Carp fishing France at Genets

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• Sat 22nd Oct - Sat 29th Oct 2011
  Gary Smith
  The single most cause of obesity now in france is probably heathers portions & her ability to cook superb food that you just can’t leave. Ps the oth...
  
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• Sat 8th Oct - Sat 15th Oct 2011
  Neil & Roz Bexon.
  We would like to start our comments with a very big thank-you to heather & larry again you have made us very welcome like part of the fishing fraterni...
  
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• Sat 1st Oct - Sat 8th Oct 2011
  DICK (Diss International Carp Kings)
  This is our 5th year back here now & still as enjoyable as the first, we have had a great week fishing again with larry/heather & the food was absolut...
  
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• Sat 24th Sep - Sat 1st Oct 2011
  Craig, Paul, Sammy.
  Heather looked after me & the boys like mum dose....
  
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• Sat 3rd Sep - Sat 10th Sep 2011
  Steve, Andy & Nigel.
  Heather’s food was absolutely gorgeous, larry’s advise was good. Very peaceful lake. Many thanks, see you again!!...
  
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Weather at Genets

Overview

Genêts is situated in the idyllic, peaceful countryside of the Pays de la Loire region, near Mayenne. Although easy to find with the directions supplied it is set well away from busy main roads - the only neighbours you'll be likely to see are cows grazing in the nearby fields - making this an ideal setting for a quiet week of carp fishing France.

Here’s some examples of feedback from 2011;

"We all had an excellent time fishing, the food was top notch & Larry & Heather were super hosts. Ask Larry for any information about where to fish, he knows all the hot spots. They were both really warm & friendly, & all can’t wait to fish here again. WALOP!!"

Norf London International Carp Hunters (NLICH), May 2011.  

"Heather’s food was superb as usual & Larry’s company on the bank was a privilege. Les Genets is the place for good food, good company, peace & tranquillity, combining to make the perfect fishing holiday. Will be booking again as soon as we get home. Thank you for making our time at Les Genets so special."

Angie & Alan Bond, August 2011.

The Carp Lake

This is a 40 year old man-made carp lake of approximately 5½ acres, fed by a natural spring, with a silt over clay bottom. The owners have retained its natural look with trees and bushes overhanging the water, giving shade and shelter to both anglers and fish. Carp fishing France in beautiful surroundings.

There are 9 single swims & 1 double for 5 anglers maximum to choose from, so there's plenty of room to move around if you wish.

All the swims are on one side of the lake and are well drained with good cover and plenty of space for large bivvies. The bank you fish to is mostly tree and bush lined.

Owners Larry, Steve & Heather live on-site so there is always someone available should you need any help or advice. The property is securely fenced in and there is a car parking area. Larry & Steve can help you transport your tackle to your swim if you wish.

The Carp

After the lake was purchased in 2003 the owners supplemented the existing stock of high doubles with additional stock in '04 & '05, consisting of mainly 20's to high 30's with further stock being added in '08 & '10 of mainly mid to high 20’s. 

Genets now holds around 150 beautiful mirrors & commons which includes countless 30+’s, at least 15 x 40’s & 2 known 50+’s.  The lake has no poisson chat or crayfish.

In 2006 & again prior to the start of the 2010 season, the owners had the professional fish farmers in to net the lake to remove all the unwanted small fish, this really helps with future carp growth rates.

The lake record now stands at 53lb 12oz caught in May 2011 by Adam Plant. 

The Facilities

There is a comfortable lodge overlooking the lake where breakfast and evening meals are served.

In the lodge there are UK electrical sockets for mobile phone charging etc. and a freezer for bait.  For those wanting to keep up with UK television there is also a full size TV.  Snacks, beer, wine, soft drinks, milk, and bottled water are all available.  

Next to the lodge is the shower and toilet block (2 showers, 2 toilets) which has hot water 24 hours a day. A washing machine & tumble dryer are available for your use for a small charge. 

If you want to access your emails a computer with a secure internet connection is available for use in the lodge free of charge between the hours of 9am to 9pm.  

Anything purchased on site eg. food, bait, drinks, etc can be paid for at end of the week, but the owners ask that you pay in Euros.

Mobile Home

There is a comfortable mobile home which is sited near to the lodge overlooking the lake and sleeps up to 4 people.  The mobile home gives you the chance to take along partners or non-anglers… or just simply provide a bit more comfort.

There are 2 bedrooms, 1 with a double bed & 1 with 2 singles (bedding can be provided for a small charge). There’s a comfortable sitting area with a television that receives UK TV channels & a DVD player, a tackle store & a small galley kitchen with hob, microwave & kettle.

There’s no toilet or shower as these facilities are available in the adjacent shower block. 

Meals

This venue offers an excellent food package.  We're told nobody has ever left hungry, so be prepared to put on a bit of weight!  The food package includes;

• a full cooked English breakfast with cereals, toast and as much tea and coffee as you can drink... or a breakfast baguette delivered to your swim
• a two-course evening meal (main course and sweet). 

Breakfast & evening meals are served in the lodge or, weather permitting, at the seating area overlooking the lake. For those hardy fishermen who don't want to reel in they are more than happy to serve your evening meals at the gazebo situated close to your swims.

The food package price is £120

Please note; if you book the food package you will be asked to pay a 10% deposit to Angling Lines and the balance to the lake in Euros when you arrive. Please note that due to fluctuations in the exchange rate the balance you pay when you arrive may not equate exactly to the remaining 90% in £’s sterling – it may be slightly more or less due to a change in the exchange rate.

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Carp fishing France Offers

Return visits;

Visit this lake 2 (or more) times in the same calendar year & get a 10% discount on the return visits!

We have lots of customers who make more than one trip with us and we want to reward that loyalty. Certain venues have agreed to participate in a discount scheme for return trips. This lake is one of those taking part… so book a return trip and get your 10% discount!

Conditions:

• Applies to fishing only & excludes accommodation (if normally booked separately), food, bait etc.
• Applies to ferry crossing for vehicle only (excludes trailers, cabins etc)
• Members of a group booking who have not visited twice will not be eligible for the discount
• This offer is only valid for return trips taken in the same calendar year and cannot be taken in conjunction with any other offer or special discount applied to this lake

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