8 Day Tapestry as Art & Relaxation Retreat at La Faye, France
8 Day Tapestry as Art & Relaxation Retreat at La Faye, France
11 La Faye, 86310 Antigny, France
Up to 6 in group
May 3 - 10, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Shared delicious meals in alfresco dining environment
- Evening aperitif sampling French local wines
- Morning meditation to set the warm and positive tone of the day
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Born in Adelaide Australia Madeleine travelled to London aged 16 to train at the Royal Ballet School. After a short time working with both Sadlers Wells Royal Ballet and the Australian Ballet as a professional ballerina she gave up dancing to study English literature at The University of Melbourne. Having always been interested in Art and Craft and Design she took up tapestry as a hobby in France, experimenting with her own designs which were often inspired by modernist art. This hobby soon became a passion and now she hopes to share her love for tapestry with others: “I definitely wouldn’t be as grounded and full-filled if I didn’t have tapestry in my life. I find the colour and texture of wool combined with the rhythm of stitching an incredibly healing and meditative activity. I wish many more people could discover just how soothing and comforting it is."
Details of this retreat
We love living at La Faye because it is tranquil, simple and healing.
The moment our guests arrive, they start to unwind and slow down and begin mindfully making time count.
Imagine a week for you: a week of sampling freshly grown, freshly prepared local produce and collective meals eaten in the fresh air with like-minded individuals.
Exercise your creativity with the healing power of stitching with wonderful wool.
Enter into the world of tapestry where you create your own design.
A stay at La Faye includes full board, visits to places of interest, guided tuition (including materials), optional meditation and time for you to spend in relaxing spaces where you can unwind and chill.
We have beautiful grounds to explore, tranquil walks directly from the property, a friendly goat and hens to visit, and a 12 metre by 6 metre refreshing outdoor pool.
The aim of the tapestry retreat is to explore sewing on canvas as both a form of art and relaxation.
Discover the healing qualities of colour and wool and the meditative rhythm of sewing.
We love sharing our space here with people who crave peace and quiet and a gentle rhythm of life.
We welcome people with an open heart.
The moment our guests arrive, they start to unwind and slow down and begin mindfully making time count.
Imagine a week for you: a week of sampling freshly grown, freshly prepared local produce and collective meals eaten in the fresh air with like-minded individuals.
Exercise your creativity with the healing power of stitching with wonderful wool.
Enter into the world of tapestry where you create your own design.
A stay at La Faye includes full board, visits to places of interest, guided tuition (including materials), optional meditation and time for you to spend in relaxing spaces where you can unwind and chill.
We have beautiful grounds to explore, tranquil walks directly from the property, a friendly goat and hens to visit, and a 12 metre by 6 metre refreshing outdoor pool.
The aim of the tapestry retreat is to explore sewing on canvas as both a form of art and relaxation.
Discover the healing qualities of colour and wool and the meditative rhythm of sewing.
We love sharing our space here with people who crave peace and quiet and a gentle rhythm of life.
We welcome people with an open heart.
Schedule
Optional morning meditation and/or walk
Breakfast
Morning creative session and/or excursion
Lunch
Afternoon creative session and/or excursion
Aperitif
Dinner
Breakfast
Morning creative session and/or excursion
Lunch
Afternoon creative session and/or excursion
Aperitif
Dinner
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Tapestry Retreat for Art & Relaxation, 11 La Faye, 86310 Antigny, France
Directions
Book your flight to Poitiers–Biard Airport (PIS), or Poitiers Train Station, the nearest airport & Station to the retreat. From the airport, La Faye, France is approximately 50 km away, with an estimated travel time of about 45–60 minutes by car.
Flights from the UK operate to Poitiers, typically on Sundays. Alternatively, you may fly into Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Limoges Airport (LIG) and take a train to Poitiers Station, where a courtesy pick-up to the retreat can be arranged.
Flights from the UK operate to Poitiers, typically on Sundays. Alternatively, you may fly into Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Limoges Airport (LIG) and take a train to Poitiers Station, where a courtesy pick-up to the retreat can be arranged.
Accommodation
The accommodation at La Faye comprises six individual double bedrooms. The studio comprises an open-plan double bedroom, kitchenette, and living area, with a separate bathroom featuring a toilet, bathtub, and shower. It has a small private outdoor terrace area. Maison Marguerite has a downstairs double room with a walk-in shower and a nearby toilet, and an upstairs double bedroom with a nearby toilet and shower cabin. Downstairs is an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area, with French doors opening onto a terrace. La Grange has three double bedrooms: one with an ensuite shower and toilet; the second with an upstairs toilet and a bathtub and shower; and the third with a shower cabin and toilet nearby. Downstairs is an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. There are also French doors leading to the garden area. This means each double room has its own private bathroom and toilet. Each property is in the comfortable style of French Farmhouse living with lovely old beams, stone walls, and country warmth. All rooms have excellent wifi.
Tapestry Retreat All Inclusive
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
Located in the department of La Vienne our warm and inviting stone and wooden beam 18thC farmhouse is surrounded by beautiful gardens, an elegant swimming pool and open fields. We have eggs from our hens and fresh produce from our vegetable garden and beautiful historic medieval towns in the vicinity where French markets thrive. The area is renowned for its painted Romanesque murals; nearby we have the Abbey of Saint Savin, a UNESCO World Heritage site nicknamed the Sistine Chapel of Roman Art.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
Barbeque enthusiast Stephen and experienced cook Madeleine are generous and enthusiastic hosts who put their heart and soul into preparing fresh food from fresh ingredients catering to all tastes.
What's Included
- 7 nights accommodation in private double rooms
- All meals and drinks home cooked and from home grown local produce
- Courtesy pick up and drop off from Poitiers railway station or airport
- Group excursions to local markets and medieval villages
- Farewell last night dinner at local restaurant
What's Not Included
- Airfares
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
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