Join family, friends, and your favourite furry chum for a relaxing retreat near Lumsden in rural Aberdeenshire. The surrounding area is a haven for walkers and four-pawed explorers, with routes to explore through the Cairngorm Mountains and along the Speyside Way and Castle Trail. For shopping and eating out, you’ll find many paw-friendly places in Alford (9.5 miles) and Huntly (13 miles).
The single-storey stone cottage sits on a working farm and boasts unspoilt views across open fields and rolling hills. The main living space is open plan, with a tiled floor, high ceiling, and beautiful exposed beams. Tucked in one corner is a kitchen with everything needed for a self-catering getaway, and there’s a large dining table for enjoying mealtimes with a view. In the evenings, snuggle up on the sofa, with the hound stretched out in front of the wood burner, as you catch up on your favourite programmes on the Smart TV. In summer months, throw open the patio doors so Fido can amble in and out to the garden. All three bedrooms have their own, en-suite facilities (including a fully accessible wet room), along with cosy underfloor heating and storage for all your holiday attire. Outside, dine alfresco on the patio as you watch the Aberdeen Angus cattle grazing in the nearby fields. There’s a grassy area where the woofer can burn off steam, and you’ll also have access to a shared BBQ and a handy drying/storage room. Private parking is available for three cars.
Lumsden (0.5 miles) is a quaint, rural village with a small shop, a children’s play area, and a Sculpture Trail that you can explore with your furry friend. Just 8 miles away is the National Trust’s Leith Hall, with its network of paw-friendly walking trails and a delightful tearoom. You’ll also be within touring distance of the vibrant waterside city of Aberdeen and the dramatic Moray coastline.