Chalets d'Arbres
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- Peaceful and verdant Ardèche site five minutes’ drive from Darbres
- River canyoning and Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche both 45 minutes’ drive
- Timber lodges with barbecues in private gardens; pool and play area
When you’re looking to dodge the crowds that flock to the well-trodden Ardèche tourist haunts, escape to Chalets d’Arbres, a peaceful hideaway set at 500 metres, tucked among greenery and backed by forested hills. It’s five minutes’ drive from the tiny Rhône-Alpes village of Darbres, and accommodation is in eco-friendly timber-framed chalets sleeping up to eight guests, each with kitchens, open-plan living space and ensuite shower rooms.
Moving outside, all the units have covered decking with a picnic table and chairs, a barbecue and a small private garden planted with wild flowers – just the place to reset surrounded by nature. Sustainability is a big issue at this site, which features natural waste water treatment, solar panels and compost bins to help preserve the spectacular Ardèche landscapes.
A playground sits under the shade of trees, and other amenities include a heated pool and woodfired hot tub. To taste local produce, a 10-minute stroll takes you to the local farm to buy goat’s cheese, and you can pick up other regional goodies at the Monday evening market in Darbres, which kicks off at 5.30pm and ends with live music.
If you want to enjoy your holiday right up to the last minute, there’s an end-of-stay cleaning service available for an extra cost. The site owners are happy to advise on sightseeing trips too.
Site type
7 Open now 
Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- 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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Open from Mon, 01 Jun to
Pitch types & availability
10 
Yellow 1 bedroom lodge (four person)
4 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch 1 bedroomDimensions: 16.4ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom €235,20 (€235,20)
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Blue 1 bedroom lodge (six person)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 1 bedroomDimensions: 16.4ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom €247,20 (€247,20)
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Orange 1 bedroom lodge (six person)
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 1 bedroomDimensions: 16.4ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom €247,20 (€247,20)
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White 2 bedroom lodge (eight person)
8 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 23ft width × 23ft length
Arrival daysFrom €313,20 (€313,20)
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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 TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Chalets d'Arbres
360 Chemin des Pradinasses
Darbres
Ardèche
France
07170
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44,64638°N
4,50887°E
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
The Ardèche region is a paradise for active bods. You can get out on biking and hiking routes – and swim in the Auzon River – straight from the site, and for something a bit more hardcore, go canyoning along the Gorges de la Besorgues (45 minutes’ drive). Other sporty ideas for family days out include the zipwires and via ferrata climbing routes at the Entertainment Adventure Camp (45 minutes), and you can test your fitness levels on obstacle courses at Accroche Toi Aux Branches in Jaujac (40 minutes).
There’s an abundance of caves to explore locally, all with a profusion of limestone stalactites and stalagmites. The caverns at Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche (45 minutes) showcase replica cave paintings from Neolithic times, and the Grotte de la Madeleine (an hour) features a spectacular sound-and-light show among its bizarre, millennia-old rock formations.
Kids will love the dinosaur trail at Aven Marzal (an hour), where you can book guided tours on steep paths through caverns. If you have younger offspring, test their brain power to escape the giant wooden maze at Parc de Loisirs Mad Maze (50 minutes), or take them to cuddle the friendly donkeys at Parc Animalier de Lussas petting zoo (10 minutes).
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Chalets d'Arbres have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Chalets d'Arbres dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Chalets d'Arbres? The Ardèche region is a paradise for active bods. You can get out on biking and hiking routes – and swim in the Auzon River – straight from the site, and for … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Chalets d'Arbres?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Chalets d'Arbres? From R4 363,31 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.