Marywood is a Retreat and Conference Center operated 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. Conference rooms for groups from 10-180 attendees 60 motel-style rooms Bed and Breakfast Inn Self-contained camp with sleeping for 72 guests Executive chef and dining room Beautiful grounds and dock on the St. Johns River Large swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball court, picnic areas, and nature trails Chapel with seating up to 74 people. 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. 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.