Details of your catches:

One angler out of a group of 7 was always going to be tough, especially with four pensioners and a nine year old all wanting a catch a fish but we soon realised that trying to fish with multiple rods was a waste of time at Mas Bas!

Armed with one rod each and mainly fishing mornings and evenings we set about some rather casual carping.

We fished 6 mornings and evening in total and caught over 40 fish including 4 x 40's, whilst not fishing very hard at all and mainly spending our time relaxing by the pool. It really is the perfect lake / facilities for a relaxing family holiday!

Stalking / float fishing was really fun! The water in places is shallow enough to watch the fish stirring up the bottom around your float. The anticipation beats the sound of the alarms that's for sure...

Forgive our pictures. Amateur hour extended into photography! :)

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Lots of bait, tight to the far margins was a winning tactic with plenty of house pellet, 20mm boilies and tiger nuts. We started with double 20mm hook baits but found 2 or 3 tigers, topped with a bright 12mm pop up seemed to give us the most consistent action and less catfish and grass carp.

The last three days I spent the afternoons float fishing in the shallows and had multiple fish up to and including our biggest of the week at 45.12. Great fun and really took me back to where it all started for me as a child, float fishing on an old estate lake for carp and crucians.

Even the grass carp were great fun for our group but if you are serious anglers after the bigger carp that Mas Bas holds, I'd imagine they could get a little tiresome.

Were the facilities what you expected?

The house was fantastic. Really functional and having the main kitchen / dining space opening out onto the terrace was perfect for the daily long, lazy lunches and evening BBQ's. Plenty of fridge space for food and drinks.

All the rooms were all appointed and the front two double bedrooms having beautiful views out over the lake. If booked for a larger party there are also two additional bedrooms on the lower ground floor that can be added at an additional cost. It is worth noting that if booking in summer the lower ground floor is wonderfully cool therefore those bedrooms are ideal for those that struggle with the heat.

Washing and drying facilities on site were also handy, especially if travelling with children.

Were you happy with them?

Extremely happy.

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

1000%

Taking 6 non anglers on a 'fishing holiday' was slightly nerve-wracking however Mas Bas did not disappoint! Everyone had an amazing time and the tranquil setting allows for total relaxation and reflection.

Plenty of nature on hand and we spent many misty mornings watching the deer on the rolling sides of the valley.

The local town is 10 minutes by car and has everything you would need - supermarket, excellent butcher and bakery, pizza shop, creperie, cafe / bar. Look out for the monthly food markets in the town centre! Well worth a visit.

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

The hosts Sharon and Gilles were AMAZING! We suffered some van issues on the way down which resulted in having to leave the van 5 hours North of Mas Bas and cramming everything into a small hire car. Both Sharon and Gilles gave up their time and helped us liaise with the French garage ref repairs which was super helpful as our French is rusty (to say the least). Nothing was too much trouble.

Sharon & Gilles thank you so, so much for going well and truly above and beyond. We will definitely be back and next time we promise not to be as much of a problem! :)

NB. If eating out, definitely visit Gilles recommendations. All were absolutely spot on!

General Comments:

So many memories made...

My son landing a 44lb fish on his own, doubling his PB before I was even set up! 'I think it's quite big Dad' :)
My father in law's smile after landing a his first carp.
Float fishing in those shallows at dusk.
Watching our parents walking around the lake to 'get their steps in' with a glass of red in hand.

Magical. Thank you Mas Bas.

Details of your catches:

It took a day to sort spots out, but roughly knew them from last visit in 2018 and basically fish from the off!
Must have been an introduction of grass carp since we fished in 2018 which although kept numbers up and fought hard but became a pain in the end.
Fish caught: total 75
13 commons biggest 33lb
38 mirrors with numerous 20s and 30s, 2 x 40s biggest 44lb
2 koi biggest 16lb
25 grass carp biggest 27lb

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Fishing tight to far margins using nylon hook links and Ronnie rigs. Right hand side more favourable in afternoon at distance as fish moved into the shallows. Left hand side good under overhang of large tree. Good opportunities for stalking both ends in main swims slow up or resting.
Snowman rigs with wrapped 20mm bottom bait with plastic topper to reduce crayfish activity and catfish. Tried tiger nuts with plastic toppers which did catch but slow. Changed back to only boilies which was more prolific.

Were the facilities what you expected?

The facilities could do with some tlc and not really been updated since last visit 5 years ago, ie: kitchen units and doors, no locks on bathrooms doors binding on floors etc. No trade during Covid probably restrained this understandably. However a great improvement to the main swim bank has been done since last time which should be commended!
The pool lovely and nice to jump in to cool off during the heat of the day.

Were you happy with them?

Generally yes we were happy with our stay. Our hosts Gilles and Sharon, as usual we’re very helpful.
Confusion over electric car charging but I think this has been clarified in terms now.

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

Yes

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

Yes

General Comments:

Need a holiday to get over this!! Lots of fish action and could of had lots more but can be hard work fishing over 100 yards especially when the rods go off in your hand as you drop the bait!
If you are after non stop action with a good chance of a 40lb this is your place!

Details of your catches:

I had 85 fish for the week fishing days only.
46 mirror carp (biggest 49.8lb)
3 Common carp (biggest 32lb)
36 Grass carp (biggest 31lb)

Consisted of
5 x 40's
15 x 30's
65 X 20's

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Bait boat to far margin, Scopex Squid and Sticky Krill boilie and lots of particle. 20mm Wafters or pop ups.
Often had a take before I could get the boat back.
Only 5 poisson chat for the week, did not cause an issue for me.

Were the facilities what you expected?

We have had multiple visits to Mas Bas, always great and ready for our arrival.
New outside furniture is a nice upgrade.

Were you happy with them?

Yes

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

Yes

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

Always good service from Angling Lines

General Comments:

Another fantastic trip to Mas Bas, great seeing Sharon, Turkish and Diesel again, Unfortunately missed Gilles this time but will catch you next time.

Details of your catches:

We only fished days as we had so many bites didn’t need to fish nights aswell. We basically had over 100 fish between the 3 of us in only
5 days fishing ranging from smallest which was 21lb all the way up to 50lb. PBs were beaten a lot on this trip and we all had an amazing time.

Your best tactics/bait/rigs:

Were the facilities what you expected?

Yes

Were you happy with them?

Yes

Would you recommend the venue to a friend?

Yes

Would you recommend the services to a friend?

Yes

General Comments:

There was 3 of us fishing along with our partners and also 3 children under 3, and we had the most amazing week, family time and especially fishing!! Also Sharon and all the staff there were absolutely amazing and also managed to sort me out a last minute transfer to the airport so can’t thank them enough.