Campsite Huttopia Saumur ****

Beautiful setting on a hillside with some pitches overlooking the Loire. New toilet and shower facilities which I gather are the same on all Huttopia sites. They had a few problems with the plumbing while we were there but it didn\'t affect us. Good access to Saumur and other Loire towns, also great for cycling - a hill climb back to the campsite but quite gradual so not too taxing.. Liked the TV room with food served in the evening, and bar. Very relaxed, low key site.

It's a great shame - this could be very good, but it has a neglected feeling.
The reception staff were excellent, but many of the pitches looked worn and in need of some tlc.
To cap it all, when we left we found the motorhome service point blocked causing a huge puddle of grey water - not impressed!

A neglected, understaffed site in a wonderful situation.
In its current state it should not be rated as 5*! During the low season it is expected that facilities are reduced but reception/shop closing between 10.30 and 4.30 was inconvenient especially as the site was busy at the weekend (Sept 9/10-2016) Water in the showers was tepid throughout and there was no evidence of grounds surveillance at anytime, but especially after dark. There was an unauthorised party, for a large group who took over the Animation Marquee and set up arc lighting, bbq etc. It continued into the early hours without challenge from on site staff(?)who when confronted by complainants next morning, admitted they knew about it but had not authorised it!
It is obvious that this site is about to undergo refurbishment and it has a long standing reputation as an exceptional site, but after this experience it is unlikely that we will revisit!

Lovely setting, great potential.
However the site is about to be renovated and has been poorly maintained in terms of grounds and kids park, which appeared tired and had a feel of running down .
That said, toilets are kept clean and the swimming pool was clean. Baby room with bath worked well for us.
Bar hit and miss with little information on opening times and takeaway availability.
Overall quite disappointed.

The campsite is in a wonderful position above the Loire Valley with panoramic views over the river. Pitches are available (best to pre book) on the ridge with exceptional views. These pitches are sunny in the morning when it is coolest and very well shaded in the afternoon - an almost perfect combination. There are three pools which cater for children, the lazy like us, and the more energetic swimmers. There are many cycle routes nearby and the site is a good base for visiting the famous Loire chateaux including Saumur (5 miles) and the almost unbelievably magical Chenonceaux (60 miles) and many others. We loved the site and the pitches with valley views are excellent. The restaurant was basic but good value. Our only criticism was that having only one amenity block meant it was quite a distance away.

An excellent site with views of the Loire. It is well worth paying the supplement for a Loire view pitch. Toilets spotlessly clean and warm in cool weather. Covered pool also welcome in early season.