Described as one of the last great wildernesses on mainland Britain, the Knoydart Peninsula is as unique as it is beautiful and rugged. Kilchoan Estate occupies over 11,000 acres of this West Highland headland and provides the perfect secluded getaway with spectacular views to the Isle of Skye, Rhum and more Small Isles beyond. Having just been brought to the market, this is a rare opportunity to purchase a quintessential private Scottish estate, boasting exceptional quality country sports.
From dramatic brooding mountains, elevated lochs and meandering rivers to sandy beaches and clear coastal waters – the setting of the Estate is truly magical. Situated approximately 55 miles (88km) north west of Fort William and 108 miles (174km) south west of Inverness (the Highland capital), the closest settlement to the property is the village of Inverie, located on the north shore of Loch Nevis and on the north-western boundary of the Estate. Inverie, curiously, is the largest settlement in mainland Britain not connected to the road network yet the village provides a primary school, post office, community shops, Knoydart Pottery & Tearoom and a variety of restaurants.
The natural beauty is matched only by the abundant wildlife. Habituating alongside the red deer population (for which the Estate is renowned) are badgers, pine marten, otters, buzzards, golden and sea eagles. The sea to the west is likewise rich with diverse aquatic life and designated as a Special Area of Conservation given its importance to the resident population of harbour porpoise. Other species which are frequently spotted in the surrounding waters include whales, dolphins, shark and seals.
Most of the peninsula, and indeed the entire Estate, falls within a designated National Scenic Area as prescribed by Scottish Natural Heritage. In terms of sporting, along with exceptional established deer stalking, the Estate boasts salmon, brown and sea trout fishing. The topography of the property enables varied and challenging stalking to take place, in almost any wind direction, which is a rare thing. A small population of roe deer also reside here, alongside ptarmigan on the high tops with woodcock and snipe on lower terrain.
Fishing is available on the River Inverie and is split into upper and lower beats, boasting 15 named pools and providing double bank fishing. Loch an Dubh Lochain or the ‘Black Loch’ and Loch Brhoamisaig (which has prolific brown trout) can also be fished from boats. Sea fishing is of course available, while lobster potting and crabbing along the shore can provide some of the best of Scottish shellfish.
There is a manageable portfolio of seven well-maintained residential properties and a small in-hand farming operation which runs 20 Highland cattle. Ranging in height from the sea up to 989 metres to the top of Luinne Bheinn, which is one of two Munroes on the Estate, the other being Meall Buidhe which rises to approximately 946 metres above sea level, Kilchoan really has everything one would imagine of a Scottish sporting estate.
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