An Established Carp Fishing Business With Room to Dream
Brittany Forest Lakes is one of the most compelling fishing property opportunities to come to market in France in years. Comprising just under 80 acres of predominantly forested land, the estate is anchored by four beautifully mature carp lakes — all former quarries dug in the late 1930s — that have evolved into spectacular, tree-lined fishing venues of the highest calibre. The business is already operational and income-generating, having welcomed over 180 anglers in 2024 with the same number already on the books for 2025. A strong online presence, including a Facebook following of nearly 5,000, means the marketing foundations are firmly in place. The property is held within a UK-registered company (Brittany Forest Lakes Limited), offering a straightforward acquisition structure for British buyers.
Four Lakes, 650 Carp — and Fish of a Lifetime
The crown jewel is the 12-acre Main Lake, home to around 325 carp including a fish to 95lbs, a 70lb backup, four fish over 60lbs, eleven over 50lbs, and a wealth of 40s and 30s — the kind of stocking list that serious anglers travel across continents to experience. Lac Noir, covering 6 acres, holds approximately 200 fish with the biggest in the mid-60s and eight over 50lbs. The two 5-acre Westwood lakes offer further opportunity for development and stocking, while a charming quarter-acre pond completes the water portfolio. The forest backdrop to every swim gives each lake an atmosphere that simply cannot be manufactured — it has to be grown, and here it already exists.
Infrastructure, Development Potential and a Vision for Growth
The on-site infrastructure is substantial and versatile. The Main Barn stretches to 32m x 16m and houses a commercial kitchen, bar and entertainment area — perfect for hosting groups of anglers or developing into an events or hospitality venue. The Green Barn (20m x 12m) offers further storage or conversion potential. A 24m x 8.4m building structure already has planning consent obtained in 2023 for conversion into a residential dwelling. There is also a converted mobile home serving as a log cabin, a dedicated shower block, and three swimming pools to complement the angling experience. Mains electricity, mains water, broadband internet and a septic tank system are all in place. With the land classified as Leisure, the potential to expand the business — adding more fishing swims, luxury accommodation, a spa or event hosting — is enormous.
Deep in Beautiful Brittany — Closer to the UK Than You Think
Situated on the border of Lanvenegen and Guiscriff in the Morbihan department, this is rural Brittany at its most authentic — rolling forests, unspoiled countryside, and the kind of tranquillity that anglers and nature lovers come to France to find. Yet the location is far more accessible than it might appear. The Roscoff ferry port is just 1 hour 40 minutes away, St Malo under two and a half hours, making this an easy drive from the UK for visiting anglers and prospective owners alike. Rennes and Nantes airports are both reachable in just over two hours. Whether you are looking to take over an established fishing holiday business, develop a world-class carp venue, or create a truly unique lifestyle property in France, Brittany Forest Lakes offers a foundation that is extraordinarily difficult to replicate.
Getting There
Nearest Train Station: Quimperlé railway station, approximately 20km from the property, offers connections to Quimper, Lorient and the national rail network via Rennes.
Nearest Airport: Lorient Bretagne Sud Airport is approximately 35km away and offers regional connections. Rennes Airport (approx. 2 hours 5 minutes) and Nantes Atlantique Airport (approx. 2 hours 20 minutes) provide broader international routes.
