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A luxurious Scandi style farmhouse, oozing comfort and simplicity

Killiehuntly Farmhouse is a stylish, relaxed and zen-like property, available for catered or self-catered accommodation.

Killiehuntly Farmhouse & Cottages belong to the Wildland group of properties. Wildland is a holding company, dedicated to a 200 year vision of hope to protect and regenerate Scottish Highland landscapes. Wildland has planted millions of trees, regenerating forests and promoted habitats to support wildlife.

Mixed fishing and touring vacations throughout Scotland

Killiehuntly is an ideal stop off, on our mixed fishing and touring vacations of Scotland. The river Spey is approximately 40 minutes drive from the farmhouse and cottages. There is also plenty to see and do in the Cairngorms and Speyside area. The farmhouse is also perfectly located, for the cross-country transfer to the West Coast and on to Skye, via Laggan, and Spean Bridge.

Evening meals are sometimes provided, and are truly delicious and carefully created, using local produce, wild game, organic vegetables and eggs from the properties own hens.

Our guests have raved about Killiehuntly over the last 5 years, it is the perfect escape. The gardens surrounding Killiehuntly, are alive with wild flowers and fruit trees, and at night you can sit by a bonfire and watch the stars.

The river Spey is about 40 minutes drive from Killiehuntly. It’s a scenic drive and Salmon anglers can enjoy the morning drive to the river Spey and spey casting for Atlantic salmon in a majestic setting. Non anglers can enjoy a huge choice of touring and sightseeing options in the area. The farmhouse is also surrounded by Scottish Wildlife.

Killiehuntly is located on the fringes of the Cairngorms National Park, close to Ruthven Barracks, a Red Coat Garrison that was partially destroyed by fleeing Jacobites in 1746. It is an area of outstanding beauty.

Glencoe is one of Scotland’s most beautiful, dramatic and imperious landscapes. The rugged wild scenery, has been used as a backdrop in many famous movies. The mountains are a photographers dream. There is an abundance of great fishing in this area, and for non anglers, hill walking, incredible scenery, and sightseeing.

Glencoe House is a converted Victorian mansion, offering luxury accommodation. There are 14 sumptuous suites, all with varying views to the beautiful landscape and gardens surrounding the house. The staff are warm, friendly and helpful. From your welcome to the hotel with a glass of Champagne, to organising an in house massage, or in room dining.

The hotel is spacious and rooms are well equipped, free wi-fi, Nespresso coffee machines, books, games and DVD’s, in case you need to stop staring at the views. Some of the suites have terraces and hot-tubs, from which the views are breathtaking.

Fishing in the Glencoe area

Glencoe House is the perfect location for all that Alba Game Fishing offer. This Highland Mansion, is on the route around the West Coast of Scotland, and our Hidden Gems Tour. There is a vast fishing portfolio nearby. To the south of Glencoe, the scenic River Orchy and River Awe are both excellent salmon rivers. They are rugged, scenic and wild, echoing the tradition of salmon fishing in Scotland. If you are interested in targeting large Ferox Brown Trout, Loch Awe holds the current UK record and fishes well particularly in the spring. To the North fo Glencoe, you have the famous River Lochy, jewel of salmon fishing in Scotland. The river Garry should not be missed either. Further west, there are some of Scotland’s finest trout lochs, Loch Arkaig, Garry, Quoich and Morar, not only offer fantastic scenery, but the chance to catch some of the biggest wild brown trout in Scotland.

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This award stunning and design led converted farm steading is located close to the seaside/harbour town of North Berwick 40 minutes from Edinburgh. Located in a quiet, rural hamlet, yet 10 minutes walk from the town, train station (35 minutes to Edinburgh), beaches, golf courses and many fishing opportunities. The property is tastefully designed and won the ‘Renovation of the Year’ at the prestigious Herald Property Awards Scotland 2018.”

There are many fishing opportunities in the available and the steading is located a few minutes from the Alba Game Fishing Head Office.  Salmon fishing on the River Whiteadder, trout, grayling and salmon fishing on the River Tweed. There are also trout lochs close to the property throughout East Lothian and Berwickshire, and stunning walks and clifftop vistas. Boat trips can be taken from North Berwick to the unforgettable volcanic extrusion “The Bass Rock’ home of the world’s largest Gannet colony.

If you are want to combine fishing and touring while staying in North Berwick, we can help. The Bass rock is worth boat trip to visit. The stunning East Lothian coast line has many beautiful, quiet beaches. Tantallon Castle is hugely impressive and a short distance from North Berwick. If you travel 40 minutes south. the cliff tops at St Abbs are breathtaking. The town of North Berwick has many stylish artisan shops and boho coffee houses.

Winter Trips – Staycations

Winter is a special time to visit North Berwick. This is one of the best winter vacations in the UK. In addition we offer fishing trips for Grayling in the winter, as well as pike fishing trips in a private loch near Edinburgh.

Castle for hire near Edinburgh

Fenton Tower is a stunning 16th-century castle for hire near Edinburgh. It is located in close proximity to a wide range of fishing in the Alba Game Fishing portfolio. Fenton Tower is located close to the charming coastal town of North Berwick. If you drive south, it takes 45 minutes to reach the River Tweed. 30 minutes East of Fenton Tower are two excellent trout lochs. It’s also less than 1 hour to our predator pike loch and sea fishing 20 minutes away! Fenton has been tastefully and authentically restored to provide luxury accommodation for 12 people.

North Berwick a charming seaside town

Fenton Towers catering team can provide meals in the banquet hall. There are also many great restaurants nearby. North Berwick is the hub of the Golf Coast. You can choose from many golf courses nearby to play on. Edinburgh is a short drive or train ride from the Tower. Archerfield Health Spa is about 15 minutes from the tower and offers a wide choice of treatments. Alba Game Fishing have been taking guests from Fenton Tower fishing for for over 11 years. Guests often comment it was the highlight of their trip. The Tower offers warm hospitality, privacy and your own castle close to Edinburgh.

The staff at Fenton Tower, are attentive and relaxed, with a can-do attitude. The unique rooms in the Tower have charm and period features.

Fishing near Fenton and North Berwick

Salmon fishing can be arranged on the River Tweed and River Whiteadder. Trout fishing is available in Coldingham and on the many rivers nearby. In addition there is a private pike and trout loch, 40 minutes away, offering a wild and beautiful venue for larger groups or pike fishermen. Sea fishing charters can also be arranged in Berwickshire, and a chance to marvel at the stunning clifftops on the Berwickshire and East Lothian coastline.

Pheasant, grouse and partridge shoots can be arranged for up to 9 sportsmen. Deer stalking can be organised too in the nearby Lammermuir hills.

Candacraig House is stunning exclusive use country house near the Aberdeen rivers Don and River Dee.

Set in 18 acres of private grounds, including a woodland private trout lochan, fed by the River Don, there’s also a stunning walled Victorian Garden and this luxury fishing accommodation is the ideal getaway and offers the highest levels of customer service yet a warm and relaxing stay.

Candacraig House is close to the River Don, which is a superb salmon river in its own right. It also offers some of the best wild brown trout river fishing in Scotland. The River Dee is one of the best salmon rivers in Scotland and also one of the “Big 4”. The River Dee is easy to get to from Candacraig.

Candacraig was once the private residence of the Scottish comedian Billy Connolly and at one time alive with visiting celebrities and media attention. Since buying the property the current owners have developed Candacraig into one of Scotland’s most beautiful homes and a stunning retreat in the Cairngorms National Park. This is the only true wilderness in Scotland and offers stunning outdoor experiences, such as walking, sightseeing, wildlife tours, and fishing.

Ideal for large groups looking for a private retreat. Please contact us to make an enquiry.

The Old Millhouse offer luxury accommodation and is conveniently located to the south of Edinburgh, with access to the vast fishing portfolio in the Scottish Borders region. The converted Mill enjoys 3.5 acres of private garden and river Esk frontage.

Old Millhouse was winner of the 2018 Thistle Award for “Best Self Catering Experience” (buyout), this beautiful property is a true Hidden Gem. Only 30 minutes from Edinburgh Airport and also very convinient for quick excursions into Edinburgh city centre. The beautiful surrounding gardens have deer, kingfishers and wild otters in residence and the River Esk is a decent trout river, with sea trout and grayling too.

Converted Millhouse

The Old Millhouse was lovingly converted, and no expense has been spared in the detail. each bedroom have Hypnos beds, luxury bed linen, another unique touches. The lounge has a TV that’s disguised as a mirror and throughout the house, you can enjoy spacious rooms and bathrooms. The property is surrounded by beautiful gardens and there’s also the hot tub/ spa pool to relax and enjoy a hot soak in the fresh air, looking out through the Cherry trees towards the river.

You couldn’t really ask for a better position. The house is located to the south of Edinburgh and therefore getting to the River Tweed for Salmon, trout, grayling and sea trout fishing is easy. Equally for the non anglers, there is much to see and do. Roslyn Chapel, Glenkinchie distillery, Dalkeith Country Park and the Pentland Hills are all on the doorstep.

The Old Millhouse can arrange a fully catered service with chef and housekeeper on site, and chauffeur driven airport transfers are easily arranged.

Foulain is a comfortable, remote cottage, in a stunning location, at the West end of Loch Erribol. This is an area of outstanding beauty, a wilderness, a real escape from modern day life. The cottage is also close to some of the best salmon and trout fishing in the Highlands.

Erribol is about 15 minutes from the village of Durness. There are many beautiful beaches, and scenic walks nearby.

The cottage sleeps 6 people, with 3 double bedrooms. Foulain is really ideal for one or two couples. The tasteful interiors of the cottage are made using natural textiles and the sofas are made by Another Country

There is a well equipped kitchen, washing machine and good wi-fi. The wood burning stove adds warmth and atmosphere.

The cottages let for 7 days minimum stay. In addition we can arrange a boat for you on Loch Hope and fishing for up to 2 rods on the stunning river Polla.

The Polla is a classic four rod spate river, with 3 miles of double bank and 14 named salmon pools.

There is good shore fishing nearby for Pollack, and the Limestone Lochs of Durness are worth a cast, if you want to catch some of the biggest and prettiest trout in Scotland.

The Durness/ Eriboll area – fishing and touring

Rest assured you could easily spend a week in this area, there is so much to see and do, for anglers and non anglers. The village of Durness is about 15 minutes from the cottage. You can buy provisions and fuel here. The fuel is available 24 hours.

Smoo cave is worth a visit, as is the Balnakeil Craft village. The craft village has many unique artists and crafts, as well as one of the best chocolate producers in the Highlands. Alba Game Fishing have been touring and fishing in this area for 16 years, and I have been fishing here for 35 years.

The limestone lochs of Durness are about 20 minutes from the cottage. These lochs are gin clear, rich in food, and hold very beautiful and often big trout. The photo above shows a typical trout from the area. These fish are wild and genetically perfect.