May 9 2012
Ayrshire has always been popular with homebuyers and with the recently completed M77 road link significantly reducing the commute to Glasgow, this shows little sign of changing. House hunters looking to find a property in the west of Scotland won’t be disappointed by the selection of new homes on offer in the area.
Among the current choice of new-build properties for sale in Ayrshire is Barratt Homes‘ Grangewood development in Kilwinning. First-time buyers, growing families and downsizers are all catered for in this collection of two- and three-bedroom houses and four-bedroom townhouses. Each home has a contemporary design and prices range from £155,995 for a three-bedroom end terrace property to £176,995 for a four-bedroom townhouse with breakfasting kitchen and a garage. Families will be pleased to find a good choice of both primary and secondary schools nearby.
Situated around 15 miles east of Ayr, Cherrytrees in Cumnock is a Stewart Milne Homes development with a luxurious character. Boasting an excellent specification, this development of four- and five-bedroom homes is sure to impress. Two house types are currently available at Cherrytrees, including the four-bedroom ‘Thorntonhall’, which is priced from £249,995 and features a separate lounge and formal dining room as well as an open plan kitchen/family/dining area with French doors leading to the rear garden. Two en-suite bedrooms and a ‘bonus room’ which would make a great den or playroom make this perfect for family life.
Cherrytrees in Cumnock provides some luxury property types, priced from £249,995 from Stewart Milne Homes
For those with larger families or who want space for a home office, the five-bedroom ‘Eddleston’ is priced from £266,500. The kitchen/breakfast room is flanked by a family room on one side and formal dining room on the other, both of which provide access to the garden. The master bedroom boasts the luxury of walk-in wardrobes in addition to an en suite.
Buyers on a tighter budget will appreciate the range of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes priced from £96,995 to £204,995 at The Ivy in Kilmarnock. Properties at the Persimmon Homes development include the ‘Stronnach’ apartment, a stylish home that has a lounge with bay window, separate kitchen, two bedrooms and bathroom, with private parking included. At the other end of the scale, the ‘Wexford’ is a four-bedroom detached house with dining room, study and a master bedroom with en suite and fitted wardrobes.
Ladykirk Place is a David Wilson Homes development in Monkton on the outskirts of Prestwick. Six different styles of three-, four- and five-bedroom properties are still available here with prices starting from £156,995 for a three-bedroom semi-detached home. The house builder’s usual high standard specification can be seen throughout the development and in features such as a private garage, en-suites and gardens. The tranquil countryside setting provides a rural feel despite the proximity of these new homes in Scotland to Prestwick and the amenities the town has to offer.
by Maria Brett
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Posted by mariabrett
April 18 2012
The unveiling of Manor Kingdom‘s new show home at Kip Village in Inverkip demonstrates the developer’s commitment to quality. House hunters are urged to visit the brand new ‘Earl’ show home, a three-bedroom property that has been stylishly decorated to display the high level of finish buyers can expect in a Manor Kingdom home.
The new show home’s ground floor comprises an entrance hall, modern fully fitted kitchen including integrated appliances, a separate dining area with doors leading to the rear garden, a roomy lounge and a cloakroom. Heading upstairs, visitors will find the master bedroom, complete with fitted wardrobes, en-suite and balcony, two further good sized bedrooms and a contemporary family bathroom.
The new 'Earl' show home is now open at Kip Village from Manor Kingdom Homes an entrance hall, contemporary, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, separate dining area leading to the rear garden, spacious lounge and a cloakroom. Upstairs are a modern family bathroom, the master bedroom with stylish fitted wardrobes, en suite and balcony, and two more well-proportioned bedrooms. an entrance hall, contemporary, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, separate dining area leading to the rear garden, spacious lounge and a cloakroom. Upstairs are a modern family bathroom, the master bedroom with stylish fitted wardrobes, en suite and balcony, and two more well-proportioned bedrooms.an entrance hall, contemporary, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, separate dining area leading to the rear garden, spacious lounge and a cloakroom. Upstairs are a modern family bathroom, the master bedroom with stylish fitted wardrobes, en suite and balcony, and two more well-proportioned bedrooms.
There is a range of two-, three-, four- and five-bedroom homes available to buy at Kip Village and prices start from £158,000. The show home and marketing suite for these new homes in Scotland are open Thursday to Monday from 11am till 5pm, so there is ample time for people interested to find a property here to visit.
Margaret Davidson, sales manager at Manor Kingdom Homes says: “Homebuyers looking for a new property in Inverkip really should come down to the development. The homes available at Kip Village are ideal for a variety of different purchasers, from those looking to upscale to a larger home to those looking to downsize to a more manageable property. We have something to suit everyone here!”
The development has a choice of excellent schools nearby as well as established transport links, including the A78 which provides easy access to both Inverkip railway station and Glasgow Airport. Greenock and Gourock are situated just a few miles away and offer a host of shopping, leisure and healthcare facilities. Commuters would be well placed with Glasgow around 30 miles away.
by What New Homes team
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Posted by mariabrett
April 3 2012
Taylor Wimpey is using the power of great interior design to wow potential buyers at its Violet Wynd development. Two new show homes have recently been unveiled at the development of new homes in Paisley and designers have taken care to appeal to different tastes with both contemporary and more traditional styles on display. The ‘Andrew’ and ‘Balfour’ house types have two and three bedrooms respectively and are geared towards first-time buyers, growing families and those looking to downsize from larger, older properties.
Two new show homes demonstrate what can be done with one of the appealing new properties on sale at Violet Wynd
Violet Wynd can be found on the corner of Lacy Street and Cyril Street and comprises a collection of 41 properties, with both apartments and houses for sale. Prices start from £110,000 for a two-bedroom apartment, while two- and three-bedroom terraced and semi-detached houses are priced from £122,000. First time buyers can take advantage of Taylor Wimpey‘s 85%/15% shared equity scheme and part exchange is available on selected properties for buyers with a home to sell.
Kirsty McGill, sales manager for Taylor Wimpey West Scotland, says, “Our two show homes are really worth a visit, whether you’re looking for your first step onto the property ladder, or indeed looking to move down the ladder and release equity to enjoy the finer things in life. Violet Wynd shows that you really don’t have to miss out on space and style if you choose a new home here.”
Excellent public transport and road links make Violet Wynd a popular choice for commuters, with two nearby train stations providing regular services to Glasgow and Greenock. Local amenities include several golf courses and a leisure centre. The development is also not far away from Braehead and its array of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.
House hunters interested in learning more about the homes and incentives available can visit the development from Thursday to Monday, 11.00am to 5.30pm.
by What New Homes team
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Posted by mariabrett
November 2 2011
Energy Saving Week (24th to 28th October 2011), has provided a focus for McCarthy & Stone‘s latest research, which shows that owners of older properties could be paying a lot more for their heat and light than owners of one of their new-build retirement apartments. The company is the UK market leader in new retirement properties ,with over 200 plus developments across the UK.
The stark finding of the independent research commissioned by the company is that owners of older properties could be spending nearly three times more on their energy bills than those who live in a brand new McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment. By comparing the estimated fuel bills for two properties — a new-build McCarthy & Stone apartment and a traditional, early 1900s semi-detached house — it transpires that the older property cost an estimated £1,408 compared to £525 for the new home — almost £900 a year, or £18 per week more!
Anne and Peter Hansen's energy bills dropped more than 70% after moving into a new-build retirement property from McCarthy & Stone
18 months ago savvy McCarthy & Stone home owners Peter and Anne Hansen downsized from their two-bedroom cottage to a retirement living apartment at a McCarthy & Stone development. Since then, they report a 70% saving on their annual fuel costs. Says Peter: “Our new apartment is consistently warm, even when we return from holiday, and we’ve had no heating on whilst we’ve been away.”
At the onset of Autumn, as fuel prices spiral, energy efficiency is a major issue. Fortunately, it is one of a number of important benefits buying a new-build McCarthy & Stone retirement property ensures.
Suzanne McElhiney, marketing manager from McCarthy & Stone in Scotland explains: “Rising energy prices are a concern for everyone but the over 60s are particularly vulnerable to hikes in fuel bills,” she says. “ By moving to a McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment, homeowners can benefit from a range of energy-saving features as standard, such as double glazed windows and patio doors throughout, wall insulation, energy-efficient heating and low-energy light bulbs. Just like Mr and Mrs Hansen, we’ve proved that these features ensure dramatically reduced fuel bills in our modern retirement apartments .”
The company is currently selling a range of one- and two-bedroom apartments at its new-build retirement developments in Scotland and across the whole of the UK.
by What New Homes team
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Posted by annemcdonald
October 20 2011
Homebuyers can celebrate Christmas with a new apartment AND some cash savings, at the Foundry, part of the £200 million Springside development of new homes in Edinburgh. Developer Grosvenor is offering to pay the Stamp Duty and legal fees of up to £750 to those reserving an apartment at Springside by the end of this month, providing that the deal is completed by Christmas Eve.
With a terrific range of property for sale at Springside, ranging from one-bedroom apartments costing £160,000 to three-bedroom homes for £410,000, the scheme will appeal to all types of purchasers including first-time buyers, growing families and downsizers.
High-specification interiors are standard in all the properties at Springside in Edinburgh, from developer Grosvenor
Set in eight acres of landscaped grounds, Springside will feature 600 new homes, along with offices and shops with easy access to Edinburgh city centre shopping and the business district. The Foundry has a selection of high-specification contemporary one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments on offer, all featuring bespoke fitted kitchens with SMEG appliances, underfloor heating, solid oak flooring and secure underground parking.
“We wanted to continue the momentum of our sales launch by offering buyers an early Christmas present, making a move to Springside possible in the next couple of months,” says Robin Blacklock, senior development manager with Grosvenor. “The Foundry looks set to become the next chapter in the successful story of Fountainbridge’s regeneration at Springside. Its location is ideal for Edinburgh’s financial and business centres, with easy access to all main travel links.”
Grosvenor has opened a show apartment designed by Cate Warren Interiors that reflects the industrial legacy of Springside, which is open from 11.00am to 7.00pm on Thursday and 11.00am to 5.30pm Friday to Monday. The home’s imaginative decoration features wall art with archive images of Fountainbridge’s iconic rubber factory alongside Philippe Starck furnishings.
by What New Homes team
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Posted by annemcdonald
October 17 2011
Taylor Wimpey East Scotland is hoping to meet demand from house hunters in the region with a range of homes at four new developments. Featuring a total of 277 homes, the company is presenting buyers with an impressive range of property styles that will appeal to a mixture of first-time buyers, families or downsizers. In order to make the buying process easier and more affordable, Taylor Wimpey will offer its assistance schemes for those buying their first home or moving from an existing property.
These four new developments brings the company’s East Scotland portfolio to 20 active sites, between them offering customers a superb choice of location, house type and price. The new homes schemes just announced are:
- Abbey Grange - Taylor Wimpey’s first venture at the east coast fishing town features 50 three- and four-bedroom homes priced here from £169,750;
- Redmond Brae - This development of 47 two-, three- and four-bedroom homes in Kelty, Fife opened just last month;
- Ferrier Path - Part of the £200 million Armadale Station Community Development, this scheme features 81 homes with two to five bedrooms;
- Ochil Gardens - Located in Alloa, this developement will provide 49 three- and four-bedroom homes and is scheduled to open this month.
Taylor Wimpey are commited to providing a fantastic range of family homes in the east of Scotland.
Karen Armstrong, Sales and Marketing Director for Taylor Wimpey East Scotland, says: “Whether you’re looking to move up or down the ladder, I’m sure we’ll have the location and home for you. Introducing four new developments at this time demonstrates our continued commitment to providing a fantastic range of family homes in locations across the region.”
These developments of new homes in Scotland are usually open from Thursday to Monday, from 10.00am to 5.30pm, giving prospective buyers a chance to check out the site and property types being offered and also to discuss their options with the Taylor Wimpey team.
by What New Homes team
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Posted by annemcdonald
June 13 2011
The Scottish Home Awards 2011 took place last week with a gala dinner at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Mactaggart & Mickel‘s impressive collection of new homes for sale in Scotland‘s central belt and west coast helped the company fight fierce competition to claim not only the prize for Small Housebuilder of the Year, but also the coveted Housebuilder of the Year Award.
A reversal of financial fortunes – the housebuilder made a huge leap from loss to profit by £7.8 million in the previous financial year – and a well-planned diversification into other related areas such as commercial property and timber systems were just two of the reasons MacTaggart & Mickel deserved to win according to the judging panel, which was made up of experts from a wide range of house building disciplines.
Mactaggart & Mickel's Management Accountant Lynsey Bell and Marketing Manager Jenny Harvie, with their 2 housebuilder awards, are flanked by hosts Dougie Vipond and Catriona Shearer at the Scottish Home Awards 2011
“It is always gratifying to be recognised for your efforts, particularly by our peers in the property industry, and we’re delighted to have won these awards,” said Joanne Casey, sales and marketing director at Mactaggart & Mickel Homes. “This prestigious accolade will be a welcome boost for the entire Mactaggart & Mickel team right across our business, from our office based employees to our on-site workforce, not forgetting our suppliers and customers.”
Mactaggart & Mickel currently has a number of developments on the go in Scotland with properties available. Meadow Belles in Mauchline, 11 miles east of Ayr has two new show homes for potential buyers to view. The development will comprise 38 homes in a variety of sizes and styles, with prices starting at £169,495 for a two-bedroom bungalow.
Situated in the Blackhall area of Edinburgh, Hillpark includes a collection of apartments and townhouses perfect for city living. The final phase of homes has just been released at the development, where prices start from £280,000 for a two-bedroom apartment or £395,000 for a four-bedroom townhouse.
The Campsie Hills provide a dramatic backdrop for the Campsie Village development. Located just 12 miles to the north of Glasgow, this development is ideal for commuters who prefer to live in a tranquil environment. Prices here start at £195,945.
by Keith Osborne
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Posted by mariabrett
April 15 2011
Award-winning house builder Mactaggart & Mickel is offering buyers looking to find a property in Scotland something a little different at its Meadow Belles development in Mauchline, East Ayrshire. For some time, seen as perhaps a bit outdated, the bungalow is making a comeback as a chic and practical choice of home type. Meadow Belles boasts 38 new homes and comprises a collection of three bungalow styles alongside a range of three- and four-bedroom villas.
“It is quite unusual to see bungalows in a new-build development but we included them at Meadow Belles in response to customer demand,” says Joanne Casey, sales and marketing director at Mactaggart & Mickel Homes. “Traditionally thought of as a house type for older residents, they also offer great value for money and a very practical layout for a family home.”
The Erickay 2-bed bungalow costs just £169,495 at Mactaggart & Mickels Meadow Belles development in Mauchline
Couples and those considering downsizing may well be interested in the two-bedroom ‘Eriskay’ bungalow, with its bright and airy rooms. The master bedroom boasts an attractive bay window overlooking the front garden and the modern kitchen/dining area is well proportioned and will suit every type of buyer. At £169,495, a garage is also included.
Both the lounge and the kitchen/family room feature French doors to the rear garden in the ‘Westray’ home type, priced from £182,475. This really comes into its own in the warm summer weather when the doors can be thrown open. Other features of this three-bedroom homes include en-suite facilities to the master bedroom and an integral garage.
The ‘Easdale’ is the largest bungalow design at the scheme, with a spacious lounge, kitchen/breakfast room and the added bonus of a separate dining room allowing plenty of space for entertaining. This bungalow is priced from £228,954 and all three bedrooms come with fitted wardrobes. The master also has its own elegant en-suite shower room.
The development is ideal for house hunters looking for the best of both worlds. Mauchline and the local area are steeped in history and there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the scenic landscapes. Add to that a collection of world famous golf courses including Turnberry and Royal Troon and as the fact that major towns in the area are easily accessible. Both Ayr and Kilmarnock can be reached within 20 minutes by car and Glasgow city centre is only a 45 minute drive away. Good rail links can also be found nearby.
The Meadow Belles sales office is open Thursday to Monday every week, 11am to 5pm and Mactaggart & Mickel’s knowledgeable team is available there to discuss the development and the various property types on offer.
by Maria Brett
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