The Mews is a four-bedroom holiday cottage sleeping eight guests in Insch, Aberdeenshire. This pet-friendly property forms the north wing of a B-listed mansion built in 1687. Two dogs stay free. The cottage features a private wood-fired hot tub and sits within 27 acres of grounds with woodland walks and paddocks.

The property occupies a peaceful rural setting near Inverurie. Miniature Shetland ponies graze in the front parkland. A small lake with an island adds to the scenery. The shared walled garden provides space for your dogs to explore safely.

Ground floor accommodation includes a living room with woodburner, dining room seating eight and a kitchen with wine cooler. Two staircases lead to four bedrooms: one kingsize, one with two singles, one with a ¾ double and single, plus another kingsize accessed through bedroom three. Two ground floor bathrooms feature a bath with shower and a separate shower cubicle. The property includes washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.

Lochter Centre (11 miles, 15 minutes) offers go-karting and archery. Hill of Bennachie provides excellent walks. Fourteen castles sit within easy reach. Insch village has shops just 500 yards away.

The Mews suits families wanting space, privacy and outdoor adventures with their dogs in Scotland's castle country.