Celebrate Life’s Milestones at
Maryville Retreat Center

From First Communions and baptism celebrations to family reunions, showers, and milestone anniversaries, Maryville Retreat Center gives your family a welcoming place to gather. Our campus offers three meeting spaces, spread along the shore of Lake Elliott in Holly, Michigan, within easy reach of Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Flint.

Come together for the day or stay overnight with room to celebrate indoors and out, meals shared around one table, and quiet natural surroundings that set the occasion apart.

Celebrations We Host

Maryville is a fitting home for both sacramental and family celebrations, including:

First Communion, baptism, and Confirmation celebrations: sacramental celebrations in a faith-centered setting, with our chapel available for prayer and liturgy.
Family reunions: spacious indoor and outdoor settings where every generation can reconnect.
Bridal and baby showers: comfortable spaces for celebrating with the people closest to you.
Anniversaries and milestone birthdays: room to gather, share a meal, and mark the moments that matter.
Graduations and other family gatherings: flexible space for the celebrations that bring everyone together.

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Facilities and Amenities For Your Event

Our facilities are designed to cater to a variety of needs:

Lodging

Every celebration at Maryville has room to spread out across our lakeside campus. Reserve gathering spaces, add overnight lodging, and share meals prepared for your group.

Indoor meeting and gathering spaces for groups large and small.
Overnight lodging so out-of-town family can stay on site.
Community-style dining with menus built around your group, including vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options.
Recreation on the grounds, from the beach and lakefront trail to volleyball, disc golf, and kayaking.
A chapel for prayer and sacramental moments, plus patios, a gazebo, and a firepit for gathering outdoors.

Why Choose Maryville Retreat Center?

Scenic Beauty:

240 acres of woods and lakefront along Lake Elliott give your celebration a calm, natural setting you won’t find at a banquet hall.

Hospitality:

Our team helps with the details so your family can focus on being together. Maryville is a ministry of the Felician Sisters, and guests of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome.

Convenience:

Easy to reach from Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Flint, yet far enough from the city to feel like a true retreat.

Plan Your Celebration

Celebration packages are built around your plans, from a single day to an overnight stay with meals and full or partial use of the campus. The best way to picture your event here is to walk the grounds in person.

Email Info@MaryvilleRetreatCenter.org or call 248-634-5566 to schedule a tour, or book your date online. Questions first? See our FAQs or contact us.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Maryville host a celebration after a ceremony?

Yes. Our indoor and outdoor spaces are perfect for the celebrations following baptisms, First Communions, and more.

Do you offer overnight lodging for out-of-town guests?

Yes. On-site lodging lets traveling family stay through the weekend. Ask about overnight packages when you reach out.

Can you accommodate dietary needs?

Yes. Meals are prepared for your group, with vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, and vegan options available when we know in advance.

Monica

Relaxing, wonderful way to get away from it all. Love the nature, lake, trees, and seeing wildlife. A walking trail around the lake is easy to navigate. Rooms and entire retreat very clean and team are engaging and inviting. Retreat accommodates various diets including vegan.

Amy Strzalkowski

This was my first visit to the retreat center, it won’t be my last. The care they provide was a true blessing. I attended for the encountering God through Art retreat. It was truly an amazing experience. Aside from the art experience the grounds were beautiful and provided space for relaxation and connection with nature. The food was delicious, I appreciated the freshness. Truly thank you for making sure all our needs are met so we can leave the hustle and bustle of life and reconnect with ourselves and God for us believers. Even if you aren’t Catholic/christian this is an amazing place to relax and reset. I highly recommend it!

Farris Alamat

Sr Jane and Sr Judy were phenomenal directors of the Encountering God through art retreat. We did so much Scripture but we were invited to let the Holy Spirit move us and then we created what we were inspired to create. We created through 5 mediums and we shared our inspiration for whatever pieces we wanted to talk about. Moving and spiritual and I felt the Spirit throughout. I met some wonderful people and the all the staff were kind and helpful. Sr Anna was so inviting when I arrived and made me feel welcomed. Fr Ron gave us a great homily about trusting in God when we don’t feel like we can do it on our own. And Nick was really supportive. And finally I want to thank Sr Judy for her spiritual direction. Thank you all and God bless you!!!

Tammy F

Maryville Retreat Center is so nice. I really enjoyed my weekend here. Beautifully landscaped, lovely lake, nice rooms with private bathroom and wonderful meals. Hope to be back with our group next year.

hether jonna

I love this place - it is beautiful, cared for with love, and the hospitality is amazing. Highly recommend!

Patricia Hill

I spent a peaceful day retreat at this beautiful center. Even though I was only there for an 8 hour day, I had my own room with a desk, bed, chair with footrest and a private bathroom. The staff is friendly and helpful, the views are amazing, and the trails well maintained. I plan to return and highly recommend.

Jolie Whiteman

We just had 100 guests for my mom's 90th birthday celebration. The entire staff was so helpful and supportive throughout the afternoon and the food was delicious!! Our guests couldn't stop talking about how peaceful it is there - beautiful grounds.

brian granader

The new management here is wonderful! Very professional and always kind and helpful. The buildings have been updated and are clean and fresh! I look forward to hosting more retreats in the future.

Monica Levin

I recently had the opportunity to both lead and attend an Inner Guidance Retreat at Maryville Retreat Center, and the experience was truly supportive on every level. The property itself is beautiful, with a peaceful 1.5-mile path around the lake that is ideal for walking meditation. Along the way, there are thoughtful spots to pause, sit, and reflect, which added so much depth to the experience. The accommodations were clean, private, and quiet, making it easy to rest and integrate the work we were doing. The common area in St. Felix Lodge was perfect for our Inner Guidance Communication sessions, as well as art projects, yoga, and simply enjoying time together. I especially appreciated how accommodating they were with food, ensuring my specific dietary needs were met with care. The staff was consistently friendly and helpful, creating a welcoming and supportive environment throughout our stay. Having our own private fire pit in the evenings was a wonderful touch, offering a relaxed space to unwind and connect at the end of each day. Overall, Maryville Retreat Center provides a beautiful, nurturing setting that supports both personal reflection and group connection. Our group has already scheduled or next retreat!