Esprit du Nord
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- Remote site five minutes’ drive from Col de Rousset winter resort
- Museum of Prehistory 10 minutes’ drive; Grenoble an hour and a half
- Resident huskies for dog-sledding experiences; crafting workshops
In south-eastern France’s rugged Vercors Natural Park, Esprit du Nord is the place for those who want to heed the call of the wild. One of the likely highlights for guests at this remote site in the mountains is meeting the resident pack of Siberian huskies. They are at the centre of several of the activities arranged on site: from cani-hiking and cani-snowshoeing, to a guided dog-sledding experience through the wintery Vercors landscape.
When you’re all huskied out (and chances are you will tire before these energetic animals do…), you can have a go at a different type of recreation: crafting. And if you think crafting is about journals or bedazzling, think again: here you can make knives in the blacksmithing workshop, carve a wooden Viking stool or make your own leather accessory: rugged crafts to match the ruggedness of the landscape.
And when you’ve completed your belt or bracelet, you can wear it with pride as you head into town to pick up your groceries or to dine out. The nearest shops and restaurants are in Vassieux-en-Vercors (five minutes’ drive along the D76 road); there are more dining options in Saint-Agnan-en-Vercors (also five minutes).
Site type
Open all year
- 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.
- The site only allows dogs up to 25kg.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- 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.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
French
Serbian
Pitch types & availability
3

Mongole yurt
2 people maximum
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Kota Finlandais lodge (four person)
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 23ft width × 10.5ft length
Arrival daysFrom €82.44 (€82.44)
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Kota Finlandais lodge (three person)
3 people maximum
Dimensions: 23ft width × 10.5ft length
Arrival daysFrom €112.44 (€112.44)
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Balenne bunkhouse
10 people maximum
Arrival daysFrom €220.44 (€220.44) plus taxes or fees €40 (€40)
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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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available 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 yearThemes
PeacefulUtilities
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
Cycling nearbyLocation
Esprit du Nord
Ferme Balenne
3330 Route du Col de Rousset
Die
Drôme
France
26420
Timezone
Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44.87436°N
5.39989°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
Local attractions and activities include:
- Col de Rousset (skiing, snowshoeing): five minutes’ drive
- Belvedere Col du Rousset: five minutes
- Museum of Prehistory of Vercors: 10 minutes
- Resistance Memorial: 10 minutes
- Grotte de la Luire (underground cave network): 15 minutes
- Chute de la Druise (waterfall): an hour and 15 minutes
- Grenoble (Bastille fort, cable car, archaeological museum): an hour and a half.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Esprit du Nord have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Esprit du Nord dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Esprit du Nord? Local attractions and activities include: - Col de Rousset (skiing, snowshoeing): five minutes’ drive - Belvedere Col du Rousset: five minutes - Museum of Prehistory of Vercors: 10 minutes - Resistance Memorial: … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Esprit du Nord?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Esprit du Nord? From £64.95 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.