Check out our list of 5 of the Best Retreat Centers New York State has to Offer!
Our team has been planning events, retreats, weddings and more for over 20 years and in that time we like to think we have learned a thing or two about what makes for the perfect location. So below we have compiled a list of 5 of the top retreat centers across New York and the Capital Region, to help you plan ahead for whatever type of event you are looking to host.
Each of the locations listed here is unique in its own way but all of them offer spectacular settings, plenty of onsite accommodation, as well as myriad activities and other pursuits to keep you and your guests entertained.
So whether you are looking to host a corporate getaway, a relaxing retreat, or even a wedding, we are confident that you will find something you like from the retreat centers we have shared below.
The main lawn at Berkshire Retreat Center
Berkshire Retreat Center at Camp Schodack
Why get a hotel or a conference center for three hours when you could book your own private summer camp for the entire weekend? Or better still, the whole week? Bring family, friends, colleagues, and whoever else wants to enjoy an unforgettable weekend! There are lots of reasons why groups choose this 150-acre site for their venue. Here are just a few examples!
You can treat your friends and family to a whole weekend of pool parties, campfires and adventurous pursuits such as zip-lining and high ropes. With tons of field sports and traditional camp fun like archery and ATV driving, it’s sure to be a weekend to remember. By holding an event at our location, guests are able to make their dream events come true. Whether it is a wedding, corporate retreat or a school group getaway, an event that would normally cost significantly more at a traditional hotel or retreat center lasts longer and involves so much more!
Find out more: https://berkshireretreatcenter.com/large-group-events
Mohonk Mountain House from above
Mohonk Mountain House
Escape to a mountaintop sanctuary where dreams come to life and surprises await at every turn. Nestled within 40,000 acres of protected forest, this Victorian-style National Historic Landmark resort is well known for its charming ambiance and endless opportunities for tranquility or adventure.
Founded by the Smiley family in 1869, Mohonk Mountain House overlooks a pristine glacial lake and offers 85 miles of trails, an award-winning spa, farm-to-table cuisine, and activities galore, all included in your overnight stay.
Explore the picturesque landscape of Mohonk Mountain House, located just 90 miles north of New York City in the Hudson Valley. Experience the perfect balance of timeless charm and modern comforts in every room and suite.
find out more: https://www.mohonk.com/?nck=gmb
Easton Mountain in the fall
Easton Mountain
Nestled in a picturesque mountain valley in upstate NY, Easton Mountain is a retreat center, community and sanctuary founded by John Stasio and a group of gay men in 2000. Our events provide opportunities for social engagement, relaxation, personal growth, and learning. In addition to our own events, we provide a venue for groups and organizations aligned with our mission. Sign up for one of our events or host your next retreat, conference or workshop with us!
Through workshops, programs, and events we provide opportunities to celebrate, heal, transform, and integrate body, mind, and spirit. We offer our land, rich in beauty and wisdom, as a home to a community that extends beyond the land. We are a worldwide fellowship of people enriched by our connection to Easton Mountain. This fellowship is a force for positive change in the world.
Find out more: https://www.eastonmountain.org/rentals-overview
The pool and main lodge
Scribner’s Lodge
Scribner’s Catskill Lodge was founded to welcome a new generation of urban explorers to the beautiful year-round destination of the Catskills. With thoughtful design, friendly service, and delicious food and drinks, the Lodge is the perfect basecamp for your escape to the outdoors. The Rounds, located further up the mountain behind the main Lodge, feature 11 luxury cabins which include an oculus for stargazing, outdoor soaking tubs, and decks with 360-degree views.
In addition to our accommodations at the Lodge and the Rounds, we offer a locally-inspired restaurant, Prospect, multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces, and over 20 acres of mountainside to explore.
find out more: https://scribnerslodge.com/
The view of Vanderkamp from above
Vanderkamp
Vanderkamp is a Wilderness Retreat set on 850 remote acres in Upstate New York. We are dedicated to cultivating unique, immersive, and supremely hospitable experiences that inspire people to discover the joy of connecting to the natural world.
Every lodge and gathering place is intentionally designed to help you immerse within the different elements of Vanderkamp. Taking our cues from the natural world and the history of the land, we’ve crafted spaces that encourage contemplation, conversation, and curiosity.
finds out more: https://vanderkampny.com/
We hope you have found inspiration from the locations shared above. We have compiled this list as a way to help you better understand the amazing retreat centers that New York has to offer. If you know of other locations that we should share in future posts, pleas reach out and let us know.