AZULUMÉA
COMING BACK TO PLAY
What if you gave yourself permission to play again?
At some point, adulthood can become a long list of things we need to manage.
Work.
Family.
Responsibilities.
Deadlines.
Decisions.
Other people's needs.
We become very good at getting things done.
But the parts of us that want to explore, create, laugh, experiment and simply enjoy being alive don't disappear.
Sometimes they just get quiet.
Coming Back to Play is an invitation to turn the volume back up.
Not by adding another thing to your to-do list.
By stepping away from it.
For one weekend, you'll have space to create, connect, explore and experience something different, in a beautiful setting in Brittany, surrounded by a small group of women who are there for the same reason.
You may arrive feeling disconnected from your creative side.
You will leave feeling lighter, more curious, and more open, reminded that play isn't something you outgrow.
THE EXPERIENCE
This isn't a retreat where every hour is programmed.
We've designed a rhythm that gives you both beautifully curated experiences and genuine freedom.
EXPLORE
Begin Saturday with a morning exploration of the surrounding landscape. Notice colours, textures and seasonal details
CREATE
Spend two hours painting, experimenting and making something without worrying about whether it's good enough.
PLAY
The Saturday afternoon is intentionally yours. Rest, wander, read, nap, create or join Christina and Leila in the salon for games and spontaneous activities.
CELEBRATE
As evening falls, gather around the table for an intimate candlelit dinner experience featuring farm-to-table meal, French wine, conversation and a few surprises.
YOUR WEEKEND
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AFTERNOON
Arrive at Manoir Caché, settle into your room and explore the house and grounds.
Take your time.
The weekend begins when you arrive.
EVENING
Gather for relaxed welcome drinks followed by dinner.
A chance to meet the group, share a meal and begin settling into the rhythm of the weekend.
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BREAKFAST
A relaxed breakfast and coffee before the day begins.
MORNING EXPLORATION WALK
A gentle walk through the surrounding landscape.
Notice the colours, textures and details of the season.
PAINTING EXPERIENCE
A hands-on creative experience designed around experimentation, colour and play.
No artistic experience required.
No perfect result expected.
Just create and see where it takes you.
LUNCH
A relaxed lunch together.
Then the afternoon is yours.
THE AFTERNOON IS YOURS
This is deliberately unscheduled.
For those who want a little more company, the salon becomes our informal play space, with creative activities and spontaneous things to join.
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THE AZULUMÉA DINNER
NOT JUST DINNER
Some of life's best memories happen around a table.
Not only because the meal was perfect.
Because of who was there.
The conversation.
The laughter.
The unexpected moments.
The stories that came out.
The stories no one saw coming
Our Saturday evening dinner is designed around exactly that idea.
Farm-to-table food.
French wine.
Non-alcoholic options.
Candlelight.
Conversation.
A few surprises.
We're keeping some of the details to ourselves.
Because part of coming back to play is allowing yourself to be curious about what happens next.
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MORNING
After Saturday evening, Sunday is intentionally unhurried.
Sleep in.
Have a coffee.
Enjoy the house.
Take your time.
SUNDAY BRUNCH
A relaxed final brunch together.
Good food, coffee, conversation, and probably a few stories from the night before.
Sunday Closing Circle
A gentle moment to pause, reflect, and share before we return to everyday life.
THE SETTING
A hidden corner of Brittany
Manoir Caché
Tucked away in the Breton countryside, Manoir Caché provides the setting for our first Azuluméa retreat.
Surrounded by nature and full of character, the house offers the perfect backdrop for a weekend away from the usual pace of life.
Old stone, beautiful interiors, outdoor spaces and quiet corners give you room to gather together or find a little time for yourself.
This isn't a conference centre.
It isn't a busy hotel.
It's a place that feels personal, welcoming and a little removed from the everyday.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Christina Rougerie
Founder & Retreat Host
FROM DESIGNING SPACES TO CREATING EXPERIENCES
Christina Rougerie is an interior designer, creative and the founder of Azuluméa.
For years, her work has focused on creating spaces around the way people live, how light, materials, colour, flow and atmosphere can change the way a space feels and functions.
Azuluméa grew from that same curiosity.
Because a beautiful space can change the pace of a weekend.
A thoughtfully prepared table can turn a meal into an occasion.
Making something with your hands can quiet the noise of everyday life.
And bringing the right people together can create connections you didn't expect.
Azuluméa brings these ideas together through small, thoughtfully created retreats where creativity, play, place and connection become part of the experience.
The goal isn't to fix you.
It's to create enough space for you to remember what you enjoy.
Leila Bodros
Co-Host & Guest Facilitator
For almost twenty years, Leila has helped people create space for clarity, connection and meaningful change. Her work with entrepreneurial women across Europe has given her a deep understanding of the importance of slowing down, listening well and making room for new perspectives.
Leila brings that same thoughtful and intuitive presence to Azuluméa. Throughout the weekend, she will be alongside Christina, helping create the warm, welcoming atmosphere that allows connection to happen naturally, from conversations around the table to playful moments in the Manoir and the quieter exchanges in between.
Curious, perceptive and deeply attentive, Leila has a natural ability to bring people into conversation and help them feel comfortable being themselves.
Together with Christina, Leila helps create a retreat that feels thoughtfully held without feeling overly structured, a space where conversation, creativity, laughter and spontaneity can naturally take the lead.
IS THIS RETREAT FOR YOU?
Coming Back to Play is for women who...
Feel like life has become a little too serious
Miss doing things simply for fun
Want to reconnect with their creativity
Are curious about trying something different
Enjoy beautiful spaces, good food and meaningful conversation
Want a weekend away from their usual routines
Would like to meet new people in a relaxed setting
Appreciate having both shared experiences and time alone
Want to slow down without having to spend the weekend “working on themselves”
You can come alone.
You don't need to know anyone beforehand.
You don't need to be artistic.
You don't need to arrive with a particular goal.
Just come curious.
What’s Included
Two nights at Manoir Caché
Friday evening welcome dinner
Saturday breakfast and lunch
Sunday brunch
Saturday morning exploration walk
Painting experience
All creative materials
Saturday afternoon access to games and creative activities
Saturday evening Azuluméa Dinner
Farm-to-table food
French wine
Non-alcoholic drink options
Sunday closing circle
Plenty of unstructured time to rest, connect and play
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely not.
The creative workshop is designed for everyone, including people who haven't picked up a paintbrush since childhood.
The emphasis is on experimenting and enjoying the process, not producing something perfect.
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Yes.
Many people come to retreats on their own. The small group environment makes it easy to meet people naturally without the pressure of a large group.
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The retreat is intentionally limited to 8 guests so that the weekend remains intimate and personal.
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Your accommodation, all meals listed in the retreat programme, the Saturday creative workshop, and all creative materials.
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Yes.
Free time is an important part of the retreat.
You can participate in the planned activities or take time for yourself.
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Tickets are non-refundable, as each booking helps us prepare materials, meals, and accommodations in advance. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend or use it toward a future retreat (subject to availability)
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We'll provide a practical packing list before the retreat.
Bring comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for the Breton countryside, clothes you don't mind getting paint on, and something a little special for Saturday evening's dinner. A journal and any small personal comforts are welcome too. All art supplies and materials are provided.
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The retreat is led in English, with French translations when needed perfect for bilingual or international guests.
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Click Reserve Your Place and follow the booking instructions.
Places are limited to 8 guests.
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You'll have to come and find out.
There will be candlelight, farm-to-table French food, French wine, non-alcoholic options, conversation, and a few surprises.
Some things are more fun when they're not explained in advance.
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Click Reserve Your Place and tell us which room you'd like. We'll reply within 24 hours to confirm availability and send your booking details. Your place is held for 3 days while we wait for your €150 deposit by bank transfer.
A glimpse into what guests have shared:
“The whole experience was beyond what I expected. Every detail, the music, the colors, the food, the energy felt intentional. I walked away inspired, calm, and deeply reconnected with my creativity. It truly felt like coming home to myself.”
— Kelly Page
“I brought a lot of lovely memories home with me - the warmth and beauty of the setting, the lovely food, the interesting conversations, the playful art session, the cats...”
-Katy Wright
“ I came in tired and overwhelmed, and by the end of the day I felt completely renewed. The way Christina guided us without pressure, just gentle presence helped me reconnect with a part of myself I’d forgotten. It wasn’t about painting; it was about freedom. I felt joy again, real joy.”
— Eunice Monica
“Because we all deserve some time to reflect, relax, find our inner-energy. our inner child and just go with the flow. Christina is so welcoming with an energy that is all-encompassing - warm, calming yet energetic and oh so welcoming! Also, the space and food was amazing”
- Alie
“The connection to the other women and the confirmation that I need more play and joy in my life. “
Anna
COME BACK TO PLAY
You spend enough of your life taking care of things.
Perhaps it's time to make room for something else.
Something creative.
Something unexpected.
Something delicious.
Something shared.
Something just for you.
Come away for a weekend.
Explore. Create. Connect. Play.
And see what you bring home with you.
THE DETAILS
NOVEMBER 13–15, 2026
Location
Manoir Caché · Brittany, France
Duration
2 nights / 3 days
Group size
8 guests
Language
English, with French translation if needed
INVESTMENT
Shared Twin Room — €395
Early Bird €375
Shared Annexe — €415
Early Bird €395
Private Room — €445
Early Bird €425
Early Bird Pricing · First 4 places only or until October 18
Reserve your place with a €150 deposit.
Your remaining balance will be due by October 30, 2026.
Your room is confirmed once the deposit has been received.
Full practical information, including arrival details and what to bring, will be provided after booking.
Have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact us!
Email info@christinarougerie.com
COME BACK TO PLAY
November 2026 · Brittany
Limited to 8 guests.
How booking works
Click Reserve Your Place and tell us which room you'd like. We'll reply within 24 hours to confirm availability and send your booking details. Your place is held for 3 days while we wait for your €150 deposit by bank transfer.