We are located just ten minutes from the University of Florida, on over 100 acres of secluded forest conservation land.

• 1200 square foot Dharma Room.
• Top teachers and programs in meditation, yoga, and more.
• Full vegetarian kitchen.
• Miles of hiking trails.
• Very reasonable rates.
• Facility available for private use/personal retreat time.
• Regular community satsang/kirtan/meditation/yoga.
• Check-in after 4 pm. Check out 11am.

All are welcome, but please make reservations in advance by calling 352-213-2221 or emailing GainesvilleRetreat@gmail.com. Guided hikes and meditation instruction available upon request.

The Gainesville Retreat Center is managed by a non-profit corporation which also manages the property as a wildlife refuge.  All donations will go to the non-profit corporation. 

If possible, please register for teacher-led retreats as soon as you can before the space is filled!  

We are a community retreat center. We also use the dana basket system to allow for our retreat participants to practice the paramita of giving, or generosity, by donating any additional funds they can, as the GRC relies on your donations to keep rates low and thus truly serve the kindred community. We also encourage participants to feel at home and contribute to the basic cleanliness and neatness of the center and living spaces during their stay.