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A haven for vegetarians, vegans and lovers of good food in the heart of picturesque Normandy

La Maison du Vert is a vegetarian and vegan guesthouse and restaurant specialising in delicious innovative cuisine from around the world. La Maison du Vert was established in 1991 but was refurbished in 2001 by new owners, Debbie and Daniel. We are set in the heart of rural Normandy in the tiny village of Ticheville. We offer lovely en-suite rooms with spectacular views along the unspoilt Touques Valley.

The Guesthouse

The hotel was built at the end of the 19th century and originally served as the village bakery. It is set in 2.5 acres of beautiful organic flower and vegetable gardens with an old columbage "pressoir" (cider press) and "cave" (fermentation house) as well as the old wash house for the village.

We have 3 double rooms (two are en-suite and one has facilities across the hall), one of which is a family room with a double and single bed as well as room for a further camp bed.

The Restaurant

Our relaxing and intimate restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy our delicious contemporary vegetarian and vegan food. Freshly prepared daily using our own organic eggs, fruit and vegetables from our garden as well as fresh local produce (organic where possible). We offer a wide selection of organic wines and locally produced organic ciders. Guests can also dine outside on our terrace overlooking the beautiful gardens and countryside.

Menu 2004

Stuffed Vine Leaves 5.95€ Tender Grape Vine Leaves stuffed with Rice and Middle Eastern spices served with Minted Yoghurt and Marinated Olives

Tomato & Roasted Garlic Soup 5.55€ Rich and Smooth Tomato Soup flavoured with sweet oven Roasted Garlic and a swirl of Oregano Cream

Deep Fried Couscous and Mozzarella Balls 5.95€ Crispy Couscous Balls flavoured with Sundried Tomatoes and Olives, stuffed with marinated Mozzarella and served with a Redcurrant & Orange Confit

Lemon Roast Potatoes with Aioli 5.75€ Golden Lemon Roasted Potatoes smothered in pungent, creamy Garlic Mayonnaise

Courgette and Basil soup5.55€ A Smooth Creamy soup of Garden Courgettes and fresh Basil topped with Herby Croutons

Wild Mushroom and Chestnut Galette 9.25€ Crisp fried Cake of Mushrooms and Chestnuts on Garlic Butter Spinach with a Mustard, Tarragon and Sorrel sauce served with seasonal Vegetables

Polenta and Brie Triangles 9.25€ Seasoned Polenta and Melted Brie sandwiches Crisp on the outside and soft in the middle. Served with a Creamy Pesto Sauce and seasonal vegetables

Chefs Salad 8.95€ Everyday a different mix of Salad leaves, herbs, marinated vegetables and cheeses, be surprised!

Indian Thali 9.45€ A flavourful selection of Indian Curries, Dahl, Basmati Rice, Chutney ,Yoghurt and fresh Bread

Potato and Onion Rösti 8.95€ A Grated potato and Onion cake pan fried to perfection, served with a variety of toppings. Choose from the following:

Rösti Chèvre: Topped with Melted Goats Cheese and Sundried Tomatoes surrounded by a Roasted Red Pepper and Crème Frâiche Sauce

Rösti Mediterranean: Topped with Oven Roasted Vegetables surrounded by a Cream of Artichoke Sauce

Rösti Florentine: Topped with Garlic Butter Spinach and a Poached Egg surrounded by a Tomato and Cumin Coulis

Apples in Calvados 5.55€ Apples Pan fried with Butter in a Calvados and Caramel sauce Served with Crème Frâiche and Cinnamon

Rich Chocolate Slice 5.65€ Rich Chocolate cake Served warm with a whipped Amaretto Cream

Blackberry Ice Cream 5.45€ Ice Cream made with Wild Ticheville Blackberries with a touch of Crème de Mûre

Raspberry Sorbet 5.25€ Refreshing Sorbet made with our own garden Raspberries served with summer fruits

Coconut and Ginger Ice Cream 5.45€ Rich Creamy Coconut and crystallised Ginger Ice Cream

Oranges in Grand Marnier 5.65€ Oranges marinated in Grand Marnier served with a Hot Chocolate Sauce and Normandy Cream

Lemon Meringue clouds 5.55€ Zesty Lemon Curd served warm layered with light and Fluffy Meringues with a pool of Raspberry Coulis

The Garden

The 2.5 acre garden overlooks the Touques valley with wonderful views of the Normandy countryside. Our established organic fruit and vegatable gardens provide lots of fresh fruit, salad crops and vegetables for the restaurant while our many happy chickens provide a ready supply of eggs. We have a large spring-fed pond with lots of fish and plenty of wildlife, particularly for the keen bird-watcher (we have seen kingfishers, herons, hobby, kestrel, buzzards, sparrowhawk, moorhens, green woodpecker, great and lesser spotted woodpeckers, nuthatch, treecreepers, cirl buntings, serins, hawfinches and crested tits in the garden to name a but a few!). There are also ornamental ducks and geese to amuse the children.

The Area

The Pays d'Auge area of Normandy is a lush and unspoilt traditionally farmed area of rolling orchards, woods and pasture land rich in wildlife and amazing wild flowers (notably many orchid species) in spring and summer. A perfect place for walking or cycling (2 bikes are available for guests) down secluded paths and bridleways or quiet leafy lanes.

We are not far from the fashionable resorts of Deauville and Trouville with their golden sandy beaches, boutiques and casinos or from picturesque Honfleur. Monet's garden is a lovely day trip, and there are many gardens in the area to visit. The historic cities of Bayeaux and Caen also the D-Day landing beaches are close by. There are many châteaux, manor houses and pretty villages to explore with markets bursting full of local produce.

Tariffs

All rooms can take an extra single folding bed for a supplement of 8€ per night.