The best company retreat venues in France

Looking for the best company retreat venues in France? They’re all here.

At Basejam we’ve built the go-to platform for finding company retreat, leadership retreat, and team offsite venues.

All of our venues are selected to cater to the needs of a team, and we only list the most aesthetic venues. It's free to message all venues on our platform.

This is our pick of the 4 very best company retreat venues in France ⬇️

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Luxury, fairytale chateau set in 2,500 acres of forests near Cognac

5-star 13th-century chateau hotel in the Cognac region, nestled within 2,500 acres of lush forests, lakes, and hills 🏰 With a locally sourced restaurant, a wellness centre, a Limousin cow farm and an organic vegetable garden, this venue allows nature to refocus you and your team.

Cognac, France
Up to 46 people
29 bedrooms
from  €550  / room / night
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Luxury, design-led château with swimming pool surrounded by the vineyards of Sancerre

Located in the heart of the world-famous Sancerre wine region, this beautiful château is a magical setting for team connection 🏰 Escape from city life with 8-acres of woodland to explore, a saltwater swimming pool, and stunning mid-century interiors.

Sancerre, France
Up to 24 people
24 bedrooms
from  €4,000  / night, exclusive hire
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French château in the Dordogne surrounded by rolling meadows and enchanting woodlands

This magical château has over 800 years of history, nestled within over 1400 acres of idyllic nature in the Dordogne. Enjoy the venue's beautiful, well-tended gardens with a pool that boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside 🌳

Dordogne, France
Up to 23 people
21 bedrooms
from  €3,200  / night, exclusive hire
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Converted millhouse and nature oasis in the Ardèche

Large country house in Ardèche, hidden in the Eyrieux valley on the banks of the Auzène river. Built in the 16th century, the house was originally a silk milling workshop powered by the river which runs alongside the property.

Ardèche, France
Up to 11 people
9 bedrooms
from  €1,200  / night, exclusive hire

What is a company retreat?

A company retreat is an event where individual teams or an entire company gather with a focus on getting to know each other, forming new friendships, and breaking the daily routine. Sometimes there will be workshops and presentations, sometimes there won’t.

Company retreats are the perfect antidote to team issues such as poor communication, quiet-quitting and silo working.

At Basejam, we believe nature is the perfect setting for a company retreat. It gets people out of their comfort zone, and interrupts the same mental loops that can appear when working from home or at an office.

All of our venues are selected for company retreats, and we only list the best. We don’t list boring hotels.

How to choose a company retreat venue – what to look for

Location, location, location

The location you choose impacts everything from weather to activities to cost, so it’s a big one to consider.

Begin by thinking carefully about your goals for the retreat - does your team need a total refresh in the countryside, a big dose of vitamin D, or to get their heads down without distractions? Writing a list of concrete aims can help narrow down your options for the ideal retreat location.

On a practical note, make sure the location is convenient for all attendees - especially if you follow a hybrid working setup and your team is dispersed across different regions. An accessible location not too far from major cities or transportation hubs will make it easier for everyone to attend, and set the retreat off on the right foot.

Facilities

There are a few retreat-specific facilities that are essential to have when holding a successful company retreat. Ultimately you should look for venues that enable, rather than prohibit, the setup for your activities.

Some obvious examples of key facilities are breakout rooms, strong WiFi, event spaces and comfortable private bedrooms, but can also include things like coworking spaces, vegan catering options, presenting screens, and many more.

Budget

When it comes to company retreats, less can often be more. Here at Basejam, we reckon connection to nature should be at the top of your priorities list. As luck will have it, the benefits of the outdoors are completely free.

Basejam offers a curated selection of affordable company retreat venues without sacrificing quality or experience. You can explore venues that offer competitive pricing and unique facilities, ensuring you stay within your budget without compromising on the overall experience.

Need more help choosing a venue? See our full guide to choosing a company retreat venue.

Carlotta Goodwin-Thorpe
Executive Assistant, Fable and Mane
“Within a week, we went from 'we’re not sure if this retreat is going to happen' to 'we’ve found the perfect venue!'. If we hadn’t used Basejam I’m not sure if we’d have pulled it all together in time. I would recommend you guys 1000 times.”

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