Body of Work Retreats in the French Countryside - July 2025
Body of Work - By Makher - Friday, July 11th - 17th or Monday, July 21st - Sunday, July 27th
Body of Work - oeu·vre /ˈo͝ovrə/ borrowed from French, literally, "work”. A body of work never ends. A collection in which we reach mastery. We are a collection of our experiences, carried in our body.
Join me and a small group of womxn in Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon, France for a 6 night, 7 day wellness retreat. The location is rustic and unique. Set in the heart of the French countryside, this historical flour mill has been lovingly curated to create a stylish retreat space full of character and charm. If you want an authentic experience in the French countryside with space to create and relax; this is the retreat for you.
We will write, meditate, create, cold plunge in our own private swimming hole, walk, yoga a little, and build community. And did I mention French food and wine? Night markets and a visit to the Roquefort Cheese Caves.
Your Hosts: Claire Adams
Claire Adams is a 200 hr Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga teacher with a Trauma Informed Yoga Certification. She is a humanities professor by day with over a decade of teaching experience and single mum to 3 grown up kids. Originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, she now calls Salt Lake City, Utah home.
Contact: makherwellness@gmail.com
Your Hosts: Nathalie Edwards
Nathalie Edwards took the plunge in November 2018 and swapped her suburban London terrace for a new life in the French Countryside. Nathalie is a ceramic artist and splits her time between creating her own works and hosting/facilitating retreats, workshops, and residencies.
The Mill, FranceWhat to expect?
Come alone, or bring a friend. Some rooms can be single or double occupancy. See individual rooms for all inclusive costs.
What’s Included?
*All transfers and transportation when you’re at the retreat
*Concierge travel planning
*Accommodation at The Mill including access to the library, salon, and all communal areas
*All meals/snacks at The Mill
*Transportation to and from Millau, Grocery Store, Local Market
*Trip to Roquefort Cheese Caves
*Personalized Goddess Statue
*Swag Bag
*Yoga Classes
All residents will have access to:
* The Flour Store - Our dedicated exhibition/performance/event studio (110sqm)
* Writing desks in all rooms and communal spaces
* Yoga mats
* Bicycles
* Ample outside space to draw/paint
* River swims on the doorstep, and our own private swimming hole for the daily dip!
* Outdoor bath and showers
* Plethora of local hikes with inspiring landscape and picturesque villages
Body of Work - Goddess Statue
Come make a literal body of work with us!Nathalie will guide you through the process of hand finishing a Goddess statue, that she has made for you. You get to pick the statue that you feel best reflects you and work on the finish. Option to make and/or purchase additional ceramics. You can’t even imagine how fun this will be!
Claire will lead you in yoga, meditation, and writing. The retreat also includes a trip to the nearby Roquefort Caves (lots of cheese!) and the local market in Millau.
Room Option 1: Miller’s Nook
The Miller’s Nook is cute and cozy. This room is single occupancy. It has no exterior windows which makes it lovely and cool in summer! It does have some windows that open into the interior of the mill. Single occupancy cost is $2350. Shares a bathroom with the Mezzanine Nook.
Room Option 2: The Mezzanine Nook
The Mezzanine Nook can be single or double occupancy. *Please note, the second bed is up a ladder as pictured below, so mobility is required and access is at the risk of the participants. This room has no exterior windows, which makes it lovely and cool in summer! It does have some windows that open into the interior of the mill. Single occupancy cost is $2599, double occupancy is $1750 per person sharing. Shared bathroom with one other single room.
Book The Mezzanine Nook Single OccupancyRoom Option 3: Canalview Apartment
This is the space you’ll want if you are coming with friends, or want a spacious, luxurious experience for yourself. Complete with bathroom, kitchen, a double bed, a single bedroom, and a bed couch; this space has everything. Triple occupancy rate is $1975 per person, double occupancy is $2750 per person, and single occupancy is $4950.
Room Option 4: The White Room
The White Room can be single or double occupancy and is located on the first floor.
Single occupancy cost is $2750 or double occupancy $1775 per person sharing. The White Room has 1 x double bed and a single bed
There is a shared WC on ground floor and use of shower room on the second floor. This room has a huge window that opens up onto the river. You will fall asleep to the sounds of the water. This is the most private room at The Mill tucked in behind the mud room off the kitchen. It is the only bedroom on this floor.
Room Option 5: The Hillview Room
The Hillview Room can have 2 single beds for shared occupancy, or one double for single occupancy or a couple occupancy. It is located on the second floor.
Single occupancy cost is $2850 or double occupancy $1875 per person sharing.
Shower& wc next door to the bedroom.
The White Room downstairs will share the shower, but has its own WC.
Room Option 6: The Riverview Room
The Riverview Room is the only room that boasts the only en suite bathroom. This room is single occupancy at a rate of $3200. It is cozy and quiet and located on the second floor.
The Small Print
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due by Friday, January 10th. After your place is secured with your deposit, you will receive an invoice for your balance. Pay in full by Friday, January 10th and receive a 5% discount. Balance to be paid in full by Friday, February 28th.
A full refund can be given for cancellation if your space is filled by another participant, minus a 10% processing fee, otherwise it is non-refundable. It is strongly recommended you take out your own travel insurance.
Contact Claire at makherwellness@gmail.com with any questions.
How to Get to The Mill
The Mill / Le Moulin, ZA Vergonhac, 7 Route Du Linas,12100 Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon Aveyron France
You have the option to fly to Paris or Barcelona. There are also multiple flights from London to Montpellier. It’s up to you!
Airport transfers can be arranged to / from Bezier and Montpellier at an additional cost
The town of Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon is also served by trains that run to and from Beziers. Collection from Millau bus / train stain free of charge.
There is an overnight train from Paris to Rodez
There is also an overnight Flixbus from Paris to Millau directly
Driving time from Calais is around 10 – 12hrs dependant on traffic/ time of day/ route etc.
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