Camp Laurent-Rural Retreat 4 Adults
Hosted by Tracey · 16450, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
10 units · RV, Tent
Idyllic, peaceful, riverside camping for adults
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100% Recommend10 Ratings · 30 reviews
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· September 2025
Super nice campsite and super nice hosts they have everything you need, definitely would recommend 100%
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Jan N.
4 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2025
5 m Class B ·
Natural Spacious Tree Lined Pitch
Lovely quiet adult campsite with cooling pool. The local restaurant was also delicious and friendly.
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Cardiologic O.
2 reviews
Welcoming hosts. A lovely setting with all the amenities you need. Tranquil natural setting. The pool was fab. Clean and well maintained facilities. Surrounding area very pretty and super quiet rides great for cycling. Highly recommend and would definitely visit again.
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Katherine P.
9 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
5 m Class B ·
Natural Spacious Tree Lined Pitch
Great site. Beautiful spot and so peaceful
Only had time for one night stay, but definitely hope to return for longer
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Sally T.
4 years on Hipcamp
Such a beautiful, calm and tranquil setting. This is a little gem of a campsite. The hosts Tracey and Pete could not do enough to make us feel welcome and were super helpful. Little touches like the fresh eggs, cool pool on an afternoon and Pete supplying the one tool we needed we didn’t have!! We will be back, five stars all the way!! PS Stella is super cute!
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Karen P.
1 year on Hipcamp
This is a very nice relaxed campsite. Tracey was great at communicating with us and made us feel very welcomed. The facilities are excellent. Thank you for a lovely stay!
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Eva K.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2023
6 m Class A ·
Natural Spacious Tree Lined Pitch
Really peaceful, plenty of space and good facilities, including the pool to cool off in the heat. Tracy helped us out with some milk after we bought the wrong stuff in the supermarket!
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Simon J.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2022
Camp Laurent was excellent, quiet and friendly with plenty of space for our caravan and awning. A lovely adult only site with a nice pool which was perfect for cooling off during the hot weather. Lucy and Pete were extremely helpful and very friendly.
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Peter H.
4 years on Hipcamp
February 2022
We just posted this up on Google and reckoned it should go here also. We meant to post a review many times before now and still feel guilty for not doing so. Sorry Tracey/Pete! :-( It's corrected now we hope
2022 has arrived and the pandemic is easing, so looking forward to getting back this wonderful campsite in June.
We were first there a few years ago and have visited twice since, last time was just pre-pandemic. We normally spend a week as it is the most relaxing place we have found in France to break our journey during our travels. Adults only so nice and quiet, very friendly and helpful owners, very clean facilities and good sized pool. Never had any problems of any sort. The Charante river at the bottom of the site is really nice to chillout by the side of (kingfishers and coypu to watch occasionally)
The surrounding area is great for nature walks/cycles (bring binoculars for the birdlife) because the wonderful French access laws let you wander between fields and small tracks abound! The small restaurant and boulangerie in Laurent are worth a visit and to test your French vocab.
Book it for two nights and when you find you stay for much longer you'll know you've discovered the magic of the place.
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Andy C.
3 years on Hipcamp
July 2019
We thought we would give this site a try as it is advertised as Adult Only, and we were not disappointed. Fantastically peaceful, with plenty of space for the pitches (only 10 pitches in a huge field). Tracy and Pete’s new dog Stella is very friendly and loved running around with our 2 retrievers. With other dogs there as well we found it very dog friendly, providing they are well behaved. The river was a favourite of course for the dogs, and the above ground pool perfect to cool down (don’t be fooled by it feeling cold, it is so refreshing once in and we did not want to get out).
The local boulangerie must have closed as the nearest is in St Laurent, about 4 km away. But it is closed Wednesday and then St Claud is the next nearest. The local restaurant is very good, but note it is closed Tues evening and all day Wed.
A very relaxing week spent there, before returning to the delights of Brittany campsites and all that entails. But thank you Tracy and Pete, we will definitely come back if we are in the area (and pick up our Carrefour carrier bag) - enjoy the Cider, I hope it turns out ok.
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Cris E.
6 years on Hipcamp
June 2018
Just returned from a beautiful week in the Charente at camp Laurent . Great site, enjoyed the peace and quiet and the huge plot, plenty of space for each pitch. Very clean facilities and the plunge pool was a bonus. Great place for cycling and walking if you’re feeling energetic, thank you Tracy and Pete
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Paula ?.
7 years on Hipcamp
October 2016
Last year after suffering from bouncing balls in Brittany along with an un-swimmable swimming pool, we sought out one of the few adults-only campsites in France, Camp Laurent. We certainly made the right decision as this site was wonderfully tranquil. After we'd both had a year to forget at work we were more in need of relaxation than ever and this was the perfect place to do nothing - we only left the site to get food and take our dog to the vet (helpfully booked for us by Tracey). Thankfully the weather was hot and sunny, so hot that the pool felt very cool initially but was wonderful for cooling down and really invigorating after dozing off while sunbathing around the caravan. There is good space between the small number of pitches so you're not even disturbed at night when fellow campers are outside their tents/vans talking/eating/whatever. The fairly level pitches can be quite far from the hook-up posts but there are extension cables to use. The showers/loos are very nice - they were always clean. The washing-up facilities even had cleaning brushes and washing-up liquid provided - a nice touch. The river's water quality seemed to be suffering from a hot summer and it didn't look very inviting except to Ted, our Border Terrier who would dive in for an afternoon swim and chase sticks. Among the other tents, motorhomes, and caravans there were quite a few dogs but all were well behaved. We were there at the same time as the previous two reviewers, Claire & Andy, and Fran & Dan - hi guys! Finally, the ultimate recommendation: we're returning next year.
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Lynsey J.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2016
We chose Camp Laurent for exactly all that Tracey has described, small number of pitches, tranquil location and it being an adults only site. The facilities were excellent - always clean and with plenty of hot water anytime of the day or night. The pool was a great place to cool down on the few very hot days we had. Loads to see and do in the area and to sum up it was the best place to unplug and recharge the batteries - Tracey and Pete have got the ambience and vibe just right! I'm sure we'll be back!
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Claire A.
9 years on Hipcamp
September 2016
We were on our honeymoon and chose this place for the peace and quiet and this was what we got, it was brilliant ,the best move we made. The site was perfect and so were the owners, the area was lovely and we even put the canoe on the river for a splash around. The site was very clean and had everything we needed. Thank you very much Tracey , Pete and Lucy
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Fran D.
9 years on Hipcamp
September 2015
We stayed at camp Laurent in May and it was a perfect start to our holiday, Tracey & Pete are great hosts and have put a serious amount of effort in to making the site what it is. The showers and toilets are as good as a hotels, fresh clean and spacious with a great eye for detail. Its super peaceful and beautiful with a great little river at the bottom which, if you want to you can have a paddle up stream and pop the question!!In short great people great location and great site.Neil & Sharon
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Strokemynose ?.
10 years on Hipcamp
August 2015
We stayed here in August 2015, what a place! Lovely and relaxed, very well run, very clean and luxurious bathrooms/toilets. We really liked this campsite and if we owned one we would like to run it the same, with the relaxed type of atmosphere Tracy and Peter offered.We highly recommend, we had a lovely time and a lot of fun and laughs, in beautiful surroundings.John and Sarah
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Jonnygoods ?.
10 years on Hipcamp
June 2015
This is my 4th visit to
Camp Laurent and our hosts Peter and Tracey could not be more hospitable and
helpful.
On arrival we discovered
that the poles for our awning were broken and our power lead wasn’t working, however
we went to ask where we could replace these Peter said that he could repair
them for us.. saving us time effort and money!
I can also recommend the
free range eggs on offer from the Camp sites very on chickens, they were
absolutely delicious!
All in all, between the friendly
hosts, fantastic hotel standard shower and wash facilities, that are not at all
what one would expected from a campsite. Not to mention the fantastic pool,
(much needed on the hot summer days that the Charente has, I am pleased to highly
recommend this place on.
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Steve ?.
10 years on Hipcamp
September 2014
Nice location with really good facilities ,however we did not feel welcome. On arrival was given no information just grumpily told park where you want, shecome and see you later. Parked up only to find there was no water supply in the vicinity of our motor home. Lady did eventually come to see us only up say, keep your dogs under control, at the time they were sleeping on their beds next to us. Didn't feel relaxed, glad we only stayed one night.
Responce from the campsite owner:Dear Stan and Alison,
I am sorry you felt the greeting you received on arrival was not
welcoming. You were invited to pitch up where you would like, shortly after I
invited you to the office where I gave you all the relevant information,
followed by a tour of the campsite and its facilities.
With regards to the vicinity of the water supply, you chose to pitch the
furthest point away from them.
Through our website and cool camping we clearly promote the message 'dog
friendly for friendly dogs'. It is
also explained on arrival that we are happy for dogs to be off the lead if they
are under the control of their owner. Why would we come and speak to you regarding keeping your dogs under
control if as you say they were "sleeping on their beds next to
us"? I was offended when I
read this. The truth of the matter is your dogs were running freely around
other guests (around 50 metres away) on several occasions that afternoon and
were unresponsive to your relaxed approach to recall. The camping field is not
a 'dog park'. There is plenty of
allocated space for dogs and their owners to enjoy freely.
I'm sorry you didn't enjoy your stay and we appreciate your kind words
regarding our really good location and facilities. We understand we can't
always fulfil everyone's expectations. I felt I should respond to you and provide
cool camping readers my own thoughts on your experience here.
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Stanandalison ?.
11 years on Hipcamp
June 2014
The campsite looked great on arrival with the swimming pool, the river close by, amazing sundown, brand new bathroom facilities. The owners were really helpful & friendly, giving directions & the best advice on whats around & things to explore....most of all they were really welcoming & great people!!!We watched the sun go down in this beatiful setting. The house was lit up that added a little charm to the camp site. The weather was unspoilt & we highly recommend going there for a chilled break!
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Philsmith ?.
11 years on Hipcamp
January 2014
We stayed in August '13, had an unforgettable time. A true escape. Relaxing atmosphere after a warming welcome from Tracey and Pete. Made us feel at ease enjoying a drink together in the evening. Friendly fellow campers. Felt comfortable on site. Great facilities. We used there canoe along the river one day and it was so tranquil and secluded, unforgettable paddle with the damselflies. We are looking forward to a return in the future!!
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Phoebe ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
October 2013
We stayed here in October at the end of the camping season. We loved the place, the area, the showers, the hospitality and of course Lucy the French Bulldog aka camp mascot. I would definitely recommend staying here and would now like to go back in the summer.
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Mickey5678 ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2013
What a find! This is proper camping in a lovely, peaceful spot. Pitch where you like and chill are the only rules of the site. It really felt like we were visiting friends, Tracey and Peter made us very welcome. We originally booked for 2 nights and ended up staying the week. Lottie the dog loved the freedom of not being on her lead all the time and had plenty of walks along the lovely riverbank. Tracey also very kindly booked our vet appointment for us at her vet a short distance away. The variety of numbered, signed bike routes on the doorstep also kept Graham happy for the week and there are plenty of other interesting things to do and see in the vicinity.The amazing hotel style bathroom and little touches such as washing up liquid and sweeties provided at the sinks all add to this perfect camping experience. Well done to Peter and Tracey on their hard work. Please visit this lovely site, you won't be disappointed, even if the weather isn't all it promises to be (as it was during our week).
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Andrenab ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2013
If you live in a big city and just want to feel like your in the middle of now where this place is perfect! Coming from a classic French municipal campsite this place was much appreciated, a proper loo with soap and towels and loo roll, yipee! Even though it is essentially a big field your pitch feels surpisingly private and our little campfies in our tin bbq bucket kept us toasty under the stars! There is tons to do - country bike routes, lakes, long lunches in pretty French villages its just not as touristy as Loire/Dordoyne which is really quite nice!
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Jo ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2013
A lovely peaceful and relaxing campsite, with bathrooms you'd find in a hotel! It's very rural, so great for looking at the stars in August.. We had such a lovely stay here and it was so nice to come back here in the evenings after a day exploring the Charente: swimming in lakes and rivers, walking, and visiting nearby Cognac. I would highly reccommend this campsite for anyone who appreciates peace and quiet, in a beautiful countryside setting.Sophie
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Sophieo ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2013
I am no camper and agreed to do it under sufferance as my partner is so keen! This camp site made the experience pleasurable. The bathroom facilities were equivalent to many household facilities with shower toilet and sink all in one room. No hauling stuff from shower to loo to sinks! And no queues. The pool was wonderful and whilst it would comfortably take more than 4 people at one time there appeared to be an understanding amongst the campers so that there was never more than 4 people in at anyone time.... Bliss. No children soup at this campsite! I would happily go again ... Indeed I hope I do it was tranquil relaxing and an altogether stress free experience.
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Sally R.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2013
Camp Laurent – what a little gem! My first experience of camping since I was a child and at 70 I was a little apprehensive. My daughter and I arrived late, but Tracy gave us the warmest welcome and we felt immediately relaxed. The site is located on the banks of the lovely river Charente, ideal for fishing or just relaxing. Everything is wonderfully clean with washing facilities, a walk-in shower and a pool for a relaxing dip. Plenty of free drinking water and electric hook ups plus fridge facility if needed. We ate well at the excellent restaurant in the nearby village and returned to the site where we were able to enjoy a peaceful night, without discos or noisy neighbours. As we were travelling onwards, we only stayed one night but would certainly return.
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Pamplemousse ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2013
We stayed in july/august. This is a superb rural site within easy reach of Confolens and many small French villages. Not too far away are some superb swimming lakes. The site is very well kept by Pete and Tracey who make you feel very welcome and find nothing too much trouble. The facilities are first class with plenty of hot water and space to get changed. As this is an adult only camp you can enjoy the company of other like minded people with plenty of space around you. The swimming pool is superb for a dip to cool down in the day or late into the evening. You can find a nice relaxing spot down by the river to read a book or do a spot of fishing. It is even possible to borrow the campsite canoe. All in all I thoroughly recommend this campsite to anyone wishing to get away from it all and enjoy the beautiful rural countryside.
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Chris ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
September 2013
We have just returned from this adult only site in very rural Poitou Charente and it is the epitome of what a 'CL' style site should be. Tracey and Pete have taken over the ownership this season and since the opening in June, they have begun to establish a corporate identity for the site that suits many campers but is rarely available; particularly in France. There is a gentle slope to the site with shade on each side either at the end of the day or the beginning. We chose to pitch at the high side taking the morning and daytime sun; warming and drying the dew by 10am and shade by 17:00. The facilities were always clean and well looked after, even by most of the other campers! There is also a covered wash-up area and the usual disposal points etc. Hook-up points are available. The site is restricted to about ten units and with the current facilities, this is about right. Tracey and Pete have plans to develop the site more but are keen to retain the style and atmosphere that is currently obvious: few rules, choose your own pitch and quiet relaxation is compulsory as is a daily dip in the refreshing pool! The river Charente runs through the boundary of the site and I also enjoyed some good fishing, taking 30 lbs of silver bream from it in an hour on one occasion.The immediate area is typical of rural France; Confolens, the local town, is pleasant enough with a beautiful Medieval bridge and some ancient buildings. We were lucky enough to catch the annual festival of dance and music from around the world and we were caught up in the atmosphere of celebration. Angouleme is a thirty minute drive and has all the usual attractions of a small city including old and new parts of the town. Tracey and Pete are to be applauded for the progress made so far and I look forward to returning to Camping Lauren to witness the improvements and renew my friendship with Lucy the French bulldog with a huge personality! Whatever unit you travel with, if you like your camping simple but civilised, this is the place for you.
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Don H.
12 years on Hipcamp
August 2013
We stayed for two weeks in August. The site is peaceful, calm and laid back. Quiet, as it is adult only which we like but hard to find in France. There are no 'set' pitches so you have the freedom to locate where you want and there is enough space not to be on top of each other. There is an above ground pool which is great when it gets hot. Tracy and Peter are great hosts, they can't do enough for you but give you lots of space. Exactly what you want on a camp site. The location is great, in a stunning part of the Charente. The stars at night are breathtaking as there is no light pollution. We have really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this site.
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Johnandjane ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
August 2013
Booked for a week and still here 2 weeks later... peaceful, relaxing, laid-back, excellent and clean facilities, no disco & no kids great for getting away from it all and seeing the real France. All hosted by the easy going Tracey & Peter.
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Gwill ?.
12 years on Hipcamp
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