JOIN US FOR THE SECOND EDITION OF WRITER'S HAVEN
👉 Is the idea of writing a book always in the back of your mind?
👉 Struggling to finish a website copy or digital course?
👉 Are distractions keeping you from getting in the flow?
👉 Want to beat writer’s block in an inspiring new location?
👉 Need the push to finally finish that writing project?
👉 Feeling lonely on your writer’s journey?
👉 Having a hard time prioritising writing on top of your remote work or business?
👉 Challenging yourself for NaNoWriMo?
✅ Then, there’s only one place for you!
Writer’s Haven: Where words flow and stories come to life 🏰✍️
Your writing dreams deserve a magical setting. At Château Coliving, we’ve created a special month where writers unite, stories unfold, and creativity thrives within the walls of our 12th-century French castle.
This experience is designed for both professional and aspiring writers. You don’t need to be published or write full-time to join. Your main job or business doesn’t have to involve writing either — in fact, we expect everyone to have their own work commitments during the week, and we’ll co-create the schedule around that.
A DAY IN THE LIFE - WRITER'S HAVEN COLIVING
🏰 Imagine waking up well-rested in your beautiful castle room, the morning light dancing across your notebook from yesterday’s late-night inspiration session. Through your window, the misty marshes of Normandy set the perfect mood for your next chapter.
☕️ Following the centuries-old spiral staircase in your comfy clothes, you join other writers in the shared kitchen. The morning conversations flow naturally – a poet sharing their latest inspiration, a novelist discussing character development, and a copywriter sketching ideas for their next campaign.
✍️ The morning unfolds into focused creation time. You gather with your writing group for the day’s first creative session. You share your writing goals with your accountability partner and dive into your work. Something about these castle walls makes writer’s block melt away.
🥐 When it’s time for a break, some colivers gather in the shared kitchen, unpacking treasures from the local farmer’s market – fresh cheeses, crusty baguettes, and seasonal fruits. The casual conversations over lunch often turn into impromptu brainstorming sessions. A stroll through the park follows, where the crisp air and castle grounds bring new perspectives.
⚡️ The afternoon power hour brings everyone together in quiet solidarity – phones off, creative energy high. The only sounds are the gentle tapping of keyboards, the scratching of pens, and the occasional crackle from the fireplace.
🎯 As day transforms into evening, you might retreat to your room for solitary editing or join others in the castle’s living room, where impromptu discussions spark new ideas around a glass of wine and travel stories.
⭐️ The stars shine brighter in the French countryside, and as you settle into your comfortable bed, notebook close by for midnight inspirations, you’re already excited about tomorrow’s chapter in your Writer’s Haven story.
WHY WRITER'S HAVEN IS PERFECT FOR YOU
1️⃣ Supportive community of 10-15 writers from diverse backgrounds and genres
2️⃣ Facilitated sessions and guidance to support your goals
3️⃣ Distraction-free environment with fast internet, cosy nooks and comfortable workspaces
4️⃣ Incredible surroundings that spark creativity and imagination
5️⃣ Perfect balance of focused writing time and social connections
If you’ve spent time in an independent rural coliving, you’ll already know why a writing month just makes sense. Yet to experience the magic of coliving? You’re in for an incredible time. Check out some of our Google Reviews.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING WRITER'S HAVEN
📝 Daily sessions focused on writing and publishing strategies, creative flow, and building momentum
🗣️ Collaborative learning opportunities with fellow writers, masterminds and skillshares
🍁 Cozy life and evenings by the fireplace with like-minded creatives
🎒 Weekend explorations of beautiful Normandy and community events led by you
🗓️ Flexible schedule that adapts to your writing and work rhythm
👯♀️ Optional accountability partnerships for extra motivation
🏡 The usual coliving perks and activities
💌 Memories for a lifetime
And what was an invaluable thing, according to last year’s participants? The chance to connect with fellow writers — to feel seen and understood by other creatives who share your challenges. ✨ You have so much to learn from each other!
THE TEAM
Writer’s haven facilitator – Writing Coach, Editor, Publishing Consultant
Kristen brings over a decade of industry experience to her work as a writing coach, editor, and publishing consultant. After earning a BFA in Creative Writing and an MA in Management in the Creative Economy, she’s worked with over 150 authors across genres and publishing paths, helping them elevate their writing, refine their manuscripts, and chart a publishing strategy that works for them.
Helping writers grow in supportive spaces is at the heart of Kristen’s work. She knows what it feels like to choose a creative path that’s deeply personal, one that’s shaped more by passion than predictability. That’s why she chose to be a writing coach, editor, and publishing consultant, all together: to offer guidance, clarity, and encouragement through every phase of the writing and publishing process so writers can move forward with confidence.
Kristen brings her signature blend of expertise, curiosity, and encouragement to every project and conversation—whether you’re brainstorming your plot, revising your latest draft, or querying agents. She understands no two writing journeys look the same—and when you own your story, it leads you exactly where you need to go.
Host and founder of Chateau Coliving
Katia is a book-lover, enthusiast for foreign languages, an entrepreneur and soon-to-be certified business facilitator.
With extensive corporate experience in marketing and sales and 12 years of entrepreneurial background, Katia’s mission for this Writer’s month will be to ensure participants make the most out of their Chateau experience – both in terms of comfort of their stay, but also in terms of value and takeaways. Katia will also be available to advise on & facilitate any business, branding or marketing related sessions, when needed.
After a successful first edition and still convinced that the Chateau is the perfect environment for writers, Katia’s looking forward to hosting this 2nd chapter. An aspiring writer herself, she is daydreaming of putting together the Chateau history in a book as a retirement project one day!
READY TO JOIN US?
This is your chance to get your best work done, whether you’re:
✅ A writer ready to finally finish that book draft
✅ A content creator working on a digital course
✅ An author seeking to break through writer’s block
✅ A creative soul craving community and connection
✅ A NaNoWriMo participant looking for the perfect setting
✅ Anyone with a writing project needing focused time and inspiration
… ready to write your next chapter in a castle? Join us this autumn in Normandy, where the sound of raindrops, the warmth of the fireplace, and the magic of community await your story.
BOOK
We can’t wait to welcome you to our Château community. Select November 2, 2025, on the calendar below to reserve your spot!
November 2 – 29
When booking you automatically agree to our terms & conditions.
A 50% deposit is required upon reservation and final payment will be charged on the day of arrival. Extras and costs accumulated during the stay will be paid at the end of the experience.
Minimum number of 10 participants is required. If we are not able to reach this minimum 45 days prior to the starting date, the participants who have paid the deposit will be fully refunded or credited for a non-curated stay at Chateau coliving during the same dates in order to avoid loss of transportation tickets.
Questions? Email us at welcome(@)chateaucoliving.com.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE RATE
- gorgeous private Chateau room
- full access to shared lounge areas
- fully equipped shared kitchen
- gym and yoga mats
- all utilities
- fast internet and coworking space
- program facilitation, co-created sessions
- invitation to host a session
- personal feedback session on a challenge of your choice
- weekly traditional French crepes brunch
- bi-weekly grocery trips or pick-ups of online grocery orders
- weekly room cleaning and change of linen
- tea & coffee throughout the day
- community manager and facilitators on site
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RATE
- travel costs to and from the Chateau
- train station transfer (20 Euro pp) or individual car rentals
- costs for restaurants, museums, local visits and transportation to them
- personal groceries (organized grocery trips twice a week)
- laundry / tumble dryer (3 Euro per load)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does co-creation mean?
Co-creation means you will have active involvement in designing how we spend our time during the month. Everyone who joins us will have the opportunity to be a student and a teacher. This is a collaborative experience, and there will be no paid workshops with external consultants. Instead, each participant will have a dedicated time slot during the month to share something useful and inspiring with the group. We welcome you to either teach a workshop session, share a big learning or pivotal experience, or, if talking in front of others is not your thing, you can play for us your favourite movie, TED talk, fragment from an audiobook, or anything else you think is worth sharing. Each participant will be encouraged to lead an inspiration session during the month and contribute to enriching the group with something that resonates with them.
What should I expect during the month?
You can expect an inviting atmosphere with your peers; days will be filled with dedicated time to work, rest, and leisure. Each week there will be collaborative, peer-led sessions such as a writing exercise, show and tell, or skill-sharing.
In addition to that, each participant will have their own dedicated time for a mastermind/feedback session with the group (optional). Share with us any challenge you might be facing in your writer journey, be it on the creative side, branding, commercial, personal, or anything else, and let’s all brainstorm and find solutions and ideas to help you with it. It’s all about collaboration and community!
Socially, there will be a variety of shared meals (Sunday crepes have always been a Chateau favourite) throughout the week and self-catering. Opportunities for short day-time breaks, such as a walk on the Chateau grounds or a coffee chat, are abundant, and weekends will be dedicated for relaxation or exploration around Normandy, depending on the vibe of the group.
Overall, the intention for the month is to immerse yourself in a writing environment all about collaboration and community!
Will people coming solely be writing or can I continue my "9-to-5"?
If writing is not your main job (yet), don’t worry, you won’t be the only one. The Chateau is fully adapted for working remotely and you will be able to go on with your work routines during your stay.
Of course, it would be ideal if you try to take a bit less responsibilities than usually during that month, in order to allow yourself time to join most of the sessions and activities, but keep in mind that none of those are mandatory, so you can fit in what your schedule allows.
While I have to write a lot for my job, I don’t necessarily consider myself a writer, will I fit in with the rest of the group?
You don’t have to be a published or professional writer to join the Writer’s Haven Experience. If writing in any form is part of your job or personal aspirations, we consider you a writer and a perfect fit for this exceptional month. There are no rules when it comes to creativity and we are sure that we can learn a lot from each other and build very meaningful connections!
How many people will there be?
Can I bring my kids ?
At Chateau Coliving we have separate accommodation dedicated to guests with kids – our 17th-century Manor house. The Manor is currently not part of the Writer’s Haven project, but if all the castle rooms get booked, we will consider opening up a few extra rooms and apartments there.
If you would like to come with your child, please read our CHILDREN POLICY and contact us at welcome@chateaucoliving.com, so we can evaluate if we will be able to accommodate your request.
Can I bring a partner ?
Yes, you can. When you select your dates and room type, you can opt for 1 person or 2 people and the booking engine will recalculate the relevant rate.
Once you receive your confirmation, you will get a link to a Questionnaire, where we would like you to indicate whether or not your partner will be taking part of the Writer’s program. If they would, we would ask them to fill the questionnaire separately.
Can I bring my pet ?
At Chateau Coliving we have separate accommodation dedicated to guests with pets – our 17th-century Manor house. The Manor is currently not part of the Writer’s Haven project, but if all the castle rooms get booked, we will consider opening up a few extra rooms and apartments there.
If you want to come with your pet, please read our PET POLICY and contact us at welcome@chateaucoliving.com, so we can see if we can accommodate your request.
Can I only stay for a week or a few days ?
While we understand that some of you would not be able to travel for the entire duration of the Writer’s Month, based on our experience with similar events, where connecting to other participants and finding community is a crucial part of making your participation worthwhile, we will not be accepting bookings for less time than the announced dates.
With that said, if travel arrangements require you to arrive a day later or leave a day earlier, that’s understandable and will not be an issue. Please note that in this case the full rate of the stay will still be due.
Can this be used as a business expense?
Yes, many businesses can claim coworking events like this as a business expense.
You will receive an invoice once you’ve completed your payment. Please don’t forget to note your company details in the registration form.
What is the refund policy?
Due to the nature and planning of this event, reservations are non-refundable, but can be transferred to a friend / colleague UP TO 30 DAYS PRIOR to the start date of the event, subject to our approval.
If you need to transfer your spot, please contact us at welcome@chateaucoliving.com
If we are not able to reach the minimum number of 10 participants, 45 days prior to the starting date, the participants who have paid the deposit will be either fully refunded or credited for a non-curated stay at Chateau coliving during the same dates in order to avoid loss of transportation tickets.
That depends on how much interest we get. The Writer’s haven project will go ahead if we have a minimum of 10 people sign up, 45 days prior to the starting date.
We potentially have space for up to 20 people, if there’s enough interest.