Upholstery Skills Retreat 2025

Saumur France

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Mandy Murphy
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May 17 - 22, 2025
Group size: 1 - 4
Upholstery Skills Retreat 2025
Saumur France

Mandy Murphy
  • Email address verified
1 review

May 17 - 22, 2025
Group size: 1 - 4

About this trip

Step into a world of creativity, craftsmanship, and charm with this exclusive 5-day Upholstery Skills retreat in Saumur, Loire Valley. Guided by our expert traditional upholstery Jacqui Jackson, you'll refine your skills while restoring cherished pieces like a chair or and bench. Immerse yourself in our tranquil oasis in the middle of the city of Saumur, and connect with others who share your passion for vintage furniture.


This retreat offers more than hands-on learning. Imagine savouring a leisurely lunch at a beautifully set table, where laughter and conversation flow as freely as the local sparkling wine. Whether you're unwinding in your elegantly appointed room or exploring the vibrant Chinon Brocante market with us, every moment will leave a lasting impression.

What’s included

  • Ensuite accommodation
    Your own room and ensuite shower room
  • Cremant on arrival
    Welcome drink on arrival at the house
  • Welcome 4 course meal
    Get to know one another and relax at the house on your first night
  • Breakfast and Lunch
    Healthy meals using local produce
  • Basic supplies
    Basic upholstery supplies for your project
  • Transport to Brocante
    travel to and from Chinon Brocante market on Sunday
  • Personal Folder
    A personal folder with illustrated guides to traditional upholstery techniques
  • Sparkling wine & snacks
    at 5.30pm a daily offering of sparkling wine and snacks available after a hard days work in the workshop
  • Half day leisure
    Half day for wine tasting or shopping or sight seeing

What’s not included

  • Travel to Saumur
    Flights, train or car travel is not included. Please make own arrangements to arrive in Saumur. See more info here: https://www.lamaisontrumeau.com/en/1878739/map
  • Evening meals
    To give choice and flexibility after spending the day together. A restaurant guide is available and use of the kitchen as you desire
  • Fabric
    Please bring your own fabric or you can purchase fabric from a stock available with Mandy and Jacqui. Or purchase some vintage fabric at the Chinon Market

Available Packages

Upholstery Skills Retreat 2025
Deposit:£250
Available until April 17, 20254 left
£1,715
Deposit:£250

Itinerary

Day 1
Saturday - arrival

Arrival around 4-5pm

Welcome drinks on arrival

4 course meal and getting to know the group

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Mandy Murphy
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Reviews

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This retreat was perfect! Our teacher was knowledgeable and patient. We all had different projects and she moved from one to another giving help where needed. Mandy, our hostess served us delicious breakfast and lunch each day on a beautifully set table. My room made me feel like a princess! Although the entire house is gorgeous you can feel that it is a home, and you are welcome there. I would do this retreat again in a heartbeat!
By Marvell E for Upholstery Skills Retreat on May 26, 2024