How We Pick: Inside the Charm of La Maison Pomme
- stephanie557
- Aug 15
- 3 min read
When you join a Maison d’Amies retreat, you’re stepping into a world that’s been carefully crafted just for you. Every home, every meal, every shared moment is the result of months (sometimes years) of searching, visiting, tasting, meeting, and dreaming. We don’t just pick a pretty place and call it a day.
We look for spaces with soul. Hosts who care as deeply about connection as we do. Stories woven into the walls, the gardens, and even the dinner table. And whenever possible, we choose women-led businesses, because we believe in supporting the same kind of passion and purpose that fuels our own.
Today, we’re pulling back the curtain and showing you a little of what goes into our planning. First up: La Maison Pomme in the rolling green heart of Normandy, a home that stole our hearts the moment we walked through its apple orchard gates.
The Heart of Normandy
When we choose a retreat home, we’re not just looking for a pretty place to sleep, we’re searching for a setting that feels like it belongs in a storybook. We want our guests to wake up surrounded by beauty, charm, and a sense of place that’s unmistakably French.
That’s why so many of our homes are nestled in towns honored on the Les Plus Beaux Villages de France list, a distinction given to the most picturesque, historically rich villages in the country.
Our May 2026 home in Normandy is no exception.
Imagine cobblestone lanes lined with half-timbered houses, bursts of geraniums spilling from window boxes, and a village square where locals greet you with a smile. These are the places where you can wander to the bakery in the morning, linger over cider tastings in the afternoon, and feel truly at home by evening.
We believe that where you stay is just as important as what you see. It’s the backdrop for quiet conversations over coffee, the setting for laughter after a day of exploring, and the space where retreat magic happens.
Meet Nathalie: The Heart Behind La Maison Pomme
When we say we choose homes with heart, we mean it, and often that heart belongs to the owner. Nathalie, the visionary behind La Maison Pomme, is a warm, welcoming host whose love for Normandy radiates through every detail of her property. A proud steward of her village’s heritage, she has transformed a centuries-old home into a cozy, stylish retreat while preserving its original soul.
Her deep roots in the community mean she knows the best fromageries, the hidden garden paths, and the cideries producing the finest apple blends. Nathalie’s passion isn’t just about offering a place to stay, it’s about sharing Normandy’s culture, flavors, and rhythms with her guests. Supporting women-owned businesses like hers is part of how we ensure every retreat not only delights our travelers, but also uplifts the communities we visit.
Why This Matters for Your Retreat
Choosing properties like La Maison Pomme means you’ll feel connected to the place you’re visiting, not just physically there. You’ll eat local, shop local, and experience the slow magic that happens when travel isn’t rushed. For us, that’s the soul of every Maison d’Amies retreat.
Join us in May 2026 for our Normandy Beyond the Beaches retreat and see it for yourself. Only 8 spots remain and one of them might have your name on it.
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