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Book - Here is some recent feedback
August 2008 I slept until 11am - first
time in 20 years
August 2008. Andy S at the LBC: The cabin
is so comfortable and well resourced with everything you'd ever need
or want that it felt more like stayingh in somebody's own home! At the
same time though, the surroundings are so private, peaceful and beautiful
that it feels like a magical place.
Padmacandra - 10 day solitary. It is like
Piccadilly circus here what with deer, jays, wrens, missell thrushes,
and foxes all encroaching on my natural habitat. On one occasion there
was a squirrel, two rabbits and a pigeon all busying themselves on the
lawn at once. The pigeon looked particularly pleased with itself. Nevertheless
I have had a delightful and productive time, with lots of meditation.
I recommend bringing a copy of Ryokans poems if you come. I particularly
thought of him today as I wheeled a barrow load of leaves over the little
wooden bridge to return them to the forest. I loved the wood burning
stove, although I began having more sympathy for Bhante's friend who
viewed the tree with him. Eating pierced potatoes wrapped in foil and
thrown into the back of the stove one evening was a treat. I enjoyed
the awareness opportunities of simple tasks about the place such as
chopping wood, fetching water, raking leaves. Thank you to Peter, Srivati
and the Parnham family for their generosity. I hope the creatures of
the forest will allow me to visit them again, and that the merit gained
by my practice in the cabin will go back into the world to bring benefit
to beings. May all who visit here be blessed!
I just wanted to drop you a line to say
that I had a lovely stay at the cabin, beautifully peaceful, just what
I needed… it really is a beautiful place to retreat. I so enjoyed the
tranquillity and my walks through the woods, not to mention the simple
pleasures of sawing wood and building a fire in the evenings. Thank
you for sharing this lovely piece of paradise. I enjoyed my time there
so much, I don't doubt I shall be back again at some point in the future
:) Claire Bond. Nov 07.
Danaloka is really a magical little place
and so accessible from London. The autumn colours in the garden were
fantastic as well. I had a great little break, so thanks once again.
Andy Glazewski Oct 07
November 2007 - Roland and family: Most
of friends know about our second visit to Danaloka and how much we enjoyed
it. I still can't believe that there is a place like that actually inside
the M25 and so near to home. Danaloka has this kind of charm about it
that makes it so easy to forget everything on the outside world. While
we were there, we never missed anything on the outside of that forest.
Now we are on the "outside" we miss Danaloka. Thanks for making
it happen. I'm sure we will be back soon.
October 2007 - Prasannavira: 'Refreshing
and recuperating to spend valuable time alone amidst a gentle green
world meeting deer, foxes, jays and white-bobbed rabbits – to leave
London with its toil for ease, and to return in the blink of any eye
was an unexpected treat – 9 days very well spent but not long enough!
John Bradford - I have been 3 times since
2003. The cabin is very warm and comfortable and feels secluded, with
quick and easy access by car from London. It was also great to be next
door to a large area of ancient woodland, ideal for a little friendly
'deer stalking'!
Teresa del Soldato Wild Cherry 1 week solitary. So near and yet so far!
I felt the place was mine, and yet it belongs to all of us. Danaloka
is a place full of surprises. I loved the bare simplicity of Danaloka,
and my time there was full of enjoyable basic tasks that kept me in
contact with the elements. Fetching water, chopping wood (it's great,
honestly), making fire, watching animals around, sitting by the big
tree in the garden, listening to the birds. So simple, and so relaxing.
Srivati -Wonderful solitary retreat.
Peter, Dushan, Tanya, Renata Weekend Psychodrama group. Absolutely fantastic.
Saw lots of deer and even 2 wild hogs! It was cosy and really peaceful.
Clare Barton-Harvey 1 week solitary. Lovely place indeed and a very
inspiring project. Lovely woods and very pretty inside the cabin too.
Convenient and great support for practice. Thank you, I am booking a
week solitary within a couple of months! 36428
Vajrapriya 2 week solitary - Really enjoyed it.
Dhammadassin I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Danaloka - the place is
a boon for anyone looking for a homely, well-cared for place to stay,
within magically easy reach of East London. I especially loved the garden,
with its birds and wildlife. Its imperceptible merging into the woodland
beyond makes it feel so spacious, not just like a garden, but a whole
realm!
Vanaraji, Sandra Dias, Guy Redmond, Penny Graham 130604
Nicki Kemp 180604. After a weekend of solitude at Danaloka I feel wonderfully
refreshed, positive and well. Danaloka's values, along with the space
and freedom I found there, have left me feeling deeply touched. It is
an enchanting and very special place
Rudy Kennard Colchester BC. 1 weeks Solitary. Fantastic location and
beautiful woodland. Mindful walks and a tranquil setting. Very restful,
energy restoring week!
NLBC chapter Absolutely superb and so easy to get to, makes all the
difference.
Dusan + Group psychotherapy Fantastic! Peace, wildlife, cosy and comfortable.
I felt as if we were away for weeks and would certainly recommend it
to my friends.
Sadhita 1 wk. Solitary. I enjoyed my stay in the rustic woodland of
Danaloka. I particularly appreciated the well fitted out kitchen and
the lovely garden. Many thanks.
Clare Owen. Evolution E2 6 days Solitary. "I felt at home straight
away thanks to Peter's friendly door to door service and what a comfortable
cabin - very well equipped kitchen and fantastic sofa!! I didn't want
for anything. It was so nice to be in such an old woodland and in such
easy reach of London....... The interaction with the wild life (deer,
foxes, birds...) was great"
M ark Singleton -Cambridge BC,
Subhadramati (Dublin BC) & Julia Lewis LBC Absolutely marvelous!
A delightful place and sooooooo near London. Crawling with wildlife!
(S)
Really lovely and so near to London. (JL)
Will Leifer (Friends Organic) 2 wks solitary. Will definitely come again.
Had lovely retreat, beautiful walks in the woods and well equipped cabin.
Great !
Srivati Solitary, Anastra
Evolution E2 Wk solitary. There is something so lovely, so calming,
knowing that no person will intrude in one's spaciousness. Danaloka
is a perfect place for this kind of experience and extending one's practice
whilst surrounded by a haven for wildlife. Simply Fantastic! Can I book
for January please?
Subha (Saw deer and wild boar!) "Just what I needed for a long
weekend solitary break out of London. I particularly enjoyed sitting
by the window with the sun streaming in looking out on the autumn woodland."
Vishvapani 10 day solitary - " Just Excellent" note to follow
Sucimanasa + + Padumachitta. Absolutely lovely. Cosy and beautiful surroundings.
Emma Styles Lovely, lovely place, so close to home - beautiful light,
birdsong, rabbit tracks in the snow and a little deer in the garden
this morning! All that and very warm in the cold of weather.
Robert Diamond w/e solitary. Colchester/LBC
Graham Patterson, LBC - Solitary I had a good week here. Particularly
loved the way the garden becomes the forest via the little bridge. Very
magical. And so close to London! I would definitely like to return.
I also really appreciate the way the project has been set up. Thank
you
Amaracandra Cambridge Evo - 2 weeks Solitary
Julia Lewis Pre Ordination retreat. Absolutely fantastic… just exactly
what I needed and I really appreciate Danaloka.
Keith Parnham Family break. Danaloka was previously owned by the Parnham's
for generations!
Jo Robinson, Manjumitra, Karunamati, Paul Powell, Jo Hughes,
Attridge Family Steve, Alison and their 3 children!
John Bradford, Antony Stenson, Ratnaprabha,
Aaron 2wks: I really enjoyed Danaloka, and want to thoroughly rejoice
in the generosity that is obvious there and so contributes to a wonderful
atmosphere- and what a magical bit of woodland. I loved it.
Jo Bennett & Pals, Val Blomfield, Roy Peters:
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