Casa dei Prati: Small place for big glamping dreams on Elba

TOP Glamping Tip on Elba

The island of Elba is one of the most popular in Italy. According to an old legend, a pearl necklace belonging to the goddess Venus fell into the sea, from which the islands of Ischia, Capri and Elba were formed.

The dream island impresses with its truly beautiful nature with mountains and stunning coastlines. Whether you like hiking, cycling, swimming or simply want to enjoy the culture in the former residence of Napoleon Bonaparte - Elba offers you the ideal conditions.

And on top of that, there is a really beautiful glamping site with accommodations that you may have never seen before.

Casa dei Prati on Lacona Bay

Our TOP glamping tip on Elba: Casa dei Prati ! In addition to pitches and bungalows, you can also stay in stylish apartments that combine the classic camping experience with more comfort. The complex with pool scores points above all for its truly fantastic location with pitches and glamping properties surrounded by olive trees.   The absolute highlight at the Casa Dei Prati, however, are the special glamping accommodations .

Glamping holidays at the highest level

Whether you are looking for a luxurious tent for you and the kids or want to experience a romantic night (or maybe your honeymoon?) under the stars, the Casa dei Prati camping and glamping site offers you and your family or friends the perfect, exceptional accommodation for your needs.

Luxury Lodges (for 4 people): These two-storey A-shaped tents offer you pure luxury in nature. The lower area has a bedroom with a double bed, a kitchen, a spacious living area and a private bathroom. A ladder takes you to the cozy twin room on the upper floor. The facilities include a refrigerator, cooking utensils, air conditioning, a grill and everything you need for glamping in nature. You can also easily rent bed linen and towels on site.

StarsBox (for 2 people): For particularly romantic nights on the island, you should make yourself comfortable in the small wooden house. The best thing: the roof can be opened so that you can sleep directly under the stars. The facilities include a fully equipped kitchen, a gazebo, refrigerator, hammock, table and chairs as well as bed linen and duvet.

Bivouac tent (for 2 people): What an eye-catcher, right? In the upper area of ​​the two-story tent, which you reach via a staircase, you will find a bedroom with two beds. Downstairs you will find a cozy living area with a kitchenette, table and benches. Equipped with a refrigerator, grill and hammock, the Bivouac tent offers everything you need for a relaxing glamping holiday.

The glamping hostel tent is ideal for sociable travellers - here you sleep in a dormitory with six beds, personal curtains and a common area for relaxed evenings. In the fire brigade mobile home you sleep in a real emergency cabin and can relax on the roof terrace, while the vintage caravan combines retro charm with comfortable furnishings. Two special accommodations for anyone who wants to experience camping in a different way!

Furthermore, various modern bungalows with kitchen, bathroom and several bedrooms for up to 5 people as well as entire apartments (1-3 rooms) are available.

The fact is - if you don't have your own camping vehicle and want to enjoy the comfort of a hotel, you should definitely go glamping on Elba. It's also ideal if you want to avoid the long journey and instead hop on a plane for a special short vacation. Everything has been thought of on site.

Leisure fun for young and old

Pool or beach? When camping on the island, you are spoiled for choice! The swimming pool with separate children's pool invites you to cool off on hot days, while a hydromassage provides soothing relaxation . Caution: As is common on many Italian campsites, wearing a swimming cap in the pool is compulsory.

In addition, the little ones can let off steam on the playground or in the baby club, while sports enthusiasts can let off steam on the bocce court, playing table tennis, volleyball or football. In high season, a   animation team   every day for a great program. In addition to craft lessons, kids' disco and creative workshops in the mini club for the little ones, aqua aerobics courses are also offered for adults.

A small market and a bar provide everything you need for your stay – from fresh groceries to cool drinks for a relaxing evening under the stars.

If you prefer a day at the beach under the Italian sun, you can reach the sea at Lacona Bay in just 10 minutes on foot. Alternatively, you can easily hop on the shuttle bus that runs between the campsite and the beach. You can rent surfboards, sailing boats or motor boats on site. The beach is ideal for campers with children as the water slopes gently.

Delicious Italian food: On the beach of Lacona and in the surrounding villages there are also many cozy restaurants with delicious, typical Italian pizza, tasty pasta and fresh fish from the sea.

Around Elba – lots to discover

Elba has so much to offer - it would be a shame to just stay at the campsite! So grab your bike , scooter or car and hit the road.

The nearest beach is just 1 km away: Margidore , a quiet pebble beach with a small jetty, perfect for water sports and boat trips. For those who prefer sandy beaches, 2 km away is Laconella beach , a small cove with turquoise waters.

Around 8 km away is Portoferraio , the island's capital with its Medici fortresses, Napoleon's former residence and a beautiful old town with many restaurants right on the water. A little shopping trip or an aperitif with a view of the harbor? Definitely plan it!

And just 9 km away is Capoliveri , a mountain village with winding streets, colorful houses and squares. Here you can stroll through small boutiques, stop off at a cozy trattoria or enjoy the view over the sea.

If you want to explore the island actively, the campsite offers guided e-bike excursions with ZingarTour , where you can discover Elba's most beautiful panoramic routes!

Travel comfortably – even without your own vehicle

The Casa Dei Prati campsite is easy to reach not only with your own camper or caravan, but also without your own vehicle. Thanks to the good connections, you can get to the island of Elba and directly to the campsite in a relaxed manner.

From the Italian mainland, you can easily reach Elba by ferry from Piombino Marittima . Several ferry companies offer regular crossings to Portoferraio, the island's main town. The crossing takes about an hour. For foot passengers without a vehicle, there is also a fast connection by hydrofoil, which reaches Portoferraio in just 35 minutes. Those arriving by car can reach Piombino via well-developed roads. Getting there by train is also easy - the Piombino Marittima train station is right next to the ferry port, with connections via Campiglia Marittima. From   Harbor   Portoferraio   then it is only   8 kilometers   to the campsite, which you can cover by bus or taxi.

The nearest airport is Marina di Campo Airport , about 12 km from the campsite. During the summer months there are connections from cities such as Milan, Pisa and Florence. From the airport you can rent a car or take the public bus to Lacona. Alternatively, a transfer service from the port or airport can be organised on request.

Book your glamping holiday on Elba now

Enjoy nature, but don't want to miss out on comfort? At the Casa Dei Prati campsite, you can experience camping in a relaxed way. Whether in the StarsBox under the open sky, in the Luxury Lodge with its own veranda or in the fire brigade mobile home for a very special adventure.

Discover and book the Casa dei Prati online now.