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Restoring Balance with Steadiness & Ease

Date
August 1 - 3, 2025

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Book now and get $100.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Apr 22, 2025.

In this weekend retreat, you will slow down and experience spaciousness in your body, mind, and breath to just be. The yoga practices are infused with peace and calmness to cultivate deeper stability, awareness, and insight into the interconnected dimensions of your whole self. With time to connect with each other and to spend time on your own, this breath-centered getaway offers an opportunity to let go of patterns of tension and stress, allowing a feeling of lightness, steadiness, and ease to settle in and restore balance.

COVID POLICY ( as of JAN 2025 ):  For your safety and ours, we require proof of vaccination AND negative test result from all visitors to Ratna Ling Retreat Center. We wish to provide peace of mind for all of our residents and guests.

Schedule (Subject to change):

FRIDAY


3:00pm Check-in
4:30-5:15pm Welcome - Stretch and Inhale
5:30-6:15pm Dinner
7:00-8:00pm Opening Circle - Restore and Exhale

SATURDAY


7:30-8:00am Guided Meditation (optional)
8:00-8:45am Breakfast
10:00am-12:00pm Breath-Centered Yoga Practice
12:15-1:00pm Lunch
1:00-5:30pm  Free time to hike, get a massage, rest, or take part in adventures in the area
5:30-6:15pm Dinner
7:00pm Reflection & Connection Circle

SUNDAY


8:00-9:45am Practice & Closing Circle
10:00am Brunch
12:00pm Checkout

Read reviews from MaryBeth's last retreat:

"Mary Beth found an amazing place (Ratna Ling Retreat Center) to have her yoga retreat that complemented the specialness of her teaching.Through skillful and well-articulated prompts, we were invited to get into poses, or 'shapes,' as she calls it, that follows the breath to open up to the expansion of inner space. I found myself letting go of my usual patterns of tension in my neck and shoulders and possible unconscious stress. It left me with a wonderful feeling of lightness and ease in my body. I felt I had given myself a gift of attention and love...no rush, no agenda, just being with my breath and the shapes. I had some temporary injuries that Mary Beth took special care to offer alternatives. There was always time for question & comments, and I found it helpful to hear what others had to say in addition to my own questions, and the gentle, yet instructive responses from Mary Beth. I have come to know that a skillful teacher makes things seem effortless and engaging, and she accomplished that. As an added bonus, she also fostered a class of strangers to feel a warm sense of community throughout the retreat. Well done Marry Beth, thank you so much!"

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"It was my first time to this amazing retreat center, to say I was impressed is an understatement. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the cabin spaces were beautiful and roomy with a balcony overlooking the redwoods. The space where the yoga retreat was held was gorgeous, light-filled and set the tone for the excellent yoga retreat that was held there. The meals provided was over-the-top great—healthy, vegetarian and mouth-watering, and the grounds were perfect for wandering around through redwoods, gardens and Tibetan spiritual structures and flags. The feeling of welcoming and generosity abounded. Truly, a gem of a place and one that I will return to again. I left filled with gratitude."



 

For directions to Ratna Ling - Ratna Ling Retreat Center 35755 Hauser Bridge Rd Cazadero, CA 95421
Accommodations are beautiful lux cabins



ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Transportation to/from Ratna Ling is NOT included - carpooling encouraged
Payments are nonrefundable and transferable to a future Ratna Ling stay or retreat
Each cottage includes TWO private rooms with queen beds, large dining & living area, gas fireplace,
spacious deck, jacuzzi tub, linens/towels/hand soap, kitchenette with tea & coffee, complimentary wireless internet. Towels and hand soap are provided.
vegetarian meals are served during our weekend together.

What people are saying about our retreats:



“The accommodations were great along with the beautiful surroundings - everything was so peaceful and nurturing.”
“It was exactly what I needed – to disconnect, get in tune with my soul and recharge my spirit.”
“Wonderful teacher and participants. Gentle, nourishing, supportive community."


“Space for reflection while also giving me anchor points through teachings.”
“Space and time for meditation and movement classes were truly wonderful.”
“Being able to move at my own pace is a luxury. And of course the food was delicious." Read More

Getting Here

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Directions

San Francisco International and Oakland International airports are approximately three hours south of Ratna Ling by car. Alaska Airlines flies to and from Sonoma County Airport in Santa Rosa which is approximately 1.5 hours from Ratna Ling by car. Unfortunately, there are no shuttles that bring you directly to Ratna Ling, so it is best to rent a car or email us to support in coordinating a carpool with fellow retreatants. Read More

Accommodation

14 guest cottages on 120 acres of property. Each spacious, quiet cottage has 2 private rooms, with high ceilings and a deck with a view. Cottages include jet tubs (or ADA shower), towels, deluxe linens, refrigerator, tea kettle, coffee/tea, kitchen sink/counter, diningware, dining table, and living room with a stove fireplace. Free wifi available and a landline telephone. Guests can choose to have an exclusive cottage for ONE person; a private room for ONE person in a SHARED cottage; or a cottage for TWO people. Any additional guest after TWO is $100 per person per night. Meals and classes included.

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Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
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Three miles from the beautiful Sonoma coast. Organic, vegetarian meals. 120 acres of redwoods, canyons, reservoirs, and wildlife. Sacred architecture timber cottages and communal spaces. Featured stupas, gardens, and temple empowered by Tibetan Buddhist Lama Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche. Read More

Meals

Menu Types

All of our meals are organic and vegetarian, made with love and care. We provide homemade yogurt and granola for breakfast. Lunches and dinners always include salads or salad bar. Each meal is self-served on a buffet table. Read More

Customer Reviews

4.95 out of 5.0 average rating

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Retreat Center
This nourishing gem is found in the Sonoma coastal redwoods. Upon entering the land a sense of calm is immediately palpable. The land invites an exploration in nature, walking and hiking. The cottages are immaculate and located in peaceful settings where the winds whisper! The daily culinary delights are a feast and prepared with care and thoughtfulness... As a Tibetan Buddhist retreat center the workshop meditations and simple practices are a beautiful reflection of Tarthang Tulku's vision. The temple is extraordinarily rich and where you will feel held. Read More

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July 4th weekend Inner Freedom Retreat
Loved this rereat, grat program centered around the teachings of Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche. The visiting monk from India did meditation sessions with us gave deep insights into the nature of mind. Hughly recommended!! Read More

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Beautiful space, incredible food, extremely peaceful
What a gift this place is to the world. Read More

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Perfect retreat
The property is beautiful and peaceful. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Food was delicious! Highly recommend Read More

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Perfect Escape
Ratna Ling is a spectacular retreat center! The grounds & cabins are serene, stunning, and private. The vegetarian cuisine is fresh, seasonal, delicious, and filled with love! As a meat-eater in my daily life, the offerings were also very filling and nourishing!
Gloria is an outstanding facilitator, teacher, and human. If you have a chance to learn from her, take it! Read More

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