Les Petites Martinies
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- Small and quiet site on an old farm in the Charente countryside
- Angoulême and Caves Quéroy within half an hour's drive
- Massages on site; barbecue available for guests to borrow
Chill out in the Charente countryside – Les Petites Martinies is a small, calm and quiet site where you’ll be able to soak up the serene surroundings of a lovely natural meadow that’s part of an old farm.
Your hosts Julien and Mirjam are keen to preserve the quiet rural vibe of the place, so they’ve steered clear of installing lots of facilities, preferring instead to enhance the guest experience by focusing on the essentials. With that in mind, there’s a comfortable modern toilet block with facilities for guests with reduced mobility, and various other handy additions including picnic tables and a barbecue (available to borrow free of charge). Mirjam’s also a trained masseuse so you may be able to request a massage if you need a bit of help getting properly relaxed.
This is a proper countryside location, surrounded by green farmland and with the small village of Magnac-Lavalette-Villars about five minutes’ drive away. Bigger urban spaces aren’t far off though – Villebois-Lavalette (which has a supermarket) is 10 minutes’ drive away, and the attractive city of Angoulême about half an hour.
Prefer the rural life? There are plenty of options for countryside activities and attractions nearby, whether you choose to explore your Charente surroundings or cross into the neighbouring Dordogne for hikes in the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park.
Campground type
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Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (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.
- 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.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
Open from Mon, Apr 7 to
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I chose this site as a halfway point on my way from…
Power optional grass campsite
Liked I chose this site as a halfway point on my way from the ferry to the Pyrennees so only stayed 1 night.
Nice quite grassy site. No pitches marked out, just pitch wherever you want.
Disliked The ownership/management was a bit odd. No one in the house when I arrived, then several hours later a young woman got out of a motorhome and came over with a card machine. There was another couple with a child there who seemed to be with her, and there was very much a feeling of ownership about them. There was a friendly cat on site which the man at one point fired his water pistol at. On the whole they made me feel uncomfortable and as if I was intruding on their private campsite.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club Massages On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote locationUtilities
Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Step-free or level accessNearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearbyLocation
Les Petites Martinies
2 Rue de la Petite Martinie
Magnac-Lavalette-Villars
Charente
France
16320
Directions Timezone
Europe/Paris +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
45.51688°N
0.28222°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
There are plenty of places to get out for a walk around here, whether you’re hoping for a long hike through the scenery of the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park (15 minutes’ drive) or a more gentle stroll around some of the area’s historic buildings.
If you’re more in the mood for the latter, plan trips to Château de Villebois-Lavalette (10 minutes), a large site where restoration works are ongoing and various cultural events take place through the year, and the grand Château de la Mercerie (also 10 minutes). There’s also the chance to have a fascinating underground walk at Caves Quéroy (25 minutes) or to explore the man-made caves at Les cluzeaux d’Argentine (15 minutes).
Angoulême (half an hour) is well worth a day out too – the city is nicknamed the ‘balcony of the southwest’ because of its elevated position, and it has some lovely views across the surrounding area. It’s a very arty place too, with lots of street art to look out for and the fabulous Musée de la Bande Dessinée to visit.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Les Petites Martinies have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Les Petites Martinies dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Les Petites Martinies? There are plenty of places to get out for a walk around here, whether you’re hoping for a long hike through the scenery of the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park (15 minutes’ drive) … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Les Petites Martinies?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Les Petites Martinies? From $16.77 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.