Nestled within a wooded area ideal for Country walks
On Site Management
Bike store
Lift Access
Communal outdoor space
Walking distance to local shops
kitchens are fitted out with all mod-cons, even a dishwasher!
Description
Our stylish 1 bedroom apartments are designed to use every inch of the space and come with an allocated parking space and free high speed broadband.
Measuring 500 sq. ft., the apartments have a generous open plan living space, furnished with a contemporary corner sofa, TV/ media unit, glass coffee table and glass dining table, with doors opening out to a BALCONY. Our kitchens are fitted with energy efficient integrated appliances, and there's built-in storage throughout the home.
Bedrooms in the apartments are furnished with a dark grey double bed, bedside tables, a chest of drawers and stylish built-in mirrored wardrobes and the tiled bathrooms feature a shower over the bath.
At Forbes Place you will benefit from our team being on-site Monday to Friday, we can guarantee your apartment is yours for as long as you need it.
We're ideally located for Aberdeen airport and Dyce's business parks, and there's an M&S Foodhall and Co-op within walking distance.
NHS perks available - ask site for details.
Colby River Management Limited trading as Colby River
BEFORE YOU MOVE IN
Holding Deposit : £150 inc VAT per property.
Payable when securing a property with Colby River. This payment will be deducted from the 1st month's rent. Payment will be made through Colby River's online portal.
Deposit & 1st Month's Rent
Deposit - equal to one month's rent to be paid to Colby River and protected with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme for the duration of the tenancy.
1st Month's Rent - the first month's rent will be paid via the online portal with the subsequent payments being paid via direct debit. on the date due each month.
DURING THE COURSE OF YOUR TENANCY
Default Fees (Outlined in the Tenancy Agreement)
Late Rent Payment Fees: Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate, for each day that the payment has been outstanding, is payable when the rent is more than 14 days late from the rent due date.
Lost Keys & Fobs:
Replacement Key - £10.00
Replacement Entry Fob - £50.00
Replacement Car Parking Fob - £50.00
Lock Change - £50.00
Payable if you lose your keys or fobs and require a replacement.
Images are indicative only. Prices listed are within current price range and an individual quote will be given, dependant on the apartment chosen by you and your desired entry date. EPC rating: B. Landlord Registration Number: 469043/100/04261.
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About Colby River, Scotland, Forbes Place
Dandara Living Lettings Suite,
Stoneywood Brae,
Aberdeen,
AB21 9FA
As part of the Dandara Group established in 1988, Dandara Living provides high quality properties to rent, situated within ouraward-winning Stoneywood Estate development in Aberdeen.
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Forbes Place, AB21
Jenni K (Tenant)
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Jun 2026
Forbes Place, AB21
This development review is rated 5.0 out of 5.0.
Amazing place to live
The property is well designed, offering a practical and comfortable layout that makes excellent use of the available space. The overall finish and presentation are of a high standard, creating an attractive and welcoming environment. Facilities are well maintained and provide everything needed for convenient day-to-day living. Building management has been professional, responsive and proactive, ensuring that communal areas are kept clean, secure and in good condition. Property management has also been efficient and approachable, dealing with any queries promptly and communicating clearly with residents. The development has been consistently well cared for, and there is a strong sense that both the building and surrounding grounds are maintained to a high standard. Overall, it has been a very positive living experience, combining quality design, good facilities and effective management.
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area offers an excellent range of local shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs, providing plenty of choice for day-to-day needs as well as socialising and dining out. There are also several attractive open spaces, parks and walking routes nearby, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors. Transport links are convenient, with good road connections and access to public transport options that make commuting and travelling straightforward. Living her is very pleasant, with a friendly atmosphere, ample parking availability, reliable bin collections and generally low levels of traffic noise. The area feels safe, well maintained and is a great place to live. I will truly miss living here.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes. All issues that I have required fixing were resolved by management quickly.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Definitely recommend going to the different community social events. They are well planned and a great opportunity to meet your neighbours.
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Forbes Place, AB21
Iainham (Tenant)
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May 2026
Forbes Place, AB21
This development review is rated 5.0 out of 5.0.
My opinion
Properties are well maintained inside and outside communal garden areas are well looked after.
Staff are generally up to date with anything that's going on in the development and keep you updated accordingly.Any issues that arise are again dealt with quickly and efficiently
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Lived here for 8 years it's a great location close to shops and has good access to public transport.Also close to bars and restaurants in Dyce area
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Always been prompt with replies and solutions
Great Service
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Attend when possible social gatherings which staff organise.its a great way to meet your neighbours
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Granary Quay, G11
Guy (Tenant)
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May 2026
Granary Quay, G11
This development review is rated 5.0 out of 5.0.
Great place to live
The building is modern and facilities are fantastic. The staff are very helpful and sort out any problems quickly and efficiently. Communication between staff and tenants is great with lots of information about whats happening and activities that are upcoming.
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Great access to shops and cafes. Train station within 15 mins walk. Clean area with good parking. The gardens are well kept and no anti social behaviour.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
quickly and efficiently when any problems or faults are reported
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The number of Activties offered to residents. Very impressive.
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Granary Quay, G11
Gregor Smith (Tenant)
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May 2026
Granary Quay, G11
This development review is rated 5.0 out of 5.0.
I really like the modern approach, it’s very eloquent and slick
I really like the modern approach, it’s very eloquent and slick. The gym is up there with any decent commercial gym and all the other facilities like the common room are always so clean and well maintained. I like how it caters to all most of all, for example people on there own, families and dog owners.
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
All good for me, the flat, facilities and staff all excellent. The gym is absolutely top tier and the common room is always an area for a nice sit down.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes, for example I remember enquiring about the electric and how one would switch and they were very helpful.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Maybe more info on the app, it’s a great area to plan both social and community events.
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Granary Quay, G11
Rachel & Sam (Tenant)
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May 2026
Granary Quay, G11
This development review is rated 5.0 out of 5.0.
Lovely place to stay
We’ve really enjoyed living at Dandara in Glasgow. The development is modern, well designed and feels very well maintained overall. The facilities are excellent and the communal areas are always kept clean and tidy, which makes a big difference day to day.
The building management team have been professional, responsive and easy to deal with whenever we’ve needed assistance. Property management has also been smooth, with good communication and issues handled efficiently. The apartments themselves are finished to a high standard and the development has a safe, welcoming atmosphere. Overall, it’s been a very positive experience living here and we would happily recommend it to others looking for a quality development in Glasgow
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The local area has a great mix of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and bars, with plenty of options nearby for both everyday essentials and socialising. There are also good open spaces and parks around Glasgow which are nice for walking and relaxing. Public transport links are very convenient, with easy access to buses and train stations, making it straightforward to get around the city and commute when needed.
Living on the street itself has generally been very positive. The area feels safe and well looked after, with regular bin collections and very little anti-social behaviour
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management team have generally been very responsive and professional whenever we’ve raised any issues. Communication has been clear and friendly, and problems have usually been dealt with quickly and efficiently. Maintenance requests and general queries were acknowledged promptly, and the team made an effort to keep residents updated throughout the process. Overall, we’ve found the management to be reliable and helpful, which has contributed positively to our experience living in the development
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
One thing we weren’t fully aware of before moving in was the additional cost for parking. The free parking spaces tend to fill up quite quickly, so paid parking can become necessary depending on your schedule. Aside from that, though, we honestly haven’t had anything major to complain about. Overall, it’s been a really positive experience living here and the development, management and local area have all been great.
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