Tipi Tent Glamping
A seasonal, nature-immersive wild tipi retreat
April–September • By Prior Request
The Wild Tipi Retreat is our seasonal outdoor sanctuary — a riverside garden where simple, thoughtful comfort meets wild nature. Open from April through September (by prior arrangement), it offers an atmospheric escape for couples, adventurers, cyclists, and Tentipi owners who want to sleep under canvas while enjoying thoughtful facilities and quiet beauty.
The Wild Garden
This is not manicured camping — it's intentionally wild, enclosed by old dry-stone walls, shaded by ancient trees, and alive with birdsong. The garden follows the Bureau stream and looks out toward the Caroux–Espinouse foothills and the source of the Bureau. It is peaceful, private, and subtly magical.
- •Enclosed by ancient dry-stone walls
- •Shaded by old fruit trees
- •Follows the Bureau stream
- •Views toward Caroux–Espinouse foothills
- •Birdsong and natural soundscape
- •Peaceful, private, and subtly magical
Nap in a hammock, dine under the pergola, or enjoy dinner to the soothing sound of the river.
Outdoor kitchen: thoughtfully designed for meal prep, with a fridge and sink housed in a renovated stone shed. Large table for 6 diners provided under the shady pergola.
Tipi Terraces
The heart of the space is a set of hexagonal stone terraces, each crafted precisely to fit Tentipi 7 or Tentipi 15. Perfect for guests who bring their own Tentipi. When available, we can also provide our own tipis for you. Bring your own tent or Tentipi in April and May, as our tipis will not be up before June. Each terrace is sheltered among fruit trees, protected by dry-stone walls, with views over the valley.
- •Hexagonal stone terraces built for Tentipi 7 and Tentipi 15
- •Bring your own Tentipi or use ours (when available)
- •Surrounded by shady ash trees and offering mountain views.
- •Protected yet open to the sky
- •Simple, soulful, perfectly positioned
Outdoor Living, Thoughtfully Designed
Parking & Access
Access via the entrance gate for 1(!) vehicle only. Additional parking available near the church in Ardouane.
- •Accessible for small camper vans or family sedans
- •Tree-lined lane leading to entrance
- •Blue metal gate to riverside garden
Outdoor Bathroom
Refreshing and unforgettable outdoor bathroom, surrounded by flowers:
- •Private, open-sky rain shower (with curtains for privacy), with hot and cold running water
- •Vintage sink with hot and cold running water
- •Bathroom shielded from the elements by 1.5 m natural stone walls and a camouflage sunscreen roof
- •Flushing toilet in its own building — private and comfortable
Outdoor Kitchen & Dining
Outdoor kitchen under a roof with hot/cold water & electricity
- •Plenty of kitchen-top work surface with breakfast bar
- •Electricity plugs
- •Induction cook-top and plancha/teppanyaki hot-plate for cooking
- •Natural pergola with dining table under our old kiwi trees
- •BBQ and wood burner are available, except during periods of local fire risk / dry season
Kitchenette Pigeonnier
Our pigeonnier is our inside space harboring
- •Sink and little camping dishwasher — ideal for use after every meal to save water and (your) holiday energy
- •Fridge and freezer
- •Electric plugs and hot/cold running water
- •Storage for bags and (boxed) foodstuffs
- •Plates, glasses, pots and pans
- •Some small wildlife (what can you do — Ardouane is really situated in a natural park!)
Pool
- •Cool-off pool: for safety as well as to facilitate water quality, we deliberately keep the pool depth at around 60cm.
- •The pool may be used by children, but only under adult supervision.
- •For everyone's safety, we ask guests to follow the guidelines provided in the welcome booklet, in particular, to remove or secure the pool ladder after each swim.
- •By booking and using the pool, guests acknowledge these safety rules and accept responsibility for supervising children and vulnerable persons in their party.
Warning
The host cannot be held responsible for any accidents resulting from failure to follow these safety instructions.
Village Context
You're staying in a real village, not a commercial campsite. Ardouane is a tiny hamlet with authentic character, where you can walk to local shops and restaurants in nearby Riols (3 km), and the spectacular medieval village of Olargues (12 km) — classified among France's most beautiful villages.
Practical Information
Season & Availability
April to September • Pre-booking required
Booking
Minimum stay recommended: 4 nights. Contact us to organize your stay.
Ideal for
- •Cyclists: perfect overnight stop along the Voie Verte Passa Païs
- •Couples: a romantic retreat under a vast canopy of stars
- •Families: magical for children (safe, enclosed, full of nature and yes, still wild)
- •Tentipi owners: rare terraces built specifically for Nordic tents
- •Retreat seekers: meditation, yoga, digital detox, creative solitude
Capacity
- •Tentipi 15: 4–6 people
- •Tentipi 7: 2–4 people
- •1–2 additional small tents possible (great if you don't own a tipi!)
Accessibility
The terraces are wheelchair-friendly, but the bathrooms are not adapted and access to the tipi and leisure terraces is unpaved.
Cleaning
Cleaning is not included in the fee as it depends on the duration of the stay. We will agree on how to deal with cleaning during our first interaction when booking our wild tipi garden.
Parking & Access
Access via the entrance gate for 1(!) vehicle only. Additional parking available near the church in Ardouane.
Ready to experience wild comfort?
Let us know your dates and we'll help you plan your stay.
Combine Your Stay
The Wild Tipi Garden can be combined with other spaces for a complete experience:
Indicative nightly rates — 2026
Sleeps 2-12
From €80 / night
- Oct–Apr
- €80
- May–Sep
- €110
Cleaning (incl. linen): €45-€100 (Short/Long Stay)
In Brief
• Wild Tipi Garden is a seasonal wild tipi retreat in Ardouane, Haut-Languedoc, open April through September.
• It features canvas tipis on stone terraces, an outdoor kitchen, and open-air shower facilities. You can bring your own tents/tipis or—on prior request—we will erect our tipis for your exclusive stay.
• It's for couples, adventurers, cyclists, and Tentipi owners who want to sleep under canvas (and the stars) while enjoying the nature of the Jaur valley. It is not suitable for pets. On consulation we can provide access to our EV charging facility.
• Wild Tipi Garden can be combined with other La Funky Barn spaces for a complete indoor-outdoor experience.
FAQ
When is Wild Tipi Garden available?
Wild Tipi Garden is seasonal, open from April through September only. Booking requires prior arrangement.
Do I need my own tipi?
You can bring your own Tentipi (7 or 15), or we can provide tipis when available. In April and May, please bring your own tent or Tentipi, as our tipis will not be up before June. The stone terraces are designed to fit these specific tent sizes.
What facilities does Wild Tipi Garden have?
Wild Tipi Garden has an outdoor kitchen with water and electricity, covered dining area, open-air shower, flushing toilet, and a swimming pool for hot days.