Gualin EstateDurness • sutherlanD

Gualin EstateDurness • sutherlanD

Durness – 10 miles, Lairg – 46 miles, Inverness – 94 miles, Inverness Airport – 101 miles

One-third share of spectacular Highland estate including 7.5 miles double bank fishing and access to one of

Scotland’s most prolific sea trout lochs

• Comfortable sporting lodge (5 bedrooms)

• Keeper’s House (3 beds) & Flat (sleeps 2/3)

• Estate buildings including fish room, deer larder, garaging, kennels and Ghillie’s flat.

• 7.5 miles of salmon and sea trout fishing on River Dionard and Loch Dionard

• 8 year average: 219 salmon & 122 sea trout

• Wild brown trout hill lochs

About 6,239 acres (2,528 hectares)

For sale as a whole

Savills EdinburghWemyss House8 Wemyss PlaceEdinburgh EH3 6DHTel: 0131 247 3720Fax: 0131 247 3724Email: edinburghrural@savills.com

SituationGualin Estate is situated in the far north west of Scotland in the county of Sutherland.

Sutherland is a land of stupendous mountains and spectacular beaches of silver sand, soaring cliffs and deep caves, rich with flora and fauna, wildlife and birdlife. It is one of the last truly natural and unspoilt places left in Britain and part of a designated National Scenic Area.

Durness, 10 miles to the north, is a small village made up of a series of hamlets spread out along the coast beyond the

northern shore of the Kyle of Durness, a 5.5 mile coastal inlet dividing the Cape Wrath peninsula from the mainland.

Tourism, sheep farming and crofting are the mainstays of the local economy. North Coast 500 – Scotland’s answer to Route 66 – is a circular touring route that encompasses everything the area has to offer venturing up the west coast from Inverness and back via the rugged north coast.

Durness has a number of local amenities, including a small supermarket (with post office), a family run grocer (which offers

a delivery service to the Estate), petrol station, primary school, hotel, public house and restaurant in addition to a number of mobile services (bank, library & Sunday papers!).

As well as its own sport, Gualin Estate is well placed for many recreational pursuits. Grouse shooting, red deer stalking and driven pheasant shooting can all be taken on nearby estates. The long summer days and the warm current of the Gulf Stream ensure the seawaters are a rich feeding ground for fish. There is plenty to be caught by anglers of all abilities, both just off-shore and further afield, where mackerel, cod, pollock,

coalfish and ling can be found. There are also lobsters, crabs and langoustines off the west coast where porpoises, dolphins and otters are regularly seen in the waters. Its deep, clear depths provide ideal conditions for diving. Sutherland, with its spectacular mountain scenery formed from some of the oldest rocks in the world, is a paradise for both walkers and climbers. The area also has appeal for the golfer with links courses including the Royal Dornoch championship golf course, Royal Dornoch Struie, Golspie, Brora and Helmsdale (9 holes) in the east of the county and Bonar Bridge and Durness (9 holes) closer to hand.

Inverness (94 miles), is the principal city for the region and has all the facilities of a modern city, including its airport (101 miles) with regular flights to the south and parts of Europe and a train station with services which include an overnight sleeper service to London.

Description Approximately 100 miles north-west of Inverness, between Rhiconich and Durness and just a few miles from Cape Wrath, Gualin Estate comprises some 6,239 acres of ground with seven

and a half miles of fishing on the River Dionard (pronounced Djer-nard), fishing rights on Loch Dionard and an extremely comfortable manageable lodge surrounded by stunning scenery.

Despite its remote location, the Estate is easily accessible with public road access to the short entrance drive to Gualin Lodge. There are broadband connections and local deliveries by butcher, fishmonger and grocer.

Gualin LodgeGualin Lodge is situated at the western end of the Estate, screened from the public road by a stand of mature conifer trees. The house enjoys a wonderful vista over the hill lochs below the house and Strath Dionard with the majestic Foinavon behind. Views are constantly changing as weather fronts move in from the sea and over the surrounding mountains to reveal the dramatic scenery.

Originally built as an Inn by the Duke of Sutherland in 1833, the lodge which is built of harled stone under a slate roof, now provides comfortable accommodation for up to 9 guests.

The entrance vestibule, with cloakroom and shower room and separate WC off, leads directly into the dining room with its serving hatch to the kitchen behind. The Drawing Room lies beyond which boasts a wonderful open fire and a bay window

from which one can sit and watch the passing weather and the deer grazing at dusk and dawn immediately in front of the lodge. A well equipped modern kitchen and adjoining utility room both with fitted wall and floor units includes a Brittania Range with double electric ovens and gas hob, fridge, freezer, ice maker, two dishwashers and microwave oven. Laundry facilities are housed separately in the former deer larder to the rear of the lodge.

A drying area, three large built-in cupboards and bathroom complete the accommodation of the ground floor. On the first floor there are four double bedrooms, a single bedroom and a further bathroom.

To the south of the lodge are a range of traditional buildings which include:

Keeper’s HouseConstructed of harled stone and brick under a slate roof, the house is currently occupied by the Keeper and his wife. Accommodation is on two floors and comprises sitting room, dining room, fitted kitchen, shower room, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. Adjacent is the Tenant’s Flat which provides alternative self contained guest or overflow accommodation for sporting guests.

Deer Larder – a fully equipped non-refrigerated larder with sinks, hanging hooks etc.

Fish Room – with sink and deep freezers and W.C off and Ghillie’s Flat above.

A range of modern sheds provide useful storage, garaging and workshop facilities.

LandExtending to 6,239 acres (2,525 ha) in total, the Estate extends from just north of the A838 Rhiconich – Durness road and extends in a south easterly direction encompassing Strath Dionard and hill land rising to the peaks of the Foinaven Hills (2,980’) on the southern boundary. The Estate includes seven and half miles of the River Dionard and the northern end of Loch Dionard.

The Estate has an agricultural holding number. The hill ground could provide summer grazing.

Fishing – River Dionard and Loch DionardThe focus at Gualin is very much on the fishings where the season opens on 11th February and closes on 31st October. From May onwards fishermen can expect a good run of fish in the right conditions.

The River Dionard is a spate river which runs from Loch Dionard to the Kyle of Durness. The Estate includes 7.5 miles of salmon fishing on the upper reaches of the river from Rhigolter Bridge to Loch Dionard from both banks. The Dionard has been designated by Marine Scotland as a category Grade 1 river.

Salmon and sea trout can be found throughout the system with good catches made in the right water conditions. The fishings consists of six beats including Loch Dionard rotating on a daily basis downstream supporting a maximum of two rods, fishing by fly only, on each beat.

All the beats have their own distinct character and offer a mixture of slow and fast water and include a total of 59 named pools which are at their best after rainfall. Access to the river is enhanced by a very good Estate road which runs along the entire length of the river from the top of Beat 2 all the way up to Loch Dionard (Beat 6). Access to Beat 1 is by car (from Rhigolter Bridge) or by foot from Beat 2. Each beat (with the exception of Beat 1) has a fishing hut with a bottled gas supply and hob for elevenes and afternoon tea. The beautiful Strath provides the most idyllic backdrop to any picnic. A bothy on the shore of Loch Dionard can accommodate up to three fishermen and is equipped with cooking facilities.

A detailed description of the beats is included on the Estate website: http://www.gualin-estate.com

Loch Dionard at the head of the river is counted as the sixth beat. Its reputation for exciting and prolific sport is supported by Trout & Salmon Magazine which claims Loch Dionard which extends to over 60 acres to be the best sea trout loch in Scotland. The loch is shared with the neighbouring Reay Estate. Gualin Estate has two boats on Loch Dionard with a maximum of four rods.

The average salmon weight is estimated* to be around 6.75 lbs. The Estate has no mandatory return policy but tenants are expected to return any unharmed fish, especially any over 7lbs in weight. *90% of fish returned each year.

The average weight for sea trout is estimated* to be around 2.5 lbs excluding finnock under 1lb. *95% returned. Almost all fish are caught in daylight on Loch Dionard.

There are a number of trout lochs on the Estate. The most productive are the lochs in sight of the lodge where there is a boat.

Gualin Estate also has the right to fish for migratory and other fish in the Kyle of Durness and to have at least one boat on the

Kyle. Gualin Estate is also understood to be the sole proprietor of the netting rights in the Kyle of Durness (not exercised).

Year Salmon Sea Trout

2008 220 35

2009 210 46

2010 405 78

2011 289 123

2012 262 113

2013 237 91

2014 (255 incl finnock) 176 199

2015 154 297

8 year average 219 122

Other sportThe hill ground provides an excellent habitat for red deer, and with the unspoilt challenging terrain and breathtaking views it can provide exciting stalking. The stalking is subject to a lease (until 2031) to one of the remaining partners although it is normally made available as part of the sport on offer at Gualin. An average of 8 stags are culled each year. There is good access to the hill ground by Argocat. The Estate falls within the Northwest Sutherland Deer Management Group.

There is a small population of grouse on the hill, some ptarmigan on the high ground and snipe and woodcock on the lower ground.

General Remarks And Information

ViewingStrictly by appointment with Savills.

Websitehttp://www.gualin-estate.com/

DirectionsFrom Inverness take the A9 north over the Black Isle signposted to Alness. Struy road After by-passing Evanton, take the A836 to Ardgay and on to Bonar Bridge. Continue on A836 through Lairg and taking the A838 signposted to Laxford Bridge. At Laxford Bridge, turn right at the T-junction onto the A838 and follow the road through Rhiconich. Gualin lies on the right approximately 4 miles from Rhiconich and is clearly signposted.

The postcode is IV27 4SL.

Inverness Airport has daily scheduled flights to and from Edinburgh, London Luton, Gatwick and Heathrow.

There are sleeper services (nightly, except Saturday) from Inverness to London, as well as services to other destinations throughout the country.

AirportsInverness Tel: 01667 462041 www.hial.co.uk/inverness-airport

Railway StationsGeneral Information Tel: 08457 48 49 50 www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations

Car Hire (from airports)Avis Tel: 0844 544 6017 www.avis.co.uk

Europcar Tel: 0371 384 1121 www.europcar.co.uk

Entry & PossessionIdeally, the one third share will be transferred on 1st November 2016 to coincide with the start of the financial year.

The estate is subject to a stalking lease until 2031.

Partnership AgreementThe ownership of Gualin Estate is currently held in three equal shares. A partnership agreement commenced in 1989 for the effective management of the Estate. An AGM is held every December when the three partners meet, approve draft accounts and agree any capital expenditure required and which weeks each partner wishes to fish in the following year. All owners pay for their sport and accommodation at the going rate with the remaining weeks being let with or without accommodation. The partnership agreement contains a right of pre-emption in favour of the existing partners.

Energy Performance CertificatesEPCs available on request.

Services • Mains electricity• Private water• Private drainage• Double glazing & electric heaters• Oil fired central heating & double glazing (Keeper’s

House)• Two diesel pumps (red & white)

Council Tax/Business RatesGualin Lodge - £3,300*Keeper’s House – Band AGhillies Flat – Band ABothy - £480*

* 100% relief as part of small business bonus scheme

Fishery Board LevyThe current levy equates to an annual payment of £4,608.

Local AuthorityHighland Council – Tel: 01349 886606

Fixtures & FittingsAll fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings, furniture and white goods in the lodge are assets of the partnership. Similarly all Estate equipment and vehicles also form part of the Estate.

Servitude Rights, Burdens, Wayleaves And Statutory Public And Other Access RightsThe property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing servitude and wayleave rights, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private. The property is also sold subject to the rights of public access under the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003. The purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others following their solicitors examination of the title deeds.

Less Favoured Areas Support Scheme (LFASS)The property lies wholly within a Less Favoured Area.

Sporting Rights The salmon fishing and sporting rights (subject to the aforementioned stalking lease) are in hand.

Mineral RightsIn so far as they are owned, the mineral rights are included in the sale.

TimberAll standing and fallen timber is included in the sale.

Environmental and Architectural Designations

The Estate is subject to the following designations:

• National Scenic Area – North-West Sutherland• Foinaven – SSSI, Special Area of Conservation & Special

Protection Area• Native woodland – upland birchwood

Rights of Pre-emptionThere is a right of pre-emption in favour of the existing partners of Gualin Estate.

SolicitorsBrodies LLP, 15 Atholl Crescent, Edinburgh EH3 8HA Tel 0131 228 3777.

OffersOffers in Scottish Legal Form are to be submitted to the selling agents. A closing date for offers may be fixed, and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the selling agents following inspection.

StipulationsPurchase PriceWithin 7 days of the conclusion of missives a non-returnable deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid.

The balance of the purchase price will fall due for payment at the date of entry (whether entry is taken or not) with interest accruing thereon at the rate of 5% above Bank of Scotland base rate. No consignation shall be effectual in avoiding such interest.

DisputesShould any discrepancy arise as to the boundaries or any points arise on the Remarks, Stipulations or Plan or the interpretation of any of them, the question shall be referred to the arbitration of the selling agents whose decision acting as experts, shall be final.

Plans, Areas and SchedulesThese are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for

reference only. They have been carefully checked and computed by the selling agents and the purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale nor entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof.

Overseas PurchasersAny offer by a purchaser(s) who is resident outwith the United Kingdom must be accompanied by a guarantee from a banker who is acceptable to the sellers.

Generally

Should there be any discrepancy between these particulars, the General Remarks and Information, Stipulations and the Missives of Sale, the latter shall prevail.

ApportionmentsThe Council Tax and all other outgoings shall be apportioned between the seller and the purchaser(s) as at the date of entry.

Important NoticeSavills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact, unless the same is incorporated within a written document signed by the Sellers or on their behalf satisfying the requirements of Section 3 of the Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995 or is granted in pursuance of any such document.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

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