We
do not currently have any cabins available for rent. Retreat
cabins are isolated and perfect for solitary use. They feature
vast views and are remotely located for ultimate privacy.
As an example, one of our
cabins, Luminous Peak is nestled into a slope facing Ekajati
peak, and offers expansive views to the west, south and east.
The 11' x 11' cabin is made of aspen wood and covered with deep
red, terra cotta stucco, which integrates with the surrounding
environment. The interior is unstained wood with large windows
that provide incredible sky panoramas ideal for Dzogchen practice.
There is a redwood deck all the way around the cabin, which provides
space to do yoga in the morning sun.
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"Retreat, or returning
back to a place or origin, is an age-old practice in many
cultures. It signals a return to simplicity. For many Buddhist
practitioners it is a necessary and very desirable opportunity
to experience a step into a deeper level of contemplation
and practice. Our retreat cabin provides a rare opportunity
to be complete secluded and alone. Here, you are free to
experience your innermost being."
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All our cabins are well suited
for year-round practice, as they are completely insulated and
have a small wood-burning stove for which we provide wood. There
is no electricity or running water, but we'll provide drinking
water. There is a single bed, small kitchen, pots, pans, flatware,
glasses, dishes and a gas burner for cooking. Bathing water is
collected from the roof in a large insulated water tank an
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a pump and faucet are located on the deck. There is adequate space
for storage on shelves and under the bed. Some of our cabins have
an outhouse and all have a solar-heated shower bag. No smoking,
drugs or intoxicants are allowed at the cabin.
If you are interested in doing retreat,
please contact our office
to check availability. You will be asked to write a letter of
intent, introducing yourself, your practice and your history of
doing retreat. We ask that you fill out a couple of forms, send
us half of your retreat fee as a non-refundable deposit and pay
the balance 10 days prior to your retreat begin date.
We will set up a time for
your arrival so that the Tara Mandala staff can greet you, either
at the office or on the land, and a support person will escort
you to the retreat cabin and help you get oriented.
Check
in time is at 2 p.m. and check out time is at noon. We ask that
you reserve the cabin at least 24 hours ahead of your expected
arrival in order to get the cabin ready and arrange to have someone
greet you on the land.
Click
here for more information about how to be prepared for a stay
in the cabin.
Cost: $35 per day, $210 per week,
$600 per month/negotiable
Contact us for availability at info@taramandala.org.
