There are many different ways and places to do a dark retreat. Some people shut themselves away in a damp cellar with a blacked-out window, some take over the bathroom for a week, and others opt for, say, a deep cave.
All of these places, and others too, are suitable for a dark retreat, above all for those participants who feel drawn to that kind of space.
A dark retreat in a wooden cabin in an orchard
We decided to create a space for participants in dark retreat cabins in our orchard. We wanted to provide a peaceful space where participants could reflect and relax undisturbed. The cabin is designed for one person or a couple. More about the cabin’s facilities for a dark retreat.
Why did we choose cabins in a village orchard for dark retreats?
- Only about 30 people live permanently in our village
- The orchard is a place where you can feel a wonderfully calming energy
- Less than 20 m from the cabin stands an old lime tree
- The cabins are made of wood, so they breathe naturally
- Every participant has complete peace and quiet
- The cabin is soundproofed for maximum comfort and peace
- The cabin is heated by a quiet heat pump with air conditioning
- The cabin stands on the edge of the village
- When the retreat ends, you can watch the sun rise over the Iron Mountains
- Before and after the dark retreat, participants have the whole garden at their disposal
- The garden is full of trees, shrubs and flowers for maximum relaxation
What kind of space suits you best for a dark retreat?
We believe that every participant will choose the place that suits them best for their dark retreat. Some prefer the cave mentioned above, some don’t mind being in a building in the middle of a city where they might hear noises from the next flat or footsteps above them, and some prefer peace and quiet.
We chose the path of nature, letting go, calm and relaxation.
We wish all participants a pleasant dark retreat.
