Marywood is a Retreat and Conference Center ownded by the Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine. The primary mission of Marywood is to serve the people and parishes of the Diocese of St. Augustine by providing facilities, resources and programs that aid the process of spiritual renewal and faith development. Marywood is available to the wider interfaith community as well as non-profit and commercial groups.
Marywood Retreat and Conference Center rests on the St. Johns River just minutes from Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Its 100 acres of beautiful tranquility is accented with towering live oak trees and gardens making it a perfect environment for any type of gathering. Marywood offers unique conference facilities and accommodations to meet any event or personal needs.
- Various conference rooms for groups between 10 and 200
attendees - 59 newly renovated hotel – style rooms
- Self-contained camp with sleeping for 72 guests
- Executive chef and dining room
- Beautiful grounds and dock on the St. Johns River
- Picnic areas, basketball court and walking trails
- Chapel with seating up to 90 guests
Marywood Retreat and Conference Center hosts and sponsors numerous programs and events. Throughout the year, groups from all faiths come to Marywood as well as many non – profit and commercial groups for meetings, training and planning events. Social groups of all kinds including weddings, baby showers, engagement parties and more come to the property to celebrate important and joyful events. Marywood is not just for groups. Many individuals also come to Marywood — sometimes just for a few hours to enjoy the peaceful surroundings or at other times, for a few days as a private retreatant.
Marywood can provide whatever it is you need in the way of facilities and resources for the individual or that special small or large group function that you are planning. Why not consider Marywood for your next retreat or conference event? Our dedicated staff is eager to share Marywood with everyone. Please call or stop by to let us know how we can help you.