucky to receive a smidge of courtesy, let alone a bucket of hospitality. I literally ran to my car, about to become a contraband water thief, in order to go buy some bottled water because apparently thirst is a luxury here.

In short: if you like clean cabins and nothing else, this place will scratch your itch quickly. If you want civilization, a friendly vibe, or even a basic gesture of courtesy, you’ll need to bring your own map, your own water, and a strong tolerance for microaggressions dressed as “service.”

Verdict: skip it unless you want a test of your patience and a few extra stories you’ll tell later about the time you paid a premium to feel like you’re guest-starring in a reality show called How Not...