A vibrant spiritual home where prayer, peace, and a warm welcome await you

Welcome to Walker House—a serene retreat and hospitality space in Garden City, NY, just one block from the Cathedral Close. We warmly invite individuals and groups seeking peace and spiritual communion to come and stay with us.

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The front door to Walker House is open allowing sunshine to stream in to the well appointed foyer

Celebrating 100 years since its construction in 1924, Walker House was home to three generations of the Betz family. Now, under the stewardship of the Diocese of Long Island, it continues a family tradition of hospitality—welcoming guests from near and far.

The Cathedral Close—A 22 acre sanctuary of open greenspace in the heart of Long Island’s Garden City.

The Cathedral of the Incarnation can be found one block north of Third Street. On the Close you will find the Cathedral itself along with The Office of the Bishop, The Mercer School of Theology, and See House—the historic residence of the bishops of Long Island. The Close is a beautiful space worth exploring. Verger guided tours of the Cathedral are available upon request.

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A carved wooden sign welcomes people to the city of Garden City, Long Island, NY

Set in the heart of Long Island in Garden City, New York.

Our tranquil home is walking distance to the Long Island Railroad and beautiful downtown Garden City. Seventh Street, known locally as “Restaurant Row,” boasts eateries, coffee shops, boutique grocery stores and fine restaurants within a 10-15 minute walk from Walker House.

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Our Mission

At Walker House, our mission is to offer a vibrant spiritual sanctuary where individuals and groups can find peace, prayer, and a warm welcome. Rooted in a century of history, we provide serene spaces for reflection and renewal, fostering spiritual communion in the heart of Long Island.

Meditation and Prayer Garden

The Bishop Walker Meditation & Prayer garden is a sacred space that offers a place for quiet reflection.

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Testimonials

Thank you for your spirit, care and generous hospitality. To a person, we experienced our days with you at the Walker House as graced and wonderful

The gift of your hospitality at the Walker House this past week was amazing. The 6 of us from across TEC found your home to be ideal gathering place for us.

What can I say about our days with you? Stupendous, relaxing, every-need-met, sacred space… that’s just the start. Thank you for shepherding us through those days together. You and the Walker House made it an enriching place. Really, quite wonderful.

The sacredness and peace of this place can only be matched by the serenity of Codrington College BUT the hospitality surpasses all others Thank you.

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The House lends itself well to retreats for all faiths, either personal or small groups

Walker House offers a variety of inviting spaces for small groups to gather and connect. From the grand entrance hall, dining room and living room to the DeMille library, west patio and tranquil prayer garden—we offer many distinct settings for your group or individual retreat. Walker House is able to accommodate intimate breakfast, lunch or dinner meetings.

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