Creative & Yoga Retreat in a French Chateau near Paris

The retreat is built around freedom. You'll have your own private room in the chateau, with desks and wifi in every room, plus access to various workspaces: an ancient barn, a converted studio, or a spot in the gardens. The only fixed points are the five morning yoga classes and the shared meals. Murphy, your host, is on hand to make sure everything runs smoothly, from fresh bread delivered to the gate to directions to the farm shop and swimming lake.

The yoga is led by Megane Thiboust, who has been teaching for several years and returns for her third season at the chateau. Her Vinyasa Flow classes are suitable for all levels, starting with meditation and sun salutations, moving through flowing sequences, and ending with relaxation. She also offers Yin Yoga, with postures held for several minutes.

Meals are a highlight, inspired by Ottolenghi's cookbooks: fresh, seasonal, largely vegetarian, and made in house from local ingredients and garden produce. Breakfast is laid out for you to help yourself, lunch and most dinners are prepared by the team, and each guest teams up with another to prepare one dinner using provided recipes and ingredients.

Group outings are organized on Thursday and Saturday, to places like Chateau de Chantilly, Chateau de Compiegne, or Chateau de Pierrefonds, and to a medieval convent or the town of Senlis. In your free time, you can walk through the woods to Chapelle Saint Catherine, swim in a lake, explore on bikes, play piano or table tennis, or just relax in the gardens. The chateau has a rich history and a bohemian atmosphere, with original features, lopsided doors, and ancient paintwork that add to its charm. It's not a luxury hotel, but a family home that welcomes creatives of all kinds.

What's included

- 6 nights private accommodation - 5 yoga classes - 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), with wine at dinner - Water, tea, coffee, fruit and snacks throughout the day - Transportation during the retreat - Wifi connection - Nature hikes - Welcome drink - Free use of our bicycles - Group excursions/activities - Trips to nearby swimming lake - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Parking - Luggage storage - Collection from and to the station

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - One meal away from the house