Wrangle Up a Successful Meeting at Barnsley Gardens Resort

World-Class Resort Offers Convenient Meeting Space, Luxury Accommodations, and Adventurous Group Activities

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. March 11, 2011

ADAIRSVILLE, GA - March 10, 2011 - With luxurious accommodations housed in distinctive cottages, a number of meeting spaces that can accommodate groups of all sizes, and outside-of-the-box team-building activities, Barnsley Gardens Resort, located on 3,300 acres in the in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia, can create a one-of-a-kind meeting. In addition to a unique venue that encourages productivity and relaxation, special packages enable groups to host events at a reasonable price. Valid April 1-June 30, 2011, the Beyond Business Spring Special offers groups that book 20 or more rooms for two consecutive nights a free Ice Breaker Activity Cocktail Reception that includes a choice of lawn games party, a Wii party, or classic board and card games party; complimentary wireless Internet in the meeting room; and one complimentary golf cart for the meeting planner or a VIP.

Barnsley Gardens Resort's 2,457 square foot Pavilion was renovated in early 2011, enabling it to accommodate more guests for an event. The interior was expanded and a large, covered terrace was added, encouraging groups to move outdoors. In addition to the newly updated venue, groups also have access to the Town Hall, a 1440 square foot venue that can host up to 120 people; two-executive board rooms, and outdoor venues that include The Beer Garden, perfect for an evening social; and The Ruins, the property's historic manor house that is ideal for evening events under the stars.

Group retreats are all about bonding, and Barnsley Gardens Resort can work with planners to create a memorable event that will bring teams closer together. Groups looking for a day filled with adventure can opt to participate in one of Barnsley's Day Outings. The Ridin' & Rodeoin' Package is perfect for 8 to 30 participants and includes real-life rodeo skills and games on horseback led by the resort's very own Cowboy. For a fast-paced team game, the Paintball Package features refereed paintball at the Wolf Cave Mountain Field, a boxed lunch and beverages for 10-30 people.

Barnsley Gardens Resort's award-winning amenities are perfect for a number of team-building activities. Groups can sign up for a special clay-shooting class at Springbank Plantation, the resort's on-site hunting preserve. Frisbee Golf, scavenger hunts, and orienteering bring team members closer together by having them work together to reach success. The conference coordinator can even work with groups to create friendly competition by arranging a “Barnsley Olympics” or a lawn game challenge.

When groups have down time, there are plenty of ways to relax or pass an afternoon. A state-of-the-art spa helps visitors de-stress with 10 treatment rooms; ladies' and gentlemen's lounges, saunas and steam rooms; a co-ed whirlpool; and a number of treatments that include facials, massages, wraps, manicures and pedicures. Additionally the resort offers world-class golf, horseback riding, tennis, scenic hiking trails, canoeing and kayaking.

To reserve a group meeting at Barnsley Gardens Resort, please call (877) 773-2447 or visit www.barnsleygardensresort.com. The resort's dedicated conference coordinator will work with meeting planners to customize menus, group activities, and special banquets to make their retreat a success.

In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains just 60 miles north of Atlanta, Barnsley Gardens Resort welcomes guests into a storybook romantic setting of incomparable service. Encompassing 3,300 acres, the historic Barnsley Gardens offers a unique getaway experience. Originally built as an opulent estate in the 19th century, the grounds have been transformed into a world-class resort. All guests are lodged in private rooms, suites or cottages, all luxuriously appointed with a mix of old-world charm and modern convenience. Whether looking for a relaxing weekend, strategic meeting or an elegant wedding, guests will discover a retreat of privacy and perfection. Amenities include gourmet dining, immaculate gardens, historic ruins, a European-style spa, and exciting recreational choices such as world-class golf, wingshooting and hunting at Springbank Plantation - Georgia's most unique hunting preserve, and horseback riding along scenic trails. www.barnsleyresort.com.