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Time to Create,

Surrounded by Inspiration

Upcoming Retreats

Writing Commercial Romance That Sells with Nikki Moore (Ella Allbright / Bella Brightside)

A retreat for writers ready to turn love stories into publishable novels.

Join multi-published, award-nominated romance author Nikki Moore (you may know her as Ella Allbright or Bella Brightside) for an immersive, energising retreat designed for writers who are serious about crafting compelling, market-ready romantic fiction.

Welcome to our magical forest

Nestled within a 38-hectare private forest in the foothills of the Pyrenees, our small writing retreat welcomes just five guests at a time for a few unhurried days of reflection, creativity and connection. At a gentle 500 metres above sea level, the air is clear and calm, and the landscape rolls softly — no mountain climbing required, but with staggering vistas to inspire you. Our gentle hills are suitable for all fitness levels, and any walk can be as short as a few metres or as adventurous as you wish.

You’ll stay in our rustic, traditional farmhouse, or a cosy cabin — we have budget friendly twin room options, and private single rooms — each room has a desk, power, comfortable beds and facilities for making tea and coffee. Showers and toilets are shared, just a few steps from your bed.

Meals are all lovingly prepared at home and enjoyed together as a picnic in the forest, or set overlooking the hills, using produce from our forest garden and nearby farms. Expect freshly baked bread, seasonal dishes, and plenty of sweet treats straight from the oven - you'll always have a snack on hand all day long. Evenings are relaxed, with cocktails by the pool, local wines, beers and soft drinks included.

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