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Space to meet. Room to reset. A mountain setting your team will love!
Host corporate retreats, leadership offsites, trainings, dinners, holiday parties, and full property buyouts at Willow Falls Resort in Blue Ridge, GA.
With indoor meeting space, outdoor gathering areas, onsite lodging, lakefront views, and retreat-style amenities, your event can feel productive, memorable, and easy to host.
Highlights
Quick Highlights
Everything your corporate group needs in one Blue Ridge setting.
Corporate events starting at $2,000
Indoor seated events up to 200 guests
Indoor presentation or cocktail-style events up to 288 guests
Outdoor events up to 400 guests
Full property buyouts available
Onsite lodging available, expanding to sleep up to 46 guests
Indoor and outdoor event spaces
WiFi, microphone, projector/screen, and presentation space
Catering, bar service, AV support, wellness vendors, and event vendors available
Corporate Events
Willow Falls Corporate Events
From strategy sessions to full company retreats, Willow Falls is designed for corporate groups that want more than a basic meeting room.
Corporate Retreats
A private mountain setting for teams that need time to plan, reset, and reconnect away from the office.
Executive Retreats
Host leadership teams, board members, or executive groups in a quiet, focused setting with space for meetings, meals, and lodging.
Leadership Offsites
Create space for strategic planning, annual planning, quarterly reviews, and decision-making in a peaceful Blue Ridge environment.
Team-Building Events
Bring your team together with indoor meeting space, outdoor activities, lake access, trails, and resort-style amenities.
Sales Meetings
Give your sales team a focused setting for training, planning, presentations, recognition, and team connection.
Trainings & Workshops
Host professional development, company education, group workshops, or multi-session training events with flexible indoor space.
Wellness Retreats
Combine meeting time with outdoor space, health and wellness amenities, trails, lakefront moments, yoga, massage, and time to exhale.
Board Meetings
Host private board meetings with a more elevated and memorable setting than a traditional hotel conference room.
Networking Events
Create a relaxed environment for professional gatherings, client events, and relationship-building.
Company Dinners
Host team dinners, recognition nights, leadership meals, or private company celebrations.
Multi-Day Retreats
Turn your event into a full retreat with meeting space, lodging, activities, and full property buyout options.
Full Property Buyouts
Reserve the property for your group with event space, lodging, amenities, and private use options.
Next Step
Planning a corporate retreat or company event?
Tell us your date, guest count, and event goals. We’ll help you understand the best setup, package, and lodging options for your group.
Guest Count
Corporate Event Capacity
Willow Falls can support everything from small leadership retreats to larger company events.
Minimum Group Size
Willow Falls is best suited for corporate groups of approximately 10–20 guests and up, depending on the event type, lodging needs, and package structure.
Indoor Seated Events
Up to 200 guests seated together with round table layouts.
Indoor Presentation / Meeting Setup
Up to 288 guests, depending on layout and use of available indoor spaces.
Cocktail-Style Events
Up to 288 guests for cocktail-style events and networking formats.
Outdoor Events
Up to 400 guests for outdoor event formats, depending on layout, season, and event needs.
Full Venue Buyout
Up to 288 guests for full venue buyout event formats, with onsite lodging available for smaller overnight groups.
Overnight Retreats
Onsite lodging is expanding to sleep up to 46 guests with the 2027 cabin additions.
Current lodging is available now, with expanded onsite lodging coming in 2027.
Facility Essentials
Seamless Connectivity & Space
Experience the fusion of expansive meeting spaces, retreat-style amenities, and practical event support so your corporate event at Willow Falls Resort feels both inspiring and productive.
Audio & Visual Setup
Microphone, projector/screen, indoor sound system, and presentation-ready spaces available for meetings, trainings, and events.
High Speed Internet
WiFi is available for corporate groups, presentations, planning sessions, and connected work needs.
Over 7,000 Sq. Ft.
Flexible event and gathering space for meetings, meals, presentations, breakout sessions, and celebrations.
Food Catering
Corporate groups can work with approved caterers. Preferred catering partners are available.
Bar Service
Bar service can be added through approved licensed vendors.
Shuttle Service
Shuttle service is available as an add-on for select events and logistics needs.
Team Building Activities
Use the property and nearby Blue Ridge activities to build a retreat experience around connection, movement, and team bonding.
Event Spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Corporate Event Spaces
Willow Falls gives your group access to both indoor and outdoor settings, so your event can move naturally from meetings to meals, activities, and informal connection.
Grand Willow Ballroom
A refined indoor space for presentations, seated meals, trainings, meetings, and larger corporate gatherings.
Best for:
- Presentations
- Seated dinners
- Company meetings
- Trainings
- Awards nights
- Holiday parties
- Indoor backup plans
Willow Room
A flexible indoor space that works well for breakout sessions, cocktail-style events, meal service, registration, or smaller group gatherings.
Best for:
- Breakout sessions
- Networking
- Indoor cocktail hours
- Registration/check-in
- Meal service
- Smaller meetings
Willow Terrace
An outdoor gathering space overlooking the lake, ideal for cocktail hours, networking, casual dinners, and moments between sessions.
Best for:
- Cocktail-style events
- Networking
- Outdoor breaks
- Fireside conversations
- Guest arrival
Lakeside Vineyard / Outdoor Event Space
A scenic outdoor setting for ceremonies, presentations, wellness sessions, group moments, and private outdoor events.
Best for:
- Outdoor sessions
- Wellness programming
- Group photos
- Retreat activities
- Larger seasonal events
Private Beach & Lake Access
Available for property buyouts and select event formats, the private lake area gives corporate groups a memorable outdoor setting for relaxing, gathering, and retreat-style experiences.
Cabins
Onsite lodging gives retreat groups and buyouts the option to stay together on property instead of splitting across hotels.
Packages
Corporate Event Options
Willow Falls corporate events are currently quoted based on your event type, group size, date, timing, lodging needs, and whether you want event space only or a full property buyout.
Package
One-Day Corporate Event Rental
Starting at $2,000
A strong fit for meetings, workshops, dinners, trainings, networking events, and company celebrations.
Includes:
- Up to 8 hours of venue rental
- Indoor event space
- Tables up to 10
- Chairs included
- Setup and breakdown included
- Full kitchen access
- 3-basin sink
- Fridge and freezer
- Ice machine
- Microwave
- Indoor sound system
- WiFi
- Microphone
- Projector/screen
- Parking
- Access to approved vendor options
Available Addons
- Linens
- Bar service
- Catering
- Shuttle service
- Additional setup/breakdown support
- AV support
- Wellness vendors
- Team-building vendors
- Lodging
Package
Half-Day Corporate Event
Available from 12pm–6pm
A good option for smaller meetings, trainings, workshops, or company gatherings that do not need a full-day rental.
Best for:
- Board meetings
- Leadership sessions
- Team trainings
- Client meetings
- Half-day workshops
Package
Corporate Retreat Package
Custom quoted
Designed for groups planning a retreat-style experience with meeting space, lodging add-ons, outdoor areas, meals, activities, and extended time on property.
Best for:
- Executive retreats
- Multi-day team retreats
- Leadership offsites
- Wellness retreats
- Sales retreats
- Annual planning sessions
May include:
- Event space access
- Indoor meeting space
- Outdoor gathering areas
- Lodging add-ons
- Catering coordination
- Bar service options
- Team-building activities
- Wellness activities
- Fire pit and lakefront gathering areas
- Breakout spaces
Package
Full Property Buyout
Custom quoted
A full property buyout gives your group the most private, immersive Willow Falls experience.
Best for:
- Multi-day corporate retreats
- Executive retreats
- Company offsites
- Private leadership gatherings
- High-value client experiences
- Team-building retreats
- Wellness retreats
May include:
- Private use of event spaces
- Onsite lodging package
- Indoor and outdoor gathering areas
- Lake and beach access
- Fire pit areas
- Trails
- Health and wellness amenities
- Activity access
- Custom vendor coordination
- Private retreat environment
Stay Onsite
Onsite Lodging for Corporate Retreats
For corporate retreats and full property buyouts, onsite lodging helps your team stay together, reduce transportation headaches, and keep the experience focused.
Willow Falls currently offers cabin lodging, with expanded lodging coming in 2027.
Lodging Capacity
With the new cabin expansion, Willow Falls will offer onsite lodging for up to 46 guests. Cabin options include:
Treehouses x2 — 1 bedroom, sleeps 2 each;
Lakeview Cabins x2 — 1 bedroom, sleeps 2 each;
Lakefront A-Frames x2 — 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5 each;
Big A-Frame — 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10;
Cozy Cabin — 1 bedroom, sleeps 2;
Waterview Cabin — 2 bedrooms with loft, sleeps 6;
Creekside Cabin — 4 bedrooms, sleeps 10
How Lodging Works
Lodging is not included in the base event rental. It can be added individually or bundled into a custom full property buyout.
For larger overnight needs, additional lodging may be available nearby through Ellijay Resort at separate pricing.
Why Corporate Groups Choose Onsite Lodging
Onsite lodging is ideal when you want your team to stay connected beyond the meeting agenda. It helps with: Multi-day retreats, Executive offsites, Leadership planning, Wellness retreats, Evening dinners, Fireside conversations, Early morning sessions, Reduced transportation complexity
Team Building
Team Building Activities at Willow Falls Resort
A corporate event should not feel like another day in a conference room. At Willow Falls, your team can pair focused meeting time with outdoor activities, wellness experiences, and relaxed moments around the property.
Rafting / Tubing
A great regional activity for adventurous groups looking to add energy and fun to a retreat.
Kayaking / Canoeing
A peaceful way to enjoy the water and build in a slower moment between meetings.
Walking Trails
Give your team space to move, reset, and have walking conversations away from the meeting room.
Fire Pit & Lakeside Patio
Perfect for evening gatherings, informal connection, and relaxed conversations after the structured agenda ends.
Private Beach
Available for property buyouts and select retreat formats. A memorable setting for downtime, group activities, and relaxed team connection.
Paddle Boards
Coming in 2027 as part of the expanded amenity experience.
Bocce Ball
Coming in 2027 as a light, social activity for retreats and group stays.
Wellness / Yoga / Massage Cabin
Coming in 2027, with preferred vendors offering massage, mindfulness, and recovery experiences for retreats.
Itineraries
What Could Your Corporate Event Look Like?
Sample schedules teams often build at Willow Falls.
One-Day Leadership Offsite
Morning arrival, coffee and check-in, strategy session in the Grand Willow Ballroom, lunch with catering, afternoon breakout sessions, and a closing team dinner.
Sales or Training Day
Presentation setup, team training, lunch service, breakout conversations, outdoor reset time, and end-of-day networking.
Executive Retreat
Multi-day lodging, private meeting space, catered meals, fireside evenings, wellness add-ons, and time away from daily distractions.
Company Holiday Party
Indoor event space, catering, bar service, DJ/entertainment, lounge furniture, cocktail-style setup, and optional shuttle service.
Full Property Buyout
Private use of lodging, event spaces, lakefront areas, trails, activities, and amenities for a more immersive team retreat.
Property
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Support
Catering, Bar Service & Vendor Support
Willow Falls works with approved vendors to help your event feel polished, professional, and easy to execute.
Corporate groups may choose approved vendors for:
Catering • Bar service • DJs / entertainment • AV support • Event planning / coordination • Wellness or yoga • Rental companies • Transportation • Team-building vendors
Catering
Corporate groups can work with approved professional caterers. Caterers must meet Willow Falls requirements, including insurance and health grade standards.
Bar Service
Bar service can be added through approved licensed vendors. Willow Falls does not currently hold its own alcohol license, so bar service must be handled through properly licensed providers.
AV Support
AV support is available through preferred vendors when your event requires more than the standard microphone, projector/screen, and sound setup.
Vendor Requirements
All vendors must be approved and provide proper insurance documentation. Willow Falls can provide a preferred vendor list.
Rates
Corporate Event Pricing
Corporate events at Willow Falls are priced based on the event type, guest count, access time, season, lodging needs, vendor needs, and whether your group is booking event space only or a full property buyout.
Event Rental
Starting at $2,000 for an 8-hour rental.
Half-Day Events
Available from 12pm–6pm for select event types.
Full-Day Events
Available from 8am–10pm.
Multi-Day Retreats
Custom quoted based on dates, access needs, lodging, meals, vendor needs, and activity plans.
Full Property Buyouts
Custom quoted and may include lodging, event space, amenities, and private use of the property.
Add-Ons May Include
Lodging, Linens, Bar service, Catering, Shuttle service, AV support, Additional setup and breakdown support, Wellness vendors, Team-building vendors, Transportation, Extended access
Access
Event Timing & Access
Corporate event access depends on the event format, package, and property availability.
Full-Day Event Access
8am–10pm
Half-Day Event Access
12pm–6pm
Multi-Day Retreat Access
All day during the contracted event days.
Setup & Breakdown
One hour before and one hour after the event window.
Overnight Quiet Hours
10pm–8am
Weekend Availability
Weekend corporate events are available within 12 months of the event date, excluding October.
Outdoor Event Seasonality
Outdoor corporate events are best suited seasonally. December through March can be cold, so indoor plans are recommended during winter months.
Questions
Want help choosing the right event format?
Tell us what you are planning and we will recommend the best setup, timing, lodging option, and next step.
Why Us
Why Companies Choose Willow Falls
What sets a Willow Falls corporate event apart from a standard hotel meeting.
It Feels Different Than a Hotel Conference Room
Willow Falls gives your team space to step away from daily distractions and meet in a setting that feels restorative, private, and memorable.
It Works for Meetings and Retreats
You can host presentations, breakout sessions, dinners, team-building activities, outdoor moments, and overnight lodging in one place.
It Gives Teams Space to Connect
The property supports the parts of a corporate retreat that matter most: focused meeting time, informal conversations, shared meals, quiet mornings, and time outside.
It Can Grow With Your Event
From a one-day meeting to a full property buyout, Willow Falls can be shaped around the kind of experience your group needs.
Questions
Corporate Event FAQs
Answers to common questions from corporate and retreat planners.
Where is Willow Falls Resort located?
Willow Falls Resort is located in Blue Ridge, Georgia, about 10 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge.
What types of corporate events can Willow Falls host?
Willow Falls can host corporate retreats, executive retreats, leadership offsites, team-building events, holiday parties, sales meetings, trainings, workshops, wellness retreats, board meetings, networking events, client appreciation events, company dinners, multi-day retreats, and full property buyouts.
What is the minimum guest count for corporate events?
Willow Falls is best suited for groups of approximately 10–20 guests and up, depending on the event type and lodging needs.
What is the maximum guest count?
Willow Falls can host indoor seated events up to 200 guests, indoor presentation or cocktail-style events up to 288 guests, and outdoor events up to 400 guests depending on layout and season.
Can corporate groups use indoor and outdoor spaces?
Yes. Corporate groups can use both indoor and outdoor spaces depending on the event format, season, and package.
Is outdoor event space available year-round?
Outdoor events are seasonal. December through March can be cold, so indoor event planning is recommended during the winter months.
Does Willow Falls have onsite lodging?
Yes. Willow Falls offers onsite cabins, with expanded lodging coming in 2027. With the new cabin expansion, the property will sleep up to 46 guests onsite.
Is lodging included in the corporate event rental?
Lodging is not included in the base event rental. It can be added individually or included as part of a custom full property buyout package.
Can a company book the full property?
Yes. Full property buyouts are available and can include event space, lodging, amenities, activities, and private use of the property.
What does corporate event pricing start at?
Corporate event rentals currently start at $2,000 for an 8-hour rental. Full retreats and property buyouts are custom quoted.
Are tables and chairs included?
Yes. Tables and chairs are included. Linens are available as an add-on.
Is setup and breakdown included?
Basic setup and breakdown may be included depending on the event format. Additional setup and breakdown support is available as an add-on.
Is WiFi available?
Yes. WiFi is available for corporate groups.
Is AV equipment available?
Yes. Willow Falls offers microphone, projector/screen, indoor sound system, and presentation space. Additional AV support may be available through preferred vendors.
Can we bring our own caterer?
Corporate groups can work with approved caterers. Vendors must meet Willow Falls requirements.
Can alcohol be served?
Yes, bar service can be added through approved licensed vendors.
Are preferred vendors available?
Yes. Willow Falls can provide preferred vendors for catering, bar service, DJs, entertainment, AV support, wellness, planning, rentals, and more.
Can we schedule a tour?
Yes. Tours are available around the event schedule. The best next step is to inquire with your preferred date, guest count, and event type.
Plan Your Event
Plan Your Corporate Event at Willow Falls
Tell us what you are planning and we will help you understand the best event setup, guest capacity, lodging options, pricing, and next steps.
Whether you are hosting a one-day meeting, a leadership retreat, a company dinner, a wellness retreat, or a full property buyout, Willow Falls gives your group space to meet, connect, and exhale.
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