The Orton Estate is situated in the Spey Valley in the heart of Moray, Scotland. The Estate has a choice of vacation lodges suitable for families or groups looking to enjoy a memorable vacation in this beautiful and historical region of Scotland, and the world renowned Scottish hospitality. A complete range of activities are available in the Moray area including fishing, shooting, golf, walking and skiing to name just a few. The River Spey which borders the Orton Estate is undoubtably one of Scotland's finest salmon fishing rivers and the area has an abundance of excellent golf courses. Morayshire is steeped in Scottish history with numerous castles and historical sites of interest to visit. The Ancient market town of Elgin is only 8 miles away with its beautiful Cathedral, established in 1224 by Alexander II.  -  Ruthven Barracks near Kingussie, was captured and blown up by the Jacobites on their march to Culloden and Brodie Castle near Forres, reputed to be haunted, dates back to 1567. A vacation to Scotland wouldn't be complete if you didn't manage to visit at least one of the most famous Scotch whisky distilleries. The Orton Estate is located in the very heart of whisky country and there are over 50 distilleries hidden around the many scenic parts of Moray and Banffshire. Inverness and Loch Ness are within easy reach where you can visit Loch Ness 2000, a visitor centre with an outstanding interpretation of the ecology of Loch Ness and the history of monster-hunting. Hire a boat and go monster hunting for yourself or view Urquart Castle from the loch. There are also miles of sandy beaches around the Moray Firth coastline. Salmon and trout fishing weeks can be arranged on the estate's own prime beats on The River Spey. The beats are usually let on a weekly basis for up to six rods in total with fully catered accommodation for rods and their partners.

The Lodges ... The Orton Estate has five very comfortable Country Lodges, all located near the picturesque River Spey.

Darnethills, the largest has just been totally refurbished and restored to its former Country House glory and can sleep up to 11 guests. There are 4 spacious twin en-suite rooms, and two other bedrooms with a shared bathroom. The Lodge is fully centrally heated as well as having a traditional log fire in the drawing room.

The large hall/dining area makes an excellent room for entertaining large parties which can easily spread out into the comfortable drawing room with its tastefully decorated furnishings and welcoming traditional log fire.

The Bruntlands offers spacious, comfortable, modern accommodation. Centrally heated, this property can sleep up to 8 guests in four twin or double rooms. (All of which are en-suite.) There is a large lounge with an open log fire and large gently arched windows with panoramic views out over the estate. The spacious dining room can accommodate up to 15 people.

The Dining Room

The Drawing Room

Bruntlands Farmhouse is just across the courtyard from the Bruntlands and can share the same facilities. It can sleep up to seven people in 3 twin bedrooms and one single bedroom. It used to be the Farmhouse and retains much of the original character. The south facing conservatory makes a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the views over the estate.

St Mary's can sleep up to 8 guests in four twin or double bedrooms, all of which are en-suite. Recently refurbished and centrally heated it conveys a lovely Country House atmosphere. If you can't find a Scottish castle to stay in then St Mary's must be the next best thing There is an open log fire in the sitting room and a dining room which allows up to 16 people to sit together in comfort.

Most of our Lodges are set away from urban development and offer the peace and tranquility that you would would expect of the Scottish countryside.

The Dining Room

The Drawing Room

East St Mary's has also been recently renovated and is centrally heated throughout. It can accommodate up to 8 people in 4 twin en-suite bedrooms.

It is situated in a secluded location on the edge of the estate, about half a mile from the River Spey. The two St Mary's Lodges or the two Bruntlands Lodges can be rented together, allowing parties of up to 16 to be catered for in either of the main lodges.

The Orton Estate also boasts a Conference Centre and with its rural location and proximity to airports, combined with comfortable Lodges, makes a refreshing place in which a team can consolidate.

we can provide simultaneous Internet access for up to thirty Conference delegates, and for companies or organisations looking for a suitable venue, the Conference Centre's quiet rural location ensures that delegates remain focused on the business in hand, but gives them an ideal environment in which to relax during breaks. Activities such as Orienteering (which doesn't have to be done at a run!) and golf can be incorporated to allow members of a group to interact in a low-pressure manner outside their work environment.

Every dietary requirement can be accommodated by our chefs, who specialise in preparing food for you from the finest of local produce. The Lodges also have their own liquor licenses. Alternatively you may prefer to be independent, in which case any of the Lodges can be rented on a fully-serviced basis if you wish to provide your own professional cook, or just cook for yourselves. For further details, availabilty and prices please E-mail : Enquiries@ortonestate.com The Orton Estate can also offer a choice of self-catering cottages, all situated in peaceful and secluded locations within the estate. For more detail please click here ... The Orton Estate self-catering cottages

Other fishing packages available... Salmon fishing vacations on the River Tay or Spey 3 day and 6 day fishing trips with accommodation. Return to Top

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