Join a creative escape at Château de Pourpry, where art, nature and calm come together. Located near Toulouse, in the peaceful countryside of Southwest France, our residential painting retreats offer time, space and guidance to help you develop your artistic practice.
Each stay combines inspiring surroundings, small group teaching and comfortable on-site accommodation. Whether you are a beginner discovering painting for the first time or an experienced artist looking to deepen your work, you will find a supportive and welcoming atmosphere.
Set in an 8-hectare park of trees and open landscapes, Château de Pourpry offers a rare sense of space and quiet. The light, the changing skies and the natural surroundings create an inspiring environment for observation and creativity.
Here, days unfold slowly. Walks in the park, moments of rest by the water, and the simple presence of nature help clear the mind and sharpen the eye. Far from noise and routine, the château provides the calm focus that artistic practice needs.
Stay at the château
In addition to our painting retreats, Château de Pourpry welcomes guests for peaceful stays in the countryside.
The château offers four characterful bedrooms in harmony with the historic style of the house, including one spacious room with high ceilings and wide views over the park and distant horizon. The other rooms are bright and comfortable, each with its own bathroom and individual atmosphere.
In the outbuilding facing the château, two self-contained apartments with equipped kitchens provide greater independence, with direct access to the garden.
Whether you come to paint, to rest, to write or simply to slow down, the setting invites quiet and reflection.
Life at Château de Pourpry is also shaped by time spent around the table.
Each morning begins with a generous continental breakfast, often featuring homemade breads, jams and pastries.
At lunchtime, guests can prepare a light meal in the summer kitchen by the pool-house — perfect for salads, simple dishes or an outdoor barbecue.
In the evening, and by prior arrangement, Béatrice may prepare a simple and delicious home-style dinner, thoughtfully adapted to dietary preferences, including vegetarian and vegan options.
These shared meals are more than practical moments — they are part of the friendly and relaxed atmosphere that makes a stay here special.
A place that respects its environment
At Château de Pourpry, care for the environment is part of daily life. The restoration of the château and the management of the grounds aim to preserve biodiversity, reduce energy use and respect the natural balance of the land.
The park is a refuge for local wildlife, and the surrounding landscapes remain largely untouched, offering guests a genuine experience of quiet countryside.
This commitment is not about labels alone, but about maintaining a place where nature, people and creativity can coexist in a thoughtful and sustainable way.
Come experience Château de Pourpry
Whether you join a painting retreat or simply come to rest, Château de Pourpry welcomes you to a peaceful natural setting designed for creativity, quiet and meaningful human connection.
