Elegant living’s a fourgone conclusion with Queensberry Properties
Queensberry Properties is bucking the trend and heating up the housing market this winter with the launch of no less than four striking new developments, further extending its east coast portfolio.
While the end of the year is traditionally a time when the housing market begins to slow down, particularly under the challenging circumstances of recent years, Queensberry Properties is clearly breaking with tradition.
Hazel Davies, sales and marketing manager on behalf of Queensberry Properties, says: “I think the market has been through such a monumental shift over the last few years that previous trends and buying behaviours have changed significantly in response to this. We’re certainly noticing a difference. We’re finding sustained pockets of interest, due to a need for new homes in specific locations, no matter what the time of year.
“Our latest developments, in Dalkeith, Cousland and two in Edinburgh, are in areas where there is clear evidence that demand for quality, new homes still exists. So we were eager to push forward with bringing each development to market in order to satisfy that requirement.”
Situated on the edge of Dalkeith, within the growing community of Wester Cowden, Woodland Grange offers a choice of two and three-bedroom terraced, semi-detached and detached homes.
Ideal for the first-time buyer or young families, further adding to the appeal of Woodland Grange is a limited selection of properties available under the ‘New Supply Shared Equity (NSSE) with Developer’s initiative, which is a Scottish Government run shared equity scheme.
Under NSSE, the Government and the developer share the purchasing cost of a property with the buyer. For first time buyers this means that they don’t have to fund the whole cost of their new home, only a minimum of 60%. They still own 100% of the property from the outset, with up to 40% funded equally between the Government and the builder through an interest-free loan for up to 10 years. For buyers at Woodland Grange, this means that a new home can be secured from as little as £82,500 with NSSE.
Surrounded by woodland, walkways and cycle paths, Woodland Grange is located on former farmland belonging to the Duke of Buccleuch’s estate. Today, the area is well serviced by all the necessities of modern living, from nearby supermarkets to the Dalkeith Community Schools Campus, which is within walking distance of the development.
The close proximity of the A68 means that the capital is a less than a 20-minute drive away, providing a realistic commute for those who have to work in the city, but want to live within a peaceful suburban setting.
Only a short drive from Woodland Grange is Queensberry Properties’ second offering. Located in an elevated position within the picturesque village of Cousland, only seven miles south east of Edinburgh, the development will provide an exclusive collection of just 13 four-bedroom detached and link detached homes.
Surrounded by open countryside, with outlooks towards the Firth of Forth, Queensberry has ensured that the choice of homes make the most of their scenic backdrop. Almost all of the properties will benefit from striking views, with feature floor-to-ceiling windows to enable residents to take advantage of their pleasing vistas. Prices at the development will be released shortly.
Cousland has a rich historic past, including Cousland Castle and Cousland Smiddy, founded circa 1703 and still in operation today. The village has an active community life, with many clubs and events held within the village hall. There is also a local primary school, with secondary education provided at nearby Dalkeith. The village is easily reached by good road links, via the A68, A1 and A720, which also offer access to the city centre and much of Midlothian and beyond.
Heading in to Edinburgh is Queensberry’s third and fourth developments. Firstly, situated off Dinmont Drive on the south side of the city, is a development offering a contemporary mix of 21, one and two-bedroom apartments.
Located in close proximity to The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, the University of Edinburgh’s King’s Building campus and Cameron Toll Shopping Centre, the development provides easy access into the centre of the Capital and will appeal to first time buyers, young professionals and investors alike. What’s more, selected properties will be available with Queensberry’s shared equity scheme, ensuring that prospective buyers have a realistic opportunity of securing a pad within the city.
In association with S1 Developments, Queensberry Properties fourth development is Grange Loan. Set to provide a limited collection of seven, five-bedroom terraced townhouses. The development is located within one of Edinburgh’s most prestigious residential suburbs – The Grange conservation area of the city.
Designed by acclaimed architectural practice, Malcolm Fraser Architects, each property will epitomise elegant living, as key features will include bespoke German kitchens, complete with Siemens appliances, Villeroy and Boch bathrooms and en-suites, and under floor-heating. Externally, every property will benefit from its own south facing, fully enclosed garden.
Less than a mile from the city centre, The Grange area of the capital is home to the vibrant neighbourhoods of Morningside and Bruntsfield, with their choice of chic boutiques, eateries and bars. Several of the city’s leading private and public schools, including George Watson’s College, George Heriot’s and Merchiston Castle School, are within walking distance of Grange Loan. Prices will be released in due course at the development.
Despite challenging times for the housebuilding sector, Queensberry Properties has fast established a reputation for creating niche developments, comprising innovatively designed homes. Whether it is a one-bedroom starter apartment or a luxury five-bedroom family home, prospective buyers at each of the four new developments can expect a quality finish, bespoke design and a well-considered specification.
For further information on Queensberry Properties’ latest developments, visit queensberryproperties.co.uk.
