Grasse, France
May 5-10
We have Arrived:
A gentle pause from the pace of everyday life. Our Grasse retreat arrives during the fleeting Rose de Mai festival—when the prized centifolia roses bloom for just a handful of weeks each May in France's perfume capital.
Set between Mediterranean light and mountain air, this gathering is designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and return to yourself—through immersive experiences, restorative space, and time to simply be.
❋ Intentional Structure
We blend guided moments—sunrise yoga, perfume workshops, guided visits to Belle Époque gardens—with open exploration and space to reflect, so the experience feels both focused and fluid. Each day holds rhythm without rigidity.
❋ Art of Presence
Presence is cultivated through the senses—rose petals between your fingers, the weight of Mediterranean sun on your skin. Through the ancient practice of scent-making and shared meals that honor taste and texture, we return to what grounds us: breath, body, and the quiet intelligence of simply noticing what is.
❋ Expert Curation
Led by experienced guides who know how to hold space for both mystery and clarity—local perfumers, wellness practitioners, cultural storytellers—we encourage participation and keep things moving with purpose through Grasse's most treasured traditions.
❋ A Supportive Space
Our events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process. Whether you're blending essences or exploring the Rothschild Mansion, presence is the only expectation.
Here, slowing down is the ritual—and presence, the only luxury.
What to Expect:
Movement | Sunrise yoga overlooking terracotta roofs and lavender fields and optional walking or jogging experiences
Alchemy & Creativity | Practice the art of sacred perfume blending at a private perfume atelier workshop—blend your own signature essence
Discovery | Visit to Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild on Cap d'Antibes—nine themed gardens designed by a Baroness
Enchantment | Attend the Rose de Mai festival—a once-yearly celebration
Reflection | Marseille Tarot reading with a local practitioner
Nourishment | Meals crafted by a personal, home chef who understands nourishment as art
Pricing
Five nights of accommodation, a private chef, and guided visits:
Single room €4,200
Shared room €3,600 (per person)