The key feature when booking this property for a holiday is proximity to the Loch as well as its remote location. The Lodge has been built into a hill meaning access to the shore (pebble) is down a set of steep stairs. There’s no garden to speak of, just look out points at various junctures down the steps.
Walking
This would be a key activity when here for all ages. The estate itself covers 33,000 acres and Loch Ericht (tenth largest freshwater lake in Scotland) is surrounded by a number of Munroe’s, the nearest of which is Ben Alder. You’re welcome to walk anywhere around the Lodge (other than the owners private grounds) and nearer your holiday you can always get in touch with the Estate Office for ideas on where to go. They’ll be best placed to let you know what’s on and can caution you over areas where stalking may be taking place during certain times of the year. Being on the edge of the Cairngorm National Park you’ll find an abundance of walking and bike trails throughout this region.
Shopping
Your nearest local shop for basic supplies, papers, groceries and fuel would be in Dalwhinnie which is 8 miles away. As well as a village store, Dalwhinnie also has a hotel and distillery with visitor centre and railway. The Dalwhinnie Distillery offer home tasting whisky visits for groups which could be something fun to arrange during a stay here.
A larger supermarket can be found in Newtonmore, which is 12 miles away. Online deliveries will only deliver as far as the Estate Office. The staff are happy to take provisions down to the Lodge and unpack bags for you if arranged and agreed in advance of your stay.
Fishing
Guests staying in the lodge are welcome to fish on Loch Ericht and Loch Rannoch from the bank (you’re welcome to bring your own boat to launch). Anyone fishing must, by law, carry a permit to do so and terms apply so if you do plan on fishing during your stay please notify the booking team / Estate office in advance. Both lochs have a good stock of wild brown trout. If you think you'd like to use the services of a Ghillie, hire rods etc. all this can be made available by the Estate Office on request as extra, depending on availability.
Stalking
Stalking red or roe deer is a fascinating way to discover Scotland’s landscape and culture. You will spend time walking through beautiful landscapes – mountains, glens and forests – as you go in search of the deer. The red deer on the estate are carefully managed on a sustainable basis producing a healthy quality food in balance with the local environment. Deer welfare, conservation and environmental enhancement are important initiatives for the estate. You will spend time with one of the estate stalkers on the hill. The tradition of deer stalking will offer you an insight of Scottish culture which many other visitors will never experience. Deer stalking is the term we use in Scotland for hunting and shooting deer. It is an important part of modern day land management. It also contributes to the local economy; helps protect many native plants and species and maintain a healthy and strong population of red deer. Deer stalking is also a traditional activity in Scotland, a link to the traditional culture of the Highlands. Please also discuss stalking the deer with your binoculars or camera.
Red Stag season 1st July to 20th October
Roe bucks 1st April to 20th October and does 21st October to 31st March
During the season Stalking red deer is available by arrangement
Golf
You’re never too far from a golf course in Scotland. If you fancied getting your clubs out the nearest to this property would be Newtonmore, Kingussie, Blair Atholl (9 hole), Aberfeldy or Pitlochry.
OUR TOP 3 THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT THE NEW GATE LODGE
- It's Interior Design, this place has been built on a 'no expense spared' budget.
- Its loch views; all rooms have great views of the water which have a calming influence we think
- Its Deluxe Electric Drying Cupboard; warm coats & boots every day. That means no excuse not to go out walking!