A former farm in the heart of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park, La Messicole is a social economy association and a multi-faceted eco-location. A place of creation and exchange, its aim is to promote the exchange of knowledge and know-how in the fields of culture, art, the environment and permacultural practices. Welcoming travellers is part of the diversity of discovery and warm encounters that we encourage. Authentic rooms and dormitories, guaranteed peace and quiet and vegetarian, healthy (organic) and allergen-free cuisine. Personalised quotes to suit your needs.
The 7-hectare site is run according to the principles of permaculture. A place to live and work, La Messicole welcomes woofers and companions who want to learn about permaculture, and courses (CCP) are given regularly by Steve Read. The heart of the place is the tearoom, open all year round (in winter at weekends and from April to August from Wednesday to Sunday). The cuisine served is vegetarian, organic, gluten-free and lactose-free. Cakes, homemade sorbets, fruit juices, herbal teas and tea are served on the terrace in front of the river when the weather is fine and in front of the stove in winter. Next to the tearoom is a 50-seat auditorium. Concerts, theatre, lectures and film screenings are regularly scheduled. These convivial moments are followed by discussions with the public. A workshop room hosts weekly yoga classes and one-off workshops throughout the year.
Accommodation: 3 rooms and a dormitory are available for hire.
Sustainable tourism
We have long been committed to respecting nature. We strive to have as little negative impact as possible. A maximum of compostable waste on site and very little disposable waste, the promotion of dry toilets and recycling are part of our daily gestures. The courses we offer, like the concerts, are either free and conscious of their cost, or offered at a range of prices to enable as many people as possible to take part.
Ouverture
All year round.
Tarifs
Group rate available for > 8 people.
Depending on activity. Please contact us for further information. 20% deposit by cheque or bank transfer.
Contact et accès 07560 Montpezat-sous-Bauzon Ardèche (7)
