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Chateau de Bardouly is a luxurious 17th-century country estate in Southwest France.  The residence and park are the essence of stillness and seclusion.  Chateau de Bardouly is located outside the city of Bergerac and between the larger cities of Bordeaux and Toulouse.  The area is renowned for its distinctive history, world-class vineyards, and picturesque countryside. Bardouly is a warm, inviting family home.  Its decor combines an exquisite collection of antiques with original modern artwork.  The grounds of the estate boast a heated swimming pool, hard-surface tennis court, and 100 acres of protected woodlands. Bardouly is the perfect place to relax, unwind and immerse yourself in the beauty of the French countryside. 

About your Instructors:

Natalie Weinstein completed her 200-hour yoga certification from the Maui Yoga and Dance Shala (RYS) and teaches in the Washington, DC area. Since completing her training in 2016, she has taught over 2,000 classes, is a E-RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance, and has led numerous events and workshops. She completed her Yin Yoga training from Wanderlust Yoga, her Aerial Yoga Teacher Training, and a 20 hour sequencing training with Jason Crandell. Natalie is currently taking a Functional Anatomy training with Tiffany Cruikshank. Additionally, she is a Certified Nutrition Coach with the National Academy of Sports Medicine.As a dedicated yogini for more than a decade, Natalie keeps returning to the mat as a way to stay centered and grounded, regardless of life’s twists and turns. You can expect her classes to be intentional, powerful, creative, and uplifting, with lots of modifications and a focus on alignment.

Kellie Martin has been creating and leading top-rated wine educations since 2013. She is a Certified Sommelier (CS), a Certified Specialist in Wine (CSW) and a Certified Specialist in Spirits (CSS). Taking a beautifully complex topic like wine and making it understandable and enjoyable is her passion. Kellie has created luxury-tier wine experiences for wineries such as Duckhorn Vineyards, William Hill Estate, and MacMurray Estate Vineyards and events including Super Bowl 50. She believes one of the most important things in today’s busy world is to take the time to slow down and enjoy a beautiful bottle of wine with friends over good conversation. You can expect to have your knowledge and enjoyment of wine transformed in such a way that lasts long after your return from France.For more information about Kellie, please visit her website: www.sommschoolwine.com.

What’s Included: 

To make your wine and wellness retreat simple and stress free, the price of the retreat covers: 

• 7 nights of lodging at Chateau de Bardouly in double occupancy accommodations.  Please inquire for deluxe and luxury room upgrades.

• Three farm-to-table meals per day crafted by a French chef with 20 years of experience

• Wine at lunch, dinner, and wine classes and tastings

• Afternoon tea service including fresh baked goods, fruit, and nuts 

• Daily yoga classes and/or meditation with Natalie 

• Wine classes with Kellie covering a breadth of topics including an Overview of French wine, a Deep Dive into Bordeaux, and other French gems not to be missed

• Two full days of wine excursions to different areas in Bordeaux that each include two wineries, lunch, wine education, and free time

• Half-day excursion to one of the most famous local markets in the world in the medieval village of Issigeac

• Luxurious common spaces including a Grand Salon with fireplaces and a grand piano as well as two other family rooms equipped with TV, music systems, boardgames, and more

• Complimentary robe and slippers for use during retreat

• Outdoor, heated saltwater swimming pool

• Tennis, badminton and cricket equipment

• Hiking and bird watching opportunities  in the 100 acres of protected woodlands surrounding the estate

• Enjoyment of the onsite zen garden and fire pit

• Two weeks of complimentary access to Natalie’s virtual public yoga classes prior to the retreat

• Wifi

• Transportation to and from the Bordeaux airport at designated times on the arrival and departure days as well as all excursion transportation

Accommodations:

Chateau de Bardouly hosts 18 guests in their collection of unique and beautiful rooms. Each room has an ensuite bath/ shower room and WiFi. Complimentary robes and slippers will be provided along with shampoo, conditioner and soap. Guests will be able to relax and enjoy the picturesque views of the local countryside while also having access to common living spaces including the Grand Salon (with a grand piano and fireplaces) and two additional entertainment rooms (with TV, music equipment, board games, and more).

Meals:

Three farm-to-table meals per day are included in the retreat. Meals will be catered by a local chef who has over 20 years of experience and crafts each meal from the bounty that the local countryside has to offer. On the days when we are offsite, lunch will be included at a winery. Tea and coffee are provided throughout the day as well as a special afternoon tea time which includes fresh baked goods, fruit, and nuts. Dessert and wine are included with lunch and dinner.

Chateau De Bardouly is happy to accommodate various food allergies and dietary restrictions with advance notice. 

Travel: 

Guests are responsible for booking their own travel to the Bordeaux airport.  Included in the cost of the retreat is roundtrip transportation to and from the Bordeaux airport  (BOD)on September 9th and 16th, 2023 at specified times. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for any unforeseen circumstances and international medical needs. 

Cancellation and Refund Policies: 

Please see the Registration Form for the Payment Schedule and Cancellation Policy.

Investment: 

There are three different pricing options:

• Standard Room: $4695 USD per person

• Deluxe Room: $4995 USD per person

• Luxury Room $5495 USD per person

All rooms have an en suite bath and / or shower room. 

To Register or for Questions: 

Please email Kellie Martin (sommschool@gmail.com) and / or Natalie Weinstein (natalie@injoyyogadc.com). They will send you the registration documents and reserve your space.

** Retreat details subject to change.