Retreat Details
September 27-October 4, 2027
Since the time that I first visited France when I was 16, I have been in love with everything French (well, almost!) I returned to study in France in the 80's and continued travelling back and forth with students, with friends, and with family to take in all the beauty and culture I could. Now my dream is to share this incredible experience with others in a retreat setting, incorporating all of the daily practices I have embraced through my years - nature, yoga, healthy eating, hiking, meditation, quiet, curiosity, and belonging! Come along for a recalibrating and blissful week.
La Domaine Madrona
This stunning retreat center is a restored ancient house in the French countryside that is now an award-winning olive farm. It is located in the Pyrenees mountains, only 45 minutes from the Mediterranean. The views are breathtaking, as are the beautifully appointed rooms and private bathrooms. Participants can choose a private room or double, and there
is even a dorm room in the very top for four people if that fits your group!
During our week at Madrona, we will have our own local French chef who will be preparing traditional French fare for us. Hearty breakfasts, pack-to-go lunches if you want, and lovely long dinners with local wine. You may choose to eat lunch on your own in the nearby villages we will visit each day, or pack a lunch for trail. You get to choose which activities speak to you the most - body, soul, and spirit. Every day will have its own surprises!
We only have room for 14 people.
A $400 non-refundable deposit will hold your place!
(Our first retreat offered for September 17-24 filled up in 6 days, so
don't delay in reaching out about this great opportunity!)
Daily Excursions offered
Each day at Madrona offers you health and wellness in the way you need it most. Maybe you need to sleep in especially late, or your body is craving yoga and some guided meditation in the morning on the deck. After breakfast around 9:30, we will load up our van and head to nearby trails to hike into nearby villages for a castle, a local food market, some cool historical sites, or time to take in some local tradition. On other days, we will load up and head to nearby vineyards for a tour and winetasting. On yet another day, we will offer a full day in the nearby beautiful town of Collioure on the Mediterranean coast. You will have all day to explore and shop and eat the local cuisine. This is YOUR retreat, and you get to personalize it to your own needs. We are offering excursions daily, but you can always stay behind and just chill and soak in the quiet beauty. Make it your own!
