Convenient to Washington DC metropolitan area and a walk to downtown Bethesda, MD and metro station (subway). Beautiful sunny room with wifi, laptop-friendly workspace, master bath, mini-fridge, radiant-heat floor, single bed, closet. Women only may stay in this room. Common space includes washer/dryer, kitchenette for heating food with herbal teas, healthy coffee substitutes and filtered water. home away from home. The Women's Floor is restricted to biological women who identify as women. The space Live your dream to disconnect from the hectic--- and embrace the quiet, wholistic, healthy environment of a small ashram, where the inner life of the spirit is honored and nurtured. Shanti Yoga Ashram cultivates community through spiritual practices which include silence, vegetarianism, clean living, mindfulness, and community work, as well as the yoga and meditation that you might expect. As such, prudence and discretion in respecting the rules and reverent atmosphere of the Ashram is lovingly requested. Slow down and soak in the warmth of community with deep respect for the inner life which we cherish. Guest access This room has a private Bath, common sitting area, kitchenette and laundry. Enjoy the peaceful yoga room in the Women's Residence and the beautiful yoga/meditation space at the Main House, next door. You are welcome to check out our scheduling and join in for yoga, prayers, meditation and other programming. During your stay Shanti Yoga Ashram is a small spiritual community with open doors for all those seeking a wholesome living space. While community life and our home businesses keep us well occupied, we are glad to offer assistance during your time here. The ashram has daily satsang (prayers and meditation), yoga classes, occasional events and ongoing service projects. You are welcome to participate if you wish. Other things to note Shanti Yoga Ashram is a unique and beautiful combination of inner spiritual practice and community activism. As our guest, we hope you will soak up and thrive in the silence and mindfulness; and find love and enthusiasm for the way we nurture the larger community through our thriving CSA Program and our Healthy Meals outreach. Volunteers for these projects meet on the property two mornings a week, which can be a little busy in the parking lot and other parts of the home for a few hours. Activities on the first floor should not affect the women's living floor or the privacy of your room. "Shanti" means "Peace"...and this space aspires to be an oasis of peace next to the hustle and bustle of the Washington, DC metro area, offering an environment that supports a balanced life providing both for the material and the spiritual.