About A Place To Be Well
La Roane is a peaceful 20-acre woodland retreat in the southwest of France, nestled just outside the medieval village of Saint Antonin-Noble-Val. Surrounded by oak forests, birdsong, and butterflies, it’s a sanctuary designed for slowing down, reconnecting, and feeling deeply nourished.
Where You’ll Stay
Guests are housed in two charming buildings arranged around a large oval pool—the heart of the garden. Rooms are comfortably furnished, with a mix of single and double options, and plenty of bathrooms to go around. For a more adventurous stay, you can request the treehouse or yurt, both located near the forest, perfect for stargazing and falling asleep to the sound of owls.
Towels are provided, and all accommodations are included in your stay.
Surroundings
La Roane is a paradise for nature lovers. You’ll find deer, wildflowers, singing frogs, and over 40 species of butterflies. Wander the forest paths, explore two lovingly built labyrinths, or visit the spectacular cave once used by Resistance fighters—with panoramic views of the Gorges de l’Aveyron.
Need a moment of stillness? Meditate in a hammock, read by the pool, or relax in the sauna. You’ll also find a table tennis table, bicycles to borrow, and a cozy library for quiet time, complete with tea and music.
Workshop location
Courses are held in a beautifully restored barn with high ceilings and exposed beams or outdoors in the open-air yoga studio surrounded by trees. Whether you’re practicing yoga, writing, dancing, or sitting in circle, these spaces support both depth and ease.
Nourishing Food
Meals at La Roane are something special. All food is vegetarian, lovingly prepared by our talented chefs who use organic, seasonal and local ingredients wherever possible.
Breakfast: A generous buffet—think porridge, fresh bread, local cheese, homemade jams, fruit, and eggs.
Lunch & Dinner: A colourful spread of hot and cold dishes served buffet-style. Local wine is offered with dinner.
All-day snacks: Teas, coffee, fruit, and biscuits are always available.
We believe food is part of the healing. Here, it’s not just a meal—it’s nourishment for your whole being.
Getting Here
To support our move toward sustainability, we encourage you to travel by public transport. We offer free pick-ups from Caussade train station (20 minutes away) and can also arrange group transport from Toulouse airport for a fee.
Coming with a friend/partner?
La Roane is open to non-participating guests too. If you’re bringing a friend or partner who’d like to relax without joining the course, ask us about our reduced rates for companions. There’s plenty for them to enjoy while you’re in session.
About your hosts
We’re Annika and Bill—partners in life and now in running the retreat center, A Place To Be Well -La Roane.
Annika is a mindfulness teacher, biologist, author, and mom. Bill is a coach for women in STEM, an engineer, and a dad.
Starting in 2025, we’ll be welcoming you to this beautiful retreat space with open hearts and a shared passion for creating calm, connection, and community.
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