Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing, Cragsmoor, New York | Yoga and Meditation Retreat Center

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Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing

Upcoming Retreats at Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing

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Venue & Amenities

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Spa

Sauna

Pool

Towels

Free Parking

Kitchen

Tour Assistance

Hot Tub

Coffee/Tea

Cafe

Restaurant

Fitness Center

Yoga Studio

Housekeeping

Bicycles For Rent

Perched atop a wooded hillside in the hamlet of Cragsmoor, the Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing is surrounded by 90 acres of forest. The Center opened in 2017 and was purpose built to support retreats. With only 20 bedrooms, our retreats are small, keeping the retreat experience intimate. People regularly comment both on the cleanliness of the buildings and on the total sense of peace that envelopes you when on campus.

Meals

Menu Types

Vegan

Vegetarian

Pescetarian

Ayurvedic

Includes Meat

Organic

Gluten Free

Dairy Free

Nut Free

Ancient wisdom describes food as a source of prana, or life force. The Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing was founded on the premise that nourishing food is integral to wellbeing. Our chefs are passionate about creating meals that are both flavorful and healthy. We use the freshest, most nutritious, least processed foods available; when possible our ingredients are organic and locally sourced. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in your accommodation fee. To promote good health, we serve delicious, varied, nutritious vegetarian food, with options at every meal. All our meals are served on a buffet, with ingredients listed next to each dish, enabling guests to avoid dairy, as well as glutens, nuts and other allergens.

Getting Here

Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing, 191 Cragsmoor Road, Cragsmoor, NY, USA

Directions

CAR. You will find a link for driving directions on our website. The parking lot is immediately to your left when you enter the Center grounds. You may drive up and drop your luggage at the Welcome Center, but may not leave your car unattended there; someone will be happy to shuttle you back down to the parking lot. TRAIN. From Newark, La Guardia and Penn Station, you can take the Metro North train into Middletown, New York, approximately a 30-minute drive from the Center. For teachings, retreats and other special events, we will provide van service at set times. Otherwise, please take a taxi from the train station to the Center. BUS. From New York City, you can take the Shortline Bus into Ellenville, New York, approximately a 15-minute drive from the Center. For teachings, retreats and other special events, we will provide van service at set times. Otherwise, please take a taxi from the train station to the Center. PLANE. Newark, La Guardia and Stewart Airports all offer convenient services. From Newark or LaGuardia you can complete your trip by train; from Stewart you may rent a car or take a taxi service.

Customer Reviews

5.00 out of 5.0 average rating

Laura • Feb 01, 2023

5.0

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Peace in a comfortable environment

From the moment I arrived I was impressed with how peaceful and immaculate the entire facility is. The rooms had exactly what I needed with a comfortable bed and pillows, meditation table and cushions, and a desk. Towels were provided as well. Vegetarian meals were delicious. I was able to immerse myself in the silent meditation retreat and focus on deepening my practice. This is a perfect place for me and I’m already planning my next retreat.

Anonymous • May 18, 2022

5.0

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Beautiful spot

Dharmakaya Center is a beautiful & peaceful spot. Highly recommend! The center is immaculate and well maintained. Great staff and facilities.

YELENA • Nov 10, 2021

5.0

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Amazing place Amazing experience

If you are looking for a place to unwind and grow spiritually while eating the best food this place is for you. Brand-new beautiful facility, super friendly stuff and relaxing atmosphere - I don’t know the better way to spend a weekend. I enjoyed my stay and I’m coming back!

Debra • Sep 03, 2021

5.0

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fantastic experience

I was in a wonderful art work shop and it was amazing. Accommodations where beautiful. Food was delicious and fantastic.
Beautiful grounds lovely walking experience. . The staff was delightful.

Lucia • Sep 01, 2021

5.0

Verified

Easeful Setting

I felt at ease and at home, right from the start. The program teacher was phenomenal, the retreat center director capable and down-to-earth, and the staff was truly kind and accessible. I can't wait to come back. I wanted to give Dharmakaya a good review, though I also like that it's a small and intimate setting. -- Lucia D

Mission & Vision

The Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing is a place of quiet, dedicated to training both mind and body to help people recognize their own inner joy.

The Center shares ancient Buddhist teachings in ways that are responsive to a 21st Century way of life. We focus, in particular, on an integrated practice involving both the mind and the body. Physical wellbeing creates a positive environment for mental health; mental wellbeing produces a sense of equanimity that is the foundation for physical health.

We were recently named the nation's top retreat center; we invite you to join us.

Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing

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Upcoming Retreats at Dharmakaya Center for Wellbeing

Just Be: A Year-End Personal Retreat

Winter Pause: A Silent Retreat for Body, Mind, and Spirit

200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

Journey Through the Chakras

Nowhere To Go, Nothing To Do: A Buddhist Silent Retreat

“Changing Aging” for Women 50ish and Beyond

Spring Detox: Unplugged Meditation and Movement Retreat

100,000 Songs of Milarepa

Online: 100,000 Songs of Milarepa

Just Be: A Springtime Personal Retreat

Wellness, Tai Chi, Meditation Retreat: Body As Medicine

Buddhist Meditation: Cultivate Wellbeing through the Skills of Awareness

Nowhere to Go, Nothing to Do: A Buddhist Silent Retreat

SELF-KNOWLEDGE: Find Freedom Through Connection

Fall Reset: Come into yourself

The Power of Silence: A Silent Retreat for Body, Mind, and Spirit

Just Be: A Thanksgiving Personal Retreat

Just Be: A Year-End Personal Retreat

Full Moon Meditation

Group Meditation

Personal Retreat

Personal Retreat Package

Just Be: A Year-End Personal Retreat

Winter Pause: A Silent Retreat for Body, Mind, and Spirit

200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Course

Journey Through the Chakras

Nowhere To Go, Nothing To Do: A Buddhist Silent Retreat

“Changing Aging” for Women 50ish and Beyond

Spring Detox: Unplugged Meditation and Movement Retreat

100,000 Songs of Milarepa

Online: 100,000 Songs of Milarepa

Just Be: A Springtime Personal Retreat

Wellness, Tai Chi, Meditation Retreat: Body As Medicine

Buddhist Meditation: Cultivate Wellbeing through the Skills of Awareness

Nowhere to Go, Nothing to Do: A Buddhist Silent Retreat

SELF-KNOWLEDGE: Find Freedom Through Connection

Fall Reset: Come into yourself

The Power of Silence: A Silent Retreat for Body, Mind, and Spirit

Just Be: A Thanksgiving Personal Retreat

Just Be: A Year-End Personal Retreat

Full Moon Meditation

Group Meditation

Personal Retreat

Personal Retreat Package

Your Guides

Venue & Amenities

Meals

Menu Types

Getting Here

Directions

Peace in a comfortable environment

Beautiful spot

Amazing place Amazing experience

fantastic experience

Easeful Setting

Mission & Vision

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