When you’re planning an executive retreat, the setting matters as much as the agenda. Here at The Barn at Pleasant Acres, we’ve watched teams transform their quarterly reviews into productive sessions that actually stick. Our 8,500 square feet of flexible space in Saint Leonard gives you room to think differently, while Calvert County’s natural beauty provides the reset your team needs.
Executive retreats at The Barn at Pleasant Acres provide a blend of productive spaces and scenic surroundings, with 8,500 square feet of flexible space across three levels. Teams can shift between focused work, breakout sessions, and relaxation with access to 13.5 acres, nearby parks, and wineries. The venue offers seamless setup, catering flexibility, and a comfortable environment for meetings, with HVAC-controlled spaces for year-round comfort.
Why Teams Choose Our Barn for Strategy
Corporate retreats work best when people can move between focused work and informal connections. That’s why we’ve designed our three levels to give you options throughout the day. Start your morning session on the main level with natural light streaming through the windows. When it’s time for breakout groups, send half the team to the upper mezzanine while the others gather in the lower level. Each space has its own feel, which keeps energy fresh as you tackle different objectives.
Meeting Spaces That Actually Work
The Barn at Pleasant Acres’ main level handles your full group presentations with ease. We’ve got the projector and screen ready, plus a sound system that ensures everyone hears the quarterly numbers clearly. The barn wood tables aren’t just Instagram worthy, they’re sturdy enough for laptops, coffee cups, and the inevitable spread of sticky notes that happens during brainstorming.
When you need smaller group discussions, the upper mezzanine overlooks the main floor, creating a connection even when teams split up. The lower level works perfectly for those intense strategy sessions with up to 40 people. Everything happens under one roof.
Beyond the Boardroom Experience
Here’s what makes a retreat different from another day at the office: space to breathe. Step outside during breaks and you’ve got 13.5 acres to explore. Some groups use our grounds for walking meetings. Others just need five minutes of fresh air between sessions.
Jefferson Patterson Park sits nearby when you want to extend that lunch break into a real reset. Local wineries dot the area if you’re planning an evening reception after a day of planning. Those scenic walking trails we mentioned? They’re close enough for an early morning jog before your 9 am kickoff or an evening stroll to decompress.
Everything Handled, So You Can Focus
We know you’ve got enough to coordinate without worrying about furniture arrangements. The Barn at Pleasant Acres team sets up your barn wood tables and Chiavari chairs exactly how you want them. The Ready Room provides executives with a private space for confidential calls that often arise during retreats.
Conclusion
Start with a full group session, break into smaller teams, reconvene for lunch, then use the afternoon for department meetings. Some groups book us for multiple days, using mornings for intensive work and afternoons for team building on the grounds. With HVAC throughout, you’re comfortable whether it’s January planning or July strategy sessions.
Ready to see how The Barn at Pleasant Acres can transform your next executive retreat? Call us at (443) 624-3333 or visit thebarnatpleasantacres.com to schedule a walk-through. Let’s talk about your objectives and how our spaces can support them.
FAQs
Q: How far ahead should we book for a corporate retreat?
We recommend reaching out at least 6-8 weeks before your planned date. This gives us time for a pre-event walk-through to confirm your layout and technical needs.
Q: Can we use different caterers for breakfast and lunch?
Absolutely. Our open vendor policy means you choose who provides your meals. We’ll coordinate with multiple vendors if needed.
Q: What’s included with our rental versus what we need to arrange?
We provide the space, barn wood tables, Chiavari chairs, setup and teardown, day-of coordination, projector and screen (main level), sound system (main level). You arrange catering, any specialized AV equipment, and printed materials.