University of Delaware – Virden Retreat Center
Event Types Welcomed
About
Planners looking to enhance meetings and events with the recreation options at the beach will be happy to know UD’s Virden Retreat Center in Lewes has it just right. The Virden Center is a self-contained campus nestled in the natural surroundings of a historic coastal town with access to everything from beaches to State Parks to brewery tours to kayaking – even tax-free outlet shopping. The atmosphere is easy and relaxed – perfect for multi-day retreats, workshops, small meetings, social events, and celebrations. Our personal event managers can help you strategize your objectives and handle all the details from start to finish.
The conference venue has six flexible meeting rooms, indoor/outdoor dining options, and open lawns for taking activities outside or adding a large tented space. Onsite lodges house 23 guest rooms overlooking the wetland preserve – each with a private entrance, private bath, and private screened-in porch. Conferencing on University of Delaware’s campuses offer comfort, convenience and confidence meeting today’s unique needs.
Close to other beach towns like Rehoboth, it’s easy to see why Unique Venues voted the Virden Center Retreat an LGBTQ friendly venue.
Meeting & Event Spaces
Accommodations
Overnight Room Attributes
Featured Amenities
Venue Location + Transportation
Address
1155 College Drive,
Lewes, Delaware 19958
Transportation
Nearby Airport
Nearby International Airport
Parking
Parking on Site: Yes
Car charging stations: No
Nearby Cities
Rehoboth Beach – 5 | Dover – 50 | Baltimore – 120 | DC – 120 | Philadelphia – 115
Things to Know
Catering
Must Use In-House Catering: Yes
External Catering Allowed: No
Can Bring In Own Food: No
Cultural Catering Available: Yes
Food And Beverage Onsite: Yes
Venue Policies
Alcohol Consumption: Yes
Smoking Permitted: No
Cannabis Industry-Friendly: No
Cannabis Consumption: No
Eco Friendly: Yes
ADA Accessible: Yes
Family Friendly: Yes
Pet Friendly: No
Technology
AV, WiFi, teleconferencing, virtual meeting coordination services
Guest Wi-Fi: Free
Onsite Tech Support: No
Wi-Fi In Meeting Space: Yes
- Projector Screen
- Microphones
- Sound System