About the Retreat house

The SJVUM Retreat and Conference Centre offers a serene and sacred space for retreats, gatherings, and events that call for quiet reflection and spiritual renewal; alongside comprehensive conference facilities designed to accommodate professional meetings and workshops.

Whether you’re planning a personal retreat, organizing a group gathering, or hosting an event that requires an inspiring and tranquil atmosphere, you’ll find the ideal setting here.

Our peaceful accommodations provide a welcome escape from the noise and distractions of daily life—offering comfort, quiet, and space to reflect.

At SJVUM Retreat and Conference Centre, you’ll find more than a meeting space—you’ll discover a place of peace, purpose, and possibility, perfect for retreats, workshops, and gatherings that matter.”

At the entrance to the Seminary lie beautifully landscaped grounds, centered around a majestic Delonix regia (Flamboyant) tree.

From this vantage point, guests are treated to sweeping views of the plains, reaching as far as Trinidad’s Central Range.

Strategically placed benches invite moments of rest and quiet wonder—an opportunity to sit, take in the serene beauty, and reflect on the gift of creation.

Nature lovers and hikers are welcome to explore the trails originating at St. Benet’s Hall, just beyond the Mt. St. Benedict Abbey church.

There are two trails, one is a shorter but steep climb, through the ‘Pines’ where hikers can enjoy a cooling breeze, to the top of the ridge marked by a proudly planted Trinidad and Tobago flag. This trail can take about 45 minutes.

The other is longer but gentler, more of a nature walk, under shade of the ‘Pines’. On this trail the hiker will find a small stream and a grotto to the Blessed Virgin Mary and take approximately 90 minutes to reach the flag.

The more adventurous can continue beyond the flag where one will find the ruins of the original Benedictine monastery and enjoy sweeping views of the Maracas valley.