Carp Fishing France at The Secret Garden from Armfield Angling

Situated in the Haute-Vienne department of the Limousin region of France, The Secret Garden is only 1 kilometre from the picturesque village of Cognac-la-Foret with all of the amenities that you will require for a perfect holiday. The Secret Garden is in a very rural location, totally private and completely secure with its own private outdoor swimming pool, offering some unrivalled carp fishing in France. It is an idyllic home away from home while you enjoy a luxury holiday combined with some fantastic carp fishing.

This beautiful tree-lined five-acre lake with depths to 4.5 metres is nothing short of breathtaking.

Fully updated licensed and insured to meet all the current legislation. Family pets are very welcome at the venue and in the house.

There are 103 carp, a mixture of commons and mirrors. The lake record stands at 68.04 and there are approx 15 fish in excess of 50 pounds and 4 in excess of 60 pounds with a very high lake average of over 40 pounds.

It is the perfect fishery for individuals, families or small groups of three anglers.

Your pets are welcome at Secret Garden and local veterinary appointments can be made by the lake owner Jean-Noel on request

The Secret Garden is now one of the most highly acclaimed lake-exclusive venues with first-class accommodation in France.


It is advisable to book at your earliest convenience on this venue.



The house is equally impressive, it is large and spacious with all the comforts of home, it is fully equipped and you will want for nothing.

Having 3 double bedrooms it is perfect for families of up to 6 persons. There are also 2 convertible sofa beds, one in the master bedroom and one on the upstairs landing which provides the capacity for larger families or groups of up to 10 persons.

Inside you will find a large flat-screen TV with Sky TV and even free wi-fi, so you can relax in front of the open wood fire if the weather turns chilly, or equally, relax in the air-conditioned conservatory when it gets too hot.

Outside there is ample parking for several vehicles, there is a BBQ area, covered terrace, seating, and the lake is only 20 meters from the house.

Please note the venue is completely pet friendly and fully enclosed and gated.

Outside in close view from the house's air-conditioned conservatory, you will find a sun deck with a brand new outdoor family swimming pool, installed to meet all the French safety regulations. Just add in a selection of four brand-new mountain and road bikes for your use ... what more could you want for the perfect family holiday?

Secret Garden Siret: 809816000200012

We are the only official UK-based company to offer bookings to The Secret Garden.

VIEW SECRET GARDEN VIDEO

You only need to take a quick look at the gallery to realise the Villedon fish have been individually selected for their growth potential and individual appearances. On visiting the venue you will soon see we are proud to have some of the finest fish France has to offer.

Villedon stock is a mixture of large framed mirror and common carp together with some exceptional linears. Additional species are sturgeon, koi carp, pike and zander.

View the Lac de Villedon fish gallery

2017 drain down and netting - 7th, 8th 9th 10th and 21st January 2017

After months of planning and preparation, Lac de Villedon underwent a FULL drain down and then netting on 7th January 2017. The lake had gradually been drained over the last 2 weeks to leave a large basin at the deeper dam end of the lake.

Following coffee and breakfast at 7.30am on day 1 the 25 strong Villedon team comprising of Villedon owner and staff, fish farmers and dedicated local supporters of the venue were greeted by the site of the main basin being frozen following a night of -4 temperatures.

Click here to view the full report