Fish and Stay Guide

Plan this season’s fishing break with our bumper guide to the finest accommodation dedicated to anglers.

Our online guide provides a fantastic selection of cottages, lodges, huts and even yurts representing the finest angling accommodation in the UK and Ireland.

We’ve provided a summary of the options below, but for more detailed information, we invite you to to leaf through our handy, digital brochure.

Scotland

Benmore Estate, Isle of Mull, Perthshire

Benmore Estate has fantastic trout and salmon fishing across two river systems and various lochs. The estate has various accommodation options across the estate: from two night stays in luxury glamping pods to a week-long let in the exquisitely refurbished Benmore Lodge.

The Meikleour Arms Hotel & Restaurant, Perthshire

Located near the junction of the Tay and the Isla, the multi-award-winning Meikleour Arms has been welcoming anglers since the Victorian era. You can stay in one of the lovely bedrooms at the inn, or for extra space and luxurious comfort, at one of its dog-friendly serviced cottages.

Grogarry Lodge, Outer Hebrides

Grogarry Lodge, located on the Isle of South Uist, is renowned for its exceptional fishing opportunities. Anglers visiting Grogarry Lodge can enjoy the challenge and beauty of fishing for wild trout and the opportunity to catch Atlantic salmon in the island’s pristine waters.

Orasay Inn, Outer Hebrides Accomodation, Outer Hebrides

Orasay Inn, Outer Hebrides Accommodation, is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at the north end of the Isle of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides. Offering the ideal location for a special Outer Hebrides holiday, Orasay Inn can arrange trout fishing on many local lochs, some almost within casting distance of the hotel.

Culligran Cottages, Inverness-Shire

Culligran Cottages in Glen Strathfarrar, Inverness-Shire offer comfortable self-catering accommodation in a traditional three-bedroom cottage and four Norwegian chalets. Set in a beautiful, unspoilt, magical glen, the area has mountain scenery, loch and river, Caledonian pinewood and breathtaking views of the unspoilt wild Highlands of Scotland.

Gordon Castle, Moray

Gordon Castle marries the traditional splendour of a Highland Scottish castle with a subtle touch of 21st-century comfort, and is the ideal venue for a fishing holiday in the Scottish Highlands. All fishing holidays are individually tailored to your requirements and can be arranged with excellent fully catered or self-catering accommodation.

Scourie Hotel, Highlands

Sutherland and the North West Coast is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas of unspoilt natural beauty. Blessed with wonderful views over the white sands of Scourie Bay and views towards Ben Stack, Foinaven and Arkle, the award winning Scourie Hotel is an ideal location to enjoy wonderful local food and welcoming accommodation.

Direct Sporting Lets, Highlands

Fishing in Scotland provides plenty of opportunities for catching salmon, sea-trout and wild brown trout – and Direct Sporting Lets provides access to some of the best fly-fishing lochs and rivers in the Highlands. With a portfolio of more than 60 handpicked Scottish sporting estates, a tailored sporting and accommodation package can be provided to your exact requirements.

Borve Lodge Estate, Isle of Harris

Lying on the magnificent Atlantic coastline on the Isle of Harris, Borve Lodge Estate offers exclusive and well appointed self-catering cottages. The five-star Rock House and Broch offer unique luxurious accommodation for couples, while Claddach House is perfect for families and small groups looking to get away from the hustle and bustle.

Kingsknowes Hotel, Scottish Borders

Located off the A7, between Galashiels, Melrose and Selkirk, the Kingsknowes Hotel is situated in five acres of carefully tended gardens above the banks of the River Tweed. The hotel has 12 individually furnished en-suite guest bedrooms, including a family room, the Scott Suite and various other standard and superior double/twin rooms.

Coldingham Loch, Scottish Borders

Coldingham Loch is a 22-acre fly-fishery with six holiday cottages set in a small private estate in a beautiful coastal location in the south east Scottish Borders. It is one of Scotland’s oldest trout fisheries and has a superb reputation as one of the best top-of-the-water lochs in the country.

Tomdoun Estate, Invergarry

Discover the ultimate fishing getaway at this exclusive estate where tranquillity and adventure meet. Nestled in breathtaking natural surroundings between Inverness and Fort William, Tomdoun Estate offers prime fishing across pristine waters, perfect for anglers of all levels.

England

The Boathouse on Tweed, Northumberland

Nestled in an idyllic position at the end of a lane on the banks of the River Tweed, set amid its own private beat, the Boathouse on Tweed boasts magnificent views over the river to the hills beyond. Mel Brindley, the gillie, is a highly experienced Tweed fisher who can help you maximise your enjoyment of the river.

Collingwood Arms, Northumberland

At the Collingwood Arms you can enjoy the pleasures of fly fishing on the River Tweed, just a short walk from the hotel. Fish for delights such as wild brown trout, sea trout (sea-run brown trout), Atlantic salmon and grayling. Over the last few years, The Collingwood has become well known as a place to enjoy some post-fishing craic and a great dinner.

The Tufton Arms Hotel, Cumbria

The Tufton Arms Hotel is a small, intimate luxury hotel in the Eden valley, situated in the centre of the medieval town of Appleby-in-Westmorland. They can offer great fly fishing breaks on the River Eden for total beginners and experienced fisherman alike. If you want to learn to fish or improve your techniques on a river, then these fly fishing breaks offer great value.

Lake View Cottage, New Mills Trout Fishing Park, Cumbria

Located 11 miles east of Carlisle, and one mile from the picturesque market town of Brampton, Lake View Cottage is set in the beautiful surroundings of New Mills Trout Fishing Park, an established fly-fishing venue. The local area is known for its walks, dining, water sports and historical attractions, such as Hadrian’s Wall. Families and dogs are welcome.

Meon Springs, Hampshire

Hidden away in a wide South Downs valley of lakes and natural chalkland, Meon Springs is one of the most renowned stillwater trout fisheries in the South of England and the perfect place to enjoy a fishing break. Everything you need is provided right down to the logs for your firepit. Bring your own food or enjoy the onsite café/ bistro, which serves brunch, lunch and dinner.

The Half Moon Inn, Devon

A short walk from the River Torridge, The Half Moon Inn is a 16th-century, Grade II listed fishing inn nestled in the heart of the traditional, unspoilt Devon village of Sheepwash. Surrounded by picturesque countryside and wildlife, it is one of the few remaining fishing inns in Devon.

Wales

Glanusk Estate, Powys

The Glanusk Fishery offers wild trout and salmon sport on five miles of the River Usk in South Wales with a plethora of pools and beats suitable for all types of fisher – adults, children and beginners. Glanusk is a truly magical place in the heart of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park, surrounded by activities for all ages and non-fishers.

Glas Y Doran, Eisteddfa Fishery, Gwynedd

Close to the seaside town of Criccieth, Glas y Dorlan is a comfortable and well-furnished holiday cottage offering fishing and non-fishing holidays in North Wales. Anglers will love staying at the cottage and being able to pop down to the lakes whenever they fancy a spot of fishing.

Ireland

Mount Falcon, County Mayo

Guests at Mount Falcon will not only find two miles of world-class salmon fishing on the banks of the River Moy, but also four-star accommodation, memory-making dining and a cozy luxury unlike any other destination. After a day on the water, there is no better place to come back to than the Mount Falcon manor house.

Birchall Lodge, County Galway

Birchall Lodge is located on the western shores of Lough Corrib, one of Europe’s best trout and salmon lakes, an ideal base for early hatches of duckfly followed by olives, summer buzzer and mayfly. Guests are provided with luxurious accommodation in a tranquil, beautiful part of Connemara.

Screebe House, County Galway

Tucked away in the idyllic surrounds of Camus Bay, Screebe House offers the best of what Connemara has to offer as one of Ireland’s finest Victorian country homes. Built in 1872 as a fishing lodge and lovingly restored by the Burkart family in 2010, Screebe House offers guests an experience of luxury comfort and effortless charm.

Careysville House and Fishery, County Cork

Careysville House and Fishery nestles within 160 acres on the River Blackwater, only an hour’s drive from Cork Airport and two hours from Rosslare Port. A luxurious and comfortable lodge overlooking the fishery, Careysville House can accommodate up to 11 guests on a full-board basis during the salmon season.