Deer Stalking Breaks
Exclusive Red Deer Stalking
We are offering exclusive Stalking days throughout the season on selected Estates within easy striking distance of the hotel. These days offer guests staying at The Pierhouse an exclusive opportunity to stalk red deer on a number of our beautiful local neighbouring private estates in truly magnificent surroundings. Whether you are an experienced rifle shot or a complete novice we can cater for all levels of expertise irrespective of age including children under close supervision. We therefore encourage all interested individuals or families to contact our reservations team as soon as possible in order to discuss suitable dates.
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Red Deer Stalking Calendar
Red Stag Stalking 1 July - 20 October 2010
Red Hind Stalking 1 November 2010 - 15 February 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 tranquility of a small number of stunning private highland estates. Red deer stalking is offered this season primarily on the stunning Kingairloch Highland Estate - a privately owned estate of approximately 14,000 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, which include travel to and from the estate by fast launch from the end of the pier, 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. Alternatively a Finnish sauna and one of our excellent massage treatments in the peace of your own room.
Stalking is charged at varying rates dependent on the estate, although as a guideline stags are usually between £250-£500 each, whilst hinds can be as little as £175 per day + VAT irrespective of the numbers shot. Packed lunches can also be arranged through the hotel.
Bedroom prices may be less depending on other Seasonal Offers running at the time of booking which may be applicable.
Superior Sea Loch View Rooms £175 per room pn (£117.50 per person incl. dinner)
Sea Loch View Rooms £145 per room pn (£102.50 per person incl. dinner)
Double / Twin Rear Rooms £120 per room pn (£90.00 per person incl. dinner
* 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. a boat trip) is made directly by The Pierhouse.
- In the case of boat trips, if the boat cannot travel to an 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 per group 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-£500 plus VAT each, whilst hinds can be from £175 - £250 per day.
- All guests will undergo a safety briefing and sign a disclaimer.
