A space for Mothers to finally let go....
Casa LaLoba
What to Expect
We design a beautiful sanctuary space where everybody returns home from our nature retreats feeling more joyful, rested and nourished. More connected to each other AND to themselves. Our location is a delightful and peaceful village, surrounded by glorious countryside of sunflowers, cornfields and woods, a nature lovers paradise. At our Casa LaLoba retreats we will try to establish a Village Rhythm, where we shift the burden from "individual grit" to "communal flow."
Waking up to the smell of breakfast being prepared for you. Little ones are taken care of while mothers can take their time welcoming each day in. Mothers are invited to take part in our daily morning yoga sessions. There is free time for mothers to just be, to explore the stunning river beaches ,local artisanal markets and underground churches in Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, or to simply rest into whatever the body feels called to do that day.
This is the shift from doing for the child to being for the child
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Children will be crafting, swimming and playing together through the beautiful nature that surrounds- all under the gentle care of our childcare team.
Reunited with little ones after lunch, we will have time to all reconnect and hear the stories the children will surely want to share. The enclosed garden provides peace and tranquility as well as areas for games and activities and a piano if you feel inspired to play. A shady pergola or a sunny terrace, are ideal for alfresco meals, be that fresh homemade pizza with dough kneaded excitedly by the little hands of our children ,a traditional French meal made from locally sourced produce or a sizzling summer BBQ.
A time of mothers being mothered by others. A time where everybodys needs are tended.
It is the recognition that a woman’s wellness is the greatest gift she can offer her lineage.
What the day looks like
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SUNDAY: Arrival day
Check in from 3pm
6:00pm-Dinner for all to land & connect to the beautiful surroundings & to each other
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MONDAY- FRIDAY
7:30am - grazing breakfast for any early little risers
8:00 am- Fresh bread, local eggs, seasonal fruits, muesli, and pancakes drizzled with local honey and lemon!
8:30am- 2pm - Handover to childcarers/free time for mamas!
9.15am -10.45am YOGA
10.30am- Kids snack time with childcarers
12pm -Adult lunch & kids lunch separately
2:00pm- children reunited with mums
2:00 pm- Afternoon activity or free time
4:00pm- Snack time for kids and mums
6:00pm- Adult & kids dinner together
8:30pm- Guided meditation/ breathwork 2/3 of the evenings.
(Babysitting ‘listening in’ service provided)
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SUNDAY: Departure day
Farewell breakfast, last play with new buddies and check out by 12am
Our wonderful chef will prepare a simple packed lunch for your journey home.
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(Itinerary subject to minor changes)
What's Included
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​Accommodation( Price includes one shared room for mother and 1 child)
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ALL meals/snacks/teas, coffees, juices for mother and child
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Daily childcare from 8:30 - 2pm for ages 3+
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Daily morning yoga class for mamas
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Yoga mats
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2/3 Evening meditation/breathwork sessions
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Transfer from nearest train station- Challias to the house in Pillac( app.10 minutes away)
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Towels/basic toiletries/sunscreens
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Wifi
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FUN!!!!
What's not Included
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Flights
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Transfers from airport to nearest station (Challias) (although taxis and car shares can be arranged and facilitated by us)
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Childcare for children under 3 years is not included from 7:30-1pm but for 1 hr daily during the yoga sessisons and a 1.5hr evening ‘listening in’ service is offered to mamas to attend meditation/breathwork sessions (But we will be there to support one another, many hands to hold and keep and eye out for littles ones when mamas with babes in arms need supprt..... we’ve got you- we are THE village!)
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Trips to river beaches and local markets is subject to availability- depending on space available in my 7 seater car- however taxis are available so mamas can arrange amongst themselves to ride share if needed
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Any alcohol, (although you are welcome to purchase your own)
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Accomodation
This lovingly restored 12th century Country post house has all you need for a perfect, relaxing holiday. Our focus has been to make our co-living holidays as affordable and therefore as inclusive as possible. Accommodation is simple and charming. There are 13 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms- 6 bathtubs for bubble baths with little ones and several showers. The attractive, enclosed garden provides peace and tranquility as well as areas for games and activities. Both, a paved area beneath a shady pergola and a sunny terrace, are ideal for alfresco meals. There is a very large, airy dining room with a piano, seats 28, a spacious salon, comfortably furnished and with plenty of books, opening onto a Peri Gordian balcony and a large, well equipped farmhouse kitchen. Washing machines/dryers are available and two large fridges and freezers for children to make ice pops and for any mamas needing ice for a cold glass of iced tea or wine!
There's a dedicated children's play area with toys, books, play tents, mini football pitch with goals and table tennis! There is also a dedicated games room with a pool table for the slightly older kids - or mamas wanting to play too!
You can go walking, swimming at the local river beaches, canoe, play golf or tennis, dine out, all within a10 minute drive.
(Highchairs, cribs, baby monitor, blender, microwave all available to cater for littler ones needs)
The Pool
Being eagle eyed mamas, our childrens safety is no.1. Having two children, my daughter is 8 and a proficient swimmer and my boy is 6 and still learning, which means I want a pool to meet both needs-and so this one does!
The pool is large enough for longer swims yet there are shallower areas and tiered stairs for those needing some support. The pool has deck chairs for lounging, umbrellas for much needed shade and lots of inflatables for fun and games. We will supply the sunscreen, hopefully making packing easier for you - but please do pack necessary arms bands etc.
Location/Transport
Our Retreat is being held in one of the most beautiful regions in France - Bordeaux.
The 12 century house is situated in a lovely village called Pillac just under an hour away by train or car from Bordeaux airport.
Our nearest Train station is Chalais which is 10 minutes from Pillac. We will collect you from this train station.
If you are driving- two airport options are available- Bordeaux or Bergerac.
Our location is also reachable for those not wanting to fly-with trains from Paris.
If you want to land and explore a few days before the retreat starts we recommend Aubeterre-sur-Dronne which is 10 minutes away. Not only is it a quintessential French village, it has splendid river beaches and was once a very important site for pilgrims who would stop in the town on their way to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. An important part of this history is the huge underground Monolithic church that still exists here. The Saint-Jean church is the largest underground church in Europe!
