La Maison dans la Forêt
- Peaceful site in 100 acres of private forest in the Midi-Pyrénées
- A 20-minute drive from the Sidobre; easy access from the D55
- Foraging workshops and nature walks available; river swims close by
If you’ve ever dreamed of immersing yourself in peaceful forest surroundings but the idea of having to navigate lots of narrow little roads puts you off a bit, you need to take a look at La Maison dans la Forêt.
As the name suggests, this Midi-Pyrénées site is tucked away in a private 100-acre natural forest, with a fabulously peaceful atmosphere and gorgeous views all around. It’s a place where you’ll really be able to soak up that rural vibe – taking walks along the property’s footpaths, taking a dip in the river five minutes’ walk away, fishing for crayfish at the old mill and sourcing fresh water from the natural well 200 metres away.
Want to deepen your experience even further? Your hosts Elise and Max offer edible plant and mushroom identification walks and workshops, and can also organise tennis lessons for kids aged three and over. If you’d prefer just to relax, that’s fine too – there’s a lovely sheltered relaxation deck that’s got hammocks, comfy seating, a solar shower and space to do yoga.
With all this on site, it’s likely to feel like you’ve travelled a long way from civilisation – but in fact this site is very easy to get to, as it’s just a short way off the D55 main road about five minutes’ drive from the village of Vabre (a handy place to source self-catering supplies or something from the café). Being so near the road also means you’ll easily be able to get out to explore the area – one of the local highlights is the Sidobre, the largest granite plateau in Europe (20 minutes’ drive away).
Campground type
5
2
1Opens May 1
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.- A charge of €2.00 ($2.16) applies for the use of the shower.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- Bookings must not be for more than 30 consecutive nights.
- No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Dogs are not allowed during high season between 05/01 and 10/01.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 16 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 3 different households.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
French
German
Spanish
Open from Thu, May 1 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive forest floor tent campsite
5 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Site size: Max 8.0m width x 10.0m depth (26.2ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom €10 (€10) 1 night, 2 adults
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Cabin
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 5.0m width x 4.0m length (16.4ft width x 13.1ft length) Calculated area: 20.0m² (215.3ft²)
Arrival days
No availability on our siteView prices & book
Sanglier cabin
1 person maximum Dimensions: 3.0m width x 2.0m length (9.8ft width x 6.6ft length) Calculated area: 6.0m² (64.6ft²)
Arrival days No availability on our siteView prices & book
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
Aire Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Level campground, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
La Maison dans la Forêt
Lieu dit Rocalet
Vabre
Tarn
France
81330
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
43.68101°N
2.41271°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
Once you’ve warmed up with a stroll around the site’s own footpaths, you can head out to hike along one of the three trails that leave from the site (including a very easy one) or explore one of the 60 or so trails around Vabre. All sorts of scenic views await, including waterfalls and green hills.
The most famed views around here, though, are at the Sidobre (20 minutes’ drive). The huge stones at this place (said to be the largest granite plateau in Europe) are hugely impressive, and intriguing too. How did they end up perched on top of each other like this? Legend has it they were thrown there by the gods…
For other outings nearby, there’s a tennis court and swimming pool in the village, or you could set off to meet the big cats at The Three Valleys Zoo (20 minutes). There’s also a chance to learn about the big skies above at Planète Tarn (20 minutes), which offers planetarium shows, workshops and night hikes (book your activities here in advance).
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Nearest campgrounds
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Frequently asked questions
- Does La Maison dans la Forêt have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is La Maison dans la Forêt dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near La Maison dans la Forêt? Once you’ve warmed up with a stroll around the site’s own footpaths, you can head out to hike along one of the three trails that leave from the site (including a very … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of La Maison dans la Forêt?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please let the site know your expected time of arrival, and send a text message half an hour before you arrive, so someone can be ready to meet you.
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