Reading & Relaxation Retreat: French Countryside & Medieval Villages, South West France
Reading & Relaxation Retreat: French Countryside & Medieval Villages, South West France
Rossignols, Art de Vivre, Chem. de Cazalous, Belvèze, France
Up to 15 in group
Jun 22 - 29, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Eclectic 18th-century farmhouse accommodation, blending global style with cozy French charm
- Authentically French cultural experience
- Welcome gift & small group intimacy
- Pool access + lush garden relaxation areas
- Plant-based meals using local, seasonal ingredients
- Evening social gatherings & shared dinners
- Daily mindfulness & breathwork sessions
- Daily excursions to beautiful medieval villages with Plus Beaux Villages de France status
- Guided literary-themed activities, discussions and creative workshops
- Quiet reading time in scenic locations and inspiring spaces
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Retreat Facilitator, Sophie — Mindfulness, Breathing & Creative Workshop Leader
MSc (Dist) Communication, Behaviour & Credibility Analysis
BDes (Hons), Former Professional Artist (Ceramics & Wood Carving, 15+ years)
As the key facilitator, Sophie brings creative energy and design to every retreat aspect.
A professional artist and art education consultant for over 15 years in the UK, she’s the creative mind behind the accommodation’s eclectic, arty interiors.
Sophie’s career began as a professional artist, spending 15+ years specialising in ceramics and wood carving.
She created commissions for museums and galleries, ran workshops, received multiple awards, and has sculptures in Wolverhampton Art Gallery’s permanent collection.
She then transitioned into nonverbal communication, earning a master’s degree and becoming a specialist in body language, embodied cognition, and behaviour analysis.
Blending artistic sensibility with scientific understanding, Sophie explores how the body influences mental and emotional states — helping guests harness mindfulness for greater focus and well-being.
Her approach breaks from traditional meditation stereotypes, offering accessible techniques suited to busy lives and active minds.
Sophie’s breathing sessions draw on neuroscience, showing how intentional breathwork activates neural pathways to regulate stress, sharpen focus, or boost energy.
With her warm teaching style and dual expertise in creativity and body-mind connection, she equips everyone — beginners to experienced practitioners — with practical well-being tools.
She has a particular passion for women’s empowerment, bringing extensive experience, training and coaching women and girls.
Vegan & Whole Food, Plant-Based Cooking Retreats
After experiencing the health benefits themselves, Sophie and Lee serve delicious, nutritious plant-based meals to all retreat guests for a full-circle, holistic experience.
Some retreats teach vegan, whole food, plant-based (non-processed) cooking. Sophie had been vegetarian from a young age; Lee was a lifelong meat eater.
That changed post-wedding in 2018 when — motivated by health, environmental, and ethical reasons — they switched together.
Within weeks, they saw weight loss and renewed well-being; blood tests confirmed impressive health improvements, including exceptional heart health for Lee’s age.
Their transition sparked learning, creativity, and the discovery of flavour.
Today, they’re passionate about sharing this — helping guests cook confidently, prepare healthy meals quickly, and enjoy plant-based food as rich and exciting as traditional fare.
Details of this retreat
Vistas & Villages Reading Retreat–Escape to Idyllic Places for Restful Reading, Relaxation and Roaming
Escape with like-minded readers to our Vistas & Villages Reading Retreat in South West France 2026. This literary retreat offers ample daily time to lose yourself in captivating books, nestled in idyllic reading nooks at our tranquil rural accommodation, surrounded by breathtaking countryside vistas.
Each day, visit a stunning medieval hilltop village recognised as one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, where you can read, relax and roam scenic streets steeped in rich history. Enjoy creative workshops, mindfulness and breathing sessions led by expert facilitators—practical techniques to deepen focus, calm the mind and enrich your reading experience. Your friendly English-speaking hosts provide a welcoming retreat in France's enchanting medieval countryside, perfect for book lovers seeking rest and inspiration.
Idyllic Reading Nooks, Medieval Villages & Literary Community
Our accommodation features carefully curated reading nooks designed for quiet tranquility. Each medieval village we visit is handpicked for picturesque architecture, stunning vistas and serene atmosphere. Enjoy traditional French markets, cozy cafés and a charming bookshop nestled in an authentic village.
Join our intimate South West France reading retreat, designed to foster a close-knit community of English-speaking book enthusiasts. With a small group size (max 15 guests), enjoy personalised attention, easy camaraderie and meaningful connections around shared literary passions. Share delicious food and warm conversations with like-minded book lovers, creating memorable social moments. This retreat harmoniously blends relaxation, culture and nature for the ideal literary escape.
Who is this Retreat for?
A sanctuary for quiet souls and curious minds, this retreat offers a restful embrace for those longing for creativity, stillness and renewal. Here, immersive workshops and tranquil surroundings merge, creating space to dive deep inward—to uncover new inspirations, savour nourishing solitude and reconnect with your inner voice.
Daily Reading Retreat Schedule in South West France: Enrichment, Relaxation & Literary Discovery
Experience a unique reading retreat in South West France, where each day follows a harmonious rhythm of enrichment, discovery and relaxation—lovingly curated to nourish your mind, inspire creativity and offer genuine rest in the heart of Occitanie, near Toulouse.
Mornings: Reading, Exploration & Literary Inspiration
Begin each morning at our literary retreat with a wholesome breakfast, then depart for the day’s excursion to a beautiful medieval village in the Occitanie region around 10:30 am. Enjoy leisurely reading time, relaxed conversation with fellow guests and the freedom to find your perfect reading spot in a charming French café, scenic location or historic square. Immerse yourself in books, journaling or mindful exploration while discovering the rich culture of South West France.
Afternoons: Restorative Downtime, Poolside Reading & Contemplation
Return mid-afternoon to Rossignols, your welcoming accommodation in Belvèze, for truly restorative downtime. Take advantage of tranquil spaces dedicated to reading, unwind by the swimming pool or retreat to your private room for reflection and rest—perfect for those seeking peace and literary inspiration on their book retreat in France.
Evenings: Creative Workshops, Mindfulness & Group Dinners
In the evening, gather with fellow book lovers for creativity or mindfulness workshops, sharing circles and convivial group dinners. Enjoy apéro (pre-dinner drinks) as you connect over favourite stories, then share a wholesome meal and prepare for another inspiring day. End with star gazing beneath the immense Occitanie sky, making your stay a holistic and memorable literary retreat experience.
Our intimate literary escape offers the perfect blend of bookish exploration, French cultural immersion, village excursions and wholehearted relaxation in beautiful South West France.
Reading Retreat Workshops and Activities
Enhance your literary retreat experience with expert-led workshops designed for book lovers. Led by Sophie, a Nonverbal Communication Specialist and former professional artist, our reading retreat workshops include creative art sessions, mindfulness practices and breathing techniques to deepen focus, reduce stress and enrich your reading immersion.
These inclusive wellness workshops complement your daily medieval village exploration and reading time, providing practical tools you can use long after your retreat ends. All workshops are included in your South West France reading retreat package.
Reading Retreat Workshop Highlights:
• Creative Art Workshop – Inspire literary creativity (no experience needed)
• Mindfulness Workshop (30-45 mins) – Enhance reading focus and comprehension
• Breathing Techniques Workshop (30-45 mins) – Reduce stress and boost clarity
• Daily mindfulness moments throughout the retreat
Perfect for bibliophiles and casual readers seeking a restorative literary escape in France's beautiful Occitanie region.
Workshop Schedule at a Glance
• Creative Art Workshop: Hosted by local artists or onsite (no prior experience necessary)
• Mindfulness Workshop (30-45 mins): Early in retreat to support deep reading
• Breathing Techniques Workshop (30-45 mins): For cognitive clarity and emotional calm
• Daily Mindfulness Moments: Gentle practices throughout the retreat
All workshops included in your retreat package.
Mindfulness Workshop (30-45 mins) and Practice
Early in the retreat, Sophie leads a mindfulness workshop focused on cultivating attention and presence, tailored to support deep and immersive reading. Guests learn to enhance both focused, narrow attention for sustained reading and wider, open awareness to relax the mind between chapters. This dual practice helps reduce mental fatigue, increase enjoyment and deepen comprehension.
Sophie highlights that mindfulness isn't just about developing focused, narrow attention but also cultivating wide, open awareness. This dual approach helps readers improve mental clarity, expand their perception and enhance overall well-being.
The workshop explores various mindfulness practices and their effects on reading immersion and mental performance, equipping attendees with practical tools to integrate mindfulness seamlessly into daily life and reading. Throughout the retreat, Sophie facilitates gentle daily mindfulness moments, encouraging a calm and attentive mindset that enriches reading and reflection during your stay.
Guests leave the retreat with a fresh, empowering perspective on mindfulness that enriches both reading experience and everyday life.
What You'll Learn:
• How to use narrow vs. open attention to sustain focus during long reading sessions and relax between chapters
• Simple techniques to stay present and immersed in your book
• Tools to integrate mindfulness into your daily routine beyond the retreat
Breathing Techniques Workshop (30-45 mins)
Sophie guides participants through breathing exercises that support cognitive clarity and emotional calm, essential for sustained concentration and relaxation while reading. Drawing from embodied cognition principles, this workshop explores how varied breathing patterns can reduce stress, boost mental focus and create balance, enhancing both your reading experience and everyday well-being.
Similar to mindfulness, Sophie's aim is to broaden understanding beyond common notions of breathwork, equipping guests with practical methods to leverage specific breathing techniques for different purposes, such as calming anxiety, enhancing concentration or boosting energy.
Guest participants will gain insights into how mindful breathing activates neural pathways that regulate stress and emotions and how these subtle shifts in breathing can foster improved cognition and emotional balance.
What You'll Learn:
Calming breathing technique
Energising breath techniques to boost mental clarity
Practical breathwork you can use beyond the retreat
Creative Art Workshop
Enjoy a hands-on creative workshop designed to inspire and complement your literary experience. Hosted either by local artists or led onsite, this relaxed session encourages self-expression through artistic activities connected to the themes explored during the retreat. No prior experience is necessary — just bring your curiosity and imagination!
Daily Mindfulness Moments for Enhanced Reading
Throughout the retreat, Sophie facilitates gentle daily mindfulness moments, encouraging a calm and attentive mindset that enriches reading and reflection during your stay. These brief practices help guests cultivate greater body awareness and calm—empowering them to relax deeply and engage fully with their reading and surroundings.
Additional Reading Retreat Activities
Beyond our structured workshops, your retreat includes plenty of opportunities to relax, explore and recharge:
🏊 Pool Access for Relaxation
After morning village excursions, cool down with a refreshing swim in our outdoor pool. The perfect way to relax while enjoying the peaceful French countryside. Pool towels provided.
✨ Nighttime Star Gazing (Weather Permitting)
End your evenings under the vast Occitanie sky. Far from city lights, Belvèze offers spectacular views of the Milky Way and constellations—simply lie back and soak in the wonder.
🌿 Free Time Exploration
Each day includes unstructured time to:
Find your perfect reading spot in medieval village cafés or scenic locations
Relax in the gardens with a book
Take scenic walks through the surrounding countryside
Connect with fellow readers over coffee or wine
Simply rest and reflect
Optional Add-Ons (Arranged in Advance):
Potential extended stay before or after the retreat for independent exploration (subject to existing bookings)
Escape with like-minded readers to our Vistas & Villages Reading Retreat in South West France 2026. This literary retreat offers ample daily time to lose yourself in captivating books, nestled in idyllic reading nooks at our tranquil rural accommodation, surrounded by breathtaking countryside vistas.
Each day, visit a stunning medieval hilltop village recognised as one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, where you can read, relax and roam scenic streets steeped in rich history. Enjoy creative workshops, mindfulness and breathing sessions led by expert facilitators—practical techniques to deepen focus, calm the mind and enrich your reading experience. Your friendly English-speaking hosts provide a welcoming retreat in France's enchanting medieval countryside, perfect for book lovers seeking rest and inspiration.
Idyllic Reading Nooks, Medieval Villages & Literary Community
Our accommodation features carefully curated reading nooks designed for quiet tranquility. Each medieval village we visit is handpicked for picturesque architecture, stunning vistas and serene atmosphere. Enjoy traditional French markets, cozy cafés and a charming bookshop nestled in an authentic village.
Join our intimate South West France reading retreat, designed to foster a close-knit community of English-speaking book enthusiasts. With a small group size (max 15 guests), enjoy personalised attention, easy camaraderie and meaningful connections around shared literary passions. Share delicious food and warm conversations with like-minded book lovers, creating memorable social moments. This retreat harmoniously blends relaxation, culture and nature for the ideal literary escape.
Who is this Retreat for?
A sanctuary for quiet souls and curious minds, this retreat offers a restful embrace for those longing for creativity, stillness and renewal. Here, immersive workshops and tranquil surroundings merge, creating space to dive deep inward—to uncover new inspirations, savour nourishing solitude and reconnect with your inner voice.
Daily Reading Retreat Schedule in South West France: Enrichment, Relaxation & Literary Discovery
Experience a unique reading retreat in South West France, where each day follows a harmonious rhythm of enrichment, discovery and relaxation—lovingly curated to nourish your mind, inspire creativity and offer genuine rest in the heart of Occitanie, near Toulouse.
Mornings: Reading, Exploration & Literary Inspiration
Begin each morning at our literary retreat with a wholesome breakfast, then depart for the day’s excursion to a beautiful medieval village in the Occitanie region around 10:30 am. Enjoy leisurely reading time, relaxed conversation with fellow guests and the freedom to find your perfect reading spot in a charming French café, scenic location or historic square. Immerse yourself in books, journaling or mindful exploration while discovering the rich culture of South West France.
Afternoons: Restorative Downtime, Poolside Reading & Contemplation
Return mid-afternoon to Rossignols, your welcoming accommodation in Belvèze, for truly restorative downtime. Take advantage of tranquil spaces dedicated to reading, unwind by the swimming pool or retreat to your private room for reflection and rest—perfect for those seeking peace and literary inspiration on their book retreat in France.
Evenings: Creative Workshops, Mindfulness & Group Dinners
In the evening, gather with fellow book lovers for creativity or mindfulness workshops, sharing circles and convivial group dinners. Enjoy apéro (pre-dinner drinks) as you connect over favourite stories, then share a wholesome meal and prepare for another inspiring day. End with star gazing beneath the immense Occitanie sky, making your stay a holistic and memorable literary retreat experience.
Our intimate literary escape offers the perfect blend of bookish exploration, French cultural immersion, village excursions and wholehearted relaxation in beautiful South West France.
Reading Retreat Workshops and Activities
Enhance your literary retreat experience with expert-led workshops designed for book lovers. Led by Sophie, a Nonverbal Communication Specialist and former professional artist, our reading retreat workshops include creative art sessions, mindfulness practices and breathing techniques to deepen focus, reduce stress and enrich your reading immersion.
These inclusive wellness workshops complement your daily medieval village exploration and reading time, providing practical tools you can use long after your retreat ends. All workshops are included in your South West France reading retreat package.
Reading Retreat Workshop Highlights:
• Creative Art Workshop – Inspire literary creativity (no experience needed)
• Mindfulness Workshop (30-45 mins) – Enhance reading focus and comprehension
• Breathing Techniques Workshop (30-45 mins) – Reduce stress and boost clarity
• Daily mindfulness moments throughout the retreat
Perfect for bibliophiles and casual readers seeking a restorative literary escape in France's beautiful Occitanie region.
Workshop Schedule at a Glance
• Creative Art Workshop: Hosted by local artists or onsite (no prior experience necessary)
• Mindfulness Workshop (30-45 mins): Early in retreat to support deep reading
• Breathing Techniques Workshop (30-45 mins): For cognitive clarity and emotional calm
• Daily Mindfulness Moments: Gentle practices throughout the retreat
All workshops included in your retreat package.
Mindfulness Workshop (30-45 mins) and Practice
Early in the retreat, Sophie leads a mindfulness workshop focused on cultivating attention and presence, tailored to support deep and immersive reading. Guests learn to enhance both focused, narrow attention for sustained reading and wider, open awareness to relax the mind between chapters. This dual practice helps reduce mental fatigue, increase enjoyment and deepen comprehension.
Sophie highlights that mindfulness isn't just about developing focused, narrow attention but also cultivating wide, open awareness. This dual approach helps readers improve mental clarity, expand their perception and enhance overall well-being.
The workshop explores various mindfulness practices and their effects on reading immersion and mental performance, equipping attendees with practical tools to integrate mindfulness seamlessly into daily life and reading. Throughout the retreat, Sophie facilitates gentle daily mindfulness moments, encouraging a calm and attentive mindset that enriches reading and reflection during your stay.
Guests leave the retreat with a fresh, empowering perspective on mindfulness that enriches both reading experience and everyday life.
What You'll Learn:
• How to use narrow vs. open attention to sustain focus during long reading sessions and relax between chapters
• Simple techniques to stay present and immersed in your book
• Tools to integrate mindfulness into your daily routine beyond the retreat
Breathing Techniques Workshop (30-45 mins)
Sophie guides participants through breathing exercises that support cognitive clarity and emotional calm, essential for sustained concentration and relaxation while reading. Drawing from embodied cognition principles, this workshop explores how varied breathing patterns can reduce stress, boost mental focus and create balance, enhancing both your reading experience and everyday well-being.
Similar to mindfulness, Sophie's aim is to broaden understanding beyond common notions of breathwork, equipping guests with practical methods to leverage specific breathing techniques for different purposes, such as calming anxiety, enhancing concentration or boosting energy.
Guest participants will gain insights into how mindful breathing activates neural pathways that regulate stress and emotions and how these subtle shifts in breathing can foster improved cognition and emotional balance.
What You'll Learn:
Calming breathing technique
Energising breath techniques to boost mental clarity
Practical breathwork you can use beyond the retreat
Creative Art Workshop
Enjoy a hands-on creative workshop designed to inspire and complement your literary experience. Hosted either by local artists or led onsite, this relaxed session encourages self-expression through artistic activities connected to the themes explored during the retreat. No prior experience is necessary — just bring your curiosity and imagination!
Daily Mindfulness Moments for Enhanced Reading
Throughout the retreat, Sophie facilitates gentle daily mindfulness moments, encouraging a calm and attentive mindset that enriches reading and reflection during your stay. These brief practices help guests cultivate greater body awareness and calm—empowering them to relax deeply and engage fully with their reading and surroundings.
Additional Reading Retreat Activities
Beyond our structured workshops, your retreat includes plenty of opportunities to relax, explore and recharge:
🏊 Pool Access for Relaxation
After morning village excursions, cool down with a refreshing swim in our outdoor pool. The perfect way to relax while enjoying the peaceful French countryside. Pool towels provided.
✨ Nighttime Star Gazing (Weather Permitting)
End your evenings under the vast Occitanie sky. Far from city lights, Belvèze offers spectacular views of the Milky Way and constellations—simply lie back and soak in the wonder.
🌿 Free Time Exploration
Each day includes unstructured time to:
Find your perfect reading spot in medieval village cafés or scenic locations
Relax in the gardens with a book
Take scenic walks through the surrounding countryside
Connect with fellow readers over coffee or wine
Simply rest and reflect
Optional Add-Ons (Arranged in Advance):
Potential extended stay before or after the retreat for independent exploration (subject to existing bookings)
Schedule
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Day
• Afternoon/Evening: Airport pickup from Toulouse-Blagnac (times confirmed after booking)
• Check-in to La Grande Rossignol farmhouse
• Welcome drink and settle into your room
• Meet your hosts Sophie and Lee, and fellow retreat guests
• Welcome dinner and retreat orientation
• Early night to rest before your village visit
Day 2-6: Reading & Workshop Days
Each of these five days follows a similar structure, with each day featuring a different medieval village:
Morning:
• 8:30 am – Breakfast (continental with wholesome options)
• 10:30 am – Depart for the day's village destination
Late Morning:
• 11 am – Exploration of scenic medieval village
(Each day explores a different Plus Beaux Village de France)
Midday to Early Afternoon:
• Free time to explore the village independently:
- Wander cobblestone streets and historic sites
- Visit local cafés or markets
- Enjoy packed lunch in scenic spots
- Find peaceful reading nooks with views
- Relax and take photos
Afternoon:
• 2:45 pm – Depart village, return to Belvèze accommodation
• 3:15 pm – Arrive back at Rossignols
• Free time:
- Relax by the pool
- Rest in your room
- Socialise with fellow guests
- Read in peaceful garden settings
Evening:
• 6:00 pm – Evening workshop (varies daily)
• 6:30 pm – Apéro (pre-dinner drinks and socialising)
• 7:00 pm – Group dinner with next-day briefing
• 9:00 pm onwards – Free time, socialising
• 10:00 pm – Suggested lights out for good rest, or optional star gazing
Day 7: Rest & Local Exploration Day
• Morning: Leisurely breakfast
• Mid-morning: Scenic bush walk through local Belvèze countryside (optional, low intensity)
• Afternoon: Free time - pool, reading, rest or independent exploration
• Evening: Group outing to a local village
Day 8: Departure Day
• Morning: Final breakfast together
• Check-out and farewells
• Drop-off at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (times coordinated with flights)
• Safe travels home with memories
Day 1: Arrival Day
• Afternoon/Evening: Airport pickup from Toulouse-Blagnac (times confirmed after booking)
• Check-in to La Grande Rossignol farmhouse
• Welcome drink and settle into your room
• Meet your hosts Sophie and Lee, and fellow retreat guests
• Welcome dinner and retreat orientation
• Early night to rest before your village visit
Day 2-6: Reading & Workshop Days
Each of these five days follows a similar structure, with each day featuring a different medieval village:
Morning:
• 8:30 am – Breakfast (continental with wholesome options)
• 10:30 am – Depart for the day's village destination
Late Morning:
• 11 am – Exploration of scenic medieval village
(Each day explores a different Plus Beaux Village de France)
Midday to Early Afternoon:
• Free time to explore the village independently:
- Wander cobblestone streets and historic sites
- Visit local cafés or markets
- Enjoy packed lunch in scenic spots
- Find peaceful reading nooks with views
- Relax and take photos
Afternoon:
• 2:45 pm – Depart village, return to Belvèze accommodation
• 3:15 pm – Arrive back at Rossignols
• Free time:
- Relax by the pool
- Rest in your room
- Socialise with fellow guests
- Read in peaceful garden settings
Evening:
• 6:00 pm – Evening workshop (varies daily)
• 6:30 pm – Apéro (pre-dinner drinks and socialising)
• 7:00 pm – Group dinner with next-day briefing
• 9:00 pm onwards – Free time, socialising
• 10:00 pm – Suggested lights out for good rest, or optional star gazing
Day 7: Rest & Local Exploration Day
• Morning: Leisurely breakfast
• Mid-morning: Scenic bush walk through local Belvèze countryside (optional, low intensity)
• Afternoon: Free time - pool, reading, rest or independent exploration
• Evening: Group outing to a local village
Day 8: Departure Day
• Morning: Final breakfast together
• Check-out and farewells
• Drop-off at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (times coordinated with flights)
• Safe travels home with memories
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Rossignols, Art de Vivre, Rossignols, Art de Vivre, Chem. de Cazalous, Belvèze, France
Directions
Arrival via Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
We offer twice daily transfers to/from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport on arrival/departure days.
* Distance to Belvèze: 105 km (65 miles)
* Driving Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Arrival from another airport?
We primarily serve Toulouse-Blagnac airport. For large groups, we may adapt for Bergerac Dordogne Périgord (85 km / 53 miles / 1 hr 15 min) or Bordeaux Airport (190 km / 119 miles / 2 hrs 10 min).
Self-Drive and Parking
Embrace the scenic drive through rolling hills and villages. Ample onsite parking lets you arrive hassle-free and dive into your retreat.
Our property provides ample onsite parking, so you can arrive and relax without any hassle. Wherever you’re coming from, this road trip is a great way to begin your authentic French countryside retreat.
Car Hire
Ideal if extending your stay—rent at the airport for flexibility.
BlaBlaCar
Budget-friendly rideshares to/from airports or stations; book early as availability varies.
Train
Closest stations: Montauban or Agen (~45 min away). No routine transfers due to airport scheduling.
We offer twice daily transfers to/from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport on arrival/departure days.
* Distance to Belvèze: 105 km (65 miles)
* Driving Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Arrival from another airport?
We primarily serve Toulouse-Blagnac airport. For large groups, we may adapt for Bergerac Dordogne Périgord (85 km / 53 miles / 1 hr 15 min) or Bordeaux Airport (190 km / 119 miles / 2 hrs 10 min).
Self-Drive and Parking
Embrace the scenic drive through rolling hills and villages. Ample onsite parking lets you arrive hassle-free and dive into your retreat.
Our property provides ample onsite parking, so you can arrive and relax without any hassle. Wherever you’re coming from, this road trip is a great way to begin your authentic French countryside retreat.
Car Hire
Ideal if extending your stay—rent at the airport for flexibility.
BlaBlaCar
Budget-friendly rideshares to/from airports or stations; book early as availability varies.
Train
Closest stations: Montauban or Agen (~45 min away). No routine transfers due to airport scheduling.
Accommodation
Guests stay in five spacious bedrooms, each with private bathrooms and flexible sleeping options to suit couples, solos, or groups. These rooms combine authentic French rustic architecture—think exposed beams and stone—with modern comforts and unique artistic flair, ensuring restful, inspiring nights. The design prioritises comfort, privacy and immersion in the venue’s cultural fusion style.
Shared Room & Bathroom (Shared with Other Guests)
Shared Room & Bathroom (Three or More )
Shared Room & Bathroom - Double Occupancy
Private Room & Bathroom (Single Guest)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Rossignols, Art de Vivre centers on La Grande Rossignol, a renovated 19th-century farmhouse for up to 15 guests. Highlights: rustic stone walls & wooden beams with cozy, eclectic decor, swimming pool, lush gardens, alfresco dining, outdoor kitchen, laundry, and serene woody nook—blending comfort, culture, and nature. Currently being lovingly renovated with modern amenities, sleek design and boutique eclectic decor, ready to welcome guests from April 2026. New images available soon.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Delicious plant-based cuisine designed to nourish and energise you–fresh, seasonal ingredients, global flavours and hearty meals that satisfy even the most skeptical plant-based newcomers.
What's Included
- Airport transfers from/to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
- Welcome gift
- Welcome drink
- 7 nights accommodation at La Grande Rossignol
- All meals - plant-based breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
- Daily excursions to beautiful medieval villages with Plus Beaux Villages de France status
- Mindfulness Workshop (30-45 mins)
- Breathing Techniques Workshop (30-45 mins): For cognitive clarity and emotional calm
- Daily Mindfulness Moments: Gentle practices throughout the retreat
- Creative Art Workshop
- Pool access and garden relaxation areas
- Pre and post retreat support from our team
- Transportation during the retreat
- Evening social gatherings and group dinners
- Parking
- Wifi connection
What's Not Included
- Flights costs
- Travel to our accommodation outside of twice daily Toulouse-Blagnac Airport transfers
- Visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Additional activities and treatments, if offered as supplementary
- Meals and drinks outside of the breakfast, lunch and dinner offered
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