Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

  • Hilltown Commons is a retreat campus in Rensselaerville, New York, designed for company offsites, leadership retreats, team gatherings, and select creative programs. Our historic Upstate New York setting offers privacy, focus, and thoughtful hospitality.

  • Hilltown Commons is located in Rensselaerville, NY — approximately 2.5 hours from New York City and 45 minutes from Albany.

  • Yes. We specialize in company retreats, executive offsites, strategy sessions, and planning meetings. Retreats are customized to support focused work, meaningful connection, and time away from day-to-day distractions.

  • We host leadership teams, companies, nonprofits, creative agencies, educators, and facilitators seeking a purpose-built retreat environment.

  • Driving is the easiest way to reach campus. Guests traveling from New York City often take the train to Albany–Rensselaer or Hudson, then rent a car or arrange transportation. Hilltown Commons is about 45 minutes from either station.

  • Most retreats include on-site lodging, chef-prepared meals, meeting and gathering spaces, campus access, and on-site support. Additional services can be arranged based on your needs.

  • Many company retreats book the campus for private or semi-private use. Availability depends on dates and group size.

  • Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus. Cell service is limited due to our rural location.

  • Yes. We host retreats and gatherings throughout all four seasons.

  • Hilltown Commons is a pet-free campus, with the exception of service animals.