Chateau Charente

Chateau Charente Painting masterclasses in Southwest France. Expert artists. 10 painters only. One-to-one attention.
2027 season open for registration.

Welcome to Chateau Charente's official page, where transformative travel meets the timeless beauty of the French countryside. Nestled just an hour from Bordeaux, our luxury retreats celebrate calm, creativity, and connection. Each six-night experience is thoughtfully designed to help you reset, rejuvenate, and rediscover yourself while meeting like-minded individuals in an intimate settin

g. Delight in exquisite, garden-to-plate dining inspired by the region's finest flavours. Every meal tells a story, paired with exceptional local wines, immersing you in the essence of the French art de vivre. Craft your days to suit your desires—embrace the slow pace of countryside living, uncover the treasures of nearby Bordeaux and Cognac or simply unwind amidst nature's serenity. From restorative yoga sessions to plein-air art workshops, every moment is an invitation to reconnect with what truly matters. Discover the magic of every season with us and let Chateau Charente leave an imprint on your soul.

23/05/2026

This little one didn’t make it out of the pool on his own this morning. We got to him in time. A warm towel, a quiet spot in the garden, and one very cautious strawberry later, he was back on his feet.

He has a house under the hedge. He’s been there all season. We had no idea he was using the pool as a shortcut.

A ramp goes in tomorrow.

If you have a pool, please add an escape route. A piece of wood on an angle is all it takes. Hedgehogs are strong swimmers but they can’t climb smooth walls, and they tire fast.

He’s fine. We’re fine. The strawberry didn’t last long.

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22/05/2026

If you paint landscapes, stop scrolling.

Julia Hawkins ROI is on her way to Chateau Charente. Painters are travelling from across the world for a week of immersive painting in southwest France. One-to-one guidance. The best light. The best food.

On the road, Julia stopped at a poppy field near the chateau. She set up her easel and painted what she saw. Cadmium red and vermillion at full intensity. Coral and orange where the light broke through. Deep crimson in the shadows. The French landscape does not wait.

Our guests arrive on Monday. We cannot wait to welcome them.

2027 retreats are open. Link in bio.

These are the words that stay with us long after guests have gone home.A painter from Hong Kong found the space to rest,...
18/05/2026

These are the words that stay with us long after guests have gone home.

A painter from Hong Kong found the space to rest, learn, and connect. A guest from the United States discovered what it means to be welcomed into a home, not a hotel. A traveller from Luxembourg said it simply: dreamy, amazing, fantastic.

Art that challenges you. Food that gathers you. Wellness that slows you down. Connection that surprises you.

They came as strangers. They left as friends.

This is what a week at Chateau Charente looks like.

2027 registrations are open. Link in bio.

The first retreat of 2026 is coming to a close. And what a week it has been.Painters arrived from across the world. Ease...
16/05/2026

The first retreat of 2026 is coming to a close. And what a week it has been.

Painters arrived from across the world. Easels went up on a bridge over the Charente River. Mornings opened with stillness. Lunches were set beside the water. Evenings found us connecting and laughing around the table.

This is what a week at Chateau Charente looks like. Swipe to follow the day.

With deep gratitude to for leading our first retreat with such generosity and skill. Our team who held everything together behind the scenes. And to the wonderful painters who came, we thank you for your trust.

Everything is included. You just arrive.Six nights at a 19th-century château in southwest France. Ten painters. One worl...
04/05/2026

Everything is included. You just arrive.
Six nights at a 19th-century château in southwest France. Ten painters. One world-class artist. A private chef. Professional materials. Morning wellness. Curated excursions into the real France. Wine with dinner. Transfers from Angoulême and Bordeaux.
Your only job is to paint.
The 2027 season is open for registration. Swipe to see what awaits you. Link in bio.

02/05/2026

The 2026 season opens next week.

Ten painters. One château. Southwest France.

This is what May looks like at Chateau Charente.

2027 Season open for registration. Details in bio.

Twenty-four hours remain to join the waitlist.Each 2027 retreat has its own waitlist. Swipe to find your artist, then he...
26/04/2026

Twenty-four hours remain to join the waitlist.

Each 2027 retreat has its own waitlist. Swipe to find your artist, then head to the link in bio to register before midnight tonight.

Interest this season has been the strongest we have seen. The retreats will sell out quickly once presale opens tomorrow.

Save this post so you remember to sign up before midnight.

ANNOUNCINGFive master artists. Five unforgettable retreats. Ten places available in each. One château in Southwest Franc...
20/04/2026

ANNOUNCING
Five master artists. Five unforgettable retreats. Ten places available in each. One château in Southwest France.

Swipe to meet the artists joining us at Chateau Charente next year.
daigleart · April · Learn to paint nature and everyday objects in a modern impressionistic style, with composition design and colour harmony at the heart of every canvas.

· May · Learn to paint vibrant, joyful still life and landscape in gouache and acrylic, using minimal brushstrokes and a bold palette to capture light, shadow and movement.

· June · Learn to paint considered, powerful still life in oils, with drawing as the foundation and subtle, precise colour doing all the heavy lifting.

· August · Learn to paint still life from direct observation, building the technical rigour and sensitivity that comes from a lifetime of painting from life.
k.blades_art · September · Learn to paint expressive landscape in oils and gouache, guided by an artist who works in the English Romantic tradition and brings atmospheric depth to everything he sees.

Six nights. Fully inclusive. Professional art materials included. Maximum ten painters per retreat for one-to-one feedback.

Waitlist priority access opens Monday 27 April at noon Eastern.
No payment required. Less than two minutes to join. Link in bio.

Which artist are you most excited to paint with? Tell us below.

10/04/2026

The first of our 2027 season artist announcements drops Monday 20 April.

Five artists. Five retreats.
One very good reason to clear your calendar.

Salt water and old trees are waiting.

Join the pre-sale waitlist for first access. Link in bio.

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