Camping La Cour d'Enchère

In the middle of the peaceful French countryside you'll find our campsite with beautiful scenery. We have hardstanding pitches for camping cars and caravans and a campground for tents. We also have Lodge tents Cameleon for rental as well as Bed and breakfastrooms Cello, Cheval and Clavier. Last but not least Cottage Chasseur.

Amenities
Top quality modern toilets and shower facilities, cleaned throughout the day and an indoor dishwashing area. There's also a bathroom with a combined shower and toilet, suitable for guests with disabilities. If you have a personal or medical need, please ask us about the options. You will also find the chemical toilet service point here.

Food
We serve a three course meal every day. Specialty is our BBQ evening with homemade recipes. Order your daily fresh bread from a traditional, local french bakery.  Come enjoy a cup of coffee, a drink, or a snack on the shaded terrace beneath the trees in front of the main house. Open daily from 10:30 to 18:00 and after dinner.
Prefer a cold drink or ice cream by the tent or pool? You'll find the self-service refrigerator in the bike shed.

and more
Come enjoy the peace and quiet, the swimming pool with a sunbathing area, play pétanque and go see the animal pasture with Kobus the pig, male geese, and a sheep. Ducks, chickens, and female geese roam freely on the grounds. Children can care for the animals, hunt for eggs, and explore the woods and stream behind the property. A campfire and lovely music sessions.

Lounge
This covered area next to the barn is a gathering place for meeting people,  for playing games, chilling, or jamming. You'll also find the campsite library here. For large groups and on rainy days, we serve table d'hôtes here in the evening.

Walking and cycling
The Allier region is excellent for cycling and walking. Explore the unspoilt natural beauty of the countryside. There are great walking and cycling routes through this region, such as GR Sur les pas des Maîtres Sonneurs, but we have also created itineraries for you

We are proud partner of Het Franse Pad -  For a carefree walking and cycling holiday in Le Berry and Le Bourbonnais.

Golf
Prefer to hit a ball? Golf course Val-du-Cher is only a milestone away and highly recommended

Fishing
For fishing enthusiasts, there are many fishing ponds nearby. Plan d'eau de Herculat, Etang de CourçaisEtang de Chazemais, Lac de Sidiailles and Plan d'eau du Moulin de Lyon in Huriel to name a few. You can find an overview on www.etang-de-peche.fr. Remember to order your French fishing license (i.e. for a day or a week).

Swimming
Cool off in our campsite pool or visit the natural pool in Treignat. On a rainy day, you can visit the Aqualudique in Montluçon.

We are happy to help you with your reservation or tickets.

It was in 2017 that we, Ron and Ellen, and later in 2023 our son Thomas, left our lives in the Netherlands behind. We have always dreamed of a new beginning, of a place surrounded by nature, history and French culture. When we discovered Saint-Palais, a small village in the Allier, we immediately knew that this was the place where we wanted to start our new adventure. Located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Saint-Palais was a place that enchanted us from the moment we arrived.  La Cour d'Enchére felt good right away. The domain, located on the outskirts of Saint-Palais, dates back to 1601 and has a rich history. It was once a self-sufficient farm and owned by the same family for centuries. What made it special for us was not only the age of the house, the peace and tranquility it exudes but also its location in a region that played a prominent role in the books of the famous writer George Sand.What attracted us most, however, was the idea of building a new life in a place that would inspire us – both creatively and musically. On the edge of a small village with a rich history and a strong community. The charm of the old stone houses, the winding streets and the peaceful river that meandered through the landscape felt like a warm welcome. The peace and tranquility in an inspiring environment, the warm welcome, we are happy to share it with our guests.