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Matt Achorn CS, CHS
Matt Achorn CS, CHS
Director of Sales

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Marywood Retreat & Conference Center is nestled along the banks of the St. Johns River in the historic Fruit Cove area of St. Johns. This picturesque venue features views of stunning sunsets and Spanish moss laden trees, vibrant onsite catering and bar services and an event team dedicated to ensuring a flawless event for you and your guests.

Facilities and Capacity

Set on the lush, tranquil riverfront banks of the St. Johns River, Marywood Retreat & Conference Center offers a stunning backdrop for your once in a lifetime occasion. The venue provides both indoor and outdoor reception options to host a beautiful ceremony and reception, accommodating upwards of 180 guests.

Services Offered

Marywood Retreat & Conference Center offers many services to ensure a seamless and stress-free wedding experience. The venue is also available to host engagement parties, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners. The wedding-related services the property provides includes:

  • Accommodations
  • Bridal suite
  • Cleanup
  • Event planning
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering
  • Outside specialty vendors
  • Setup
  • Wireless internet
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens

Cuisine

Marywood Retreat & Conference Center provides the convenience of in-house catering, as well as supplying all needed barware, china, flatware, glassware and linens. The wedding catering services offered includes:

  • Buffet
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert
  • Family style
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Outside cake
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings

Other Services

In addition to catering, Marywood Retreat & Conference Center also offers in-house bar services for your special day. The wedding bar services they provide include:

  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne toast
  • House beer
  • House liquor
  • House wine
  • Open bar
  • Premium liquor
  • Signature drink
  • Specialty beer
  • Specialty wine

Location

Marywood Retreat & Conference Center is just minutes from the greater Jacksonville and St. Augustine areas.

Pricing information

Reception
$14,000 starting price
Ceremony
$900 starting price

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$14,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$900

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel
Religious
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

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Reviews of Marywood Retreat & Conference Center

Weddingwire
5.0/5 13 reviews
Google
4.9/5 64 reviews
Julia
Julia Sent on 01/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent and the most beautiful place

The food was delicious, the service was excellent, the venue itself is in the most beautiful spot. A lot of nature, trees, water, just gorgeous. Plus they have villas for guest to stay for the weekend… it was perfect for our wedding, we enjoyed our wedding here.
Aisling
Aisling Sent on 02/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Timeless Wedding on a Budget

What I loved about Marywood was that I was able to have my dream wedding and not go over budget. For the incredible price, we had the best team who truly made our wedding the best day ever. Their food is the best and we had so many guests ask us who catered the wedding. They were shocked to hear that the Marywood not only housed our reception and provided the food! The villas they allow you to rent are exquisite and perfect for guests who are not local. Lastly, the bridal suite was exquisite and the perfect area to get ready in.
Miryam
Miryam Sent on 10/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

This was the best of our lives so far! :)

Thank you a million times over for the best experience! The event coordinator, Ansley, is the absolute best & we had our dream outdoor wedding with zero stress! We love Marywood! :)
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Matt Achorn CS, CHS
Matt Achorn CS, CHS
Director of Sales

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