Chenrezig Institute - Accommodation

Chenrezig Institute offers a unique opportunity to live, study and mediate within a monastic community in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.

Our setting is aimed to support people undertaking their own retreats or retreats offered by the centre. In the words of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, our Spiritual Director, we aim to offer; “a holiday from negative karma, a holiday from the three poisonous minds and the self-cherishing thoughts, a holiday from the self-grasping of the person and phenomena, a holiday from the wrong concepts…”

As a guest or retreatant, you are able to participate in our regular teaching program which includes the Buddhist Studies Program; Discovering Buddhism course, weekend courses and regular meditation and teaching classes. Please go to our teaching program page for more information on the program.

To support your practice; you can make an appointment with our main teachers Geshe Tashi Tsering and Geshe Jamyang as well as our Sangha (nuns and monks) to ask questions and request advice.

The centre also has an expansive library hosting books, journals, videos and DVDs. The library can be accessed most days and evenings.

All people, from those just beginning their spiritual journey to experienced practioners, are welcome at Chenrezig Institute. You don’t need to be Buddhist to come and stay at Chenrezig Institute; but you do need to have an open heart and mind and a commitment to live by the five lay precepts (listed below) while you are here.

The combination of our study program, community living and natural setting in the Sunshine Coast hinterland is sure to provide you with a conducive environment to develop and advance your spiritual practice.

What type of accommodation is available at Chenrezig Institute?

Chenrezig Institute has a range of accommodation available. All accommodation is comfortable, and simple; with most having shared rooms and bathrooms. Chenrezig Institute sits within a regenerated natural habitat with an abundance of wildlife. Our water supply is drawn from our spring fed dams and harvested rainwater for drinking.

Our selection of accommodation offers you easy access to the Gompa and teachings and is here to support study, meditation and reflection during your stay.

Retreat Huts

Retreat Huts are located on the southern side of The Hill and are available for people on private or group retreats and to course participants. The Retreat Huts are located in a designated silent area.

All Retreat Huts have kitchen facilities for the preparation of meals. However to support people on retreats – arrangements can be made for lunch and supper to be delivered from the kitchen to retreatants from Wednesday to Sunday (retreatants will need to be self-sufficient on Monday and Tuesday). Retreat Hut #5 has its own bathroom while the other four Retreat Huts share a communal bathroom .

Spiritual guideance and support is available from Geshe-la and the Sangha for retreatants to develop their practice as part of their retreat.

Cost:
$50 per night – fully self contained
$45 per night – with communal bathroom

Motel

Upstairs rooms of the motel sleep two people in single beds while downstairs rooms include a single bed and futon. All rooms share the communal bathroom and toilet facilities located at the end of the building on the ground floor.

Cost:
$35 per person per night – single room
$25 per person per night – shared occupancy

Sangha House

Located near the top of the Hill, Sangha House includes four bedrooms with an option of shared or single occupancy. There are two bathrooms and shared kitchen facilities available.

Cost:

$47 per person per night – single room
$39 per person per night - twin room

Camping

Camping sites are available on the large, grassy area “down the hill” from the Gompa with communal bathrooms close by. Please note: the camping area is in a residential area of the property; if you are requiring an environment for retreat; alternative accommodation of either motel, Sangha House or a Retreat Hut may be better option for you.

Cost:

$15 per camping site (two people)

Extra information

Chenrezig Institute requires a $20 non-refundable deposit to secure all bookings. This deposit can be made by credit card or by mailing us a cheque or money order at Chenrezig Institute PO Box 41, Eudlo, QLD 4554.

Telephone bookings can be made by calling Reception during our office hours.

* A weekly rate for the above options is six times the daily rate.
* All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars.

What days can I arrive and depart Chenrezig Institute?

To help facilitate your stay at Chenrezig Institute, and to participate more fully in daily life here; you can book into your accommodation from Wednesday to Sunday. It is requested that you arrive during Reception hours so that you can be provided with a brief rundown of the centre and your immediate questions can be answered. However, if you are unable to arrive during reception hours; a notice will be posted on the Reception / Shop door advising you which room you have been allocated. A map will be available to direct you to your accommodation.

You can check out of Chenrezig Institute any day of the week. However, if you are leaving on Monday or Tuesday you must ensure that you have paid all accounts at the Reception by Sunday morning.

How long can I stay at Chenrezig Institute?

Our short term accommodation is available from one night up to a maximum stay of one month. If during this stay you decide you would like to stay longer; please approach the Centre Services Manager to discuss the process of becoming a long term guest/ retreatant.

Please indicate if you are undertaking a long term retreat in the booking form. When doing a retreat; you do not need to follow the procedure described above and you can book for the prescribed length of your retreat. Chenrezig Institute is able to offer reduced rates for people undertaking approved long term retreats.

What should I pack for my stay?

Torch – most important for night time here!
Hat and sunscreen during our warmer months
An extra blanket if you feel the cold during the winter months
Insect repellent
Towel
Thongs for the shower
Closed in footwear with good grip for walking (the centre is located on a steep hill)
Appropriate clothing (as we are a monastic community)
Warm clothing in winter
Food if staying on Monday/Tuesday

Bedding is provided to all guests (except for campers)

Is food available at Chenrezig Institute?

Lama Yeshe’s Big Love Café is available for breakfast, lunch and supper from Wednesday to Sunday. Guests staying in the motel and camping area can use a guest fridge and microwave located in the Cafe and are also provided with cutlery and crockery.

It is recommended that you bring all your own food supplies with you if you are staying over on Monday and Tuesday. Public transport is limited to and from the centre and closest shop is 15 minutes by car.

What does a Code of Conduct mean?

Chenrezig Institute is a monastic community and we require all guests to abide by our Code of Conduct. Please abide by the following five lay precepts when on the property:

To abstain from intentionally killing any living being
To abstain from stealing or taking that which is not freely given
To abstain from lying
To abstain from sexual misconduct
To abstain from intoxicants (including alcohol, marijuana)

Please indicate you have read and will follow the Code of Conduct by checking the appropriate box in the accommodation booking form. You can be asked to leave the property immediately if you breach the Code of Conduct.

Cigarette smoking is permitted in a designated smoking area below the car park only.

Other information:

Chenrezig Institute is a centre for Buddhist study, meditation, retreat and practice. We are a community comprising of Tibetan teachers, Western nuns, monks and lay people.

We are predominately a scholastic centre; a centre for Education. Please understand that we do not have trained counsellors on the property nor do we have the staff or facilities to support people with mental health issues or addiction issues.

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