Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our Weekend Getaway Basket, designed for a family seeking joy, relaxation and cherished memories in a private oasis. Enjoy a cozy waterfront lake house, just 1.15 hours from D.C., accommodating up to four adults and five children.

Your family will enjoy a private sandy beach with a shallow entry area perfect for kids. You will have access to a canoe, kayaks, paddleboards, and fishing rods, plus ample outdoor space for kids to play and a resort-style chessboard for family competitions. The outdoor kitchen—with a grill, pizza oven, and fridge— creates the ultimate relaxing atmosphere where s’mores are a must!

Enjoy the included unique “Gather Table” experience, where a private chef prepares a custom menu based on your selections. The chef handles everything from setup to cleanup, allowing you to relax and savor gourmet meals without any effort.

Nestled in historic Spotsylvania, Virginia, this location is rich in Civil War history and is close to hiking trails and family-friendly attractions. Your family is sure to have the ultimate getaway with the included $50 gift card for berry picking (strawberries in April, or blueberries in May and June), $100 gift card for the Battlefield Country Store, four tickets to the nearby adventure park, a $150 gift card at a local winery to cover two bottles of wine, a charcuterie board, frozen drinks, and soft drinks for kids. We’ve curated a suggested weekend itinerary to minimize planning stress and allow families to focus on creating wonderful memories together.

CLICK HERE for the suggested weekend itinerary.

Choose ONE of the following weekends that works for your family (winning bidder will be asked to confirm their preferred date no later than April 15, or April 9 for the first weekend available):

• April 11 - 13


• May 2 - 5


• June 13 - 15


• July 26 - 27

Items Included:

• Waterfront Lake House Weekend Stay (donated by the Shpiner family)


• Private chef customized dinner experience


• Berry picking at Miller Farm ($50 gift card)


• Wilderness Run Winery ($150 gift card)


• Battlefield Country Store ($100 gift card)


• Four (4) Adventure Park Passes (donated by Wilderness Presidential Resort)


• Family board game (“What do you Meme”),


• Sand colors arts & craft activity


• Fishing rods, fishing net and kids swimming mask


• S’more ingredients


• “Meet Me the Lake” novel


• Educational Book on Spotsylvania’s Civil War History
  
  

Donated by Upper Elementary Class Families and Wilderness Presidential Resort; Lake House stay donated by the Shpiner Family.
Coordinated by Class Room Parents: Mariana Shpiner, Jenn Kaestner and Lisa Keogh