Deer Stalking
Exclusive Red Stag Stalking Thursday 2nd - Thursday 9th October
We are offering 1 week of exclusive Stag Stalking dates from Thursday 2nd - Thursday 9th October (excluding Tuesday 7th October) 2008. These dates offer guests staying at The Pierhouse an exclusive opportunity to stalk red stags on one of our beautiful local neighbouring private estates in a truly magnificent setting. This opportunity is limited to just 6 prime stalking dates only. We therefore encourage all interested parties to contact our reservations team as soon as possible in order to secure any one of these dates.
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Red Deer Stalking Calendar
Red Stag Stalking 1 July - 20 October 2008
Red Hind Stalking 1 November - 15 February 2008
"Red Deer Stalking - the Ultimate Physical Challenge and a Real Privilege"
We are a favourite destination for country sports enthusiasts, specialising in Red Stag and Hind stalking, which we offer in the magnificent beauty and tranquillity of a small number of stunning private highland estates. Red deer stalking is offered this season at the stunning Kingairloch Highland Estate and Glensanda Estate - two privately owned estates of approximately 28,000 acres. Red Deer Stalking is a critical part of estate management and responsible conservation, aiming to preserve the wild red deer, to preserve and improve the natural habitat and to promote a healthier wild deer population for future generations.
The cull of stags and hinds is selective and is determined by the estate stalkers, the annual spring count and the annual habitat assessments. All guests need to come fully equipped for the activity and will be briefed by the respective estate management prior to going out on 'the hill'. Stalking can be arranged for groups of 2-4 people and often includes long walks on strenuous but beautiful terrain.
We can also arrange sporting breaks of several days duration, with return boat trips to and from an estate for instance, together with dinner and accommodation in The Pierhouse Hotel. For a deluxe stay, we would strongly recommend guests to stay in one of our two Superior Loch View rooms which ensure a dram of whisky in a hot bath, followed by dinner.
Stalking is charged at varying rates dependent on the estate, although as a guideline stags are usually between £250-£400 each, whilst hinds can be as little as £100 per day irrespective of the numbers shot. Packed lunches can also be arranged through the hotel.
We offer a range of fantastic walks in the immediate area with stunning historic sites such as Castle Stalker, making us a much loved escape for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, artists and novelists, or for those simply wanting to relax in one of Scotland's most beautiful locations. We also offer a full range of hotel facilities including a Finnish sauna. Why not also enjoy our excellent range of relaxation, therapeutic, aromatherapy or sports massage treatments which may be booked through our Reservations team.
| Deer Stalking Accommodation: | ||
| Low Season (October - April inclusive) |
High Season (May - September inclusive) |
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| Superior Loch View Rooms | £135.00pp/pn | £145.00pp/pn |
| Standard Loch View Rooms | £110.00pp/pn | £120.00pp/pn |
| Standard Rear Facing Rooms | £90pp/pn | £95.00pp/pn |
* please view offer terms & conditions
* price quoted is per person based on double occupancy Bed & Breakfast
To book, please contact us on reservations@pierhousehotel.co.uk
or call 01631 730 302, quoting Last Minute Pierhouse.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- This offer is subject to availability and is open to all hotel rooms.
- Bookings are not confirmed until full advance payment is received and is non-refundable.
- Transport arrangements are the responsibility of the guest unless special arrangements (e.g. boat trip) is made directly by The Pierhouse.
- In the case of boat trips, if the boat cannot travel to the estate due to the weather, the day is either cancelled or the guests will have to travel by road. In the event of cancellation, refunds will be given or the day rescheduled.
- Maximum two rifles per party, no non shooters unless only one person shooting, then two guests in total on the hill. The stalker will determine which beasts will be shot. The same conditions regarding the weather on the hill apply.
- Deer carcasses remain the property of the estates.
- Prices for hind and stalking will be quoted by each booking made, but as a guideline stags are usually between £250-£400 each, whilst hinds can be as little as £100 per day.
- All guests will undergo a safety briefing and sign a disclaimer.
