AMA Homes Completes Final Phase at Caer Amon

April 16 2012

AMA Homes has completed the final phase of 11 luxuriously modern detached properties at Caer Amon, an exclusive development in the desirable Cramond area to the north west of Edinburgh.  Comprising 76 new homes in total, Caer Amon features a collection of high-specification five- and six-bedroom villas alongside five-bedroom crescent townhouses and spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments.

The 5-bed show home at Caer Amon demonstrates the quality on offer at this stylish development

The homes here all boast state-of-the-art fittings and fixtures of enviable quality, including chic German kitchens, under-floor heating, an intelligent lighting system, a sound system in all the principal rooms and a remote controlled coal-effect fire.  Properties currently available at the development are priced between £725,000 and £1.5 million.

The well sought-after area Cramond offers a peaceful location close to the coast yet is within easy reach of the capital, Edinburgh International Airport and the major road links to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Fife.

This phase of new homes in Edinburgh will be most attractive to house-hunters wishing for a large family home and to executives looking to find a property that offers a rural lifestyle but is still close to the heart of Edinburgh and all of its work and leisure opportunities.

Visitors to the development’s five-bedroom show home are welcome from Thursday to Monday between 11am and 5pm.

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CALA Unveils Plans for New Edinburgh Developments

June 15 2011

CALA Homes has started construction work at two new Edinburgh developments.  The first phase of homes at both sites, which are situated in Balerno and Corstophine, is now available to buy off-plan.

House hunters looking for a luxury property in Balerno should get their skates on as one of the three five-bedroom houses being built at The Paddock has already been reserved.  The development’s name is derived from the adjacent riding stable and complex owned by Ravelrig Riding for the Disabled.  The charity applied for joint planning permission along with CALA Homes and now enjoys a more secure future as well as the opportunity to create a new indoor riding centre.  Prices at The Paddock start from £775,000 and work is due to be completed by the end of this year.

Meanwhile, CALA Homes has plans for 20 detached four- and five-bedroom properties at its Queen Margaret Grove development in Corstorphine.  The first phase at the development, which is situated on the site of the former Queen Margaret University in the west of the city, is set to be finished in December 2011.  The homes types here will be taken from the company’s prestigious Signature range, while the development’s landscape will make the most of the mature trees on the grounds.  A sales office has recently been launched at Queen Margaret Grove and prices here start from £495,000.

In addition, CALA Homes has announced that work will begin on a further development in the capital later in the year.  Sales at the Trinity Park site, located off Ferry Road will be launched in autumn, while the first homes are due for completion in 2012.

The Paddock from CALA Homes

The 'Ranald' is one of the 5-bed house types available at its exclusive The Paddock development, just launched, from £775,000

“CALA understands that there is strong demand for detached family new homes in Edinburgh and the surrounding areas, and we have a strong track-record developing quality, spacious homes for this market,” says Sarah Stanger, sales and marketing director at CALA Homes (East). “These developments offer a great opportunity to provide homes in highly desirable areas and we are already experiencing a high level of demand following the release of both of these developments this month.”

 

by Maria Brett

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New Properties on the Market in Scotland’s University Cities

June 13 2011

With summer having (supposedly) made an appearance, many of Scotland’s teenagers will be dreaming about heading off to university for the first time or leaving halls of residence to find their own pad.  The thought of finding a quality home to rent can be daunting but, in recent years, a trend has begun to emerge whereby parents decide to find a property to invest in for their child to live in during their university career.

Vision from Stewart Milne Homes

Prices start at £162,995 for a high-specification 2-bed apartment at Stewart Milne Homes' Vision scheme in Aberdeen

Not only could this save money by lowering monthly outgoings paid for rent, but it could also earn parents a bit extra cash by renting out a second bedroom to a flat mate.  In the long term, rising house prices may result in the property being sold on at a profit when the student graduates and moves on.

The benefits of buying new-build homes are many, but perhaps one of the best for a parent is that everything is brand new so there will be no calls home demanding cash for the expensive repair bills that can come with an older property.  There are lots of new-build homes in Scotland‘s university cities that would be ideal for student life and that won’t break the bank of mum and dad.

The Vision development by Stewart Milne Homes is situated near the Mugiemoss area of Aberdeen and offers two apartment styles that are perfect for those starting out.  Both the ‘Pirie’ and the ‘Spence’ have two bedrooms and are priced from £162,995. Each apartment has a kitchen/breakfast room with built-in appliances (so there will be no need to bring washing home at the weekend!), bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, door-entry system and plenty of storage.

CALA Homes‘ Grovewood Hill development in Edinburgh offers a choice of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments priced from £165,000. The apartments are situated in the west of the city and boast a high internal specification that includes Siemens kitchen appliances and bathroom tiling from Porcelanosa. The open-plan design gives a contemporary feel while the separate utility room and fitted wardrobes to the bedrooms offer plenty of storage space.

Gainsborough Court from Mactaggart & Mickel

Buyers have a great choice of property types at Gainsborough Court in Glasgow from Mactaggart & Mickel

With its Kelvindale postcode, Mactaggart & Mickel‘s Gainsborough Court development is conveniently located for students attending any of Glasgow’s three universities. Sixty-two properties priced from £234,495 make up the development, which has a number of homes to suit students including two- and three-bedroom apartments; two-, three- and four-bedroom duplex apartments, and four-bedroom townhouses. The properties all feature roomy lounges, en-suite facilities to the master bedroom and fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms.

Taylor Wimpey‘s Stirling Bridge development has been designed with first time buyers in mind.  Prices start at just £85,000 and the starter homes include a collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments as well as two- and three-bedroom semi-detached homes.

A new development in Dundee is currently on the market through Thornton’s Property Services.  McVicars Lane on the city’s Perth Road is well placed for reaching either of Dundee’s two university campuses and features two- and three-bedroom apartments priced from £174,950 as well as boasting a selection of luxury penthouses.

by Maria Brett

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Mactaggart & Mickel Win Top Awards

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 wins Scottish Home Awards 2011

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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Planning Approval Granted for New Edinburgh Development

June 8 2011

Planning approval has been granted for new development of homes at the former Trinity Park House site in the north of Edinburgh city centre.  The CALA Homes development will comprise 81 new properties on the six-acre Trinity Park site, taking inspiration from the capital’s rich architectural heritage and making the most of the impressive walled gardens, which are to be retained.

Trinity Park from CALA Homes

CGI of Trinity Park in Edinburgh, where the first homes are expected to be available in Spring 2012, priced from £300,000

“This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to create a residential development which applies a modern take on the city’s classic Georgian architecture,” says Gillian Tait, development manager for CALA Homes. “We have taken the best of space and scope of traditional building design, with classic facades and high-proportioned doors and ceilings, and combined it with all the advantages of contemporary living – such as modern kitchens, en-suite bathrooms and open-plan living space. The development layout represents the nature of the walled garden and enhances the existing mature landscape.”

That landscape is set to be completed by a collection of apartments along with semi-detached, terraced and mews houses, which will all be situated within the tree-lined grounds. A considerable number of the house types on offer at Trinity Park have been designed with family living in mind, a feature that CALA Homes has traditionally championed, yet which remains uncommon in many city centre developments.

Hutton Apartments at East Fettes from CALA Homes

There is still availability at CALA Homes' East Fettes scheme in central Edinburgh, with properties priced from £205,000 at the Hutton Apartments phase

Kevin Whitaker, managing director of CALA Homes (East), comments: “CALA’s proposals reflect the need for high-quality family homes in the area, with the new-build design incorporating garages, en-suites and large family areas within a traditional exterior layout. CALA has a strong track record in developing high-quality family homes in the Trinity area, with recent developments in East Fettes selling well and Pavilion in Inverleith having sold out in spring 2010. Opportunities like Trinity Park House do not come along too often in Edinburgh, and it is further proof that the city can continue to be an attractive and desirable location.”

Construction on these new homes in Scotland‘s capital is due to start in summer of this year, with the first homes expected to be completed in spring 2012. CALA Homes has announced prices at Trinity Park will range from £300,000 to £950,000.

House hunters looking to move to a central Edinburgh location sooner should check out the Hutton Apartments phase of CALA Homes’ East Fettes development, which has one-, two- and three-bedroom properties priced from £205,000 to £695,000.  Additionally, there remains one two-bedroom home available at the Maxwell Apartments phase, with a price tag of £325,000.

by Maria Brett

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CALA Launches Two New Show Homes at Ratho

May 18 2011

CALA Homes’ The Mooring development is enjoying a huge level of success with over 100 potential buyers visiting its two new show rooms on the weekend they were unveiled.   The two brand new show houses have won the acclaim of many house hunters interested in the waterside development in Ratho.  Carol Yates of Amabile Design has creatively designed the interiors of both show homes to give visitors inspiration and allow them to see the homes laid out for living.

Having already sold most of the existing properties at the development, CALA Homes took the decision to release the new phase at the site. One home from the initial phase does remain on the market, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom ‘Arthur’ design semi-detached house priced at £265,000 with Stamp Duty paid. CALA Homes is also offering part exchange on this property.

The Mooring from CALA Homes

With interior design by Carol Yates of Amabile Design, the new show houses have impressed visitors to The Mooring since they were released a short while ago

Sarah Stanger, sales and marketing director, at CALA Homes (East) says: “Our development at The Mooring, Ratho has generated a substantial amount of interest from buyers enticed by its stunning location and high quality homes. We have released additional properties to meet demand and are confident that The Mooring will be an asset to Ratho and the surrounding areas.”

She goes on to say: “With leading schools on its doorstep, including Ratho Primary and Balerno High School, we have seen a great deal of interest from families looking for a spacious new home in a highly desirable area. As with all CALA developments, the attention to detail will be impeccable, with high-quality fittings and finishes throughout.”

Both of the new show homes are detached four-bedroom family homes with a family bathroom and en-suite facilities to two bedrooms.  The ‘Cleland’ house type is priced from £385,000 and boasts a roomy kitchen/dining area that leads out to a deck in the rear garden, a separate utility room and a large living room.

This development of new homes in Scotland is located just a few miles to the west of Edinburgh in the charming village of Ratho. The Moorings will feature an impressive canal basin at its heart and will comprise a range of detached, terrace and townhouse home designs, with prices starting from £265,000 for the available properties. The sales office and new show homes at The Mooring are open from 11.30am to 5.30pm daily.

by Maria Brett

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Something for Everyone in Edinburgh

May 9 2011

Edinburgh is renowned around the world for its cosmopolitan way of life but the city’s diverse atmosphere comes as much from its geography as its people. Being a relatively small city, you’re never too from the city centre and whether you enjoy the hustle and bustle of city life, the tranquillity of large green areas or a mixture of both, the capital’s four main districts has something for almost anyone searching for new homes in Edinburgh.

East Fettes from CALA Homes

With £20,000 off selected plots in May, it could be the right time to buy a new luxury apartment at CALA Homes' East Fettes

Situated to the north of city, CALA Homes‘ East Fettes development enjoys a leafy setting in Inverleith. The development features a collection stylish, contemporary two- and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses complete with high-specification finishes.  Prices start from £205,000 and many of the properties feature extras such as a utility room off the kitchen, built-in wardrobes and en-suite facilities. A discount of £20,000 on selected plots is currently being offered until the end of May.

With apartments starting from £122,995, Barratt Homes‘ Salisbury Court is an attractive option for first time buyers looking to find a property at an affordable price in Edinburgh.  The development is located on Hawkhill Avenue to the east of the city and is within walking distance of the Ocean Terminal shopping centre. The collection of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments boast en-suite facilities, large open-plan kitchen/dining rooms and secure underground parking.

Quartermile from Gladedale Capital

Old and new combine at Gladedale Capital's landmark Quartermile scheme, where prices start at £190,000

For house hunters who want to be a bit closer to the action, the popular Quartermile development by Gladedale Capital can be found on the old Royal Infirmary site in the heart of the city. The development comprises a mixture of converted Victorian buildings as well as some new-build properties. Prices start from £190,000 for a one-bedroom apartment with a contemporary layout of open-plan lounge and kitchen.  Other features include a separate utility room and built-in wardrobes in the bedroom. Residents at Quartermile can have their cake and eat it as the city centre is so close yet The Meadows park is just a stone’s throw away.

The affluent area of Craiglockhart to the south of Edinburgh is home to Miller Homes’ Graysmill Gait development.  The district enjoys large green areas and plenty of walkways for taking some time out from the hectic city lifestyle.  Graysmill Gail offers a collection of luxury five-bedroom detached properties with an open-plan kitchen/breakfasting/family room as the hub of the home, a separate dining room, drawing room, utility room, dressing room to the master bedroom suite and three en-suite shower rooms, one of which also has a bath.  Prices start at £765,000 and a double garage is also included.  Buyers who reserve a home at this scheme before 22nd May 2011 will enjoy the added bonus of having their energy bills paid for a year after they’ve moved in.

by Maria Brett

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Stewart Milne Homes Offers Buyers New Incentive Worth £5000

May 4 2011

Stewart Milne Homes has recently launched a enticing incentive that house hunters considering new homes in Scotland will find difficult to resist. Throughout May, the award winning house builder is offering new home buyers a personal interior design consultation from John Lewis to style the room of their choice, plus a £5,000 to spend in store to turn their ideas into a stunning lounge, kitchen, bedroom or even bathroom.

Greenwood Manor be Stewart Milne Homes

The interiors of show homes, like this one at Greenwood Manor in Newton Mearns, could be a great inspiration to buyers benefitting from the voucher offer this month

Buyers can choose to trust the interior designer completely or to work together with them to create a room that reflects their personal tastes and puts their own unique stamp on the property.

The promotion is available on selected plots at all Stewart Milne developments across Central Scotland.  The range of homes included in the offer has something to suit everyone, from two-bedroom apartments at Parkside in Shawlands, to large detached villas at developments such as Hopefield View in Bonnyrigg and Greenwood Manor, Newton Mearns.

Hopefield View from Stewart Milne Homes

There's a range of home types available at Hopefield View in Bonnyrigg from £205,000

The promotion has been inspired by the popularity of the company’s show homes. Those taking advantage of the offer will be able to recreate the professional look in their own homes. House hunters in the region can visit the show homes at Stewart Milne Homes’ new-build property developments in Scotland from 10.30am to 5.30pm or at any other time, by special arrangement.

“New homes provide a great blank canvas for buyers to make their own,”says Marlyn Boal, sales director for Stewart Milne Homes Central Scotland. “However, when it comes to it, many of us could use a little help to get the creative juices flowing and achieve the look we’re after. This package is designed to do just that.

“Having one space styled by an expert will undoubtedly inspire ideas for the rest of the home, while providing handy tips on how to make the most of each brand new space. With £5,000 to spend in John Lewis, homeowners can put these plans into action straight away and have their very own oasis of style complete in time for summer.”

by Maria Brett

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Bellway Homes Launches Development Fit for a King

May 4 2011

William and Kate’s big day, when the happy couple were also awarded their new titles of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, may have been all over the news last Saturday but that wasn’t the only event of note to take place last weekend.  On Saturday 30th April Bellway Homes launched the much anticipated Duchess Park Phase II in Dalkeith, Midlothian. Fit for a king – and queen! – this development of new homes in Scotland has been looked forward to by house buyers in the area after the success enjoyed by Phase I.

Duchess Park from Bellway Homes

The 'Eden' 3-bed semi-detached home at Duchess Park Phase II in Dalkeith offers off-road parking and en suite facilities to the master bedroom for £183,995, from Bellway Homes

“Duchess Park Phase I consistently performed for us because it was the perfect marriage of excellent value-for-money homes within a great location,” said Fraser Conn, sales and marketing director at Bellway Homes. “We’re expecting the same success for Phase II, as we’ve already had a healthy level of interest ahead of the launch, indicating the development is about to enjoy a honeymoon period of its own!”

Phase II at Duchess Park consists of a collection of contemporary three- and four-bedroom semi-detached and detached homes situated off Dalkeith’s Salter Road. Prices start at £183,995 and the homes here are perfect for prospective buyers with a family or those needing space for guests or working from home.  The recently opened Dalkeith Community Campus houses both Dalkeith and St David’s RC High Schools and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, making it a significant attraction for families moving to the area.

Dalkeith also boasts a large country park where outdoor pursuits such as hiking or cycling can be enjoyed, while children will adore exploring the adventure playground. A castle dating back to the 12th century also adds to the town’s character and visitors are welcome to look around. Other amenities within Dalkeith include a good mix of high street names and independent stores to meet most everyday needs.

Homebuyers hoping to find a property within easy commuting distance of the capital will be happy at Duchess Park Phase II, with Edinburgh city centre around 20 minutes’ drive away and easily accessible via public transport.

by Keith Osborne

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Edinburgh Based Workers have the Pick of Commuter Towns

March 23 2011

According to the last census, around 85,000 people regularly commute from towns and villages around Edinburgh to work in the city. While many people love the convenience of living close to their workplace, for others new homes for sale in Edinburgh hold little appeal and it is preferable instead to find a property away from the hustle and bustle of city life and commute.

The reasons for this are numerous and include remaining close to family and friends, preferring to live in a rural area to raise children and enjoy the open air and the general belief that it is possible to get more for your money outwith a major city. Many new-build developments in areas such as Fife, Lothian and the Borders offer a chance to live away from the hectic city yet are within an hour’s drive of the Scottish capital.

Woodmill Gardens from Stewart Milne Homes

Woodmill Gardens in Dunfermline from Stewart Milne Homes comprises a range of property types, a perfect place from which to commute to Edinburgh in under an hour

Situated in Dunfermline, Woodmill Gardens offers a collection of two-bedroom apartments and three-, four- and five-bedroom detached houses. Its motorway and rail links to Edinburgh make the development a handy choice for commuters. Features on this Stewart Milne Homes scheme include utility rooms, French doors leading out into the rear garden, appealing bay windows in the living room and a master bedroom with en-suite facilities and a walk-in wardrobe. Just one house type remains for sale at this popular development, The ‘Newburgh’ four-bedroom detached villa design, which is priced at £235,000.

Only a handful properties remain available at the David Wilson Homes Barbachlaw development in Wallyford, Musselburgh. Priced from £249,995, the home styles here have been designed with family living in mind. Features on some of the last few properties include open-plan kitchen/breakfasting areas, utility rooms, studies, a dressing room to the master bedroom suite and a double garage. The coastal town provides a gorgeously scenic location to enjoy the weekend in yet still be close to the city for the Monday to Friday commute.

Forest Park from CALA Homes

Forest Park is an exclusive development of luxury homes in Peebles from CALA Homes, priced from £685,000

CALA Homes‘ Forest Park development in Peebles has a luxurious selection of four- and five-bedroom family homes on offer. Nestled in the Tweed Valley, the area has a peaceful feel to it and is renowned for the quality of its salmon fishing, yet it’s just around a 50 minute drive from Edinburgh’s city centre. The generously proportioned homes at Forest Park start from £685,000, with features including dressing rooms, en-suites, conservatories, landscaped gardens and spacious open-plan family living areas.

Barratt Homes has recently launched The Beeches in Kirkliston, a new development of three- to six- bedroom properties priced from £229,995. Among the range of house types on offer at the development, highlights include the open-plan living/dining area that is perfect for everyday family life and informal entertaining, en-suite facilities to the master bedroom, the luxury of a dressing room to some master bedroom suites and integral garages.

Miller Homes’ Liberty Park in Wester Inch at Bathgate forms part of a new village development situated on the outskirts of the historic market town. Prices at the scheme start at £117,995 for a two-bedroom apartment with parking space. A new primary school has recently been built for children living in the village,  and families moving to the area can make the most of the sense of community that is quickly developing. A 24-hour supermarket close by, as well as a railway station and nearby motorway links, make Wester Inch a great option for commuters with busy family lifestyles.

by Maria Brett

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