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Villatent at Camping River

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Safari tents at a small-scale site on the banks of the Ubaye river
Close to lots of rafting centres, plus climbing and horse riding
Bar, heated pool and swimming pond with beach area

Any idea why this place might have gained the name Camping River? The obvious answer is indeed correct here: Villatent at Camping River is right on the banks of the Ubaye river, 15 minutes’ drive from Méolans-Revel in the lovely Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. That riverside setting means not only fine views but also great access to the rapids for adrenaline-spiked days of rafting. You can’t swim in the river here, so instead plan to take your dips at the little heated pool or head to the pond, which has safe swimming water, a boat to play around with and a sandy beach area to relax on. This is a small-scale site with a peaceful vibe that’s boosted by the lack of cars (they have to be parked outside the site). It’s also a place where life has been made easy for guests, who stay in fully-equipped safari tents with beds made up and plenty of kitchen kit. If you don’t fancy cooking, there's food on offer alongside drinks at the bar, which also has a bread ordering service, a pretty terrace looking out over the river, and a wifi connection so you can send pics out to those back home. The mountainous area around the site is something of a playground for those who love a bit of outdoor activity: as well as rafting, you can also have a go at mountain biking, horse riding, climbing, abseiling and gliding in the area. (It’s also worth noting that there’s an average of 300 days of sunshine per year… although it can get chilly in the evenings, so do bring a jumper or two.)

Site type

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
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).
The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 01/09 (subject to weather conditions).
The restaurant is open between 17/07 and 20/08.
The grocery shop is open between 17/07 and 20/08.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
The bar is open between 17/04 and 12/10.

Languages spoken

English

French

Pitch types & availability

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2 bedroom safari tent

6 people maximum 2 bedrooms

Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)

6 people maximum 2 bedrooms

Please bring your own towels.

Dimensions

5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)

2 rooms

Bedroom 1 x Double bed
Bedroom 2 x Bunk bed

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Car 2 included, 2 max.
Duvets and pillows 6 included, 6 max.
Fridge 1 included, 1 max.

Barbecue
Bed guard
Campers' kitchen
Coffee maker
Cooker
Cooking equipment
Dining table and chairs
Freezer
Full kitchen
Gas and electricity included
Kettle
Kitchen corner or kitchenette
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Verandah

Other restrictions

Arrival days

No availability on our site

Reviews

would recommend this site to a friend

would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

A gem of a campsite.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Tamara C. Jun 2023

2 bedroom safari tent

Liked: We loved our stay at this lovely campsite. The Villatent was comfortable and really well presented. Excellent quality throughout. Comfortable beds, and spaces you could really enjoy, whatever the weather was doing. Plenty for the kids to do too.

David and Claire are terrific hosts, warm, friendly and there to help.

Would definitely return.

Recommend to friends Visit again

An amazing base to explore the Alps with fabulous hosts !!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Stuart R. Sept 2022

2 bedroom safari tent

Liked: Unbelievable views , the campsite hosts who are so friendly ( David makes the best Irish coffee if you ask him !) … the home cooked pizzas by wonderful Claire … the spotlessly clean toilet, shower and washing up areas ( 5* service from the cleaner !!) , the surrounding areas to explore, this campsite is a great base to visit many areas , great hiking, rafting and cycling opportunities around , the view from the campsite outdoor dining area , would have no hesitation in recommending this site and hope to visit again one day !… the tent we stayed in was fabulous too ! Comfy bed and well stocked kitchen ( utensils) !

Disliked: Nothing !!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 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

Themes

Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Villatent at Camping River

Le Martinet

Le Four à Chaux

Méolans-Revel

Alpes-de-Haute-Provence

France

04340

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

44.39694°N
6.48972°W

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

Don’t worry if you don’t know where to start with the outdoor activities – there are plenty of activity centres around here that can help you sort your days out, and provide you with all the kit and instruction you need. Barcelonnette (15 minutes’ drive) is a good place to hunt out such things, and it’s got a good golf course too for those who fancy something a little easier-going. For family days out, try the treetop courses at Le Parc des Écureuils (20 minutes), meet the marmots and big birds at Serre-Ponçon Animal Park (20 minutes) or fling yourselves across the inflatable assault course at Aquaparc Embrun (40 minutes). If the kids have got a head for history (or you think they should), take them to roam around the Vauban citadel in Seyne-les-Alpes (half an hour) or aim for Musée de la Vallée - La Sapinière (15 minutes), which has some good displays about local lifestyles of the past.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

All guests spending the night at the park must present their ID at the reception desk and sign registration forms.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.

Changes to your holiday

Changes cannot be made once you have booked.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Hired accommodation

Hired accommodation: €150.00 damage/cleanliness/bracelet deposit is required on arrival and will be refunded on departure after inspection of your unit should no damage/losses be found.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Vehicles

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

General

Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The bar is open between 17/04 and 12/10.
The grocery shop is open between 17/07 and 20/08.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Pool

The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 01/09 (subject to weather conditions).

General

The restaurant is open between 17/07 and 20/08.

Dogs

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).

General

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Payment terms

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Villatent at Camping River have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
Is Villatent at Camping River dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Villatent at Camping River? Don’t worry if you don’t know where to start with the outdoor activities – there are plenty of activity centres around here that can help you sort your days out, and provide … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Villatent at Camping River?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 4 p.m. – Anytime

Depart by: 10 a.m.

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