L'Ermitage Inspire

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Bell tent on its pitch
Bell tent on its pitch
Picnic table for the bell tent
Donkey-and-cart rides available
Free-range hens
Pitches surrounded by greenery
Exterior of the ready tent
Donkeys graze on site
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Picnic table for the bell tent
Donkey-and-cart rides available
Free-range hens

  • 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 treatments 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 swathes of wildflowers on an organic micro-farm. Pitching up here sees you surrounded by nature and wildlife – and during your stay you may care to help out in the fields or join in holistic treatment sessions. 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 dotted around for some alfresco 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 (a holistic mind-body practice) training on site, with other techniques available to support integral health including speaking circles, sound meditations and donkey-assisted therapy. The owners also offer organic cookery classes and soap-making workshops from time to time. 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.

Campground type

Tent sites 2
RV & Motorhome sites 2
Rent a tent 2
Open all year
Opens
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Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Hired accommodation

  • 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.

General

  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Dogs

  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. 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

English

French

Spanish

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Un véritable ermitage loin de la civilisation

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Boubou M. 3 reviews

Unpowered grass and earth campervan or tent site

Liked La tranquillité du lieu loin de tout, le cote apaisant de Corinne avec ses ânes qui gère ce lieu de manière totalement écologique : il n’y a pas d eau courante ni électricité mais la vaisselle se fait avec un bidon avec petit robinet - une douche extérieure très ingénieuse eau froide bien sûr mais vu les températures cela suffit amplement - une toilette sèche magnifique face au pré des ânes - le gentil chien Albert qui nous accueille et les deux petits chats et puis les œufs du matin , petit don des poules qui vivent en liberté et sont nourries au grain bio - le hamac entre deux arbres pour se poser

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From the manager: J'ai été ravie de vous accueillir et de vous faire découvrir mon univers. Mon portail reste ouvert pour une prochaine visite avec plaisir.

Bon chemin ...

Corinne

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent sites

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water No running water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

L'Ermitage Inspire

Ruffec

Indre

France

36300

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (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 the local stables). To get up close to local wildlife, head for Objectif Brenne (15 minutes), where you can take guided tours of the waterways to see if you can spot 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 Romanesque Prieuré de Villesalem (35 minutes) is covered in ornate stonework carvings and open for visits on occasional days in summer too.

Frequently asked questions

  • 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?
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    On-site accommodation
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  • How much does it cost to stay at L'Ermitage Inspire? From $32.72 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.