Hameau des 40 Arpents – A seminar in the heart of the Burgundy vineyards

Description

Are you looking for a seminar venue in Burgundy that will take your teams away from their daily routine? Le Hameau des 40 Arpents is set amidst a landscape of vineyards, pastures and orchards, close to a 26-hectare lake and a 650-hectare forest. An inspiring, peaceful setting, entirely surrounded by nature, designed to host all your corporate events.

A seminar room with exposed timber beams, guest rooms and treehouses, a spa and forest activities: everything is brought together in one place. This means you can organise your study day, residential seminar, team-building event or corporate evening without having to travel far, just 10 minutes from Beaune railway station.

The Hameau’s facilities

The seminar room

A large, light-filled meeting and co-working space, set beneath a half-timbered roof. The room is equipped with all the necessary facilities (large TV screen with HDMI cable, flipchart, Wi-Fi connection) and modular furniture, complemented by a lounge area for informal breaks. It can be adapted to suit your working needs: meetings, workshops, plenary sessions or cocktail receptions.

Capacity by layout

U-shape: 20 people
Classroom: 20 people
Conference: 50 people
Cocktail reception: 60 people

Accommodation

Le Hameau has 13 rooms with en-suite bathrooms, a television and a desk, including 2 family suites. In addition, 4 treehouses await you in the heart of the forest, for a unique overnight stay.

In total, 17 rooms and 21 beds are available for your residential seminar.

Communal area

Private chefs and caterers can prepare delicious meals for you here!

The relaxation area

Outdoor swimming pool, hammam, sauna, jacuzzi and massages: a true wellness area to extend the working day and offer your staff a genuine opportunity to unwind.

The relaxation area (hammam, sauna, massage room and outdoor jacuzzi) is an additional option, but the swimming pool is included in the hire from June to September

Catering: Burgundy’s local specialities served at your table

Welcome coffee, breakfast, gourmet break, lunch, cocktail lunch or dinner: every part of your event can be catered for on site. The chef also offers themed menus (Burgundian, Asian, Vietnamese, Italian, sauerkraut, etc.).

Example of a Burgundian menu: Burgundian ham with parsley or scallops and seafood au gratin; coq au vin, cod fillet with shellfish sauce or roast beef with green pepper sauce; Burgundian tart or lemon meringue tart.

Example of an Asian menu: vegetable stir-fry with thinly sliced pork loin; chicken karaage with chive cream; seasonal fruit salad.

For your social gatherings, a selection of homemade cocktails can be prepared: traditional sangria, white sangria or spritz.

On-site activities and team-building

From relaxing activities to more active pursuits, Le Hameau is on hand to help you tailor your seminar entirely to your needs:

• Archery trail: a unique course through the forest, featuring various targets.
• Wine tasting: an unmissable opportunity to discover the estate’s wines.
• Forest activities: walks, mountain biking, orienteering, survival experience.
• Cookery classes: a gourmet workshop to bring your teams closer together.
• Bike hire: to explore the vineyards and the surrounding area.
• Relaxation area: swimming pool, steam room, sauna, massages.

Types of events available

• Study day: room hire, coffee breaks and lunch.
• Residential seminar: rooms, coffee breaks, lunches, dinner and accommodation.
• Corporate dinner: function room and dinner.
• Team-building and incentive events: outdoor activities, wine tasting and wellness.

Example of a 2-day residential seminar (30 people)

Day 1: 9.00 am arrival and welcome coffee, meeting and workshops; 12.00 pm buffet lunch; meeting and workshops; 5.00 pm activities; 7.00 pm dinner at a restaurant in Beaune.

Day 2: 8.00 am breakfast, meeting and workshops; 10.30 am gourmet break; 12.00 pm lunch; meeting and workshops; 4.00 pm farewell snack.

Options and customisation

• Access to the spa for your group. The relaxation area (hammam, sauna, massage room and outdoor jacuzzi) is an additional option, but the swimming pool is included in the hire from June to September
• Shuttles to transport your participants.
• Welcome gourmet hamper: honey and jam from the estate, Flavigny aniseed sweets, and small jars of Burgundy mustard.
• Wine hamper: 3 bottles of the estate’s vintages.
• Themed menus and house cocktails to liven up your meals and evenings.

A venue committed to eco-friendly seminars

Le Hameau is based on a biodynamic organic farm, covering around twenty hectares of mixed farming: arable crops, pasture, market gardening, an orchard and vineyards. It is these produce that you’ll find on your plate.

The estate is committed to a comprehensive eco-responsible programme: 40 per cent renewable energy production, natural wastewater treatment systems, waste recycling and unique, low-carbon accommodation. Scientific monitoring of the forest, the pond, and the flora and fauna ensures that biodiversity is managed with respect. A real asset for a corporate event that aligns with your CSR approach.

Why choose this venue for your seminar or team-building event?

Because it brings together in a single location everything that makes for a successful seminar: a distinctive workspace, comfortable and unique accommodation, local cuisine, a spa and team-building activities in the heart of nature. Easily accessible from Paris, Lyon, Dijon or Geneva, Le Hameau des 40 Arpents is the ideal venue for a seminar in the Burgundy countryside, a study day near Beaune or a memorable corporate dinner amongst the vineyards.

General information

Seminar room capacity: 20 people in a ‘U’ or classroom layout, 50 in a conference layout, 60 for a cocktail reception

Accommodation: 17 rooms (13 rooms, including 2 family suites + 4 treehouses), sleeps 21

Reception capacity: around 50 guests.

Car park: up to 30 spaces on site

Access: 10 mins from Beaune railway station (12 km), 7 mins from the A6 motorway exit

Journey time (by car or TGV): 30 mins from Dijon, 1 hour 30 mins from Lyon, 2 hours from Geneva, 3 hours 30 mins from Paris