House 22 is a welcoming hilltop cottage made of straw bale, with hand-sculpted niches, earthen floors, and an American clay interior.

The deep window wells are finished rough-sawn Ponderosa pine from a local timber mill. The main room has a Twin bed and some space for movement practices.

A low, curved adobe wall curves separates a small corner of this room that can be used for meditation. The most popular element of this cottage is its outdoor roof-deck for cloud and stargazing.

Dakini is located on a rocky hilltop overlooking the retreat valley and consists of 2 separate buildings connected by a breeze-way.

One building contains a full kitchen, a bedroom with a queen bed, and an indoor bathroom with a shower/bath and composting toilet.

The second building consists of a large practice space with rammed earth floors and high windows which are perfect to ground your deep meditation.

Tucked behind a hill near the center of the valley, House 19 is at once isolated and easily accessible. It’s high ceilings and bright cheerful colors uplift the mind and heart. 

This simple cottage functions well for two people who wish to do retreat separately yet in close proximity. A porch spans the length of the cottage providing individual access to the two bedrooms and kitchen. An indoor shower and sink provide close amenities, while a vaulted privy toilet is just a short walk away.

Sitting high on a ridge high on a ridge and the eastern perimeter of the secluded retreat valley, this house overlooks the entire retreat valley and the majestic Chiricahua mountain peaks.

This strawbale house is a simple one-room retreat house for those that prefer a small footprint on retreat with all of the amenities of a self-catering house.

Constructed of the finest materials and fixtures, both aesthetically pleasing and functional to live in. Beautiful wood flooring and naturally-finished solid wood doors throughout.

The kitchen is designed for those who love to cook and features well-made cabinetry and ample storage space. A large bedroom provides sleeping and practice space for one person or a couple. The indoor bathroom features a full shower and bath. The outdoor composting toilet facility is located a short distance away.

Equipped with heating and cooling options, this cottage is perfect for all seasons.

Settle into a cozy studio with a large screened-in porch and intimate kitchen which is divided by a large folding screen. This cottage stays temperate year-round due to the insulating qualities of straw-bale construction. The one-room construction includes a practice area with tatami mats for meditation.

A small, charming house with two rooms connected by a screened­-in breezeway where you will find many unique elements including a rock sundial, hand­made gates, and adornments from the local environment. The earth floor contains water collected from all over the world and rocks from Master Naropa’s retreat cave high in the Himalayan Mountains of Zanskar.

This small, spartan cottage encourages intense practice and is perfect for the serious retreater.

This bright and airy one-room studio cottage is tucked away in the northwest corner of the retreat valley. Its many windows provide outstanding views of the surrounding mountains with few cottages in view.

A screen porch spans the north side of the house, providing summer shade and a place to sit. Access to a composting toilet is accessible via the screen porch. Enjoy the outdoor shower in warm months, and during the cooler months, an indoor shower is available at the Community Center just down the hill.

A delightful two-building house located above a shady grove of trees. This is an ideal place to feel supported and close to nature. It is centrally located, but at the end of its own road, with a private picnic area and plenty of hiking trails,

Constructed with ample insulation to keep it cool in the summer and warm in the winter, the main building consists of a studio bedroom and full kitchen and bathroom with shower. Two patios hug opposite sides of the house: one sunroom with beautiful views, and an enclosed porch for relaxing or outdoor dining. A dedicated, spacious, and secluded practice area offers a comfortable space for meditation or movement practices.

 

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