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Welcome to Le Chêne Vert - luxury Yurt and Safari Bell tent Camping in France
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Here is a list of questions we are frequently asked, though please contact us if you have any questions or queries.
1. How many yurts and Safari bell tents do you have?
2. We are a family of 2 adults and 2 children aged 7 and 2, how much would a week cost?
3. Is there electricity in the yurts?
4. What is the layout of the yurts?
6. What is there to do in the area?
7. What is included in my stay and what do I need to bring?
8. What do I need to bring to conform to French Driving legislation
9. How long does a yurt take to put up?
1. How many yurts do you have?
We have 2 yurts at Le Chene Vert. 1 x 6 meter diameter sleeping 4 and the other 4 meter diameter sleeping 2 or 3. It is possible to add extra beds to both. We have 1 Safari style bell tent. With a 5 meter diameter and headheight throughout it sleeps 4.
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2. We are a family of 2 adults and 2 children aged 7 and 2, how much would a week cost?
Children under 5 stay free. Prices vary according to season, but in July or August in our large family yurt the cost would be:
2 adults - 525€
1 child free
1 child under 16 - 60€
Total cost 585€
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3. Is there electricity in the yurts?
Each yurt or tent is powered by it's own solar panel which runs lighting inside the yurt/tent. Power points are also available in the summer kitchens and english adapters are provided. Rechargeable electric tealights are also provided for each yurt/tent tent to provide extra light or night lights for children.
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4. What is the layout of the yurts?
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The safari style bell tent will be layed out in a similar style to the large yurt. | ||
6m yurt. |
4m yurt. |
The yurts have a wooden floor. There is storage under the day beds in the large yurt for clothes. Please note that these diagrams are NOT to scale and are intended to give an idea of layout and space available.
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Well behaved dogs are welcome, though we ask that they are kept on a lead so as not to disturb other guests. Please bring your dogs bed and ensure that any mess is cleaned up. Please be aware that for your dog to travel to France it will need a pet passport. These need to be arranged at least 3 months before travel and updated yearly. Your dog will also need to se a vet here 24 - 48 hours before being allowed to travel back to the UK. We can help make appointments at the vets for you. For more information see This article on pet passports. Please update yourselves on the regulations as the law is changing with effect from January 2012.
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6. What is there to do in the area?
There are many attractions in the area and a list of activities can be found here: Limousin Links. Futuroscope at Poitiers is about an hour away. There is a nearby lake resort with beaches and activities for children, including watersports and a tree climbing adventure park.
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7. What is included in my stay and what do I need to bring?
If you have opted for our luxury package everything you need is provided. (Bedding, towels and fully equipped kitchen). The welcome hamper provides you with enough goodies for breakfast the first morning and other essential supplies yo see you through your first day or two.
If you have opted for the experience package then pillows and cases are provided along with the fully equiped kitchen, but you will need to bring;
- duvet or sleeping bag
- bed linen (sheets)
- towels
Your welcome pack provides you with a few basics to help you through the first few days (tea, coffee, milk, sugar, bread, butter, jam) but please be aware that most shops shut on Sunday and those that do open are local grocers with limited choice. We do have a few basic groceries available for purchase on site.
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8. What do I need to bring to conform to French Driving legislation
The drivig legislation has changed in France in 2012. It is now compulsory to carry a breathalyser in the vehicle. This can either be a disposable type (in which case you must carry 2, or a digital/electronic type. These can be purchased inexpensively before you travel so you avoid high charges at the ports. If purchasing the disposable type check the expiry date.
You will also need 2 warning triangles and a high visibility jacket. Spare bulb kits are advisable. You will also need to ensure that your headlights conform and the simplest way (if your car lights don't adjust) is to use stick on beam benders.
All these items can be purchased inexpensively HERE from our Amazon store. Select Driving in Europe
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9. How long does a yurt take to put up.
The small yurt takes 2 people approximately 3 hours to put up. The hardest part is extending the walls to the right size and centering the crown wheel so that each pole fits perfectly. Once this is done it's just a matter of putting on the layers and final cover.
The large yurt takes 2 people approximately 4 hours to put up. There are over 80 roof poles to insert, and centering the crown wheel is a lot harder. The yurts never go up exactly the same each year !
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| small yurt. Walls are up and all poles in place . The wooden floor was then laid. |
The felt insulation layer is now on. This sits on top of a lightweight white cotton inner liner. |
The outer decorative and water proof cover is the final layer. Held in place by horse hair ropes. The crown wheel is topped by a removable cover. |
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