Ft Recovery’s Historic Chapel with Speakeasy Hideaway - Host 40 guests/Sleeps 10

Ft Recovery's 1940's Historic Chapel can be rented a few ways.
1. Full Venue (Both Main and Lower-Levels)
2. The Elm Room (Main Floor Event Venue) and/or
3. Ivy Lounge (Lower Level Speakeasy-Insipired space to host up to 40 guests and 10 overnight guests.

***This listing is for #3 - Ivy Lounge (Lower Level Speakeasy-Inspired space to host up to 40 guests and 10 overnight guests.***

Historic Speakeasy-Inspired Getaway in a Renovated 1940s Chapel
Unique Underground Retreat in Fort Recovery, Ohio

Descend into sophistication at the Ivy Lounge, a speakeasy-inspired small event + overnight accommodation tucked beneath a beautifully renovated 1940s chapel in downtown Fort Recovery. This family-owned hideaway offers an unexpected blend of historic charm and modern entertainment, perfect for group getaways.

Accommodation Features:

- Host events for up to 40 guests with multiple conversation areas
- Sleeps up to 10 guests in a thoughtfully designed space:

Sleeping Arrangements: Private bedroom with queen bed, plus 3 queen sofa beds and 2 twin futons in common areas

Innovative Privacy: Customizable wall system allows you to create separate sleeping quarters while maintaining social spaces

Full Kitchen: Residential-style kitchen with everything needed for meal preparation

Entertainment Hub: Custom bar with seating for 6, 12' handcrafted shuffleboard table, 1968 United Century Bowling Alley arcade, convertible poker/bumper pool table, Vintage Valley Dart Machine.

Media: Two smart TVs (85” & 65”) for movie nights or game days.

Modern Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms with upscale fixtures

Atmosphere: Warm walnut details, custom "Ivy Lounge" neon sign, and sophisticated speakeasy ambiance

Climate Control: Comfortable year-round. Includes large electric fireplace.

Perfect For

* Wedding weekend accommodations
* Race weekend getaways (near Eldora Speedway)
* Family reunions and gatherings
* Friend group escapes
* Local event attendees (Fort Recovery Tractor Pulls, Win on the Wabash, Jubilee, Historical Tours)

Location Benefits

Located at the intersection of State Route 49 and near State Route 119 in downtown Fort Recovery, offering:

* Easy driving distance to regional attractions
* Walkable to local shops and dining
* Small-town charm with modern conveniences
* Central location for exploring the area

A Special Note:


Booking Information

* Package options available when adding The Elm Room event space
* Personalized attention from our family-owned business

Experience Fort Recovery's most distinctive overnight accommodation—where historic character meets modern comfort, and where every stay becomes part of our ongoing story.

*Note: The Ivy Lounge is accessed by stairs and is not ADA accessible.