Laurie House and gazebo at Chauncey Hotel and Conference Center in the greater Princeton, NJ area
Jersey shore with the perfect blend of work and play.
“The resort features three hospitality suites for small meetings, dinners, pre- sentations and breakouts, in addition to a ballroom for larger conferences - all outfitted with state-of-the-art audio-visu- al equipment,” she explains. “Executive retreats are made easier by our on-site event coordinators and a concierge team that takes care of every detail, from coordinating board meetings and team building activities to making din- ner reservations and escorting your team to the beach in a GEM car.”
Kaithern notes that guestroom ameni- ties include 300 thread count Frette Egyptian cotton sheets, plush bathrobes, Malin + Goetz bath and spa products, a desk-integrated media system, LED flat- screen television, Keurig, complimenta- ry high-speed wireless Internet, 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and sea- sonal beach service.
There are countless options when it comes to recreation, relaxation and team building at The Reeds, as well. “Our team building menu features a variety of activities, including: beer, wine and whiskey tastings; ziplining; beach and bay activities; escape rooms; Paint Night; private yoga classes; and golf outings at Stone Harbor Golf Club using our exclusive private member- ship,” details Kaithern.
Debuting early 2019, Salt Spa at The Reeds will offer luxurious group treat- ment experiences to add an element of relaxation to retreats while also helping
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teams to refresh. There are five dining choices on-site, which include: Buckets Margarita Bar & Cantina; Stone Harbor Pizza Pub; SAX Restaurant and Lounge; Water Star Grille; and Wafflewich.
Additional options for relaxing after a long day of meetings include: The Reeds Roof Garden, the opportunity to take a dip in the on-site swimming pool, or a soak in one of the property’s two hot tubs.
Kaithern adds that the overall resort experience is what makes The Reeds such a unique and sought-after retreat destination for executives, as it boasts a perfect balance of both business and pleasure. “Our guests love that once they valet their car, they don’t have to drive again until they’re ready to leave town, should they so desire - everything you need is within reach at The Reeds.”
Also in New Jersey, the Laurie House at Chauncey Hotel and Conference Center in Princeton provides an ideal setting steeped in a rich history that is available for executive retreats.
The earliest official record of the land surrounding the property dates back to 1769, which records the sale of a tract of land to Abel Huff by his father, John. John Huff inherited the property from his father Derrick Huff, a pioneer settler in the area. He went on to erect a home- here - the foundation of which now serves as basement of the guesthouse.
Over the next century, the property was bought and sold through different landowners, eventually being trans-
formed into a farm in 1866, which it remained for over half a century. Its massive barn today serves as the con- ference center’s largest meeting room.
Eventually the property was brought to the attention of Henry Chauncey, then president of ETS, who bought the land to serve as the president’s residence and also as the center of ETS entertain- ing for its staff and visitors.
In 1970, Chauncey retired and the home was converted into the Laurie House at the Chauncey Conference Center. This venue, in its various forms, has accom- modated the needs of families, commu- nities and businesses alike and has been a part of New Jersey’s cultural her- itage for over 200 years.
Today, the Laurie House offers com- plete privacy along with the charm of an exclusive country house. Seven lux- urious guest rooms, plus an elegant liv- ing room, library and dining room, cre- ate the atmosphere of an intimate bed and breakfast. It also includes a meet- ing space that accommodates 14 guests in a U-shape - or 20 guests with round tables. The house was renovated in January 2016.
These are but a sampling of the out- standing options available for executive retreats in the Mid-Atlantic region. Planners will find that options such as these can provide the perfect mix of meeting space, hospitality, recreation, service and amenities for creating a function that will satisfy even the most discerning clientele.
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