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Red Deer Stalking Breaks (Stag & Hind Stalking Breaks)

Red Deer Stag Stalking - 1st July - 20th October 2010 

"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 primarily on the Kingairloch Highland Estate within easy striking distance of the hotel.  Travel to and from the Estate is usually by fast launch from the end of the pier directly to the estate on the opposite side of Loch Linnhe.  It is a stunning trip and a great way to begin a day's stalking providing an excellent view of the mountains to be stalked that day.

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.

We are offering exclusive Stalking days which are available on request.  Please contact our Reservations department as soon as possible for more details.

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 whilst 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 plus VAT each, whilst hinds are from £150 per day per rifle 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.

* please view offer terms & conditions
* price quoted is room rate 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. a 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 may be given or the day rescheduled. 
• Maximum two rifles per party, no spectators 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 plus VAT each, whilst hinds can be from £150-£250 plus VAT per day per rifle. 
• All guests will undergo a safety briefing and sign a disclaimer.