A FAIRY TALE IN FRANCE RETREAT

MAY 17 -24, 2027

“A dream is a wish your heart makes when you are fast asleep…” Cinderella

Our Castle. Château de Cadrès

Once upon a time in a beautiful 19th century castle on a hill, with breath-taking views of the Lot-et-Garonne valley, there was a fairy tale yoga retreat. And you were there.

Château de Cadrès, the castle that will be exclusively ours, is the place of serenity that you’ve been dreaming of. A place where you can reconnect with nature, take a deep breath and relax, knowing all of your needs are being taken care of.

This fairy tale retreat is limited to only 10 guests. Don’t wait until the clock strikes midnight…it might be too late.

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Organic and Locally Sourced Foods Await You

Practice yoga and meditation in a dedicated indoor yoga studio or outside on the South terrace with a gorgeous view of the surrounding trees.

Linger over delicious, organic, locally-sourced meals prepared by our private chef, Florent, a professionally trained French chef from Toulouse.  Take a French cooking class with our private chef and enjoy what you create for dinner than night.

Swim or sunbathe by the pool, play tennis with a new friend or ride a touring bike through the French countryside.

Float down the Dordogne river in a traditional-style gabarre boat. Stroll through botanical gardens filled with the water lily ponds that inspired Monet.

Immerse yourself in the heart of medieval history in a 13th century castle with turrets, draw bridge, and dungeon. Climb the steps to the caves occupied by our pre-historic ancestors.

Enjoy a wine tasting and savor a gourmet lunch at Chateau de Monbazillac. 

Wander through the charming medieval village of Issigeac on market day to pick up a treasure or two.

“Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale.” (unknown)

Your happily-ever-after fairy tale week at Château de Cadrès awaits. No glass slippers required!

Enjoy the Chateau’s Gallery of Photos

Gabarre Boat Cruise on the Dordogne

What’s included in the Fairy Tale in France Yoga Retreat?

• Transfer by private car service to and from Bordeaux city center or airport to Château de Cadrès in the heart of Lot-et-Garonne.

• Seven night stay in a luxury bedroom with adjacent bath/shower rooms in beautiful Château de Cadrès, a 19th century castle full of charm with its fairy tale architecture.

• Daily yoga and meditation classes taught by Jeni Martinez in either the indoor yoga space or one of the numerous inspiring outdoor spaces.  High-quality yoga mats and props are provided.

• All meals prepared by our professionally trained gourmet French chef using organic, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. (Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinners.)

• Exclusive use of the swimming pool, tennis court and touring bikes to explore the surrounding countryside.

• 10 hectares of private park, forest and fruit orchards to roam during free time.

• English and French speaking concierge staff to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

• Dedicated space for a professional massage therapist with over 20 years of experience to offer treatments. (Cost of massage is not included in the retreat.)

• A guided tour of LaTour Marliac Gardens to see the water lilies that inspired Monet. This will be followed by the chance to have a delicious lunch overlooking the lily ponds.

• A guided tour and wine tasting at Chateau de Monbazillac, a 16th century chateau designated as a historical monument. After the wine tasting, you’ll savor a delicious terrace lunch overlooking the vineyards.

• A visit to La Roque-Gageac, a village located at the foot of a cliff on the banks of the Dordogne River that has been occupied by humans since prehistoric times.

• Enjoy a leisurely one hour float down the Dordogne River in a safe replica of the traditional gabarre boats.

• Explore Bonaguil Castle located in Lot-et-Garonne, a fortified castle from the 13th , 15th , 16th and 18th centuries classified as a Historic Monument. Bonaguil with its dungeon, cave and drawbridge will immerse you in the heart of medieval history.

• Wander through the outdoor Sunday market in Issigeac, a picturesque village with its well-preserved medieval architecture, narrow streets aqnd charming buildings. The market features a diverse range of vendors offering fresh produce and local foods, clothing, crafts, antiques and other treasures.

Please note: these offerings are subject to change depending on the availability in 2027. A comparable experience will be substituted if our original choice is unavailable.

Not Included:

• International Airfare: to and from Bordeaux-Merignac Airport, France.
• Comprehensive Travel Insurance: highly recommended including trip
  cancellation, personal injury and medical coverage.
• Alcohol: except the wine offered as part of the wine tasting experience.
• Tips: for tour guides, hotel staff, bus driver etc.
• Two non-hosted lunches: during our visits to La Roque-Gageac and LaTour Marliac water lily garden.