Best Carp Fishing Businesses for Sale in France in 2011

A selection of five of the best carp fishing lakes in France on the market in 2011

A combination of business and pleasure

Fishing is one of those activities that never goes out of fashion. It appeals to all ages and all types of people, and there will always be a market for fishing holidays, especially in France (Fishing in France) where the weather, the scenery and the passion for the sport (Sport in France) is second to none. What better way, then, to indulge your passion for France and for fishing than to buy a carp fishing business that comes complete with a lovely house and an established income to get you going?

Carp lakes for sale in France

France is a land of lakes, and carp lakes can be found all over the country. The Limousin (Limousin Property Guide) is always a rich hunting ground for fishing properties (French Properties with Lakes), as it is rightly known as the "Lakeland of France", but wherever you want to be, chances are you will find a superb carp lake!

Five of the best businesses for sale in France

Below are five of the best carp fishing businesses to be offered for sale in 2011. These properties all come with not only a lake, stocked with carp and an established income already in place, but also with a main house and extra accommodation for holidaymakers.

 

	Aquitaine A bargain business opportunity in the Dordogne 295,000 Euros  The British adore the Dordogne, and thousands of them head there every year for their holidays. This carp fishing business allows you to cash in on the department's popularity, and attract guests to enjoy the excellent carp fishing for a bargain price of 295,000 Euros. The property includes a well stocked lake, 12 hectares of land, a house, lodge and barns. More details
	Pays de la Loire Beautiful timber property with 1.5 hectare lake 339,200 Euros  You get a seriously good amount of property and business potential for your money in this recently reduced place in the Mayenne. A gorgeous timber house, set in 2.8 hectares of wooded grounds, a stocked carp lake, a cattery and a gite! It is also within easy reach of towns which provide all the necessary shops and services you will need. More details
	Pays de la Loire Well established carp fishing business 545,000 Euros  This well established fishing holiday business enjoys bookings for 25 to 30 weeks a year, pretty much guaranteeing an income to get your life in France off to a flying start. Set in the Sarthe department, just two hours drive from Paris, the property offers a main house with three bedrooms and a great barn conversion gite, all in a delightful setting. More details
	Poitou-Charentes Magnificent Maison de Maitre with breathtaking views 787,500 Euros  This magnificent Maison de Maitre lies in glorious countryside and close to all the attractions of the Charente department, guaranteeing interest from holidaymakers as well as fishermen. The top class business consists of an established carp lake and a luxury gite with private garden. There is also a barn which could also be converted into further gites, subject to the necessary consents. More details
	Limousin Fantastic fishing holiday complex 1,103,500 Euros  The last property of the five is really a cut above and completely justifies its high price tag. In the heart of Limousin's stunning Lakeland, this beautiful property offers a highly successful holiday/fishing business that already generates a good income. The property includes a 10-hectare lake as well as a smaller specimen lake, with two houses, fishing lodges, barns and outbuildings. It also offers the potential for further expansion. More details

Additional articles which may be of interest:

The Best Lakes for Sale in France - September 2011
Best Businesses for Sale in France in 2011
Buying a Business in France
Leisure Lakes of the Languedoc - Perfect Property Location?
Life in France

About the author

Joanna Simm moved to the Languedoc area of south-west France in October 2004 having found her property through French Property Links.

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