Houses for sale near Stonehaven
Nestled on the Scottish coastline, only 15 miles south of Aberdeen, Stonehaven is an idyllic harbour town with a rich fishing heritage and a variety of impressive historic attractions including the infamous Dunnottar Castle.
Not only is Stonehaven a hot spot for visitors, particularly during Hogmanay, residents of the town also benefit from a range of local amenities including local shops, schools and plenty of leisure facilities.
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Benefits of living near Stonehaven
- Impressive transport links
- Picturesque walking trails
- Selection of local schools
- Numerous amenities and facilities
Things to do in Stonehaven and near Chapelton
Residents of Stonehaven and the nearby area are certainly not short of things to do, enjoying access to a plethora of independent shops such as Aunty Betty’s and leisure activities, including The Tolbooth Museum and Stonehaven Links golf course.
For those who love the outdoors, there is an olympic sized open air swimming pool which operates from May to September – the perfect place to spend a beautiful summer’s day. There are also a wealth of scenic walks to enjoy such as Stonehaven Beach and Dunnottar Woods.
There are plenty of opportunities to grab yourself a fresh cup of coffee or a delicious locally sourced meal, as Stonehaven is home to a number of pubs, cafes and restaurants including The Bay Fish and Chips, The Tolbooth Seafood Restaurant, The Ship Inn and Molly’s Cafe Bar.
Living in Stonehaven
Only a 25 minute drive from Aberdeen, Stonehaven offers residents the best of both worlds with easy access to the city centre while benefiting from the beauty of coastal living. For those looking to travel further afield, there are regular trains operating out of Stonehaven to cities such as Dundee and Edinburgh.
Stonehaven caters for both children and teens of all ages, with a wide selection of education options. From nursery and primary schools such as Croft Nurseries and Arduthie Primary School to nearby secondary schools and universities such as Mackie Academy and Robert Gordon University.
The picturesque village of Chapelton is particularly popular with residents looking to buy homes in the Stonehaven area.
Find out how our residents have settled into life in Chapelton
“We always lived in the city before moving here but we definitely see this as our forever home now and wouldn’t look back. We have made some great new friendships with our neighbours and enjoyed street barbeques and the farmers markets here.”
Amanda Dalgarno, Chapelton RESIDENT