General Information

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Accommodations
Our four guesthouses provide simple private, semi-private, and dorm rooms. Camping is available April through October; bring your own tent and bedding or small vehicle.
Please call the office at 845.782.5575 for more information.

Note: Be aware that there may be deer ticks as well as poison ivy in certain parts of the outdoors, especially in the spring and summer. We can advise you how to protect yourself. Please click here for important information.

Meals
We serve lacto-vegetarian and/or vegan meals in a variety of cuisines, incorporating fresh and natural foods wherever possible. Lunch is served daily. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on weekends and holidays and for special events or retreats. (Sunday dinner not included.) In season, some of the produce is supplied by the Ashram's organic garden. Water comes directly from our spring-fed wells.
For day guests: lunch or dinner $15.

What to Bring for Your Stay
Bring comfortable clothing for meditation and yoga or other exercise, warm clothing and firm shoes for outdoors, flashlight, toiletries and a mat or blanket for outdoor use. Also bring an extra towel if you require more than one per week. We do supply yoga mats and yoga props for use in our classes.

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Restrictions
Possession or use of alcohol and illegal drugs is prohibited on Ashram property. Do not bring and/or consume nonvegetarian food. Also be aware that pets are not permitted. Additional policies and regulations are communicated upon arrival. (You may inquire beforehand when calling to reserve your room.)

Gift Shop
Our Gift Shop and Bookstore carries works by Ashram Founder Shri Brahmananda Sarasvati in print and recorded media as well as a good selection of other books on Yoga-Vedanta and related topics. The audio section has CDs by many of the artists that have performed at the Ashram. We offer a wide variety of products and gift items including Ayurvedic products, essential oils, devotional items such as statues, mālās (prayer/mantra beads), meditation shawls, incense, candles and more. Plus there is a "Sweet Treats" and vegan snack section.
Hours: Please inquire about hours.
The Gift Shop is located downstairs in the Panini House Annex across the street from the main property. (Follow the signs.)
For more information on our publications, visit www.http://www.anandabookstore.com/

Swimming Pool
The swimming pool is open daily from around Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day, weather permitting. It is available for Ashram overnight guests. (Inquire about detailed policies.) Proper swim attire is required. Swimming is at your own risk. Please call to confirm pool availability.

Lotus Shala
Offering Ayurvedic facials and massage, Swedish massage, Shiatsu, acupressure, and Raindrop Technique. Eucalyptus sauna is available with massage. Open by appointment for members 10:30am to 7:00pm daily.

Children
Overnight accommodations for families with children may be limited. Please call to inquire and reserve in advance. Parents are fully responsible for supervising their children at all times. (Daycare is not available.)