Providence is just 6 kms north of Pamiers, approximately 1 hr. drive from the cities of Toulouse and Carcassonne whilst Andorra and the Mediterranean are only 1 1/2 hrs. away. There are many things to do and see in this rich cultural, historical and spiritual region of France.

We receive guests from all over the world for individual stays, group courses and self catering accommodation. Providence, in the heart of Cathar country, is only 2 kms from the village of Bonnac, from "bon aqua" meaning "good water" which was renowned for its "spring of rejuvenation".

François and Julie Gerland each have over 25 years experience in the field of personal development. A trained hypnotherapist, François currently works as an airline captain. Julie, English from Hong Kong, specialises in the mind/body connection as a hypnotherapist and hypnobirther and she is currently training in natural nutrition. Christina Frewen, who is German and has lived in New Zealand, is a trained physiotherapist, infant massage instructor and reflexologist. She has been involved in personal development for the last 16 years.

Your stay
Together we combine our passions for life, well-being and nature with a wealth of diverse experience to make your stay here happy, healthy and enriching. So whether you need a quiet spot to rest and restore, a programme to stimulate, explore, walk or simply BE... we'll leave you alone or help you make up a programme to suit your needs. We offer bright, colourful accommodation for up to 8 guests as well as healthy, tasty vegetarian or vegan cuisine. We can organise a selection of natural therapies. We ask that you stay with us for a minimum of two nights.

Providence is a non-smoking domain and we regret that we are unable to accommodate your pets as we have our own cats and dogs.

Please note: Due to its modern low-chlorine technology, our swimming pool doesn't meet the French administrative standards for public use; please contact us for more information.

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