Hold your next off-site at a corporate events & party venue surrounded by nature in Northeast Ohio

Escape the office and reconnect your team in a stunning, nature-framed venue just minutes from Akron and Canton.

Up to 350 guests • 5-Hour minimum • corporate venue hire starting at $1,500

Set on our family farm in North Lawrence, Ohio, Nature Valley Lodge is a flexible indoor and outdoor venue for corporate events with lakeside views, a handcrafted lodge, and on-site accommodations. Host everything in one place, from daytime sessions to an evening party, with simple corporate venue hire and clear logistics.

Whether you’re planning a leadership summit, annual meeting, holiday party, corporate retreat or team-building day, Nature Valley Lodge offers a flexible, elevated environment with the charm of a countryside lodge and the capacity of a modern event center.

Corporate event venue hire, made simple

What’s included:

  • Indoor and outdoor spaces: access to our lodge, upper and lower terraces and ceremony lawn

  • AV and event essentials: remote indoor microphone & speaker system; tables, chairs, bar stations, and dishware

  • Professional catering kitchen for licensed caterers (no potluck, drop-off catering, or homemade food)

  • Event setup and standard cleaning

  • Optional hosted bar packages: (4 tiers), from non-alcoholic to premium service; bar staff, setup, and glassware included in package pricing

  • Climate-controlled comfort year-round: central AC, heated floors and full-power backup generator

  • Ample on-site parking; valet service available as an upcharge

  • On-site accommodations for multi-day retreats or early starts

* Outside alcohol is not permitted; all alcohol/beverages must be purchased through our venue drink packages. Professional catering only. Events with 100+ guests and alcohol require on-site security.

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How your corporate event could run

Leadership retreat or workshop:

  • Arrival coffee on the upper terrace with lake views

  • Morning session in the lodge with AV

  • Working lunch via your professional caterer served on upper or lower terrace

  • Afternoon breakouts indoors or outside

  • Cocktails and team dinner with venue bar package (alcohol or not)

  • Overnight stay for key executives in on-site accommodations

Company party or anniversary:

  • Welcome hour at the garden terrace

  • Dinner and presentations inside the lodge on the loft, under timber beams

  • Awards or entertainment, followed by an after-party inside the lodge on the lower level

Nature Valley Lodge is the perfect corporate Christmas & Summer party venue with its versatility

Winter brings cozy interiors, warm lighting, and curated drinks; summer adds lakeside mingling and terrace cocktails with an easy move indoors for music and speeches.

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We’re your ideal venue for corporate events if:

  • You want one place for meetings, networking, and the party, without the stress of transfers or timelines

  • You need indoor and outdoor options, so the weather never forces a compromise

  • You prefer clear corporate venue hire with straightforward pricing

  • You value privacy and exclusive use, with easy access from Akron, Canton, and the Cleveland area

  • You want on-site accommodations for multi-day retreats or out-of-town executives

  • You want to immerse your team in nature to create a relaxing, inspiring atmosphere while keeping things professional.

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  • As a vendor who has been in the industry for 12 years, and have attended multiple venues. This one is top tier! Not only are they easy to work with, but the venue is well laid out and styled! The scenery gives you an upscale vibe but relaxing enough to make you feel right at home. I would highly recommend you schedule a viewing asap!

    — Tara Lyn

  • Gorgeous venue! It’s tucked away making it feel private. The views were stunning and there were so many different spots for guests to gather or even explore during the evening.

    — Cailee Krieger Bryant

  • Absolutely gorgeous venue! They literally thought of everything!

    — Brandy Kreider

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Booking & Logistics

  • Capacity: Up to 350 guests

  • Standard rental: 5 hours (1 hour setup, 3-hour event, 1 hour clean up)

  • Pricing: from $300/hour (5-hour minimum = $1,500)

  • Flexible timings: Custom start/end times, additional time may be added upon approval

  • Security: Events with 100+ guests and alcohol require on-site security

  • Scheduling:

    • Weekend dates (Friday to Sunday): you may book your corporate event within 5 months of the event date.

    • Weekday dates (Monday to Thursday): you may book as early as you like.

  • Ideal For:

    • Executive retreats & board planning

    • Leadership summits

    • Team building & incentive events

    • Product launches

    • Networking mixers

    • Training seminars

    • Company award ceremonies

    • Corporate holiday parties

  • Additional details available by request

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Why choose Nature Valley Lodge for corporate events?

  • High-end rustic aesthetics that impress clients and staff alike

  • Fully climate-controlled with central AC, heated floors, and a full-power backup generator for uninterrupted comfort year-round.

  • Multiple event spaces, from the lodge to the lake

  • Seamless vendor access and ample setup space

  • Full catering kitchen access for your professional caterer

  • Tables, chairs, and dishware included

  • Private, secluded setting with convenient access to Akron & Canton

  • On-site accommodations for overnight guests

  • Trusted security for larger evening events with bar service

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Extend the experience with on-site accommodations

Upgrade your event with optional overnight stays. Keep key team members or out-of-town guests on property for multi-day retreats or early starts. On-site accommodations make planning simple and keep the group connected.

  • The Farmhouse: Situated right next to the lodge, sleeps 6 guests.

    • Ideal for executive teams or keynote speakers, this charming 2-bedroom home is located just a short walk from the main venue. Includes a full kitchen, spacious common areas for pre-event prep or post-event debriefs, and private outdoor space for unwinding between sessions.

  • Smucker’s Country Cottage: Sleeps 10 with games and hot tub.

    • A favorite for team bonding, this 4-bedroom cottage is equipped with pickleball, bocce, foosball, pinball, and more. Great for post-meeting play or hosting casual mixer nights. Includes a hot tub, indoor games, and open-concept living space.

  • Sherwood Park Ranch: Surrounded by nature, sleeps 12.

    • Tucked away on a wooded lot, this 6-bedroom home offers comfort and quiet for larger groups or leadership teams. With a pavilion-style porch and direct access to our 23-acre nature reserve, it’s perfect for morning walks, fireside chats, or small-group brainstorming.

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Corporate Events FAQs

Here are a few questions we hear most from corporate event teams. If something’s missing, reach out and we’ll guide you.

  • We’re in North Lawrence, Wayne County, Ohio, just about 20 minutes from Akron and Canton, and an easy trip from Cleveland.

  • Up to 350 guests. Standard rental is 5 hours (1 hour setup, 3 hour event, 1 hour cleanup). Additional time can be added with approval.

  • Indoor and outdoor spaces (lodge, upper and lower terraces, lawn), remote microphone and speaker system, tables, chairs, bar stations, dishware, catering kitchen for licensed caterers, event setup, standard cleaning, and ample on-site parking. Valet Service is available for an upcharge.

  • No. All alcohol/beverages must be purchased through our venue drink packages. Outside alcohol is not permitted. Bar staff, setup, and glassware are included with packages.

  • We’d love to show you around Nature Valley Lodge and help you envision your special day here.

  • All events must leave with their decor and personal belongings, and the venue must be left in an orderly state. However, Nature Valley Lodge takes on the responsibility of tearing down tables & chairs, and cleaning the venue. We are not responsible for tearing down tents or any items brought to the event by the guests.

  • Yes! Cash bars are available upon request.

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