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Features of our “at the Woods” facility

Located in Maria Stein, OH

Whether you’re seeking solitude, personal growth, or a space to bond with others, we offer a unique sanctuary where you can pray, reflect, and discover God’s peace. Maria Stein sits on 87 acres featuring walking paths, a Respect Life memorial, a Rosary walk, and outdoor Stations of the Cross. The Prayer Island and pond features a 40’ tall cross perfect for day or nighttime prayer services. There are numerous indoor and outdoor recreation areas, seating areas, and outdoor fire pits.

Guest Rooms

60 Private rooms
13 Semi-private and Jack & Jill rooms
40 Dorm beds in three separate rooms

Meeting rooms

4 large conference rooms
9 breakout rooms
WiFi and Smart TVs in the conference rooms

Facility features

  • Originally opened in 1961, rededicated in 2000
  • The entire facility is air-conditioned
  • Sits on 87 wooded acres
  • Chapel with all supplies needed for a Catholic Mass or Adoration
  • Kitchen and dining room – all meals provided
  • Reconciliation Chapel for Confessions or Spiritual Direction
  • Beautiful outdoor areas with seating at different points along the paths

2365 St John’s Road, Maria Stein, OH 45860

Upper Level

  • 33,070 Square feet on the upper level
  • Elevator access to both levels
  • 65 guest rooms with private baths
  • 6 Jack and Jill guest rooms (2 rooms share a bath)
  • 1 large conference room with a fireplace
  • Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Large chapel
  • Gift shop

Lower Level

  • 29,760 Square feet on the lower level
  • 40 Dorm beds and showers in three rooms
  • A large, flexible-use Multi-Purpose room
  • 3 Large meeting rooms
  • 9 Small meeting rooms for breakout sessions
  • Montini Hall – Recreation Room
  • Large dining room
  • Intimate Scripture Chapel

Chapel

  • Seating for 100
  • Blessed Sacrament always reserved in the tabernacle
  • Seasonal Missalettes (World Library Press)
  • ‘We Celebrate’ and ‘Gather’ hymnals are available
  • Catholic Mass supplies are available
  • Reconciliation space for confessions
  • Keyboard and Sound system

Guest Rooms

  • 60 Private rooms with private bath/shower
  • 5 Semi-private rooms that share 2 hallway bathrooms/showers
  • 8 Jack & Jill rooms – 2 rooms share 1 bath/shower
  • All towels and linens are provided
  • Shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner are provided

Dorm Rooms

  • 40 beds in three separate rooms:
    • Dorm A: 9 beds
    • Dorm B: 11 beds
    • Dorm C: 20 beds
  • 8 showers and bathrooms in 3 separate areas for privacy
  • All bed linens are provided. Guests must provide their own towels
  • Shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner are provided

Outdoor Places for Reflection

  • Prayer House in the woods
  • Seating throughout the grounds, around the pond, and on Cross Island
  • Stations of the Cross Walk
  • Mystery of the Rosary Walk
  • Respect Life Memorial
  • Labyrinth

Special Features

Photo Album at the Woods