Eva Wong “The site is situated on a gentle slope, is open to allow sky to descend, is protected at the back and has the horizon. The expansive energy of the site is optimal for Shambhala practices such as Shamatha, Rigden Ngondro & Werma.”
The Cabin is in a secluded wooded spot on a hill facing south east. It has:
- a compact kitchen with fridge & electric hot plate
- an eating area with small table & chair
- all dishes, cooking utensils, pots & pans are provided
- a single bed with pillows & duvet.
- a modern compost toilet
- an area for meditation practice with a shrine.
- the shrine has a shrine box, offering bowls, incense burner and candle holders.
- there are meditation cushions, (a zabuton gomden & support cushion) and a puja table
- Cabin is fitted with good electric lighting & ceiling fan
- Cabin is heated by a propane gas stove. (no wood to chop!)
- The porch on the cabin adds a comfortable place to sit outside
- There are paths to take scenic walks for some fresh air during practice breaks.
- There is no running water or shower in the cabin.
- There is access to shower facilities: located in the basement of the main house (a short walk from the cabin) is a bathroom with shower.
- This bathroom is reserved for use by the retreatant.
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