Review Category: Yoga & Wellness

Facilitating a weeklong women’s retreat at Chateau de Bardouly was a wonderful and unforgettable experience. The Chateau provides a bright and beautiful space, in which every detail feels intentional, warm and welcoming. From the moment we arrived, our group felt nurtured, appreciated, and taken care of. With stunning facilities, delicious food, rich history, spacious land, and incredibly kind staff, we were all able to truly relax and let go. Complementary to the empowering inner work we were doing, it was easy to feel like royalty while roaming these luxurious grounds. Lisa was incredibly helpful and attentive and never did we, as facilitators, feel alone in the planning process. I highly recommend running a retreat at this fairy-tale like Chateau in this charming part of France.

Our experience at Chateau de Bardouly in the Dordogne region of France far surpassed our expectations.  The accommodations were elegant yet comfortable.  Our rooms were filled with lovely details like high thread-count sheets, lush towels and luxurious soaps and shampoo.  The quiet and picturesque French countryside was the perfect setting for a yoga retreat.  We really felt like we could just exhale and relax.  The yoga studio was professional-grade and had all the equipment we needed.  Doing yoga on the outdoor platform surrounded by the gorgeous vistas was heavenly. The food was also exceptional.  We started our mornings with coffee and tea and home-made pastries.  Lunches and dinners were prepared by their private chef.  She used local fresh ingredients to create healthy meals that somehow also felt gourmet and decadent. We also thoroughly enjoyed the Southwest of France.  Although it is not as well known as some of the other parts of France, we all fell in love with its charm and history.  The day trips visiting castles, wine tasting and canoeing on the Dordogne river were all wonderful.  One of the  highlights was going to the local open-air markets and indulging in every French delicacy you can imagine — View Full →

The bedrooms at Bardouly are the most elegant I have seen at any retreat center

“Tucked away among the vineyards of south eastern France you’ll find Bardouly, a chateau which delights all senses. The food is delicious and skilfully crafted by Anne-Marie who uses only the finest, local, seasonal produce and the chateau itself is a feast for the eyes! With the frontage covered in wisteria, the house instantly charms and inside, the rooms are truly lovely. It is worth spending some time tearing yourself away from the house and discovering the grounds- the wild flowers which surround the outside Pilates platform and the extensive grass lawns, tennis courts and woodland that surrounds the property. Overall, a wonderful destination to relax and unwind from the everyday.”

A lovely weeks yoga with Charlie, beautifully restored chateau with lots of facilities, great food. Lisa and Jean-Claude excellent hosts.

I cannot imagine a better yoga retreat, or for that matter a better WEEK than the one we just had at Bardouly. Surrounded by vineyards and wheat fields, the house has the bones of a very old estate but has been renovated into a comfortable, welcoming home. The bedrooms and living areas are spacious and luxurious. The food was unbelievable. Every meal was a well thought out, carefully prepared feast of local French cuisine, never heavy, always fresh and tasty. And the wine was amazing. Lisa and Jean Claude shared not only their home, but their wealth of knowledge of the area and their estate. When we went canoeing on the Dordogne, it was arranged through one of their acquaintances just like the bicycle tour in Bergerac and the horseback riding and the wine tasting. We received first hand, insightful stories of this gorgeous area. I would go back in a minute.

I have attended a group training at this beautiful facility. The property is decorated and cared for by its owners Jean-Claude and Lisa Le Goater. The accommodations were well beyond my expectations. There is a peaceful and welcoming ambiance. Jean-Claude and Lisa were amazing hosts, friendly, respectful, and went the extra mile to insure happiness and comfort. The prepared meals were well beyond anything I had imagined or expected. As a vegetarian, my options are more limited than other diets, but I was never disappointed or hungry. The food was fantastic; never the same thing twice and there was always plenty to eat. My whole experience in France and especially at Bardouly has been amazing. I highly recommend the Château for any group gathering, but especially for yoga.

“I’ve taught retreats around the world for years; my experience at bardouly was perfection. Luxurious accommodation, idyllic grounds, perfect indoor/outdoor yoga spaces. Lisa and jc are charming hosts and the food exquisite. I will return to this hidden gem every year.”

Dear Lisa and Jean Claude, Thank you! I have thoroughly enjoyed my stay in Chateau de Bardouly during my yoga teacher training; you have gone out of your way to make me feel welcome in your beautiful home. I have so enjoyed the relaxing and luxurious surroundings, the tasteful furniture, the stunning house, gardens and countryside, the comfortable bed and bedding and modern bathroom! The catering has been awesome! Such varied menus, perfectly cooked fresh local produce and some ‘orgasmic’ puddings!! Bravo and thank you to Anne Marie for first class catering and Isabelle who is always bright and cheerful. The whole experience will be a memorable one and has been everything I hoped it would be and more thanks to the Bardouly hospitality and location. The Yoga deck in the middle of a field surrounded by nature, the modern Yoga studio, and eating Al fresco weather permitting, have all added to the relaxing experience. I have no hesitation in recommending Chateau de Bardouly as a first-class yoga retreat/teacher training venue and Anne Marie’s catering company. I hope to return again in the near future with family and friends to repeat the experience at Bardouly and explore the pretty countryside View Full →

The stay at chateau de Bardouly is fantastic. The park is huge with lots of hidden charming little gardens. The rooms are spacious and it feels like home. The food is amazing, different every meal and worth 3 Michelin stars with only fresh food and high quality and quantity. The hosts are very nice, helpful and present whenever we need, ready for any advice and taking us by car for visiting the region during the weekend. This place is a piece of paradise, perfect for meditative walks or resting sessions. The yoga facilities are amazing both the inside studio and outside platform. I would definitely return!