Pilates Retreat at Château de Pécile

17–21 September 2026 | Bazens, France

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Pilates. Movement. Restoration.

Pilates. Movement. Restoration. 

17-21 September 2026  |  Starting at €569

The South of France
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Four days of Pilates, movement, rest, and connection in the French countryside.

Join an intimate retreat limited to just 8 guests, designed to help you strengthen your body, improve mobility, and step away from the pace of daily life.

What to Expect

  • Nestled in peaceful surroundings, Château de Pécile is more than just a charming private property. Set among the gentle hills of Bazens, this historic estate combines aristocratic heritage, elegant architecture, and sweeping views over the Garonne Valley.

    Château de Pécile will offer you an authentic taste of rural French charm and timeless elegance.

  • Overlooking ancient trees and the surrounding countryside, these beautifully furnished rooms celebrate the heritage of southwest France with period furniture and timeless elegance. All include high quality bed linen and towels.

    Rooms with an ensuite bathroom:
    Baobab Tree | Monique’s | West Tower | Garden

    Rooms with a shared bathroom:
    Walnut | Secret | Hugo’s (Twin)

  • Four nights, with exclusive use of property, grounds, Pilates studio and pool.

  • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (Hugo’s):

    €569 per person

    Rooms with Shared Bathroom (Walnut | Secret):

    €669 per person

    Rooms with Ensuite Bathroom (Baobab Tree | Monique’s | West Tower | Garden):

    €829 per person

    All retreat experiences are identical. Pricing reflects accommodation choice only.

  • 4 x Pilates classes

    4 x Nights’ accomodation

    Curated goodie bags, featuring Kuvi Active, Ofa Karri, Datxa Kombucha, MoveActive and more

    Homecooked meals at Pécile, using seasonal ingredients:

    • Breakfast - Croissants, yoghurt, fruit, granola

    • Lunch - Bean salad, green salad, baguette, cheeses, pâté, fruit

    • Dinner - Starter, main course, and cheese or dessert, with a glass of local Buzet wine

    Complementary coffee and tea throughout the day

    Lunch at l’Atypik, Vianne (Saturday)

    Use of the Château grounds and facilities

  • Transport to Agen

    Optional Airport Transfer (Bordeaux or Toulouse)(€50)

    Optional Massage (90 mins)(€120)

    Travel insurance

    Additional personal expenses

  • Bookings can either be made in full or split into two payments:

    50% upon booking

    50% due 17 August 

Pilates. Movement. Restoration.

Pilates. Movement. Restoration.

Bedroom Options

  • Baobab Tree

    This spacious ensuite room is decorated around a painting of an African Baobab tree by Nigerian artist Toni Okujeni. Sink into the super-comfortable super king size four-poster bed and sleep deeply in luxury bed linen and vintage French linen sheets.

  • Monique's

    Full of 18th century French charm, this bedroom is named for Monique Fillerin, famous French heroine of World War II who slept here for fifty years. Super King size bed, high quality bed linen and towels. Ensuite bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC. South facing views over tranquil organic farmland.

  • West Tower

    Relax and unwind in this light filled room with ensuite bathroom in the oldest part of the Château. Enjoy the views from windows on three sides looking north, south and west over the garden and fields.

  • Garden

    Drift off into deep refreshing sleep in this charming ground floor ensuite room with a super king size bed, private terrace and door on to the garden. Wake up to birdsong and perhaps glimpse a roe deer whilst still reclining in bed.

  • Walnut

    19th century French walnut furniture is typical of south west France where the slow growing trees have flourished for centuries and are still harvested for nuts, oil and furniture making.

  • Secret

    Shared bathroom and shower room. Private balcony, views over pool and garden.

    Imagine yourself walking towards what looks like a bookcase at the end of a corridor and giving the bookcase a push to reveal another lovely bedroom. Now you are in the 18th century tower room of Château de Pécile.

    The comfortable super king size bed with quality bedlinen will give you a dreamy night’s sleep.

  • Hugo's (Twin)

    A pretty room with two single beds. A few paces along the corridor are two bathrooms either with a traditional bath or a walk-in shower.

    The bedroom window looks towards the lovely old oak trees full of birdlife.

Pilates. Movement. Restoration.

Pilates. Movement. Restoration. 

Sample Itinerary

  • Arrival - Complementary pick up at Agen train station (4.05pm).

    Welcome drinks and dinner.

  • All day at Pécile.

    Energising morning Pilates.

    Restorative evening Pilates.

  • Morning Pilates.

    Nérac Market Day - morning visit to Nérac market, by car. Beautiful historic town and a bustling weekly market, with food and craft stalls.

    Lunch at l'Atypik, Vianne.

    Afternoon relaxing back at Pécile - exploring the grounds or lounging by the pool.

  • Cycle to Prayssas - leisurely ride to medieval village Prayssas (16km return). Explore narrow streets and stop for coffee, crêpe or croissant.

    Evening Pilates.

  • Retreat conclusion. Check out and departure post-breakfast.

    Complementary transport to Agen train station, or single airport drop (€50 per person) by 11am.

Where to Find Château de Pécile

By Train
Agen is the closest main railway station, with frequent trains from Paris Montparnasse. Journey time is approximately three and a half hours.

We have arranged complementary pick up at Agen, off the TGV arriving at 4.05pm.

By Plane
Bordeaux and Toulouse are both within a 90 minute drive. Both have extensive car hire available or we can arrange transportation for a fee (€50 per person). Collection must be organised in advance, with one journey per group only.

Alternatively you can use the train from either Bordeaux or Toulouse Airport to Agen, for the 4.05pm collection.

By Car
Hiring a car provides freedom to travel when you want, we can share the best routes if you are thinking of driving.

Château de Pécile
3404 Route des Côteaux
Bazens, 47130, France

 

About Marshall

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About Marshall *

Marshall began in Port Macquarie in 1920 as Stephanie’s family soft drink business.

Built across generations, the Marshall name became part of the town’s story.

Her mother’s maiden name - now redefined through movement and Pilates.

Marshall: To gather people together and arrange them for a particular purpose.

Trained comprehensively through Pilates International Centre (Australia), Stephanie fuses classical Pilates precision with modern athletic intensity to spark radical transformation.

She completed her Fluidform Training in Sydney, before moving to Paris in 2024 to freelance across multiple studios including The New Me, Sense Club, Reformation and Baba Yoga Club. She then completed her Lagree Level 1 certification in 2025 (UK).

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. The retreat is suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners.

    All sessions will be adapted to individual ability levels, and with only eight guests, there will be plenty of opportunity for personal guidance and modifications.

  • Château de Pécile is located in Bazens, in southwest France.

    Detailed travel information, including recommended train stations, airports, and transfer options, will be provided after booking.

  • We recommend:

    • Comfortable clothing for movement sessions

    • Walking shoes

    • Swimwear

    • A light jacket or sweater for evenings

    • Any personal medications

    All Pilates equipment required for the retreat will be provided.

  • Yes. The retreat is intentionally designed with space to rest, read, explore the grounds, enjoy conversations, or simply slow down and recharge.

  • Yes. Please indicate any dietary requirements or allergies on your booking form and we will do our best to accommodate them.

  • The retreat is limited to 8 guests to ensure a personal, supportive, and high-quality experience.

    • Deposit is non-refundable.

    • Cancellations more than 30 days before the retreat: remaining balance refunded.

    • Cancellations within 30 days: refund only if your place can be filled from the waiting list.

  • Absolutely. Many retreat guests attend solo. The small group size creates a welcoming environment and often leads to meaningful connections.