Domaine du Der
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- Cosy wooden treehouse at a peaceful Champagne-Ardenne site
- Walk or bike to Lac du Der-Chantecoq for beaches and birdwatching
- Breakfast and bike hire available to book as extras
If you’re off to the Champagne-Ardenne region with the aim of truly immersing yourself in nature, you’ll certainly need to take a good look at Domaine du Der. Tucked away in peaceful and green countryside close to Lac du Der-Chantecoq, this is a fabulous location for a break – and it gets even better when you see the accommodation that’s on offer.
That’s because here you’ll be staying in a cosy treehouse, supported by three century-old trees and about four metres above ground level. It’s a pretty special place to hide away for a little while, looking out over the surrounding forest and lakes, listening to the birds singing and perhaps spotting some of them up close as they flit about between the branches.
Built from hard-wearing larch wood, the treehouse is a comfortable place to stay, with its own bathroom and kitchenette as well as proper beds made up for your arrival. Heating, board games and nature books are all provided too, and there’s a covered deck area where you can sip your evening wine/morning coffee while looking out at your surroundings. Breakfast is also available as an added extra.
You may find that you become slightly addicted to spending time sitting out on that deck and watching the natural world, but it’s worth getting out and about if you can – perhaps hiring bikes on site to ride to the lake or heading over there on foot. The surrounding area also has a lot to offer in terms of outdoor activities, local markets and traditional villages – Outines (five minutes’ drive away) is the closest of these.
Site type
2Open all year
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.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
German
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Features
No 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 Sauna TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year No dogs allowedThemes
Forest Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Domaine du Der
6 Chemin de la Hayotte
Outines
Marne
France
52190
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
48.57184°N
4.67482°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
Lac du Der-Chantecoq, about three kilometres away, is one of the biggest artificial lakes in Europe, and it’s a particularly popular spot for birdwatchers. It’s a great place to see all sorts of water birds throughout the year, but at its best during the crane migrations in spring and autumn.
The 38-kilometre path around the lake’s shoreline is an excellent way to see it, whether you bike all the way along it or walk it in sections. There are also beach areas, fishing spots and various places to launch small boats, canoes or paddleboards. In summer, the inflatable assault course at Aqua Der (20 minutes’ drive) makes a fun outing.
Elsewhere nearby you can take the 7.5-kilometre walking trail from the site or follow a bike route around the area’s timber-framed churches. For a different day out, follow the Champagne route from Vitry-le-François (half an hour) for tastings, visit the castle in Brienne-le-Château (half an hour) or try out all the rides at Nigloland theme park (45 minutes).
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- Does Domaine du Der have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Domaine du Der dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Domaine du Der? Lac du Der-Chantecoq, about three kilometres away, is one of the biggest artificial lakes in Europe, and it’s a particularly popular spot for birdwatchers. It’s a great place to see all sorts … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Domaine du Der?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Domaine du Der? From £121.31 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.