Choosing the picturesque landscapes of Grasse and the luxurious amenities of Château Saint Georges is the perfect way to create a culinary retreat like no other. With sun-kissed views and an array of gastronomic produce at your fingertips, you can blend French traditions with the charm and elegance of Provence to create an event that will leave your guests both surprised and delighted. Hosting a culinary retreat at our enchanting venue promises an unforgettable experience and in today’s article, we take a look at what the estate can offer you alongside some beautiful images by Victoria Quirk from our latest culinary event organised by Julie Belcher of Reverie Retreats.
The Château
Our luxury venue is an extraordinary 19th-century Château situated in the charming hillside town of Grasse only minutes from world-renowned perfumeries. The Château has been coined “Le Petit Versailles” and is a southern France landmark, built by a famous perfumer. Our venue offers a serene, palatial feel with its luxurious finishes, modern amenities, and commanding views over the bay of Cannes and Grasse, and both the Château and its surrounding areas have a lot to offer for your culinary retreat.
Grasse
Grasse is renowned as the world’s perfume capital. This charming town boasts a rich history dating back to the 16th century when it began its journey into the art of fragrance creation. Surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, Grasse is adorned with narrow cobblestone streets, vibrant markets, and historic landmarks that showcase its cultural heritage. Not only can you explore the town’s perfumeries, and even create your own signature scent, but beyond its perfume legacy, Grasse offers a feast for the senses, with its gourmet cuisine, scenic beauty, and cultural delights where you can experience the timeless charm of the French countryside.
Grand Cuisine
Our vast and fully equipped Provençal marble kitchen extends into a spectacular panoramic veranda with a rare and original glass and steel structure. It is a magnificent example of Provencal Baroque style and the perfect space to host your culinary masterclasses. Here you’ll meet the hospitality, the gastronomy, the flavours and scents, and the History of Provence. The kitchen is fully equipped to meet the demands of a culinary retreat. Our “La Cornue” has gas and electric, with a Teppanyaki plate, 2 ovens (electric and gas) complete with hotplates, 2 American-style fridge freezers, washing basins and a large granite counter Lapis Lazuli. The kitchen and its veranda are naturally the perfect place for organizing your retreat activities.
Accomodation
What better way to indulge your retreat guests than with some private downtime within our luxurious bedrooms in the Château. They are spacious rooms, bathed in natural light, and decorated with boisserie in gold leaf and silk jacquard Lyonnaise, parquet inlay-tailor-made, and also feature beautiful chandeliers in crystal or fireplaces in marble. The interior of our rooms will seduce your guests with their beautiful details kept intact for centuries, marble, wood panelling and parquet inlaid or rich decorations ceilings. Offering refined and spiritual comfort it would be hard not to unwind and relax in our luxury accommodation.
Wellbeing
Our Château also includes an indoor swimming pool and wellness centre which is available to all our guests staying with us. So after a full day of culinary activities, guests can unwind and enjoy some relaxation time before indulging in the glorious fruits of their labour dining al fresco under the French skyline. Complete with a jacuzzi, steam room and sauna our wellness centre also has a massage room where your guests can enjoy treatments as part of their relaxing and unwinding schedule. It’s the perfect place to press the reset button and reflect on the activities of the culinary retreat!
Want to know more about hosting a culinary retreat at Château Saint Georges? Contact us and let us provide you with the perfect venue and team to make your culinary retreat an epic celebration of food, wine and the art of living well!
