Good tips · By the Mas Bois Fontaine team, your hosts in Nîmes · 11 November 2026

Holiday rental in Nîmes with a dog: a stay with your pet

To travel to Nîmes with your dog or cat, choose a rental that clearly accepts pets and has an enclosed outdoor space. At Mas Bois Fontaine, all the rentals accept pets for €20 per pet per stay. The La Madone du Mas studios do not.

In brief

• Pets welcome: all the Mas Bois Fontaine rentals, €20 per pet per stay.
• No pets: the La Madone du Mas studios.
• Outdoor space: fenced garden, garden corner or courtyard, depending on the rental.
• Worth planning: check the rules for beaches and tourist sites before each outing.

Dog-friendly holiday rental in Nîmes: what should you check?

Many listings say "pets welcome" without spelling out the conditions. Before you book, ask four questions:

• Is the pet fee stated, and is it per night or per stay?
• Is there an outdoor space, and is it fenced?
• Is the number of pets limited?
• Can the pet be left alone in the accommodation, and under what conditions?

At Mas Bois Fontaine the fee is simple: €20 per pet per stay, however long you stay. If your dog loves company, nothing beats a chat with your host about its habits. Write to us before you book, we are happy to answer.

Which pet-friendly holiday cottage in Nîmes should you choose at the estate?

Every rental at the Mas welcomes pets, but the outdoor space differs from one to another. Here are the best fits.

For a dog that needs space

Le Loft offers 200 m² and an enclosed garden with a barbecue, for 2 to 5 guests. Casa Côté Sud has a private, fenced, south-facing garden with a hammock under the fig tree. La Maison dans les Arbres (a house among the trees) has a fenced garden with no neighbours overlooking it, and a private spa.

For a small dog or a cat

Casa Bambou (34 m²) has a private fenced garden. Le Patio has a fenced garden with no neighbours overlooking it. The studios, such as Studio Bohème, have a garden corner, which is enough for a calm pet.

A useful note

Casa Azul, La Rotonde, L'Orangeraie and the Bohème and Esprit Loft studios have a garden corner or a courtyard, not a fenced garden. If your dog tends to wander, ask us which rental suits best. You will find all the details on the page for the Mas rentals.

Can you holiday with your dog in the Gard?

Yes, as long as you plan each outing. Rules change from place to place: a beach, park, monument or museum may welcome dogs, require a lead, or ban them. They also vary by season, and sometimes by time of day.

Our advice is simple: before you set off, check the website of the town or tourist office, or phone the venue. Do not rely on something you saw last year. For beaches in particular, check the local council's rules for the town in question on the dates of your stay. The beaches of Grau-du-Roi and Espiguette are less than 40 minutes from the estate, but dog access there depends on local rules you need to check.

The safest plan is to build your days around country walks. The paths between vines and olive trees in the Costières start right at the estate. Always carry fresh water, avoid the hottest hours in summer, and keep your dog on a lead near roads and livestock.

What is there to do in Nîmes when travelling with a dog?

The Jardins de la Fontaine, the Maison Carrée and the Nîmes Arena (Arènes) can all be enjoyed from outside. For monuments and museums, whether pets are admitted depends on each place: ask beforehand, and have a plan B if your dog has to stay at the accommodation. Our guide to things to do in Nîmes for a weekend helps you plan half-days in town, and day trips around Nîmes helps you pick suitable outings. The Camargue is 30 minutes away, Arles 30 minutes, Aigues-Mortes 35 minutes.

Why the countryside suits pets

A dog in a city rental depends on walks for everything. In the countryside, it has a garden, a quiet space and no heavy traffic around. At the estate, the tennis court is free for guests, bikes are available, and the Mas is 15-20 minutes from the Nîmes Arena (Arènes). The estate services are detailed on their own page. For food, the guinguette (open-air bistro) Maison MH is open in the summer season: ask on site about bringing your pet.

How to prepare your dog or cat before you leave

A few precautions make the stay easier for everyone. Bring the health record and check that vaccinations and identification are up to date. Pack your pet's bowl, usual bed and toys: a familiar smell helps an animal settle in a new place. Bring its usual food too, rather than changing it during the holiday.

In summer, the Gard can get very hot. Walk your dog early in the morning and in the evening, never leave it in a car, and watch its paws on scorching ground. A cat that is not used to being outdoors will be calmer if it stays close to the accommodation for the first few days.

Checklist before you book

• Does the accommodation accept pets, and at what price?
• Is the outdoor space fenced?
• Have you checked the rules for the beaches and sites you will visit on your dates?
• Is there a fallback if your pet cannot go somewhere?
• Is the rental air-conditioned for hot days? Most of the Mas rentals are (at Le Loft, in the upstairs bedrooms). Studio Bohème and Studio Esprit Loft have a fan.

What if you want to stay at La Madone du Mas?

The La Madone du Mas studios do not accept pets. If you are travelling with a dog or cat, head for Mas Bois Fontaine: the two estates are neighbours, but the rules differ. That way you avoid an unpleasant surprise on arrival.

A relaxed stay, for you and for your dog

A dog feels at ease when it finds its bearings: a spot of its own, regular walks, a calm rhythm. Plan days without too much driving, with a visit in the morning and rest in the afternoon. Back at the accommodation, the garden is a handy buffer to drink, catch its breath and stretch its legs. That is one of the advantages of a rental with a private outdoor space.

How do you book with a pet?

Choose your dates on the booking page, then mention your pet: the €20 per pet per stay supplement is added to the rate. Unsure about your companion's breed, size or behaviour? Tell us before you arrive. To pick an area to stay in, also read where to stay in Nîmes.