Journal

The Captain

For nearly 40 years Pierre Ollivier has been the proprietor of the Café du Commerce, a beloved institution on Île de Ré.

Bougie Esprit de Ré avec citron et laurier

Me Time

Need some me time? A chance to relax and destress? Create a spa like atmosphere in your own bathroom with Esprit de Ré candles.

Living in the now

Quiberon is a painter and sculptor whose artistic production is centered on new ephemeral materials.

Harmony, serenity & creativity

Muriel Evangelista spent seven years at the Beaux-Arts in Paris. Her whole life has been influenced by her time there.

The Suspension of Time

Laurent has lived on Ile de Re for nearly 30 years and every day he tells himself how lucky he is - even in the cold of January.

Yesterday's Treasures

A regular visitor to Île de Ré, Stephane is drawn to the smells, colors, local produce and the colourful stories of the local people.

Retail Therapy

When on Ile de Re and you have a longing for some retail therapy, we can recommend Migration and Octopus.

Life's Passion

While not originating from Île de Ré Charlotte credits the island to giving birth to her sense of family and where she met her other half.

Team Player

Salomé Raulet is our Person of Interest. She is a distinguished member of the Ré Flying Oysters (RFO) Ultimate Frisbee Club.

Design Inspiration

At Esprit de Ré we have a strong and passionate desire to share with you an authentic olfactory experience of Île de Ré. We are offering a range of...