“I am just really glad I said yes to the trip!”
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to wander off to the French countryside and find sanctuary and tranquility in the walls of a 400-year-old village estate? Well, now you can! Join WanderFreely Founder Nicole Hudson in Southern France for a six-night retreat designed around slowing down and experiencing life's simple pleasures.
La Belle Vie Retreat brings you to Naves, France, located in the Ardeché region. Here, the landscape is breathtaking, the river is refreshing, and food just tastes better. Naves is within walking distance of the town of Les Vance, where you will find traditional French restaurants, cafés and shopping. Grab a coffee and croissant as you people-watch and absorb your surroundings, or sit by the pool and luxuriate in silence. Either way, La Belle Vie is within your reach.
The Venue: Seigneurie de Naves
To stay at the Seigneurie de Naves is to find a place of peace and charm. Located on a rocky spur, Naves is a quiet medieval village officially designated as a "Village de Caractère." The lively town of Les Vans is located in the valley 2 km away – or just over 1 km if walking.
Naves has maintained its atmosphere into the 21st century thanks to the residents' dedication and restoration of the historic properties. It is a collection of narrow cobbled streets that lead to the village square, which has an 11th-century church and views across the rugged terrain of the southern Ardèche.
Shared rooms are available, all with private en suite bathrooms. Private rooms sold out.
La Belle Vie Retreat Includes:
Six nights at La Seigneurie de Naves.
All meals (with exception of lunch in Uzès).
Daily Yoga and meditation classes.
Guided Gigong by the Chassezac river.
Day trip to the picturesque town of Uzès for shopping and sightseeing.
Dinner at the Feuille de Chou restaurant in Les Vans.
Exploring the Les Vans night market.
Morning hike and gorgeous views in the scenic Massif Central.
And, as always, a few surprises.
“Attending the WanderFreely retreat was amazing! Nicole curated the perfect blend of yoga, learning, cultural immersion, free time, and tourism. I also loved the community that formed- all the participants were amazing! I can’t wait to hear about the next retreat!”
Experience a week of luxuriating in the beauty of slowing down in Southern France.
