Outdoor Event Space for Workshops, Photography, and Private Gatherings

Timberlake Earth Sanctuary offers peaceful outdoor event space and nature-based rentals in Whitsett, North Carolina, near Greensboro and Burlington. Set on 165 acres of forest, trails, gardens, ponds, and natural gathering spaces, Timberlake is a beautiful setting for photographers, instructors, facilitators, wellness practitioners, creative professionals, businesses, nonprofits, schools, churches, and community organizations.

Whether you are planning a photography session, workshop, corporate retreat, team gathering, wellness program, private celebration, educational event, or creative project, Timberlake provides a warm and meaningful place to gather, connect, and experience the beauty of the natural world.

“The untouched beauty of nature surrounds you as soon as you pull into Timberlake and it’s as if you’re transported into a magical woodland. The towering trees, blooming flowers, chirping birds, and beautiful lake makes for a serene experience that you simply have to see in person.”

Taylor Bell, 2017

TreeHouse Day Use for Workshops, Meetings, and Retreats

Host a workshop, meeting, retreat, or small group gathering in the Treehouse and surrounding outdoor spaces. This peaceful setting is ideal for educators, nonprofits, small businesses, church groups, wellness practitioners, and organizations looking for a place to reconnect, strengthen group cohesion, and share ideas in a new environment.

Sessions can be hosted indoors or outdoors. Enjoy lunch on the back deck surrounded by forest, picnic by the pond, walk the trails, and experience the clarity and beauty that nature offers.

Rates: $75/hr for a minimum of 4 hours

Please note that the Treehouse can comfortably accommodate a maximum capacity of 16 people.

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Private Events, Celebrations, and Community Gatherings

Timberlake has hosted meaningful gatherings ranging from musical events and anniversary celebrations to community programs and private events. Surrounded by nature’s beauty, the land offers a peaceful and powerful presence that stirs the soul, enlivens the heart, and creates space for memorable shared experiences.

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Photography Sessions in a Natural Outdoor Setting

Timberlake is a beautiful outdoor photography location for family portraits, engagement sessions, graduation photos, maternity sessions, branding photography, and other milestone moments. With sunlit meadows, shimmering ponds, forest trails, gardens, and woodlands of tulip poplar, dogwood, oak, and pine, the sanctuary offers a peaceful natural backdrop through every season.

Capture meaningful moments in a place where light dances with shadow, leaves rustle in the wind, and the sounds of nature bring you home to the present moment.

Rates: $60/hr for groups of 5 or less | $70/hr for 6-10 people $85/hr for 11+ people

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Outdoor Event Space near Greensboro, Burlington, and the Piedmont Triad

Located in Whitsett, North Carolina, Timberlake Earth Sanctuary is convenient to Greensboro, Burlington, Elon, Graham, High Point, Guilford County, Alamance County, Winston-Salem, Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and the greater Piedmont Triad. With forest trails, gardens, ponds, indoor gathering space, outdoor event areas, and peaceful natural backdrops, Timberlake offers a meaningful setting for workshops, photography sessions, private events, corporate gatherings, and community programs in central North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of space rentals does Timberlake Earth Sanctuary offer?

Timberlake Earth Sanctuary offers peaceful outdoor event space and nature-based rentals for workshops, meetings, retreats, photography sessions, private celebrations, wellness programs, educational events, creative projects, and community gatherings. Located in Whitsett, North Carolina, near Greensboro and Burlington, Timberlake provides a beautiful natural setting for individuals, businesses, nonprofits, schools, churches, instructors, facilitators, photographers, and organizations looking for a meaningful place to gather.
Where is Timberlake Earth Sanctuary located?

Timberlake Earth Sanctuary is located in Whitsett, North Carolina, in the North Carolina Piedmont. The sanctuary is convenient to Greensboro, Burlington, Elon, Graham, High Point, Guilford County, Alamance County, and the greater Piedmont Triad. Timberlake is also accessible for guests traveling from Winston-Salem, Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and surrounding areas of central North Carolina.
Can photographers rent Timberlake for photo sessions?

Yes. Timberlake is a beautiful outdoor photography location near Greensboro and Burlington, NC. Photographers can rent the space for family portraits, engagement sessions, graduation photos, maternity sessions, branding photography, creative shoots, and milestone moments. With forest trails, gardens, ponds, meadows, wooded paths, seasonal blooms, and peaceful natural backdrops, Timberlake offers a scenic outdoor setting for photography throughout the year.
Can businesses or organizations rent Timberlake for meetings or retreats?

Yes. Timberlake offers a peaceful nature-based setting for small business meetings, nonprofit gatherings, church groups, school programs, team retreats, planning sessions, and organization events. The Treehouse and outdoor spaces can support workshops, conversations, group reflection, team-building, and creative planning in a calm environment away from the pace of everyday work.
Can private events or celebrations be hosted at Timberlake?

Yes. Timberlake can host private events, milestone celebrations, anniversary gatherings, musical gatherings, small group celebrations, and meaningful community events. The sanctuary offers a peaceful outdoor event space surrounded by forest, trails, gardens, ponds, and natural gathering areas, making it a beautiful choice for people who want something more personal and nature-centered than a traditional event venue.
Is Timberlake a good location for workshops or wellness programs?

Yes. Timberlake is well suited for workshops, wellness programs, yoga, meditation, nature connection, contemplative arts, educational programs, and other meaningful group experiences. The natural setting helps participants slow down, focus, and reconnect with themselves, one another, and the land. Depending on the event, sessions may be held indoors, outdoors, on the deck, near the pond, or along the trails.
Can events be held indoors and outdoors?

Yes. Depending on the rental type and group size, events may use indoor gathering space as well as outdoor areas throughout Timberlake Earth Sanctuary. The Treehouse offers indoor space for small groups, while the deck, pond areas, trails, gardens, and natural gathering spaces provide outdoor options for workshops, photography sessions, private events, and peaceful group experiences.
How many people can the Treehouse accommodate for day use?

The Treehouse can comfortably accommodate smaller groups for day use, workshops, meetings, and intimate gatherings. It is especially well suited for instructors, facilitators, small businesses, nonprofits, church groups, and creative professionals who want a quiet indoor space with access to the surrounding forest, deck, pond, and trails. For current capacity guidelines, guests should inquire directly with Timberlake.
What makes Timberlake different from a traditional event rental space?

Timberlake Earth Sanctuary is more than a standard rental venue. It is a 165-acre forest sanctuary rooted in land stewardship, sustainability, and connection with the natural world. Guests are invited to gather in a peaceful setting with trails, ponds, gardens, trees, wildlife, and quiet places for reflection. For many groups, the land itself becomes part of the experience.
How do I inquire about renting space at Timberlake?

You can inquire through Timberlake Earth Sanctuary’s contact form here and share your event type, preferred date, group size, and space needs. Whether you are planning a photography session, workshop, corporate retreat, wellness program, private gathering, or educational event, the Timberlake team can help you determine which space is the best fit.

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