This stunning medievel castle offers wonderful accommodation for a group of up to seven as well as two canine guests. Set in 450 acres of stunning land, you can spend your holiday quietly fishing or sniffing out miles of riverways on foot with your pets. The property is in a lovely rural spot in Aberdeenshire, 200 metres from the River Deveron. With two salmon and trout fishing beats withing the castle ground, it’s ideal for keen fishermen. In the evenings, you can cook up a feast on the BBQ and enjoy it in the courtyard gardens – we know somebody who’ll be keen for a sausage or two!
You’re bound to fall in love with this atmospheric and historical accommodation, which has plenty of appealing features, not least the stained-glass windows and vaulted ceiling in the dining room. Enjoy large, leisurely meals in this space, cooked up in the homely kitchen, while your pets stretch out by the cosy wood burner nearby. Find a small lounge on the ground floor, then head up to the first floor where there are three gorgeous bedrooms, a shower room and the main lounge, which is up a few steps in the original tower section of the castle. A second wood burner here creates another great option for doggie naps. Up another set of stairs, there are two more bedrooms as well as a bathroom featuring an indulgent Victorian-style bath. The decor throughout is bold and colourful, with plenty of vibrant hues and antique-style touches.
When you’re not exploring the grounds, you could head to one of the many dog-friendly castles and attractions dotted in the surrounding countryside. Why not drive 12 miles to the coast and visit Banff? This historic town has a beach that’ll soon set tails a’wagging.