Fonclaire

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Swimming pool
Pitches on site
Pool
New shower block

  • Small and quiet site with fishing lake, on a former farm in Limousin
  • Monts de Blond within 10 minutes' drive; 40 minutes to Limoges
  • A 10-minute drive from Bellac: restaurants, shops and river walks
Catch a carp, hail the herons and cycle up the Monts de Blond from Fonclaire, a small and secluded site in the Limousin region. The landscape in this part of central France is a gentle one: forest-covered hills interspersed with multiple lakes, rivers and streams, and the odd castle rearing up from the granite. Fonclaire makes a fine base to see it all from… deer often wander through the pastures of this former farm, while herons and buzzards flap and soar overhead. Aquatic antics are the name of the game on site: there's an outdoor pool for the splashers and swimmers, while anglers can hang out at the private (catch and release) carp fishing lake (rods and tackle can be provided for a small deposit). Outdoor board games, bike hire, a play area and badminton are also available for guests, along with an amenities block with wheelchair-accessible toilets and showers. For those who might be more into wandering, the trés belle town of Bellac is 10 minutes' drive away, with restaurants, shops and river walks down the Vincou, or you could head to the lovely lakes at Cieux (20 minutes) and Saint-Pardoux (40 minutes) for canoeing and kayaking. Market days make a great opportunity for picking up a picnic, and the riverbanks a prime spot for eating your foraged wares…

Site type

Rent a tent 1
Touring caravan pitches 8
Tent pitches 8
Motorhome pitches 8
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. 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.
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 30/09 (subject to weather conditions).
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
  • The site cannot accept payment by credit card.

Languages spoken

English

French

German

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

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Reviews

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98% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a peaceful, family-run site with large pitches and spacious grounds. Visitors praised the friendly, approachable English-speaking owners, the clean and well-maintained facilities, and the excellent swimming pool area. Amenities include a fishing lake, BBQ area, and a communal kitchen with fridge/freezer. Some minor points noted were dated shower facilities, though they are clean and functional, and the need for some cosmetic improvements. The site is considered good value and many reviewers expressed a desire to return.

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Lovely pool, smart new clean showers,…

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Martin P.

Electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely pool, smart new clean showers, quiet peaceful site.
Owners very helpful

Disliked Nothing

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Très bon emplacement douche toilettes très…

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Flore L.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Très bon emplacement douche toilettes très propres pour manger et prendre son petit déjeuner un coin super sympa très agréable les propriétaires super sympa très gentil très accueillants

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Excelente atención, muy amables. Instalaciones es…

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Yolitza M.

Electric grass pitch

Liked Excelente atención, muy amables. Instalaciones es perfecto estado. Piscina y baños impecables.

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Overall a great site to explore the area.

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Anonymous

Electric grass pitch

Liked The space, peace and quiet. The pitch was under trees, great for hot weather but a lot of acorns and branches landing on the roof of the caravan made you jump in the middle of the night. The site has all that was needed, plenty of very hot water, good showers and toilets in the barn, USB points, a large cooker and microwave as well as outdoor eating and BBQ area. Options for breakfasts, a great idea- nice touch.

Disliked The ground is very uneven in parts so not great for those with mobility issues.

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l'accueil,les grands emplacements ombragés, le calme…

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patrick c.

Electric grass pitch

Liked l'accueil,les grands emplacements ombragés, le calme et les équipements mis à disposition.

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Friendly and super helpful staff. Great…

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katie M.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Friendly and super helpful staff. Great pitches, lovely pool, great brand new toilet block with hot showers and loo roll! BBQ area and loads of space for kids to run around in

Disliked Only maybe a better play park for the young kids to play on but not essential

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Helpful and friendly staff. Excellent facilities. Cleanest…

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Elizabeth B.

Electric grass pitch

Liked Helpful and friendly staff.
Excellent facilities. Cleanest toilets we have seen in France.

Disliked Nil.

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Would stay here again!

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Anonymous

Electric grass pitch

Liked Swimming pool , open pitches friendly welcome and ease of access for bigger vans . Nice new clean toilets

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Alles! Een warm welkom, prachtige locatie,…

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BenE L.

Electric grass pitch

Liked Alles! Een warm welkom, prachtige locatie, schoon sanitair, zelfs mogelijkheden om te koken en een mooi zwembad.

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What a place

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Shane J.

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked We had a amazing stay at Fonclaire great value for money site is very spacious staff are friendly facilities are clean they even have a outdoor kitchen showers are hot the pond is great fun for the kids fishing equipment to use free of charge very well stocked with fish and frogs there is woodland for you to explore football table tennis and swings something for everyone what a lovely place thank you guys

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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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Tourer storage facilities

Location

Fonclaire

Blond

Haute-Vienne

France

87300

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

46.05688°N
0.97886°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 town of Blond five minutes’ drive away is the gateway to the Monts de Blond, an enclave of granite mountains covered in forest and teeming with wildlife. Many of the Limousin’s famed 7,700 kilometres of bike trails thread their way through and around this area; overheated bikers and hikers can stop off at the clear, refreshing and highly dippable lakes and pools. For town-based adventuring, you can’t do better than the old walled citadel of Rochechouart 45 minutes away, sitting in a dip created by a meteorite (that’s possibly why such a sturdy castle was built here, millions of years later). Wander around here to find the museum of modern art hidden within its thick walls, then up your historical times with a visit to the Roman baths at Chassenon, 40 minutes from the site. Head over to Limoges (40 minutes) to compare their castle (it's heavily castled in this neck of the woods), see the church that took six centuries to finish (builders, eh?) and pick up some porcelain. There are lots of adventure parks in the environs as well: ropes and swinging at Tarz en Arbre, go-kart rides and slides and boat-based antics at Parc Bellevue. Parc du Reynou zoo is within 50 minutes' drive.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Fonclaire have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is Fonclaire dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Fonclaire? The town of Blond five minutes’ drive away is the gateway to the Monts de Blond, an enclave of granite mountains covered in forest and teeming with wildlife. Many of the Limousin’s … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Fonclaire?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Fonclaire? From £17.27 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.