Happy International women’s day! Did you know that at our historic Chateau, each of our 19 luxurious suites is named after one of France's most inspiring women - all of whom have made a significant impact on French culture in their own unique way? French women...
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The Benefits of Company Retreats: Why Your Company Should Plan One
photo created by rawpixel.com - www.freepik.com The business world is on an evolutionary path and one that has accelerated, it seems, post-pandemic. With ever-growing numbers of remote and hybrid workers and transformations in the traditional workspace environment,...
Big Plans for the New Year
Photo by Myriams Fotos Sustainable, Creative and Pet-Friendly Tourism at Wyndham Halcyon Retreat Golf and Spa Resort As we enter a new year, it's an exciting time for us to think about the future of our retreat and its place in the hospitality industry. Here at the...
A Very French Christmas
France, especially its countryside, is beautiful at any time of year, and at Christmas, it comes alive as a glittering festive wonderland. Our little villages are somehow even more picturesque, with their narrow alleyways and cobbled squares illuminated by twinkling...
5 Must-See Gardens in the Limousin Region of France
The Limousin region of France is a veritable Eden for garden enthusiasts, with its distinct seasons of warm summers, crisp winters, golden autumns and effervescent springtimes. As each new season unfolds, it brings with it a symphony of new hues, fragrances, and...
Escape the Light Pollution and Gaze at the Stars at the Wyndham Halcyon Retreat
Image credit flickr.com falcon_33 Greetings from the Wyndham Halcyon Retreat as we ring in the new year! As we marvelled at the dazzling display of fireworks that lit up the night skies across the world to celebrate new year's eve, we couldn't help but think of one of...
Experience the Magic of Christmas in Limoges, France – Local Markets, Chateaus, and Festive Events
After enjoying cosying up with a sumptuous Chocolat Chaud and admiring the beautiful winter scenery that engulfs the Chateau and grounds, it’s time to feel into the festivities and what better way than to wrap up warm and explore some of the many fantastic Holiday...
Winter Adventure with Huskin’ Creuse
Your chance to drive your own dog team through the stunning scenery of central France Winter is fast approaching, so we thought it an excellent opportunity to tell you all about one of the unique activities in the Limousin that comes into its own, especially at this...
Autumn 2021 Special offer
The Wyndham Halcyon Retreat Golf & Spa Resort in Limoges France is happy to announce that a developer finance offer is now available to purchase your very own holiday home in France. Customers only need to pay a one time deposit based on the value of the property...
ING advises savers to look for another bank
Is investing not right for you? Do you not have another destination for your savings yet? Then you can consider transferring some of your savings to another bank. They sometimes give more interest than ING. You wouldn't expect it, but the above message is on the ING...
Holiday home buyers still hot for Europe – despite Brexit
A recent survey from legal firm Spanish Legal Reclaims has revealed that Brexit – even in its current ‘question mark’ form – is not putting buyers off buying a holiday home in leading European countries. Countries like France, Spain and Italy - always been popular...
Overseas Property and Brexit: The Big What If?
Halcyon are frequently asked ‘The Big What If?’. For this reason, we have commissioned an article compiling the hard data provided by government bodies, banks and think-tanks to help you best understand what is likely to happen. The problem with Brexit is that...
Easy ways to incorporate Health and Fitness into your Holiday
Image by Melk Hagelslag from Pixabay Taking time off for a holiday benefits us in so many ways. It gives us a chance to reconnect with ourselves and our loved ones, helping to improve our mental health by lowering stress levels and allowing us time to unwind. A bonus...
Creating a Fabulous Family Holiday with Teenagers
Photo by Ron Lach The summer holidays are well underway, and you might be looking for fun ways to keep the entire family entertained, including your teenagers. We know everyone's idea of fun on holiday is different, and we also know that the art of pleasing teens is...
A Land of Lakes and Castles
Limousin is famous for being "The Land of 1000 Lakes", but did you know it is full of grand, historic châteaux too? The definition of 'Château' has changed throughout history, but nowadays, it covers anything from stately homes and military fortifications to the...
Hidden Gems – Charming French Villages
Feel inspired to visit some of the most beautiful villages in the surrounding region and soak up the splendour that is traditional rural France. The Wyndham Halcyon Retreat Golf and Spa Resort sits within the department of beautiful Creuse, at the most north-easterly...