Meeting Space on Vancouver Island
Small group meetings for 10 to 35 at The Truffle Farm in Parksville. A change of scenery changes the conversation. Truffle-infused refreshments throughout.
Inquire About Your MeetingMeeting Space on Vancouver Island at The Truffle Farm
The Truffle Farm is a meeting space in Parksville on Vancouver Island's east coast. Small groups of 10 to 35 meet in the air-conditioned Truffle Barn on Canada's first truffle farm, established 1999. Farm break activities include guided orchard walks with Peter and truffle hunting demonstrations with Caesar the Lagotto Romagnolo. Truffle-infused refreshments and farm-to-table catering are available throughout the day.
A Change of Scenery Changes the Meeting
The same boardroom produces the same conversations. Taking a small group to a working truffle farm breaks that pattern. There is no conference room at The Truffle Farm. There is an air-conditioned barn surrounded by Garry Oak orchards where Black Périgord Truffles grow.
Small meetings work well here: strategy sessions, leadership off-sites, planning days, creative workshops. Groups of 10 to 35 are the right fit. The barn is intimate enough that every voice is heard, and the farm provides natural breaks that genuinely refresh the group rather than just pausing it.
Private Meetings in the Truffle Barn
The Truffle Barn is air conditioned and fully enclosed. It accommodates up to 60 guests inside, making it comfortable for small groups of 10 to 35 in a variety of meeting configurations. A roll-up barn door opens to the outdoor Truffle Plantation for breaks and informal sessions.
Events at The Truffle Farm are private by default. When a group books the barn, they have the space. Virginia coordinates the setup, the catering, and the schedule. Peter and Caesar are available for farm break activities between sessions.
- Air-conditioned, fully enclosed Truffle Barn
- Private venue. Your group books the space
- Best for groups of 10 to 35
- Roll-up barn door opens to the Truffle Plantation
- Virginia coordinates all logistics directly
Truffle-Infused Break Service
Coffee and tea stations open the morning. Break snacks feature truffle-infused items from the farm, the kind of refreshments your team will actually mention when they get back to the office. Lunch spreads and end-of-day dinners are available depending on your meeting format.
The farm handles catering in-house. Every meeting format is customized. Contact Virginia to discuss what your group needs.
- Coffee and tea stations for morning setup
- Truffle-infused snacks during breaks
- Farm-to-table lunch available
- Multi-course long table dinners with truffle-infused menus and BC wine pairings
Breaks That Actually Refresh
Walking the Truffle Plantation between sessions is a different kind of break. Peter leads the group through the Garry Oak and Hazelnut orchards. Caesar demonstrates how Black Périgord Truffles are found. The walk takes twenty minutes and changes the energy in the room more effectively than coffee.
Farm breaks are available as part of any full-day or half-day meeting at The Truffle Farm. They work particularly well for strategy days or planning sessions where the group needs fresh perspective between working blocks.
- Guided Truffle Plantation walks with Peter
- Truffle hunting demonstration with Caesar the Lagotto
- Farm grounds open during breaks
- Farm store browsing for team gifts
- Outdoor Truffle Plantation for informal sessions
10 to 35 people. Air-conditioned barn. Farm walks between sessions. Truffle-infused refreshments. A meeting worth taking off-site.
Planning Your Off-Site at The Truffle Farm
Every meeting at The Truffle Farm is planned with Virginia directly. Half-day formats, full-day programs, morning strategy sessions followed by a cooking class and long table dinner. The structure is yours to design.
Contact us to discuss your group size, date, session needs, and what you want your team to leave with.
Inquire About Your MeetingGroup Size & Venue Specs
The Truffle Barn seats up to 60 guests inside. Small meetings work best for 10 to 35 participants. The space is air conditioned and fully enclosed. A roll-up barn door connects the interior to the outdoor Truffle Plantation.
The Truffle Hut on the property sleeps 4 guests. Inquire for availability. Parksville hotels are within a short drive for larger groups needing off-site accommodation.
Meeting Space Gallery
The Truffle Farm Arrival
Morning Coffee Setup
Meeting Dining Setup
Afternoon Tea Service
Farm Kitchen
Meeting Snacks
End-of-Day Wine and Cheese
Post-Meeting Dinner
Frequently Asked Questions About Meeting Space at The Truffle Farm
The Truffle Barn accommodates up to 60 guests inside. Small meetings work best for groups of 10 to 35. The barn is air conditioned and fully enclosed, with a roll-up door that opens to the outdoor Truffle Plantation for breaks and informal sessions.
Coffee and tea stations are available throughout the day. Break snacks feature truffle-infused items from the farm. Lunch spreads and long table dinners can be arranged for groups wanting a full-day program with catering. Clients may also bring their own catering subject to farm approval.
The Truffle Farm is Canada's first truffle farm, established 1999. Small groups meet in an air-conditioned barn on Canada's first truffle farm. Farm breaks replace standard coffee breaks with guided orchard walks with Peter, truffle hunting demonstrations with Caesar the Lagotto Romagnolo. The setting genuinely changes the dynamic of a meeting.
Yes. A common format combines a half-day meeting in the Truffle Barn with a truffle cooking class or farm tour, then closes the day with a multi-course long table dinner featuring truffle-infused menus and BC wine pairings. Contact Virginia to build the right program for your group.
The Truffle Hut on the property sleeps 4 guests. Inquire for availability. It includes a queen bed, mountain view, rooftop dining deck, and gourmet kitchen. Parksville has hotels within a short drive for larger groups needing accommodation.
The Truffle Farm is at 420 Lowrys Road in Parksville, BC, 35 minutes north of Nanaimo on Highway 19. Victoria is 2.5 hours south. Vancouver teams reach Parksville via BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay, then 35 minutes north. The Nanaimo Airport (YCD) is 35 minutes south with direct flights from Vancouver and Calgary.
Other Ways to Use The Truffle Farm
Small meetings are one format. Explore what else your team can do here.
Book Your Off-Site Meeting at The Truffle Farm
Contact Virginia to discuss your group size, date, and what you want your team to get from the day.
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