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Creative Journeys & Bespoke Experiences

Welcome to Manor & Maker's vibrant world of events! Here you'll find our current & future offerings, each designed to inspire creativity and foster connection in our enchanting Dordogne setting.

 

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French Immersion: Language, Cuisine & Culture

Francophile Retreat

Transform the time you spent studying French into confident, real-world conversations with locals, while immersing yourself in authentic French life, from ancient châteaux to bustling markets. Savor gourmet meals prepared by French Chefs, enjoying apéros with new French friends, and connecting with fellow language enthusiasts.

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Our French Immersion: Language, Cuisine & Culture Retreat is waiting for you in the heart of France. 

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Creative Awakening Retreat

Art Retreat

Transform your smartphone photos into stunning art, perfect for any skill level. With Elske's expert guidance, create beautiful mementos of your French getaway. Savor meals by Le Cordon Bleu-trained chefs and discover a new skill that can turn your art into personal highlights, or sellable artworks.

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Painting Retreat with Johanna Spinks

Art Retreat

Discover techniques to shake up your painting. Elevate your artwork with gilding, texture, tone & color. Enjoy a creative retreat with gourmet cuisine by Sel Hospitalite, while discovering authentic France in Chateau de Saint-Germain-des-Pres.  

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Creative Adventures Retreat

Art Retreat

Are you ready to unlock your inner artist in the enchanting heart of France? Whether you've wielded a paintbrush or not, imagine yourself in our private château, where judgment has no place, and creativity knows no bounds. Picture yourself leaving with your own creativity journal and the awe-inspiring fruits of your artistic endeavors, all while saying, 'WOW – I had no idea I could create that!'

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Colours of France with Jacintha

Art Retreat

Jacintha Krish returns to help artists elevate their mixed media practice to new heights. A week of you and your art practice, fellow artists, expert instruction by Jacintha, French inspiration at a private chateau, and cuisine by a personal chef!

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Partner With Us

Stay & Share Your Skills

Find out what we offer to facilitators.


Current Events

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The Main Character Retreat

Content Creators' Retreat

Want to create amazing content, guided by top level Content Creators?

Picture this: A week-long retreat set amidst the ancient walls of a majestic Château, where every moment is infused with magic and possibility. And amazing cuisine prepared by our personal chefs!​

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French History

Educational Retreat

Immerse yourself in French history, with excursions and experiences designed to fill your historical soul to overflowing. 

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Gourmet Food & Wine

Culinary & Wine Retreat

Celebrate Bordeaux Wines and the Perigord gastronomic area in one fantastic week. 

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November Writing Residency

Writers' Retreat

Just write. Ditch the distractions, leave the daily details to us. Be inspired by a stay at private chateau with other writers', and just write. â€‹One or two week residency.

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Opera Retreat

Musical Retreat

Join professional opera singers on this magical week of music, connection, and cuisine at a private chateau. 


Coming in 2025

Event Vibes

Propose Your Workshop

We want to hear from facilitators with adult education experience, who want to run workshops & retreats in a private Château in the French countryside. Please read our guidelines below, and if you think your workshop fits, please reach out via email.

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Guidelines:

  • Workshops for 6-20 people, who would stay on-site or near by 

  • You provide the itinerary and daily structure for the event

  • We provide accommodation, and food & beverage for you and the guests

  • We provide flexible workspaces with tables and chairs,  additional equipment could be by negotiation

  • Ask us for connections to local providers & excursions to enhance your itinerary

  • Use our templates for pricing, marketing & sales support

  • Professional graphic design services in house (RGD with 25 yrs experience)

  • Host your retreat page on our site - we provide the hosting, and page set up using UX reviewed design

  • Inclusion is important to us, and our accessibility may be limited in the early days - please ask for what you and your guests may need

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