
Our Why
"We Found the Secret Garden of Peace and Tranquility where the Creative Mind was Free To Soar - WE want to Protect It and Share it with The World."
- THE RANDLES, Founders of Porte NOIRE Gardens -
Over 15 years ago, as a young married couple with our 2 amazing daughters, we courageously left behind our big /small city in New Jersey in search of a slower pace and increased quality of life in North Carolina. Who knew Franklinton, NC is just where we’d find it.
From the moment we first arrived on the property we knew this place was SOUL Fuel. Just BEING in such a magical space we could feel the fresh air and tranquil energy delicately replenishing us on a cellular level. The balance of resounding peace amidst the calming chatter of resident wildlife creates nature's harmonious melodies that lulls all your cares away. We were blessed with this gift and we understood instantly that this rejuvenating life force that was emanating from this land could not be coveted for us alone. We were brought to The Porte to experience its wellness benefits, and to share that natural healing with All of You!
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As fellow creatives; a visual arts and crafter and a musician/content creator who fell in love with gardening and farming, we look forward to providing a safe space for like-minded arts and agriculture enthusiasts and explorers to connect and collaborate, grow together and make magical memories and experiences.
Q & TANYA
CEO & Founder /
Outreach Director

Just don't give up what you're trying to do. Where there is Love and Inspiration, I don't think you can go wrong
- ELLA FITZGERALD -