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Spending 4 nights at 'Les Tilleuls' in mid October was one of the best things I have ever done. From the stress and strains of City life, I hopped on the train at Waterloo, had lunch in Paris and was warmly welcomed by Melanie and Lottie on arrival at Gourdon. 'Les Tilleuls' is a magical, peaceful place which is comfortable to relax in, whether indoors or under the Linden tree or by the pool. The pilates studio is a delight and, with the outdoor pool and local walks, offers the gentlest and healthiest of exercise. All this is accompanied by Melanie's warm and relaxed hospitality and company. I am already spreading the word about this gem in the Dordogne/Lot and planning my next peaceful getaway.....

Jocelyn, Switzerland

It doesn´t get much better than this! Thank you so much.

Dominic, Sussex

It’s Melanie’s style as hostess that really makes this Pilates-lovers’ luxury house-share work. Pilates en France delivers exactly what the website promises.”

Claire, Oxfordshire

Fabulous! What a gem of a retreat – excellent Pilates, wonderful food and surroundings...

Melissa, Durham

It's been fantastic again. Lovely to be on a girlie trip this time. You are good for the soul! See you again (for the third time!) in September.

Wendy, Sussex

I have had such a great break. This has been everything I wanted and expected - and more. The Pilates was excellent and challenging, the food and wine gorgeous and plentiful and Melanie is a perfect host. Heaven!

Jane, London E

A wonderful holiday - beautiful house and location, charming hostess and delightful company. And the Pilates was fantastic! I'm going home a different person. Thank you so much. I'll be back next year.

Jo, London N

I've had a wonderful few days in what is undoubtedly a very special place. Beautiful house, stunning location, brilliant Pilates and the warmest of welcomes. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

Pat, London NW

Thank you so much for an inspiring holiday in so many ways. I would love to come back again.

Natasha, Belgium

Pilates-en-France is a completely different holiday concept, the sort I predict to be the future for vacationing professionals seeking rest and relaxation, and physical and spiritual nourishment. I spend almost as many nights in luxury hotel rooms in my working life than in my home and rarely have the time to prepare or enjoy home comforts. Luxury hotels hold decreasing appeal as places for me to recharge my batteries. At Les Tilleuls, Melanie offers home from home; from the welcome hug and help unloading your hire car, to the constant supply of France's highest quality culinary delights, informal family-style chats around the kitchen table, daily Pilates sessions (not compulsory but they add some daily structure for those reluctant to let that go, and come highly recommended from this novice!), to the feeling at the end when you know you're probably going to come back again. The all-inclusive arrangement (including an open fridge and wine rack policy) means that not one Euro is needed during the whole stay. Well you wouldn't expect to settle up at home would you?

Les Tilleuls is in the middle of nowhere nestled between working farms and walnut groves with fantastic views across what seems like hidden France, despite being so closely located to some of the Dordogne's famous towns and tourist areas. As I rested by the pool with fois gras and baguette in one hand and a glass of the delicious 'house' white in the other, I imagined how good the terrain would be for mountain-biking, horse-riding and hiking - with no intention of doing any of them. It is Melanie's style as hostess which really makes this Pilates-lovers' luxury house-share work. Pilates-en-France delivers exactly what Melanie's website promises.

Claire, Oxfordshire

A fantastic discovery - a beautiful place to stay and relax - and Melanie is an excellent teacher. Thank you!

Gillian, London W

Here we are again! Superb scenery, hospitality, fun, food and drink - and that is all without the wonderful Pilates sessions. Thanks so much. See you next year.

Monica and Pauline, London and Yorkshire

I've fallen in love with the house, the dog, the local people, the food, the wine and the studio. I'm not sure there is anywhere more beautiful to do Pilates than here - and then it snowed and the sun came out..........dreams are made of this. I shall go back to my own Pilates practice renewed and revitalised.

Carolyn, Germany