Primal Health Nutrition & Yoga

Feeling stressed and looking for peace and quiet I could really unwind and reflect at this retreat. Linda and Claude are fantastic hosts, who go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. Linda is a great teacher offering a superb variety of excellent yoga and Pilates lessons in a charming studio with a stunning view. The reflexology treatment that I had booked with her was pure bliss and the nutrition workshops interesting and motivating. Our lovely holiday cottage (also with a beautiful view from the bedrooms) offered everything one needed and more - what I absolutely loved were my goodie bag and the hot water bottle. I enjoyed the delicious healthy food (and I have the reputation to be picky) and our conversations as well as the excursions with Linda, Claude and my "classmate" so much and would love to come back in summer to frolic in the pool a bit more. Thank you so much, Linda and Claude, for your hospitality.

I cannot recommend this retreat highly enough, I had such a fantastic time with a lovely group of women. The accommodation is amazing and in a peaceful location with stunning walks and views. The food, mainly cooked and served by Claude was absolutely delicious and healthy. We had different types of yoga and pilates am and pm with Linda. She is a fantastic teacher, I learnt so much as she guided us through the week with improvement techniques with patience and humour. Linda is also a reflexologist and I would also recommend a session. Despite being a non artist, the art class with a local French lady was great fun. There were optional walks/day trip and plenty of time to relax, swim and read. Claude and Linda are a really special couple and I cannot recommend their retreat highly enough. Don't hesitate to book, you will not be disappointed. Thanks again Claude and Linda!!

A magical restorative retreat in the peaceful French countryside. I booked this retreat on a whim, needing a digital detox, break from corporate city life, and a general reset following burnout - one of the best decisions I have made. Linda is a first class yoga teacher, who makes all ability levels feel welcome and seen. The hospitality provided by Linda and her husband Claude were second to none. The vegetarian meals were delicious and I loved the ritual of eating together as a group. There is plenty of time to relax, go for a swim, a nature walk or explore the local villages. I met a very special group of women, and will cherish the little routine we created. I really felt as though I came away with a new appreciation for yoga and the simple things in life.

Namaste 🙏xx

It was a fabulous stay, Linda and Claude were lovely hosts and so kind. The yoga/pilates and food were excellent. A great place to regain equilibrium and restore your batteries.

This was my very first yoga retreat, and I couldn’t have imagined a better introduction. From the moment I arrived, Linda and Claude made me feel completely at home, like I was part of their extended family. Their warmth, care, and attention to detail created such a nurturing and peaceful space.

Each day brought a lovely balance of energising Vinyasa flows, deeply calming Yin yoga, and soothing evening Nidra sessions. Linda is a truly gifted teacher, able to adapt to all levels and guide with such calm presence. Practising in her light-filled studio, overlooking the rolling countryside, was such a joy.

What made this retreat even more special was Linda’s holistic approach to wellbeing. As a qualified nutritionist, she took the time to accompany me to the pharmacy and carefully look through ingredients to recommend the right supplements, something I really appreciated. She also offered reflexology treatments, which were incredibly relaxing and left me feeling wonderfully balanced.

The homemade vegetarian meals were absolutely delicious, filled with fresh nourishing ingredients and delicious juices.There was plenty of time to unwind and explore the local countryside or enjoy one of the thoughtfully arranged trips to the market or Saint-Émilion.

This retreat gave me the space to reset both my body and mind, and I left feeling deeply recharged. I would return in a heartbeat and would highly recommend it to anyone. Both Linda and Claude are very special people.

J'ai adoré les hotes,l'accueil,le coté cosy du gite,le beau studio de yoga ,la piscine,la vue et surtout les échanges autour des delicieux plats de Linda lors des repas.

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First of all I have to say that I loved this yoga retreat a lot and I am looking forward to coming again next year 😊

The mix of yoga classes was refreshing and challenging at the same time. But also other activities like playing 'boules', biking and excursions to local markets and vineyards allowed me to get to know and enjoy 'la France profonde'. The group of women I was in got along very well and had a lot of fun together 😀

The rural location is awesome (when you come from a big city) and allowed myself to relax from the hectic big city life.

With Linda and Claude you will not only get very kind and professional hosts, but also someone who will make you feel at home so much you don't want to leave 😊

Nous avons passé un merveilleux week-end avec Linda et Claude dans leur belle maison et gîte. Linda est une professeure de yoga extrêmement expérimentée, capable de s'adapter aux besoins individuels et a enseigné un programme varié de vinyasa, yin et yoga nidra. Il y a beaucoup d'espace pour se détendre dans la piscine et dans la magnifique campagne environnante. La délicieuse cuisine végétarienne faite maison et la compagnie amicale de nos hôtes nous feront certainement revenir.

From the moment of booking Linda's interaction and encouragement began.

Every detail taken care of.

The location is beautiful the accommodation very comfortable and the whole environment lends itself to relaxation.

Linda s guidance instruction and yoga classes were very enjoyable. Each session building on the previous one and including wonderful combinations of movement which helped me to reconnect with my body and deeply re energise. Yin yoga vinyasa and yoga nidra all a part of this retreat.

The food was an excellent aid to this.

Relaxed mealtimes with delicious local and much home grown, fresh produce. Interesting recipes and tasty delights at each meal.

Claude and Linda make an amazing team caring for all the needs of our group and not only providing yoga food and amazing space, but the addition of trips to beautiful places and shared time exploring local culture.

The pool was also a fantastic addition and time to relax and unwind was Weaved into each day.

I would highly recommend this yoga retreat and am sure I will return for more in the future.

Set in a quiet and open countryside, Gîtes de Source boasts a lovely swimming pool and comfy little cottages which exude a wonderful sense of coziness and charm, the orchard and vegetable garden are as generous as the owners and I could feast on grapes, figs and peaches -

I came as a complete beginner, Linda made it all seem easy for me - I really enjoyed the daily courses in the open air studio with a beautiful unrestricted view of peaceful fields and vineyards -

After I registered Linda had sent me a short form asking for a few details and the question “What would you most like to get out of this retreat?” - I was at a loss on what to answer as I was not expecting anything specific, I said I just wanted to discover yoga and enjoy a relaxed and pleasant week

Well, I got it all and a lot more - I cannot comment on Linda’s teaching as I know far too little about yoga, all I can say is that it worked beautifully for me -

Linda and Claude put a lot of thoughts and efforts in making each one feel at home, from the welcoming smiles upon arrival to the warm hugs on departure they succeeded in giving me a most welcome lull in time, with no worries whatsoever, all was smooth and easy !

They have wonderful projects to make an indoor/outdoor Yoga Studio and I can’t wait to see it happen to treat myself with a new Yoga Retreat in Gîtes de Source !

This short holiday has been a success for me, thanks to Linda, thanks to Claude and thanks to the other two amiable participating ladies

La gentillesse,souplesse et disponibilité de Linda et Claude.

Un petit groupe

Les escapades malgré la chaleur

Les figues, les pêches et les tomates du jardin.

La qualité et diversité des cours de yoga

La piscine

Le diner final