New Vehicle-free Zone this Summer
In an effort to reduce noise and emissions from the pool and massage areas, the road above the gazebo has been designated a vehicle-free zone on weekends after 3 PM on Friday. Cars with blue disability placards or plates are exceptions. Luggage shuttle service will be available Friday 3-9, Saturday 12-6, and Sunday 12-6. We've really noticed the difference since experimenting with this system, and we think you'll appreciate the renewed peace and quiet.
Repair Project Noise
Maintaining and renovating a century-old retreat center is a never-ending process. Buildings need paint, wood rots, pipes drip, doors creak, and trees fall. And then there are the self-created challenges like reviving the sauna and cold plunge. Each project comes with its share of expense, time, effort, and -- unfortunately – some inevitable noise.
Because repair projects tend to happen on weekdays, we ask that guests support us with their patience during this time. We are very conscious of the effect of noise on our retreat center guests, and every effort is made to minimize its impact. We appreciate your understanding.
Click here for information on upcoming projects
Cell Tower Hearing Postponed Until Aug 5
Harbin Hot Springs has appealed to the Lake County Board of Supervisors to deny building of a cell tower by US Cellular on Harbin Springs Road. The Cell tower hearing in Lakeport on May 20 has been postponed on the request of US Cellular. As part of the process of Harbin’s appeal to the Lake County Board of Supervisors, a site planner and a radio frequency expert were contracted. Their reports indicated that the project should have been treated as a major project instead the one for a minor use permit and that co-location by US Cellular is possible at Edge tower. One of these reports was completed very recently. We submitted these reports to the Planning Department, Board of Supervisors and US Cellular. After reviewing these reports US Cellular felt they needed more time to respond. The next meeting is now scheduled for August 5, 2008 at 1:30 PM.
Quarterly Magazine Now Online
Our Quarterly magazine, which is mailed four times a year to current Harbin members, is now available for viewing online. It's a wonderful publication dedicated to Harbin's history, our community of residents, creativity and spirituality as it flourishes around our springs. To view current workshop listings, visit our workshop section on this web site.
Click here to view our Quarterly Magazine (2MB pdf)
The Harbin Domes
If you’ve ever noticed the spheres perched on the side of Harbin Mountain, and wondered what it would be like to stay at this magical location during your Harbin visit, your time has arrived. The Harbin Domes – an otherworldly center originally host to our School of Shiatsu and Massage – has been remodeled and now features eleven private rooms. The quiet and tranquil complex includes shared restroom and shower facilities, and a common area. The incredible pools are used for professional Watsu sessions and classes during the day, and one is available to guests of the Domes for late night soaks under the stars. Call our reservationist for details and availability.
Click here for more photos of the Harbin Domes
Click here for driving directions to the Harbin Domes
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