The space to come home to....

Little French Retreat is a retreat venue with a difference.

A warm and welcoming country home in a rural corner of Gascony, France, we offer authentic and intimate retreat experiences for small groups.

The combination of tranquil surroundings, nourishing home cooked food and daily yoga classes enable guests to slow down and let go of any ideas or habits that may be limiting their wellbeing.

We accommodate a maximum of six guests at any one time, so that the experience never feels hurried or crowded and we have time to give each guest the care and attention they need.

Our retreats encourage guests to reset their course and give them the tools to carry those changes forward into their lives.

 

Upcoming Retreats

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Keep Calm and Come to Kerala (1 space left!)
Jan 26
Keep Calm and Come to Kerala (1 space left!)

Join Tamsin for a magical trip to Southern India, the spiritual home of yoga. This is Tamsin's fourth year leading a retreat at Blooming Bay Resort, Varkala’s best kept secret, hidden by coconut trees and mango groves on the exclusive South Cliff, with views across the Arabian Sea. The ten days are designed to recharge your batteries and rejuvenate your mind, body and heart with the combination of Yoga, Ayurveda & Self-development.

The Cleanse for Life / a practice of eating and living well
Apr 27
The Cleanse for Life / a practice of eating and living well

A seven day seasonal cleanse, based on the philosophies of Yoga and Ayurveda to unify your spirit, mind and body with a dynamic programme. With the focus on the qualities of spring and the foods and activities best suited to this time of year to support a healthy lifestyle. Ideal for improving energy, regulating sleep patterns and solving digestion and mood swings.

Discover Yoga / wellbeing for everyday living
May 16
Discover Yoga / wellbeing for everyday living

A weekend for beginners or those who wish to revisit the basics and explore all aspects of the practice; how to breath properly, alignment of postures, mantra and meditation for clarity and transforming emotions, wholesome vegetarian food,  peaceful walks in the surrounding countryside and time to rest at the house in comfort.

 
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Psychologies Magazine: retreats to help you plan your life
Psychologies Magazine: retreats to help you plan your life

A life coaching retreat is ideal if you are at a crossroads. You may be setting up your own business, dealing with a big change, such as divorce, relocation or a new job, or you might just have a niggling feeling that your life isn’t quite right. They can help you work on a specific issue, such as courage or time management, or work out what is truly important to you
Daily Mail: This was the life change I desperately needed

Owning our story is not always easy and yet it makes us who we are. Thanks to the Daily Mail and journalist Sam Brick for writing such a beautiful account of the reason I began yoga, the source of inspiration for LFR and how, I now do what I love everyday

Psychologies Magazine: best retreats on a budget
Psychologies Magazine: best retreats on a budget

Come for retreats dedicated to beginners’ yoga, seasonal Ayurvedic cleansing, women’s rest, or yoga and walking. The latter mixes restorative sivananda yoga, which is accessible to anyone with a few months’ yoga practice, tasty vegetarian meals, inspired by Ayurvedic principles, such as tofu coconut masala and meditative walking through the surrounding vineyards and oak woodland.

What are you going to give up this year? Being mindful of what’s stopping you from leading your best life is a constant practice. Every year is a chance to check in and reflect. SO here’s my list for everything I am leaving behind in 2018 1) CLUTTER In January I choose the word simplicity to guide my year. Having spent twelve months ditching everything I don't use, duplicates and clothes I hadn't worn for the last year, I feel lighter and more energised 2) SHOULD I am dropping this word from my vocabulary. Hell yes! A word that causes expectation and perfectionism is going AND more relaxation taking it’s place. 3) DISTRACTIONS I’m focusing my attention only on the things I love so that I can master them fully…. Like taking photos, cooking (practicing yoga a given) and reading all the books I’ve bought, yet never found time to read. 4) PLASTIC I’m avoiding plastic products as much as I can and replacing them with natural alternatives 5) BEING COOL I gave this up long ago and this year I am just going to embrace it even more. I LOVE my home wear of clogs and argyl socks! 6) RESCUING ANIMALS The door to Noah’s Arc is now officially closed. We have four rescue animals and we love them dearly, but there’s no more room in the Inn. 7) KEEPING UP I feel like I have climbed a mountain since being in France and it’s time to rest on the plateau and enjoy the view. If you want to slow down, you know where I am! . . #newyear #manifesto #simplicity #minimalism #letgo #change #raiseyourvibration #theartofslowliving #cornersofmyhome #positivevibes #detox #yogaretreat #change #yogalife #conciousliving #quietmoments #aquietstyle #vintage #home #followyourbliss #everythingisenergy #calm #stillness #rest
2 SPOTS LEFT FOR KERALA!! I am now super excited. Not long until our adventure 🙌🏻✨😮 . I can almost hear the sounds of India; the crows and sea eagles, the call to prayer from the beach mosque, and the familiar chai seller passing by . Feeling amazing after our morning roof top practice, followed by eating breakfast looking out towards the ocean, pondering the day ahead. . Beautiful spaces, heart felt people, and time to fully immerse yourself in your practice, with time for you and to begin the new year feeling rested, full of energy and inspired . . #amazingindia #yogaretreat #instayoga #practicedaily #kerala #iloveyoga #yogaholiday #gratitude #newyear #beherenow #feelgoodfactor #theartofslowliving #wonderlust #adventureyogi #yogatravel
The process of change starts with an awareness of our interconnected relationship with everything around us and how we perceive our situation. . To begin to change and feel different in your life, notice what story you are creating that’s holding you in a place you don’t want to be. . Observe your thoughts and the words you use and if they are negative. Question your negative thoughts with a positive alternative and begin to see possibilities and other opportunities open up for you. . Choice is our greatest friend to living authentically, in a way that is kind to ourselves, making conscious decisions about where we live, how we live and who we live with . . #findyourself #peace #raiseyourvibrations #selfawareness #mindset #everythingisenergy #naturelover #consciousliving #consciousness #change #positivethinking #yogalife #dailypractice #meditation #choice #refection #contemplation #beherenow #instayoga #alifelessordinary #truthseeker #mytinyatlas #theartofslowliving #sivananda #bonheur #liveauthentic
Sunday afternoons and the living is easy . . #lucienlechien #englishsetter #orangebelton #livethelittlethings #quietmoments #theartofslowliving #sunday #yogaretreat #cornersofmyhome #dogsofinstagram #houndandsoul #whywereacue #labellevie #thisbeautifullife

Begin your Self-Discovery Journey with Tamsin and create positive change by asking important life and work related questions to reveal what makes you unique, realign your purpose and allow a sense of freedom to flow through you again. More information can be found  HERE

Or for any questions on planning your stay, what the area has to offer, or to organise trips and travel arrangements please get in touch with me Tamsin; info@littlefrenchretreat.com