La Chatouillette is situated in a picturesque area of natural beauty, surrounded by open countryside, hills, and ancient forests in the Department of the Manche. The location is just a 1 hour and 20-minute drive from Caen ferry port and 4 hours and 30 minutes from Calais.
Your stay at La Chatouillette includes a charming coach house that can accommodate up to 4 guests, along with an exclusive 3-acre lake stocked with mirror and common carp, some weighing over 30lbs, with an average size of 26lbs.
The lake is nestled within the expansive gardens of La Chatouillette, just a few meters away from the coach house. It offers an ideal setting for up to 4 anglers, surrounded by mature gardens, woodlands, and meadows.
The lake’s depth ranges from 2ft to 6ft at its deepest point, with a lakebed predominantly composed of sand and silt. Towards the shallower end, there is a smaller island, while a larger island, with depths between 3-5ft, sits off-centre.
There are six grass swims around the lake, providing ample space for setting up your fishing equipment and bivvi.
A maximum of 4 people in total including both anglers and non anglers are permitted.
Local Attractions
La Chatouillette is situated amidst the rural woodlands of The Regional Natural Park. The holiday Gite and lake border the three departments of Normandy: The Manche, Orne, and Calvados. The central location provides exceptional opportunities for cyclists and walkers to discover the Greenway routes. This is an ideal spot for cyclists seeking a stable hub with top-rated self-catering lodging. There is safe storage for your bicycles and a workshop space.
Market days in ‘Next Door Normandy’ are great fun and are enjoyed by tourists and locals alike. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich and exciting French culture. Be prepared to rise early, as markets open around 7.30 in the morning and close about 12 noon just in time for lunch.
Local Amenities
Bank and Cash machine
Bakery
Supermarket
Pharmacy
Butcher’s shop
Petrol
Tabac
Restaurant
Coiffure
Flea market
Bookings are Saturday to Saturday – check in no earlier than 3pm and checkout by 10am the following Saturday.
Security Deposit– A Security damage Deposit of €200 is required on arrival and returned on the final day after look around of accommodation and equipment
Due to local regional regulation the owners obliged to collect a compulsory tourist levy of 1.85€ per night per person over 18 which is collected in cash and exchanged for the key on arrival.
You can use free of charge the landing mats, slings, and two landing nets. All borrowed equipment undergoes thorough inspection both before and after usage.
The Games room provides ample storage room for your gear and tackle.
Please note that fishing chairs are not included
The following bait is available at the venue which must be pre-ordered:
Boilies
French Crab €50 per 5kg bag
Hook Baits
Pop-ups €10
Bait Dip €10
Maize
3 kilo €7
Fishing Rules
Carp Care Guide
Port | Distance |
---|---|
Calais | 274 miles |
Caen | 68 miles |
St. Malo | 69 miles |
Cherbourge | 98 miles |
Le Havre | 117 miles |
Roscoff | 176 miles |
Dieppe | 177 miles |
Dunkirk | 289 miles |
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