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Accommodations at St. Margaret's in Duxbury
Bertram Conference Center
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Bertram Conference Center is an
all year round, fully equipped Conference Center located on Harden Hill
Road in South Duxbury. There is ample, off street parking right next to
the conference center. It is a short walk down Harden Hill Road to Duxbury
Bay and our private beach. Visitors who are staying in Bertram, the Farmhouse,
and the Boathouse are welcome to use the beach! Behind Bertram, the ground
slopes down to a marsh where there are many birds and wild flowers. There are
several acres to walk through, with beautiful landscaping, the smell of the fresh
salt air, a multitude of creatures to watch, including squirrels, birds and an
entire flock of wild turkeys! The Center seems remote from civilization, but it
is also a short walk to Hall's Corner, and a short drive to either Duxbury or
Kingston, which have everything you might need. It is like having the best of
both worlds!
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Daytime Groups
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Groups may use Bertram Conference Center for day use only OR for overnight stays ranging from
one night to several weeks. There is a small group meeting space directly
in front of you as you come in the front door that is very comfortable
for 6 people. There is a fireplace and many bookcases, a coat rack,
and track lighting. To both the left and to the right of this, there are
very large meeting rooms that easily accomodates 50 - 75 people. Both could
be used for meetings or one could be the dining area and one could be the meeting
ares. There is also another small living room type area that could be used as a
break out space for small groups. There is an easel available for your use,
but we do not provide newsprint pads or markers. You would need to bring your own.
There is an extensive library of books on all sorts of spiritual topics that
may be used while you are visiting Bertram. In warm weather, there are two large
porches, equipped with comfortable outdoor chairs, which can be used for meeting
or relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. Visitors who are staying in Bertram
are welcome to use the private beach at the end of Harden Hill Road.
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Bertram Conference Center has ten
bedrooms, with either single or bunk beds. Up to twenty people can be accomodated,
if guests are willing to share rooms. All towels, pillows, linens and bedding materials
are provided. There are laundry facilities in the basement. The overnight
accomodations are ideal for youth groups of all ages as well as adults. Bertram is,
however, not completely handicapped accessible as yet. Please inquire with the
Reservations Desk if you have a particular need in regards to accessibility.
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Groups are responsible for their own
meals. They may bring their own prepared food with them, or they may use the fully
equipped kitchen to prepare their own meals in our recently renovated kitchen.
It has new cabinets and a full range of new appliances: dishwasher, microwave oven,
conventional oven, coffee maker, etc. There is a "Foodies" grocery store very nearby
in Hall's Corner, and a Hannaford's Supermarket and a Super Stop and Shop (a short
drive away), where groceries can be purchased. For those who do not want to bring
or to cook their own meals, catering is available by Duxbury Deli in Hall's Corner.
This needs to be arranged with them in advance. There are also several very good
local restaurants very nearby, including Duxbury Pizza and Tsang's Chinese Food.
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Cost and Availability
Please call or email the Reservation Desk at the Boston Convent
for the most current rate information and availability:
(617)445-8961 x127
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The Boathouse
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The Boat House at St. Margaret's Convent in
South Duxbury is a unique place for vacation, retreat or rest time. The building is
set in a grove of small oak trees and is probably the oldest building on the grounds.
It was originally constructed as a place to manufacture and launch small boats, so the
large barn doors are a right at the edge of our private beach leading to the bay. In the 1930's
it was done over as an overnight camp for children. Now the building has been
renovated once again for small families or individuals who are looking for a place
to take summer vacation or just to get away from it all for a time. Rentals can be for
a few days to several weeks. There is a small kitchen that can be used to prepare meals.
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Living and Dining Areas
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There are three small bedrooms with a twin bed
in each and two complete bathrooms with stand up showers, not tubs. All towels,
pillows, linens and bedding materials are provided. If there is need for more beds
there is a futon in the large living room which sleeps two. The bedrooms have small
heaters, so that the building is comfortable from May through October. The living
room has a large fireplace that is a pleasure on cool evenings and rainy days.
There are no laundry facilities. The Boathouse is closed throughout the winter months.
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Cost and Availability
Please call or email the Reservation Desk at the Boston Convent
for the most current rate information and availability. As of October, 2008, the ONLY times left to rent the boathouse in the summer of 2009 are June 16-24, and from August 21- the first week of October!! Call NOW if you want any of those times, as they will be gone very quickly! Contact us now to rent for the summer of 2010! Email:Reservations Desk |
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The Farmhouse is available all year
round, for a few days to several months at a time. This building is a
pre-Revolutionary War farmhouse that has been carefully renovated. While keeping
its feel of age and history, it has been completely modernized. The Farmhouse is
perfect for small meetings and groups, for families wanting a comfortable, homey
place to stay by the shore, or business travelers who need to come to Duxbury
on business. Visitors who are staying at the Farmhouse are welcome to use the
private beach at the end of Harden Hill Road. The Farmhouse is not handicapped
accessible, as there is no elevator.
The Farmhouse has five bedrooms. There is a master suite with a double bed and walk in closet, plus four smaller bedrooms with twin beds. All towels, pillows, linens and bedding materials are provided. There are two full baths with tubs, a full bath with a stand up shower, a living room with TV and DVD player, another room that could be for prayer or meetings, a dining room and a fully furnished kitchen with all new appliances. A brand new washer and dryer are also there for your use. |
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Cost and Availability
Please call or email the Reservation Desk at the Boston Convent
for the most current rate information and availability: Email:Reservations Desk |
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The Grounds at St. Margaret's, Duxbury
There are several acres of wooded paths
to walk and lots of trees and grass, along with our own private beach!
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Cost and Availability
Please call or email the Reservation Desk at the Boston Convent for the most current rate information and availability: Email:Reservations Desk |
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Directions
Take Rt. 3 South toward Cape Cod from Southeast Expressway or from 128/93 South.
Take Exit #10. Turn left onto Rte 3A (north) approximately one mile to the
blinking light. Turn right at the light. Follow sign to South Duxbury (about a
mile from blinking light.) Go around the flagpole in the center of the road
and take Washington Street. This is the street with the Exxon station on the
left and the liquor store on the right. The next turn ( after approximately one
city block) is Harden Hill Road.
The parking lot for Bertram Conference Center is on your right and is clearly marked. Bertram Conference Center is right next to the parking lot. Across the street is the Duxbury Town Green, a large field with lush plantings, a flagpole and a memorial with benches. The first building on your left is the Chapel of the Sisters of St. Margaret. Right after the Chapel is the driveway for the Farmhouse, which sits behind the Chapel. The next building on your right, which is not currently in use, is the old camp dining hall. The next building on your right is St. Marina's, which is used only by the Sisters of St. Margaret. The Boathouse is the building closest to the water. You may park on the side of the street in front of the gate to unload your things. Then, please move your car(s) to the Boathouse parking area, which is next to the old camp dining hall and is clearly marked with a sign.
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