Welcome back to nature
Graines de nature is Alexandra and Thomas's project, along with their two children, to build a nature-friendly place and offer enriching and fulfilling experiences.
In harmony with nature
Your accommodation is located on a one-hectare park bordered by a river with numerous trees, a pond, and vegetable gardens inspired by permaculture.
It boasts numerous species of flowers and trees, as well as a variety of wildlife: insects, birds, hedgehogs, amphibians, and more. All of these are delightful discoveries and wonders for children of all ages.
Discover the biodiversity of Graines de nature with our regular shares on Instagram.
Your hosts: Alexandra and Thomas
As former expats and city dwellers, we wanted to return to a simpler life, one aligned with our values of respect for the planet and all living things.
Alexandra, a Montessori educator, took advantage of the arrival of our second child to also train in nature-based education. Since then, she has juggled her role as a mother, her work as a Montessori educator, and her Forest-School workshops. Today, she wishes to pursue a long-held dream of hospitality and will be a caring host while sharing her knowledge of nature with you.
Thomas left behind his career in IT to rediscover his farming roots. After discovering permaculture and other virtuous agricultural techniques, he is committed to preserving the natural haven that is Graines de nature while developing nourishing spaces. Nourished by human interaction, openness to others, and sharing, he will welcome you and meet your needs during your stay.
Building on our experience, we became Lot-et-Garonnais in 2022 and today we have taken the plunge. Graines de nature was born: a natural setting and a stay to sow and germinate seeds of life and wisdom; by and for adults and children.
Contact us to find out about our range of fun, educational and nature discovery workshops 🦋.
An eco-responsible approach
Graines de nature takes the protection of nature and the environment to heart. We strive to make your stay as respectful as possible of our planet.
As part of our zero-waste approach, our accommodations are equipped with basic food and hygiene products (shower/shampoo) in reusable containers and, where possible, of organic and local origin.
Separating your waste will be made easier thanks to precise labeling, and your kitchen waste will find its place in our composters, eventually ending up in our vegetable gardens.
We strive to cultivate the land using a permaculture and agroecology approach, combining vegetable garden areas, a food forest in preparation, and lush nature and biodiversity.
Preserving nature in the park is a priority for us, and you will find patches of unmown meadows, birdhouses, and bat houses.