About prices and policies for our Creative retreats in France

Creative Holiday Week Prices & What’s Included in Your Stay

All-inclusive creative holidays for beginners and advanced artists, offering expert guidance, beautiful surroundings, and a relaxing, creative experience.

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“If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.” – J. R. R. Tolkien

Our accommodations are unique and varied

From solo retreats to cosy spots for couples or friends, our one-of-a-kind accommodations
offer something special for every traveller at a range of prices.

Our accommodations are
unique and varied

From solo retreats to cosy spots for couples or friends, our one-of-a-kind accommodations offer something special for every traveller at a range of prices.

La Chambre Souriante offers a charming view of the garden

La Chambre Lilas d’été has a flower mural on display as an inspiration for your drawing holiday

Gîte Albizia, a lovely romantic cottage with beautiful authentic elements

Gîte lilas d’été with an inspiring mix of vintage and modern comfort

La Tente offers comfortable furniture in your glamping tent

Prices for our all-inclusive creative holidays

Ideal for solo travellers:
Stay in La Chambre d’hôte Souriante or La Chambre d’hôte Lilas d’été
Occupancy of 1 person: € 995,-.

Ideal for couples or solo travellers who wants more space:
Stay in Gîte Albizia or Gîte Lilas d’été:
With occupancy of 2 persons, both persons participate in the creative lessons: € 1950,-.
With occupancy of 2 persons, 1 person participates in the creative lessons, the other is not*: € 1750,-.
With occupancy of 1 person: € 1175,-.

Ideal for solo travellers or friends who like to sleep under the stars:
Stay in La Tente Souriante or La Tente Artistique:
With occupancy of 1 person: € 950,-.
With occupancy of 2 persons, both persons participate in the creative lessons: € 1750,-.
With occupancy of 2 persons, 1 person participates in the creative lessons, the other is not*: €1550,-.

* Even as a traveling companion without creative ambitions, a holiday week together with your creative traveling partner at Atelier Souriant is highly recommended.

You can enjoy delicious meals and inspiring excursions together. While your partner takes part in creative sessions, you can relax in the peaceful garden or grounds of your gîte or tent. If you’re seeking adventure, explore the stunning landscapes of La Forêt Souriante. Past guests have found the area’s natural beauty to be a great source of inspiration for amateur photographers, hikers, and cyclists (both mountain bikers and road riders). You can bring your own bike or rent an electric one in Najac.

What is included

7 nights stay in one of the charming holiday homes at La Forêt Souriante.

7 times breakfast, 5 times lunch and 7 times dinner, all vegetarian home cooked meals.

Daily art classes, except on Wednesday

The basic painting materials are included. If you want to work on canvas or with oil paint, you have to bring these materials yourself. Are you unsure whether your material is included or do you want information about the materials: please feel free to contact us.

Extra afternoon activities, like visiting a museum or a lovely village, swimming in the river, hiking and/or picknicking
For transport during the afternoon activities or for drawing on location we can take 3 to 4 guests. We ask guests with a car kindly to drive these short distances themselves.

Good quality beds, which are already made for you on arrival. Generous amount of 100% cotton luxury towels are provided, please bring your own swimming towel.

Free WIFI in the gîtes and chambres d’hôtes and a good 4G coverage everywhere on the site, including the tents.

Tourist tax

The final cleaning of the bedrooms, bathrooms and living room.

What is not included

Transport to and from La Forêt Souriante, with the exception of train transfers in Najac.
Transfers from and to the station of Najac are free, we are happy to pick you up and bring you to Najac Station

Travel and cancellation insurance

Any entrance fees during the creative holiday week.

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We love to welcome you in Najac!

We would be delighted to welcome you to one of our all-inclusive creative holidays, where you can enjoy the tranquil surroundings and inspiring landscape of Najac. We’re excited to meet you and hope you’re looking forward to a wonderful stay with us at Atelier Souriant.

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