the cottage table experience
PROVENCE CREATIVE RETREAT
The Luberon Region - the Heart of the South of France
July 1-7, 2025
HIGHLIGHTS:
Soaking in the beauty of being in The Luberon - the very heart of Provence - during the height of the lavender bloom in the South of France
Enjoying our private 18th Century Provencal Bastide as home for the week, just outside the village that has been called France’s prettiest village - Lourmarin
Long table dinners + French picnics
Art workshop with our featured artist, Jeanne Oliver
Eco-dying workshop with our friend, Ingrid, a French flower farmer
Treasure hunting at two of France’s best brocantes [antique/flea markets]
An afternoon visit to Cezanne’s Atelier
Walking the ochre trail
Time to meander the beautiful villages of Lourmarin, Gordes, Rousillon, Aix-en-Provence, and L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
Bike or walk the lovely village in which we are staying
Breakfast each morning, two dinners, one lunch.
Private transport to and from the Marseille Airport on July 1 and 7 + private transport to all scheduled experiences and excursions.
Join us in Provence | South of France - in the height of the lavender bloom! As we gather at long tables for provencal meals under the ancient trees, and picnic among the gardens while lavender perfumes the air. Summer in the South of France is magical!
We will meander, linger at bistro tables, and treasure hunt in the beautiful villages of Lourmarin, Gordes, Rousillon, L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, and Aix-en-Provence.
At our private Bastide on the edge of the village of Lourmarin you will enjoy art workshops with our featured artist, Jeanne Oliver, and an eco-dying workshop with our friend, Ingrid, a local French flower farmer.
There is nothing that compares to French brocantes - and we will spend mornings at two of the best. You will surely find special treasures to bring home!
We are excited to share some of our favorite, special places in this beautiful region as we gather, create, delight, and dream together during this special summer in France.
This is your invitation to join us for a time that will nourish your heart and soul - and will always be remembered.
Our retreats are for women/men/couples/singles.
What People Are Saying
“There are many beauty chasers in this life, but you are beauty chasers that invite others into the journey of seeing with fresh eyes! Thank you for all the intention that went into this time. Without a doubt, the relationships you have nurtured here along Lake Como had everything to do with the beauty you allowed all of us to be lavished in. Thank you for all the ways you gathered, set a table of invitation before us, and over and over showed Christ to those along Lake Como and all of us. I have been getting messages this morning from some of the other women on the retreat and just reminiscing about how special it was. It was truly hard for each of us not to sign up for the next one and do it all over again. Thank you for such an experience.”
— Jeanne Oliver
“Thank you for executing all of your thought and ideas to create this beautiful experience for us. I could just imagine you thinking and dreaming up all the ways you can show love on people and make us all believe we could do anything and come out the better people for it. Your attention to detail and love for the people is both obvious and contagious. I don’t know if I would have been bold or brave enough to sign up for this trip if it wasn't for you. One, because I’ve seen you inspire myself and others over and over again through the years and have come to trust you and fall in love with you as a mama, friend, and sister in Christ. And, two, you made this trip become a dream that simply could not be passed up! Thank you for inviting us to be a small part of your world. John and I are thrilled to be here! We have made some great new friendships and have shared and listened to the hearts of those in this group. I look forward to what is next with The Cottage Table Experience.”
— Debra Stensrud
“I will treasure this experience in my heart for eternity. You have expanded my understanding of beauty, peace, and love. Each activity gave me new knowledge and enlightenment. Thank you for the beauty and peace you offered so generously. My heart has enlarged from your ability to bring friendship, fun, spirituality, and love into the most spectacular experience!”
— Bonnie Purcell
“Thank you for dreaming up this magical adventure for us - it has been such an incredible experience from the moment I stepped into the villa. I’m grateful for you both for all the memories I’ve been able to gather - from the gorgeous welcome dinner, the incredible accommodations, to all the places we went + your gracious generosity. You both have such beautiful + loving hearts - you have truly blessed us all.”
— Andrea Garvey
Pricing:
The cost is $7,499.00 per person | double-occupancy rooms. $800.00 due at registration, and the remainder can be paid over time with our payment plan, or you may pay in full.
Your Responsibility:
Not included in the retreat price: airfare, insurance [travel and medical], meals not listed on itinerary, any shopping or shipping needs during the retreat.
