Concept rendering of the evening exterior of The 19th House, a red-brick gathering place with illuminated signage and glass storefront entry, guests arriving at dusk

The 19th HouseStay Awhile.

The 19th House is a family-friendly gathering place with indoor golf, food, drinks, games, events, and space for the whole community to relax, connect, and stay awhile.

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Coming to East Norriton Township · Montgomery County, PA

“Design for belonging, not exclusivity. The 19th House is the living room of the community.” Our Promise

The 19th House is a family-friendly gathering place built for connection. We bring together indoor golf, food, drinks, games, and events to create a place where friends, families, and communities connect and stay awhile.

It's warm before impressive, alive without loud, and classy without ever feeling exclusive. It's the kind of place where you walk in once and think, I found my place.

Timeless Warm Crafted Community Refined Welcoming Approachable

Under One Roof

A House with room for every kind of evening

Choose your own night. Every part of the House is designed to start a different kind of conversation, whether you came to play, eat, meet some friends, or simply see where the evening takes you.

The House Bar

The kitchen island of the building: where the night starts, staff learn your name, and neighbors cross paths.

The Community Table

A shared anchor for big groups and easy nights that don't need a reservation.

The Kids Area

A dedicated, parent-supervised space where kids can play nearby while adults relax, connect, and enjoy their time together.

The Putting Lounge

Playful and pressure-free: built for kids, couples, and first-timers to jump right in.

The Golf Hall

Exciting, not intimidating. Golf is part of the House, never the whole House.

The Bourbon Room

A slower room for stories, tastings, and small groups who want to linger.

The Patio

Seasonal and social: fresh air, food, music, and conversations that run long.

Food, Rotating Weekly

A rotating lineup of local food trucks and partners, supported by The Turn Cart when a featured truck is not scheduled.

Games & Social Play

Shuffleboard, darts, and simple games that give any mixed group something to do together.

Inside The 19th House at dusk: friends gathered at the community table and bar, with a golf simulator bay and lounge seating visible beyond

Why We're Building This

A gathering place we couldn't find, so we're building one

After moving from Maryland to Pennsylvania to be closer to family, we went looking for the kind of neighborhood gathering place we had known back home. We found a few good ones, but we also saw what was missing: local places where friendships grow, families gather, and community memories are made.

The 19th House is our answer. Not another golf simulator bar, and not a country club. A community house first, where golf, cocktails, food, games, and music are simply reasons to gather, not the whole point.

Dinner becomes drinks. Drinks become a game. A game becomes another hour you didn't plan on staying for.

Shad and Beth Lorenz

Founders, The 19th House

Families and friends gathered around a fire pit on The 19th House patio at golden hour

Proposed Home

East Norriton Township

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

Targeting a 2026–2027 opening

Open seven days a week, once doors open

Built for golfers and non-golfers alike

Why Here

A neighborhood commitment, not a trend

Montgomery County doesn't have a dedicated gathering place quite like this one. Our family has deep roots here, including a local real estate business that's operated in the area for more than 60 years. This isn't a concept dropped in from somewhere else. It's built by people who plan to be here for a long time.

We're still finalizing the exact site and floor plan. What's already decided is the feeling we're building toward, and where we're building it: East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, close to home. Every rendering on this page is a concept illustration of that vision, not the final site.

Founding Member Deposit

Everybody says they want a place like this.

We’re about to find out how many people are ready to help us build it.

The 19th House is coming to East Norriton with indoor golf, food, drinks, games, a kids’ area, and space for families, friends, and neighbors to relax, connect, and stay awhile.

We’re looking for the first 100 people who believe in the idea enough to reserve a Founding Member spot with a fully refundable $50 deposit.

Your deposit gives you:

Priority access to Founding Member terms before they are released publicly
The opportunity to apply your deposit toward membership if you choose to join
Early access to Founders events and updates
The option to be recognized on our Founders Wall when we open, with your permission

There is no obligation to become a member. If you request a refund, or if The 19th House does not move forward, we will process a full refund to your original payment method. Once processed, the time it takes for the funds to appear may vary depending on your bank or card issuer.

This is more than joining a list. It is a way to help prove that East Norriton is ready for a place like The 19th House.

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Stay Awhile.

Shad and Beth Lorenz

Founders, The 19th House

Founders List

Be one of the first through the door

Early access to membership details before we open to the public
Invitations to preview nights and behind-the-scenes updates as plans progress
A direct line to Shad and Beth: we read every reply

Beyond the Building

The House travels with you

Two early ideas we're building alongside the House itself, a preview of where the concept is headed next.

The Digital Companion

The House Key

A simple guest app for seeing what's on tonight, planning a visit, and bringing your people along. Still in development.

On the Move

The Turn Cart

A custom food truck and trailer carrying a taste of the House to community events and neighborhood gatherings. Both still in development.

FAQ

Questions People Ask

What is The 19th House?

The 19th House is a family-friendly gathering place with indoor golf, food, drinks, games, and events, coming to East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, PA.

Where is The 19th House located?

The 19th House is coming to East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

When does The 19th House open?

We're targeting a 2026-2027 opening.

Is The 19th House family-friendly?

Yes. The 19th House is built for golfers and non-golfers alike, with a dedicated kids' area alongside the golf, food, drinks, games, and events.

How do I become a Founding Member?

Reserve your spot with a fully refundable $50 deposit. The first 100 people get priority access to Founding Member terms before they're released publicly.