eco-friendly

Building a Bug Hotel

by Beverley
October 1, 2026October 1, 2026
Blog, bug hotel, eco-friendly, experience, Natural, Plants

Our favourite small project for encouraging wildlife: an insect hotel made from recycled bottles, hollow stems and garden finds. Easy, inexpensive and the bees love it.

how to make an insect hotel - Finished insect hotel made from recycled plastic bottles at La Ferme du Bourdicou

Lights, Camera, Action!

by Beverley
June 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Blog, experience, farm stay France, La Bergerie gite, Walking Tour

From a professional Airbnb photoshoot of the gîte and our wonderful farm experience, to the wild bees happily taking over our hives – it’s been quite a month! Come and take a peek behind the scenes

Walking tour of the farm - AirBnB new experience

Wiggly Wonders

by Beverley
July 20, 2025July 16, 2025
Blog, Environmental, Sustainable Gardening

Discover the wonders of worm farming! Create your very own wormery and enjoy the benefits of nutrient-rich compost and gardener’s liquid gold – worm tea. This eco-friendly activity not only helps reduce waste but also enriches your garden. Read our guide and start cultivating a greener world today!