The House
A place to come back to yourself
During your retreat at Little French Retreat, you will stay in a cosy and comfortable country house, nestling in the small historic village of Montesquieu, in south-west France.
The house has a family atmosphere, and guests are invited to make themselves at home, and to make full use of it. The house can accommodate a maximum of 4 guests, and meals are served 'as a family', making for a warm and friendly experience.
During the retreats, daily life follows a gentle, calm rhythm, inspired by life in the ashrams of India, where teachers and students live and study together. In the same spirit, the rooms are shared between several guests and everyone contributes to the daily chores to build a collective experience. The small size of the group is conducive to deep and intimate exchanges, and guests often make friends during the retreats.
rooms
The rooms have been carefully decorated in soothing tones and are equipped with high quality mattresses and pure cotton sheets to ensure a good night's sleep. Toiletries (towel, soap, shampoo) are also provided.
Take advantage of your free time to borrow a book from the library and make yourself comfortable in the lounge by the wood-burning stove, find a more private spot in the garden to enjoy the view over the valley, or relax in the shady veranda. We can also lend you bicycles and point you in the right direction for lovely walks or cycle rides along the nearby rivers and canals.
residents
We share the place with the animals we have taken in, dogs Lucien and Edie, and cat Suri. We feel that they add an extra soul to the atmosphere of the place. However, we are aware that this may not be suitable for everyone, especially those with allergies, which is why they are not allowed in the bedrooms or yoga room.