Lifestyle Press

Opened in 2009, Camping Auenweg is located on the outskirts of the town of the same name near Klagenfurt, in the Kärnten region of Austria. With modern facilities, the naturist site is located alongside a small lake, which is used for swimming. (website in German only)

A large naturist-friendly gite accommodating 6 – 12 people in the village of Sigogne, between Jarnac and Cognac. The owners of La Ferme des Iris have indicated in the French naturist press that they welcome naturist guests, so probably best to double check when booking. The attractive property and its extensive grounds is 50 miles from the coast.

An appealing group of three small villas – each with its own pool – are set on the hillside overlooking the sea at Ratzakli. They are between the resort of Skala and the fishing village of Katelios, on the south-east coast of Kefalonia. All are perfect for naturists according to the French-Greek family owners. Thetis has one bedroom and is suitable for 2-4 guests; whilst Galatee and Amphitrite both have two bedrooms with two bathrooms and are suitable for 4-6 guests. The images of Amphitrite (nos 16 & 17) illustrate visitors enjoying the terrace in the buff. Oh, and the naturist beach of Mouda is about 1,400 metres away.

Andy and Corrine have been in touch to tell us about their new venture  in Andalucia, southern Spain – 40 minutes from Malaga. Finca Natura is an  intimate all-inclusive naturist property with three en-suite apartments, built around an attractive pool. There is also a jacuzzi, and stables with 5 horses, all set in 70 acres of private grounds. Meals and drinks are included in the price.

A new Dutch-owned naturist campsite opened in 2013 at Ayen, 24km north-west of Brive la Gaillarde, in the Corrèze, or Périgord Limousin region. There are 25 pitches – all with electric hook-up – that can accommodate tents, caravans and motorhomes. A bar and restaurant are available and fresh bread is delivered daily. There is also an historic old gîte to be renovated in due course. (website available in Dutch and French only)

Simon and Ruth offer naturist stays at The Forest Spa, at their home in the Wye Valley, Gloucestershire. The venue is Oak Lodge near Monmouth on the edge of the Forest of Dean and within the Wye Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Accommodation is available for a single night, or a longer break. Fine views can be enjoyed from the outdoor hot-tub, and day visits are also possible.

The naturist campsite Domaine Naturiste Verdon Provence, situated  between  the  village  of  Esparron-de-Verdon and  the  small  town  of Groux-les-Bains, in Provence, south-east France, has been in touch to advise it is under new ownership. The camping has a swimming pool, and also it’s own nude beach on Lake Esparron. The phone number listed in The World’s Best Nude Beaches has changed, and is now: +33-492-78-23-29.

No sooner had we highlighted a holiday-villa company promoting properties suitable for naturists, than another one comes along. An emerging trend? This time on the beautiful Greek island of Kefalonia, Unique Villas, is offering 24 attractive naturist-friendly villas in their extensive portfolio.

Located a handy 25-minute drive from Dunkirk, a first-floor naturist holiday apartment is available for INF card-holding members. The property is within walking distance of the beach at Koksijde – Oostduinkerke, Belgium, and is Dutch owned. The pretty garden has plenty of sun loungers and it’s own pool.

Naturists Koos and Junitha from the Netherlands offer a gite and rustic camping (inc electric if required) at their property in the Limousin region of France. Situated at Montgibaud, near Meuzac – south of Limoges and less than 20km from the A20 free autoroute. In addition to a spacious open garden, there is a large authentic wooden hot tub. Camping is available in July and August and tents, motorhomes and caravans can be accommodated – very reasonable prices. (website in Dutch)

Freelance Holidays, based in Stratford-upon-Avon in the UK, have identified no less than 43 holiday properties with private pools in their portfolio that have been assessed as naturist-friendly.

Crete 13 villas; Sicily 5 villas; and Mallorca 25 villas!

The appealing Gypsy Falls Retreat offers naturist holidays starting on the second Friday of every month during the Spring, Summer and Autumn. Graham and Cheryl, the hosts, offer an escape from the pressures of everyday life south-west of Port Macquarie, and 240 miles north-east of Sydney. With gushing waterfalls on the property and a stunning beach just a short stroll away, it ought to satisfy the desires of most skinny-dippers.

An attractive garden gîte, which is an independent apartment adjoining the owner’s villa in the Var region of Provence. The property is a 15-minute walk from the local town of Lorgues. Stylish holiday accommodation is available for up to four people, staying in two bedrooms. There are stunning far-reaching views from the swimming pool and the owner says “naturism no problem“. And one of the reviewers mentions how ideal the gîte is for gaining an all-over tan.

Sun Kissed Villa offers intimate self-catering in two self-contained en suite bedrooms. There is a sauna, a small pool and plenty of outside space for nude sunbathing. The garden has fine views overlooking the bay and local fishing village, with Chapman’s Peak standing high beyond. The naturist owners welcome couples and families from around the world.

Villa la Pinede with its heated pool in Provence is just a short walk to the centre of Maussane les Alpilles – an ideal base for holidays – being close to Arles, St Remy de Provence and Les Baux de Provence. The attractive guest house offers a choice of vacations – self-catering, B&B or catered options. Contact the owners to obtain details of dates when clothing-optional / naturist breaks are available.

Due to popular demand the British-owned Infiniti apartments and villa complex at Corralejo, Fuerteventura, has again increased it’s fully-naturist season during 2014.  

From: 2 November ’13 to 12 February ’14

From: 2 April to 22 July

From: 27 August to 31 December

The whole development including the attractive communal pool, sun terraces and spa will be available to enjoy au naturel! Additionally, further clothes-optional weeks may be available subject to demand.

Naturists will also be given a warm welcome at other times, when the complex operates on a textile basis, but offers a panoramic roof-top terrace permanently available for nude sunbathing and a sauna where swimsuits are not required. The luxury accommodation is particularly handy for the stunning clothes-optional Corralejo dunes beaches nearby*. For further details call: 01548 561289. (*World’s Best Nude Beaches page 151)

An extremely handy web-guide to naturist opportunities on the lovely Balearic island of Menorca recently came to our attention. We know from personal experience what an amazingly laid back attitude prevails on the beaches – with clad and unclad bathers side by side on many a strand.

Rémi & Marylène have developed a pair of naturist gites – Les Lodges – in the sunny Var region of Provence, only minutes away from the Mediterranean coast. ‘Lotus Flower’ is a studio for two, and ‘Orchid’ can accommodate up to five people in its two bedrooms. There is an attractive pool surrounded by palms.

Paul and Lauren Andreassen, owners of Bare Creek Bed & Breakfast, claim it is the only clothing optional accommodation in Surrey, British Columbia. Located in a large contemporary home in a quiet, rural part of the city, Bare Creek is a place to relax and unwind. There are two rooms for guests, together with a lounge, a family room with large screen TV, clothes-free hot tub and games room with a pool table. The house is clothing optional with nudity acceptable in all indoor areas and in privacy-screened areas outside.

Bas and Domenica, from the Netherlands, are the proud owners of the Sasso Corbo eco-campsite. With their four young sons, they say they dreamt of having a naturist place in a foreign country, which has now become a reality. The 23-hectare site, complete with swimming pool and a range of other facilities is at Semproniano in Tuscany. A ready-erected tent is available to hire for anybody without their own equipment.