Located near Barnegat Bay and close to the New Jersey coast, 90 minutes’ drive south of New York City and about the same distance east of Philadelphia, Murray Grove Retreat and Conference Center occupies twenty lovely partially-wooded acres. Adjoining it is a 200-acre wildlife preserve with nature trails leading through woods to the wetlands on Barnegat Bay, encompassing several ecosystems. We’re open all year.
We welcome your youth group, non-traditional wedding, or family reunion!
Faith
Interfaith:
Unitarian Universalist
Open to All:
Open to All
Mission/Lineage: The Murray Grove Association exists as a living memorial to the life and the Universalist faith of John Murray and Thomas Potter, not only for the benefit of Unitarian Universalists, but also for our friends and neighbors who seek to give to the world hope and courage.
Average Cost: $$
Environment: Woods
Gay Friendly: Yes!
Restrictions: No Smoking
Language: English
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
50
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
70
Meeting Rooms:
| Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
| Fireside Room | 1150 | 50 | Filled with futons for get-togethers and meetings, with a large fireplace, store and reception area |
| Dining Room | 1150 | 50 | Perfect for both meetings and meals, with comfortable seating for up to 50 |
| Screen House | 650 | 30 | For outdoor meeting and dining in indoor comfort three seasons of the year |
| Cone House | 850 | 30 | Affords further meeting space for smaller groups |
Groups Served: 12 Step / Addiction / Recovery, Arts / Crafts, Business, Church / Faith / Religious, Dance / Theater, Educational, Families, Health / Healing, Lesbian / Gay, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Music, Nature / Adventure, Non-profit, Peace / Justice, Personal Development Groups, Reunions, Silent, Weddings, Womens Groups, Writing, Yoga Groups, Youth Groups
Amenities: Basketball Court, Chapel / Temple, Fire Pit / Circle, Labyrinth, On-line / Internet Access, Swimming Pool / Lake, Walking/ Hiking Trails
Room Types: B&B
Children OK: Yes!
Meal Availability: Kitchen - Shared
Location of this Retreat:
P.O. Box 246
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
United States
Travel Info: Located near Barnegat Bay and close to the New Jersey coast, 90 minutes’ drive south of New York City and about the same distance east of Philadelphia.
Please see our website for detailed directions.