Private Retreat Cabins
Your Sanctuary for Rest, Reflection, and Renewal
Take a pause from the world and give yourself the space to rest, reflect, and reconnect. Our cozy cabins, tucked on a quiet ridge with sweeping views of the Santa Cruz Mountains in California, offer a peaceful private retreat for meditation, study, or simply being—an ideal setting for a digital detox and a chance to step away from screens, noise, and daily demands.
Surrounded by nature and near the cremation site of Lama Thubten Yeshe, the land radiates calm and spiritual presence. With a shared bathhouse, outdoor showers, a communal fridge, and nearby trails, everything you need for comfort and ease is here. Whether you’re just beginning your retreat journey or returning to deepen your practice, these cabins welcome you with warmth, stillness, and the reassurance that you are in the right place to restore your mind and spirit.
Ideal for those seeking a self-guided silent retreat, our private cabins offer the perfect environment for solitude, meditation, and deep inner work.
While beautifully secluded, we are also conveniently located near the major cities and airports of the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Francisco and San José.
Please Note: The natural terrain may pose challenges for individuals with mobility or balance concerns. Located on a ridge top, the property features uneven ground, elevation changes, and moderate walking distances.
“I look forward to my annual solitary retreat at Vajrapani so much. That land has grown so close to my heart over many walks and meals and outdoor showers and gazing over the redwood valleys. I always feel incredibly taken care of. The food preparation was nourishing, delicious, and made with love. The cabin, grounds, and bathhouse all wonderfully serviced and kept clean. Keep up the great work. I have no words for how important a place like Vajrapani is in the world.”
Michael 2025
Cabin Features
- Private, simple cabins designed for solitude and spiritual practice
- Full digital detox — no Wi-Fi or electronic distractions
- Located in a designated silent zone for uninterrupted reflection
- Access to a shared indoor bathhouse and communal refrigerator
- Outdoor showers with breathtaking mountain views
- Nearby hiking trails perfect for contemplative nature walks
Reservation Details
- Minimum stay: 3 nights
Rates
- 3 to 14 days: $160 per night, includes 3 meals. Register
- 15 to 27 days $140 per night, includes 3 meals. Register
- 28+ days $100 per night, includes 3 meals. Register
- Check-in: 3:00–5:00 PM
- Check-out: By 11:00 AM on your final day
- Long-term retreats: Available with sliding-scale pricing
Guided Private Retreat Audio Support
For guests who would appreciate a little extra support during their private retreat, we offer a guided private retreat audio support recorded by Geshe Tenzin Legtsok. Geshe Legtsok brings a warm, kind, and deeply experienced presence to these guided sessions, offering gentle encouragement for anyone who is new to meditation, returning to practice, or simply wishing for more structure during their time in retreat.
This companion includes six guided audio recordings and a PDF retreat packet with a suggested three-day retreat schedule. The sessions introduce meditation, silent practice, reflection on the nature of mind, impermanence, gratitude, loving-kindness, and compassion.
You can select this add-on during checkout when booking your private retreat.
Mindful Meals
Our kitchen prepares wholesome vegetarian meals with care, intention, and respect for dietary needs. We accommodate gluten, dairy, and soy allergies, as well as vegan diets. (Please note: our breakfast oats are not certified gluten-free.)
Dietary Requests
- Contact the Main Office at least one week prior to arrival for specific requests.
Meal Options for Acute Allergies:
- Option 1: For wheat, dairy, and soy allergies — nourishing substitutions such as beans, lentils, and plant-based alternatives.
- Option 2: For other acute allergies — steamed brown rice and mixed vegetables (protein not included).
Meal Delivery
Each day, we serve fresh, nourishing vegetarian meals designed to support your retreat experience:
- Hot lunch and soup-and-salad dinner, delivered once daily in an insulated meal bag
- Breakfast in your cabin — generous container of wheat-free (contains oats) granola
- Communal refrigerator stocked with essentials: soy, oat, and almond milk; wheat and gluten-free breads; cheese; nut butters; jams; and fresh fruit
- Your cabin will also have an assortment of fine teas
Guest Transportation Policy
To help preserve the peace and safety of our retreat environment, we ask all guests to observe the following guidelines: No Personal Vehicles Beyond the Parking Area
- Driving personal vehicles up to the ridge or individual cabins is not permitted.
Luggage Transport
- Our staff will transport your personal belongings to and from your cabin at the start and end of your stay.
During Your Stay
- Transportation between cabins and the main gompa for events is not provided. Guests are encouraged to enjoy the short walk as part of the retreat experience.
Arrival and Departure
- We will happily pick you up and drop you off at the ridge upon arrival and departure.
These guidelines help maintain a quiet, safe, and contemplative environment for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation.
About Our Rates
We are a non-profit organization and keep our prices as low as possible to cover costs, making retreat life accessible to everyone.
- Special rates for ordained monastics — contact Front Office for details
- 📞 800-531-4001 | 🕓 Daily 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Deposit Policy
- 50% deposit required to reserve a cabin
- Partial refunds may be available under certain conditions (see FAQ)
Accepted Payment Methods
- Visa, MasterCard, Discover (online or by phone)
- Personal checks (mail or in person)
- Cash (in person)
All registrations require an initial deposit by credit card.
Additional Information
- We cannot guarantee specific cabin requests.
- For special assistance or accommodations, contact the Main Office:
- 800-531-4001 ext. 1 or office@vajrapani.org
- Leave a message if we are not able to take your call. We will return calls within 48 hours
“The warm and friendly atmosphere created by everyone made me feel truly welcome from the moment I arrived. Each meal was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. I stayed in a silent retreat cabin on the ridge. It was a gorgeous setting. Deer were roaming around along with many birds. I loved sitting out on my deck enjoying the beautiful trees and hearing all the wildlife. I feel very blessed to have stayed here.”
Kathy 2025
Registration
The links below will lead to a new page on our registration platform.
3 to 14 nights 14 to 27 nights 28+ nights
For those interested in joining a group retreat please visit our retreat calendar page.
