Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Huntly, Aberdeenshire

This enchanting retreat, located on Avochie Estate, has a fantastic mixture of wildlife habitats to explore. Enjoy a stroll along the edge of the River Deveron which runs through the estate grounds, or the fields and woods, where one can encounter roe deer, game birds, waders, squirrels and pine marten. For fishing enthusiasts the River Deveron offers some of the best fishing in Scotland, permits can be purchased from FishPal.

The surrounding countryside offers excellent opportunities for walking and hiking. You can explore the scenic trails, such as the Bin Forest Walk or the Deveron Way, which provides beautiful views of the river and the surrounding landscapes. The local town of Huntly (9 miles) is a large Aberdeenshire town with plenty to see and do, and has a selection of shops, cafes and restaurants and is famous for its ruined castle.

On entering this elegant holiday home, you’ll step straight into the delightful and welcoming lounge, which is an ideal space to relax with a seating area overlooking the river. The lounge area features a comfortable sofa where you can unwind and watch your favourite movie on the Smart TV. On chilly evenings, cosy up in front of the wood burner after a day spent exploring the scenic surroundings.

The kitchen area offers all the equipment you need to rustle up a bite to eat with local produce purchased on your travels. When ready, set the dining table and enjoy a family meal whilst planning your holiday activities. Completing the ground floor is a utility room with a washing machine and dryer and a bathroom with a bath and WC.

Heading up the stairs you have two beautifully decorated bedrooms, a double and a zip-and-link king-size both with en-suite shower rooms. Venturing outside to the grounds of the estate, the bank of the river is on your doorstep and the tennis court is across the gravel driveway. This area, which is mainly laid to lawn, is perfect for children to play and relax whilst you admire the splendid countryside scenery.