Can I bring my dog/cat/pet?
We are all animal lovers, but to prevent any unforeseen conflict of interest (with our dogs, namely), and to keep our community areas allergen free, we do not allow guest animals on retreat.

Can I ride the horses?
All of our horses are young and in training. At this time guests are not permitted to ride them, however any of our horses will gladly accept carrots & apples from the kitchen.

Is there a computer I can use?
There is not a computer station, nor a printer. For guests with their own laptops, however, there are two ethernet connections and wireless access to broadband DSL in the Lodge.

Will my cellphone work?
Most likely yes, although you may have to experiment a bit to find a strong signal. Verizon tends to work better and T-Mobile tends to work less better. There is also a local landline which you can use with your calling card.

When are you guys going to make a cookbook with all of your great recipes?
A very popular question, and we thank you for your genuine interest and support! A simple first edition was scheduled to be available in June 2006, but...
Stay tuned to the website for more info...

Can my husband/wife and I enjoy a personal retreat at Laurel Springs?
Another popular question. We are only hosting group retreats at this time. Please contact us for information on upcoming retreats.

Do you hold children's retreats?
Generally, because of safety issues on a large cliffside ranch, we do not accept retreats for younger children. Each retreat is considered on an individual basis, however, and you are welcome to discuss your proposal with Kabir.

Can I have my wedding on the property?
It may not be impossible. We are extremely selective about weddings out of respect for the grounds and facilities, and safety of guests. If you would like to hold a ceremony with less than 50 people and are familiar with our Philosophy, contact Kabir to discuss further details.

Does that big windmill work?
The Polenko Windgeneratoren pictured on our home page was made in the Netherlands and was one of the first electric-producing wind generators in California, installed by Jane Fonda in 1981. A number of factors prevent it from being used today in its original capacity. Early design flaws, safety considerations, modern regulations, aging and outdated machinery, and ungodly amounts of generated noise, to name a few. It does however serve an unorthodox purpose. Local paragliders (including our own Kabir), navigating thermal wind currents, use it as a landmark to help guide their flights down from nearby mountain peaks, into Santa Barbara.