Love this place! I spent 3 days at Silent Stay last year for a personal meditative retreat, and again recently, and can truly say that it exceeded all my expectations. Being there is like a blissful peaceful sanctuary for the soul, heaven on earth, full of goodness and grace. The unique heartful style of meditation Bruce and Ruth teach is the best, most beautiful and effective I have ever experienced… a gift which keeps on giving… abundantly!
Mitzi N.
Classificação do local: 5 Elmwood Park, IL
Time spent at Silent Stay is the greatest gift one can give to himself or herself. Ruth and Bruce are absolutely lovely. The hermitage is amazing — welcoming, serene, and full of quiet spaces to meditate and relax. I went in full of stress and anxiety, and I left with a renewed sense of inner awareness and calm. So transformational!
S R K.
Classificação do local: 5 Cupertino, CA
We wanted something calm and relaxing for July-4. Out of nowhere an idea came to us that a retreat of sorts might work really well. We google for some spiritual retreats in and around San Francisco Bay Area. Few places stood out but Silent Stay retreat is what worked out and we’re glad it did. Ruth infact upgraded us for free when somebody else canceled their stay. The place is very secluded and in serene settings. There are couple meditation sessions with Ruth & Bruce which are very nice. You share a house with few guests. You get a room to yourself, and share a common kitchen. Kitchen is awesome with pretty much everything you need. You bring your own groceries but there are some items like sugar, flour, eggs, coffee, tea that is provided. We loved our stay there — one of the best things we’ve done thus far. We’ll be back !
Jay T.
Classificação do local: 3 Los Angeles, CA
I wish I would haven known it was a shared home with 6 different guest. I live alone so being in a home with so many people actually was VERY loud. In he morning I felt like a kid when you hear the house waking up, the kitchen was extremely loud as people cook and snack all day(understandable, I did it too!). But after the first day, I just felt cramp but again, I am use to living alone so it was a bit weird. Ruth and Bruce were very nice, they did meditation twice a day(which I enjoyed) and a movement meditation session, which I will not comment on but interested in others thoughts lol. I felt I was lounging around on a lazy Sunday with strangers. Overall, it was a-ok.
Charith W.
Classificação do local: 5 San Francisco, CA
Amazing setting in Nothern CA. Serene, exquisitely pretty and wonderfully warm hosts. I spent 3 nights there. My favorites: Morning sits with Bruce & Ruth, watching the deer under the shade of the softly rustling trees, and the opportunity to relax deeply beside the fire place. And they have a fabulous kitchen as well. I’ll be back and am glad its only an hour away!
Alireza A.
Classificação do local: 5 Cupertino, CA
I stayed @ Silent Stay for 4 days during Jan. 2015. I couldn’t ask for a better place to clear my mind and refresh. Everything about this place is beautiful and peaceful. I thoroughly enjoyed our group meditation sittings mornings and evenings. The property has a lot of trails so I spent big chunk of the day walking the trails and walking around. At nights, I spent my team looking at stars and appreciate being away from city lights. Ruth and Bruce welcomed me like a family member to their house. The house itself is beautiful newly remodel, comfortable and cozy. The kitchen had everything so cooking food was a fun part of my day. If you are looking for a place to calm down, re-focus and cleanse look no further. Reasonably priced and extremely accommodating hosts will make your stay well worthwhile. @Ruth & Bruce Thank you for having me there. Looking forward to coming back there as soon as I can.
Karl S.
Classificação do local: 5 Brentwood, CA
Had an absolutely amazing journey here. Unplugged, no phones, no news, just clean air, meditation twice a day, hiking the gorgeous hills and climbing trees like a kid. I can’t recommend this place enough.
Serena N.
Classificação do local: 5 Berkeley, CA
Silent Stay is where my heart begins to touch its true home. The longer the stay, the calmer the mind. The spaciousness of the silence is a gift and the«home» where one stays truly feels welcoming and is so easy to settle into. Silent Stay offers a gift of grace by its’ presence and the beautiful hearts of Bruce and Ruth. They truly feel like family to me. Serena(Nova) Berkeley, CA
Suzie D.
Classificação do local: 5 Nevada City, CA
Bruce and Ruth have a loving and beautiful way to bring you to the silence that is needed in our busy world. The mediations are deep and real, very real. The layout and scenery keeps one in a space of inner peace. The rooms are tasteful and extremely comfortable with everything you will need. Using the kitchen to make your meals was easier than I thought and I appreciated having the food I like to eat available when I choose. Make your plans now, you will be surprised and very grateful to be in silence. I know I was
Kate M.
Classificação do local: 5 North Beach/Telegraph Hill, San Francisco, CA
I recently did a 3 day retreat at Silent Stay and it was the best gift I could have given myself. I arrived feeling stressed, overwhelmed and stuck in my head… three days later, I was peaceful, filled with insight, and motivated to deepen my daily meditation pratice. The owners, Bruce and Ruth are very welcoming and kind. They provide just the right amount of guidance and structure to make the experience effective, still allowing plenty of free time read, write, walk, or just be in nature. Speaking of nature– the setting is stunning. Panoramic views of the hills and valleys everywhere! The house itself is spacious, well decorated, and spotless. It really felt like home. Already thinking about when I can go back!
C W.
Classificação do local: 5 Valencia, CA
I was very fortunate to come across with this place and was there for four days. This place is absolutely amazing and beautiful. It’s so quiet and peaceful that you can hear nothing but nature, your own breath, and heart beats. The hosts of the facility are very kind, friendly, and helpful. Not only I fulfilled what I was looking for — a real silent retreat, I was also able to connect with nature. I will definitely return.