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General
- Small relaxed site in scenic setting next to vineyards and forest
- Table d'hote and barbecues in the orchard; evenings round the firepit
- Pool, pétanque competitions and resident donkeys
Small, friendly and eco-friendly Domaine Le Poteau in the Gers department was opened in early 2017 by friendly hosts Fiona and Alasdair. Having broken away from full-time kitchen work, trained chef Alasdair now delights in using local produce to prep fresh meals for guests to take away, and the couple hosts dinner evenings in the orchard three times a week, with a fab four-course French menu served as dusk falls.
As it's France, you may also care to check out the local produce – easily sorted here too as Le Poteau is next to an Armagnac vineyard, and close to the wine-producing district of Côtes de Gascogne. And as it's France, you may then need to burn some gastronomic calories off… also a cinch, as the Midi-Pyrénées has around 30,000 kilometres of footpaths to tackle including loads of local routes.
Domaine Le Poteau is a short walk from the medieval village of Castelnau-d'Auzan, on a hillside and in a wildlife haven, with well-maintained grounds and plenty of shaded spots. Its facilities include communal firepits, a play area and a pool for swims – or lazy floats, depending on how much French cuisine you've sampled…
Finally, you must tackle pétanque while here, as the site's weekly competition offers 'disappointing and mildly insulting' prizes for the victorious: obviously you should go all out to win.
Open from 05/01/2022 to 09/30/2022
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
✓ French
Please note
The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
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Max. persons: 6 x
One RV or Class B motorhome or Camper trailer or Tent or Camper allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 11.0m width x 13.0m depth (36.1ft width x 42.7ft depth) Calculated area: 143.0m² (1539.2ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Bring a gazebo
Max. persons: 4 x
Dimensions: 3.6m width x 7.0m length (11.6ft width x 23.0ft length) Calculated area: 24.9m² (267.5ft²)
Reviews
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On arrival, warm welcome with minimal formalities and two glasses …
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Clean facilities, good pitch friendly donkeys
From the manager...
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting you both. |
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Delightful small. quiet, wooded site in lovely surroundings amidst the …
From the manager...
Many thanks for the lovely review. We really enjoyed meeting you and hope you will drop in while on future adventures!! |
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Excellent site for couples, very good facilities and lovely owners
From the manager...
Thank you for your kind words. We really enjoyed meeting you and look forward to you dropping in in years to come. |
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Fantastic quiet clean campsite
From the manager...
Thank you for your lovely review. It was so nice to meet you both and we do hope to see you again. Hope your next adventure goes well. |
Features
Coronavirus
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Check-in: one group at a time
Deep cleaning of accommodation units between guests
Disinfectant sprays and wipes provided
Hand sanitizing stations
More frequent emptying of bins
Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning
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
Pétanque
Recreation room/arcade
TV room
Takeout
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on park
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Free wifi
Grocery store
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundromat
Parent & baby washroom
Payphone
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Restrooms
Shower available
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue grills allowed
Barbecue provided
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Camping 2.0
Pre-erected tents
Themes
Gastronomic delight
Hikers’ paradise
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Communal fridge
Dump station
Electric car charging point(s)
Propane/gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Nearby farmers' market
Public transportation nearby
Type
Small (11-25 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Leisure/theme park nearby
Outdoor pool nearby
Restaurant nearby
Tennis nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Local attractions
It's about a kilometre from here to Castelnau-d'Auzan on the edge of Landes forest, among hiking, cycling and mountain bike trails, and within easy reach of a three-hectare lake for fishing and boating. The village is surrounded by vineyards if you're up for investigating the local vino; call into the tourist office for info, or ask Fiona and Alasdair for their tips on local tours.
For sightseeing days, the medieval town (and Armagnac producers) of Condom can be reached in about 30 minutes, and department capital Auch in just over an hour. Closer to home, the handsome town of Montréal or Montréal-du-Gers is within 15 minutes.
Other options for days out include Guinlet golf course, about 10 minutes' drive away, races and a driving school at Circuit Paul Armagnac in Nogoro (35 minutes), or the swimming and adventure park at Lac d'Aignan and boat tours and châteaux in Nérac, all within 40-45 minutes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
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| Arrive: | 10 a.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 1 p.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 4 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 10:30 a.m. | |
Domaine Le Poteau cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
Deposit transferable during COVID-19.
The remainder is payable direct to Domaine Le Poteau on arrival.
Tax
Local city tax of €0,20 (R3,42) per person per night at least age 16 is not included and must be paid on arrival.
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- How much is payable upfront? A 15% transferable deposit is payable when you book, with the balance payable on arrival. Read more
- Does Domaine Le Poteau have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Domaine Le Poteau dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Domaine Le Poteau? It's about a kilometre from here to Castelnau-d'Auzan on the edge of Landes forest, among hiking, cycling and mountain bike trails, and within easy reach of a three-hectare lake for fishing and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Domaine Le Poteau?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Domaine Le Poteau? From R309,15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Hi John,
Thank you so much for your very kind review.
It was great to host you both and we hope to see you again soon - there's always a glass of wine ready for you.
Alasdair