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Dove Retreat Center, Santa Fe retreat center, santa fe conference center, Plant Peace Daily
Vegan Center & Wildlife Sanctuary

The Dove

The Dome of Vegan Events (DOVE) is for small groups of vegans - or for those willing to adhere to a vegan lifestyle while visiting the DOVE.  It sits on a 38-acre wildlife sanctuary within the Santa Fe National Forest near Santa Fe, NM. 

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Tranquility

Rae and JC acquired the land in 2019, and have since been steadily renovating the structurally-sound yet completely unique buildings on the 38-acre parcel of land in the Santa Fe National Forest (Southern Rocky Mountain Range). Located about 1/2 hour drive from downtown Santa Fe, the surroundings are beautiful and nature dominates the tranquil setting that nestles up to the towering ridge to the west. Only the occasional train whistle breaks through the wind swept forest. 

Visits

We have two RVs for glamping, three campsites or bring your own small RV or van for a secluded stay in our wildlife sanctuary. There are miles of great hiking with world-class mountain biking trails and ziplines nearby. Our large pavilion has electricity, WiFi, vegan grill and picnic tables. Cell reception is nearly everywhere. Beautiful mountain views, caves and private trails right on the property. More photos and trip planning HERE.

Living compassionately on the land

In an effort to use fewer resources, The DOVE has been renovated using repurposed materials whenever possible. All furnishings and artworks are gathered from yard sales, thrift stores and Freecycle. You will not find any animal products in the furnishings, linens, or pantry/refrigerator. All cleaning products used are 100% vegan and chemical free. The indoor spaces are safe for those with mild chemical sensitivity. (Those with more severe sensitivity may choose to avoid the main dome building due to a propane cooking stove and on demand water heater). 


We do not feed the birds because of the many species of wildlife in the area who would become habituated to being fed. Coyotes, bears, mountain lions, foxes and many others call the land their home. We do provide continuous water and it has become a birders paradise. Well behaved dogs who get along with others are welcome to stay at The Dove and enjoy the endless leash free trails. 

scrolling photo gallery of The Dove

Dome Interior

The main floor of the dome with a handmade spiral staircase to the second story floating floor.

Dome exterior

Side view of the dome and south room with the ridge to the west in the background.

Kitchen

The dome's circular kitchen with the suspended ceiling above.

Pavilion

The pavilion overlooks acres of pine forest. It is used for dining, dancing, parties, yoga, meditation and other activities

Exterior of the dome

View of the dome from the north.

Main floor of the dome.

View of the adobe walls of the dome.

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View of the dome from the ridge property line.

South room

The stuccoed wall of the south room.

South room

South room looking through the keyhole entry to the kitchen.

Flagstone steps leading up from the kitchen

Flagsone steps viewed from the parking area

Main floor bathroom

Main floor bathroom in the dome with a rainshower over the sunken tub.

Main floor bathroom

The main floor bathroom featuring the curved adobe wall.

Second story half bath

The second story half bath.

Flagstone steps leading down to the kitchen

Second floor railing

Second floor railing and one of four skylights.

Kitchen

Kitchen through the keyhole entry of the south room.

Floor above the kitchen

Floor above the kitchen.

Looking south through the dormer

Looking south through the upper level dormer.

South room

Woodstove in the south room.

Dormer over the railing

A view over the railing at the dormer.

All of all 5 levels.

All 5 levels can be seen in this picture.

Kitchen leading up to the dome.

The kitchen leading up to the main floor of the dome.

Artwork near the firepit

Artwork near the firepit.

Spiral staircase

Another view of the staircase with kitchen to the right.

Concrete bench.

The concrete bench on the main floor.

Firepit

Firepit east of the dome.

Renovated exterior south room

Renovated exterior south room.

Picnic table near the firepit

Picnic table near the firepit.

Hammock

Relaxing in the hammock near the arroyo.

Studio

400 square foot building (with loft), about 75 feet from the Dome. We call it the Nautilus due to its unique shape.

Nautilus loft

Nautilus ceiling

150 yards from the DOVE

Studio

Main level of the Nautilus, with woodstove. 

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View of the ridge behind the DOVE, about 500' higher than the dome.

Dome from the ridge

Zoomed in on the dome under construction.

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Beautiful spot less than 200 yards from the dome.

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One of the caves nearby.

The dove, rae sikora, the dove retreat center, santa fe retreat center, santa fe national forest

Entrance gate, located 1/2-mile from the buildings

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Waterfall area during rainstorms.

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Nearby terrain.

The dove, rae sikora, the dove retreat center, santa fe retreat center, santa fe national forest

Overhang nearby.

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Part of the arroyo below.

Near firepit

Heart stone at the firepit.

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Part of Santa Fe National Forest.

Vegan sign

Vegan sign made by a friend.

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Ponderosa Pine

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More rugged terrain off our hiking trails.

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Welcome to the DOVE!

Any great change must expect opposition because it shakes the very foundation of privilege. -L Mott

Testimonials for Rae Sikora & Jim "JC" Corcoran

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