An eco-responsible site At the gateway to Toulouse and the Gers
On the edge of the Forêt de Bouconne
Who are we?
Welcome to L'Escapade Nature & Gourmande, a unique place with gateway to the Gers, a stone's throw from Toulouse, France, where nature, gastronomy and conviviality. Designed by Anouchka, passionate chef, and Heiko, creative handyman, this eco-responsible haven on the edge of the Bouconne forest offers you stays, culinary workshops and relaxing moments for unforgettable experience.
Anouchka & Heiko
Your hosts at Escapade Nature et Gourmande
Our commitment to the planet
In 2017, Anouchka followed the Certified Permaculture Course (CCP), a key stage in the creation of L'Escapade Nature & Gourmande. This training has fuelled our desire to set up concrete actions to protect the planet and its residents.
Every action we take is a commitment to a sustainable future, that we are keen to share with all those who stay here and want to find out more.
Phyto-purification: a natural system for treating water on the estate
One of our pride of place is our plant purification system, which enables clean all waste water in a totally natural way.
Thanks to two filtration basins composed of specific plants, the micro-organisms located on their roots ensure the water decontamination before it is returned to nature.
The water discharged into it immediately infiltrates, eliminating the conditions needed for mosquitoes to breed. This system, environmentally friendly, in fine weather, you can enjoy a a magnificent flower bed, a feast for the eyes.
This solution is excellent for biodiversity and is packed withbirds, butterflies and insects. By staying here, you are making an active contribution to this an ecological and innovative treatment approach.
Kitchen garden & permaculture
At Escapade Nature et Gourmande, our permaculture vegetable garden reflects our commitment to a a more sustainable future.
Grown without chemicals, it follows the principles of permaculture, promoting biodiversity, the crop rotation and the use of natural resources.
This garden is a source of seasonal vegetables, herbs and fruit, that you can discover and enjoy during your stay or during a gourmet workshop.
Anouchka will be happy to discuss these issues with you.
Seasonal, organic and local products
At L'Escapade Nature et Gourmande, we give priority to local, organic and seasonal products to offer you the best of both worlds. an authentic, environmentally-friendly experience.
Whether for our gourmet workshops or catering, the ingredients are carefully selected for their quality and taste.
Fruit, vegetables and herbs come as soon as possible from our own garden or from local producers. We prefer short circuits in particular for meat where possible, and we can also advise you on the most appropriate details of producers during your stay.
Meet Mimi, one of our chicks, a 3-year-old cuckoo from Rennes.
Happy chickens at the heart of our ecosystem
Another key element of our commitment to environmental responsibility Our hens. They are an integral part of our little ecosystem and play an essential role in our sustainable approach.
They are raised in open airunder conditions that respect their well-being. They contribute to maintaining a natural balance by consuming food scraps and producing waste products. fresh, tasty eggs.
What's more, their excrement is used to feed our compost, contributing to theenriching our soil and local and organic food production.
Composting, shredding and mulching
We cultivate our garden completely natural. Thanks to the shredding branches, we create a protective mulch which enriches the soil and retains its moisture, while reducing weeds.
Our organic waste, if they are not to the taste of our chicks, are composted for feeding the earth naturally.
These environmentally-friendly practices guarantee a fertile and sustainable garden and allow us to limit watering and to reduce the amount of green waste we send to landfill sites as much as possible. recycled on site.
The second life of our pine trees now a swimming pool barrier
When we installed our phytodepuration system, we had to cut down several pine trees. Rather than leave the wood unused, we called on the services of pruners in the Gers who suggested that we turn into boards.
These were used to make the fences for our swimming pool. A way of adding value to wood locally and limiting our environmental impactwhile supporting thelocal crafts and contributing to a unique natural setting.
Wells, rainwater harvesters
and drip
We have re-commissioned a wells, installed rainwater harvesters and a drip irrigation for Keep the use of drinking water in the garden to a minimum.
Massifs of Mediterranean plants in the most southerly areas, we are also able to limiting the use of water.
Isn't it said that small streams make big rivers?
Salt pool
Our large 5x10 m swimming pool, treated with salt, offers ecological alternative than conventional swimming pools.
It is gentle on the skin and requires fewer chemicals. An ideal place to relax where swimming, relaxation and nature meet.
Dry toilets at the swimming pool
In our pool area, dry toilets allow you to reduce water consumption, while thelighting is powered by a small solar panel, contributing to our ecological approach.
Every detail is designed to combining comfort and protecting nature during your stay.
Electric car charging point
We support the soft mobility with our Haeger Witty 22 KW charging point for electric vehicles. This service allows you to recharge your vehicle using your cable type 2.
While your car is recovering its energy, you too can recharge your batteries taking advantage of the peaceful setting and well-being facilities !
Electric bike hire
As part of our commitment to the environment, we also offer electric VTCs for hire.
Perfect for explore the surrounding area and forest de Bouconne sustainable, these bikes are a ideal alternative to the car for enjoy our beautiful countryside and nature.
Renovation for greater comfort and less impact on the planet
To offer you a optimum comfort while limiting our impact on the environment, we have carried out a number of renovation projects.wall and ceiling insulationinstalled from high-performance double glazing and reflective blinds de heat for greater thermal comfort, especially in summer.
From economical LED lightingand modern heaters and presence detectors for outdoor lighting complete this sustainable approach.
