Free onsite parking, Free street parking, Nearby parking lot
Church-like historic home with great room cathedral ceilings and stage - near picturesque Gwynn Falls
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50 people - •
3 hr min - •
2002 sq ft
"Beautiful space with an accommodating, kind host!" Morgan D.
"This place is amazing for parties!" Tom D.
"From the moment I saw images of "Opré Glasso" - I thought that this could likely be the..." Michelle L.
$
125/hr
3 hr min
8+ hour discount
10% off
- Jo typically responds within 4 hrs
Cancel for free within 24 hours
COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
To help limit the spread of the coronavirus, Peerspace has provided guidelines for hosts so guests can book with peace of mind. Learn More
All hosts are required to do the following prior to each booking:
- Sweep, mop, vacuum and clean the space.
- Supply a hand washing station with soap, warm water, and paper towels or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Clean common areas allowing guest access including bathrooms, kitchens, and entrances.
- Collect and clean dishes, silverware, and other provided host amenities, if applicable.
- Remove garbage and add new lining to cans.
About the Space
Built in 1897, this historic home has been used as community hall, vaudeville theater, glass museum and church. Perfect for pop-up art exhibitions, bridal parties, baby showers, anniversaries, catered wedding rehearsal dinners, intimate receptions, cocktail parties, yoga, workshops, films, photoshoots and offsite luncheons. 18 min (6 miles) from downtown Baltimore, BWI and MARC train to DC. Seating capacity furnished for 12 can fit 25 with concierge catering. More than 25 can be considered for additional charge. Street parking available. The first floor features a 1400 square foot sanctuary (48 by 29 feet) originally built to accommodate town-hall meetings featuring 15 foot ceilings and a stage with space for antique footlights. Above the stage is a large mural, painted on a wooden canvas that was discovered hidden in the walls of the grand staircase during a restoration. Historic lamps are refurbished and beautifully hung from the ceilings over the stage to accentuate the space. Floors are heart pine from the original construction. The stage wings have been refashioned to accommodate a fully updated kitchen and butler‘s pantry. Features include Deft ceramic tile imported from the Netherlands, gorgeous marble countertops, state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances, and LCD dimmable lighting. The butler's pantry has matching marble countertops, a built-in wine rack, and glass-fronted cabinets. The converted upstairs, originally laid out to accommodate the Order's offices, features a dressing room and 2 guest bedrooms that can be separately rented via Airbnb en suite for overnight guest stays.
Parking options
Parking description
For more than 7 cars we usually ask clients to make a small donation to the church across the street to reserve their parking lot (can fit up to 50 cars). If it has been raining heavily this option is less desirable since the lot is unpaved but there is usually free street parking throughout the village a few doors down if guests can be mindful of residential nature of the village.
Space has natural light
Natural light can be blocked out
Lighting description
Cathedral windows on all four sides, 15 foot ceilings in sanctuary with historic shutters; blackout panels available - please ask. Daylight hours are brightest from sunrise to sunset.
Space is not soundproof
Ambient noise description
It is very quiet here usually in the village on most days. Normal appliances and AC.
Crew access
Stairs, Ground Floor
Equipment loading description
Load in best through mud room or front double doors.
Staging area is available
Dressing room upstairs across from full bath, or vestibule in front
Some rooms are off-limits for shooting
Two extra guest bedrooms and one full bath must be requested - available for extra fee. Some areas are private for caretakers living quarters.
Shooting the exterior of the building is allowed
Electrical system description
Circuit breaker in basement - please text first if you need to adjust. Outlets throughout the space are visible and extra power strips are provided. Please ask for help in accessing circuit breaker or electrical requests - caretaker will be on site upstairs during event or production.
Circuit breaker can be accessed
General Rules
No smoking, no drugs, no pets, no unattended children or loud, wild parties. Respect for house rules, residential historic neighborhood and valid permits for all vendors required. All catering should include your own disposable dishware, cutlery, drinkware and all trash should be removed and placed in waste bins outside during load-out. Additional trash bins should be removed by client. Furniture can be restaged with approval. Major restaging may require security deposit or additional insurance in case of damage (peerspace can recommend). All rental hours include complete load-in, decoration, setup, teardown, load-out and departure of all personnel and guests, removal of all catering, set/props, equipment, makeup and costumes and restoring space to pre-rental condition. Client use of weapons, pornographic or illegal purposes such as, but not limited to, drug use, abuse of any person, harboring fugitives, or any violation of pandemic health and safety restrictions shall cause termination of this agreement with no refund, with client assuming full liability for any damage, illness or injury. Concierge recommendations for catering, extra linens, extra tables and chairs, equipment and extra staffing available upon request.
All ages are allowed in the space
Production insurance is not required
Furniture and decorations may be moved
This must be agreed upon by clients before the shoot. Let us know your requests and we will do our best to work with you.
Nothing can be attached to walls or floor and all furniture must be carefully moved, as agreed upon, and restored to previous arrangement upon load out.
Smoke machines are allowed
No nudity allowed
Included in your booking
Amenities
Tables
Chairs
WiFi
Sink
Lighting Equipment
Blackout blinds
White BackdropFeatures
Natural Light
Restrooms
Kitchen
Dressing Room
Street level access
Parking Space(s)
Freight Elevators
Wheelchair Accessible
SoundproofOther
9 Antique Straight Back Chairs
Blackout Blinds
Blue Hand-dyed Art Tables Designed By Serbian Artist Neša Paripović
Chinese Daybed Table Hand-carved Elm
Coffee Maker, Teapot And French Press
Fainting Sofa
Farm Table And Bench
Gold Area Rug And Gold Chesterfield
Hand-dried Floral Arrangements
Live Plants And Two Potted Trees
Upright Piano
Don't see an amenity you're looking for? Ask the host, Jo
Location
Operating Hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Cancellation Policy
Grace period
All Bookings are subject to Peerspace’s Grace Period policy which provides a full refund for Bookings cancelled within 24 hours from receipt of a Booking Confirmation but no later than 48 hours prior to the Event start time.Standard 30 day
Guests may cancel their Booking until 30 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 30 days and 7 days before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Cancellations submitted less than 7 days before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn more
Reviews (5)
Morgan D. booked a photo shoot for 8 people
Photographer
Yes, I would book again.
Beautiful space with an accommodating, kind host!
March 15, 2020
Tom D. booked a birthday party for 25 people
Yes, I would book again.
This place is amazing for parties! Very unique, beautiful and memorable experience with great accommodations. The owner Ruth is very helpful with planning, recommending catering, setting up the room, receiving the band and caterers and being flexible with last minute extension of the party. It was a perfect event !
February 8, 2020
Michelle L. booked an event for 45 people
artist / birthday person
Yes, I would book again.
From the moment I saw images of "Opré Glasso" - I thought that this could likely be the space for my party - charming, inviting, "warm." When I visited the space and met Ruth, I knew it was perfect. It is large enough for dancing, small group intimate gatherings throughout the space, great people-watching from the stage-like area - a lovely ambiance. Ruth was very accommodating and communicative, answering questions readily, adjusting things as the needs of my event changed. Dickeyville itself is charming, but the "magic" of the space goes to the synergistic engagement of this building's historic preservation, aesthetic upgrades (kitchens, bathroom), and definitely Ruth's touch. I know my birthday celebration was as lovely and enjoyable as it was, very much in part, because of this place/space.
February 2, 2020
Jaelyn B. booked a production for 3 people
Artist
Yes, I would book again.
Great place, even Greater hostest. 5stars!
December 14, 2019
Samantha K. booked a production for 10 people
Associate Producer
Yes, I would book again.
We had a great time here. Ruth let us be flexible with schedule, which was crucial (her flexibility allowed us to be ahead of our packed schedule), and she gave us the space we needed on location, while still being easily accessible and quickly responsive to our needs. She also very accurately described the space before we arrived, which was crucial, since we were an out of town crew and unable to scout the spot in person beforehand. Other highlights include plenty of parking around the house, a very quiet location on a quiet road, and plenty of space. Would definitely book again – Ruth was great to work with.
October 30, 2018