Locals have told of seeing "toxic-looking" smoke pouring from the building.
More than 100 objections were lodged against the proposals near Cults.
Neighbours are fighting plans to turn a garden building in the fishing village into a short-term let amid tourism boom in Aberdeen.
Emergency services were called to the incident near Drumlithie at around 6.20pm on Saturday.
Locals were asked to stay away from the area and keep their windows shut.
Drinks industry veteran, Jonathan Dunne, has lifted the lid on his ambitious plans to save the Fetternear Stable from ruin and turn into a destination for visitors.
Two wives have lost husbands, two mums have lost sons - but all love and celebrate each other.
Some Aberdeenshire residents and their loved ones will have to pay up to 80% more.
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