Les Etangs de la Bassee

What Les Etangs de la Bassee does

Les Étangs de la Bassée is a privately held French nature resort estate operating from a 340,000 m² property in Gravon, Seine-et-Marne, within a Natura 2000 protected zone approximately one hour from Paris. The estate spans 9 ponds and offers a portfolio of unconventional overnight accommodations — transparent starry bubbles, glass domes on private islands, treehouse cabins, eco-lodges, villas, and a private cottage — alongside event venues (Villa Carpe Diem, Club House, Bali Space), wellness space, water sports, fishing, and dining services. Total capacity reaches up to 150 guests for events and 110+ overnight across 34 bedrooms and 21 unconventional units.

The company serves three primary customer clusters: leisure travelers (couples, families, and groups seeking nature-based getaways), corporate clients (seminars, team-building events, and residential conferences), and event organizers (weddings, private celebrations, and film/photo productions). Revenue is generated through nightly accommodation rentals, venue and event hosting, food and beverage (including €12 breakfast baskets and curated experience packages such as the Raclette, Romantic Welcome, Lovers, and Half-Board packages), gift certificates, and a dog-friendly Jurassicbark service line partnered with Go-Boop.fr.

The business runs a direct-to-consumer go-to-market: a bilingual (French/English) website with integrated booking, phone and email reservations, and a dedicated corporate quote request platform. Distribution is single-country (France, Île-de-France) with no third-party OTA presence disclosed, and marketing relies on organic digital channels including SEO, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and email newsletters. The legal entity, Domaine Les Étangs de la Bassée (RCS Créteil B 837 811 330), was registered in 2018 with €300,000 share capital; the company reports 1–10 employees and shows no venture or institutional ownership in available records.

Name

Les Etangs de la Bassee

Legal name

Domaine Les Étangs de la Bassée

Website

https://etangsdelabassee.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Les Étangs de la Bassée is a privately held French nature resort estate near Paris offering unconventional accommodations (bubbles, domes, cabins, ecolodges, villas), event venues for weddings, corporate seminars, and film shoots, plus wellness and dining services across 9 ponds in a Natura 2000 protected area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nature Resort and Event Venue Hospitality

NAICS

Traveler Accommodation (7211), All Other Traveler Accommodation (721199)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

River & Wetland Lodges (Delta/Okavango-style) (THAGAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD), Hotel & Resort Restaurants (THAFACAH)

Keywords

• Unconventional accommodation rentals
• Nature resort hospitality
• Wedding and event venue
• Corporate seminar hosting
• Outdoor leisure activities

Headquarters

HQ city

Gravon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Accommodation Services: Nightly rentals of various accommodation types including bubbles, domes, cabins, lodges, villas, and the cottage. Pricing varies by accommodation type and season. Premium bedding and terrace included.
2. Event Hosting: Venue rental for weddings, seminars, corporate events, private receptions, and film/photo shoots. Services include event planning assistance, venue configuration, and catering options.
3. Food & Beverage: Breakfast delivery service (€12 per person per night), meal trays (starters, mains, desserts), beverages, snacks, and special packages like raclette. Half-board packages available with two main courses, desserts, and water.
4. Packages & Add-ons: Additional revenue from experiential packages including Raclette Package, Romantic Welcome Package, Lovers Package, and Half-board Package. Gift certificates valid for one year.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Les Étangs de la Bassée operates a 340,000 m² nature resort in Gravon, Seine-et-Marne, offering unconventional overnight accommodations (transparent stargazing bubbles, glass domes on private islands, treehouse cabins, eco-lodges, villas, and a private cottage) alongside event venue hosting for weddings, corporate seminars, private receptions, and film/photo shoots. The integrated offering combines lodging, on-site catering and breakfast delivery, a wellness space, and recreational activities (kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, hiking) for individuals, couples, families, and corporate groups of 2 to 200 people.

Product overview

Les Étangs de la Bassée is a nature resort offering a diverse portfolio of unconventional accommodations (transparent bubbles, glass domes, treehouse cabins, eco-lodges, villas, and private cottages) combined with event services (weddings up to 150 guests, corporate seminars, private receptions, film/photo shoots) and wellness offerings. The property spans 340,000 m² across 9 ponds in a Natura 2000 zone, providing dining services, recreational activities (water sports, fishing, team-building), and pet-friendly experiences. The integrated offering combines lodging, event venue rental, food & beverage services, and activity packages into customizable stays for couples, families, and corporate groups.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bulles étoilées (Starry Bubbles) Transparent bubble accommodations allowing guests to sleep under the stars with romantic ambiance and stargazing views, targeting couples and individuals seeking unique nature stays.
• Dômes (Domes) Glass dome accommodations situated on private islands, offering panoramic views over the ponds and surrounding nature for couples, families, and small groups.
• Cabanes (Treehouse Cabins) Treehouse cabins perched among trees, offering a nature-immersive lodging experience with comfortable amenities for couples and families.
• Écolodges / Lodges Eco-friendly lodges built with sustainable materials, offering panoramic pond views, premium bedding, and private decks for nature-based stays.
• Villas (including Villa Carpe Diem) Spacious villa accommodations, including Villa Carpe Diem with 6 bedrooms, 400 m² of event space, and a 150 m² deck on stilts overlooking Lagune Pond, for groups and events.
• Le Cottage Private cottage sleeping up to 8 people across 3 suites, each with private bathroom, featuring an enclosed garden and private jacuzzi.
• Mariages (Weddings) Wedding venue hosting for up to 150 guests, offering customizable ceremony and reception spaces including Villa Carpe Diem, Club House, and Bali Space.
• Séminaires & Événements d'Entreprise (Seminars & Corporate Events) Corporate seminar and team-building event hosting with two work rooms (up to 110 people), 34 bedrooms, 21 unconventional lodging options, and tailored activities in a Natura 2000 setting.
• Réceptions Privées (Private Receptions) Private event hosting for birthdays, anniversaries, hen nights, stag nights, and family reunions with capacity for up to 120 people across multiple venue spaces.
• Tournages & Shootings (Film & Photo Shoots) Film and photography production location rental on 340,000 m² grounds with 9 ponds, including indoor shooting capabilities at Villa Carpe Diem and crew accommodation for over 100 people.
• Espace Bien-Être (Wellness Space) Wellness services including massages, yoga, and relaxation activities with water views, available to resort guests and event attendees.
• Restauration (Dining Services) Catered meal services including breakfast baskets (€12 per person per night), reheatable starters, mains and desserts prepared by French chefs, and an extensive beverage menu for guests and events.
• Offres & Packages (Special Offers & Packages) Curated vacation and experience packages including Raclette Package, Breakfast Package, Romantic Welcome Package, Lovers Package, and Half-Board Package, combining accommodation with food and romantic extras.
• Bons Cadeaux (Gift Vouchers) Gift certificates and experience gifts valid for one year, available in custom amounts for stays in bubbles, cabins, lodges, and activity packages.
• Jurassicbark (Dog-Friendly Services) Pet-friendly services including cani-paddle activities, dog swimming, walking trails, and VIP pet treatment in partnership with Go-Boop.fr.
• Activités & Loisirs (Activities & Leisure) On-site recreational activities including water sports (kayaking, paddleboarding, rowing, swimming), fishing, pétanque, badminton, beach volleyball, hiking trails, bird aviary visits, and bicycle/rosalie rentals.

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Go-Boop.frminorOthersGo-Boop.fr is a partner for the Jurassicbark dog-friendly initiative. The partnership provides services for pet owners staying at the estate, offering a VIP (Very Important Poilu) experience for dogs including access to green spaces, swimming areas, and walking trails.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Belambra Clubs: Major French operator of resort villages with full-service accommodations, dining, kids' clubs, and corporate seminar offerings; comparable full-service resort model with broader geographic footprint.
• Center Parcs (Pierre & Vacances): Large-scale European operator of forest-edge family resort villages with cottages, aqua facilities, and on-site activities; overlaps on family nature stays and group event hosting but at much larger scale.

Direct peers

• Huttopia: Operates a network of nature resorts and campsites across France with canvas lodges, cabins, and eco-accommodations; closely comparable model targeting families and nature-seeking urban travelers.
• Les Cabanes des Grands Chênes: French property offering elevated cabins and nature-based lodging near Paris; closely comparable unconventional-accommodation concept targeting urban escapees.
• La Cabane en l'Air: Network of elevated treehouse cabins in France offering unusual nature-based lodging; comparable experiential niche targeting couples and families seeking overnight nature escapes.
• Les Cabanes de la Romaningue: French resort featuring elevated treehouse cabins and unusual lodging set around water bodies; very similar unconventional-accommodation and nature-retreat positioning.
• Domaine des Vanneaux (Hôtel Golf & Spa): French estate-style resort combining upscale lodging, dining, and recreational amenities in a protected natural setting; comparable full-service country-resort event and weekend escape profile.
• Domaine de la Forêt d'Orient: French nature-resort brand offering cabins, eco-lodges, and event hosting near a protected regional park; comparable accommodation mix and event/wedding venue profile.
• Attrap'Rêves: French pioneer of transparent bubble hotels and unconventional nature accommodations; directly comparable concept offering stargazing bubbles and unusual lodging near major French cities.

Regional players

• Terres de France: French chain of nature-oriented vacation residences and cottages with on-site amenities and event hosting; comparable regional French vacation-park positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCvBuy7v8khM5T0wvLHukwww
• Facebookfacebook.com/lesetangsdelabassee
• Instagraminstagram.com/etangsdelabassee

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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