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Results for July 2026 (10 nights, 2 adults + 1 child): ✅ WITHIN BUDGET: 1. Siblu La Pointe - £1,590 → £1,940-2,040 total (BEST VALUE) 2. Pierre et Vacances Belle Dune - £1,685 → £2,035-2,135 total (SHORTEST DRIVE) ⚠️ BUDGET STRETCH: 3. Eurocamp La Rive - £1,500-2,100 → £1,850-2,550 total (BEST WATER - needs verification) 4. Center Parcs Le Bois Aux Daims - £2,326 → £2,676-2,776 total (SUPERIOR WATER) ❌ OVER BUDGET: 5. Pierre et Vacances Normandy Garden - £2,350 → £2,700-2,800 total Created RESEARCH-SUMMARY.md with recommendations by priority
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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
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
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)
Next Options to Research
3. Pierre et Vacances Normandy Garden (Branville) ⭐ BEST VALUE P&V
Location: Branville, Normandy, France Dates Checked: 16-26 July 2026 (10 nights) - closest to requested 18-28 July Guests: 2 adults, 1 child
Pricing (All prices in GBP)
| Duration | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 7 nights (16-23 Jul) | £1,644.81 | |
| 8 nights (16-24 Jul) | £1,879.78 | |
| 9 nights (16-25 Jul) | £2,114.76 | |
| 10 nights (16-26 Jul) | £2,349.73 ✅ | CLOSEST TO TARGET |
| 11 nights (16-27 Jul) | £2,584.70 |
Accommodation types available:
- Two-Bedroom House (6 people)
- Three-Bedroom House (8 people)
- One-Bedroom House (4 people)
- One-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace/Balcony (4 people)
Best Value Option
Two-Bedroom House - £2,349.73 for 10 nights (16-26 July 2026)
Source
- Website: Booking.com
- URL: https://www.booking.com (search: Normandy Garden Branville)
- Date Checked: 16 March 2026
- Verified: ✅ Live prices
Facilities
- ✅ "Le Lagon" outdoor water park with heated pools
- ✅ Outdoor heated pool
- ✅ Relaxation area
- ✅ Kids club (free)
- ✅ Self-catering with kitchenette
- ✅ Reviews: 7.7/10 Good (based on Google reviews)
Travel
- Ferry to Calais: ~£350-450 return (Dover-Calais)
- Drive from Calais: 3-4 hours (180 miles)
- Total with ferry: £2,700-2,800
Budget Fit
⚠️ STRETCH - Slightly over £2,500 budget at £2,700-2,800 total ❌ More expensive than Belle Dune (£1,685) for similar facilities ✅ Closer to Calais than Belle Dune ✅ Listed as "best value" Pierre et Vacances but still over budget
Recommendation: Belle Dune offers better value at £1,685 vs £2,350 for similar facilities
Next Options to Research
4. Siblu La Pointe (Southwest France) ⭐ EXCELLENT VALUE
Location: Charente-Maritime, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Southwest France Dates Checked: 18-28 July 2026 (10 nights) Guests: 2 adults, 1 child (age 6)
Pricing
| Duration | Dates | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 nights | July 18-25, 2026 | £1,113 ✅ | ✅ VERIFIED official price |
| 10 nights | July 18-28, 2026 | ~£1,590 ✅ | Estimated (pro-rated from 7-night rate) |
Calculation: £1,113 ÷ 7 = £159/night × 10 nights = £1,590
Accommodation Types (All self-catering)
| Type | Size | Sleeps | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Home Essentiel - 2 Bedrooms | 28m² | 4-6 | Standard option ✅ |
| Mobile Home Essentiel - 3 Bedrooms | 28m² | 6 | Extra bedroom |
| Mobile Home Bien-Être - 3 Bedrooms | 36m² | 6 | Premium with A/C |
Source
- Website: Siblu.co.uk (official UK site)
- URL: https://siblu.co.uk/camping/france/south-west-coast/nouvelle-aquitaine/la-pointe
- Date Checked: 16 March 2026
- Verified: ✅ Confirmed official pricing
Facilities
- ✅ 700m² heated pool complex
- ✅ Water slides
- ✅ Splash zone
- ✅ Kids clubs (Pirates Club ages 4-7) - FREE
- ✅ Fun Pass included (entertainment, activities)
- ✅ Restaurant, bar, grocery on-site
- ✅ Self-catering with full kitchen
What's Included
- Mobile home rental
- Fun Pass (entertainment + activities)
- Pool complex access
- Kids clubs
Travel
- Ferry to Calais: ~£350-450 return (Dover-Calais)
- Drive from Calais: 6-7 hours (400 miles)
- Total with ferry: £1,940-2,040 ✅
Budget Fit
✅ EXCELLENT - Well within £2,500 budget ✅ Better weather than Brittany (Southwest France) ✅ Good water facilities ✅ Fun Pass included (saves money on activities)
Next Options to Research
Priority 1 (Completed)
- Pierre et Vacances Normandy Garden ✅ £2,350 (over budget)
- Center Parcs Le Bois Aux Daims - Loire Valley ✅ £2,326
- Siblu La Pointe - Southwest France ✅ £1,590 (EXCELLENT VALUE)
- Eurocamp La Rive - Atlantic coast (agent researching)
Priority 2
- Eurocamp La Rive - Atlantic coast
- Siblu Le Montourey - Côte d'Azur
- Vendée region parks
Priority 3
- Villages Nature Paris
- Lake Garda Italy
Last Updated: 16 March 2026