Do you need to stay reachable while on vacation without giving up your downtime? The “tracances” approach is winning over more and more French people: they work remotely in the morning and enjoy their vacation in the afternoon.
On the western slope of the Sancy, excellent connectivity and a pristine natural setting help you maintain both your productivity and your work-life balance. It all starts with free Wi-Fi and the tranquility of the park in La Tour-d’Auvergne, at our campground in the Puy-de-Dôme department.
Balancing Remote Work and Vacationat La Chauderie Campground
Working remotely without giving up the great outdoors is possible at our 4.5-hectare park in La Tour-d’Auvergne!
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout our campground, so you can attend video conferences in the morning and go swimming in the Burande in the afternoon.
What’s more, our location—nestled on the western slope of the Sancy Massif— offers a peaceful setting: few visitors, the sound of the river in the background, and a team on hand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A successful stay requires both a good internet connection and a quiet work environment—that’s the whole point of working remotely while on vacation.
One of the advantages of the tracances is that this vacation spot lets you work in the morning and truly unwind in the afternoon. That’s why our heated accommodations extend the season: working remotely is enjoyable in both summer and winter, whether you’re staying for a few days or several weeks.
Our accommodations designedfor remote work
To work comfortably from home, your workspace is just as important as your internet connection. Away from home, our campground offers 15 rental accommodations and 65 campsites—enough to set up a workspace suited to every stay:
- Our air-conditioned or heated mobile homes in the Puy-de-Dôme can accommodate up to 5 people and feature a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace, and separate bedrooms to keep your work calls private.
- For couples, the wooden cabins for two provide a simple and peaceful setting.
- The safari tents, ranging from 25 to 37 m², are more spacious and combine living space with direct access to nature.
- For travelers, the 65 sites —ranging from 80 to 120 m²—can accommodate tents, vans, trailers, and RVs, with access to electricity.
The La Chauderie Campground Team’s Take: Karine, Richard, and Antoine have found that a heated mobile home is the most practical choice for working remotely during the off-season. The bedroom serves as a private office, and the living room as a break area, which makes it easier to manage your days. Remember to order your bread the day before: you’ll save a trip by car in the morning and be ready for your first meeting!
Services that makeyour workdays
Beyond just the internet connection, several services can make your days easier and help you avoid unexpected issues when working remotely while on vacation:
- Free Wi-Fi is available throughout our campground, from the front desk to the farthest campsites.
- With staff on site 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, you can count on prompt assistance whenever you need it during your workday.
- The laundry room, equipped with washing machines and dryers, saves you from having to come home with full suitcases.
- When it comes to meal breaks, the fresh bread stand —which requires an order the day before—and the snack bar are handy options for everyday needs.
- All the amenities you need are within 1 km: a small grocery store, a bakery, a doctor’s office, a pharmacy, and a hair salon.
This level of service on a daily basis helps you stay focused on your work and minimizes unnecessary trips back and forth during your stay at our campground near Puy de Sancy.
Unplug after your dayNature at your fingertips
Once you shut down your computer, you can truly disconnect—and that’s the real benefit of a work-from-remote vacation. There are several attractions near our campground close to Mont-Dore:
- The La Burande River and its waterfall run alongside our campground, making it the perfect spot for a swim or a tube ride.
- Just 0.5 km away, the trails of the Massif du Sancy start right from the park and lead to volcanic landscapes.
- The village of La Tour-d’Auvergne, 1.5 km away, has shops and a lake equipped for supervised swimming in the summer.
- A little further on, La Bourboule and its thermal baths, 14 km away, offer a wellness getaway for the weekend.
- Depending on the season, Le Mont-Dore (18 km away) and Super-Besse (24 km away) offer access to hiking trails and ski slopes.
Our favorite part: after a morning of video calls, nothing beats a 30-minute break with your feet in the Burande! The river flows just a few steps from the campsites, and its cool water wakes you up better than coffee. Our guests often mention this in their reviews: it’s this contrast between focused work and nature right at your doorstep that sets a stay at La Chauderie apart!
Are you looking for a peaceful yet connected setting where you can work without giving up your vacation? Book your stay at La Chauderie Campground— a campervan-friendly campground in Auvergne—and enjoy free Wi-Fi and the fresh air of the Sancy region!
FAQWorking from Home During Vacation
Is Wi-Fi free and available throughout our campground?
Yes, Wi-Fi is free and covers our entire campground, from the front desk to the campsites. This means you can stay connected for video conferences and emails, no matter where your accommodations are located.
How can you best organize your work-from-home setup before you leave?
Plan ahead: notify your employer, review your remote work policy, your vacation time, and your company’s legal framework. Then, schedule your work hours and meetings to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Planning ahead in this way will ensure you have stress-free days during your stay.
Does working remotely while camping hurt productivity?
On the contrary, the park’s tranquility and natural setting help improve concentration! Away from the distractions of the office, many employees are more productive in the morning and are able to truly unwind in the evening thanks to the right to disconnect.
How Can You Keep Your Data Secure While Working Remotely at a Campground?
Set up a virtual private network (VPN) before you leave, keep your communication devices up to date, and have a backup plan in place. As for security, our Wi-Fi covers the entire park, and staff are on site 24 hours a day to monitor the premises.
Is it possible to work remotely outside of the summer season?
Yes, our campground is open in both summer and winter. The heated and well-insulated mobile homes are ideal for off-season stays, when the campground is quieter and therefore more conducive to concentration.
What types of accommodations are best suited for remote work?
Mobile homes are still the most convenient: their separate bedrooms keep noise to a minimum, and the fully equipped kitchen makes meal preparation a breeze. For two people, a wooden cabin is sufficient. Every unit has free Wi-Fi.
Is our campground quiet enough to make business calls?
Yes, the 4.5-hectare park is all about tranquility, with sites bordered by hedges and a natural setting along the Burande River.
Are there any stores nearby for a stay of several weeks?
Yes, all the amenities are within 1 km: a small grocery store, a bakery, a butcher shop, a doctor’s office, a pharmacy, and a hair salon. Our campground’s laundry facility and fresh bread pickup point round out the convenient services for a long-term stay.