Two cups of dessert with chocolate bark topped with nuts and seeds

Plate with bread, tomatoes, and mushrooms; bananas and fruits in background

Two donkeys resting in a grassy paddock on a sunny day with trees in the background, surrounded by a wooden and wire fence.

Brown dog walking through a grassy area in the woods

Welcome to Tranquility

Chocolate cake slice with whipped cream and fresh raspberries on a plate next to a fork.

Plate with rustic bread, pate topped with rosemary, lettuce, and sliced tomato on a floral-patterned plate.

Indian dal with cream in a white bowl and grilled flatbread on foil

Two donkeys standing in a muddy outdoor area in front of a wooden structure, with a backdrop of autumn trees and overcast sky.

Two donkeys grazing on grass beside a stone building with a gray roof, surrounded by a wooded area.

Assorted vegetables on a table including pumpkin, zucchini, butternut squash, carrots, and various herbs.

Two brown chickens foraging on grassy ground with rocks and plants.

Stays, lunches & teas

The Bergerie sheep house

guest rooms

and my retreat home

A small personal friendly retreat, join me & enjoy the peace and quiet, surrounded by nature in the Gorges de la Vezere in Correze.

Two stone & wood rustic guest rooms overlooking the courtyard with ensuite bathrooms, for a maximum of four people, you really will get to enjoy the tranquility of the countryside.

The red rose room a large high ceiling room of local stone and reclaimed wood (all sourced off the land!) with a double bed & double mezzanine sleeping area, above the spacious bathroom.

The walnut & oak room is a guest room with 2 single beds in the bedroom upstairs with velux windows and a small seating area and private bathroom downstairs.

Take time for yourself to read, journal, or simply soak in the beauty around you in your guest room.

You are also welcome to sit on one of the terraces (east, south and west!) or sit in my yoga lounge overlooking the forest where you can enjoy beverages & snacks, my cats, and my very people-friendly dog.

Reflect on your day, share stories, engage in conversations with other guests, me and the animals in a calm & embracing environment, or just be silent if that's what you prefer:)

Perfect for Beginners:

This retreat is ideal for newbies, beginners, and even non-yogis who are simply looking for a peaceful getaway or a break from their busy lives. Everyone is welcome!

Food at Tranquility by the yoga tarte

All meals are freshly prepared at home every day, ensuring delicious and nourishing food throughout your stay.

Vegan Menu: All meals served are 100% vegan.

Gluten-Free Options: If you require gluten-free meals, I’m happy to accommodate - just please let me know at the time of booking.

Patisserie & Baking: As a qualified french pastry chef, I love to bake - so expect some delightful homemade pastries and treats!

Not Nut-Free: Please note that my home is not a nut-free environment, so if you have a severe nut allergy, this may not be suitable.

Breakfast, lunch & dinner are provided along with snacks and drinks throughout your stay.

Plus, free carrots and biscuits for treating the donkeys!

Please note that I only serve tap water, and I will serve coffee only at breakfast.

Person in floral outfit meditating in a seated position with hands in prayer, surrounded by colorful cushions.

Yoga and Health

Immerse yourself here at my retreat

No ‘advanced poses’ no handstands/head stands/extreme back bends - just yoga suitable for total beginners, non yogis, in fact anyone you wont struggle with anything here!

Short & sweet yoga classes guided by me in the morning, afternoon & evening.

In the morning a yin & hatha flow class to greet the morning with a short pranayama (breath work).

At lunch time a short experience of Inside Flow, the connection of movement, breath & music - singing a song with your body! Followed by a delicious yoga nidra to refresh & rejuvenate you, one of my favourite to do when im exhausted.

An evening yoga class & pranayama (breath work) to prepare for sleep.

Digital Detox:

There’s no mobile phone signal here — a rare opportunity to completely unplug, slow down, and escape the pressures of modern life. Rediscover inner peace without constant distractions.

Small Group Size:

With a maximum of 4 guests, you'll enjoy an intimate and personalized retreat experience, ensuring you get the attention and care you deserve.

Come as you are, leave feeling recharged, grounded, and inspired.

More about
me..and tranquility :)

Originally from London.

I have travelled extensively, and still continue to do so! Though I do love the solitude and peace of my little corner of correzian paradise! Through out my life work for me has always involved physical, be it with animals or fitness! I have worked with equines, volunteered for various animal charities Ive always loved helping out at Christmas there is something so peaceful about it with animals!

I have done triathlons, duathlons and spartan races - my fitness qualifications include Pilates, Gym, PT, Bootcamp, Yoga, Aqua, Cycling, Nutrition and i am also a STA swim instructor able to teach babies to adults :)

I’m a quirky, fun type of person, my hair changes colour alot! I recently got my ears pierced and also tattoos ( of animals i have lost) I have a pretty positive attitude to life, I’ve been through a lot, and i’m stronger for it. I’m a good listener & I don’t judge people, You dont know what someone is going through. I am vegan for the animals, and kindness costs nothing and means everything. xx

I have lived & worked in a variety of countries including UK, Spain, Canary islands, the Middle East & France.

My favorite places to visit were India & Kenya, loved them both!

I decided to leave the Middle East after 10 years & decided to move to rural France, this is my little corner of Correzian Paradise Rain Forest - my home!

The green heart of rural Correze in France, embrace nature's serenity, escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the beauty of rural Correze with my exclusive Forest Retreat.

Nestled among the chestnut forests & river Vezere down in the Gorges de Vezere, 5 hectares of forest & fields.

Cant wait for you to visit! xx

Animal Companions:

Founder of the Donkeys of Tranquility Association, a donkey charity home to 8 donkeys. The tranquility rescue donkeys Charlie, CoCo, Fabien, Larry, Loic, Oliver, Pudding & Wilbur!
Along with 3 cats & two dogs plus hens, and whatever else I might have picked up when you visit,and a variety of local wildlife, including foxes, badgers, boar, and deer. !
Enjoy heartwarming interactions with my donkeys and other animals, that will show you that all that matters is today, here and now!

Nature and Space to Unwind:

Spread across 6 hectares of fields and forests with a river and even my own island!
Plenty of tranquil spots perfect for yoga, meditation, or simply relaxing in nature.

There’s no mobile phone signal here — a rare opportunity to completely unplug, slow down, and escape the pressures of modern life. Rediscover inner peace without constant distractions.

Explore the forest trails and discover the rich biodiversity that surrounds you, with trail walks that encourage reflection and tranquility. Listening to the sound of the river flowing, allow the natural environment to enhance your inner calm.

This is my home, and as such, there are daily tasks to do around the animals, both in the morning and late afternoon.

This is my home, not a rented space , so enjoy the real deal :)

Dont wait!

Book your Forest Retreat today!

Let this rural retreat be your home for a few days or weeks if you like!

Life here is about enjoying the moment.

here are plenty of walking and biking trails around here, as well as opportunities to chill with the animals, draw, paint, read, or simply relax. If you're into biking or running, be prepared for plenty of hills no matter which direction you go - perfect for a great workout or a scenic adventure!

In the summer months, the river tends to be quite shallow, and with the weather being hot, it's lovely to go for a refreshing stroll or dip in the river.

My home and retreat space is designed for complete relaxation and being present in the moment - whether you're practicing yoga, enjoying nature, or spending time with the animals, it's all about unwinding and recharging.

Would love to meet you come on over Maria xx

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