Amassa
Gascony, France
About Amassa
👥: 20 guests
Situated in Gascony, often referred to as the Tuscany of France, Amassa sits in sixteen acres of woods, rewilded meadows and flowering gardens, with stunning views over rolling countryside, hilltop villages and distant views to the horizon. The houses have been restored preserving their unique character and old French charm, blended with modern comforts and stylishly curated with locally sourced vintage finds. The studios provide huge flexible space for a variety of events and all the equipment needed for yoga and pilates and creative activities.
Accommodation
Amassa offers 4 individual old stone houses with 9 ensuite bedrooms, sleeping up to 20 guests with the possibility of 2 further rooms for the host and assistants. There are also 2 renovated studios in the old barn with underfloor heating,
Facilities
2 outdoor swimming pools with panoramic views
Fully equipped chefs kitchen
Outdoor cooking facilities
BBQ facilities
Fruit trees and herb garden
Massage table
Getting there
Closest airport: Toulouse International airport
Closest train station: Toulouse Matabiau Station
Extras
Trampoline
Boules
Bicycles
Ping Pong
Outdoor cinema
A beautiful secluded rural hamlet in South West France, renovated and designed for wellness, retreats, workshops, and gatherings.
A place for people to come together to pause, to play, to grow.
Accommodation
4 houses • 9 ensuite bedrooms • 20 guests • 2 further rooms for hosts and assistants
All houses have been renovated to enhance their original features and atmosphere. They are beautiful and thoughtfully designed, allowing you to relax and feel at home. Each house has its own lounge with comfortable sofas and a table for drawing, writing or creative work, all perfect for enjoying a book, puzzles or board games. Each room has its own modernised ensuite with rain showers and WC. All houses have lovely terraces with comfortable deckchairs offering quiet space, with access to the gardens.
Fig House
3 ensuite bedrooms • 6 guests • bathroom
The lovely green views and west facing terrace of this house invite sunset watching. There are old terracotta tiles, exposed stone walls, wooden beams and underfloor heating throughout. The largest room has a wonderfully decadent free standing bath and each of the rooms can be configured as a double or twin. There is an open plan lounge with fully fitted kitchen and panoramic views of the woods and countryside beyond, framed by sliding glass doors to the terrace.
Vine House
2 bedrooms • 5 guests • bathroom
Vine House is one of the oldest remaining houses, retaining its original terracotta tiles, wooden beams and open fireplace and ancient stone sink.One bedroom with double doors to the gardens beyond can be configured as a double or twin and the second room can be either a double, twin or triple. Both bedrooms have modernised ensuites with rain showers and WC with decorative tiles. The open plan lounge and kitchenette with direct access to the gardens make for cosy living.
Pine House
1 bedroom • 3 guests • 1 bathroom + separate WC
Pine House is entirely self contained and features a spacious open-plan bedroom and lounge suite. With double doors to the gardens and its own south facing terrace, it can be arranged as twin, double or triple. It has a wonderful wet room, rain shower and separate WC.
Quince House
3 ensuite bedrooms • 6 guests • bathroom
The largest house, Quince has an open plan lounge with plenty of big sofas around the working fireplace. Quince has three ensuite bedrooms, one double, one twin/double suitable for people with disabilities and a further twin/double. The lounge has high beamed ceilings, (think more loft style than quaint cottage) and French doors leading onto a wraparound south facing terrace, and gardens facing the smaller swimming pool with stunning views beyond. The large communal dining table is in the open plan lounge and easily accessed from the professional kitchen or the terrace.
Frequently Asked Questions
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There is very good wifi in all the houses and across many areas of the site (some people say it's better than their connection at home!)
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Yes, there is a washing machine for you, and an iron and ironing board.
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Yes there are hairdryers in every house.
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No, not at all. The very first retreat held at Amassa was for a group of artists. They like to host a wide variety of events including wellbeing and creative and makers retreats, residencies and workshops, gatherings and weddings.
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Yes, no problem. Amassa will help you organize your retreat however you would like it, and liaise with local providers with whom they have good relationships and who can often offer you discounts.
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The team at Amassa love to support new ideas and people wanting to host their first retreat or a new type of retreat. They will share their top tips and work with you to create your bespoke retreat aligned with your vision and intentions.
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Amassa will provide everyone with a shower towel and pool wrap for their use whilst on site. They have their own Amassa hand soap and shower gel and advise you to bring your own hair shampoo and conditioner.
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The Amassa chefs will enquire about special dietary requirements prior to arrival, and will make adjustments as required. If there are any special requirements that they are unable to cater for any reason, they will let you know.
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There are inbuilt speakers in the studios which will connect with your phone by bluetooth or with a jack to your laptop.
Location
Mauroux 32380, France
Fly to Toulouse Blagnac, the nearest International airport. The team at Amassa can help arrange group transfers by taxi from Toulouse Blagnac airport / Toulouse Matabiau to and from Amassa. Toulouse Blagnac International Airport is 1 hour by car, and the Toulouse Matabiau Station is 1 hour and 15 minutes by car.
Host Your Next Retreat at Amassa
Contact Amassa directly for more information about pricing and availability:
📞 : +33 788 88 48 80 / + 44 7970 414023