4 stars and above: Lodges and log cabins in Auvergne

Domaine Estiva

• Secluded accommodation on the border between Cantal and Aveyron
• A 10-minute drive to Lapeyrugue; 15 to Aubrac Regional Natural Park
• Outdoor pool with unobstructed rural views; massages and farm animals

Camping Val Saint Jean

Camping de Vaubarlet

• Family site adjacent to the Dunières river
• Bouncy castle, kids' activities and evening entertainment
• Pools, bar terrace and restaurant

Camping Royat

• At the foot of the Puy de Dôme in the thermal town of Royat
• Within easy reach of the volcanoes and the Vulcania park
• Café/restaurant, cosy central lodge, free wifi and bike hire

Camping La Ribeyre

• In the medieval village of Murol with its own private lake
• Swim in the lake, indoor pool or outdoor waterpark
• Canoe and bike hire, snack bar, bar, beach and massages

Camping La Rochelambert

• In a wildlife haven close to a river, 5 mins' drive from Saint-Paulien
• Quiet family-friendly park 20 minutes' drive from Le Puy-en-Velay
• Pool, paddling pool, snack bar and playground

Village Vacances Les Demeures du Lac

• Scenic lakeside site in the Livradois-Forez Regional Natural Park
• On Saint-Rémy-sur-Durolle's outskirts, a 15-minute drive from Thiers
• Outdoor swimming pool, wifi, bar, restaurant and essentials shop

Camping Les Murmures du Lignon

• Family-friendly riverside site in four acres of protected forest
• 20 minutes' walk from the little town of Tence for steam train trips
• Outdoor pool, paddling pool, games room, playground and pétanque