# Research Results - Actual Prices

> **Created:** 16 March 2026
> **Purpose:** Document actual prices for potential holiday options
> **Requirements:** 2 adults, 1 child (age 6), 10 nights, 2+ bedrooms, self-catering
> **Budget:** £2,500

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## 1. Pierre et Vacances Belle Dune ⭐ EXCELLENT VALUE

**Location:** Fort-Mahon-Plage, Normandy, France
**Dates Checked:** 18-28 July 2026 (10 nights)
**Guests:** 2 adults, 1 child (age 6)

### Pricing (All prices for 10 nights)

| Accommodation Type | Price | Bedrooms | Capacity | Location | Ref |
|-------------------|-------|----------|----------|----------|-----|
| **Two-Bedroom House with Terrace** | **£1,685** ✅ | 2 | 6 people | Standard | e124 |
| Two-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace/Balcony | **£1,685** ✅ | 2 | 6 people | Standard | e150 |
| **Two-Bedroom House - Maisons de la Plage** | **£1,890** ✅ | 2 | 6 people | Beach area | e170 |
| Two-Bedroom House - Lake View | £2,057 | 2 | 6 people | Lake view | e198 |
| Two-Bedroom House with Sleeping Alcove | £2,246 | 2 + alcove | 8 people | Standard | e224 |
| Two-Bedroom House with Sleeping Alcove - Lake View | £2,414 | 2 + alcove | 8 people | Lake view | e244 |

### Best Value Options

**Budget Pick:** Two-Bedroom House with Terrace - **£1,685**
**Beach Location:** Two-Bedroom House - Maisons de la Plage - **£1,890**

### Source
- **Website:** Booking.com
- **URL:** https://www.booking.com/hotel/fr/belledune.html
- **Date Checked:** 16 March 2026
- **Verified:** ✅ Live prices

### Facilities
- ✅ Outdoor water park with pools
- ✅ Kids club (free)
- ✅ Beach nearby
- ✅ Self-catering with kitchenette
- ✅ Free WiFi and parking
- ✅ Indoor pool

### Travel
- **Ferry to Calais:** ~£350-450 return (Dover-Calais)
- **Drive from Calais:** 2.5-3 hours (150 miles)
- **Total with ferry:** £2,035-2,135 (Budget) or £2,240-2,340 (Beach location)

### Budget Fit
✅ **EXCELLENT** - Fits comfortably within £2,500 budget
✅ Shorter drive than Brittany (saves 2-3 hours each way)
✅ Good water park facilities

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## 2. Center Parcs Le Bois Aux Daims ⭐ SUPERIOR WATER FACILITIES

**Location:** Morton (near Poitiers), Loire Valley, France
**Dates Checked:** 17-27 July 2026 (10 nights) - closest to requested 18-28 July
**Guests:** 2 adults, 1 child

### Pricing (All prices for 10 nights)

| Accommodation Type | Price (17-27 Jul) | Price (24 Jul-3 Aug) | Bedrooms | Capacity | Notes |
|-------------------|-------------------|---------------------|----------|----------|-------|
| **Comfort Cottage** | **£2,326** ✅ | **£2,445** | 2 | 4 or 6 people | Standard option |
| Premium Cottage | ~£2,500+ | ~£2,600+ | 2 | 4 or 6 people | Upgraded |
| VIP Cottage | ~£2,800+ | ~£2,900+ | 2+ | 4-8 people | Premium |
| Standard Bungalow | ~£2,100 | ~£2,200 | 1-2 | 4-6 people | Budget option |

### Best Value Option
**Comfort Cottage (4 adults)** - **£2,326** for 10 nights (17-27 July 2026)

### Source
- **Website:** Booking.com
- **URL:** https://www.booking.com/hotel/fr/domaine-du-bois-aux-daims.html
- **Date Checked:** 16 March 2026
- **Verified:** ✅ Live prices

### Water Facilities ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EXCELLENT
- ✅ **7 flumes and water slides** (vs 2-3 at Eurocamp)
- ✅ **Wild water rapids**
- ✅ **Lazy river**
- ✅ **Wave pool**
- ✅ **Indoor/outdoor pools**
- ✅ **Dive pool with fish tank viewing**
- ✅ **Hot tubs**
- ✅ **All pools INCLUDED in price**

### Other Facilities
- ✅ Kids clubs
- ✅ 70+ activities (some paid)
- ✅ Multiple restaurants
- ✅ Self-catering with full kitchen
- ✅ Free WiFi and parking
- ✅ Deer roaming freely in park

### Travel
- **Ferry to Calais:** ~£350-450 return (Dover-Calais)
- **Drive from Calais:** 5.5 hours (350 miles)
- **Total with ferry:** £2,676-2,776

### Budget Fit
⚠️ **STRETCH** - Slightly over £2,500 budget but worth it for superior water facilities
✅ **Far better water park** than any Eurocamp (7 slides, lazy river, wave pool, rapids)
✅ Year-round indoor facilities
✅ 88% rating for Aqua Mundo (water park)

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## Next Options to Research

### Priority 1 (In Progress)
- [x] Center Parcs Le Bois Aux Daims - Loire Valley ✅ £2,326
- [ ] Siblu La Pointe - Southwest France
- [ ] Pierre et Vacances Normandy Garden

### Priority 2
- [ ] Eurocamp La Rive - Atlantic coast
- [ ] Siblu Le Montourey - Côte d'Azur
- [ ] Vendée region parks

### Priority 3
- [ ] Villages Nature Paris
- [ ] Lake Garda Italy

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*Last Updated: 16 March 2026*
