Located in historic Shaker buildings on over 300 acres of natural beauty, the Abode is a spiritual center and retreat facility, a residential spiritual community, as well as a school of esoteric studies. Nestled in the foothills of the Berkshire and Taconic Mountains, our main campus with its original Shaker buildings serves as a host facility for retreats and group events.
Faith
Interfaith:
Interfaith
Open to All:
Open to All
Sufi:
Sufi
Average Cost: $$ - $$$
Work Exchange:
Yes!
Work-exchange is available. Applicatiions must be received and approved no later than 2 weeks prior to the event. Call for further information: 518-794-8095
Environment: Lake / Pond, Mountain, Rural, Rustic, Woods
Gay Friendly: Yes!
Restrictions: No Drugs, No Smoking
Language: English
Overnight Guest Capacity (defined as):
70
Meeting Space Capacity (defined as):
110
Dates Closed to Groups: Programs Season: April-November; off-season: December-March
Meeting Rooms:
Room Name | Square Feet | Capacity | Description |
Meditation hall | 1300 | 80 | |
Conference Room | | | |
Family Room | | 50 | |
Groups Served: Business, Church / Faith / Religious, Educational, Families, Health / Healing, Meditation Groups, Mens Groups, Music, Nature / Adventure, Non-profit, Personal Development Groups, Reunions, Silent, Womens Groups, Yoga Groups
Amenities: Chapel / Temple, Church / Prayer Services, Fire Pit / Circle, Gardens / Outdoor Space, Hardwood / Tile (non-carpet), Labyrinth, Massage Services, Meditation Hall, On-line / Internet Access, Swimming Pool / Lake, Walking/ Hiking Trails
Technology and AV: Basic Audio/Visual provided
Room Types: B&B, Cottage / Cabin, Dorm, Hotel, Tent
Total Number of Rooms:
30
Children OK: Yes!
Housing: A variety of rooms are available. All have shared bathrooms. Queen, Full, and twin beds; single, shared, and dorms. All bedding and towels provided. Guest housing is in historic Shaker buildings.
Food: Organic / Locally Grown, Vegetarian or Vegan Options
Meal Availability: Provided - All Meals, Provided - Some Meals
Location of this Retreat:
5 Abode Rd
New Lebanon, NY 12125
United States
Travel Info: Please see theabode.org for directions.
Also know, some maps say to turn on ChairFactory Road, but this is inaccurate. Shaker Road, Darrow Road, and Abode Road are all the same road.