With a pretty garden for chasing tails and an open fire for cosy winter nights, this atmospheric property is an ideal destination at any time of the year. Located in the endlessly fascinating Moray Firth, it’s perfect for couples and small families bringing a four-legged friend for woofy walks and waggy adventures.
You’ll feel warmly welcomed as you enter this handsomely converted 18th-century stable, not least because it has underfloor heating throughout the ground floor for a cosy feeling all year round. In the sleek kitchen, there’s plenty of room to pop down food and water bowls, and when you’ve prepared your own meals, you can dine by the patio doors in the lounge/diner, enjoying the garden views. Open the doors wide in the warmer months and enjoy the fresh air or, in winter, get a roaring fire going and stretch out on the sofa (it’s a full-size sofa bed for flexible sleeping arrangements) with Fido by your feet. Also on the ground floor is a family shower room. When you’re feeling tired, settle your pup to sleep and head upstairs, where there are two super-king-size bedrooms (twins on request), with TVs and en-suite facilities. When your hound needs to stretch his legs, step out into the large garden, which has outdoor seating for dining in the sun and under the stars.
For exhilarating runs and games of fetch on long, sandy beaches, the popular seaside town of Nairn is just 2.5 miles away. Here you’ll also find a selection of places to eat and drink where your mutt will be welcome. In Culbin Forest your pal can sniff around to their heart’s content, while the estate at Brodie Castle, 4.5 miles, is great for a stroll, especially in spring when it’s famous for its displays of daffodils.