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Doune Court sheltered housing

Doune Court buildingOn this page you will find information about Albany Court sheltered housing:

Location

Doune Court is located in the attractive hamlet of Bellabeg, near Strathdon and is situated next to the River Don. The full address is:

Doune Court
Bellabeg
Strathdon
AB36 8UH

There is a local convenience shop which is under 150 yards away and a post office.

The wider area of Aboyne offers:

  • coffee shops
  • a fish and chip shop
  • a swimming pool
  • butchers

The village of Braemar is approximately thirty minutes from Aboyne, offering a wide range of shopping centres, green spaces and leisure activities.

Facility

Doune Court has thirteen flats on one level with access to:

  • a communal lounge
  • a Library
  • gardens

Each flat has:

  • oil heating
  • double glazing
  • a fitted kitchen

Doune Court is fitted with a door entry system and all properties are connected to the Community Alarm Service.

Activities

Many sheltered housing communities offer opportunities to engage with other tenants and participate in activities. The communal areas, such as lounges and gardens, provide space tenants can use for relaxation and casual socialising.

Activities vary from community to community, and can include:

  • fish and chip nights
  • bingo
  • dominoes
  • craft clubs
  • concerts

Tenants are regularly consulted regarding future activities and encouraged to contribute suggestions. Available activities will be advertised on the notice board within Doune Court.

Contact

For general enquiries about sheltered housing please email sh.assess@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or phone 01467 468154.

For questions about Doune Court please email dounecourt.sh@aberdeenshire.gov.uk or phone 01224 472856

If you wish to apply for sheltered housing you can do so through our housing portal.