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FAB LOCATION - CENTRAL YET ONLY 80 M FROM SEA

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Our picturesque harbour - one of the reasons why we love Stoney!
Stoney is lovely in spring time - why don't you come and see for yourself
Only 80 meters from the property - can it get any better!
Plenty of restaurants to choose from but you have the option to dine in
Go retro and watch one of our DVDs

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free internet
  • Living area
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Stonehaven Aberdeen, SCT
  • Place, Aunty Bettys
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Stonehaven Tolbooth
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stonehaven Outdoor Pool
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

FAB LOCATION - CENTRAL YET ONLY 80 M FROM SEA

Only 80 metres from the sea and promenade, you can relax and feel at home in our quirky but stylish, recently modernised 3 bedroom listed apartment. We have tried to create a modern feeling in a traditional property - quite simply we love doing up old properties and creating a 'home from home' experience for our guests. The first floor accommodation is on two floors with bright, spacious open plan kitchen/dining /living room area and single cosy bedroom situated on the first floor. Living space/dining area provides adequate seating and the luxury of a SMART TV with Bluray/DVD player. Free wifi is also provided. Our lovingly and painstakingly restored staircase leads up to a bright, stylish twin bedroom with wall mounted TV/DVD player as well as a further attractive double bedroom with luxury bedding, tasteful decor and SMART TV. Please note we have the luxury of an actual three bedroom space so there is no need to make up sofa beds each day as the living room is an entirely separate space. Our recently modernised bathroom offering our guests the use of complimentary products is also located on the upper floor.

No car is necessary, as soon as you walk out the front door, everything is on your doorstep – lovely local little shops in which to browse in, cafes, restaurants, banks, small supermarkets, everything you could wish for. Have a gentle stroll via the scenic route along the promenade, stopping off at Molly’s for a delicious home cooked breakfast, lunch or dinner, or pay a visit next door from Molly's to the Bay Fish and Chip shop (brilliant fresh fish and worth the wait!) You may simply want to relax with a leisurely coffee at the Waterfront Cafe offering dramatic sea views or Molly's on the seafront. If you prefer sample some fine dining at one of Scotland’s best seafood restaurants, The Tolbooth (booking essential) overlooking the picturesque, historic harbour or just sit by the sea with an ice-cream from Aunt Betty’s – (toppings a must!) and soak in the atmosphere, whilst dolphin spotting. Further restaurants, cafes, bars, ice-cream shops, fish and chip shops (including the Carron famous for its deep fried Mars bars) can be found in the surrounding streets and are too numerous to mention you will just keep finding them!

For the children there is the adventure playground, teenagers the skate park and don’t forget to bring your swimming costume for a quick splash in our famous Art Deco Olympic sized heated out-door pool (summer months only) and offering midweek midnight swims. The leisure centre has an indoor pool open all year. We also have a bowling green, putting and tennis courts – there is something for everyone.

If you are feeling energetic you can walk up through Bervie Braes towards Dunnottar Castle - well worth the climb as once at the top the view on a nice day is amazing of Stonehaven Bay. A further five minute walk and passing the war memorial, you will see our iconic Dunnottar Castle in the distance a spectacular fortress ruins where you can take in the breath-taking awesome scenery, imagining life in the 15th century (Part of Hamlet was filmed here starring Mel Gibson) and a “must” visit.

Stonehaven also has one of the oldest golf courses in Scotland which straddles the Highland Fault Line and offers scenic views across Stonehaven Bay towards Dunnottar (visitors welcome any time and we are able to offer discounted prices). Nearby, the sandstone cliffs of Fowlsheugh hold one of Scotland's largest sea bird colonies. View the puffins during their nesting period; a truly memorable experience.

We hope you have enjoyed reading our introduction. . If you are interested in the property and visiting Stonehaven please contact me initially through the Enquiry button before making a definite Reservation as I still have lots more information to give you and I can also confirm your price at that time. I would also appreciate if you could just add a little note about yourself and your guests. If you then decide to make a reservation, once you have paid the service fee to VRBO I then manage your booking personally.

We have another property advertised with Home Away with only a minute's walk between them should you be looking for accommodation for more than one family. We hope that once you have visited Stonehaven you will feel like us and want to keep coming back!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note there are stairs in the property
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Regrettably no pets are allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A short booking form along with our standard terms & conditions will be sent to you on time of booking which must be signed & returned within 7 days

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number AS00272F
Property # 8162527
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Stonehaven

Located in Stonehaven, this apartment is near the beach. Stonehaven Tolbooth and Dunnottar Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at RSPB Fowlsheugh and Falls of Feugh. Stonehaven Outdoor Pool and Aunty Bettys are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Stonehaven Aberdeen, SCT

What's nearby

  • Aunty Bettys - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stonehaven Tolbooth - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stonehaven Outdoor Pool - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stonehaven Leisure Centre - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dunnottar Castle - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Stonehaven Station - 17 min walk
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lairhillock Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taste of china - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brae At Chapelton - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Creel Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Stack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is FAB LOCATION - CENTRAL YET ONLY 80 M FROM SEA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at FAB LOCATION - CENTRAL YET ONLY 80 M FROM SEA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at FAB LOCATION - CENTRAL YET ONLY 80 M FROM SEA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FAB LOCATION - CENTRAL YET ONLY 80 M FROM SEA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is FAB LOCATION - CENTRAL YET ONLY 80 M FROM SEA located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Aunty Bettys, Stonehaven Tolbooth and Stonehaven Outdoor Pool. Stonehaven Leisure Centre and Dunnottar Castle are also within 2 miles (3 km). Stonehaven Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jacqui O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was excellent in communication. Lovely property and location was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Myself and my son stayed over Easter and loved every minute. It was a perfect place for us as we were travelling into Aberdeen everyday for a competition and we could go to the beach every morning before we left. We couldn't believe the treats that were in the apartment for our arrival. The apartments are so clean and comfortable with everything we could need.I cant wait to return and neither can my son.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2026
Thanks for the lovely review and delighted you want to return. As you say we are a great location if you want to use the apartment as a base for touring, but there is so much to do in and around Stoney including the sea/beach. We offer a "home from home" experience so somewhere for you to come back home and relax after a day's sightseeing/activity.
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10/10 Excellent

Graham W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent home from home great communications throughout recommend without any reservations
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very good organisation and uncomplicate days in a nice surrounding.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
super clean, lots of personal touches on arrival and excellent communication from host. extremely well equipped too.just to be aware we had bikes and there was nowhere possible to store these so they were locked in the public square.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2025
Thanks for taking the time to review. We like to offer a "home from home" experience. We are able to offer secure accommodation for bikes should anyone enquire. Delighted you enjoyed your time with us and hope you took home many happy memories of your time in Stoney.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing break

Lovely clean, quaint property. The host was fantastic and made our stay very special.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2022
Delighted you enjoyed your stay. We do hope you will come back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A week in Stonehaven

Super property - spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, very well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic accommodation in an idyllic location within walking distance to the beach!

Frances has made us most welcome during our short stay. She added her own personal touches throughout the property and left us with a good stock of treats on our arrival. Would highly recommend this little gem of a place as a base for exploring Aberdeenshire!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2022
Delighted you enjoyed your stay. As you say it is an idyllic location not only as a base to explor Aberdeenshire but we are also near to everything in Stoney and the sea is just 80 meters away!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay!

We had an amazing time at the property. It was equipped with everything you need and more with lovely extra touches. Nice and homely, clean and super central location. Lots of information on the area with plenty of recommendations. Would 100% recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunny Stonehaven

We were absolutely delighted to stay here the apartment is beautiful and like an Aladdin's cave of discovery from room to room and wall to wall. One of the best places I’ve ever stayed at. Location is excellent too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2023
Delighted you enjoyed your stay. We love it here and glad you did too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Freaking Amazing!

Frances paid attention to so many details - it truly was a home away from home. So appreciate the cleanliness and coziness of this home. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2024
Thanks for the fab review. Our aim is for you to have a home from home experience, taking home many happy memories and want to return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

Excellent correspondence. Lovely property in fantastic surroundings. Everything you’d need for a comfortable and happy stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2024
Thanks for reviewing. As you say the flat is in a great location; close by to all amenities as well as the sea!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great area, close to everything. Train station is within walking distance for side trips. Host was remarkable with ideas for sites to visit. Will return! We had everything we needed in this very comfortable flat. Will come again!
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Was lovely to host you for a four week stay. As you say the location is great; we are near to everything including the sea. You don't need a car if you are staying here but there is easy access for travelling further afield if you wish. Look forward to welcoming you back again. Frances
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer and Michael S.

Wonderful Holiday Get Away

We had a fabulous stay in Stonehaven. The area is so beautiful. Frances was an amazing hostess she made sure we had everything we needed. The cottage is cozy and the beds were very comfortable. Great places to eat near by but if you want to stay in the kitchen is well stocked. We would definitely come back.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
I was delighted to welcome you as my first American guests and glad you enjoyed your stay. As you say Stonehaven really is a wonderful place and hope you will come back and visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James D C.

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Fantastic

What a wonderful place to stay while in STONEHAVEN! Modern and immaculate! The property manager couldn’t have been more pleasant! The central location gave us easy access to all points of interest in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of my property; it was lovely to meet you all. As you say the location is excellent as we are near all points of interest in the town as well as being near to the sea.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Apartment in a great location

We had a lovely time in Stonehaven and the apartment was like home from home. Lots of attention to detail in every room and little surprises for us to find. Very clean, well equipped and very comfy beds. Would definitely go back, Frances was a great host and provided lots of useful information.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2020
I am glad you all enjoyed your time in Stoney and would come back which is our aim. As you say the location is great with everything on our doorstep. Thank you for being such great guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will & Saha

This is one of the best holiday let’s I have ever stayed in.it really is home from home with an extremely high standard of cleanliness and the extras is awesome and appreciated! Thank you so much Frances for allowing us to stay, you went above and beyond our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2023
Thanks so much for the fab review. Our aim is for you to feel at home and relax after a day's sightseeing either locally or further afield - there is so much to choose from!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juditg P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab holiday

Fantastic, Frances very informative, welcoming property. Central for everything. All you need nearby
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Thanks for the fab review and delighted you enjoyed your time here. We have everything on our doorstep so a great place for a holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Recommend

Our stay was lovely. Frances was so accommodating and quick to respond. The apartment was very clean with so many little thoughtful extras (chocolate was my favourite!) I would definitely recommend this rental and would stay there again in a second.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2022
Thanks for your lovely review. We try to create a "home from home" experience along with all the little extras. We hope to welcome you back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

As advertised,

We got exactly what we were looking for. Space for all of us. France’s came by, and was lovely. For those from other than Scotland like us, you hope it all works out, and this was absolutely as advertised! Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2025
Delighted you enjoyed your time with us and lived up to your expectations. Was lovely to meet you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful holiday

The apartment was very well appointed and very homely. It was very conveniently positioned for easy access to the town, the beach and local attractions. We had not visited Stonehaven before but will definitely be back! The treats that were left around the apartment were appreciated. We had a wonderful holiday, thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review. Our aim is for you to have a “home from home” experience”, take home many happy memories from your time in Stoney and want to come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful short stay

From the first contact with the amazingly helpful owner Frances this trip could not have been better. The apartments has been beautifully modernised and is full of lovely decorative features. You can tell the owners love it! Very cosy and comfy and spotlessly clean The most generous welcome pack was such a pleasant surprise after a traumatic journey. Stonehaven itself is a lovely spot and I could not recommend it and the apartment more!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2022
Thanks for the fab review. We love our "wee pad" and Stoney and glad you loved it too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Find

Delighted to have found this property in Stonehaven. The communication with the owner prior to arrival was second to none, very detailed and adapted to the ages of my family. On arrival at the property everything was perfect, lots of little touches to make us feel so special on our weekend. Little things like the kids bubble bath and bubbles and snacks especially for their age. Stonehaven is a beautiful town, we will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2024
Delighted you enjoyed your time with us and look forward to welcoming you back. Stoney is a great place for all ages We are only 80 m from the sea so great for the kids to go in and have a paddle.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property in a great location

Frances has thought of everything in this property - it’s a perfect holiday home from home and the additional local information provided is excellent. The property is well-equipped and beautifully decorated, with thoughtful little touches in the most surprising of spaces. Communication with Frances was great and she is happy to provide suggestions of things to do or to let you get on with your own thing - entirely up to you. The location is good - plenty of parking nearby, metres from the beach and surrounded by places to eat (we ate A LOT during our stay! ) We will definitely stay here again if holidaying in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2021
Delighted you all enjoyed your time in Stoney and would welcome you back any time. It has been our aim to create a "home from home" experience which is so important when you have been out for the day sight seeing. There are so many places to choose from to eat, but we also have a large kitchen area if you fancy a night in.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back to Childhood.

Fantastic experience. Spotlessly clean and the kitchen was so well equipped. We were up to see the fireball ceremony plus it was a return to my wife's childhood. Over all it was a great 4 days with my wife my son his wife and my granddaughter. The exceptionaly good weather also enhanced the experience.. Frances the owners hospitality was fab - u l-ous. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thank you so much for the fab review and I am delighted you all enjoyed your stay in Stoney; we try to ensure all our guests have a home away from home experience. Stoney is a great place for New Year with the fireball ceremony and the flat location means it is only a few minutes walk away. I hope you will come back again.

About the host

Hosted by Frances

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Hi

Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.
I was born and brought up in Aberdeen 15 miles to the north of Stonehaven so over the years have had many trips to this seaside town and a lot of happy memories. Due to work I had to move away but still have many friends and relatives in this area and visit regularly. I was lucky enough to purchase this property in 2013 and a further one in 2017 with only a minute's walk between them (also advertised on Home Away). I love Stonehaven and hope that after your visit you too will see why.

Why they chose this property

Stonehaven is quite simply a beautiful place and is great for young and old alike. Once you have visited, you will definitely want to come back!

What makes this property unique

The apartment is quirky, has everything on it's doorstep and is lovingly looked after by the owner; a real home from home and somewhere you will experience true Scottish hospitality which we pride ourselves in offering. We are sure you will have a great time from start to finish - you only have to read our reviews!

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