We have prepared some information for your interest which we trust will answer your questions and demonstrate just how well you will be catered for during your stay with us.
About us….Dawn and her husband Robert and their two little dogs, Arny and Mitzi (who don’t malt) live in a renovated 16th Century farmhouse set in its own landscaped grounds with a natural fish pond, organic allotments and fruit trees.
Historically the buildings on this property formed an entire village. It is located 2k from a ‘special place of interest’ namely the spectacular medieval St Suzanne, all of which is in Dept 53, Mayenne, Pays de la Loire.
Retreat and B&B accommodation and Workshops are available exclusively for vegetarian, vegan or raw foodies who have a respect for our environment J
Whether you are looking for a relaxing haven of peace, a rejuvenating healthy retreat or detox, or are celebrating a special occasion and want to be pampered, we will endeavour to support and spoil you!. First, pre-register your booking; next we’ll agree your requirements over the phone. This will ensure your individual needs and expectations are met while you’re visiting us and we‘ll do our best to make you and your stay with us extra special.
The surrounding area
The whole area is rural, green and hilly, surrounded by woods (with deer and wild boar). Consequently, you can walk for miles and never see another soul, though there are plenty of cows!
Dawn and Robert provide hospitality in an atmosphere of warmth and harmony. A relaxed environment combined with a personal service puts you quickly at ease.
Location, Location, Location…Use our home as your home while touring many local attractions and soaking up French culture. We’re ideally situated to explore North West France.
Travel Contacts
- Ryanair www.bookryanair.com
- www.ldlines.co.uk – Portsmouth to Le Havre with daily night crossings from Portsmouth arriving
- www.brittanyferries.co.uk – Portsmouth to Caen, 3 – 4 crossings daily
- www.ferrycheap.com
From Paris (2 1/2 hrs), there are various routes, fast or scenic, you’ll need a map or a route planner – check out www.viamichelin.com for an excellent route planner.
We are approx 2 1/2 hours drive south of Caen & St Malo mostly on autoroute. Our idyllic rural location is well positioned to discover Le Mans, Laval, Mayenne, Chartres, Tours, Angers, Paris, Normandy and of course the beautiful Loire. It is equally ideal for an overnight respite if continuing south or you need a break before catching the ferry back to the UK.
Directions
Once in the Mayenne region (Dept. 53) take the D7 through Evron to St Suzanne where you will pick up the D9 on route to Torce Viviers En Charnie. 2 ½ miles later turn left off the D9 with the lake on the right, we are the only house at the top of the hill. Instructions / map are provided.
NB. You won’t see a commercial sign displayed; you will see a sign for Les Farinieres.
We really enjoyed our stay. The food and hospitality were wonderful.
What’s on offer to help you keep physically & mentally fit when you get here:
Classes:
1-2-1 Life & Health Coaching – Ideal opportunity to be gently challenged to address a wide range of issues.
Nutrition & Colon Care Classes - Clients suffering with eating disorders or recovering from illness are assured of support and encouragement.
Living Foods Training. For anyone seeking to improve their health through increased responsibility for their own self care using plant based foods.
Heal Your Life (Louise Hay) Teaching. Completed as a 2 day workshop and or a 10 week after care teleclass home study programme.
Though Field Therapy – Releases trapped emotions, phobias and fears
Reiki – Relieves stress and anxiety and rebalances your energy
Vegetarian & Vegan Cookery classes and Raw Food Prep classes – if you’re in rut or what to know more, prepared to be inspired!
Activities:
If you yearn for peace and inspiration to tackle some creative writing, you’ll definitely develop it here – guest bedroom window has a writing desk overlooking a fabulous view that will clear writers block.
Or maybe you enjoy Bird Watching, Photography, Walking, Golf, and Angling, Cycling or Horse riding? Whatever your choice, there is plenty to keep you active as you explore some of the best countryside around.
If historical attractions, culture and Frances Chateau’s appeal to you, well you are in the right region and only an hour away from the famous Loire Valley too.
On-site we have a Sauna, a Chi Zen Massage, a lesuire room with Table Tennis, yoga mat, ball, blocks, work out videos, hoola hoop and much more.
Boules also available by prior arrangement – local Dru yoga teacher and
Local Salon offering a range of treatments including: Aromatherapy massage, Reflexology, Reiki, La Stone Therapy by appointment.
General Information:
Arrivals around 6.00pm are preferred unless mentioned in advance
Departures @ 10.00am Monday – Saturday & 11.00am on Sunday
Bikes can be stored securely
Pets may be accepted with prior notice & correct paperwork
Laundry Facilities - useful if you get caught out
Private secure car park
Non-smoking
Packed lunches provided by prior arrangement.
We were looked after beautifully, food was excellent too.
B&B guests will enjoy a delicious, leisurely breakfast on one of our sunny patios overlooking splendid views or in our lovely rustic style dining room.
In the summer choose from a continental breakfast of fresh juice; speciality breads & pastries with homemade spreads & pates & 100% pure jam; muesli, fruit and nut milks.
Green juice and smoothies a speciality as is wheatgrass.
In the winter, as above with optional extras like cinnamon & raisin millet, or oat groat porridge or have a cooked breakfast of tofu sausages, sun dried toms, mashed avocado with mushrooms and onions on rye.
In the evening dine in or out depending on the weather. Either way, you’ll enjoy generous and imaginative cuisine made of home grown, organic seasonal produce as available.
All purchased produce from organic health food shop, promoting local farming.
Distilled and magnetised drinking water freely available as are fruit and herbal teas.
SAMPLE
Dinning Menu
(raw menu in green)
Veggie – Roast parsnip and carrot soup with coriander yofu
Raw – cauliflower, garlic and avocado soup
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Veggie – Crispy garlic pita with homemade tangy tomato or black olive hummus
Raw – Mushroom & spinach potage with seaweed & veg crackers
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Veggie – Aubergine and mushroom tower with bean sprouts, Mexican pate, onion, tomato, topped with grilled mozzarella and sesame seeds
Raw – Platter of home grown baby sunflower greens, medley of coleslaw, sprouts, seed mayo with seaweed sheets
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Raw – dark chocolate cake or spicy carrot or smooth pecan cake or
Hazelnut and apricot ice-cream
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If you drink alcohol, you’re welcome to bring your own bottle J
Incredible food, we really enjoyed our stay, it was great!
Accommodation
- Spacious and peaceful. The décor is tiled or wood flooring with wood furnishings throughout.
- Choice of rooms include single, twin or double. Bedding is 100% cotton with firm mattresses.
- Tailored hospitality tray (to include choice of speciality teas, coffee, Soya milk, biscuits, nibbles, Distilled or naturally carbonated water and lemon).
- Electrical items available on request include; CD, colour satellite TV, clock radio, hairdryer.
- Your own generous bright bath room is next door with a bath, a double shower, plenty of hot water, towels and robes. If you wish to enemas, you’ll be perfectly comfortable, just bring separate towel for lying on.
- You have the private use of a large comfortable cool lounge with wood burner and TV.
- Access to a huge library of books, health videos/DVDs, lectures on CD etc.
Everything was just perfect, best B&B we’ve stayed in
Registration Form
Please take a few minutes to provide us your details so we can confirm your booking as well as ensure your individual expectations are met during your stay.
You need to return this form together with a 50% deposit to secure your booking. Your balance will be due on departure in sterling or euros. Receipts available.
How did you hear of us?
Full name of guests:
Current home address and postcode:
Telephone number and area code:
Car registration:
Dates you require overnight B&B accommodation @ £60.00 per room
What is your preferred choice of accommodation?
- Single
- Twin
- Double with writing desk
(inc. of hospitality tray, 100% cotton bedding, unlimited towels, hot water, etc.)
Dates you require evening meals at £25.00 per person:
Are you veggie, vegan or raw?
If you enjoy a raw diet, are you 100% or do you eat transitional foods i.e. tofu?
What do you like / dislike eating?
Do you have any other requirements, dietary or otherwise that we should be aware of?
How do you rate your health – are there any medical conditions we need to be aware of (even if you are no longer suffering with it)?
Which classes or therapies would you like to benefit from during your stay?
- Vegetarian / vegan cookery classes
- Raw food preparation lessons
- 1-2-1 Health coaching
- Living Foods Classes
- Nutrition and Colon Care
- Though Field Therapy
- Reiki
- Heal Your Life
- LaStone or Swedish Massage
- Indian Head Massage
- Reflexology
- Dru Yoga
Insurance & Medical
Don’t forget your holiday / accident insurance in case you need to cancel. Admin cancel fees apply.
Here is the link you will need to apply for free European medical cover when travelling if you haven‘t already got an EHIC card (formally E111). It covers you immediately all over Europe. https://www.ehic.org.uk/Internet/home.do
Any other comments you‘d like to share or that we need to know?
We look forward to welcoming you soon and wish you the best of health.
It is equally ideal for an overnight respite if continuing south or you need a break before catching the ferry back to the UK.
The whole area is rural, green and hilly, surrounded by woods (with deer and wild boar). Consequently, you can walk for miles and never see another soul, though there are plenty of cows!
We are approx 2 1/2 hours drive south of Caen & St Malo mostly on autoroute.
La Haute Fariniere
Torce Viviers En Charnie
(Dept 53) Mayenne
53270 France
T: 0033 2 43 64 37 48 – outside France
T: 02 43 64 37 48 – inside France