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University of Delaware – Virden Retreat Center

Event Types Welcomed

Adult Social Events
Corporate Social Events
Family Reunions
Professional Meeting / Training / Conference / Retreats
Wedding Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Youth Parties
Youth Retreat/Camps

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.

Accommodations

  • Total Number of Overnight Guests: 46
  • Number of Overnight Rooms: 23
  • Wi-Fi in Guest Rooms: Yes
  • Wi-Fi Guest Room Cost : Free
Overnight Room Attributes
  • 24-hour check-in
  • Air-conditioned rooms available
  • Business Services
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron
  • Linens Provided
  • Kitchen Available
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Television
  • Towels
  • WiFi

Featured Amenities

Accessible Facilities
Air Conditioning
Business Center
Eco-Friendly
In-House Catering
Linens
Outdoor Space
Overnight Rooms
Paid Parking
Running Trails
Taxi
Theater Seating
WiFi

Venue Location + Transportation

Address

1155 College Drive,

Lewes, Delaware 19958

Transportation

Taxi
Lyft
Uber

Nearby Airport

Delaware Coastal Airport - 30 minutes

Nearby International Airport

BWI, Philadelphia - 90 minutes

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

Equipment Available On-Site:
  • Projector Screen
  • Microphones
  • Sound System