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Calendar and Events 2010


In 2010, Mille Etoiles is open from 1st May until 30th September. 

Spring and Autumn Seasons
There is a minimum stay of three nights and we have an additional programme of special events and workshops. 

Summer Open Season
From the 26th June short-stays are not available. Yurts are available for individual and family holidays for the following weekly slots only (Saturday to Saturday). 
Arrive   Depart
Saturday 26th June   Saturday 3rd July
Saturday 3rd July   Saturday 10th  July
Saturday 10th July   Saturday17th July
Saturday 17th July   Saturday 24th July
Saturday 24th July   Saturday 31st July
Saturday 31st July   Saturday 7th August
Saturday 7th August   Saturday 14th August
Saturday 14thAugust   Saturday 21st August
Saturday 21st August   Saturday 28th August
Saturday 28th August   Saturday 4th September

Events and Workshops

Well-Being Day (Mid-Week)
Throughout May and June

Beautiful spring-time in the forest, we are offering an unforgettable, relaxing and spiritual experience: Starting with an early morning meditative walk down into the gorge, the day unwinds with a yoga session, vegetarian lunch and a Thai-Chi session in the afternoon. Massage and Reflexology available as extra option.
350€ (for two people including two nights in a yurt, all meals and lessons).
Click here to make a booking, please mention that you are enquiring about the Well-Being day.

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Spring weekend 'ACTION' Special
1st May - 26th June - weekends only

Three nights in our yurts and a two day canoe trip through the gorge.
Canoeing is the best way to experience the gorge. Start your canoe trip after a good night sleep and stop half way, in the heart of the Gorge, and walk up to the campsite for some hard earned rest and a good ol' BBQ. On your last day continue your adventure, finish the Gorge and relax for one final night under the stars. Includes canoe hire, breakfast and BBQ .
350 € for two people, 480 € for a family of four

Click here to make a booking, please mention that you are enquiring about the canoe special.

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Music Technology Workshop
12th - 19th June

Calling all musicians! If you, like me, have often dreamt of thanking thousands of fans, after hearing them sing along to your musical creations, then why not start now and learn, improve or fine tune yourmusic production skills at Mille Etoiles.

June sees industry professionals host music production courses here. Write, program and play your tunes at Mille Etoiles. The stars are your limit!

For more info: http://www.musicinfrance.com/ or email info@canvaschic.com 

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Cooking Course at Mille Etoiles with Edwin Severijn
22nd - 28th June

Edwin Severijn is the former chef and owner of Sot-l'y-Laisse, a very successful and renowned restaurant in Utrecht, Holland. He is now a freelance cook for events such as the Dutch design Week in Eindhoven.

Edwin will prepare a welcome dinner for you on the 22nd and then you will embark on a cooking feast for the following few days. Visit the local markets for ingredients and prepare Lunch and Dinner together with Edwin in the wonderful surroundings of the Ardeche Nature Reserve.

Discover the stunning River Gorge, 300 meters deep at points, and indulge your sense of adventure buy sleeping out under the stars in our yurts.
The course also has one excursion day. Previous trips have included a visit to local Wine estates and a brilliant afternoon out at a wild boar farm in the Ardeche. Details to be announced. Also planned is an afternoon 'wild food' collecting with a local specialist, picking herbs and edible plants and using them to prepare the evening feast.
 

The event is organised in partnership with Jan Willem Schipper who owns Souffle de Vent, stunning apartments in the Medieval Heart of Barjac, 12 Km from here. Accommodation is either at Mille Etoiles or Souffle de Vent.

The course is in English or Dutch  This will be a truly wonderful experience for foodies and nature lovers alike. Cook, relax and get to know the wonders of the Ardeche in a week of good living! For more information: info@canvaschic.com or 

http://www.souffledevent.com/website-english/courses/cooking_course.htm

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