Retreats
River Crest Cottage
River Crest Cottage is a replica of a Victorian cottage and carriage house located on the edge of the Noroton River. It is the ideal setting to escape from traditional conference rooms, boardrooms and hotel meeting rooms, and get back to nature. It has beautiful river views, comfortable and relaxing décor, including conference table, window seat and Persian rugs, nestled under an historic 200+ year old majestic Copper Beech tree. There is a fieldstone patio and fireplace, trampoline and hammock. River Crest Cottage is the perfect setting for your next business retreat, brainstorming session or planning meeting. Joy Baldridge can be retained to facilitate as needed. See coaching, training, and keynote topics for ideas.
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Oakdale Manor
Oakdale Manor has a rich history as one of the Phillip Estates that housed the corporate executives of The Philips Milk of Magnesia Company – founded by Charles Henry Phillips, an English pharmacist and inventor, at the turn of the 20th century. Built in 1892 at the request of his sons, it was a convenient walk away from the manufacturing plant and headquarters down the street.
In 2007, Walt Disney Studios selected Oakdale Manor to be the setting for “Grandma’s House” in the movie, “College Road Trip” starring Martin Lawrence and Raven-Symoné. Overlooking the Noroton River, Oakdate Manor is 38 miles from NYC and within walking distance of two Metro-North train stations. With its old Victorian charm, it is the perfect venue for business planning retreats.
To Book Your Next Meeting:
For both venues the ideal group size is 3-8 people
Catering recommendations are available
For more information about booking your next meeting at
Oakdale Manor or River Crest Cottage please contact Julie Baker
at 203-359-9080 or email: joy@joybaldridge.com