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Callum and Tony came to Beausoleil in 2011 with two very different goals. After a two year wait, Callum had set his heart on capturing one of the very big catfish that lurks in the depths of the lake. His friend Tony had different ideas. Tony is a very experienced angler but had never felt the need ....more
Well what a fantastic first year we had as proud new owners of one of France’s premier Carp & Cat fishing venues as lake records for all species fell like dominoes! • Mirror Carp record was broken 3 times as it was taken from 43lb 12oz through to the magic 50lb barrier • Comm ....more
Fishery owner Matt Collins has just take this stunning fully scaled mirror on a solid PVA bag cast to the end of a gravel bar. The fish was part of a three fish haul taken during a 24 hr session. ....more
We have just had a cancellation for the week starting 2nd June 2012. This is a rare opportunity to secure this prime week as all other weeks (except October) are already sold. Please contact CF directly if this is of interest. ....more
Fishery owner Matt Collins took another nice mirror of 28.5lb on his 2nd trip of 2012. The mild January weather has meant the fish are already on the munch. This bodes well for fish growth rates this year as winter feed quanties can be increased. ....more
Beausoleil is a quiet, beautifully secluded 4 acre lake set in the Bretagne region of northwest France. The lake has an impressive stocking of Carp to 50lb and Catfish to 95lb.
The venue is about 1 hour 20 minutes drive from the port of St Malo. Close by are the historic towns of Laval and Vitre and everything else that this region of Brittany has to offer. If you fancy a break from fishing there is plenty to see in the surrounding area, it boasts a wealth of lakes and rivers amongst natural forests and valleys.
You and your party, of up to 4 people, will have exclusive use of the lake and fully equipped house.
Beausoleil is an estate-type lake with a two bedroom property set in six acres of beautifully
managed grounds. There is a fantastic variety of wildlife, including kingfishers and red squirrels
which abound on the island, and around the lake itself. The lake has depths ranging from 2 - 6 feet;
the weedy shallows are spanned by a wooden footbridge to the shady tree-covered island.
Beausoleil is a tree-lined lake of four acres brimming with large carp and catfish, as
well as coarse fish. Amongst the mature trees are nine clearly marked out swims giving
ample room to set up your bivvy.
Beausoleil boasts an impressive stock of fish, including Carp to 50lb and Cats to 95lb
121 Carp between 15lb and 30lb
32 Carp between 30lb and 50lb
38 Catfish between 25lb and 95lb
10 Pike up to 15lb
4 Sturgeon up to 22lb
It is recommended to use the Carp pellets available on-site as the fish are fed on these all year.
We have the following equipment onsite for your use at no extra charge:
4 Large unhooking cradles
4 Carp barrows
1 7ft long Catfish weigh sling
1 Set 220lb Reuben Heaton scales and 1 two-man Catfish weigh sling lifting bar
4 Pairs Catfish gloves
1 Portable BBQ + tools
1 Rowing Boat (please bring your own life jackets)
Numerous tubs for water/rubbish/pellets etc
Beausoleil has a bankside property exclusive to you and your party (maximum of 4 people). This includes two twin bedrooms, a bathroom/shower, toilet, lounge/diner and fully equipped kitchen with all the usual fittings.
New for 2011: there is also a full UK sized pool table, second bathroom with shower and a utility room.
There is a bait freezer-storage area and washing machine in a separate room. The house is well equipped with no need for you to bring anything (except towels). For the evenings there is a English TV, video, hi-fi, dvd player and plenty of DVDs and books.
Outside is a BBQ, garden table, chairs and parasol. Around the lake, you will find large A-Frame tables in the Home swim and Double swim.
Bankside Tackle's 20mm D-Liver boilies, matching hookers, wafters, popups and glug are available on site. There are also Carp pellets available for pre-order. Both boilies and pellets are highly recommended and have accounted for many of the carp and cats including all lake record fish. Both are top quality food source baits which all the fish love.
Fantastic lake plus good facilities and hospitable owners. Leaf fall from surrounding trees was a hazard. Would like to come earlier in the year next time. Thanks for a great stay! ....more
The facilities were great and we can't think of any improvements that could be made. I have already recommended the venue to a friend. We caught many beautiful and strong fish. Thanks for everything. ....more
Excellent venue! We've been before but appreciated the additions of the pool table and the well stocked emergency tackle box. ....more
Fantastic time! Great experience. Matt & Irene are great people and we have learned a lot. Thanks, and good luck with your great venue. ....more
Matt & Irène make a good team. This was one of the most pain free fishing holidays I have had and that is down to them - great hosts. The 90lb cat was an awesome beast! The dream that is Beausoleil. ....more
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