plum RETREAT

Movement — creativity — nourishment 

26 - 31 August  Les Ormes, Île-de-France, France

This retreat will be a place where you can take a step back from everyday life. Allowing yourself to slow down and to reset. An invitation to engage with your senses, to reconnect to your creative intuition and immerse yourself in the surrounding nature. Beautiful meals to nourish your body. Energizing vinyasa yoga practices to bring you back to your body and out of your mind. Creative workshops that will allow yourself to reconnect to your intuition. Giving yourself the space to feel, to breathe and to just be. Immerse yourself in the elegant beauty of the countryside of France, where each day begins peacefully among the singing birds and endless green nature views.

PRICES

€1350,- for a shared room with a friend (share a queen or kingsize bed)

€1550,- for a shared room (share a room with 2 singles bed)

€1750,- for a private room (a queen or kingsize bed for yourself)

To book a spot send an email to retreatplum@gmail.com

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Accommodation: 5 nights in our elegant country house in Les Ormes, France (bedlinen + towel are included) 

Food: 5 x Breakfast, 4 x Lunches, snacks, 5 x Dinners made with our lovely food specialists Claire Boom & Koen van ‘t Geloof (from food bar Recover)

Yoga: Daily yoga, meditation & breathwork taught by Imme Laure 

Creative workshops: Every day a different workshop. Like pottery (handbuilding), intuitive painting, dyeing fabrics, food & food art workshops 

A welcome kit filled with things we love

NOT INCLUDED

Travel cost

*We can facilitate a combined pickoff/dropoff to the nearest train station

A holistic wellbeing experience combining movement, nourishment and creativity

FOOD

Good, nourishing food has a profound impact on your mood and overall well-being. Our talented chefs Koen and Claire will bring their shared passion for real, nourishing food to this retreat, creating meals that do more than just feed—they support energy, balance, and well-being. With Koen’s creativity in the kitchen and Claire's background in integrative nutrition, they focus on using whole, honest ingredients to create food that truly supports both body and mind. They bring there expertise & experience form the food bar ‘Recover’ to our table.

Together, they make every meal an experience—one that encourages slowing down, connecting, and feeling good from the inside out. Dishes that are as artfully presented as they are flavorful, reflecting the rhythm and tastes of the changing seasons. Think of fresh comforting dishes to share, lots of locally harvested fruits and vegetables, and something just sweet enough to balance it all out.

Most meals will be served to share. Gathering around the table offers a special chance to connect, creating space for meaningful interactions in a welcoming, communal atmosphere.

Join us at the table and taste what it means to nourish with intention.

CREATIVE WORKSHOPS

​​You don’t need to be an artist to be creative; every human being is creative. In our daily life we are used to doing everything with a goal in mind; to get better at something, to get smarter, to develop a skill.

But we are here to challenge you to let go of any targets and try to do the creative workshops just for yourself. To find a moment of peace, to relax and to calm your nervous system. Don’t be frustrated or focused on the end result, allow yourself to be in the present. Working with your hands and with your intuition.

You'll receive the full details of the workshop schedule just before we begin. But image yourself amidst the green fields in an intuitive painting session, shaping clay with your hands, threading coasters, or dyeing fabrics—letting creativity flow freely.

YOGA & Pilates

Yoga & pilates practices offers the perfect opportunity to tune inward, allowing you to connect deeply with yourself. It’s a time to reflect on how you feel, listen to what your body is telling you, and quiet the mind from the noise of daily life.

Through mindful movement and breath, yoga & pilates helps you become more aware of your sensations and emotions, gently guiding you back to your intuition. It’s a practice of presence, where each breath invites you to be fully in the moment, fostering a deeper understanding of your inner self.

location

This is a place to reconnect with yourself and indulge with the charm of the French countryside. In the middle of the sunflower fields you will  find the beautiful French villa. 

The country house is located in the small village Les Ormes in the romantic Île-de-France region, only 1,5h away from vibrant Paris. Surrounded by lush greenery, the house exudes a sense of serene calm. Its three floors and numerous windows create an airy, light-filled atmosphere. Inside, you’ll find three cozy living rooms, complete with bookshelves and a piano. Each morning, the creaking wooden stairs will lure you downstairs, following the aroma of delicious meals being prepared in the kitchen.

The outdoor space offers plenty of quiet corners to retreat to, or you can take a refreshing dip in the pool. In the evenings, we’ll gather around large tables, dining among the flowers and greenery. In short, this is the ultimate place to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Rooms

The house has many bedrooms, offering a suitable option for every preference. We have three different room types at different price points. There are several shared bathrooms in the hallway, but some rooms have their own sink and bathtub.

Shared room singles bed €1350

Shared room queen or kingsize bed €1550

Private room queen or kingsize bed €1750

meet the team

  • Imme is a ceramicist and yoga teacher based in Amsterdam, where she finds joy in blending creativity and mindfulness. Her work in ceramics centers on the art of wheel throwing, with an emphasis on simplicity and durability. Each piece she creates is a reflection of her belief in the beauty of everyday functional art.

    As a yoga teacher, she is dedicated to guiding others in discovering a safe and nurturing space within themselves. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in creating an inclusive and supportive environment where students can explore both physical and creative practices.

    She shares her passion for ceramics and yoga through immersive workshops that combine these two disciplines, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage in mindful creativity. Whether through the meditative process of working with clay or the mindful movement of yoga, she aims to inspire others to connect with themselves and their creative potential.

    At this retreat, she invites participants to immerse themselves in the mindful practice of both yoga and ceramics, offering a holistic journey that nourishes both the body and the creative spirit.

  • Ardine is an all-round freelance professional with a passion for hosting, analog photography, design, and food. She believes it is important to always make everyone feel at ease, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment.

    I can wait to host you all in our lovely warm retreat.

  • Koen and Claire bring their shared passion for real, nourishing food to this retreat, creating meals that do more than just feed—they support energy, balance, and well-being. With Koen’s creativity in the kitchen and Claire's background in integrative nutrition, we focus on using whole, honest ingredients to create food that truly supports both body and mind. Together we own the health foodbar Recover where we bring our expertise to the table.

FAQs

    • We host an international female only retreat.  

    • The retreat is perfectly suitable for solo traveling. We believe in the power of bringing like minded individuals together and connect and inspire. 

    • We have a maximum capacity of 10 persons, so the retreat will be intimate and personal. To be able to provide the retreat we have a minimum of 6 participants. Approximately two month in advance we will confirm the retreat and pursue the final payment. If we are unable to host the retreat we will ofcourse pay your deposit back. 

    • We serve 3 meals (breakfast. lunch and diner) and snacks/drinks everyday. All the dishes are vegetarian. If you have any specific dietary restrictions or any other wishes please let us know in advance so we can work our menu around them. Thank you!

    • On Tuesday, August 26, you are welcome to arrive at the location between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM for check-in. We will officially kick off the retreat with a shared dinner in the garden.

      On Sunday, August 31, we’ll enjoy one final breakfast together before bringing the retreat to a close.

  • Send us an email at retreatplum@gmail.com

    Please provide us your personal details and your room preferences.

    We will send you a confirmation email within 3 business days. In the confirmation email we ask you to fill in the contact form to get to know you a bit better. And to make a deposit of €500,- to reserve your spot, provided with the terms and condition and further instructions. When you book a spot at our retreat, you agree to the terms of the retreat.

  • Travel and transfer to the location are not included, but we can assist with arrangements.

    The location is easily accessible by car, train, or plane. Depending on your departure location, we can provide advice. We can arrange a pick-up and drop-off at the nearest train station, as we encourage sustainable travel.

  • Two weeks before the retreat, we will provide a packing list and weather forecast to make your preparations stress-free. In August, the weather in France is warm and pleasant.

  • We understand if you don’t have any room left to take home your creations from the art workshops. We can take the items back to Amsterdam and arrange a pickup from there. We can also provide a delivery to another destination/country on your own expense.


  • All bookings, including the deposit, are non-refundable. 

    However, we will always do our best to help you if unforeseen circumstances occur. Please get in touch immediately.


  • When you are booking a retreat with us, you are thereby accepting our terms and conditions, including our cancellation policy.


  • Every participant needs their own travel insurance that covers them during the travel and retreat. We are not liable in terms of injuries or similar sustained damage for the duration of the trip. Nor any additional cost or expenses for cancellation or postponement of the original trip (car rental, flight tickets or similar) caused by the guest.