300 Women Pool $2.3M to Buy French Château for Women-Only Retreat
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A group of 300 women has collectively purchased the 800-year-old Château de Béduer in southern France to create Camp Château, a women-only retreat. The project uses a shared ownership model where each participant contributed approximately $7,700. The group plans to expand the retreat concept to multiple locations.
Facts First
- 300 women pooled $2.3 million to purchase a 1,000-year-old château in southern France
- The purchase was made through a shared ownership model where each participant contributed about $7,700
- The property will operate as Camp Château, a women-only retreat offering all-inclusive stays and activities
- The group plans to expand the Camp Château concept to thousands of participants across multiple locations in coming years
What Happened
A group of 300 women has collectively purchased the Château de Béduer, 800-year-old property on 20 acres of land in southern France. The purchase was funded through a shared ownership model where each participant contributed approximately $7,700. The group will operate the property as Camp Château, a women-only retreat.
Why this Matters to You
This model makes owning a share of a historic French estate accessible for a fraction of the traditional cost. It creates a dedicated space for women to connect and retreat. The planned expansion suggests this community-driven ownership model could grow, potentially offering similar opportunities in other locations.
What's Next
The group will begin operating Camp Château at the French château, offering six-day, all-inclusive stays with activities like kayaking and workshops. The organizers plan to expand the Camp Château concept to host thousands of participants across multiple locations in the coming years.