Corporate Events at Nature Valley Lodge

A unique indoor-outdoor venue for company gatherings, off site meetings and holiday celebrations—just 20 minutes from Akron and Canton.

Escape the office and reconnect your team in a stunning, nature-framed venue just minutes from Akron and Canton. Whether you’re planning a leadership summit, annual meeting, holiday party, 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.

Elevate Your Next Office Party

What’s Included

  • Lodge, upper and lower terraces and ceremony lawn access

  • Remote Indoor Microphone & Speaker System, Tables, Chairs, Bar Stations, and Dish Ware

  • Catering kitchen for professional food service (no pot luck, drop-off catering or home-made food allowed)

  • Event setup and standard cleaning

  • Ample on-site parking

Optional hosted bar packages available (4 tiers), from non-alcoholic to premium service.

Bar staff, setup, and glassware included in package pricing.

Perfect For:

  • Executive retreats & board planning

  • Corporate holiday parties

  • Team-building & incentive events

  • Product launches & networking mixers

  • Training seminars & company anniversaries

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

Booking & Logistics

  • Capacity: Up to 350 guests

    • 5-hour standard rental (1 hr setup, 3 hr event, 1 hr cleanup)

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

    • Custom start/end times

    • Additional time may be added upon approval

  • Ideal For: Team retreats, board planning, leadership summits, holiday parties

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

  • On Site Lodging: Optional on-site accommodations available for out-of-town execs or multi-day events

    • Additional details available by request

Ready to Book or Tour the Space?

Let’s talk dates, details, and custom options.

Extend the Experience with On-Site Lodging

Upgrade your event with optional overnight stays:

  • The Farmhouse - Sleeps 6, right next to the Lodge

    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 – Sleeps 12, surrounded by nature

    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.