Deep Rest
Rest deeply, live freely, naturally.
Deep Rest offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with nature's rhythms at Hestia Retreat Center, a 10-acre sanctuary near Mount Shasta, California. This location, considered one of the earth's most potent healing vortexes, provides a truly immersive experience. Guests stay in spacious 20-foot yurts, surrounded by fragrant oak and cedar trees, with skylight domes offering incredible nighttime views. The center emphasizes rejuvenation and transformation through intentionally designed indoor and outdoor spaces. With a focus on locally sourced, farm-to-table meals, Deep Rest provides a holistic environment for profound rest and a deeper connection to the natural world. It's an ideal escape for those looking to unplug and find serenity amidst powerful natural beauty.
Highlights
- Stay in spacious 20-foot yurts with skylight domes for stargazing
- Located near Mount Shasta, a potent healing vortex
- Enjoy locally sourced, farm-to-table meals
- Intentionally designed indoor and outdoor spaces for rejuvenation
- Surrounded by an enchanted forest and sacred flowing waters
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Setting
Deep Rest is situated at Hestia Retreat Center, a 10-acre sanctuary set near Mount Shasta, California. This area is renowned for its natural beauty and is considered a potent healing vortex. The landscape is characterized by an enchanted forest and sacred flowing waters, creating a serene and energetically attuned environment well suited to rejuvenation and transformation.
The practice
While a specific tradition isn't named, Deep Rest focuses on health and wellness, aiming to reunite guests with nature's rhythms for deeper rest and freer living. The experience likely involves practices that encourage relaxation, mindfulness, and connection to the natural environment, suitable for anyone looking to de-stress and rejuvenate.
A typical day
The daily rhythm at Deep Rest is designed to support deep rest and connection with nature. While a precise schedule isn't provided, expect a flow that integrates time for personal reflection, engagement with the natural surroundings, and communal farm-to-table meals. The focus is on allowing guests to reconnect with their inner rhythms.
Accommodation
Guests at Deep Rest stay in spacious 20-foot yurts, encircled by fragrant oak and cedar trees. Each yurt features a beautiful skylight dome, offering amazing nighttime views of the stars.
What to bring
Given the natural setting and potential for varying temperatures, pack layers suitable for both warm days and cool evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for exploring the surrounding forest. Consider bringing a reusable water bottle.
How to get there
Deep Rest is located at 3935 Stewart Springs Road, Weed, CA. The closest airports are Medford, OR and Redding, CA, both about a 1-1.5 hour drive away. Sacramento, San Francisco, and Oakland airports are 4-5 hours away. The nearest train stop is Dunsmuir.
Nearest airport: Eastern Sierra Regional Airport (BIH) (82 km)
From Eastern Sierra Regional Airport (BIH), approximately 82 km away, you would need to arrange private transport as local shuttles primarily serve Medford and Redding airports.
Nearest city: Bishop
Public transport: You can take an overnight train from Emeryville, CA to Dunsmuir. Local shuttles, Shasta Shuttle and Mount Shasta Tours and Shuttle, are available for transport.
Pricing for retreats at Deep Rest starts from USD 236.
Interested in this center? Check availability and upcoming retreats on their official site.
Visit Deep Rest websiteClimate
Climate Zone: Cold continental
Best Months: Jul, Jan, Aug
Avoid: Feb, Mar, Dec
Weed, CA experiences an annual average temperature of 4.0°C. The warmest months are June, July, and August, while the coolest are January, February, and March. July, August, and January are typically the driest months, with February, March, and December being the wettest.
Location
Frequently asked questions
What kind of accommodation is available at Deep Rest?
Guests stay in spacious 20-foot yurts, which are encircled by oak and cedar trees and feature skylight domes for nighttime views.
What are the meal options like?
Deep Rest provides locally sourced, farm-to-table meals. Vegetarian and organic options are available.
How do I get to Deep Rest?
The closest airports are Medford, OR (1-1.5 hour drive) and Redding, CA (1-1.5 hour drive). You can also take a train to Dunsmuir. Local shuttles like Shasta Shuttle and Mount Shasta Tours and Shuttle are available for transport from airports or the train station. Driving directions are available by entering 3935 Stewart Springs Road, Weed, CA into your GPS.
What should I be aware of when driving to the center?
Be mindful of speed limits on I-5, especially around Redding, as they vary. Also, drive slowly on Stewart Springs Road, especially at night, due to deer and other wildlife, and limited lighting.
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