Provence

Wake up to the almond and olive trees of Provence and to your own creative spirit. Enjoy hands-on art workshops, meditations, farm-to-table meals, local excursions, and time to wander, create, and be. Whether painting in the olive groves, learning to cook with local ingredients, or writing at a nearby cafe, find here the space to rediscover your senses and yourself.

Provence By Heart Retreats

Led by three passionate women: Meg, from here at Cloud Collective Residency; Agnès, a deeply rooted Provençal grower and culinary guide; and Camille, a poetic artist and teacher of all ages. Provence By Heart retreats blend artistic exploration, cultural connection, and deep nourishment of the senses.

The retreat’s approach is rooted in presence, shared joy, and connection. Together, we slow down to open up: through the light that Vincent Van Gogh once loved, the scent of crushed herbs underfoot, or the shimmer of silver-green leaves in moonlight. Come as you are and leave with Provence held deeply in your heart.

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“No place is more beautiful than Provence, unless it is the beautiful spirit of the leaders of the group.”

—Mary Beth, past participant

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  • Hosted twice a year in March and September

  • Stay in a stylish Provençal villa with modern amenities and views of the Alpilles in the heart of old-town St-Rémy

  • Enjoy house-made Provençal cuisine and wines from local vineyards

  • Take art workshops that explore a variety of materials and techniques

  • Connect to yourself through guided mindfulness and intention-setting meditations

  • Be inspired by excursions that take you off-the-beaten path throughout the heart of Provence.

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Applications for the September Retreat will be live May 1st!