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Seasonal Wellness Retreats

With La Guérisseuse Verte at Château de Jalesnes

A 5-night women’s retreat in the Loire Valley, blending seasonal rituals, healing therapies, yoga, and the quiet luxury of château living.

2026 Retreat Dates
27 April – 2 May
14 – 19 September

A Week to Slow Down, Reconnect, and Breathe

Join us in the heart of the Loire Valley for an intimate, women-only retreat designed around the turning of the seasons.

Guided by La Guérisseuse Verte, you’ll experience massages, sound baths, seasonal rituals, foraging and yoga, with time and space to rest in a 17th-century château.

Each day brings gentle structure, nourishing food, and long, unhurried moments to simply be.

What’s Included

Wellness with La Guérisseuse Verte

3 massage sessions
2 sound baths
Plant forage workshop
Ritual welcome ceremony

Movement & Exploration

Yoga sessions with Santosha Yoga
Bike hire for exploring the Loire countryside
Time for journaling, rest and reflection

Food & Drink

Continental/light breakfast daily
Light lunch daily (sandwiches, quiches, cheese & crudité boards)
Chef-prepared vegetarian evening meals
Tea, coffee, infused water and juice available 24/7

Accommodation & Extras

5 nights at Château de Jalesnes
Welcome basket in each room (tea, coffee, milk, fresh apple juice)
Wellness book gift for every guest
Essential oils (in collaboration with La Guérisseuse Verte)
Pick-up & return from Saumur train station, plus help with train bookings

Retreat Dates & Investment

From January, we’re introducing our Refer a Friend offer.
Book with a friend in separate rooms and enjoy €100 off each — our way of celebrating shared journeys and meaningful connection.

This offer is perfect for women who want to experience the retreat together, while still enjoying their own private space.

Spring Retreat
27^th April – 2nd May 2026

Autumn Retreat

14^th – 19^th September 2026

6 days / 5 nights

Single Occupancy Suite
3,150€ per person

Double Occupancy Suite
2,850€ per person

For those seeking a deep, immersive reset. Includes:

5 nights’ accommodation in the château
Full wellness programme across the week and additional small-group time with Jo
Yoga session
Sound bath, plant foraging & moon ritual workshop
3 massages
Nourishing, seasonal meals throughout
Time and space to fully rest, reflect and restore

Best for those who want to truly disconnect and sink into the experience.

Spring Reset
28^thApril – 1st May 2026

4 days / 3 nights

Single Occupancy Suite
2,250€ per person

Double Occupancy Suite
2,000€ per person

A luxurious multi-day reset, designed as a gentle introduction to retreat life. Includes:

Arrival at 10am on the first full day
3 nights’ accommodation
Sound bath & plant foraging
Yoga session
2 massages
Final ecstatic dance ceremony
Departure at 4pm on the final day

Perfect if you want a restorative escape without a full week away.

ONE BEDROOM SUITES

TWO BEDROOM SUITES

A Gentle Daily Rhythm

Morning – Slow breakfast, guided movement or yoga, seasonal ritual or workshop
Midday – Light lunch, free time to rest, read, swim, or explore by bike
Afternoon – Massages, sound baths or foraging sessions
Evening – Chef-prepared vegetarian dinner, fireside chats, journaling, early nights

Everything is optional. This is your week to move at the pace your body needs.

Is This Retreat for You?

This retreat is perfect if you:

Long for time away from busy life to reset and reconnect with yourself
Are drawn to seasonal living, nature, and gentle ritual
Enjoy yoga or movement at a soft, accessible level (all levels welcome)
Prefer intimate, women-only spaces with a warm, supportive atmosphere
Love the idea of staying in a French château with good food and good company

You do not need any previous wellness or yoga experience – just an openness to rest, explore and be cared for.

YOUR HOSTS

La Guérisseuse Verte

Jo is the founder of La Guérisseuse Verte, a holistic practitioner whose work blends therapeutic nutrition, herbal medicine, natural rhythms and intuitive massage. With a background in wine and natural viticulture, she brings a unique sensitivity to the seasons, the senses, and the quiet intelligence of the body.
A mother and advocate of slow, intentional living, Jo guides women toward restoration through gentle rituals, plant knowledge and embodied self-care.
Her retreats are designed as sensory journeys - immersive, poetic and deeply transformative - inviting each guest to reconnect with herself in an elegant, nurturing setting

CHÂTEAU DE JALESNES

Château de Jalesnes is a 17th-century estate in the heart of the Loire Valley, restored with great care to honour its history while offering a peaceful, luxurious sanctuary for modern travellers. Surrounded by forests, gardens and quiet courtyards, it is a place where time slows, senses awaken, and rest becomes effortless.
Dedicated to multi-day experiences that nourish both body and spirit, the château provides the perfect setting for intimate retreats, refined celebrations and restorative escapes.

Travel & Practicalities

Closest station: Saumur – we provide pick-up and return on arrival/departure days
Chateau de Jalesnes can help with train bookings from Paris and other cities
Check-in Monday afternoon (4pm), check-out Saturday morning (10am)
What to bring: comfortable clothing, layers, suitable shoes for walking/foraging, swimwear, journal, favourite cosy items
Accessible rooms are available - please request this upon booking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need experience with yoga or retreats?

No, you will be fully guided by our experts.

Are dietary needs catered for?

The menu is vegetarian, but allergies and further dietary requirements can be catered for. Please request upon booking.

I’m coming alone – is that okay?

Absolutely! Our retreats are perfect to make new connections, or simply enjoy solo for the ultimate break.

What is your cancellation policy?

A full refund is available up to 14 days after booking. A partial refund is available up to 4 weeks in advance.

Is the retreat alcohol-free?

Yes. We find that the retreat is best enjoyed without alcohol. La Guerisseuse Verte will provide teas, and the chateau will provide coffee, water, juices and other soft drinks throughout your stay.

Reserve Your Place

To request a place on the retreat, please complete the form below and we’ll be in touch with availability, room options and next steps.
A deposit will secure your booking, with the balance due 8 weeks before arrival.

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