“Maison ila is place of nurturing and nourishment, where the mind and body rest naturally and where life force/shakti is strengthened and renewed. It is a place of visions, dreams, forgiveness, expansion. The air is energising, the earth undisturbed, the people kind. To be here is to rediscover open skies, the sun, the soft spirit of an ancient land. Nature is unreservedly herself and happy. When we tap into this energy we start to feel better. That’s healing”
DENISE LEICESTER
Welcome to Maison ilā, a house of healing nestled in the light, warmth and tranquillity of the Pyrenees
Situated in the Aude region of France, just a stone’s throw from the historic cities of Carcassonne and Toulouse. This once-hidden haven has been lovingly reinvented as a joyous, bespoke wellbeing retreat- four intimate suites designed for physical, emotional and spiritual recovery. Here, every detail is tailored to you: from deeply restorative Matri Healing Retreat programmes to nourishing, cleansing cuisine and soothing herbal infusions.
Here you can choose between two signature retreat experiences
Our Bien-Être Programmes, which draw on European spa traditions of thermal baths, aromatic bodywork and mindful movement, and our Matri Healing Retreats, which harness advanced energy-medicine modalities - laser acupuncture, light and sound frequencies, bio-electric stimulation and plant-intelligence ceremonies.
Whichever path you select, every aspect of your stay - from bespoke therapies and cleansing cuisine to evening rituals, digital switch-offs, yoga and meditation - is entirely tailored to your unique needs, guiding you towards deep relaxation, restoration and rediscovery.
Upon arrival, you’ll complete a comprehensive consultation that informs your personalised retreat itinerary.
Whether your goals are detoxification, stress relief, emotional release or energetic realignment, we layer together therapies - laser acupuncture, sound healing, sacred touch, CBD rituals - alongside evening ceremonies, digital switch-offs, daily meditation and restorative yoga. Wild water bathing in nearby thermal springs, Nordic forest walks and intuitive movement sessions connect you to the pure mountain air and the subtle rhythms of nature.
Founded by Denise Leicester
- the creative force behind the global spa and skincare brand ila and a qualified nurse, yoga teacher, sound healer, holistic bodyworker and spiritual philosopher. Maison ilā embodies her holistic vision.
With an innocent, old-fashioned charm, this laid-back hideaway invites you to rediscover joy, balance and vitality. Peace of mind is our promise please see our Protection Policies or contact us for any reassurances. In the meantime, let us share a secret with you: at Maison ilā, good things happen naturally, and you’ll leave not only restored, but ready to rediscover our world.
Sun-drenched by day and candlelit by night, Maison ilā offers four private sanctuaries for your retreat
Three one-bedroom apartments and a spacious two-bedroom cottage - opening onto a secluded garden oasis with a warm hot tub. Inside, you’ll find crisp Egyptian cotton linens, hand-blended tisanes, daily housekeeping and complimentary Wi-Fi (unless you choose to unplug), plus bathrooms stocked with organic ilā hand-washes, Himalayan salts and sacred oils.
With its old-fashioned charm and thoughtful details, this laid-back hideaway invites you to rediscover balance, joy and vitality beneath the Pyrenean skies.
