Corporate Retreat Venue Ireland – Glebewood House

A High-End Corporate Retreat Venue in the Heart of Meath

Located in Ratoath, Co. Meath—only 20–25 minutes from Dublin Airport—Glebewood House offers companies easy access, premium facilities and complete privacy. The property combines professional-grade meeting spaces with hotel-style comfort, allowing teams to brainstorm, collaborate and unwind in one self-contained, exclusive-use setting.

The house provides multiple large gathering areas, high-speed Wi-Fi, breakout spaces and the flexibility to configure rooms for presentations, workshops, strategy meetings and creative sessions. Teams value the quiet luxury of the venue, paired with its proximity to the village’s restaurants, cafés and transport links.

Spaces Designed for Innovation, Collaboration and Strategic Thinking

The layout of Glebewood House makes it ideal for corporate retreats looking to balance structured sessions with informal collaboration. Key indoor spaces include:

• The Big Room – Ideal for presentations, group workshops, training events and strategy sessions.
• Large Dining Room – Seating up to 20, perfect for boardroom-style meetings, team meals or evening discussions.
• Main Lounge – Great for informal breakout sessions, fireside discussions and icebreakers.
• Cinema Room – Perfect for video presentations, pitch reviews or private company screenings.
• Outdoor covered living area – A relaxed environment for team-building, brainstorming or end-of-day debriefs.

This combination of formal and informal spaces ensures that teams can transition naturally between deep work, creative thinking and downtime.

Private Hot Tub, Sauna and Relaxation Zones for Team Recharging

An effective retreat balances productivity with rest. Glebewood House offers private leisure amenities that help employees decompress and return to sessions refreshed.

• Seven-seater hot tub – Ideal for evening relaxation and team bonding.
• Private indoor sauna – Perfect for unwinding after a long working session.
• Outdoor seating and sheltered living area – Designed for informal conversation and team connection.
• Large garden – Suitable for light activities, walks or outdoor workshops.

Together, these facilities help create an environment where teams can stay motivated while feeling genuinely cared for.

Professional Catering for Corporate Groups

Corporate groups often choose to book private catering with award-winning chef Matt Farrelly, who brings 35 years of five-star hotel experience and national culinary awards to the table. His menus support full-day offsites with options such as:

• Buffet lunches for productivity days
• Elegant multi-course dinners for executive teams
• BBQ menus for team-building evenings
• Canapés and prosecco receptions for celebrations or company milestones
• Hot and cold food platters for midday or breakout sessions

Menus can be tailored to dietary needs, cultural preferences and the nature of the retreat. Breakfast deliveries are also available to streamline morning starts.

Corporate Add-On Experiences

Glebewood House works with trusted local partners to offer a range of add-ons that enhance the retreat experience:

• Balloon and event backdrop installations – Professional displays for team photos or launch celebrations.
• Cocktail packages – Ideal for social evenings and high-performing team rewards.
• Paint ‘N Party workshops – A creative team-building activity that encourages collaboration.
• Professional glam services – Useful for media days, leadership photo shoots or incentive events.
• Private transport options – Local minibus and taxi services for group mobility.

These activities help teams build trust, strengthen working relationships and return to the office with improved morale.

Walkable Access to Ratoath Village

Corporate groups benefit hugely from the house’s proximity to Ratoath village. Within a few minutes’ walk are restaurants, cafés, pubs and essential shops—ideal for breakout lunches, coffee runs or relaxed evening meals. Options include La Bucca, Eatzen, WTF Burger, Taj Palace and more.

Supermarkets, pharmacies and local services are also nearby, making logistics simple for multi-day retreats.

Nearby Team-Building & Corporate Activity Options

Glebewood House is well-positioned for a wide range of activities that suit leadership teams, staff groups and offsite events:

• Emerald Park – adrenaline rides & team adventure
• Fairyhouse Racecourse – race days & hospitality events
• National Aquatic Centre – sports, swimming & wellness
• Newgrange & Brú na Bóinne – heritage & culture excursions
• Ashbourne Golf Club – team golf days

This mix of activities allows companies to build a retreat programme tailored to their objectives.

Sample Corporate Retreat Schedule

To help visualise a typical retreat, here is an example of a two-day structure:

1. Day 1 – Arrival & Strategy
   - Check-in from 3pm and welcome session
   - Settle into rooms and explore the house
   - Leadership strategy workshop in the Big Room
   - Private chef dinner followed by hot tub relaxation or breakout discussions
2. Day 2 – Team Building & Creative Work
   - Breakfast delivery for a productive start
   - Morning brainstorm session in the dining room
   - Afternoon team-building activity (Paint ‘N Party, cocktails or village lunch)
   - Evening fireside wrap-up, presentations or celebration drinks

Perfect For:

• Leadership team offsites
• Corporate innovation retreats
• Annual planning meetings
• Executive wellness retreats
• Staff appreciation events
• Remote team meet-ups
• Company milestone celebrations

Frequently Asked Questions

How many attendees can Glebewood House accommodate?

The property accommodates groups in the high-teens to low-twenties comfortably, depending on room-sharing preferences.

Is the venue suitable for professional meetings?

Yes. The Big Room, dining room and lounges can all be configured for presentations, strategy sessions and workshops.

Can catering support full-day meetings?

Yes. Chef Matt offers lunch, dinner, evening platters and dietary options ideal for corporate groups.

Is the house fully private?

Absolutely. Your team has exclusive access to the entire home and its facilities.

Can we book décor or celebration displays?

Yes—balloon displays, backdrops and celebration installations are available.