Give Yourself a Personal Retreat
CSE's Personal Meditation Retreats offer a sense of spaciousness in a pristine natural environment to restore vitality and bring greater clarity to mind and body. The structure of our personal retreats provide the opportunity to immerse yourself in spiritual practices and directly experience the transformation that is possible as you explore the unfolding of the true Self.
Nestled in the heart of Center for Spiritual Enlightenment World Headquarters, you will find Lahiri Retreat House—named for the Kriya Yoga householder, Lahiri Mahashaya. Located adjacent to the Grace Meditation Hall and the Temple of the Eternal Way, Lahiri House is sheltered by the magnificent oak tree that graces the meditation gardens. In this quiet spot, convenient to Sunday Satsangs and meditation programs, Lahiri House provides a supportive environment for spiritual renewal, rest, contemplation, and silence. With three small bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchenette, an open living and dining room, and a private bath and shower facilities, the retreat house is self-contained.
Retreat accommodations are also available in the Grace and Compassion buildings with all the same conveniences. Personal retreats are offered year-round on a donation basis.* To request a personal retreat or to stay overnight during a CSE program, please complete the appropriate application below.
Lahiri House
(Private Individual Use)
| Private Room
with Private Bath | Private Room
with Shared Bath
| Shared Room
with Shared Bath |
$200/night
| $170/night | $150/night | $120/night |
*Partial scholarships available upon request.
SUBMIT A PERSONAL RETREAT APPLICATION
SUBMIT A REQUEST TO STAY OVERNIGHT DURING A CSE PROGRAM
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"Withdrawing the mind from worldly matters, if one turns it inwards he will rediscover the hidden treasure inside."
—Lahiri Mahasaya
Kitchenette - Lahiri Retreat House
Living Room - Lahiri Retreat House
Yukteswar Bedroom - Lahiri Retreat House
Lahiri Bedroom - Lahiri Retreat House
Babaji Bedroom - Lahiri Retreat House
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Guest Reflections
"I’m enjoying every minute, my body was craving for this peaceful and quiet time. I wish I could stay (longer)."
“My experience was amazing. I was able to completely disconnect and recharge. The retreat (program) message itself was powerful, and being able to stay of the grounds and walk the radiant path whenever I wanted deepened my experience. It was awesome to share meals with other guests. I look forward to my next opportunity to stay at the ashram.”
“It was wonderful. The room was comfortable and it was not an inconvenience to share a bathroom with others. One thing that was especially nourishing was the meals procured and prepared by the staff. I felt I experienced a healing cleanse. I think there should be additional emphasis placed upon that aspect of a personal retreat at the ashram; the invitation to experience a bodily cleanse through an ayurveda-inspired, wholesome diet.”
“It was a peaceful, safe, supportive place for me to be unplugged. (CSE) was very responsive to my needs and very patient with my questions... Such a wonderful presence.”
“I had a deep and fulfilling experience. The time in silence at the Ashram grounds was very helpful.”
“Exceeded my expectations. The place, which I now know is an ashram, was peaceful. The food was excellent and plentiful. I especially enjoyed the encouragement to be silent and to avoid my phone and the subsequent turmoil. My accommodation in the compassion building was neat, clean and comfortable. I took home quite a few nuggets of wisdom from staying on the premises.”
“I love the opportunity to be at the ashram when it is quiet, especially early morning and mid evening. It is easier to incorporate the teachings when present in residence.”
“Very sattvic, calming, healing, inspiring, blessed, what a gift.”
