Guests say
The Mews in Insch receives high praise for its beautiful rural setting, spacious and comfortable accommodation, and welcoming hosts. Guests particularly enjoyed the stunning grounds, hot tub, and opportunities for family activities such as feeding ponies and exploring the gardens. The property is well-equipped and ideally located for exploring the local area. While most feedback is very positive, one review noted some areas of the house felt a bit tired and dusty. Overall, guests found it a perfect spot for a relaxing family getaway.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, with specific mention of clean beds and bedding. However, one review noted some areas were a bit tired and dusty, which slightly lowers the score.
The location is frequently described as beautiful, peaceful, and ideally situated for exploring the area, with easy access to local shops and attractions. The grounds and rural setting are consistently praised.
Guests found the accommodation spacious and comfortable, with cosy features like a fire in the lounge and comfortable beds. The property suited both families and larger groups well.
Facilities such as the hot tub, well-equipped kitchen, and plentiful accessories like towels and dressing gowns were highly appreciated. The grounds and gardens added to the experience, though one guest mentioned some maintenance issues.
Hosts were repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, with thoughtful touches such as heating the hot tub and lighting the fire before arrival. While guests appreciated these gestures, please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Surrounded by 27-acre grounds, enjoy the woodland walks at the property, or venture further afield and discover all that Insch and the local area have to offer..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, (Accessed Via Bedroom 3).
Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel provided for wood burner in winter, initial fuel provided in summer. Highchair available. Welcome pack. . Shared enclosed walled garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Shared 27-acre grounds with woodland walks, paddock, gardens and furniture. Wood-fired hot tub (private). Bike store. Parking for 3 cars. This property has a security deposit of £100. Please note: Couples and family bookings only. There is an unfenced river and pond within fenced paddock in grounds.. Set in 27 acres of grounds, this delightful house forms the north wing of the owners’ mansion. Dating back to 1687, the house is steeped in history and The Mews was added in 1842. The house has its original 1840 layout. Unfortunately there are no upstairs bathrooms as planning will not allow as the building is B listed. The house is conveniently laid out for family groups or couples with the bedroom areas accessed by two separate staircases on either side of a central lounge and kitchen area. On one side there are 2 adjoining bedrooms one can only be accessed via the other one, ideal for a family but not suitable for unrelated couples. There is a 48 bottle wine fridge in the kitchen which is well equipped but not overly large though you can seat 4 for dining. The dining room seats 8 in comfort.
Outside, guests have free access to the extensive walled garden at the rear and the parkland at the front, inhabited by the owners’ miniature Shetland pony herd and which leads down to a beautiful small lake with an island. An idyllic retreat, guests can explore the grounds or enjoy the many activities available in the area. Nearby, the Hill of Bennachie is a great place for walks, whilst the Lochter Centre near Inverurie (11 miles) offers outdoor activities to suit everyone, from archery to Segway and from go-karting to clay pigeon shooting, and much more! This is castle country and there are 14 of Scotland’s finest to choose from. Golf, fishing, and riding are all within easy reach in the area and there is a good selection of shops and eating places both in Insch and nearby Inverurie. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 800 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
The river is within 400 metres, within fenced paddock.
There are 2 steps up to bedroom 4 which is only accessible via bedroom 3.
There are quite low ceiling in bedroom 2.
Small 4ft double and a single in bedroom 4.
The property is carbon zero. All heating is bio mass, electricity is renewal , hot tub is wood fired as is the fire pit barbecue. We have 12 acres or woodland which absorbs over 20 tons of carbon a year. We absorb enough carbon to ensure your holiday including travel is carbon neutral. There is a fenced river within 400 metres and a large pond in the paddock which is also fenced. Dogs are welcome as there are miles of tracks to exercise them. The wall garden extends to over 1 acre and is completely enclosed for dogs that are not used to running off the lead. We have red squirrels, roe deer, badgers in the grounds and an amazing number or birds.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
EPC Rating = D
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Scottish letting licence No: AS00498F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Grampian Transport Museum
Reviews (10)
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Isobel Fannin
Beautiful, peaceful rural location. The Mews was the perfect for base for tracing our family history and visiting extended family. Fabulous walks from the door. Stunning walled garden and grounds. Comfortable accommodation that suited our party of 5 well.
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Confirmed Guest
Location was good, set within 27 acres of woodland and gardens but also within walking distance of the village of Insch for shops and local pubs/restaurants.The accommodation was spacious and suited our family group of 7 ( one bedroom only accessed through another, however was fine for us). The beds were clean and the mattress and bedding were extremely comfortable. It was well equipped and included cleaning products and basic condiments. The woodfired hot tub was lovely and very easy to use there was plenty of wood to keep it going for the weekend. Margaret and Hugh were knowledgeable hosts with a wealth of information on the history of the house and the local area. They were also very quick to respond when we had a small issue with the WiFi (our fault). The house was a bit tired and dusty in bits.
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Colleen
Beautiful, peaceful, comfortable home & surrounding area to stay in. Fire in lounge is amazing. Beautiful walks in the grounds. More than plenty accesories in the house I.e. towels, dresing gowns in each room & some for children - they were very handy for the hot tub.