Relax, Refresh and Restore

Take it Easy

At Fontalbe, our guests often comment on the tranquillity and peacefulness of the setting. Surrounded by woodland, the sound of the river flowing by and the soft rhythm of nature, it’s a place where you can truly switch off, and ‘be’ as well as ‘do’.

Here holidays can unfold at a gentler pace. Mornings might begin with quiet yoga overlooking the pool, an unhurried coffee on the terrace, or a walk through the grounds before the day begins. Afternoons can drift between the pool, long lunches, and moments of rest in the shade or a late afternoon massage, while evenings bring shared meals, laughter and that wonderful feeling of having nowhere else to be.

The Wellbeing Space is designed to complement this relaxed way of life – a calm, light-filled room where guests can stretch, recharge, indulge in a treatment, or simply take time for themselves during their stay.

Sunbeds by the gite pool in the Dordogne

The Wellbeing Space

This large, bright and airy space looks out over the pool and the woodland beyond. It is simple in its design, allowing the space to be used in many ways – for yoga sessions, weight workouts, a massage, reflexology or facial, or as a games space should you want to be indoors.

To help you plan your stay and make use of this wonderful space, we’ve organised a few contacts so our guests can prearrange some wellbeing sessions. We send out full contact details and prices when guests confirm their booking but here’s a little taster of what’s on offer.

Dordogne yoga room with exposed beam ceilings and yoga mats on the floor

Yoga

If yoga is your thing, then there are mats and space in the wellbeing space for 12 people. It might be something you practise on your own, or you may have someone in your group who can guide you through your morning flow.

Or you can book a session with Abbie – whether its yoga, chair yoga, meditation or partner yoga, Abbie will bring yoga to you at Fontalbe and tailor your session to suit all your group needs. All you need to do is relax and enjoy!

If you would like to download a PDF with more details about her yoga classes, please visit here.

Practising yoga in the Dordogne at the gite

Massage and Facials

A good back massage is my idea of heaven and there’s no doubt, Jess does a good back massage. Equipped with her table and wonderful essential oils Jess provides a range of massages from the deeply relaxing and enveloping to the intense rejuvenating, the choice is yours.

Jess also does facials, manicures, pedicures, eyebrows etc, perfect if you want a range of treatments.

More details on the wonderful treatments that Jess provides are available here.

Pampering massage and facial treatments at the gite

Reflexology

Until I met Virginie I hadn’t experienced reflexology. But how can you offer a service to guests that you’ve not tried out yourself! I was a bit tense (not keen on having my feet touched!) and wondered how I was going to lie still for an hour, doing nothing! But Virginie was very friendly and relaxed in her approach, chatted for a while about my health, aches and pains, and put me at ease.

A few minutes into the session I could feel the tension m let away. A few minutes later I had dozed off. That evening I felt chilled and had the best sleep I can remember. I’m now hooked and look forward to regular reflexology sessions with Virginie.

Reflexology treatments in the Dordogne

Manicures and Pedicures

Fontalbe is a great venue for a celebration, and many of our guests get together for special birthdays or wedding anniversaries. In fact we are hosting our first wedding this summer. Having a manicure is a great start to the preparation, not to mention a pedicure.

Or if you simply want to pamper yourself, Audrey is the person you need. She offers a full range of nail treatments and will pop over to Fontalbe, making sure your hands and feet look at their best.

Nail treatments at Fontalbe
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