How much does it cost to stay at Camping du Bois de St Hilaire?

From €20.10 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Camping du Bois de St Hilaire

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Peaceful camping set in natural woodland
Friendly English-speaking owners with local knowledge
30 kilometres from Futuroscope theme park

Rest and relaxation? Peace and blessed quiet? The team at family-run Camping du Bois de St Hilaire in the Vienne department of Chalandray reckon they can manage that for you as the site is in the calm seven-hectare forest of Saint Hilaire, in a peaceful part of the Poitou-Charentes province close to the medieval towns of Parthenay and Poitiers. This small and friendly site is just the ticket for families and dog owners, with plenty of scenic walks straight from the gates. A pool, play area, tennis courts, pétanque, a games room and miniature golf are all on site; a bar is open daily and wood-fired pizzas are served twice weekly. The modern amenities at Camping du Bois de St Hilaire are centrally located and include thermostatically controlled showers, washrooms and toilets, all maintained to high standards.

Site type

Open now

Tourist board rating

Please note

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).
The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 21/09 (subject to weather conditions).
Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Fri, 4 Apr to Tue, 30 Sept 2025

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Pitch has plenty of space, shade and sunny patches

Astroturf all around the pool area so you can't slip, genius !

I asked for my well done and it was amazing 😋

Super camping, tous y est. Les propriétaires sont très à l'écoute et…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Aug 2024

2 bedroom safari tent

Liked: Super camping, tous y est. Les propriétaires sont très à l'écoute et disponible. Rien ne manquait. Je vous le recommande

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite - definitely worth a visit!

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Catherine S. Aug 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Lovely campsite, friendly owners.

Great rural location, good for bikes rides around the area.

Pool was great too!

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From the manager: Many thanks Catherine. It was lovely to meet you all.

No volvería.

Overall	4/10
Location	4
Value for money	4
Accommodation	4
Facilities / Activities	2
Customer service	2
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	2
Wifi	2

Isabel C. Aug 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Nada en especial. Quizás los croassants que puedes encargar para recoger a primera hora, pero tampoco son una maravilla. Es un camping tranquilo.

Disliked: El camping está dejado. Es imposible ducharse. Solo hay tres duchas disponibles y la presión del agua y la falta de alcachofa de ducha hacen imposible tomar una ducha sin que te duela la espalda. Las parcelas tienen hoyos y poca vegetación. La piscina es minúscula, solo para niños.

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From the manager: Many thanks for your review. We are sorry that you didn't enjoy your overnight stay. We have put a lot of care attention and money into renovating the campsite over the last 8 years so it is certainly not neglected.
We have 5 high pressure showers with very large rainheads and unlimited hot water. We are often told that they are the best showers people have come across when camping in France.
The swimming pool is 14m x 7m whch is usually fine for our small site.
Finally the pitches are grassy and each pitch is edged by hedges and trees.
Are you sure you reviewed the right campsite???

Beautiful and peaceful.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Norma C. Aug 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Beautiful and peaceful.

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Many thanks for your review. We're very happy that you enjoyed your stay.

The kids’ favourite ever site in France!

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Angela D. Aug 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Fantastic site which does all the detail well. Stayed twice as long as we planned to!
Outstanding in the provision for older kids.
Owners relaxed but attentive.
Best campsite showers ever, clean toilets, food and drink offerings perfect. Swimming pool is great .
Loved how the sports and games are nearly all free, and balls and equipment provided.
It’s extremely good value for money and lots of extras are included free (Wi-Fi, water cooler, etc)
Huge tent pitch with lots of shade.
Sociable bar area but site was quiet after 11ish.

Disliked: We struggled a little with finding things to do in the area .
Also the road noise was annoying when the site is so peaceful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful site with clean facilities friendly staff and huge pitches

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Value for money	10
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Customer service	10
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Cleanliness	10
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Hannah P. Aug 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Warm and friendly welcome from the lovely owners. Nice little bar on site, clean showers and toilets on a quiet and well maintained site.
Huge pitches with electric hook up.
Would certainly recommend and go back if in the area.

Disliked: Nothing!

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From the manager: Thanks for your review. We really appreciate it and hope to see you again.

First of all, let me say that those fries were the finest…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Geoffrey H. Aug 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: First of all, let me say that those fries were the finest I’ve ever eaten.
The pitch was lovely, green and shady. Site was peaceful and right amongst woodland with great amenities and lots to do for kids. Pool was also nice.

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From the manager: Glad you enjoyed the fries!!! Thanks so much for your review.

Rural French site. Very British vibe

Overall	8/10
Location	6
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Sarah P. Aug 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Rural site in middle of France run by very friendly English couple. Accommodation all no frills but spotlessly clean and did the job perfectly

Disliked: Night life was very noisy for young children trying to sleep

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From the manager: Many thanks for your review. Usually the campsite is very quiet but in high season when the site is full, it can be a little noisy at times around the bar area.

Brilliant for all family types or as a couple.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Scott M. Jul 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: The site is lovely and green. The pitch was perfect, the hosts were so friendly and welcoming. The facilities are brilliant. We will definitely be coming back within the next few holidays.
Pizzas made by the daughter were so tasty too!

Disliked: None

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From the manager: Many thanks Scott. Looking forward to seeing you next time!

Great four night stay

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Martin B. Jul 2024

Electric optional grass pitch

Liked: Everything, huge pitch, hot water,
great bar with cold beer on tap, Great site for families with lots going on day and night, impressed by chickens sleeping up the trees.
Friendly hosts who quickly made us feel welcome and part of the community.
Definitely return if in the area again.
Would certainly recommend.

Disliked: Nothing

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From the manager: Many thanks for your review. Hope to see you again.

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 Pétanque TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Forest Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 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 Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point Tourer storage facilities

Location

Camping du Bois de St Hilaire

Route de la Gare

Chalandray

Vienne

France

86190

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

46.6668°N
-0.00245°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

Wine and cognac, old old towns, and theme parks featuring the past and the future are what you might like to dive into first around Camping du Bois de St Hilaire, along with the many local marked paths for walking and biking. A couple of other early stops should be the Poitou-Charentes capital of Poitiers for its medieval centre and nights in its many student-friendly pubs; and the old fortified town of Parthenay, also with a medieval centre as well as ancient town walls, a 13th-century gateway and medieval timber-framed houses. The old port city of La Rochelle is an hour and a half away on the west coast. The theme park of Puy du Fou will let littlies feel they're in the past at its medieval town, Viking fortress and replica amphitheatre; to feel what the future might be like, take them to Futuroscope, about 30 kilometres from base.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.

Dogs

Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.

Hired accommodation

Hired accommodation: €250.00 damage/cleanliness/bracelet deposit is required on arrival and will be refunded on departure after inspection of your unit should no damage/losses be found.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Safety

No charcoal barbecues allowed.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 11 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..

Pool

Only park guests are authorised to use the pool.

Safety

Open fires are prohibited.

Pool

Please note there is no lifeguard on duty.

General

Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.

Reception

Reception is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. between 08/04 and 30/09.

Vehicles

The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Pool

The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/06 and 21/09 (subject to weather conditions).

Dogs

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).

General

The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Vehicles

Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.

Visitors

Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Hired accommodation

Your unit must be left clean and tidy; a fine of €50.00 will be charged for unclean units upon departure.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Frequently asked questions

Does Camping du Bois de St Hilaire have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
Is Camping du Bois de St Hilaire dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Camping du Bois de St Hilaire? Wine and cognac, old old towns, and theme parks featuring the past and the future are what you might like to dive into first around Camping du Bois de St Hilaire, along … Read more

When can I check in and check out of Camping du Bois de St Hilaire?

Camping and touring
Arrive:	noon –	9 p.m.
Depart by:	noon
On-site accommodation
Arrive:	4 p.m. –	9 p.m.
Depart by:	10 a.m.

How much does it cost to stay at Camping du Bois de St Hilaire? From €20.10 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.