In the land of Gaïa, Reinhild Steger welcomes you to this superb hamlet in the heart of Gers, France.
The Location
Les Terres des Gaïa is nestled in the center of the ‘French Tuscany’, offering picturesque views from all directions. With the Pyrenees to the south, the gentle hills of Dordogne to the west, the vineyards to the north, and castles to the east, this hamlet offers guests a spectacular countryside setting to rejuvenate mind, body, and spirit. For any writer seeking escape from the hustle and bustle of a busy, congested world, Les Terres des Gaïa offers a unique respite to stimulate creativity.
Accomodations
Les Terres des Gaïa offers several ‘chambres’ for sleeping, which includes a small studio and several bathrooms with state-of-the-art amenities. Each guest will be assigned a chambre with the utmost consideration for privacy and comfort. All bedding and bathing amenities are made of organic materials including body soaps and lotions.
Other amenities include the library equipped with state of the art film screening equipment, an outdoor pool, exercise room, and the L’Orangerie for yoga practice. WiFi is available throughout the property.
The Spa
Les Terres des Gaïa is a European health spa, offering a number of services to improve health and well being. The Spa is conveniently located on the grounds and provides the following treatments.
· Massage Therapy
· Kinesiology
· Japanese Iyashi Dome
· Yoga (offered daily)
· Meditation techniques
· Sauna
· Aromatherapy & Oxygen Therapy for face & body
The Cuisine
Organic foods, (known as ‘bio’ in French) is at the heart of Les Terres des Gaïa’s atelier de cuisine. Chef Babsie Steger uses only organic foods from her garden and other organic farms in the region. All meals are gourmet and will include a variety of Babsie’s recipes with an emphasis on organic vegetarian cuisine. A sampling of foods includes delectable aperitifs of fresh guacamole and hummus, garden fresh soups and salads, exquisite organic breads, and her personal recipe for duck breast. Desserts include Babsie’s signature Austrian confections, pastries, and chocolates. And of course, no meal in France is complete without ‘fromage’, where guests will dine on organic cheeses from Gers and the Pyrenees region. The menu will be tailored for this retreat with consideration for any dietary restrictions and is guaranteed to satisfy all palettes. For a sample of what foods will be prepared, please visit Babsie’s blog (in French).
