Retreats
“As important as it is to have a plan for doing work, it is perhaps more important to have a plan for rest, relaxation, self-care, and sleep.”
-Akiroq Brost
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Wellbeing Retreats
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Holiday Retreats
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CycleWise Retreats
It’s a story of miracles, the way Jonathan and I came to own the house in France. (It’s one worth sharing over a typical French meal under the broad leaves of the mulberry tree of a sultry summer evening, or by the log fire in the grips of winter.)
Situated in the peaceful village of Colombieres-sur-Orb, at the foot of the Caroux mountain and nestled within the idyllic Orb River Valley, it is located in the Haut Laungedoc National Park- so Nature reigns supreme.
Our welcoming home has a large garden that not only looks beautiful (It’s Lisa’s living canvas!) but also provides us with seasonal fruit and vegetables for our table and there are numerous spots where you can eat meals al fresco.
It even has a pool.
It’s almost too good to be true. But it is – and we would love to share it with you.
Accommodation
You’ll stay on-site in one of our self-contained gite spaces, either downstairs or in a spacious studio chalet. These spaces are simple but cosy and comfortable, with Wifi, air-con/heating, and access to a kitchen/dining and bathroom. Bed linen and towels are provided.
The downstairs space is a comfortable, neat two bedroom apartment, with one double bed and two single beds. It has a well-equipped kitchen and its bathroom is spacious, designed to accommodate people with mobility challenges.
The cosy studio chalet is suitable for individuals and couples, and has a kitchenette/diner and ensuite shower room.
There are several outdoor eating spaces to enjoy in our large, beautiful garden, as well as the pool in the summer months.
Things To Do
You can walk or cycle from our doorstep into woods and vineyards along an old, converted railway. There are various companies that hire out bikes, and one even hires out electric bikes.
A short drive will take you to hiking routes in nearby gorges or mountains, with stunning vistas and ancient trails.
There’s wild swimming in stunning nearby gorges, various delightful spots along the river and the Mediterranean and its beaches are one hour’s drive away.
Golf, horse-riding, climbing, canoeing and fishing are also available close by.
For sightseeing enthusiasts, you can visit the nearby medieval villages of Olargues and Roquebrun. Further afield you can go to the ,cities of Montpellier, Beziers or Sete, or explore the artistic town of Pezenas.
For food and wine enthusiasts, sample the excellent local Faugeres and St Chinian wines, or eat out at the many outstanding restaurants (some within walking distance from ours). There’s an abundance of local markets and organic produce to enjoy.
When we are there you have the added bonus of letting us take care of you by selecting one (or more) of the treatments and/or classes we have on offer. At a small cost, we can also provide you with a delectable two or three course meal on arrival (Jonathan loves to cook and does it very well!).
Treatments
Enjoy individual wellbeing treatment(s) in our beautiful chalet with a choice of:
Lomi-lomi therapeutic massage
Reflexology
Indian Head Massage
Reiki
Cycle Awareness Coaching
Feldenkrais Functional Integration sessions
Each treatment may be an individual modality or a combination of different techniques to suit your needs.
Alongside these treatments, we can use practical personal enquiry methods to explore the best ways to make change.
You may also like to explore any personal challenges or changes you want to make in your life through the lens of Cycle Awareness, Somatic Education and/or Ceremony.
Or try a gentle Feldenkrais Awareness through Movement (ATM) lesson – minimum 2 people.
Cost of sessions: Euro 55 per 1 hour treatments session
Cost of classes: Euro 15 per person
How to Get Here
By Plane:
We are about 50 minutes drive from Beziers airport (Ryanair), or 90 minutes from Montpellier airport (Easyjet). Tickets are often reasonable if booked in advance.
We can advise you about best routes, and provide pick-ups and drop-offs for an additional cost of 45 Euros from Beziers, if you don’t want to hire a car.
By Train:
There are regular TGV services to Montpellier and Beziers, and from there a local train to our nearby town Bedarieux several times a day, where we can pick you up
By Car:
You can reach Colombieres-sur-Orb from South-East England in one very long’s day’s drive, or in two comfortably, with a night’s stop-off half-way. The roads are rarely busy, well-maintained and the second half of the drive is breath-taking in its scenery. Please be aware that many French autoroutes charge tolls.
