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A Week of Yoga, Gastronomy and Culture in Provence

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  • Bespoke yoga and meditation sessions admist the beautiful French countryside
  • Hikes with breath-taking views, or to waterfalls known-to-locals and ponds for bathing
  • Plant-based gastronomy workshop with a professional French chef
  • Wine from the village vineyard accompanying 3 dinners
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Overview

Relax and unwind during yoga lessons then go discover yoga philosophy, nature and gastronomy in Provence on this fantastic activity filled break based in Saint-Jeannet; arrival is on Sunday evening and departure on Saturday morning (6 nights / 7 days).

2025 Dates – this experience week starts on Sundays each month between April and November –  please see the calendar.

This wonderful yoga, nature and personal development holiday is based in a small village on the border of Provence and the Cote D’Azur, regions renowned for panoramic landscapes, coastal and mountain views and rich history.

You’ll stay in the medieval village of Saint-Jeannet for your  6 night / 7 day yoga holiday combined with guided activities and workshops. This tranquil location sets the scene for your twice daily yoga lessons designed to energise you in the morning and unwind and relax in the evening.

Through daily yoga and meditation practice, as well as outdoor activities and workshops, you will be able to reconnect with your body and mind. Every session is an opportunity to practise being mindful: to come back to yourself, connect to the here and now, become more present… and discover who you truly are and what you really want in life. We hope you will take the retreat with you and use the tools you’ve gathered here to stay connected to your own inner sense of peace, joy, and love, which are always there, because they are you. Our retreats are suitable for all abilities, and our teachers are experts at delivering sessions suited to the needs and abilities of the guests of each week, who come with a variety of age and experience.

During the week, there will be two communication workshops, one shared plant-based French gastronomy workshop with a professional chef and meditation sessions. You will also be able to enjoy a cooking class followed by dinner with a professional French chef.  There is a weekly set schedule which will bring you new experiences and exploration, with everything from hiking to shared cooking and food, you’ll have yoga as well as  free time to take part in massage treatments or simply explore the region.

Typical activities include a wonderful hike to get a 360 degree panoramic view over the Mediterranean sea, the French Riviera, and even stopping for a refreshing swim in the local waterfalls and freshwater ponds! On another day, you will end up off the beaten track on a meditation walk.

In your free time you can enjoy walking toward a 1000 year old oak tree, or perhaps finishing the day rambling to a local vineyard to enjoy some wine tastings.

Have an after dinner wander down the medieval cobbles and see where you end up for the sunset.

IMPORTANT: please note on following dates the whole experience will be spoken in French – see the FQA for more details.

Sunday

Arrival is on Sunday evening between 15:00-18:00. Arrive to the house at your own convenience.

Should you arrive earlier a note will be left for you at the front door with the code and directions for you to make yourself comfortable.

18:00 – 21:00: This evening we welcome new arrivals to the house for introductions and bonding accompanied by a pre dinner aperitif. Dinner will be a finger buffet including local organic wine from the village winery.

 

 

 

 

Monday

08:00 – 09:30: Yoga session

09:30 – 11: 00: Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace

11:00: Walking day; following the philosophy of the Buddhist Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, “Every breath we take, every step we make can be filled with peace, joy and serenity. We just have to awaken, living in the present moment”.

In spring and autumn, hike around the Baou towards the top of the mountain for a homemade picnic and a magnificent view of the Côte d’Azur and the Alps. The walk is 8 km, with an ascent and descent of around 350m on a rocky path, and will take around 3 hours. There will be time for the picnic at the top.

In the summer we will walk into a gorge to walk along and sometimes into a river, taking a refreshing dip in the crystal clear freshwater ponds this is a 5 kilometre hike on a rocky path, and will take around 2 hours with a picnic lunch and swim in the river.

We provide backpacks with a “Camel pack” (1.5L) for drinking as well as trekking poles on request. Please bring comfortable shoes (trainers should suffice), sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and in case of bad weather a windbreaker or rain gear.

A picnic lunch, including a glass of wine, is included.

An introduction to meditation will take place during the excursion.

18:00 – 19:00:  Free time to relax

20:00: Dinner organised by your hosts.

 

Tuesday

08:00 – 09:30: Yoga session

09:30 – 11:00: Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace.

11:00 – 13:30 An introductory workshop exploring aspects of yoga other than the practice of postures.

13:30 14:30: Lunch

14:30 – 17:00 Free time to relax, meditate at your own rhythm, reserve a massage or wander around the picturesque streets of the village or in the surrounding hills. Perhaps visit the local organic chocolatier or one of the two wineries for a tasting, use the private spa in the village, wander the picturesque streets or the surrounding hills, or sit in the local bar, just a few steps away from us, with the most enchanting panoramic views of the French Riviera, sipping your drink, soaking up the slow pace of the village.

17:00 – 19:00: French gastronomy workshop with our chef

19:00- 22:00: Dinner prepared earlier in the gastronomy workshop a moment to bring more mindfulness to nourishing both our physical body and our mind Wine included.

 

 

 

Wednesday

09:30 – 11:00: Yoga session

11:00 – 13:00: Homemade brunch on the sunny terrace

13:00 – 18:00: Free time to reserve a massage or Tibetan sound healing, wander the cobbled streets of this charming village, take a gentle climb for gorgeous views, or a short descent for a refreshing dip in the river, saunter to the village vineyard for a tasting led by the vintner, take in the local arts offer, visiting the enchanting chapel designed by Henri Matisse in Vence, or even take a day trip to the famous beaches of the Cote d’Azur.

18:00 – 19:00: Yoga session

19:00: Dinner, provided by the host, self-service.

 

 

 

Thursday

08:00 – 09:30: Yoga

09:30 – 11:00: Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace

11:00 – 11:30: Guided Meditation

11:30 – 13:30: A practical workshop exploring aspects of yoga other than the practice of postures.

13:30 – 14:30: Lunch

14:00 – 17:00: Free time

17:30 – 18:30: Yoga

19:00: Dinner at your leisure tonight – hosts are able to help with recommendations and booking tables.

 

 

 

Friday

08:00 – 09:30: Yoga session

09:30 – 11:00: Homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace.

11:00 – 18:00: Go-with-the-flow day: to practise what we preach, being present, we leave the included activity of this day open, to decide during the week, as we, and the guests, get to know each other and together we decide what we want to do.

Activities could include: trip to the beach, a guided tour of the enchanting chapel designed by Henri Matisse in Vence, trip to Saint-Paul de Vence with its art galleries, a silent meditative walk on an alternative route to that of Monday, wine-tasting at the local village vineyard, a day out in Nice, meditation in an ancient oak forest followed by a walk to the organic goat and sheep farm where we source our cheese, etc. – the possibilities are not limited to those.

18:00 – 19:00 Closing ceremony of the retreat – dedication and gratitude

19:00: Farewell dinner of the retreat, including organic wine from the village vineyard. There may be games, dancing mingling and chatting with our new friends. We always have a lot of fun and celebrate the week we have spent together and the connections that have been made.

 

 

Saturday

09:30 – 11:00: Final homemade breakfast on the sunny terrace and check out.

Your luggage can be stored if your departure is later in the day.

 

What's included

Included

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • Food: daily breakfasts/brunches, lunches and dinners (except on Thursday), including a welcome finger-buffet and a farewell dinner (all as organic and local as possible)
  • Daily yoga and meditation sessions
  • Activity programme from Monday to Friday
  • Cooking workshop with a professional French chef
  • Professional certified guide for activities
  • Hikes in the Mediterranean hills around Saint-Jeannet or in a local gorge/canyon to enjoy swimming in ponds and waterfalls on summer days
  • The “free flow day” activity (see programme), unless it is to a ticketed venue.

Accommodation

House

Your accommodation is located in the charming medieval village of Saint Jeannet, filled with cobbled streets and hiking paths leading you into the hills

You will stay in a 19th century converted village house has been restored to a charming B&B.

The house has 6 ensuite bedrooms (3 twin rooms and 3 double rooms) - three have balcony and sea view and three have views of the foothills of the alps.

There is a:
- Lounge
- Fully equipped kitchen is available for you to make your own meals, tea or snacks
- Outside terrace where you can enjoy breakfast
- Washing machine and dryer
- Free secure off-road parking in the village car park

Check in to your room from 3pm and check out before 11pm; however, please note your hosts can be flexible if necessary

When there are more yogis on the retreat than there are rooms in the house, our host will find accommodation of a similar standard in the village within a walking distance of the main house.

Your local host

Benoit

Benoit and his fabulous team run a guest house specialising in Yoga holidays and Yoga retreats. It is situated in the heart of Saint Jeannet, a medieval village perched on the hills above Nice, only 20kms away from the famous French Riviera. Since 2006, they have been eager to share this magical place with you. They offer a weekly program during which you will discover or deepen your Yoga practice and enjoy everything the area has to offer: cultural and outdoor activities, French gastronomy through cooking sessions. This is a space where you will be able to relax, recharge yourself, and find out who you truly are, and what you really want. The House is also available as a private lodge from mid-November to mid-March. Please contact us for more details.

Benoit and his fabulous team run a guest house specialising in Yoga holidays and Yoga retreats. It is situated in the heart of Saint Jeannet, a medieval village perched on the hills above Nice, only 20kms away from the famous French Riviera. Since 2006, they have been eager to share this magical place with you. They offer a weekly program during which you will discover or deepen your Yoga practice and enjoy everything the area has to offer: cultural and outdoor activities, French gastronomy through cooking sessions. This is a space where you will be able to relax, recharge yourself, and find out who you truly are, and what you really want. The House is also available as a private lodge from mid-November to mid-March. Please contact us for more details.

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Location

Saint-Jeannet stands in the hilltop villages of the Cote d’Azur, with majestic cliffs hanging over it, locally called Le “Baou”. Enjoy panoramic views of the coast all the way from the Italian border to the East, to Saint-Tropez in the West. To the North and East lie the magnificent French Alps. To the West, rolling foothills and low-lying mountain ranges trickling into the Mediterranean set the scene for spectacular sunsets year round.

Stay in a delightful family-run renovated guesthouse with a history that dates back to 1850. There is a total of 6 rooms; 3 twin rooms & 3 double rooms – some rooms come with balconies but all of them come with a fantastic view. There’s also a yoga shala for your yoga and relaxing time.

Nearest airport: Nice Cote D’Azur Airport (20km)

 

What our travellers are saying...

I was fortunate enough to have a week at the Frog's House in August and it was a welcome respite from a challenging year during the pandemic. Benoit and the team take care of everything with great care and attention. The room had a beautiful view across the valley towards the sea and the yoga studio looked on to the mountain tops. There was delicious healthy food and a full program that you could engage with, or step out of if you wanted a more l

Deborah

Thoroughly enjoyed the charming little village, beautiful yoga, French cooking, amazing hiking, fun day trips and absolutely lovely hosts!! Benoit is very passionate and patient, and was such a knowledgeable guide around the city! A very authentic French country side experience with a good mix of city exploring too! Fantastic and recommend it!!

Crystal

Had an amazing time at the frogs house. The views are spectacular and has all the amenities you would ever need. The yoga was suitable for all levels, and as a beginner i found it very spiritual and testing physically but always felt amazing after. The food gave a real taste of French culture and was all locally sourced, delicious! Also really enjoyed the trips and the hosts felt more like friends rather than tour guides. The staff and people we

Brigg

FAQs

What are the check in/ check out times?

You can check in any time after 3pm on Day 1 and check out by 11am on Day 7

Who is it suitable for?

This holiday is suitable for all levels of yoga from beginners to experienced yogis

A relatively good level of fitness is required for the walks

Minimum age is 18 for this holiday

Your hosts are French, and all cooking classes and guided cultural excursions are in English and/or French

I'm travelling solo - can I join?

These holidays make great singles holidays as solo travellers can join groups for the daily activities and guests are encouraged to use and mingle in the shared spaces such as the terrace, living and kitchen

Restricted mobility access

Please find below some information regarding the accommodation and location of the holiday which may be useful when deciding if this is the right holiday for you; should you have an further questions, please contact us and we will be happy to help

We generally do not recommend this location for those with restricted mobility

The holiday is based in a mountain village with steps, narrow streets and guests stay in n old village house built over 4 floors without a lift

There is no accessibility for wheelchairs at this venue. If a person is able to walk but has 'some' restrictions then we would need further information concerning their needs and would be very honest if we felt the person could not participate in the activity holidays.

Are meals included?

Breakfast or brunch every day, picnic lunch during excursions and all but one dinner (Thursday), are included in the price.

Wine from the village vineyard is included with three of the dinners and at the picnic lunch. At all other times, it is available for purchase at cost price.

Meals are made with as far as possible organic and local ingredients. We encourage, but are not dogmatic about, a plant-based diet, and are happy to introduce you to some options: for example, we make our own yoghurt daily with vegetal alternatives to cow’s milk, and at some breakfasts we will cook you omelettes and other delights without their common animal-based ingredients. We will of course also serve French cheeses, pastries, etc. on particular days, and if requested by guests, more often.

If you have dietary requirements, please let us know at the time of booking

Eating in the local area

You will be happy to find lots of places to grab a bite to eat: 4 restaurants, 1 grocery store and 1 butcher, 1 bakery, 2 cafés/pubs

You can also buy some take away meals in one of the local shops, at the butcher (who also makes vegetarian dishes), the bakery or get some supplies from the local supermarket and use the big open kitchen to prepare your meals.

What can I do in my free time?

Explore the beautiful village of Saint-Jeannet, wandering around its narrow medieval streets. Make this even more fun by participating in a wonderful treasure hunt organised by a local young entrepreneur that will take you around the secret places of the village and immerse you into the legend of the alchemist.

Walk to the village vineyard and have a tasting led by the winemaker

Meditate on your balcony watching the sea, or take a walk in the nearby hills and valleys

Extra cost: book a massage or Tibetan Bowl Healing treatment

Outdoor activities that the host can help you organise at extra cost: Canyoning, rafting, rock, climbing

Explore the Cote d’Azur: Monaco, Eze village, Saint-Jean Cap Ferrat and Villa Ephrussi, Jean Cocteau’s decorated chapel and villa, Matisse’s chapel in Vence, the art galleries of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, the glass blowing workshops of Biot, the perfume factories in Grasse, Antibes with its effortless combination of old and new, from beaches to forts, Nice, Cannes, and much more.

How long an I stay?

The retreat is for 6 nights / 7 days an starting on Sunday and ending on Saturday.

What facilities does the accommodation have?

- Light, airy rooms well decorated with lovely views and some with balconies
- Wifi throughout
- Fully equipped kitchen for you to make your own meals, tea or snacks in
- Lovely outdoor terrace to enjoy breakfast on
- Yoga shala for daily practice
- A meditation and massage room
- Washing machine and dryer available
- A selection of inspirational books for guests to read during their stay
- Secure off-road parking and WiFi throughout

What is the language of the retreat?

Most of the retreats are in English.

However, our team is bilingual and would welcome your speaking with them in French, even during our English language retreats.

The below 4 retreats will be spoken in exclusively in French:
27 April 2025
17 August 2025
24 August 2025
26 October 2025

Please only join them if you have a level of French of intermediate or above and are happy conversing in French. If you do choose to come to those French language retreats to practise your French, please note that guests who have chosen these retreats have done so specifically because they wish to take part in a retreat where not only the instruction, but also the social conversation happens in French. So please be ready to speak French all the time!

Other than the 4 above start dates, all our other retreats are in English.

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