Carp France - The Fishing Holiday Specialists

'Etang le Fays' brings you to the heart of the Champagne-Ardennes region of France, close to the picturesque village of Robert Magny. Surrounded on all sides by forest, the 22 acre estate comprises of two lakes - the Main Lake of 17 acres and a small stock lake of approximately 3/4 acres.
 
The Main Lake is stocked with 500 plus Mirror / Common / Leather and Grass Carp of 20lb, 30lb, 40lb, 50lbs - with larger carp up to 70lbs. There are two Cats - one over 130lbs. There are also Pike to 25lbs, Tench, Roach and Rudd providing a well balanced fishery. The small lake is teeming with small carp up to 12lbs which can be fished for using float tackle should you so wish.

New Bankside Chalet

Completed at the end of April 2011, the newest addition to the facilities is a 20 square metre, fully fitted and insulated chalet, on two levels, nestled in the trees at the end the dam. This is an ideal addition for those people bringing their partners who crave a little more comfort.

The exterior decking provides ample space for alfresco dinning, sun bathing and a cool shaded area. A barbeque grill and sun loungers have been provided.

Based on two sharing - self catering, use of the chalet for a week is priced at €450. Please contact us for full details and availability.
 

• Lake Size : 17 Acres
• Swims : 20 Singles, 5 Doubles with 2 disabled access swims. (Max of 13 anglers)
• Depth : Average 5 ½ depth, 8 feet at it’s
• Carp Stock : 500+ carp up to 70lbs
• Other Fish : Catfish up to 130lbs, Grass Carp, Roach, Rudd, Tench and Pike
• Lake Bed : Clay bottom with silt patches
• Features : 7 Islands, Undulating botton with bars and plateaus
• Access : Excellent access by path. Boat service to swims.
• Night Fishing : Yes
• Boats Allowed : No
• Bait Boats Allowed: Yes
• Bankside Chalet

The main lake of 17 acres has 500 plus Mirror/Common/Leather and Grass Carp of 20lb, 30lb, 40lb,50lbs - with larger carp up to 70lbs. There are also Pike to 25lbs, Tench, Roach and Rudd providing a well balenced fishery. The small lake is 3/4 acre teeming with small carp up to 12lbs which can be fished for using float tackle should yo so wish.

Nineteen swims have been prepared, including five doubles and two suitable for disabled access. The maximum number of anglers per week is restricted to a maximum of 13 (if booked exclusively) and 12 if booked by individuals but they try to keep numbers around twelve where possible. This provides anglers with the opportunity to move swims should they wish to do so. Night fishing is allowed and no permits are required.

Radio controlled Bait Boats are welcome (please see the Fishery Rules for more information). Bait boats are available for hire at the lake. Inflatable boats, other types of personal craft and individual use of the lake boat are not permitted for insurance reasons. We provide a boat service for tackle delivery and collection to the far bank. During daylight hours hours, carpet and spot baiting can be undertaken by Mark as as requested.
 

All guests have full use of all facilities. In addition, they provide a number of useful and helpful services.

• English toilets and showers

• Dining room overlooking the lake

• Bar with licence (Please Note - Due to strict French Licensing Laws, please do not bring your own alcoholic beverages for consumption at the lake).

• Satellite TV

• Fully equipped on-site shop

• Official stockist of Franksleads

• Ample secure parking area

• Freezer storage facilities (limited)

• Drying area

• English plug sockets (for charging Bait Boats, Mobile Phones, etc.)

• Free boating service for tackle and area baiting (Insurance issues preclude clients using the lake boat).

• Good hospitality, good food and loads of peace and quiet

• A range of prepared particles (hemp, maize and pigeon conditioner) pellets (fish rearing) must be purchased onsite.

• A range of Boilies  - Ace Baits & Nash Baits.

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New Bankside Chalet

Completed at the end of April 2011, the newest addition to the facilities is a 20 square metre, fully fitted and insulated chalet, on two levels, nestled in the trees at the end the dam. This is an ideal addition for those people bringing their partners who crave a little more comfort.

The exterior decking provides ample space for alfresco dinning, sun bathing and a cool shaded area. A barbeque grill and sun loungers have been provided.

Based on two sharing - self catering, use of the chalet for a week is priced at €450. Please contact us for full details and availability.

The chalet has been designed and equipped to accommodate two people, self catering in comfort or a party of 4 people (utilising the large Sofa-bed on the ground floor) with ease. The position on the lake, wood floors, double glazing and extensive wall, floor and roof insulation means that the chalet is cool in the summer and warm in the spring and autumn.

The fitted kitchen includes a large electric oven, 4 ring hob with extractor hood, large fridge, stainless sink/drainer, ample storage and breakfast bar with stunning views of the lake. To the left of the kitchen is a cloakroom with toilet and wash hand basin and the stairs to the upper level. Other facilities also include a flat screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player. Ample electrical sockets have been provided for the charging of mobile phones, laptops and other equipment and external power sockets for the charging on bait boats/batteries.

Collected rain water is used to service the facilities.

The upper level presented with a king size double bed and two draw units to help make your stay as comfortable as possible. Mosquito netting has been fitted over the window so you can sleep with the windows open. Please note that the stairs to this level have a steep angle so may not be suitable for people with limited mobility. A large double sofa-bed is provided on the ground floor.

For reasons of health and safety owning to the type and nature of the wood floors throughout, no bed chairs are to be used in the chalet.

The area in front of the chalet has been opened up to provide clear views from the Chalet across the lake and an area to sit and admire the abundant wildlife. The lake supports several families of Ducks and Great Crested Grede's. Heron's frequent the lake and can be observed fishing in the margins. The dawn chorus is amazing and last well over an hour. During the day, frequent visitors to swims include Chaffinches, damselflies, dragonflies and a huge variety of butterflies. If you are really lucky, you may even catch sight of Kingfisher's and the Woodpeckers, Kite's and Buzzards who nest in the surrounding forest. If you love wildlife - bring your camera - you won't be disappointed.

Fishing Arrangements

For guests wishing to rent the chalet, Peg 1 on the dam and the chalet swim are set aside for your exclusive use of one angler. Your guest can float fish from the chalet swim while you are fishing form Peg 1 or, you can fish from the that chalet swim yourself.

Whilst fishing the lake from Peg 1 or the chalet swim, eating at the chalet is permitted but, you must have remote alarm sounder box with you. If you are fishing over night, again you must have your remote sounder box with you, be set up and fishing from the chalet swim and sleep on the sofa bed. You will need to discuss these arrangements with Mark and Clare onsite.

If you rent the chalet you can fish other swims on the lake but, all rods must be pulled in if you wish to eat at or sleep in the chalet. Please speak to Mark and Clare onsite.

A full food package is available to book which includes a Full English Breakfast and Evening meal with a dessert available as an additional extra.

"Microcat" Bait Boat - For Hire at the Lake - Just €70 for the week (Please pre-book this at least two weeks prior to departure.