House of Schivas

Located 25 miles north of Aberdeen and set in extensive grounds, House of Schivas is a privately owned tower house dating from the 16th Century.

During their time at House of Schivas, your clients will hear about the five families that have lived at Schivas, from their Jacobite connections and turbulent past, through to the day-to-day running of the Estate.

Tours of House of Schivas are available for both group and FIT clients, and bespoke experiences are available for groups.

FIT
Duration: 1 hour
Availability: Available year-round, Friday–Sunday
Group Size: 1–12 min/max

Experience Includes:

• Scheduled guided tour of House of Schivas, available at regular times throughout Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Stories about the five families who lived here, including the Gordon Family
• Entry to the Walled Garden – add 30 minutes
• Exclusive use of the Pool House
• Highland Dancers
• BBQ lunch
• Scottish Afternoon Tea, max group size 40 (split over 4 rooms)
• Bagpipe workshop
• Fly Fishing on the River Ythan

Group
Duration: 1 hour
Availability: Available year-round, on request
Group Size: 12–60 min/max

Experience Includes:

• Guided tour of House of Schivas
• Stories about the five families who lived here, including the Gordon Family
• Entry to the Walled Garden – add 30 minutes
• Exclusive use of the Pool House
• Highland Dancers
• BBQ lunch
• Scottish Afternoon Tea, max group size 40 (split over 4 rooms)
• Bagpipe workshop
• Fly Fishing on the River Ythan

Private Dining
Availability: Year-round, on request
Group Size: Max. 36 (see description for more capacities)

Dining Capacities:

• House of Schivas: max group size 36
• Marquee in Walled Garden: max group size 200+
• Schivas Steading: max group size 250 over two floors

Accommodation on Site

Availability: Year-round, on request
Group Size: Up to 18 pax

Accommodation Options:

• Newton House: Self-catering property that sleeps 14 over 7 double bedrooms (3 can be made into twins). Includes outdoor hot tub.
• South Lodge: Self-catering property that sleeps 4, with 1 double and 1 twin room.

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Terms and Conditions

• Payment terms on request.
• Cancellation: FIT 24 hrs, Group 7 days; bespoke at time of booking.
• Tour operator vouchers accepted.
• Final numbers 24 hrs before arrival.
• Limited accessibility due to layout; advise if required.
• Coaches up to 28 guests; multiple coaches allowed.