A christening is an intimate moment that deserves a setting to match. Thirty minutes from Ajaccio, Le Relais U Machjonu can host your child's christening in a natural setting facing the lake of Tolla, from an intimate family meal (12-15 people) to a larger extended-family celebration (up to about 50 guests) with a marquee set up in the garden.
Combining the ceremony and the meal
The religious ceremony can take place in one of the beautiful churches of the Prunelli valley (Tolla, Ocana, Bastelica) — all less than 30 minutes from the Relais. Contact the diocese or the parish directly for the practical arrangements. The meal then follows naturally at the Relais, on the terrace, in the dining room in mid-season, or under a marquee for larger gatherings.
Three possible formats
Format 1 — Intimate christening (12-15 people)
A seated meal at the big table of the Relais. A warm, home-style format, ideal for a very close family circle. Full privatisation possible with the 10 closest guests sleeping on site for the weekend.
Format 2 — Mid-size christening (20-30 people)
Aperitivo and buffet meal on the terrace facing the lake, possible without a marquee for up to ~30 people. A flexible format that mixes seated and standing moments, ideal for a christening while keeping things friendly and relaxed.
Format 3 — Extended christening (up to ~50 guests)
To gather godfathers, godmothers, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins and close friends: a marquee set up in the garden (rental to be arranged with a local supplier), seated meal or buffet, optional kids entertainer, custom christening cake (introduction to a local pastry chef). A fully modular format adapted to your wishes.
Why the Relais works for a christening
- Absolute calm — particularly appreciated by grandparents.
- Plenty of space for children (garden, walks in the village, lake nearby).
- Accommodation for 10: the close family sleeps on site.
- Full privatisation: you are alone in the house and the garden.
- A simple meal, suited to a christening lunch, available on request.
- Christening cake on order — local pastry chef introduction.
- Optional kids entertainer — local provider can be organised on demand to free up the parents.
- Open all year round — including more intimate winter christenings.
