Ratna Ling Retreat Center is guided by the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, and we welcome all people looking to reconnect with themselves, nature, and their spiritual journey.
We are located in the coastal redwoods of Sonoma County, a spectacular 90-mile drive north of San Francisco. Our retreats offer you the opportunity to experience beauty and quiet, in elegant private cottages, each with an expansive view of the surrounding countryside, complete with deer, wild turkeys, rabbits and quail.
Upcoming Retreats
2026 Fall Harvest Celebration – A Farm-to-Table-Fundraiser!
With Ratna Ling Faculty
October 4, 2026
To celebrate a bountiful season of growth, harvest, and community in the Ratna Ling Gardens, we’ll be holding a Harvest Dinner on October 4th. Join us at Ratna Ling for an afternoon of music, organic eats and garden tours - featuring a silent auction, food from the Ratna Ling gardens and performances from our very own volunteers.
Grace & Gratitude: A Pre-Thanksgiving Yoga & Meditation Retreat
With Lauren Cohen and Nat Kendall
November 20 - 22, 2026
Join Lauren Cohen and Nat Kendall for a nourishing pre-Thanksgiving weekend in the redwoods! Through soulful yoga practices, dharma discussions, chanting, meditations, time in nature and more, we’ll explore what it means to cultivate grace and gratitude in our everyday lives.
Joy & Appreciation – A Thanksgiving Retreat
With George Wiegand and Karmyn Ojeda
November 27 - 29, 2026
For this special retreat, we are offering a sliding scale to allow you to give what you can. We hope you can join us! This Thanksgiving retreat is offered as a way to support folks who need some peace and quiet during this holiday. We invite you to take a sacred pause, to sit, to lay down, to be in nature, to meditate, and to come back to center.
Wintering – A relaxation retreat
With Clare Buckley
December 4 - 6, 2026
Join Senior Yoga Teacher Clare Buckley in the serene and beautiful setting of Ratna Ling and awaken to the experience of holistic wellbeing. In the serene and beautiful setting of Ratna Ling, we will explore embodied movement, breath work, energy work, meditation and mindful practices to deeply nourish energy pathways and to restore balance and equanimity.
Starting Anew – A Mindfulness Retreat for the New Year
With Maria Helena Kubrusly
January 8 - 10, 2027
Imagine this coming new year how you want to show up for yourself, your loved ones, and your coworkers. Through meditation, you become more aware of the patterns that drive and motivate your actions. This January retreat is designed for you to get to know yourself better and consider how you want your next year to unfold.
Full Moon New Year Reset
With Alyssa Lauren Stone
January 22 - 24, 2027
Join certified yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and published writer, Alyssa Lauren Stone, for a transformative weekend. From faster-paced Vinyasa flows to more restful Restorative poses, we will explore different types of yoga, breath-work, and meditation techniques to get the body energized and relaxed.
Flow & Steep: A Qigong and Tea Retreat
With Dr. Cynthia Li, Daniela Cubelic and Pavi Mehta
February 19 - 21, 2027
Book now and get $100.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Nov 20, 2026.
Rooted in qigong — one of China's oldest contemplative healing traditions — this retreat weaves together gentle movement, breath, visualization, sound, and stillness into a living practice.
Spring Radiance: Harness Energy & Awaken Joy
With Klara Crean and Leslie Tippell
May 14 - 16, 2027
Book now and get $50.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Feb 12, 2027.
Step into the radiant embrace of late summer and join us for an immersive retreat in Sonoma County, where the season’s vibrant energy becomes your catalyst for renewal and inner power.
Visiting Ratna Ling
Situated on 120 acres of beautiful redwoods, Ratna Ling Retreat Center was built for relaxation, quiet time and spiritual practice, away from the demands of modern life. Since 2009, Ratna Ling has hosted guests from all around the world.
“A beautiful and serene retreat center. The setting is breath-taking. The food is delicious and the accommodations are clean, comfortable and exquisitely designed. A wonderful getaway to truly relax and escape from it all.”
– Beth Berlin-Stephens, a Google review
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“Focusing on education, healing and transmission of spirituality into everyday life, Ratna Ling will be guided by the purpose of service to humanity, by leading individuals toward wholeness and wellness, in the direction of the path to Enlightenment.”
–– Tarthang Tulku Rinpoche, Founder of Ratna Ling Retreat Center
Jocelyn Rohan
2 weeks ago
The setting is peaceful and breathtaking. There’s plenty of space to find peace and solitude as well as places to connect with others. The food is delicious and plentiful and the staff is approachable and welcoming.
Mary Casey
2 weeks ago
Beautiful retreat center in Sonoma County. I attended a writing retreat at Ratna Ling and was so impressed with the comfortable, charming cabins and the volunteer staff who prepared delicious vegan meals for us. The location is quiet and peaceful (dark starry skies). The center has many wonderful spaces (library, dining room, large meeting room) for group or solitary work. The dining room is bright and large, with a gorgeous stone fireplace and pretty fresh flower arrangements on each table. I attended a lovely yoga class and a guided meditation in the temple. Other personal services (e.g., massage) are also available on request.
Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
Peter Baumann
3 weeks ago
I've never been at a place that offers the kind of solitude that Ratna Ling provides. The accommodations are superb, everything is taken care of and the spaciousness is extraordinary!
David Dinner
1 month ago
The best retreat center for small out medium sized events I’ve ever seen.
annjlin
4 months ago
Ratna Ling Retreat Center exceeded my expectations by far! I attended the Spring Renewal session. This was my first yoga retreat and my first time at Ratna Ling. So, I had no idea what to expect. I was worried that the accommodations would be too rustic or the food would not be to my liking. However, I had no reason to be anxious. The cottages were very nice! The rooms were spacious, clean, with good amenities, and beautiful, relaxing views. The food was delicious and accommodated a gluten free diet, if needed! I am not a vegetarian, but after this weekend, I feel like I could be. The salad bars were full of yummy options. The hot entrees varied from Thai curries, to Mediterranean themed options to warming soups. Their breakfasts were amazing: a yogurt bar, an oatmeal bar, eggs, mushrooms, avocados, breads, and fruit. The dessert options were so good too. I can't write enough good things about the food. We were lucky that the weather was perfect. We got to enjoy a nice guided hike to Stump beach that was an added pleasant surprise to our experience at Ratna Ling. Finally, the staff were very helpful and friendly. I am so happy that I was able to spend the weekend at Ratna Ling with my friends doing yoga. It was just the kind of getaway that we all needed.
Tylee Cocca
5 months ago
My first ever retreat with Clare Buckley. 5⭐️ from beginning to end. I’m disabled and in a knee brace, the staff and Clare as well as her daughter went well above and beyond assisting me so I could participate in yoga exercises. Food, lodging, and all the women at this retreat were absolutely amazing. I will definitely be returning. I needed a nervous system reset and being in the calm beautiful redwoods with Clare and staff as well as lodging definitely was more than therapeutic.. 🫶
Andres Chavez
9 months ago
The retreat center is located in very beautiful and serene surroundings I recently attended a weekend yoga retreat at the center the instructor was awesome and the group of students was amazing I stayed in a beautifully appointed cabin in the middle of a very peaceful redwood forest wild turkeys running about with beautiful deer the staff was very friendly and welcoming the food was great will recommend without any reservations to everyone
Norma Bower
11 months ago
The center is nestled in the trees and mountains and just a lovely setting. The guest cabins are gorgeous wood structures and so well appointed. The 2 bedroom cabins are lovely private and nestled in the trees, the decks face away from other cabins so you feel like you are in your own world. The furniture lovely and comfortable and the spa bathtub was a total oasis of relaxation itself. We didn't get to use the wood stove but it looked inviting. While we didn't experience any rain - the metal rooves on the cabins would have made such a sound. The main lodge was a 5 minute walk on a paved path through nature. The wooden structure has high ceilings, beams, warm woodwork and stone work and is quite beautiful. There are fountains and outdoor seating. The vegetarian meal were so delicious - both a feast for the taste buds and the eyes. the fresh baked bread and desserts were scrumptious. So many fresh local ingredients. The yoga room had a gorgeous wood ceiling and many windows, such a warm welcoming space. Many acres to explore and enjoy.
Teri Beckman
12 months ago
This is a magnificent retreat center. The cottages you stay in are incredibly comfortable and the meeting spaces beautiful. The whole campus is engulfed in a redwood forest. The energy there is so positive. I can’t wait to return. If you have a chance to go on retreat there- don’t hesitate!
The Meaghan Method
1 year ago
It's so nice to get away in nature, reconnect to the earth, do some yoga and eat some real, whole foods. I truly enjoyed staying at Ratna Ling in June for a Mindful Money Retreat. There was such a grounded, compassionate energy throughout the experience, one that allowed for honest reflection, learning, and healing.
From the people volunteering on the property to those hosting the retreat. Everyone and everything was fantastic. The ride up the cost is gorgeous and the property has lots of nature to enjoy. My cabin was cozy and spacious, with a beautiful view. Honestly, there was always a beautiful view to be found. Gloria led beautiful yoga classes overlooking the trees that were both strong, empowering and calming. I felt so at peace while at Ratna Ling and I can't wait to go back again.
From the people volunteering on the property to those hosting the retreat. Everyone and everything was fantastic. The ride up the cost is gorgeous and the property has lots of nature to enjoy. My cabin was cozy and spacious, with a beautiful view. Honestly, there was always a beautiful view to be found. Gloria led beautiful yoga classes overlooking the trees that were both strong, empowering and calming. I felt so at peace while at Ratna Ling and I can't wait to go back again.
Nicki
1 year ago
A perfect setting for the writer's retreat I attended, Ratna Ling was everything I had hoped for, and more. Accommodations were more than expected: spacious cabins nestled in the redwoods, comfy beds, modern bathroom (with jacuzzi tub!), an inspiring stroll to breakfast in the morning, and the vegetarian meals are superb! A quiet like no other. A most enJOYable experience.
Kurt Wallace
1 year ago
A simply marvelous environment, with an exceptional staff!
Rachel Lipton
1 year ago
Ratna Ling is a fabulous place to participate and host a retreat! I have been both a participants and a facilitator, and the center is amazing. The staff are warm and friendly, the food is healthy and delicious, and the accommodations are deluxe. The yoga room is also beautiful, and my students really loved and appreciated the space.
Janice Lodato
1 year ago
Absolutely the best. Serene, quiet, peaceful. I attended a retreat here led by Becky Vollmer and Michael Wilson. It was a truly transformational experience. The cottages are spacious and well stocked with everything you need. The food is so fresh and delicious! The staff is accommodating and welcoming. And nature surrounds you in all of her magnificence.
Kathryn Arbeit
1 year ago
I have done many retreats in various settings (and price points) over the years, and Gloria Baraquio's Weekend of Self-Care retreat at Ratna Ling over Memorial Day Weekend was truly something extraordinary. She, along with Kimberly Millard, who provided additional yoga instruction and sound healing and George Wiegand, who taught meditation, created a very special container for the weekend, and I am still feeling renewed 10 days later. Ratna Ling is a very beautiful place with great creature comforts, and the staff was so kind and caring. Thank you - I cannot wait to return!
Tamara Murray
1 year ago
This is a wonderful retreat center with down to earth vibes. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful, and everything around the space is well cared for. The volunteer staff are kind and welcoming and the food was nutritious and abundant. Saw turkeys, skunks, rabbits, and so many birds. Highly recommended. Thank you for the beautiful experience.
Phaedra Bell
1 year ago
Such a beautiful spot. Calming, peaceful, well run, and inclusive.
Ann Protter
1 year ago
This was my third yoga retreat at Ratna Ling with Patricia Becker. Ratna Ling is settled into the costal range with large trees on acres and acres of land. There is a sense of peace that you feel as soon as you enter. The main building is stunning - and calming. It invites one to relax. The cottages are equally beautiful. There are paths to walk and nature surrounds you. The food is delicious - fresh, fresh vegetables, and a variety of delights that are well prepared and presented. Then there's the yoga with Patrica. She's lovely, both calming and energizing, and knows how to make a community of the group. It was a truly wonderful weekend. I can't wait to return.
Monish Pahilajani
2 years ago
I came here for my first retreat and it was everything I wanted and more. Introspection, contemplation, spiritual energy, community, and healthy food! The cabins are designed so thoughtfully, the whole program was so well executed, and the energy is so welcoming. I would return!
Mar Klein
2 years ago
I visited Ratna Ling for a weekend yoga retreat and had a wonderful experience! Immediately upon entering the property, I felt at ease within the beautiful surroundings. The property feels removed/off-the-grid enough, while still being accessible.
The Ratna Ling staff is kind, the cabins are comfy & cozy, the yoga room is lovely, and while I am not vegetarian, I really enjoyed the vegetarian food (especially the fresh baked bread). I encourage you to pay the center a visit and immerse yourself in the experience.
The Ratna Ling staff is kind, the cabins are comfy & cozy, the yoga room is lovely, and while I am not vegetarian, I really enjoyed the vegetarian food (especially the fresh baked bread). I encourage you to pay the center a visit and immerse yourself in the experience.
Sarah Michelson
2 years ago
I attended the Women's Wellness Weekend at Ratna Ling and I would highly recommend the experience to anyone! The entire staff and all the volunteers were passionate and knowledgeable and created a safe, nurturing environment to allow for deep self-exploration. The grounds, cabins, and lodge are luxurious and peaceful, and I left feeling refreshed. I can't wait to return!
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