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Cozy Yoga Winter Weekend

Date
December 12 - 14, 2025

About this Retreat

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Details of this retreat

As we near the end of 2025, please join Martin Scott for this December weekend retreat as an opportunity to turn inwards and partake in some self-care through yoga, pranayama and meditation. We spend so much time expending our energy out into the world and yoga allows us a chance to nourish ourselves - body, mind and soul. Nestled in the serene beauty of the Sonoma coast, this 3-day winter yoga retreat offers an immersive escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Surrounded by nature’s pristine landscapes, you’ll find tranquility, warmth, and rejuvenation.

The weekend will include morning pranayama and meditations, asana classes and two yoga nidra sessions, all designed to warm your body and ignite your self-connection. We’ll embrace the elements of winter, using a combination of breathwork and movement to channel energy, create heat, and explore yoga. We’ll also explore the deep relaxation of yoga nidra and guided meditation. This weekend focuses on your connection to yourself, releasing deep-set tension, and cultivating inner peace amidst the quiet stillness of winter and the serenity of Ratna Ling.

 

Schedule (Subject to change):

Friday, December 12

3pm Check-in
4-5:15pm Yoga
5:30pm Dinner
7pm Yoga Nidra

Saturday, December 13

7am Pranayama & Meditation
8am Breakfast
10am Yoga
12:15pm Lunch
Free Time
3-5pm Yoga
5:30pm Dinner
7pm Yoga Nidra

Sunday December 14

7am Pranayama & Meditation
8-9.30am Yoga
10am Brunch
12pm Checkout



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. 
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.”
“It was exactly what I needed - to disconnect, get in tune with my soul and recharge my spirit. ."


“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."



 

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.

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.

For 1 Guest in Private Room (Shared Cottage with 1 other guest)

Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
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Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
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Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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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.

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.

Customer Reviews

4.95 out of 5.0 average rating

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Feels like a hug
I had a wonderfully warm experience at Ratna Ling. Everyone made me feel that just me joining the group ,made their experience better.
This is like receiving an unexpected hug during covid. Very special.
A tribute to the warm welcome and lovely cabin and food provided.

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Excellent workshop
Ratna Ling is an amazing place - great surroundings, facilities and food. The instructor for the retreat was great. My overall experience was excellent.

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Land of peace, solitude and deep beauty
I have stayed at Ratna Ling at least 7~8 times over the years and am never disappointed. The accommodations on this sacred land are only the beginning. Redwood trees, abundance of animals (including 2 sweet Tibetan ponies) and birdlife surround the curated natural grounds, but it is the peacefulness of being perched amongst the wheat colored hills that holds me. The dark sky nights are a sanctuary that radiates solitude, and with that the depth of beauty is complete...
The food at Ratna Ling really is the very best of all of the numerous retreat centers I've experienced over 35 yrs. Simple, healthy AND amazingly delicious!! The staff is kind, helpful and available. There is so much more to be said about Ratna Ling, but I'd say~go check it out for yourself!!!!

Shelli M.

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amazing place and beautiful retreat
Both the setting and the program were great. Stacy was a very good guiding the retreat. Ratna Ling is amazing. Perhaps the only missing thing was more information regarding the type and level of yoga that was going to be shared during the retreat

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What a hidden gem!
I had no idea this place existed. I feel so very fortunate to have come across the yoga and meditation retreat that I attended. The accommodations were well above my expectations. The grounds and common areas highly impressive and peaceful and calm and the staff and amenities and meals were amazing. I will definitely be looking for more retreat and volunteer opportunities.

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