Larroque Haute offers more than a tranquil place to stay. Our 17 acres of gardens, meadows and woodland invite guests to slow down, look more closely and discover the natural treasures hidden throughout the property.
From autumn nuts and orchard fruit to fascinating woodland fungi, every season reveals something different. Whether you are an experienced forager or simply a curious beginner, exploring the grounds offers a wonderful way to reconnect with nature.
The availability of all wild and cultivated produce varies naturally according to the season, weather and wildlife.
Wander through our gardens and woodland and see how the landscape changes throughout the year.
During the cooler and wetter months, the forest floor can come alive with a remarkable variety of fungi. Exploring the woodland and photographing their different colours, shapes and textures can be a fascinating seasonal experience.
In autumn, chestnut burrs and walnut shells appear along the woodland paths. Subject to availability and permission, small quantities can be gathered and prepared in your fully equipped gîte kitchen.
Depending on the time of year, the grounds may offer berries, orchard apples and other seasonal fruits. Enjoying fruit close to where it grows is a simple pleasure and a lovely expression of slower country living.
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Exploring the property is about much more than gathering ingredients. It is an opportunity to walk mindfully, notice the changing seasons and become immersed in the sights, sounds and scents of the woodland.
You might discover a carpet of autumn leaves, hear birds moving through the canopy or notice fruits and fungi that would be easily missed on a hurried walk.
Whether you hope to find seasonal ingredients for a self-catered meal or simply want to enjoy a peaceful walk, the grounds provide a serene escape into the natural world.
The real pleasure lies in slowing down, looking closely and enjoying whatever the season chooses to reveal.
Our grounds are shared with wildlife, so we ask guests to explore carefully and leave plenty for nature.
Please speak to Carl or Tara before collecting fruit, nuts, mushrooms or plants from anywhere on the property.
Gather only small quantities for personal use and leave plenty behind for wildlife, regeneration and other guests to enjoy.
Stay on safe routes, avoid damaging plants and habitats, and never disturb wildlife or remove protected species.
Never eat a wild mushroom unless its identity and safety have been confirmed by a suitably qualified mushroom expert. Some poisonous mushrooms closely resemble edible varieties, and photographs, mobile applications and online searches are not a safe substitute for expert identification.
Larroque Haute Gîtes does not identify mushrooms or guarantee that any mushroom, plant, nut or fruit found on the property is safe to eat. Guests collect and consume wild produce entirely at their own risk and are responsible for checking allergies, safe preparation and current health guidance.
If there is any uncertainty, leave the mushroom where it is and enjoy observing or photographing it instead.
Stay surrounded by gardens, woodland and peaceful countryside at Larroque Haute Gîtes. Check our availability or contact us to begin planning your grown-ups-only escape.