Camp Laurent

View prices & book 9.6 15 reviews
The site is surrounded by greenery (added by manager 19 Oct 2022)
Swimming pool on site
The pool overlooks the fields and woods
Shady pitches looking over the woods

  • Small, friendly adults-only site by the River Charente
  • English-run in a peaceful setting close to St Laurent de Ceris
  • Canoeing, fishing, pool and plenty of peaceful riverside spots
Wash away your troubles and stresses at the peaceful adults-only Camp Laurent, an English-run site on the banks of the Charente river, just outside Saint-Laurent-de-Céris in the south west of France. It’s easy to get out and about from here, as the spot's on one of the region’s many cycling routes and there are more than 1,000 kilometres of trails in the surrounding area – rent a bike from the park and get in that saddle. Prefer to bask by the water? No problem: there’s easy river access at the bottom of a wooded bank, a prime place for four-legged friends to cool off at this dog-friendly site. If you’re hanging around on the grounds, there are plenty of peaceful riverside spots where you can sit with a glass of wine and watch the butterflies flitting around in spring and summer, or you can cool off on hot days in the on-site pool. Camp Laurent is just under five kilometres from Saint-Laurent-de-Céris, where you can grab some grub at the market or boulangerie, or sit down to a meal at the bar-restaurant. If you’re angling to fish in the Charente while you’re in the area, pick up a temporary permit at the boulangerie while you’re in town.

Site type

Tent pitches 4
Touring caravan pitches 3
Motorhome pitches 3
Open now
Opens 1 June
Please note
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 et 30/09 (subject to weather conditions).
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Sat, 01 Jun to

Open from Sun, 01 Jun to

Reviews

93%

would recommend this site to a friend

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

A little piece of tranquillity

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Jason C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Camp Laurent - An absolute Slice of Wilderness Without the Roughing It. Camp Laurent is not your average campsite. It's a sanctuary, a secret garden for grown-ups. A place where the gentle hum of nature replaces the cacophony of kids, and where the only disturbance to your tranquillity is the distant cluck of a contented hen. Imagine a sprawling meadow, dotted with a mere ten pitches. No sardine-like squabbles for a spot, just ample elbow room and a sense of blissful isolation. It's as if you've stumbled upon a private camping utopia. And the facilities? The showers are hot, the toilets are spotless, and the swimming pool is an oasis of cool, clear refreshment. It's the kind of place where you can actually have a leisurely float on an adult-sized inflatable rubber ring (provided for you) without fear of tiny terrors diving in trying to capsize the thing 😜. Tracy, Steve, and their adorable sidekick, Stella the French Bulldog, are the perfect hosts. Their warm welcome is like a hug from an old friend. We were even treated to a VIP tour of their farmyard, complete with day old baby ducklings and a mother goose with a protective attitude. The river that meanders through the meadow is a hidden gem. It's a world away from the urban grind, a place to spot frolicking frogs, elusive coypu, and the most beautiful dragonflies that are just hanging out down by the water. Hours slipped by as we watched the world go by, a sense of peace washing over us. Leaving Camp Laurent was like tearing ourselves away from a beloved comfort blanket. It's a place that whispers relaxation, where time slows down and worries evaporate. If you're seeking a camping experience that's as far removed from the crazy crowds as possible, without sacrificing comfort or charm, then Camp Laurent is your Shangri-La. Trust us, your inner child (the grown-up version) will thank you. Thanks you for sharing with us 😁👍 Disclaimer: We WILL be back, with back up.

Disliked: Not alot to dislike, at all.

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Excellent quirt rural site..peace.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Doug C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Fabulous rural site. Pete and Tracey were great hosts. Really enjoyed a relaxing time.

Disliked: Nothing

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Area/surroundings, owners, choice of pitches…

Overall 10/10
Location No rating
Value for money No rating
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service No rating
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness No rating
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Area/surroundings, owners, choice of pitches

Disliked: N/A

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L'espace, l'accueil, la piscine, les oeufs laissés en vente par les propriétaires,…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Pierre-Philippe L. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: L'espace, l'accueil, la piscine, les oeufs laissés en vente par les propriétaires, les informations, etc.

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This was our second trip here and we would go again and…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Elise D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: This was our second trip here and we would go again and again. It’s quiet, spacious, clean and the grounds are fantastic. The small stand alone pool is brill in the heat! X hosts give you space but there to help when needed

Disliked: Nothing

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Super peaceful site just what we needed! The host’s were very helpful

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Tracey M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Lovely peaceful site. A variety of different lounging chairs round by the pool, beautiful! The shower and toilet facilities were very clean. Washing up liquid was provided if needed and there was an honesty box for ice creams and eggs that their chickens & ducks had laid. The nearest village at St Laurent de Ceris had a top restaurant serving delicious food and the owner was super welcoming but the opening hours were limited.

Disliked: There was a huge amount of flies during our visit which proved very annoying. This is a problem that we feel maybe needs to be addressed as we’ve not experienced this before so it could be seasonal!

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Very peaceful campsite , just perfect for chilling out.…

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation No rating
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 10
Clifford B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Very peaceful campsite , just perfect for chilling out.

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Excellent site clean,level with plenty of space Close to amenities

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Michelle L. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Really friendly owners nothing too much trouble Dog friendly Lovely river to sit by

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Great place with lovely walks. Noisy dogs nearby

Overall 6/10
Location 6
Value for money 6
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 4
Wifi 4
Sarah K. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Space and swimming pool

Disliked: Showers and toilets need updating

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Great relaxed atmosphere and friendly helpful host, would definitely recommend...…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Matthew S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric optional grass pitch (comfort)

Liked: Great relaxed atmosphere and friendly helpful host, would definitely recommend...

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Features

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 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

Location

Camp Laurent

Le Fournet

Saint-Laurent-de-Céris

Charente

France

16450

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

45.96098°N
0.52792°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

If hiking and cycling haven’t been enough exercise for you, head to the Haute Charente lakes, 30 minutes from Camp Laurent – follow the trails on horseback or by foot, throw out a line to try your luck at fishing, go kayaking, boating, canoeing or windsurfing, or just relax on one of the sandy beaches. Take a break from the go-go-go by slowing things down for a dive into the history and culture of the area. Visit the stunning châteaux at Rochechouart and Rochefoucauld, both within 35 minutes’ drive of Camp Laurent, or make the trip to the nearby Confolens to wander the medieval streets and – if you time your visit right – join in the August Festival de Folklore. You could also explore the many museums, galleries, theatres and spectacular churches in the town of Angoulême, a 45-minute drive from Camp Laurent, or pay your respects at the famed WWII memorial village of Oradour-sur-Glane. If you have the time and are with a patient driver, the town of Cognac is an hour and a quarter’s drive from the site. While you’re there, do tours and tastings at the Hennessy, Remy Martin and Meukow distilleries and, when you’re finished, test whether you can still walk in a straight line with a visit to the public gardens.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Camp Laurent have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Camp Laurent dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camp Laurent? If hiking and cycling haven’t been enough exercise for you, head to the Haute Charente lakes, 30 minutes from Camp Laurent – follow the trails on horseback or by foot, throw out … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camp Laurent?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  noon –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Camp Laurent? From R545.38 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.