Retreats
Escape to serenity in the quaint outskirts of Puyreaux.
Embark on a Journey of Rejuvenation, join our Flourish in France Yoga and wellbeing Retreat!
May 8th to 13th 2025, in Charente, Western France.
Nestled within this tranquil landscape, are the beautifully restored Gites at La Grenouillére offering the perfect fusion of comfort and luxury.
These spacious, light-filled accommodations exude rustic charm, featuring oak beams, original stone walls, and cozy fireplaces that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Choose to stay in the enchanting 19th-century Villa, nestled amid six acres of lush greenery, complete with private woodlands, a badminton & Petanque court, and a refreshing outdoor swimming pool.
Or opt for the charming 19th-century Farmhouse, set in five acres of picturesque countryside, with an inviting above-ground swimming pool.
Unwind in our classical French style Gîte’s, oozing with rustic charm, that weaves it way through the traditional stone walls, tiled floors and fireplaces. Grand windows flood the spacious rooms with natural sunlight, as you awaken from your slumber.
Find solace in twice daily yoga or wellbeing sessions set against picturesque landscapes. Immerse yourself in holistic healing with guided meditations, Sound Bath, Heart Nurturing Cacao Ceremony, Medicine dance, Drumming journey, Yoga Nidra and Art Expression.
Enjoy rejuvenating walks through over 5-acres of private gardens, woodland and surrounding countryside and take refreshing dips in one of the two pools available at the properties. You will be very well nourished throughout the retreat with delicious plant-based meals.
Whether you wish to read, create, swim, sunbathe, or take a leisurely stroll through the expansive gardens or surrounding countryside, both properties provide ample space for peaceful solitude.
Facilities
Immerse yourself in luxurious relaxation as you explore the exceptional amenities at La Grenouillére. Delight in two outdoor swimming pools with inviting sun loungers, stroll through expansive gardens and serene woodland, or engage in leisurely activities at the badminton and pétanque courts. Savor meals in the charming alfresco dining areas, and retreat to spacious indoor lounges and cozy snugs, perfect for unwinding and reconnecting in comfort.
Hosts – Chandra & Carla
Guiding you through this transformational journey are the wonderful hosts, Chandra and Carla. With their wealth of wisdom and nurturing energy, they are on-hand to provide a truly transformative experience.
Room Options
There are two stunning Gîtes to choose from the Villa or the Farmhouse, with eight room types available, with a selection of occupancy options. All rooms are beautifully restored with traditional oak beams, original exposed stone walls and fire places. all rooms are light and spacious designed with comfort in mind.
Prices start from £795 ( single day bed in garden Room) and include accommodation, food and drink and all retreat activities.
*Price does not include flights, transfers or travel insurance.
Limoge airport is 45 minutes from the retreat, Flights to Limoges airport are limited to one flight a day,We highly recommend you book your flights as soon as possible to get your seat!
Flight travel with Ryan Air – Direct – Kiwi.com may work out cheaper for luggage.
Depart london Stansted Airport 08/05/2025 – 15.00
Arrive Limoges Airport 08/05/2025- 17.40
Return flights Depart Limoges Airport 13/05/2025 -09.40
arrive london Stansted Airport 13/05/2025- 10.20
All Rooms are costed for Single Occupancy there are no twin rooms available, if two friends, a family member or partners wish to share one of the King Size Bedrooms, the Room will be charged at £975, (You will both need to fill in the booking form and each pay your deposit, stating which room you both choose and who you are sharing with. You will then share the cost of the room between you.)
Villa – The Gate Room: ROOM RESERVED: Spacious rustic room with original oak beams, double bed, with sprung mattress large window, overlooking front aspect, traditional stone walls, and tiled floors, classical style furniture. Cost £840 per room, Single occupancy.
Villa – The Grain Room ROOM RESERVED : A calming sanctuary, with side aspect, overlooking the old Grain Mill and outbuildings with king sized bed, partially exposed traditional stone walls and tiled floors. Cost £860 single occupancy. (Option to share king size bed @ £975 between two persons)
Villa – The Stable Room ROOM RESERVED : Light and spacious, with side aspect overlooking the stables, side garden and Petanque court, with King sized bed. Cost £860 single occupancy (option to share king size bed @ £975 between two people)
Villa – The Master Bedroom: ROOM RESERVED: On the ground floor leading on from the Grand salon, has a spacious and charming ambience, Original stone walls and fire place, with wooden flooring, king sized bed and very large ensuite bathroom, cost £875, single occupancy. (Option to share king size @ £975 between two people)
Villa – The Garden Room: ROOM RESERVED: with direct access to property’s front garden and field. holds a single daybed suitable for a small adult plus access to shared master bathroom. original stone walls and fire place. Cost £795, single occupancy.
Farmhouse – The Double Room: ROOM RESERVED :has views to the side of the property, accessed from mezzanine area. Decorated in a contemporary style with wooden floorboards. Cost £840
Farmhouse – The Master Bedroom: ROOM RESERVED :with king sized bed, light and spacious with wooden flooring and side views to the property, accessed from the mezzanine area. Cost £860 single occupancy. (Option to share king size @ £975 between two people)
Farmhouse – The Mezzanine Bedroom: ROOM RESERVED:
with king sized bed, light filled room with vaulted ceiling and accessed from Mezzanine lounge, with wooden floorboards. cost £860 single occupancy. (option to share king size @ £975 between two people)
Retreat Highlights
Exhilarating Yoga Flow: start your mornings the right way with engaging embodying yoga sessions that harmonize body, mind, and spirit.
Heart Warming Cacao Ceremony: to nurture your sacred heart with compassion, let the Earth Medicine of Mama Cacao, connect you back to your authentic essence.
Medicine Dance: Express your inner joy, emotional upliftment and vitality through movement and dance as we invoke the four directions of the animal spirits of the Peruvian Medicine Wheel.
Yin Yoga: Slow down and deep dive into your connective tissues, encouraging a healthy flow of energy, fluid and increased bone density, with space for mindful contemplation.
Yoga Nidra : This Ancient Guided meditation style from India, moves our minds into an altered state of consciousness, so that our bodies can deeply rest and our minds can foster a deeper awareness of our higher self.
Agua de Florida Workshop: The opportunity to get creative and make your own floral and citrus refreshing smudging spray, to take home as an uplifting gift for yourself.
Guided Shamanic Drumming Journey: Follow the beat of the drum, with your awareness, feel it’s beat resonate with your own heart rhythm as it takes you into an altered state, of consciousness, where we will journey to one of the three worlds of the Incan cross, where we may meet Power Animals, Guides, Ancestors or Ascended Masters, that may have wisdom to share with us, we also have the opportunity to ask our higher self questions, for any situations we need clarity on in our ordinary realm.
Soundbath: Lie back and enjoy the soothing sounds of Sacred Sound instruments. The instruments vibrational frequencies can assist your healing processes by releasing stuck and stagnant energy.
Plant Based Meals: Carla will be creating her Delicious and Nourishing Plant Based meals, that support our wellbeing throughout our time together and foster new habits and heathier choices that can be continued long after the retreat has ended…
Additional Activities: We may choose to add in an additional activity or two, which may be any of the following:
Art Activity : An opportunity to reconnect with our creative muse, through the therapeutic practice of artistic self expression.
Flower Plant Bath: Cleanse your energetic body and spirit with fragrant Ritual of a flower and herb essence bath.
Countryside Walk: Exploring the use of our senses mindfully, as we wander and gather, foraging for natures gifts to create a natural Mandala.
Tea Ceremony: Blue Lotus Flower or Mugwort, both these ancient plants, that grow in different climate across the globe, have several healing remedies, combined with a natural sedative effect, that can induce a restful nights sleep they may also aid lucid dreaming.
