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The Natural Gardens

4.3(3)
Resort hotel

About

Set on over a hundred acres of rolling Catskill foothills, The Natural Gardens offers a rare blend of mature woodland groves, shimmering ponds, and wildflower meadows shaped by decades of natural evolution. The property’s barns, gazebos, and bridges are crafted from local materials, seamlessly blending with the landscape to create a serene, distinctive setting for business events.

The venue includes The Ponds Restaurant, providing in-house food and beverage service that complements the tranquil surroundings. This living sanctuary balances privacy and natural beauty, making it a thoughtful choice for corporate retreats, team offsites, and intimate gatherings seeking a peaceful, immersive experience.

Best for

  • Executive retreats in serene natural surroundings
  • Intimate client dinners with farm-to-table dining
  • Outdoor team building and garden tours

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Natural Landscape
A living garden sculpted by time and nature
Set on over 100 acres of rolling Catskill foothills, the property features streams, ponds, and meadows that have evolved naturally over decades, creating an ecosystem that cannot be replicated by design or landscaping.
Water Features
Natural water systems in equilibrium
Cascading brooks, koi-filled ponds, and waterfalls serve as living water systems that have aged into balance, reflecting decades of natural conditioning rather than ornamental design.
Architecture
Structures harmoniously integrated with the landscape
Barns, gazebos, and bridges built from local materials with weathered textures, thoughtfully placed to feel like they have always belonged to the land, enhancing the natural setting without intrusion.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 3 reviews