Johnshaven Travel Guide

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Low tide at the waterfront of the coastal village of Johnshaven, Scotland. The flax industry, sailmaking and fishing have historically been an integral part of the life and economy. #LikeALocal #OnTheRoad
Low tide at the waterfront of the coastal village of Johnshaven, Scotland. The flax industry, sailmaking and fishing have historically been an integral part of the life and economy. #LikeALocal #OnTheRoad
Site of former Johnshaven station, 2002. View eastward from New Road bridge, towards Inverbervie: ex-NBR Montrose - Inverbervie branch. The station was probably behind me: it and the line (parallel to Back Road) were closed to passengers 1/10/51, to goods not until 23/5/66. The track-bed seems to have been restored for recreational purposes.
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Beach near Johnshaven. Near the bushes on the left is the Narrows lime kiln
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View across Johnshaven harbour mouth
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The Anchor Hotel

The Anchor Hotel

3.5 out of 5
NEW ROAD, , JOHNSHAVEN Montrose Scotland
The price is NZ$150 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$150
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Lifeboat House and Johnshaven Harbour ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
The family room offers couples more space. Good excellent and friendly staff

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

The Anchor Hotel
Quaint Cottage In A Small Fishing Village

Quaint Cottage In A Small Fishing Village

johnshaven SCT
Stay at this cottage in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Johnshaven Harbour and The Lifeboat House are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
All very nice

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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Quaint Cottage In A Small Fishing Village
19 Fore Street - Beach view cottage in a quiet coastal village

19 Fore Street - Beach view cottage in a quiet coastal village

Johnshaven SCT
Stay at this beach holiday home in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions The Lifeboat House and Wairds Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Best cottage we’ve stayed in locally, everything we needed to hand Just perfect.

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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19 Fore Street - Beach view cottage in a quiet coastal village
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Quaint Cottage In A Small Fishing Village

Quaint Cottage In A Small Fishing Village

johnshaven SCT
Stay at this cottage in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Johnshaven Harbour and The Lifeboat House are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
All very nice

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Quaint Cottage In A Small Fishing Village
19 Fore Street - Beach view cottage in a quiet coastal village

19 Fore Street - Beach view cottage in a quiet coastal village

Johnshaven SCT
Stay at this beach holiday home in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions The Lifeboat House and Wairds Park are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Best cottage we’ve stayed in locally, everything we needed to hand Just perfect.

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

19 Fore Street - Beach view cottage in a quiet coastal village
2 bedroom accommodation in Johnshaven, near Stonehaven

2 bedroom accommodation in Johnshaven, near Stonehaven

Johnshaven, near Stonehaven
Stay at this cottage in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Johnshaven Harbour and The Lifeboat House are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Fyfie cottage was spotlessly clean and finished to a very high standard.
Fyfie cottage was spotlessly clean and finished to a very high standard. Looking directly onto the harbour and within a 2 minute walk to the local hotel.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

2 bedroom accommodation in Johnshaven, near Stonehaven
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Popular places to visit

Montrose Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Montrose Beach during your travels in Montrose? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Montrose Beach

House of Dun

You can find out about the history of Montrose with a visit to House of Dun. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

House of Dun

Montrose Basin

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Montrose Basin during your travels in Montrose. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Montrose Basin

Dunninald Castle and Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of Dunninald Castle and Gardens and enjoy the golf courses in Montrose. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Dunninald Castle and Gardens

Sands of St Cyrus

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sands of St Cyrus during your trip to Montrose? Stroll along the beaches or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Sands of St Cyrus

St Cyrus National Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit St Cyrus National Nature Reserve during your travels to Montrose. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

St Cyrus National Nature Reserve

Activities

Dunnottar Castle

Aberdeenshire Private Half Day Castle & Historic Building Tour

NZ$794
per adult
Aberdeenshire Private Half Day Castle & Historic Building Tour
Dunnottar Castle

Dunnottar Castle & Royal Lochnagar Distillery Inc Admission fee's

NZ$758
per adult
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Lochnagar Distillery Inc Admission fee's
Dunnottar Castle, Aberdeenshire

Aberdeen & Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group one Day Tour

NZ$1,613
per adult
Aberdeen & Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group one Day Tour
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Cities near Johnshaven

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