Mowat Court

Kirkton Road, Stonehaven AB39 2PB
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9.8 28 Reviews
  • Mowat Court, Stonehaven
Based in the seaside town on Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire, Mowat Court care home provides high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care on a permanent and short-term basis.

Residents are welcome to enjoy the shared facilities in the home, such as the hair and beauty salon and various lovely lounges. There is also a conservatory that looks out onto the home's beautiful garden where you can admire the colourful flower beds. Each bedroom at Mowat Court is spacious and tastefully furnished with en-suite facilities and a 24-hour nurse call system.

Mowat Court practices a person-centred approach to care. This means the team get to know each of the residents so they can create unique care and lifestyle plans to suit their needs.

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Care Provided by Mowat Court

  • Primary Care Categories
  • Dementia
  • Older Person Care
  • Physical Disability
  • Respite Care
  • Care Types Provided
  • Dementia Nursing Care
  • Dementia Residential Care
  • Nursing Care
  • Residential Care
  • For a maximum of 46 Service Users
  • Privately Owned
  • Care Offered
  • Alzheimer's
  • Hearing Impairment
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Speech Impairment
  • Stroke
  • Other Care Provided
  • Palliative Care
  • Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Moira Taylor (Home Manager)
  • Admission Criteria
    • Ages 55+
  • Room Information
    • Single Rooms (46)
    • Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (46)
  • Care Home Design/Build
    • Purpose Built: Yes

Funding & Fees Guide for Mowat Court

  • Funding Types Accepted
  • Self funding (Private)
  • Local Authority with Top-Up
  • Local Authority
  • NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Funding
  • Weekly Charges per Person
    • Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,323
    • Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,413
    • Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,683
    • Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,773
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Care from £1,533
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Residential Dementia Care from £1,623
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Care from £1,893
    • RESPITE Self-Funded Nursing Dementia Care from £1,983

  • Fees are subject to a pre-admission needs assessment which is required to fully understand the level
    of care and support required by each individual. Premium rooms normally require an additional charge.
    Nursing fees include the Funded Nursing Contribution (FNC) if you are eligible.


    What’s included?
    • All care and support including a monthly review of care plans
    • All meals, snacks and drinks freshly prepared every day by our chef
    • In-house café with homemade cakes, and a variety of speciality teas and coffees
    • Access to gardens
    • Activities and lifestyle programme
    • All utilities and other accommodation costs
    • Housekeeping and laundry services
    • WiFi internet access


    Please note, the weekly fee does not include hairdressing, chiropody or other healthcare visits or
    appointments not covered by the NHS, toiletries, newspapers or magazines, any over the counter
    medications that a GP wouldn’t normally prescribe such as paracetamol and indigestion relief, and any
    other privately arranged healthcare. Should you require an escort to hospital appointments, we may apply
    an agreed hourly charge for this service.
  • (these prices are only a guideline, please contact Mowat Court to find out the exact price for your requirements)

Facilities

  • Gardens
  • Lift
  • Own Furniture if required
  • Phone Point in own room
  • Residents Internet Access
  • Stairlift
  • Television point in own room
  • Wheelchair Access

Mowat Court Reviews (28)

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9.8

Mowat Court has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.818) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mowat Court has 28 reviews.

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Review from John C (Son of Resident) published on 19 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Mum has been in Mowat Court now for five months and I can't imagine anywhere better for her in this locality. I visited several options before settling on Mowat Court and am very glad we did. Unlike the others, there was nobody here waltzing about in a suit with a clip-board. The emphasis is very
much on the clinical care of the residents, and the staff are just superb. When mum arrived, she was in a precarious state, bed-ridden and requiring assistance with virtually every function. She was unable to hold a knife and fork and I'd been attending to her and feeding her since my father (who was her carer) had passed on. A few months later, mum is feeding herself and has even put on some weight. I have a photograph of her on Christmas Day where she is sitting in the lounge at Mowat Court wearing Rudolph antlers on her head and quaffing a glass of Pinot Grigio like she was a teenager! I feel fortunate to have mum here and the staff all feel like family - they are simply the best!

Reply from Hannah Story, Home Manager at Mowat Court

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
Its truly wonderful to hear how much of a positive impact Mowat Court has had on your mums well-being. Seeing her regain independence and enjoy special moments, like Christmas with a glass of Pinot Grigio, is exactly why our team is so dedicated to providing exceptional care. At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Many thanks the Care UK team


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Review from BRASH D (Son of Resident) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has now been in Mowat Court for nearly 3 years. My family and I are more than happy with the care and service provided by the staff there.
Any issues, queries or information we have had or sought have been dealt with promptly and professionally (there have been no major issues).
The staff
are approachable, knowledgeable and helpful at all times. Polite, courteous and down to earth as well.
It is a great comfort for us to know that my mother is in great hands and is experiencing the best quality of life possible taking into consideration both her physical and mental health.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Home Manager at Mowat Court

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.


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Review from Viv P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great Carehome, friendly and attentive staff always on hand when we visit. Plenty of varied activities from dancing, baking to outings. Food is always of a very high quality and plenty of it if anything the potions are maybe in the large side. Decor is lovely and we were able add personal photos, bedding
etc to the room.
The lady in reception is extremely helpful and friendly, the staff we see every week are always pleasant and accommodating.
There is absolutely nothing we can fault about Mowatt Court

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Home Manager at Mowat Court

thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.


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Review from R R (Daughter of Resident) published on 18 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Dad has settled very well at Mowat Court. The staff are friendly and professional and nothing is too much bother. They treat the residents with respect. There is a homely atmosphere and when I visit it feels like I am visiting my Dad in his home, able to make us a cup of coffee and sit in the kitchen
together. I have joined in with some of the activities , which the residents enjoy. I would recommend Mowat Court for people living with Dementia as it caters well for them, provide a safe environment.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Home Manager at Mowat Court

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.


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Review from Carole R (Daughter of Resident) published on 4 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We visited Mowat Court 3 times before making the decision to move Mum. The management made us feel so welcome and were always available to show us around at any time of day - even without an appointment. The atmosphere and friendly staff has made the decision to choose Mowat Court so much easier. The
rooms and communal areas are nicely presented and cosy. We are so happy to be part of such a lovely environment at such an important time in an older person's life. Thank you.

Reply from Caprice Geisha, Reviews Team at Mowat Court

Hi Carole, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.


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Review from Helen W (Niece of Resident) published on 16 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Auntie feels very safe and secure in the home.
All staff are lovely.
Very caring.

Reply from Holly Cole, Reviews Team at Mowat Court

Hi Helen, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Many thanks, the Care UK team.


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Review from S B (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The home is well run by a friendly team of carers who is always on hand to speak to. Since folks have moved in, they have settled in very quickly and love it here. The new manager is very informed and seems to run a well-organised home. I have been made to feel "part of the family".

Reply from Holly Cole, Reviews Team at Mowat Court

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.
At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK, we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Many thanks, the Care UK team.


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Review from D R (Son of Resident) published on 14 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I had a very positive experience, Mum is receiving great care. The staff are friendly and attentive. The home is clean and has a nice atmosphere. I would recommend Mowat Court.

Reply from Holly Cole, Reviews Team at Mowat Court

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience.


At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.


Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.


Many thanks the Care UK team


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Review from Susan Y (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 3 July 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother-in-law was admitted in lockdown from a Psychiatric assessment Unit having suffered from delirium related to her advancing dementia.
Her presentation changed almost immediately due to the warmth, tactile and very positive interactions of the staff. They treated her with dignity and love.
Throughout, their communication with us was excellent.
Unfortunately towards the end of her stay, she required palliative care which was impressive, we took it in shifts to sit with her and unlike the hospital there was no limit on numbers visiting. During that time we got to know staff members well and I was moved by some who were genuinely upset and tearful at times. She was truly loved there and they became a family!
My only issue might have been the delay of the GP service to set up a syringe pump; this was in no way due to staff omission. Staff went out of their way to make the end-of-life experience as comfortable as possible for my mother-in-law and us as a family.

Reply from Martha Piper, Reviews Team at Mowat Court

Hi Susan, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one. Thank you for your time, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Many thanks the Care UK team


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Review from Atholl M (Guardian of Resident) published on 26 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic, all are well looked after, all staff are very friendly and kind, not only to residents but all visitors.
I would strongly recommend this care home and staff.

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Review from Edward B (Husband of Resident) published on 17 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Perfect all round.

Reply from Martha Piper, Reviews Team at Mowat Court

Hi, thank you very much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience. At Mowat Court Care Home - Care UK we set a high standard for ourselves, so we are very pleased to hear that your experience with us has been a positive one.
Many thanks the Care UK team.


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Review from G M (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 16 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I'm happy and cared for. The food is great.
The staff look after me very well, I'm happy.

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Review from Elizabeth S (Resident) assisted by family/friend published on 11 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very careful, great staff and cant complain. Lucky to be here.

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Review from Angus M (Husband of Resident) published on 22 December 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having been in the military for some considerable time (twenty-five years), I have learned to judge the character and ability of individuals of which I was connected. But seldom I have been in contact with a group that has impressed me as much as the staff and management of this care home.
The conducted
themselves with absolute professionalism, keeping a cheerful disposition in all activities and were forever ready to discuss any problems that arose. I thank them all for the kindly way they look after my wife.

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Review from Mandy S (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing to put Dad into a care home was not a decision we took lightly and it came with a great deal of anxiety. However, Mowat Court has proved such a godsend that we now wish we'd moved Dad in years ago. There is such a homely, caring atmosphere and every member of the staff is kind and helpful.
Visiting Dad is a pleasure because he is so well looked after and so happy. I am greeted like a friend by the staff and I enjoy feeling like part of the Mowat Court family. I love that pets are welcome and that the garden is safe but large and mature. I keep threatening dad that he can go and live at my house and I'll take his room at Mowat Court!

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Review from T R (Daughter of Resident) published on 6 June 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mum has been in the care of this fantastic facility/team for just over 1year. I have never seen her looking happier or healthier. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff and there is so much for my mum to do/be involved in. Fabulous home / fabulous staff / fabulous management team.

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Review from R P (Son of Resident) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother was transferred from the hospital by ourselves into the Mowat Care Home Stonehaven. Unfortunately, my mother passed not long after. However the care home was beautiful, and the staff there were excellent. The way they cared for my mum was 1st class, even on her passing, very approachable,
helpful and polite and nothing was too much trouble for them. I’m sure if my mum was given time she would have thrived there. I would certainly recommend the Mowat in Stonehaven for relatives of elderly parents to be placed there.

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Review from D D (Resident) published on 13 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Excellent home. Very good staff. Have been here approximately 8 years. All original and new staff, as stated, are very good.
Been many places and other homes in Care UK group, plus given help in home - landscaping, growing grapes for wine and also tomatoes.
Also enjoy the home cats, dog and budgies.

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Review from Brian Y (Son of Resident) published on 12 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My mother has been at Mowat Court since March 2020 after having to leave her previous care home as the staff did not have the capacity to cope with her advancing, and at times, challenging dementia.
Since admission to Mowat Court she has presented as very happy (in the main) and this is in no small
part due to the caring and compassion shown by all staff.
We are particularly impressed with the staff's attention to detail in that they read her cues, know her triggers and are very proactive in preventing further distress when she becomes a little agitated.
The staff are warm, welcoming and communicate with us regularly when there is the slightest change in her care planning.
This is a small unit so the staff know my mother very well. As a result, she relates well in return and her eyes light up when a member of staff approaches her. I believe these strong attachments make her feel safe and secure.
In summary, we are grateful and delighted with the high level of skilled care.

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Review from Aileen P (Daughter-in-law of Resident) published on 12 January 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I was delighted when we managed to secure a place for my mother-in-law at Mowat Court. My father had previously been a resident there and the staff were absolutely amazing at taking care of him. To my delight, there has been very few changes in staff and they immediately made my mother-in-law feel at
home. While at home she had refused to eat, wouldn’t sleep in her bed and had become very despondent. Within the first couple of days at Mowat Court, she was eating, taking an interest in her surroundings and sleeping all night in a bed. This is thanks to the lovely staff, they’ve encouraged her and nothing is a problem for them. She seems to have taken a new lease of life and happily sits and plays scrabble and dominoes. I can’t thank the management and staff enough, the difference we have seen in her has been unbelievable and we are so grateful that she is now a resident there.

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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.818)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.818) out of 10 for Mowat Court is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Care Home is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.818 for Mowat Court is calculated as follows: ( (108 Excellents x 5) + (24 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.818

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Mowat Court is based on 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the registered maximum number of service users in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Care Home registered for a maximum of 50 service users has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 46 registered maximum number of service users is 9.2, which has been reached with 11 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Care Home does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

Performance

Care Inspectorate (CI) Rating

Date: 29 Oct 2024

How well do we support people's wellbeing? Very good

(5)
How good is our leadership? Very good

(5)
How good is our staff team? Very good

(5)
How good is our setting? Good

(4)
How well is care and support planned? Very good

(5)

Care Inspectorate is responsible for the registration and inspection of social care services in Scotland.

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Meet the Team (1)

Moira

Moira Taylor

Job Title: Home Manager

Joined: 2025

I have a Diploma in Higher Education in Nursing and a BA in nursing.


I also have a NEBS management certificate.


I’ve worked in management since 2001, so I have many years of experience. My last role was also as a care home manager for another organisation where we won care home of the year twice. It was a terrific achievement and one I am really proud of.


I chose to join Care UK because Mowat Court has a good reputation and is also in a great location for me as it is closer to home. I am looking forward to continuing the great work that is already being done here.


In my role, you need to be hard working and be a good communicator. As a manager, you also have to be willing to support colleagues and help them progress in their careers should they want to. For me, it is important that colleagues, residents and their relatives feel I am available to them, to listen and to provide help when it’s needed. Being able to listen and act on feedback is critical.


One of the best parts of working in a care home is the interaction between people. My favourite aspect is being able to get to know residents, their families and finding out what we can do to make things even better. We are all here to make a positive difference to people’s lives; when we do, it is so rewarding.


Outside of work, I love spending time with my grandchildren. I also enjoy cycling and yoga.


Frequently Asked Questions about Mowat Court

What types of Care is Mowat Court registered for?

Older Person Care, Dementia, Respite Care & Physical Disability are the registered (by the Care Quality Commission) categories of Care.

What additional types of Care does Mowat Court provide?

Palliative Care & Separate Specialist Dementia Care Unit are other types of care provided.

How many Rooms does Mowat Court have?

There are 46 Single Rooms.

What are the Facilities & Services at Mowat Court?

Own Furniture if required, Lift, Stairlift, Wheelchair Access, Gardens, Phone Point in own room, Television point in own room & Residents Internet Access are some of the Facilities & Services.

How far is Mowat Court to the centre of Stonehaven?

0.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.