Countess Alix d’Armagnac de Castanet creates the campsite by joining the Castels and Camping Caravaning Association.
History of camping Domaine de Senaud
Domaine de Senaud is a family estate
Formerly the summer residence of the bishops of Vienne, the estate was purchased 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, transforming the originally flat roof of canal tiles into a sloping slate roof.
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At that time, the estate was a large agricultural enterprise. The campsite was created in 1959 by Countess Alix d’Armagnac de Castanet. Well-known and much 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 campsite’s closure in 2007.
Michel de Maindreville, grandson of the former owner, is the new campsite manager. Fascinated by the region and highly motivated by the challenge of restoring the campsite to its former glory, Michel, with the help of his family, redoubled his efforts to undertake the many necessary works and give the campsite a modern, youthful look.
So, after more than 10 years of dormancy, the Domaine de Senaud campsite has opened its doors for the 2018 season with a new generation who are motivated, dynamic and ready to welcome new holidaymakers.
1959
1988
Creation of the golf course by architect M. d’Ormesson, involving the demolition of the campground’s round swimming pool. A new rectangular pool and tennis court are built.
2007
Campsite closes.
2018
After several years of renovation, Michel de Maindreville (grandson of Alix d’A. de Castanet) and his wife Marine reopened the campsite with around twenty pitches.
2019
The campsite is rated 3 stars by Atout France for 49 pitches. Wedding receptions launched.
2020
Construction of cabins 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 join the campsite.
2024
The disused tennis court is transformed into a multi-sports court. Erection of a new sports playground with a skill course and a 4-metre-high trampoline. Construction of the snack bar’s covered terrace. Acquisition of new accommodation: hotel cabins and 3-bedroom chalets.