Carp fishing at the Squirrel Lake
Châtres, Northern France
Lake Description
Squirrel Lake – An exclusive carp paradise in the heart of Champagne
Located 3 hrs 47 min. 397 km from Calais, hidden in the tranquil forests of Champagne, you’ll find the beautiful Squirrel Lake (Domaine de l’Ecureuil). This brand-new, 3,5 hectare or 9 acre carp water offers unrivalled privacy and peace, and has never been fished commercially before – a true gem.
Your accommodation: comfort right on the water’s edge
The brand-new chalet (32 m²) provides every comfort imaginable. It is finished to a high modern standard and includes a fully equipped kitchen, a beautiful bathroom, and an open-plan living area with two double sofa beds, a dining area, TV, and a cosy wood burner. Please bring your own bed linen.
The highlight is the huge wooden terrace, directly overlooking the water. Here you can enjoy a sublime view of the lake and absolute, safe tranquillity – no disturbance from the outside world.
Excellent swims
You can fish directly from the terrace or place your rods in the immediate vicinity. About 50 metres from the chalet lies a second, well-maintained grassy swim. There is plenty of room to set up one or two bivvies comfortably. The venue offers exclusivity for a maximum of 4 anglers.
The water: clear, deep and angler-friendly
The lake is completely sheltered among trees and bushes. Depths range from 1.5 to 4.5 metres. The bottom consists of sand and clay with a thin layer of silt, and there are no annoying snags. Thanks to professional treatment, there is no problem with weed growth during the fishing season. The water contains a small stock of freshwater crayfish and poisson chat. Bringing a boat is recommended to be able to fish the entire water effectively.
The fish stock: quality and growth potential
The carp stock is an excellent mix of old and new:
- An old stock containing several very large specimens.
- A new stock of 150 stocked mirror and common carp, between 10 and 30 kg.
This stock is fed during winter, meaning weights will only increase. In addition to carp, pike and silverfish may also be targeted.
Conclusion
Squirrel Lake is a delightful, peaceful and comfortable carp fishing venue, perfect for a successful fishing holiday. Book the domain exclusively for yourself and your party (1-4 persons) and enjoy privacy, safety and top-quality fishing.
Holiday home
4 Person Lake Side Bungalow The brand-new chalet (32 m²) provides every comfort imaginable. It is finished to a high modern standard and includes a fully equipped kitchen, a beautiful bathroom, and an open-plan living area with two double sofa beds,...
Key points
- Lake: Squirrel Lake - Domaine de l'Écureuil
- Village: 10510, Châtres, France
- Region: Aube, Champagne
- Distance from Calais: 3 hrs 47 min. 397 km
- Area: 3,5 hectares or 9 acres
- Anglers: maximum 4 Anglers
- Depths: 1,5 m to 4,5 m
- Stocking: around 150 carp
- Lake record: 30 kg // 66 lbs
- Obstacles: no snaggs or other major obstacles
- Weed formation: some weed formation during the warmer months
- Wifi: no
- Price Lake Exclusive: from 1500€ from Saturday to Saturday
Rules - Squirrel Lake
Northern FrancePlease contact the bailiff 2 hours prior to arrival so he can receive you at the lake: +33 7 67 32 01 49 (Whatsapp)
1. The angler should bring a valid booking confirmation.
2. It’s allowed to fish 24 hrs per day - catch & release
3. Boats are allowed, live vests compulsory. Bait boats are allowed.
4. Swimming in the lake is forbidden.
5. No braided line, no braided leaders and no lead-core. Minimum line – 15lb breaking strain – safety rigs only. Please use single hooks with micro barb.
6. Carp sacs, bent hooks, braided mainline, peanuts and other nuts are banned. Canned maize is allowed, Home-cooked particles are allowed, please cook until the core is soft. Rig tube is allowed.
7. 3 Rods per angler. Bivvies and tents should be brown or green. Each angler should have a big landing net with a min. size of 90 cm and a large unhooking mat or cradle of min. 5 cm thick, a big weigh sling and Carp Antiseptic kits to disinfect the hook wounds.
8. Fishing is only allowed on the booked swims. Never leave your rods unattended.
9. Please return the fish carefully to the water. Bring your waders to make your pics with the fish in the water (under your responsibility). Please stand up with a carp to make pictures, all pictures should be made in the water or kneeled down with the carp held over the mat or cradle.
10. Marking or steeling fish will be reported immediately to the local Police (Gendarmerie) and French Justice.
11. Alcohol abuse and drugs are not tolerated.
12. Please respect the nature and the tranquillity of the site. Keep clean the sanitary building and the swims. Please separate waste in the designated containers.
13. Dogs are allowed. Campfires are strictly forbidden. Gas cookers and barbecues are allowed.
14. The owner can keep the refundable payment if you don’t respect the regulations
15. Arrival: 02:00 PM. Departure: 10:00 AM.
16. Cars may stay on the swims.
17. The owner and the bailiff can check your rigs at any time.
18. The owner is not responsible for theft, fire, injury or what so ever.
19. Each angler should sign the regulations declaring that he/she accepts them
20. Waste sorting: please separate glass, from paper & cardboard, bricks & cans etc.
21. 200€ refundable deposit per Angler.
