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House & Grounds

A Historic Home, Carefully Preserved

Built in 1915, Kirby Episcopal House has been lovingly preserved to reflect the way it looked when the Kirby family lived here.

About the Kirby Episcopal House

Throughout the first floor you’ll find original—or painstakingly recreated—furnishings, wall coverings, and draperies, offering a glimpse into the home’s early 20th-century character.
On the second floor, three bedrooms have been kept as close to their original condition as possible, allowing guests to experience the house much as the family and their visitors once did. The result is a retreat setting that feels both historic and warmly lived-in, rather than like a generic conference facility.
Fancy chairs with flowery upholstery
A table surrounded by chairs in a decorated lounge
Chairs and window curtains with flower patterns
Green chairs with an ornate lamp, portrait, and large window behind
Fireplace with a metal grate covering
A writing desk in a room with flower-inspired wallpaper
An ornate clock embedded in a wooden carving
Decorative baskets placed on a table in front of a window
A covered porch with outdoor seating next to flowering bushes
A water fountain surrounded with red flowers in the garden
Green grass garden with maintained flower bushes and some trees
Exterior of Kirby Episcopal House featuring rustic stonework and a staircase
Exterior porch of Kirby Episcopal House
Stone lined walkway out to the gardens
A sundial using shadows and engravings to tell the time

Porches, Fountain, and Terrace Gardens

Wide, welcoming porches run along the front of the home, overlooking a fountain and the terrace gardens below. Lined with Adirondack-style furniture, this area quickly becomes a favorite gathering place for guests. These porches are ideal for:
  • Quiet reading and reflection during retreat free time
  • Casual conversations in the evenings or between sessions
  • Small breakout discussions or one-on-one meetings in the fresh air
Whether you’re watching the light change over the gardens or simply enjoying a cool breeze, the porches offer an easy way to step away without leaving the heart of the house.
Exterior of Kirby Episcopal House with flower-lined pathways
A walkway in the gardens near trees
Manicured trees in the Kirby Episcopal House gardens
Stone lined walkway out to the gardens
Red flowers in a neat border around a grassy area
Grass walkway with stairs leading up and around
Beautiful flower beds outside the Kirby Episcopal House
Red and Yellow flowers near a stone walkway
Neatly manicured flower gardens and walkways
Outdoor area under the shade of tall trees
Outdoor pathway with lots of trees providing shade
Exterior of Kirby Episcopal House with a long roadway leading to the carriage garage

Gardens and Walking Paths

Guests are encouraged to wander the gravel paths that wind through the gardens surrounding Kirby Episcopal House. During the summer months, thousands of flowers bring the grounds to life with color and fragrance. The gardens provide:
  • Peaceful spots for personal prayer or journaling
  • Gentle walking routes between sessions
  • Natural backdrops for group photos or informal conversations
It’s a setting designed to support both quiet solitude and shared moments of connection.

The Japanese Garden

On the lower portion of the property, you’ll find one of Kirby Episcopal House’s most distinctive features: the Japanese garden.
Originally a formal garden, this area was transformed in 1925 into a Japanese-inspired landscape. Today it includes:
  • Small tea houses
  • A dry waterway
  • Statuary
  • A lily pond
This tranquil corner of the property invites you to slow down, notice details, and breathe deeply. Many guests find the Japanese garden especially well suited to meditation, personal reflection, or gentle conversation with a trusted friend.

Pool, Bath House, and Game Field

During the warmer months, retreat and day groups are welcome to use the swimming pool and adjacent bath house as part of their planned activities. The pool area offers a refreshing break between sessions and a relaxed setting for fellowship.
Within the same enclosure, guests will find a game field that includes:
  • A full-sized shuffleboard court
  • A bocce court
  • Horseshoe pits
  • Open space for other outdoor games
These amenities make it easy to weave play, movement, and informal time together into the rhythm of your retreat or gathering, balancing more structured sessions with moments of light-hearted fun.

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