L'Ermitage Inspire
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- Quiet site on an Indre micro-farm in the Brenne Regional Natural Park
- Walks and cycling from the site; River Creuse fishing 10 minutes’ walk
- Vegetable garden and livestock; holistic health techniques available
At five minutes’ drive from the tiny Indre hamlet of Ruffec in the Brenne Regional Natural Park, L’Ermitage Inspire is a simple off-grid site set among fields, with wildflower beds and a micro-farm growing organic produce. Pitching up here sees you surrounded by nature and animals – and during your stay, you may very well learn some new ideas about farming and holistic health.
This is not a site for late nights and loud music; it is a place of quiet contemplation. You can access the pitches by walking in from Ruffec (about 10 minutes on foot), or otherwise drive in to drop off your luggage before parking up in the designated space. The site is scattered with trees, and there are picnic tables and chairs scattered around for moments of relaxation. As its vibe is very definitely back-to-nature, there are simple outdoor showers and compost loos available too.
You can join in the daily sophrology (an holistic mind-body practice) session on site, and other techniques designed to support integral health include speaking circles, sound meditations and donkey-assisted therapy. There are also healthy cooking and soap-making workshops.
Or how about setting yourself to work on the site’s micro-farm? Depending on the season, it might be planting or harvesting the organic vegetables; there’s always livestock – including free-range hens and the super-cute donkeys – to look after as well.
Site type
2
2
2 Open now
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Open from Mon 1 Jun to
Pitch types & availability
2 
Non-electric grass and earth campervan or tent pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom €20 (€20)
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Bell tent (two person)
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Arrival daysFrom €23 (€23)
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Bell tent (four person)
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Arrival daysFrom €45 (€45)
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water No running water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
L'Ermitage Inspire
Ruffec
Indre
France
36300
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
46.62343°N
1.18739°E
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
You can keep active with wild swimming, canoeing and paddleboarding adventures on the River Creuse (10 minutes’ walk), which is also a popular spot for carp fishing. There are numerous hiking trails accessed directly from the pitches; alternatively, explore the woodland and wetland landscapes of the Brenne Regional Natural Park on horseback (15 minutes’ drive).
To get up close to local wildlife, head for Objectif Brenne (also 15 minutes), where you can take guided tours of the waterways to (hopefully) see herons and Montagu’s harriers. Other birds to keep a lookout for on hikes or bike rides through the national park include stilts and kingfishers.
To learn a little about the social history of the region, pay a visit to handsome Château Guillaume (25 minutes), a fortified medieval castle open for tours of its dungeons, chapel and manicured gardens. The Prieuré de Villesalem (35 minutes), covered in ornate stonework carvings, is open for visits on occasional days in summer too.
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- Does L'Ermitage Inspire have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is L'Ermitage Inspire dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near L'Ermitage Inspire? You can keep active with wild swimming, canoeing and paddleboarding adventures on the River Creuse (10 minutes’ walk), which is also a popular spot for carp fishing. There are numerous hiking trails … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of L'Ermitage Inspire?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 12 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 12 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at L'Ermitage Inspire? From £17.24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.