Cévéo

What Cévéo does

Cévéo (legal entity SAS Cévéo, Côté Vacances Organisation) is a French vacation village and campsite operator headquartered in Cournon-d'Auvergne, France, founded in 1997 and operating as a privately held SAS with €300,000 share capital. The company runs a portfolio of more than 14 vacation villages, residences, and campsites across key French tourist regions: the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts (Bormes-les-Mimosas, Gruissan, Mimizan-Plage, Carcans-Maubuisson, Mesquer), the Auvergne countryside (Domaine du Lac Chambon and its associated hotel), and the Alps, Jura, and Pyrenees (Val d'Isère, Valmeinier, Haut-Breda, Le Pleynet, Luz-Saint-Sauveur, Bois d'Amont). Six of these properties carry European Ecolabel certification for sustainable tourism, and the Lac Chambon site also holds Pavillon Bleu (Blue Flag) and a 3-star campsite rating.

The underlying technology stack is a standard e-commerce booking platform built around the company's website (www.ceveo.com) and a dedicated group-booking portal (groupes.ceveo.com), with SSL-encrypted payment processing handled by Lyra and website infrastructure hosted by Hetzner. The offering is delivered through multiple accommodation formulas (rental/self-catering, demi-pension, pension complète, and a hotel formula) and a set of specialized stay programs targeting families, seniors via ANCV, sports enthusiasts (skiing, hiking, water sports, cycling), and people with reduced mobility. Ancillary revenue streams include meal packages, kids' clubs, equipment rental, end-of-stay cleaning, pet fees, and optional cancellation and travel insurance marketed through partnerships with Mutuaide Assistance and Xplorassur/Assurinco.

Cévéo's go-to-market is predominantly direct-to-consumer, supported by phone and email reservation channels, while monetizing its inventory through three layered customer streams: individual family vacationers, corporate and association groups (handled by a dedicated Groupes sales team), and subsidized/segment-specific demand channels including VACAF for CAF-eligible families, CGOS and CNAS works-council portals for public-sector employees, and the ANCV seniors program. Revenue is generated primarily through per-stay accommodation rentals with seasonal pricing (a 30% deposit at booking, balance 30 days prior, plus a €35 booking fee and €200 security deposit), with no subscription or recurring digital revenue line; the company is solely France-domestic with no disclosed international footprint, no external funding, and no disclosed acquisitions.

Name

Cévéo

Legal name

SAS Cévéo

Website

https://ceveo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cévéo is a French operator of vacation villages, residences, and campsites across sea, countryside, and mountain regions, serving families, seniors, sports enthusiasts, and corporate groups through direct booking and works-council partner channels in France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vacation Village Resorts

NAICS

Accommodation (721), Traveler Accommodation (7211), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (72121)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Family & Group-Friendly Rentals (Large Homes, Multi-Unit Compounds) (THAGANAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Villas & Luxury Estates (THAMAAAC), Luxury Chalets & Ski-In/Ski-Out Homes (THAMAEAD)

Keywords

• Vacation village rentals
• Family holiday resorts
• Campsite accommodations
• Ski resort stays
• Group vacation packages

Headquarters

HQ city

Cournon-d'auvergne

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Vacation village and campsite accommodation rentals: Cévéo generates revenue primarily through renting vacation village accommodations, campsites, and residences across France. They offer various accommodation types including chalets, cottages, premium cottages, family cottages, mobile homes, and camping pitches. Revenue is generated per stay with pricing varying by accommodation type, season, and duration.
2. Catering and meal packages: Additional revenue streams include meal packages (half-board and full-board options), restaurant services at vacation villages, and food & beverage offerings during stays.
3. Additional services and amenities: Revenue from supplementary services including bed linen rental, towel rental, end-of-stay cleaning, pet fees, baby kit rentals, laundry services, and activity bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cévéo rents vacation village accommodations, campsites, and a hotel across France's principal holiday regions (Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts, Auvergne countryside, French Alps, Jura, and Pyrenees). Stays are sold in self-catering (location), half-board (demi-pension), and full-board (pension complète) formulas across a portfolio of more than 13 properties offering chalets, cottages, mobile homes, pitches, and hotel rooms, complemented by kids' clubs, activity packages (skiing, hiking, water sports, cycling), specialized seniors ANCV stays, and group bookings.

Product overview

Cévéo is a French vacation village and campsite operator offering diverse accommodations across France's key holiday regions: seaside (Atlantic/Mediterranean), countryside (Auvergne), and mountain (Alps, Jura, Pyrenees). The portfolio includes 14 named vacation villages and residences plus 1 campsite, providing multiple accommodation formulas (rental, half-board, full-board) and specialized stay programs for seniors, groups, sports enthusiasts, and families. Six destinations hold European Ecolabel certification, reflecting Cévéo's commitment to sustainable tourism. The offering spans self-catering cottages and chalets, hotel rooms, and campsite pitches with varying comfort levels and amenities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Village Vacances de Bormes-les-Mimosas Seaside vacation village on the French Riviera offering La Manne residence with swimming pool, kids' clubs, and beach shuttle access.
• Village Vacances de Gruissan Mediterranean coastal vacation village featuring the Aquatoon water park, heated pool, and beach access 800 m away.
• Village Vacances de Mimizan-Plage Atlantic coast village with cottages and gîtes, beach access 400 m away, and aqua fitness facilities; one of six European Ecolabel-certified villages.
• Village Vacances de Carcans-Maubuisson Lakeside vacation village "Les Dunes" with beach and lake access, WiFi, and restaurant terrace; European Ecolabel-certified.
• Village Vacances de Mesquer-Pays de Guérande Brittany countryside village "Le Château de Tréambert" located near the Brière Regional Nature Park.
• Camping du Domaine du Lac Chambon Three-star campsite in Auvergne at the foot of the Massif du Sancy, offering chalets, cottages, and lodge accommodations with heated pool, lake access, and kids' club.
• Hôtel Lodge Lac Chambon Hotel accommodation within Domaine du Lac Chambon offering lakeside dining and spa services.
• Village Vacances de Val d'Isère Mountain ski village at 1,800 m altitude in the French Alps offering ski-in/ski-out access, kids' clubs, and WiFi.
• Village Vacances de Valmeinier Family-oriented ski resort "Les Angeliers" with relaxation area and sauna facilities; European Ecolabel-certified.
• Village Vacances du Haut Breda (Les 7 Laux) Mountain village nestled in the Belledonne massif with direct access to the 7 Laux ski domain, featuring a pool, city-stade, and billiards; European Ecolabel-certified.
• Résidence Le Pleynet (Les 7 Laux) Ski-in/ski-out residence in the 7 Laux massif with apartments accommodating up to 7 persons and a pet-friendly policy; European Ecolabel-certified.
• Village Vacances de Luz-Saint-Sauveur Pyrenees village with balneotherapy spa, full-board options, and access to the Luz Ardiden ski area.
• Village Vacances de Bois d'Amont Jura mountain village in the Haut-Jura Natural Park, ideal for Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, and nature holidays; European Ecolabel-certified.
• Séjours Séniors ANCV Senior vacation program in partnership with ANCV for elderly travelers, offering accessible accommodations and curated stays at Cévéo villages.
• Séjours Groupes Group accommodation and catering packages with personalized quotes for organizations, works councils (CGOS, CNAS), and associations, served through a dedicated sales team and portal.
• Séjours Ski Alpin (Alpine Skiing) Ski-focused stays at French Alpine resorts including lift pass and equipment rental services.
• Séjours Rando (Hiking) Hiking-focused vacation packages exploring regional trails and natural landscapes.
• Séjours Sports d'Eau (Water Sports) Specialized water sports vacation packages including kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing activities.
• Séjours Cyclotourisme (Cycle Tourism) Bicycle touring vacation packages with routes through coastal and mountain regions.
• Assurance Séjour (Travel Insurance) Optional travel insurance packages covering cancellation, medical expenses, and trip interruption, distributed in partnership with Mutuaide Assistance and XPLORASSUR.
• VACAF Family Vacation Assistance Program Subsidized family vacation program enabling CAF-eligible families to apply Aide aux Vacances Familiales benefits toward stays at Cévéo villages, with special rates and real-time availability via the VACAF channel.

Quantifiable outcome

• 6 vacation villages certified by European Ecolabel
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mutuaide AssistancecoreOthersInsurance partner providing 24/7 assistance coverage including medical expenses, hospitalization, and repatriation during stay. Required to contact before any assistance intervention to activate coverage.
• XPLORASSUR (Assurinco)coreOthersInsurance partner offering cancellation and interruption coverage, baggage protection, and travel assistance. Operates through assurinco.com for claims processing. Part of Groupe Finaxy, SAS de courtage en assurances au capital de 1,187,070 €.
• LyracoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline payment service provider managing Cévéo's e-commerce payment processing on www.ceveo.com, enabling secure credit card and SEPA direct debit transactions.
• VACAFcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with VACAF (Aide aux Vacances Familiales CAF) enabling eligible families to use CAF family vacation assistance at Cévéo vacation villages. Special rates with aid deducted available for booking.
• CGOS (Comité de Gestion des Oeuvres Sociales)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWorks council partnership allowing CGOS members to access Cévéo vacation villages at special rates through dedicated booking portal.
• CNAS (Comité National d'Action Sociale)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWorks council partnership allowing CNAS members to access Cévéo vacation villages at special rates through dedicated booking portal.
• Esteban BringerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSports sponsorship partnership with professional athlete Esteban Bringer, supporting his training and sports progression at Cévéo vacation villages.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Belambra Clubs: One of France's leading vacation village operators (formerly VVF Clubs de France), with a similar estate of family-oriented seaside, mountain, and countryside villages offering kids' clubs, half-board/full-board formulas, and direct-to-consumer booking.
• Pierre & Vacances / Center Parcs: Largest French vacation village and residence operator, running both Pierre & Vacances residences and Center Parcs domains. Directly comparable business model (self-catering cottages, kids' clubs, multi-environment portfolio) but at materially larger scale.
• VVF Villages: Historic French vacation village cooperative offering family-focused stays in sea, mountain, and countryside settings with kids' clubs and meal packages — a near-overlap with Cévéo's core proposition and customer base.
• Odalys Vacances: Major French vacation rental operator with a portfolio of residences and villages across sea, mountain, and countryside. Comparable in offering family-friendly cottages, ski-in/ski-out residences, and group accommodations in France.
• Lagrange Vacances: French holiday rental specialist with residences and villages in alpine, seaside, and countryside destinations. Overlaps with Cévéo on family-friendly multi-environment vacation villages and ski residences.
• Vacancéole: Mid-sized French operator of vacation villages, residences, and campsites across sea, mountain, and countryside — direct overlap with Cévéo in scale, geography, and target customer (French families and seniors).
• MMV (Montagne Management Vacances): French ski-focused vacation village operator with clubs in major Alpine resorts (Les 2 Alpes, Val Thorens, Tignes). Closely comparable to Cévéo's ski village portfolio (Val d'Isère, Valmeinier, Le Pleynet) on target customer and product.
• Goélia: French vacation village and residence operator with a portfolio spanning sea, mountain, and countryside destinations, including ski residences. Direct overlap on family-friendly accommodations and direct booking model.
• Tohapi / Homair (European Camping Group): Major French campsite and mobile-home operator with upmarket 4-5 star sites across France, directly comparable to Cévéo's Lac Chambon 3-star campsite offering and family-oriented outdoor accommodation model.
• Les Villages Clubs du Soleil: Cooperative French vacation village operator focused on family all-inclusive stays in mountain, sea, and countryside villages with kids' clubs. Highly comparable business model, customer base, and seasonal positioning to Cévéo.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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