May 31st - June 8th
A Curated Week in Provence
Bonjour et bienvenue !
I am your host and have the privilege of sharing with you a beautiful June week in Provence ! A small village of Goult, which I now call home, will be your home for a week. I promise you will not be disappointed. Your experience will be unique and hopefully give you something to take home more valuable than an Hermès scarf ( …and their family has a home very close by.)
The marchés are not as crowded this season . The cheeses and vegetables have changed from the summer months . Now in the marchés are wild mushrooms, many varieties of squashes, winter greens like spinach and leeks, chestnuts and walnuts, as well as apples,figs and honey. It is like a play where nature has changed the scenery !
Provence in autumn, the sun casts an iconic golden light on the landscape producing fiery shades of orange, red, and yellow against the perfectly blue sky. The bergers (shepherds) are moving the goats and sheep which you might see in the vineyards cleaning up the weeds and fertilizing the soil.
Autumn is also a perfect season for our days of hiking, biking ,picnics, and truffle hunting . The temperatures have cooled from the hot July and August months but with clear warm days and cool evenings for a sweater or jacket and scarf ! The temperature range is usually high in high 60’s and lows in the 50’s.
So what will we be doing together this week? Meeting other like- minded nature lovers , artists, and lovers of seasonal Provençal cuisine for a week of activités including a watercolor class at the home of an artist in the village then after enjoy a picnic together on her beautiful property. We will spend a morning with a truffle hunter and learn about the truffle and why it is so valuable and unique to the Luberon. We will travel by vélos ( bikes) between villages, exploring the countryside along the way. Another day we will visit the atelier of Alain, who creates pottery with ochre to produce the Aptoise pottery. And hikes..we will hike the ochre trail of Roussillon.
It will be a week of exploring Provençal life, always influenced by the seasons. The autumn season is a most special time in Provence ! 🍁🍂
I hope you will join me!
À bientôt, Beth
“Truly the trip of a lifetime...
Such a gift to experience France in this intimate way.”
Experience foraging in the South of France
Join us as we explore the breathtaking Luberon Valley this fall. Discover magical landscapes, explore medieval hilltop villages, and visit with local artists and creatives. Enjoy balanced days of biking, hiking, shopping, brocante, truffle, art, and exquisite Provençal meals. We will observe aspects of this culture to take home with us: embracing small changes we can make, once home, that will nurture us and allow creativity to be integral in our lives.
Saturday, May 31st - Friday, June 8th, 2025
6-NIGHT, 6-DAY TOUR
Beautiful Provençal Homes with views of the Luberon
Exclusive, small group retreat - only 8 spots
ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE PRICE
Every detail is taken care of including meals, workshop supplies, and transportation for day trips.
**We highly recommend arriving in France at least 1-2 days before the start of the retreat. We can provide you with an itinerary and suggested places to stay in Provence or even Paris. Some of our guests prefer to spend a day in Paris then take the train to Avignon. The nearby village of Gordes is also a popular starting point for our guests. We are happy to help tailor bonus days to add on to the beginning or ending of your stay in France.
$3,900 - $4,500 USD PER PERSON
“Our home was perfectly appointed!”
“I loved that it had a beautiful gathering spaces outside and so many great shared spaces.”
Accomodations
We will be the guests of a beautiful, traditional French-owned home in the oldest part of the village of Goult. All are within walking distance of cafes and village shops.
Please see more details about guest room options in the Cost section below.
Included in this Adventure:
7 days/6 nights all-inclusive immersion in daily life of Provence
Exclusive small group for up to 8 guests.
All meals, refreshments, and drinks. French breakfast or “Petit Déjeuner” is provided at Chez Pauline most mornings. On slower mornings, guests are encouraged to walk to the cafe or boulangerie to enjoy village life. We will eat a combination of meals at our favorite local village restaurants as well as meals prepared at Chez Pauline by our personal culinary chef. We will also attend memorable gatherings hosted in local homes and ateliers of special artists, as well as a picnic lunch in the French countryside.
Transportation to villages and day trip adventures after your arrival to Goult.
All event and workshop instruction and supplies
A very unique and balanced itinerary exploring, creating, connection and self-discovery in the beautiful landscape of the Luberon Valley - a massif made of 3 mountain ranges bursting with history and agriculture. Our days will be a wondrous blend of creating time, delightful excursions, cultural experiences, and time to connect with like-minded creatives.
Special treats and surprises we can't wait to delight you with!
Itinerary will Include:
Day trips to some of our favorite local villages of the Luberon, including the famous brocante of L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue.
Explore our creativity in a watercolor art class taught by a local artist
Connecting with local artisans, picnicking, biking, hiking, and creating along the way
We will visit the past through the beautiful maison and gardens of Dora Maar
Hiking historic ochre trails in Roussillon
Biking excursion with scenic countryside views from the village of Bonnieux to the village of Lacoste
Guidance and access to local markets and cache (hidden, exclusive) antique stores
Each evening we will share moments and stories over informal apéros followed by delicious cuisine prepared by our chef or dinner out in the local village.
Price for one week Foraging Provence Retreat in USD per person (8 guests maximum). The cost of our one week retreat is inclusive of everything, except your travel to and from Goult, France and any treasures you happen to purchase while we explore. You may also choose to purchase an extra glass of wine at lunch or dinner or during an outing at a cafe.
Chez Pauline
A large Provencal home that is part of the castle wall and boasts scenery of the Luberon. Recently renovated, this 5 bedroom/5 bathroom, heated & air-conditioned home is conveniently located to the Goult village center. There are spacious gathering spaces as well as a charming terraces with a heated pool and dining area.
A: Bedroom (2nd floor): $4,000/each for 2 people
king bed
private bath
B: Bedroom (2nd floor): $4,000/each for 2 people
king bed
private bath
C: Bedroom (between 2nd and 3rd floor): $3,900 for 1 person
king bed
private shower and vanity sink (water closet in adjacent hallway)
D: Bedroom (3rd floor): $4,500 for 1 person; $4,000/each for 2 people
king bed
private bath
E: Bedroom (3rd floor): $4,500 for 1 person; $4,000/each for 2 people
king bed
private bath
The Foraging Provence Experience
Explore Southern France and gain a new perspective … discover an appreciation for French culture and the simplicity it embraces. Provence’s light, still pristine beauty, rich history, and people connected to the terre in their daily lives: these elements will provide inspiration and ignite your creativity during this bespoke retreat.
Taste the Food…and Wine!
Explore the culinary delights of Provence as you dine in charming village restaurants and experience the delicious private dinners prepared exclusively by a chef at the home where you will be staying. Take part in sampling Provençal truffles with champagne & olive oil tasting.
Explore + Wander
Soak in the serene landscapes of Provence by bike one day with a stop for a picnic and watercolor workshop with a local artist.
Hunt for vintage treasures at the renowned village markets in the area and even get private access to community artist ateliers and antiques shops. We will also visit a local pottery studio and visit the home of a local writer.
Our group will get to experience local village life lived out as we are invited into the home of residents for apéro (French appetizers).
Connect to the History of the Area
As we visit each village, we will be surrounded by the rich history of art and medieval buildings that have stood the test of time and connect the present to the past.
“I’m not sure what’s coming next but, I know that I’m going to love it!”