Creation of the campsite by Countess Alix d’Armagnac de Castanet by joining the Castels and Camping Caravaning Association.
History of camping Domaine de Senaud
Domaine de Senaud is a family property
Formerly the summer residence of the bishops of Vienne, the estate was bought in 1828 by Clémence de Bernon, the great-grandmother of Countess Alix d’Armagnac de Castanet. Madame de Bernon, of Norman origin, enhanced the château and transformed the roof, originally flat with canal tiles, into a sloping slate roof.
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At that time, the estate was a large agricultural business. The campsite was created in 1959 by the Countess Alix d’Armagnac de Castanet. Very popular and sought-after in the 80s and 90s, this 4-star campsite affiliated to the famous Castels chain was very popular with Dutch holidaymakers. Unfortunately, the numerous renovations required to keep the site up to standard were not carried out as planned, leading to the closure of the campsite in 2007.
Michel de Maindreville, grandson of the former owner, is the new manager of the campsite. Passionate about the region and highly motivated by the challenge of restoring the campsite to its former glory, Michel, with the help of his family, has redoubled his efforts to undertake the many works required to give the campsite a modern, youthful feel.
So, after more than 10 years of dormancy, the Domaine de Senaud campsite opened its doors for the 2018 season with a new generation of motivated, dynamic staff ready to welcome new holidaymakers.
1959
1988
Creation of the golf course by the architect M. d’Ormesson, involving the demolition of the round swimming pool at the campsite. A new rectangular swimming pool and tennis court were built.
2007
Campsite closed.
2018
After several years of work, Michel de Maindreville (grandson of Alix d’A. de Castanet) and his wife Marine have reopened the campsite with around twenty pitches.
2019
The campsite is rated 3 stars by Atout France for 49 pitches. Launch of wedding receptions.
2020
Building huts on stilts, the bubble and teepees. Awarded the “Accueil Vélos” label.
2021
Construction of the paddling pool. Renovation of the old campsite chalets.
2022
Acquisition of a waterslide and new accommodation: mobile homes, Savannah Lodges and Zulus huts.
2023
Creation of a snack pizzeria. Two new sanitary blocks have been added to the campsite.
2024
The disused tennis court was transformed into a multi-sports court. Erection of a new sports playground with a skill course and a 4-metre-high trampoline. Construction of a covered terrace for the snack bar. Acquisition of new accommodation: hotel cabins and 3-bedroom chalets.