IslandWood

IslandWood

Attraction - Business / Company - Community Center - Family Fun - Meeting Space - Park / Garden - School

Website: http://www.islandwood.org

 (206) 855-4300

 4450 Blakely Ave NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

OVERVIEW

Every day at IslandWood people of all ages engage in thoughtfully-designed experiences to discover new things about themselves and their relationship to the world. We believe nature enhances meetings and retreats by fostering the time and space for deeper thought, reflection, and ultimately, human connection. Groups that host their events at IslandWood find that nature is not just a backdrop, but an integral part of their experience.

“AMAZING VALUE FOR A BEAUTIFUL SPACE AND EXCELLENT STAFF! ”

– Joy, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

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DINING

To nourish the mind, we believe you need to nourish the body. We create menus that showcase local, organic, and sustainably sourced ingredients, including some items fresh from our garden. Our kitchen specializes in meeting a wide range of dietary needs and preferences with inspiration and creativity.

“OUT OF THIS WORLD. VEGAN AND GLUTEN-FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE THAT NEEDED IT. THE MEALS WERE VARIED AND AMAZING AND PLENTIFUL.”

– Conference Guest

MEETING SPACES & ACCOMMODATIONS

Surrounded by views of the meadows and forest outside, our meeting spaces are flexible, light-filled and feature all the essential amenities for a successful off-site meeting or conference.

 

Should your group require an overnight stay, IslandWood has four sleeping lodges that combine the comfort of modern accommodations with the natural rustic beauty of the Northwest. The lodges have a total of 53 guestrooms, each with a private bathroom, and can sleep up to 200 guests. Every lodge has a spacious great room with a fireplace and seating for gathering, 
game-playing
, reading, and relaxing. All beds on our property are made up with organic cotton bedding for a dreamy nights sleep!

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ACTIVITIES

Hiking, trail running, garden tours, team building activities, canopy tower climbing, scavenger hunts, art activities, and yoga are all available right on our property. And kayaking, sailing, fishing, paddle boarding, beach wandering, mountain biking, and miles and miles of more hiking are available within minutes of IslandWood.

INCLUSION AND EQUITY

Inclusion and equity are pillars of our organization and we are committed to providing a safe and welcoming space where everyone is honored, valued, and respected. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital, family, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or veteran status.

SOCIAL GOOD

By choosing to have your meeting or retreat at IslandWood, you’re not only selecting an amazing venue, you’re changing the world for good! The events we host help generate the critical resources necessary to ensure that all students and schools, regardless of their capacity to pay, can participate in our environmental education programs.

RENTAL INFORMATION

This Venue Available for Rent :

Yes

Other Facility Information :

Weddings

IslandWood is the quintessential rustic Pacific Northwest backdrop for your destination wedding. A 35-minute ferry ride from Seattle, our 250-acre property is gorgeous, private, and tranquil. You and your guests can roam and explore our forested trails, pond, meadow, garden, two treehouses, suspension bridge and canopy tower. The natural beauty of our property is surpassed only by the simple, thoughtful elegance of our kitchen’s cuisine. And you can feel good knowing that by having your wedding at IslandWood, you’re supporting exceptional justice-oriented environmental education programs. What could be better than creating the memories of a lifetime while making positive change in the world?
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Groups

Every day at IslandWood people of all ages engage in thoughtfully-designed experiences to discover new things about themselves and their relationship to the world. We believe nature enhances meetings and retreats by fostering the time and space for deeper thought, reflection, and ultimately, human connection. Groups that host their events at IslandWood find that nature is not just a backdrop, but an integral part of their experience.

Type of Rental Space :

Both Indoor and Outdoor

Set Up Options :

Theatre, Banquet, Classroom, Standing/Reception

Size ranges for the various set up options :

Under 50, 50-100, 101-200

Approved Uses :

Wedding/Special Event, Corporate Retreat/Event, Meeting Space, Performing Arts Space

Location Info

IslandWood

4450 Blakely Ave NE

Bainbridge Island, WA 98110