We had been looking for a venue that carp anglers could bring their partners, family or non angling friends without a compromise to the quality of fishing or the holiday experience for all.
We think we’ve found that in Chantebeouf. Whether enjoying a glass or two on the veranda overlooking the lake. Or sitting in one of the copse areas, walking around the lake, in the woods or down the farm track. Feeding the fish and ducks on the pond – you will soon relax into the tranquil surroundings of Chantebeouf and Limousin.
There is a lovely tree house and play area for the kids, lots of safe places to roam and explore, a chicken coop and lots of wildlife to see. You will often see deer walking around and we have our own resident owl and woodpeckers. We have two brand new gas BBQ’s located at the house and lodge and there are benches and seats dotted around the grounds.
Inside our fully furnished house and lodge with fitted kitchens and bathrooms in both, There is a dishwasher, washing machine and spin dryer, flat screen TVs both with Sky TV and loads of books and games.
Once out of the gates, if you can pull yourselves away, there are some really lovely historic towns, chateau’s, parks, forests and meandering rivers. There are lots of places to eat and drink in the nearby historic towns of St Junien and Rochechouart.
St Junien sits on the river Vienne and is notable for being on the famous crusading route of Richard the Lionheart. Rochechouart is a beautiful town with a stunning chateau, lovely walks and great restaurants
The whole area is a designated place of outstanding beauty and nature reserve. You are also only 90 minutes from the coast of La Rochelle if you fancied a seaside jaunt. Oradour sur Glane is something not to be missed and I haven’t met anyone who hasn’t been incredibly moved by the experience of walking around this tragic village monument left as it was on 10th June 1944 when most of its inhabitants were massacred by the Nazis. Again see things to do link.
There are two fabulous artificial lakes a short drive away that offer wonderful facilities such as beaches, swimming, water sports, picnics and camping.
Lac de Vassiviere is one of Frances largest lakes and famous in France for its watersports. Dominated by its own Chateau that is situated on an island in the centre of the lake, Vassiviere has 45 kilometres of coastline and offers loads to do for the family.
Lac de saint Pardoux at 300 hectares is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the region offering; abseiling, watersports, mountain biking, acrobatic tree and adventure parks, parcours, tennis and numerous beaches. Both Pardoux and Vassiviere are stunning locations with loads to do if you want to try and drag the angler in your group away from the rods for a few hours.
Things to do nearby
Set in the national park region, the town of St. Junien is just 8 minutes drive away. It is the second largest town in the Haute Vienne. It is also the capital of luxury leather glove manufacturing.
There is a nearby golf resort which incorporates a gourmet restaurant. There is also great hiking and mountain bike trails in the area and a train station with a direct link to Paris. Limoges is the nearest city where the famous Limoges porcelain comes from. It is about 30km away and has many places of history, art and museums to visit. Limoges also has its own airport with daily flights throughout most of the year to England.
Rochechouart is Limousin’s picture-perfect town to visit with a large chateau, shops and resturants, 15 mins drive away. A 20 minute drive takes you to the memorial and museum at Oradour sur Glane, as left by the Germans on 10th June 1944 when 642 of the inhabitants were massacerd by the SS.
Limoges is your nearest large town and where you will have flown into if you have chosen to fly here. Very much worth a visit and famous for its porcelain. Lac de Saint-Paradoux is 25 kilometres north of Limoges is one of the most visited destinations in the Limousin. At over 750 acres there are a wide range of family activities and facilities at the various beaches and places around this inland sea that offers a host of water sports, adventure parks, places to see and eat.
Farther afield is the historic and picturesque town of Poitiers, site of two major historical battles and well worth a visit. For more information, please call us on 07912477993.