3 Day Creativity & Wellness Retreat in South Western France

A typical day at The Barn Retreat involves a healthy breakfast, followed by any number of relaxing options such as swimming, reading (select from our library of books), table-tennis, a stroll around the gardens (10 acres), cycling (optional hire), local village visits. We can offer creative modules on writing, music, life coaching and furniture restoration. If you like yoga - we'll arrange it too. Lunch will be offered at a preferred time (that fits in with your day) and an evening healthy vegetarian meal (most of which will be freshly selected from our garden) will be offered at the end of the day.

How To Get There (Flights, Airport Transfers, Buses, Trains)

Book your flight to Bergerac-Roumaniere Airport (EGC) in Bergerac, France.

Distance: Approximately 20 km (12.5 miles)
Travel Time: About 25–30 minutes by car
This is the closest airport to Castillonnès, offering the most convenient access.
Alternatively, you can book your flight to:

1. Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (BOD)

Distance: Approximately 139 km (86 miles)
Travel Time: Around 1 hour and 45 minutes by car
Public Transport: Take the train from Bordeaux St-Jean to Bergerac, then the bus to Castillonnès; the total journey is approximately 3 hours and 5 minutes.
2. Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)

Distance: Approximately 159 km (99 miles)
Travel Time: Around 2 hours and 15 minutes by car
Public Transport: Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Agen, then the bus to Castillonnès; the total journey is approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes.
We are 20 minutes away from Bergerac. Car rental and taxis are available at the airport, but they can be hard to find.

Car rental is advised from Bordeaux, and the same for Toulouse.

It is possible to catch trains from Bordeaux and Toulouse, but arriving on the day the retreat starts will impact retreat timings.

The magic of this beautful setting where you are surrounded by trees and singing birds, is a true inspiration for all artists of all ages.

Solitude and sociality, at your discretion.

Optional activities: yoga, meditation, cycling, and visits to local villages.

Vegetarian home-cooked food, prepared by hand to each guest's preferences.

A landscape and décor designed for contemplation.

We are a vegetarian home and offer freshly prepared options each day. We love soups, salads, quiches and pasta dishes - all with that healthy home-cooked feel.

• 2 nights accommodation
• 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals
• Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day
• Welcome drink
• Daily meditation classes
• Specialized workshops
• Free excursions to sites of interest
• Pre and post retreat support from our team
• Transportation during the retreat
• Parking
• Luggage storage
• Wifi connection

What's Not Included

• Flights costs
• Travel insurance
• Visa fee
• Additional treatments
• Additional activities not included in the itinerary