Planning a Business Event in Southeastern Ohio
Corporate Event Planners Can Find Unique Sites in the Hocking Hills
Nov 1, 2009
Business meetings, corporate retreats or company dinners don't have to take place in the ballroom of the local hotel. Instead, plan an event in an unusual- and memorable- venue to make it more enjoyable.
Hocking Hills, Ohio, an hour's drive from Port Columbus International Airport, offers rustic cabins and cottages, several inns, and even a castle. Select one of these uniquely Ohio venues for a creative corporate retreat, meeting or business dinner.
Glenlaurel, a Scottish Country Inn for Corporate Meetings
Glenlaurel is a charming Scottish country inn situated on 140 acres of woods, walking and hiking trails, and waterfalls.
On the lower level of the 7,000 square foot Manor House is St. Andrews Hall and meeting room, a sophisticated room that can accommodate groups of up to 32. In warmer months, up to 50 people can gather in the covered, open-air terrace adjacent to the Manor House. Business travelers can enjoy views of the woods and grounds through the many windows or take a hike around the property between meetings.
In addition, the property offers the following amenities for business travelers:
- High speed wireless Internet access throughout the property.
- Accommodations in the Manor House, as well as seven crofts and six cottages named for prominent Scottish clans.
- Three dining rooms and a Scottish pub where guests can relax and unwind.
- The entire property is nonsmoking.
- One hour southeast from Columbus, three hours from Cincinnati and three and a half hours from Cleveland.
Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls Bordered by Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, Ohio
Organizers looking to plan a retreat or meeting in a venue without the distractions of television and telephones will delight in the Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls. The property, located on 75 acres and bordered on three sides by Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, Ohio, offers simple yet sophisticated accommodations in a natural setting.
The newly finished, 5,000-square-foot Gathering Place provides of space for up to 50 people. Attendees will enjoy the modern conveniences of a flat-screen television and wireless Internet access in the hand-crafted log cabin setting.
Ravenwood Castle and Medieval Village a Fun Venue for Corporate Events
Set in the Hocking Hills is an unexpected gem – the majestic and history-filled Ravenwood Castle. The main building, which houses the dining hall and several guest rooms, was completed in May 1995, and cottages in the medieval village were later added.
While not technically a historic castle, Ravenwood features authentic touches throughout: the floor in the Great Hall, as well as much of the wood trim, was made to resemble various castles and “stately homes” the creators saw on their many trips to Great Britain.
Ravenwood offers:
- A unique destination for business meetings, with up to three meeting room locations available, in addition to the Great Hall.
- Lodging for up to 14 guests, including castle rooms, suites or Medieval Village cottages.
- Wireless Internet access for business travelers to stay connected on the road.
- No smoking on the property.
- Rose and Thistle Pub offers wine and beer, and daily happy hour.
- The Tea Room has afternoon tea, as well as lunch selections.
Glenlaurel
14940 Mount Olive Road
Rockbridge, Ohio 43149
(800) 809-7378
www.glenlaurel.com
The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls
21190 State Route 374
Logan, Hocking County, Ohio 43138
(800) 653-2557 or (740) 385-7489
Ravenwood Castle
65666 Bethel Road
New Plymouth, Ohio 45654
(800) 477-1541
ravenwoodcastle.com
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