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Camping La Caille

No reviews yet · ~EUR 8 / night (typical night)$$$$$
+33 4 70 48 06 36[email protected]

Camping La Caille is a simple, natural campsite located in the Bocage Bourbonnais region near Saint-Menoux in the Allier department of France. Situated across 1.5 hectares with 6 unmarked pitches, guests can choose between sunny or shaded spots with some isolation from others. The property functions as an educational farm and ecolocation offering both camping and rentable wooden accommodation, with a focus on permaculture, farm life, and creative workshops inspired by Waldorf-Steiner pedagogy. Facilities include a shared kitchen area with cooker and fridge, dining shelter, indoor sanitary facilities (toilets, showers, sinks), and access to a food forest, gardens, and farm animals. The surrounding Bocage region features historic sites, thermal spas, châteaux, and outdoor activities along the Allier River. (via official site)

Tents Motorhomes Cabins & rentals Car access Bike-friendly

Rates & prices

Prices as published on Camping La Caille’s official website (EUR).

ItemPrice
PitchEUR 8 per night
Adults (12+)EUR 4 per person per night
Children (3-12 years)EUR 3 per child per night
ElectricityEUR 2 per night
LaundryEUR 5
Association membershipadultsEUR 1
Tourist taxEUR 0.22 per adult per night

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Camping La Caille, from its official website.

Booking & season

ParkingFree parking available
Online booking systemOpenpro reservations coming soon; currently book via email or phone

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches6
Pitch layout6 unmarked pitches across 1.5 hectares; campers can choose sunny or shaded spots with some isolation from others
Motorhome restrictionsLightweight motorhomes only; must be approved in advance

Facilities & services

Kitchen facilitiesShared kitchen corner with cooker, fridge, tables and benches
Sanitary facilitiesIndoor toilets, showers, sinks; external dish-washing area
Activities and recreationAtelier Cocon creative workshop, games, outdoor activities (stilts, croquet), garden participation, animal care visits, playground (swings, sandbox, wading pool), volleyball court, pétanque ground, stream walking paths
Farm featuresFood forest, mandala garden, vegetable gardens, farm animals (sheep, rabbits, chickens), woodworking workshop, wood and stables

Location & access

Nearby amenitiesArtisanal organic bakery 10 min by bike; weekly bio market Saturday mornings in Bourbon-l'Archambault; community gift economy center 15 min walk; biodynamic farm 15 min walk; Steiner School 5 min by bike
Regional attractionsBocage Bourbonnais region features thermal spa, medieval fortress, châteaux, Buddhist pagoda, and water activities along the Allier River within 15-30 km

Rules & policies

PetsPets allowed with prior authorization required

Good to know

Property ethosEducational farm combining permaculture, wellness retreats, and creative workshops inspired by Waldorf-Steiner pedagogy; welcomes school groups and WWOOF volunteers

Facilities & details

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Capacity6
Tents
Toilets
Showers

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🏞️ Attractions

Allées Montespan
Allées MontespanParks & play5.8 km · ~10 min driveDirections ↗
Jardin de la maison des chanoines
Jardin de la maison des chanoinesAttractions

La maison des chanoines est située à Bourbon-l'Archambault (France).

6.8 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about Camping La Caille.

Can I bring pets to the campsite?

Yes, but you must ask for authorization beforehand by contacting [email protected] or +33 (0)4 70 48 06 36.

What types of motorized vehicles are allowed?

Lightweight motorhomes are permitted with prior approval. Full-size caravans are not mentioned as allowed.

Is electricity available at the pitches?

Yes, electricity is available for €2 per night.

What accommodation options are available besides camping?

The property offers a wooden house (Maison en Bois) available at €90 per night (minimum 3-night stay) or €550 per week, with optional linen and pillow/duvet rentals available.

How do I make a reservation?

Online reservations through Openpro will be available soon. Currently, contact directly via email ([email protected]) or phone (+33 (0)4 70 48 06 36), with email preferred.

Can I pitch a tent at Camping La Caille?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are there toilets at Camping La Caille?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Camping La Caille?

Yes, showers are available.

How many sites does Camping La Caille have?

Camping La Caille has around 6 pitches.

What languages are spoken at Camping La Caille?

Staff at Camping La Caille speak French.

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