The original plantation was harvested some time ago and since then nature has been allowed to take its natural course. The lack of interference has benefitted the woodland diversity, creating an incredibly wild feeling in the growth and regeneration. As with most woodland, the pioneer species such as birch has set the pace, interspersed with western hemlock, black pine, rowan and willow. Rhododendron is prolific, creating a really wild and untamed 'lost world' atmosphere, though this non native species can be easily tamed with time and energy.

A common visitor is the ‘Snipe of the woods’; Woodcock is an elusive, wading bird found mainly in woodlands. It is a thick-bodied, pigeon-sized bird with a long bill. Its beautiful plumage provides almost perfect camouflage when on the ground, motionless in leaf litter. Rarely seen on the ground, it is the rufous rump that is most striking when the bird is flushed into flight.

Woodcock is a crepuscular bird, most active at dawn and dusk. It feeds by probing its bill into damp ground, eating mainly earthworms and beetles and one to look out for when visiting the woods.

The outstanding feature of these woodlands is the the sheer depth and breadth of biodiversity. As is common with naturally regenerating woodlands, nature has a way of filling in the gaps, providing a rich and varied habitat for wildlife of all sizes.

Access from the main road is over a shared stone track, while entrance into the main woodland is through a lockable wooden gate. For convenience there is also a pedestrian gate. The track leading to the individual woodlands is of good condition with little maintenance required. Some paths have been opened up, while there is still plenty of scope for further work.

All sporting rights are sold with the woodland.

On arrival at Finnery Plantation, apart from the abundant birdsong, what becomes immediately clear is the peace and tranquility within these woods. There are no major roads within earshot: the perfect antidote to busy lives. Although Loch Lomond is a magnet for tourists, this particular corner of the national park beats to its own drum, with the new woodland owners making enjoyable use of the space.

The surrounding area of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs gained much popularity with the publication of Sir Walter Scott's 1810 poem 'The Lady of the Lake'. The poem gives a roll call of Trossachs place names, the lady herself being found on Loch Katrine. Scott followed up with his 1817 historical novel Rob Roy, romanticising the outlaw cattle thief Raibert Ruadh born by Loch Katrine and buried at nearby Balquhidder.

Stirling, with its beautiful castle, is just a 30 minute drive away with direct links from there across to Edinburgh.