Campus Facilities & Amenities
Overnight Lodging
A variety of accommodation styles provide options for a range of preferences & budgets. All retreat lodging has free access to Wi-Fi.
Lodge 1-3 Guest Rooms
Enjoy panoramic views of the fruit tree orchard from these 36 rooms. Each has 2 queen beds, a loveseat which opens to a single bed, and ensuite bathroom. Nearby lounges offer space to relax alone or as a group with sofas, minifridges, a microwave, and large flatscreen TV.
Lodge 4 Dormitory Suite
Common lounge space connects a series of bedrooms with a mix of twin and bunk beds. Bathrooms are accessible for each bedroom (some ensuite and some shared). Each floor is reserved separately. The top Level sleeps up to 24 guests in 5 bedrooms (6 bathrooms) while the bottom sleeps up to 36 guests in 7 bedrooms (6 bathrooms); 60 beds total.
Lodge 5 Boutique Hotel Rooms
With views of either native perennials or a hiking trail, our Leed Silver building has 25 executive-style, sustainably designed rooms. Each has 1 queen bed, a writing desk, mini fridge, and ensuite bathroom. Most rooms are also equipped with an armchair that can fold out to a sleeper.
Bunkhouse Camping
Nestled in the forest, 3-season bunk houses are the perfect place to connect with nature. Each bunkhouse has two sides with an interior pocket door between. Each bunk house accommodates approximately 16 guests in twin and bunk beds. A beautiful bathhouse with individual restrooms and showers is just steps away.
Fidler’s Grove Log Cabins
Log Cabins sleep 7 to 9 guests in single beds or bunk beds, and one bathroom per cabin. Functional and convenient kitchenettes offer the option to bring your own food.
Woodleaf Vacation Home
Our vacation home is adjacent to our campus, and features seven bedrooms, eat-in kitchen, family room, formal dining room, and board room. This can be booked as overflow housing for large retreats or as a private space for small gatherings. More Information.
Retreat & Conference Meeting Space
Our largest meeting space can accommodate up to 200 people theater style, while our breakout spaces allow connections for 10+ participants.
The main retreat center has meeting space on three floors, all accessed by elevator and stairs, with dining spaces on the main level. All rooms have natural light and offer flexible layouts. The adjacent newly constructed Lodge 5 building has two additional meeting spaces.
Meeting Space Highlights
- All spaces can be configured for maximum productivity and comfort with our vast inventory of chairs, tables, AV equipment, yoga mats, meditation cushions and various office supplies.
- All rooms and common areas are handicap-accessible with free access to WiFi.
- A welcoming Main Lobby is a versatile space for event registration and informal breakout sessions. A complimentary self-service beverage station offers an assortment of coffees & teas.
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Dining & Catering
Dining at Pearlstone features Certified Organic produce from our farm, prepared with the loving care of our talented culinary team. Whether it’s a bountiful buffet or an elegant plated service, your dining experience will leave you satiated and inspired.
Food Service Highlights:
- Delicious, healthy, diverse options including omnivore, vegetarian, vegan
- Pure, flavorful, seasonal, and nutrient-dense certified organic produce grown onsite
- Food-allergy friendly! We can accommodate dietary restrictions and nutritional preferences
- Standard buffet service, and options for private dining and plated meals
- Certified kosher! In partnership with the Orthodox Union (OU)
- Self-Service beverage bar featuring locally-owned, fair-trade organically grown coffee, hot tea, and filtered water
- Customized menus for banquets, weddings and other special occasions
Retreat Center Features
Fitness Room: recently renovated with free weights and cardio machines. Enjoy the views of the pasture, or pass the time with a large flat-screen TV.
Prayer Spaces: any room on our campus can be set up as a Prayer Space or for Religious Services; Jewish groups can request to use our Torah and a selection of siddurim and chumashim.
Games: Staying inside? We offer an assortment of crafts, puzzles & board games to use during your stay, or enjoy a game of Foosball or Ping Pong.
Playroom: groups may request to use one of their allotted breakout spaces to keep the youngest guests entertained with an assortment of Pearlstone’s toys and books.
Campfires: Perfect for evening singing, or just enjoy s’mores
Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the front porch and back deck or explore the farm and grounds. An outdoor patio is available for programming (and can be covered by a tent for a fee).
Amenities & Activities
Hiking Trails: Our 3 mile loop trail surrounds the campus. Explore the forest and visit our newly restored stream bed.
Sports Facilities: Enjoy plenty of open space as well as fields for softball & soccer, and basketball & volleyball courts.
*Farm and Educational Tours: Staff-led tours of our farms, animal pastures, forest trails, or stream beds for all ages. Guests are welcome to tour the grounds on their own at any time.
*Outdoor Swimming Pools: Take a dip in three swimming pools (one with a water slide!) which offer slightly different swimming experiences depending on your preference. Certified lifeguards are required at all times so pool use must be booked in advance. Limited hours and seasonal use only.
*Zip Lines: Fly over the lake on our zip line (or just down the hill for smaller children). Certified instructors are required at all times so this must be booked in advance.
*High Ropes Adventure Course: Reach new heights across 3 stories, 24 bridges and a 30-foot quick jump for a fun and thrilling challenge. Certified ropes instructors are required at all times so this must be booked in advance.
*Greenwald Amphitheater and Myerberg Stage: A flexible outdoor performance space with grass basin with seating for up to 1000 people. This stunning lakeside venue is a perfect setting for live performances and celebrations.
*Additional fees apply to add these activities to your retreat
Campus Map
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Transportation
Pearlstone is located at 5425 Mt. Gilead Rd., Reisterstown, MD 21136
Approximate travel time by car from:
- Baltimore Washington Airport (BWI) – 40 minutes
- Baltimore Penn Station – 35 minutes
- Reagan National Airport – 85 minutes
- Baltimore City – 30 minutes
- Washington, DC – 75 minutes
- Philadelphia – 2 hours 15 minutes
We have ample parking on site, including a few EV charging stations.
There is no public transportation to the retreat center, although we can suggest companies that we have worked with in the past to shuttle your guests.
Virtual Tour
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