Aswanley is in the upper Deveron Valley, an hour west of Aberdeen. The 17th century fortified house stands in the centre of an estate that offers a tremendous variety of sport appropriate to the type of habitat from heather and woods down to the arable land by the river. This is a wonderful estate for those looking for a mixture of activities, especially young sporting families.

Accommodation

The cottages offer flexibility; a secluded retreat for 2 or using several cottages for a party of 18. In our self catering accommodation, we can arrange a cook. Jocky Milne's sleeps 2, Straitinnan 4, Westerpark 6 and Wester Bodylair 6. Jocky Milne's is a secluded and romantic croft tucked away in the woods with wonderful views overlooking the valley, hidden yet within walking distance of Westerpark and the top beats of the river. Westerpark has supremely comfortable en-suite bedrooms and a cosy Aga in the kitchen. Straitinnan overlooks the bottom beats of the river. Straitinnan and Wester Bodylair each have attractive sun conservatories with views over lochan and heathery hills behind. All our cottages have welcoming log fires as well as conventional heating systems.

Fishing

Approximately one mile of double bank and two miles single bank fly only fishing with ample water for up to six rods on one of the prettiest stretches of the River Deveron, often quoted as the "hidden gem" of Scottish Salmon rivers. July, August, September and October are the most productive months, excellent brown trout, dry fly, and wet fly from May onwards. £150 per rod per week. Ghillie available.

Shooting

The estate has established a reputation for excellent sporting partridges during September and October and can offer mixed sporting weeks to include driven and walked up days. For full driven days (eight guns), lunch is provided in the steading at Aswanley in front of the Baronial fire (P.O.A.) Mixed days , chance at a grouse, duck flights and rabbits galore can be arranged for smaller groups.

Exclusive Beats:

You can wander unaccompanied in pursuit of rabbits or to flight a pigeon - £200 p w e.g. Father and son can go out with a gun and a dog together. Game shooting and Roe Stalking are accompanied by keepers and arranged in advance.

Stalking

Roe Deer stalking in early morning and evening with keeper. Potential for excellent heads - Gold Medal 2007. £115 plus VAT per outing and bucks at £125. Medal Heads – Bronze (£300), Silver (£400) and Gold (£500).

Activities

Riding: Trekking centre and lessons about 10 miles. Own horse can be stabled by arrangement. Walking locally. Mountain biking locally and Rothes trails. Local golf course at Huntly, Dufftown and Ballindalloch. Bird watching locally. Falconry centre 3 miles.
Distilleries, Restaurant, Castles, Coast and Cashmere just over the hill.

If you'd like to book a holiday without any sporting please visit our Holiday Letting website