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French Countryside Retreat: Organic Lunch & Nature
5.0
5 Ratings
Bellot
Experience authentic French countryside dining with Émilie, savor organic meals, explore gardens, and enjoy a serene escape just outside Paris.
Experience authentic French countryside dining with Émilie, savor organic meals, explore gardens, and enjoy a serene escape just outside Paris.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Paris - Departure from Paris at 9:30 am. Opt for our “Private driver included” service or use Uber (150 euros one way for up to 4 people). The exact address in the village of Bellot will be shared after booking.
- Villeneuve-sur-Bellot - At 11 am, meet your host Emilie in her charming old stone house in the village of Bellot. Enjoy a tour of…
- Paris - Departure from Paris at 9:30 am. Opt for our “Private driver included” service or use Uber (150 euros one way for up to 4 people). The exact address in the village of Bellot will be shared after booking.
- Villeneuve-sur-Bellot - At 11 am, meet your host Emilie in her charming old stone house in the village of Bellot. Enjoy a tour of the property, explore the garden, gather chicken eggs, take the horses for a walk, and savor delightful French cuisine and wine.
- Paris - Return to Paris at 3 pm.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tea and coffee
- Feeding the horses, walking them in the paddock
- Visit to the henhouse, workshop and garden + greenhouses (March to September)
- A stroll with Emilie in the countryside around the house
- Live assistance on how to get there
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tea and coffee
- Feeding the horses, walking them in the paddock
- Visit to the henhouse, workshop and garden + greenhouses (March to September)
- A stroll with Emilie in the countryside around the house
- Live assistance on how to get there
What's Not Included
- A gourmet-level culinary experience. But expect typical local/French homemade cuisine by your hosts
- A gourmet-level culinary experience. But expect typical local/French homemade cuisine by your hosts
Additional Information
CONVENIENT LOCATION: Just 1 hour and 20 minutes from Paris by car or direct train (2.5 euros). Émilie resides in a charming old stone house from the 1700s, situated in a spacious clearing at the end of a 2 km forest road.
Émilie and her family enjoy a tranquil life with two horses and a friendly dog. Children are welcome!
- Delight in a warm tea with…
CONVENIENT LOCATION: Just 1 hour and 20 minutes from Paris by car or direct train (2.5 euros). Émilie resides in a charming old stone house from the 1700s, situated in a spacious clearing at the end of a 2 km forest road.
Émilie and her family enjoy a tranquil life with two horses and a friendly dog. Children are welcome!
- Delight in a warm tea with Emilie, who is both a teacher and a naturopath (English proficiency: 9/10)
- Stroll through the garden with her to discover plants, herbs, and vegetables (March to September)
- Relish a glass of Emilie’s homemade alcohol and appetizers
- Indulge in a French lunch, primarily made from organic produce sourced directly from the garden
- Share your meal with Emilie, accompanied by French wine, local cheese, a homemade dessert, and coffee.
- Gather eggs from the henhouse, explore Emilie’s greenhouses (spring/summer only), and visit her workshop
- After dining, feed the two horses and enjoy a walk with them in the paddock
- Take a countryside walk with Emilie
- You can either choose the “Transportation included” option (pick up at your hotel by our driver, mid-range car or van), OR get there by your own means. The precise address in the village of Bellot will be provided after booking: 1. Use UBER or UBER RESERVE (up to 90 days in advance) to book your ride there and back (expect 95 euros one way for 4 people). If you do not book, you might not be able to find any available UBER driver nearby to leave the village. 2. Take a RER train (P Line) to Coulommiers (2.5 euros one way) at 9.17 am at Paris Gare de l’Est. No need to buy tickets in advance. In Coulommiers, call an Uber (25 euros one way). 3. RENT A CAR: expect 150 euros for a mid-range car for 2 days.
Location
Bellot
Emilie's precise address will be given to you after booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Faraway42010988331
May 4, 2025
NokNok - A Soulful Escape: Living the Art of Simplicity with Emilie - If you’re looking to experience the purest form of nature-bound living in France, Emilie’s NokNok stay is an absolute hidden gem you shouldn’t miss!
This experience completely redefined my idea of what life can be like—Emilie is a true artist of living. She has carved out a little paradise for herself in the heart of nature: a lush garden full of vegetables and fruits she planted by hand (they hadn’t ripened when I visited, but the greenery alone was enchanting!), homemade strawberry jam (so rich and fragrant that supermarket versions don’t even come close), free-range hens full of personality, and an unbelievably gentle horse I’ll never forget. It was so relaxed that it nearly fell asleep as we stroked its back and gently rubbed its mouth—almost like it could sense our kindness.
We made flatbreads together, smelled the aromatic herbs in her garden (like a natural spa), and talked about French culture. But the most precious part was the deep sense of harmony between people and nature. Growing up in the city, I touched real soil for the first time and finally understood what it means when people say, “This is how life is meant to be.”
If you’re yearning for a break from the noise and want to experience rural France like a friend rather than a tourist, don’t think twice—just book Emilie’s NokNok experience. It’s more than a trip; it’s a soul-soothing journey that awakens all five senses.
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Cc370
Feb 7, 2025
LA VRAIR FRANCE!!! - It was January, it was cold outside. What a pleasure to be welcomed by the fireside like friends in a beautiful house!
The children ran with the dog in the garden while we visited the house.
We learned a lot about village life by talking with the owner who spoke very good English.
I had always dreamed of entering a French house and my dream came true!
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Cl_mentd504
Nov 28, 2024
A moment of bliss! - We had a great time with Emilie and her husband last June. I only write a comment now after remembering this moment of total bliss. We loved the welcoming attitude, the visit to the garden, all the explanations about the plants and herbs. Food was great, mostly right form the garden. Even though it was partly rainy, we still managed to take a stroll in the nearby countryside and feed the horses. It was so quiet and beautiful. Very French. I totally recommend.
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Food124s
Nov 28, 2024
A cosy day out 😀 - My friends and I had a great day at Émilies. Driving up to her house we climbed through the forest, and were greeted by a smiling Émilie in her garden! We started with a fresh herbal tea & got to know more about our host. We loved how passionate Émilie was about her garden. We even got to pick our salad for lunch & learnt about all of the different varieties of legumes. Émilie really treated us to a big spread at lunch, after we walked in her field to meet her horses. If you’re wanting to escape the city and be in nature this is the experience for you! Thank you for a lovely day out! 😀
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N1442nbamyg
Nov 15, 2024
Wonderful countryside experience - My friends and I had a great afternoon at Emilie’s home. She welcomed us warmly, and we started with tea and a walk around her garden. After that, we enjoyed a homemade aperitif and a tasty lunch with cheese and wine.
Later, we visited her horses and even got to feed them, which was a fun and memorable experience. It was a great way to experience life in the countryside while still being close to Paris.
Thanks to Emilie for being such a kind and generous host.
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Quentind835
Nov 15, 2024
Such a great time at Emilie's cottage ! - I had an amazing day at Emilie's cottage.
She lives in a very peaceful and welcoming environment, almost inside of the forest !
She is truely passionate about her vegetable garden and I had a great time discovering all the aromatic herbs, petting the horses and eating and delicious french meal. A must do in the area !
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