Lac De Villedon

In the department of Vienne, close to the border with the Haute Vienne department, lies the beautiful and well-known Lac de Villedon. Lac de Villedon has a surface area of 37 hectares and has 13 swims. Two of these have accommodation. On swim 1, this is the luxury gite, and on swim 21, this is the more basic cabin. Since Villedon has a huge history in terms of existence, I think most anglers in Europe know this amazing lake. The lake is fed by the small river Blour, which brings in fresh water that positively influences the oxygen levels. The depth varies (also depending on the seasons) from around 4 meters at the dam to a maximum of 1 meter at the back near swim 12. During summer, the water level can be about 50 cm lower than in spring and autumn. The stock at Villedon is also incredible. With an average weight of 15 kilos and a balanced portion between 20 and well over 30+ kilos, Villedon has a stock to make your mouth water.

The lake
Lac de Villedon is fed by the Blour river, which provides a constant flow of fresh water. This ensures higher oxygen levels.
The lake has a varied bottom structure. Along the banks it’s often harder, and towards the middle you’ll also find softer areas. If you look carefully, you’ll often see areas that are about 20 cm deeper. These holes are created by feeding carp. You’ll also find areas with a softer mud bottom. Don’t be afraid to fish these spots either. These areas can be surprisingly productive.

Management and services
Paul de Flines is the owner of Lac de Villedon. He does everything to make your fishing holiday as pleasant as possible. Besides expert advice on how and where to fish, he also offers the following services:
– Extensive tackle shop
– Fiberglass boats with electric motor and battery
– Complete food packages

Swims and accommodations
The lake has 13 spacious swims spread across 37 hectares of water, with space for a maximum of 26 anglers. This means you always have plenty of space and never feel overcrowded.
Besides fishing from your bivvy, there are also two accommodations available. Swims 2 to 8 are within walking distance of the facilities.
Please note that swims 10,11,12,13 may contain very little water during summer.
Swim 1 the Gite 2 anglers, 4 people bivvies can be set up for maximum 8 people (€100 p.p. extra)
Swim 2 is a single-person swim
Swim 4 is a two or three-person swim
Swim 5 is a two-person swim
Swim 7 is a two-person swim
Swim 8 is a single-person swim
Swim 9 is a two-person swim
Swim 10 + 13 is for two people (choice between these swims for two anglers)
Swim 11 + 12 is for two people (choice between these swims for two anglers)
Swim 15 is a two or three-person swim
Swim 17 is a one or two-person swim
Swim 19 is a two or three-person swim
Swim 21 is a two-person swim, 2 extra people allowed for an additional fee (€100 p.p. extra in a bivvy)

Accommodations
Cabin (2 people)
(maximum 2 anglers, maximum 4 people total; a third and fourth person is possible in a bivvy
• Directly on the water with wide private jetty.
• 2 single beds, kitchen, refrigerator, power supply and seating area
• Cold water available, no private shower/toilet
• Bedding and electricity included; bring your own towels and kitchen towels
• Sleeping space for 2 people, for an additional fee 2 extra people possible in own tent next to the Cabin (€100 per person per week)
• Accessible on foot, parking about 100 m away

Lac de Villedon Cabin
This cabin is located directly on the lake with its own wide wooden jetty. Perfect for two anglers, or for one angler with a non-angler who wants a bit more comfort than a normal bivvy session.
The cabin is equipped with two single beds, a small kitchen with refrigerator, power supply and a seating area. There’s a tap with cold water in the kitchen (not drinking water). Keep in mind that the cabin doesn’t have its own shower or toilet.
Bedding and electricity are included. You bring your own towels and kitchen towels.
The cabin is accessible on foot. You can park your car about 100 meters from the cabin to unload your gear. From there you transport your equipment via a narrow footpath or by boat to the swim.
The cabin provides sleeping space for 2 people as standard. For an additional fee you can bring up to 2 extra people who can stay overnight in their own tent next to the cabin. The additional cost for this is €100 per person per week.

Gite (4 people)
• Maximum 2 anglers, 4 people total
Bivvies can possibly be placed on the bank for 2 extra people for an additional fee.
Note: dogs are not allowed in the Gite.
The Gite is located directly on the deep bank side of the lake and has a large jetty from which you can fish. You have everything you need here for a comfortable fishing holiday: a neat kitchen, spacious bathroom, separate toilet and a cozy living room with TV (no satellite reception) and DVD player.
In the spacious garden you’ll find a garden house and barbecue for relaxing evenings after fishing. Although the Gite itself doesn’t have a direct view of the lake from the living room, you’re just steps away from the bank from your bedroom and can immediately cast your rods.
Would you rather fish from a tent? Then you can set it up on the bank. Keep in mind that the surface is asphalt and you can’t drive pegs into the ground.

Practical information:
• Bedding, electricity and hot water are included.
• You need to bring your own towels and kitchen towels.
• There’s a washing machine that works with coins (€2.50 per cycle).
• Heating is not included. Wood for the wood stove and heating oil for central heating are paid on site.
• Dried oak wood for the wood stove is available for €25 per 0.25 m².