Get the latest update on the PenFed Grand Lodge build from Chef Larry and Dianne Polk, Director of Operations at the Warrior Retreat at Bull Run. As the lodge nears completion the focus is shifting to the furnishings. You can help furnish the house by contributing to the Make A House A Home program. Here you can purchase specific items for the Lodge.

Together, Chef Larry and Dianne unwrap the latest and greatest achievements in what's shaping up to be a haven for culinary and comfort delights. Diane brings her project management prowess to the table, detailing the driveway installation that heralds the imminent arrival of top-tier kitchen appliances and the final touches, from a fresh coat of paint to selecting furniture that complements the Lodge's grandeur.

The conversation heats up as they discuss the outdoor kitchen's pizza oven, the promise of warm gatherings around a large fire pit, and the stamped concrete patio supporting the pavilion. With the exterior nearly completed, excitement for the spring bloom is palpable, signaling the final landscaping touches. Mark your calendars for noon on May 18th, when this labor of love opens its doors to the public with a grand ribbon-cutting ceremony.