THE CONDITIONS FOR HAPPINESS
Fall Yoga & Meditation Retreat with Stacie and Diana May
September 4 - 7, 2025
Whispertree Retreat Center
The Buddha said that the highest happiness is Peace. The cessation of Suffering. A sense of contentment and well-being with ourselves and our lives. Much of our practice is about becoming sensitive to our suffering and to our goodness.
A quality of noticing the inner causes and conditions that lead to further distress and harm and the causes and conditions that lead to increased ease, calm, and genuine happiness.
Join us for a weekend exploration into the ancient wisdom of the dharma teachings on happiness, through dharma talks, meditation, yoga, somatic movement, and self-inquiry practices.
About Whispertree Retreat Center
Whispertree is located 2.5 hours north of San Francisco on 600+ acres of pristine, regeneratively-managed land in Anderson Valley. For groups dedicated to social and personal transformation, Whispertree offers a foundation for creating new, transformational experiences in these pivotal times.
Nestled in this breathtaking valley of green rolling hills dotted with oak trees, Whispertree offers 6 miles of trails with expansive, ridge top views. Enjoy hiking, swimming in the pond, relaxing in the redwood hot tub, or simply resting in the magic of the land.
Included in price
3 nights accommodations
3 lovingly and consciously prepared farm to table vegetarian meals per day
twice daily classes including dharma talks, yoga and meditation practices
access to over 6 miles of trails, a swimming pond, as well as a redwood hot tub
peaceful spaciousness to support your journey
Meet Co-Teacher, Diana May
A yoga teacher, training, and somatic experiencing practitioner, Diana May specializes in applied neurology for pain management and movement. She holds degrees in environmental studies and urban planning for community development and has been a lifelong environmental activist. She uses her deep knowledge of ecology and natural systems to enhance her understanding of the human experience and weave together her teachings on anatomy, yogic philosophy, the nervous system, and the brain.
Accommodations
There are multiple lodging options available. Scroll to view details and all inclusive pricing for each.
Please note that if you choose a shared room and we are unable to match you with someone, we will need to upgrade you to a single room with an additional charge.
THE TOLLHOUSE
This historic 1912 Victorian Toll House is a gorgeous 4 bed/bath home lined with restored wood, featuring a fully stocked kitchen, a backyard and outdoor patio fitted with a shared hot tub, and cozy nooks throughout. Each room has a queen or king size bed and an en suite or dedicated bath.
Perfect for those seeking a more private, quiet experience. A great option for singles, doubles, couples, or friends who prefer a private bath and don’t mind sharing the queen/king beds, the king/twin, or queen/twin sleeping arrangements.
SOLD OUT
Single Occupancy, private bath
$2050
Double Occupancy, private bath
$1800 per person
THE BARN
The Barn features upstairs bedrooms suited for 1 or 2 guests each with arrays of single beds (can be converted to Queen/King size bed). There is a shared bath upstairs with a walk-in shower, and an additional three shared half-baths downstairs. The space features a full kitchen, dining space, and cozy living room with a wood burning stove, as well as 3 beautiful outdoor patios. It’s a short walk to the shared cedar hot tub, outdoor showers, decks, and fire pit.
Think of The Barn as a well-appointed three bedroom apartment with shared baths.
Single Occupancy, shared bath
$1825
Double Occupancy, shared bath
$1625 per person
TENT CABINS
Tucked in the shade of old growth oaks and madrones, the fully furnished cabin tents feature two twin beds (can be converted into a king) and electricity. They are a short walk to the well-appointed, shared bathhouse and the nearby outdoor kitchen, and a 10 minute walk to the outdoor patios, large cedar hot tub, outdoor showers, deck and fire pit.
These are a great option for those who want to feel closer to the outdoors.
Single Occupancy
$1525
Double Occupancy
$1250 per person
BELL TENTS
Each bell tent has an awning-covered porch, electricity, and two heated twin beds (can be converted to a king size bed). They are a short walk to the well-appointed, shared bathhouse and the nearby outdoor kitchen, and a 10 minute walk to the outdoor patios, large cedar hot tub, outdoor showers, deck and fire pit.
These are a great option for those who want to feel closer to the outdoors.
Single Occupancy
$1450
Double Occupancy
$1250 per person
THE BUNKHOUSE
The Bunkhouse features a shared sleeping room with an array of single beds, and offers an outdoor patio and access to a shared outdoor hot tub.
Bunk Room, shared occupancy
$1100 per person
Submit your payment
Pay in Full or Make a Deposit
Pay in full now or you may make a deposit of $500 to secure your space. The final balance will be due August 1st 2025. No cancellations allowed after July 15th, 2025.
Prices listed are per person.
You will be prompted to fill out a required registration form when you click add to cart. Once you’ve added your selection to the cart, scroll to your cart in the upper right corner of the website to complete your order.
Payment and Cancellation Policy:
A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your space. The final balance payment is due by August 1, 2025. No cancellations allowed after July 15th 2025. You will be required to pay the full balance of your reservation even if you are unable to attend.