April 13, Monday – April 17, Friday, 2026
3 full days of Art & 4 night stay
€1,680 per person
April 20, Monday – April 23, Thursday, 2026
2 full days of Art & 3 night stay
€1,290 per person
May18,Monday -May21 Thursday, 2026
2 full days of Art & 3 night stay
€1,290 per person
Each retreat is limited to a small group of 6–12 participants
Time Without Distraction
Attention Restored Through Art
What is included?
Artistic Guidance
Morning and afternoon sessions provide up to four hours of personalized artistic instruction each day, allowing ample time for both guided practice and quiet creative reflection.
Classes take place in the gardens or the large barn of our private estate. Each day includes gentle walks through the surrounding pastures or into the nearby village of Saint Laurent, where guests may draw inspiration from its timeless Romanesque church. An exclusive visit to our artist’s atelier in a neighboring village is also included, accompanied by a glass of local wine and an intimate studio exploration.
All fine art materials—including paints, papers, sketchbooks, and mixed-media supplies—are thoughtfully provided, so guests may fully immerse themselves in the experience without distraction.
Accomodation
We offer a selection of elegant rooms for single guests or couples.
4 Private Rooms:
Chambre Rose, Chambre Napoléon, Chambre Saint Michel, Chambre Mademoiselle
3 Double Occupancy Rooms:
Chambre Pastorale, Chambre Rose, Chambre Framboise
Meals & Local flavors
Transportation
Fresh nutritious breakfasts · Light lunches · Shared regional dinners.
Daily aperitif with local cheeses, breads, wines, and seasonal products.
Free pickup/drop-off from closest village train station
Extra service: pick up can be arange from Lyon, or Geneva
Organizing optional activities
Tuesday
A day trip by train to Lyon, or a morning visit to a local farmers’ market, followed by lunch at a carefully selected local restaurant.
Wednesday
A guided visit to a unique, one-of-a-kind cattle market, offering insight into the traditions and practices of raising the renowned Charolais cattle, followed by lunch.
In the heart of the Brionnais countryside, artists Karin Bain and Barnaby Bain, a husband and wife team, have transformed their home, located just a few minutes from us in the beautiful small village of Amanzé, into a creative haven where art and landscape meet. Since 2013, their “artists’ house” has been a space of exploration and expression, celebrating the living tapestry of the bocage through sculpture, painting, and design. Their joint works capture the connection between human craft and natural vitality, inviting visitors to experience the Charolais-Brionnais region as both muse and masterpiece.
This is not a destination designed to impress.
It is a place designed to be felt.
Why LOSTINBOURGOGNE
LostinBourgogne sits in the heart of the Charolais–Brionnais, one of the last truly unspoiled regions of France. Rolling bocage hills, grazing cattle, stone villages, and ever-changing light create a natural environment for calm, focus, and creativity.
Here, traditional country life is still lived rather than staged. There are no tourist routes, no nearby attractions, and no sense of urgency. The landscape itself invites slowness and attention. Step into the quiet countryside, where world slows, creativity blooms, and presence is restored.
Our home is rooted in this land, and so are our retreats. Every detail — the rhythm of the days, the shared meals, the quiet of the surroundings — is designed to help you step away from distraction, reconnect with presence, and feel yourself in its full depth.
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December
A Sample Workshop Day
Morning
Breakfast at leisure, enjoyed in the house, barn, or garden.
10:00 – 12:00
Guided art session with the resident artists, combining instruction, observation, and individual practice.
Midday
A fresh, regional lunch followed by quiet personal time for rest, reflection, or a walk in nature.
14:30 – 16:30
Afternoon guided session focused on deepening your creative exploration, with optional individual guidance.
Late Afternoon
Aperitif hour featuring local wines and seasonal specialties, with relaxed time to unwind.
Evening
Shared dinner, followed by optional moments by the fire, a cinema night, or time in the sauna.
How It Works
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Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.