Common Grounds Retreats
At Common Grounds Retreats we are committed to creating modern wellness experiences where guests can disconnect from daily life and reconnect through movement, balanced nutrition, and community. Think of it as a holistic summer camp for adults with well-being at the forefront. Set in inspiring, beautiful locations, the retreats offer daily movement, locally sourced food, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in nature. Guests can choose to fully immerse themselves in activities or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings at their own pace. Together, we focus on slowing down, sharing, and embracing a simpler way of living.
Location
Surrounded by trekking trails, horse stables, and lush natural beauty in the heart of Auvergne, France.
Domain les Gorcias
A 50-acre property in the mountains of Auvergne, France, 1h away from Lyon.
Founded in 1750, the Guyonnet family renovated the property to host events of all kinds and sizes.
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Features: 3 unique properties with bedrooms for up to 35 guests. Common rooms, an industrial kitchen, and a pool table.
What happens here: Accommodation, full access to explore the property, lunches, games
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La Grange Rouge
​Created by Thibaud Guyonnet and architect Sigurd Larsen in 2022, this stunning red barn offers panoramic views and modern elegance.
What happens here:
Daily Pilates, bonfires, aperitivo and movie nights under the stars.
Recognition:
Recently featured in Architectural Digest and nearly fully booked for 2025, making it a dream destination for our guests.
August 14-18 Retreat - DAILY SCHEDULE
ARRIVAL | 14.08
Arrive & Settle
Tour the property
Free-time
Apperitivo
Family style roast dinner
DAY 1
Morning Pilates
Big breakfast
Forest walk
Traditional French lunch
French sauces cooking class
Free time
Traditional French-mountain cuisine dinner
Movie-night under the stars
DAY 2
River walk
Big breakfast
Market visit
“Market lunch”
Games or free time
Pasta making class
Pasta dinner
DAY 3
Forest walk
Pancake breakfast
Pilates or free time
Quiche + tart lunch
Ceramic painting, tablescaping
Finale dinner by Feisty Feast
Party
DAY 4 | 18.08
Group breakfast
Check-out
Ticket Options
Ticket 1
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Single bed, shared bunk room
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€1000
Ticket 2
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Double bed, shared room
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€1125
Ticket 3
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Double bed, private room
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€1250
Ticket 4
For 2 - Double bed, private room
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€2250
Meet the Team
Guest Chef this August
Alex McFadyen - Host
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Focusing on curating a unique, memorable and relaxing experience, while encouraging and leading guests through daily movement and pilates.
Thibaud Guyonnet- Host
H​aving grown up in the area Thibaud is our property expert and leader of the lands. He is also owner of our beautiful dinner location, La Grange Rouge.
Julia Anselmo
Chef & Dinner party host extraordinaire Feisty Feast. Focusing on seasonal, local and simple ingredients, Julia never disappints to serve a nourishing, thoughtful and beautifully designed dinner experience. We are thrilled to have her feeding our guests this August.
Please contact us to book :)
If you have any other questions, send us an email and we can assist you with all your needs.
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