Rural Retreat France
10 Bed Catered Accommodation for Group Retreats

Rural Retreat France
Designed for small groups of people seeking flexibility, choice & time to share passions & interests, without distraction. Set in tranquil, open landscapes, Rural Retreat France is the perfect setting dedicated to well-being, learning & connection.
Here, life follows the gentle rhythm of the seasons, living closely with nature & the environment. Our values reflect a commitment to ecology, sustainability & slow, mindful living & underpin all that we do. Read more about our commitment to green living here.

Rural Retreat Who is it for?
Rural Retreat is designed for groups of 4-8 friends or colleagues to get together & spend time in a quiet, stress free venue. You may be a group of friends looking for a place to get away from work, distractions or stress & to spend time together. You might be a group of people who share a passion or special interest & would love uninterrupted time to indulge! Or maybe you are looking for a group venue to share ideas, develop a project or start something new with colleagues or team members.
- Enjoy our facilities & try activity taster sessions on site.
- We can book local tutors to lead sessions.
- Arrange your own tutor & use our venue to run your retreat.
- If you are a tutor, you can book your own specialised retreat.
- Make the most of our location to explore the Charente.

What We Offer
- Accommodation for up to 10 people
- Breakfast & evening meal served at a time to suit your group
- A rural location with fields, gardens & patios
- Incredibly dark, clear skies & astronomy viewing area
- Recording studio & music equipment
- Large activity room for indoor activities & social events
- Outdoor kitchen, fully equipped for meal preparation
- Close to medieval town with shops & riverside activities

The face of Rural Retreat
Sue Woolf is your host for your retreat & welcomes you to her home in the beautiful French countryside. She is the inspiration behind Rural Retreat France & works tirelessly to take care of you.
Sue is always at the end of the phone or email, to answer your questions about Astrofarm, Studio Alouette and Rural Retreat. She is the point of contact for all bookings & provides your comfortable, quiet accommodation & the wonderful meals during your stay. Meet Sue here ...




