Spencer Priest has been appointed as Consulting General Manager at Mountain Lake Lodge

Mountain Lake Lodge, a historic 2,600-acre resort in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia, is entering an exciting new chapter with the appointment of Spencer Priest as Consulting General Manager. His appointment reflects the strength, experience, and heart guiding the iconic property forward.

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Priest brings more than 25 years of hospitality and tourism leadership experience to Mountain Lake Lodge. Known for his strategic, community-minded approach to guiding iconic properties, he offers deep expertise in operations, revenue strategy, and sustainable growth. His civic leadership as former Chairperson of the Galveston Park Board of Trustees underscores his commitment to stewardship and community impact.

A proud member of Historic Hotels of America and widely recognized as the filming location of the beloved 1987 classic DIRTY DANCING©, Mountain Lake Lodge has served as a cornerstone of Southwest Virginia hospitality since 1851. Under Priest’s leadership, the lodge will continue building on the legacy that makes the mountain so special.

For more information about Mountain Lake Lodge, visit mtnlakelodge.com.

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Recognized as the actual filming location of the iconic 1987 movie Dirty Dancing—where it stood in for Kellerman's Mountain House—the historic Mountain Lake Lodge is a premier resort nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Giles County, Virginia. Spanning 2,600 acres of protected nature Conservancy, the lodge offers a unique, nostalgic getaway blending "Dirty Dancing" nostalgia with outdoor adventure.