Gorgeous caravan on an olive grove

Rental description

Take time off at Mireille’s organic olive grove in southern France, she’ll rent out her eco-friendly caravan to 2-3 guests. Discover how olive oil is made all in a tour that begins at the source and support the local community. Or simply pass the day in a hammock while being soothed by the sounds of nature.

The Gypsy caravan contains a separate corner consisting of a double bed and a couch for a third person. Facilities include a kitchen, bathroom, dry toilets and a shower.

Bring along your bicycle, Mireille knows some bike routes that you can enjoy. Her organic farm is part of the “Provence à vélo” network. She has a bicycle shed where you can safely stow bicycles for the night.

Sustainability criteria

The designs of the caravan were drawn up to incorporate many eco friendly elements. The exterior walls are insulated by wood fibres so it can accommodate throughout the year. Waste is separated and composted.

Mireille prepares organic breakfasts for her guests, the fruits and vegetables come straight for her own organic garden, grown free from pesticides and chemical fertilizer. She can arrange for you to learn about olive oil production in the region. She is a member of an educational network for organic farms. For instance, she applies a thin coating of loam to her trees which acts as a natural repellant to fruit flies. She works together with a regional goat farm that provides her with natural fertilizer.

CO₂ emissions and CO₂ Emissions calculation of Atmosfair

compensate CO₂ footprint

• CO₂ emissions per night / per person 20 kg
• CO₂ emissions at full capacity 20 kg
• Amount of compensation per night / person 1,46 €
• Amount of compensation at full capacity 1,46 €