Gordon Acres Retreat – Where Nature, Comfort, and Connection Thrive

Tucked away on the northside of Wilmington, North Carolina—just minutes from Wrightsville Beach and Historic Downtown—Gordon Acres Retreat offers a peaceful escape rooted in nature and hospitality. Originally established in 1978, this 3-acre property has been lovingly restored by artist and host Mike DeVries and is thoughtfully managed by his wife, Sarah. Today, it is both a nature sanctuary and a welcoming retreat for guests seeking serenity, comfort, and connection.

What began as a wooded lot has grown into a peaceful, pet-friendly retreat featuring a spring-fed ¾-acre stocked pond, nature trails, firepit, and vibrant native landscaping including azaleas, gardenias, and Japanese maples. Wildlife thrives here—guests often spot birds, turtles, frogs, fish and even the occasional Cooper’s Hawk, Barred Owl, White Tail Deer, Ducks, Geese and Red Foxes.

The retreat includes two private guest accommodations:

Nature’s Escape Guesthouse – A cozy, 1-bedroom cottage with a King bed, Quiet Study Area, Large Walk-in Shower, Screened porch with Ceiling Fan, Full kitchen, Smart TV's, and Charcoal grill

Pond View Loft Apartment – A grand two-story Loft with two King Beds a full-size Futon, Large bath with Garden Tub Shower, Screened porch with Ceiling Fan, Smart TVs, a Charcoal Grill and efficiency kitchen

Whether booking a solo unit or The Sanctuary at Gordon Acres (both units together), guests enjoy access to all outdoor amenities including walking trails, the firepit, grill areas, and a shared laundry space with a large-capacity washer/dryer.

At Gordon Acres Retreat, the mission is simple:

To create a space that’s better than a hotel—calm, natural, and unforgettable.

Every stay reflects Mike and Sarah’s commitment to hospitality, conservation, comfort, and artistry. With handcrafted decor, personal touches, and thoughtful amenities, Gordon Acres Retreat invites guests to reconnect—with nature, with loved ones, and with themselves

Contact us today to inquire about Available Rentals.

Mike & Sarah DeVries - (910) 470-7253

gordonacresretreat@gmail.com

Wilmington (Ogden), North Carolina