Escape to the Tarn,
Occitanie, South of France
Where Luxury Meets Authentic French Living
You've mastered the art of success, but when did you last master the art of simply being? In the gentle hills of the Tarn, where medieval villages crown limestone cliffs and ancient vineyards whisper stories of unhurried seasons, your transformation begins the moment you arrive.
Les Manibelles isn't merely accommodation, it's your sanctuary for rediscovery. Here in our lovingly restored 18th-century manor house, surrounded by centuries of serenity, stressed professionals become renewed souls. The constant connectivity dissolves and the endless emails fade. What remains is you, authentic and unhurried, exactly as you were meant to be.
Transforming moments into unforgettable memories.
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Five Unique Rooms, Each a Story Unto Itself
In our carefully restored 18th-century manor, every room tells a story of authentic French heritage blended with contemporary luxury. From the Cordes room where exposed oak beams have witnessed centuries of stories, to the Puycelsi room where a magnificent freestanding bathtub becomes your daily ritual of renewal, each space has been designed not just for comfort, but for transformation.
This is luxury redefined, not in thread counts or marble surfaces, but in the perfect preservation of authentic beauty.
Accommodation becomes transformation when every detail serves your soul.
Cordes (€200/night inc breakfast) - Where centuries meet serenity beneath historic beams.
Vaour (€225/night inc breakfast) - Intimate elegance with an ornate marble decorative fireplace.
Penne (€200/night inc breakfast) - Flexible luxury that adapts to your journey.
Puycelsi (€275/night inc breakfast) - Where bathing becomes art in our signature suite.
St-Antonin(€225/night inc breakfast) - Elegent en-suite luxury with authentic features.
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Note: introductory pricing for our inaugural season.
Your Curated Experiences
While others offer activities, we curate moments that linger long after you've returned home.
Cultural Immersion:
Journey through medieval villages where time stands still, guided by someone who knows not just their history, but their heartbeat.
Culinary Discovery:
Savor the region's finest wines alongside fresh farm-to-table fare, where morning's harvest becomes evening's feast.
Artisan Encounters:
Create something beautiful with your own hands in workshops where techniques pass from generation to generation.
Active Adventures:
Whether cycling ancient valleys or kayaking gentle rivers, discover hidden France at your perfect pace—where every bend reveals another secret.
Each experience flows naturally into your rhythm at Les Manibelles, where mornings might unfold with gentle adventures and afternoons dissolve into poolside tranquility. This is how transformation happens—not through exhausting schedules, but through meaningful moments woven seamlessly into serene luxury.
We don't plan your vacation. We design an unforgettable experence.
Meet Carl & David
With decades of combined expertise in private estate management and luxury hospitality, we're your guides to Southern France's hidden treasures. Since falling in love with the Tarn in 2019 and making it our home in 2024, we've built deep relationships with local artisans, vintners, and cultural guardians who've become our extended family.
We've opened Les Manibelles not as a business, but as our life's work, sharing the transformative power of this extraordinary place with those who need it most.
We're not running a retreat.
We're sharing our greatest love & discovery.
Your Transformation Begins With A Yes
Ready to rediscover what you've been missing? Your journey to renewal doesn't require complex planning or stressful coordination. Simply reach out to Carl and David, and let them begin crafting your bespoke Southern France story.
Or mention your interests when booking your room, and we'll begin designing your transformative experience immediately.
At Les Manibelles, ordinary moments become unforgettable memories.
