Aughamore in Clane

conf101

Anyone know much about this development?

I see phase 2 is on sale now. Good price for nice-looking 4-beds.

DwightKSchrute

We've just put down a deposit on a Willow model (4 bed) in phase 2. We haven't had any dealings with the builder yet, it's all been through solicitors so far.

Friends of mine bought a house in the neighbouring development (Esmonde Avenue) 2 years ago. That estate was completed by the same developers. Their house is really lovely & they had nothing but good things to say about the builders. Fingers crossed we have the same experience!

We're very early into the process so I wouldn't have a lot of information at this stage. If there is anyone out there who is further along in the process (possibly already moved in), it'd be great to get some added insight.

Here we go

DwightKSchrute wrote: »

We've just put down a deposit on a Willow model (4 bed) in phase 2. We haven't had any dealings with the builder yet, it's all been through solicitors so far.

Friends of mine bought a house in the neighbouring development (Esmonde Avenue) 2 years ago. That estate was completed by the same developers. Their house is really lovely & they had nothing but good things to say about the builders. Fingers crossed we have the same experience!

We're very early into the process so I wouldn't have a lot of information at this stage. If there is anyone out there who is further along in the process (possibly already moved in), it'd be great to get some added insight.

We're sale agreed on house here, supposed to be completed by august, but just found out they are behind schedule... other than that they have been easy enough to deal with(the builders). Happy for you to PM me of you have any specific q's!

WillowBella12

We're sale agreed on a house here aswell, we've been told mid-end August but haven't been told of a delay.. Have they given you a rough idea of how behind schedule they are?

Thanks

Mihaela Andreea

I m in the Aughamore and I've had no issues at all. The builder has been really helpful and easy to deal with. Everything was straight forward for me, but when I paid the deposit the house was already built.

conf101

We're hoping to get down to the open viewings this weekend or next weekend to look at potentially buying in phase 3. For those who have deposits down, did ye pay a deposit at the viewing or only afterwards?

Mihaela Andreea

I've paid the deposit a few days after the viewing. The estate agent is based in the centre of the village, just 5 mins down the road.

conf101

Mihaela Andreea wrote: »

I've paid the deposit a few days after the viewing. The estate agent is based in the centre of the village, just 5 mins down the road.

Cheers. I'm hoping to get down to view them next weekend (assuming there's another viewing).

Any idea how long after paying the deposit they issue contracts?

Mihaela Andreea

They have viewings every week end.
I can't remember how long it took as it was a while back ( I was selling and buying also, and it was me that delayed things) but I must say that the builders solicitor was very very efficient.i suppose it depends how many houses are completed and ready to be sold.

conf101

Great. Thanks!

Here we go

Can I ask does anybody in number 40-51 in the development have a completion date yet?
Thanks!

mak1403

Here we go wrote: »

Can I ask does anybody in number 40-51 in the development have a completion date yet?
Thanks!

We’re still waiting to hear back, Pat seemed very pushy last week for us to pick the interior. Haven’t been given a completion date. A few weeks ago he told us it could be end of November, but that looks very unlikely.

conf101

We're coming quite late to this as we were looking at the Phase 3 houses when one became in Phase 2, which we've paid the deposit on, but are still waiting on contracts.

Can I ask what people did or are doing for flooring? Looking for recommendations on who to use to get wooden floors and carpets put in. Were you able to get this done prior to closing or did you have to wait until you were in the house?

If you don't want to share on the thread feel free to PM me.

Also, I see in the showhouse that the showers don't have shower doors installed. Did anyone use the bathroom guy on site to get these put in?

Thanks

mak1403

conf101 wrote: »

We're coming quite late to this as we were looking at the Phase 3 houses when one became in Phase 2, which we've paid the deposit on, but are still waiting on contracts.

Can I ask what people did or are doing for flooring? Looking for recommendations on who to use to get wooden floors and carpets put in. Were you able to get this done prior to closing or did you have to wait until you were in the house?

If you don't want to share on the thread feel free to PM me.

Also, I see in the showhouse that the showers don't have shower doors installed. Did anyone use the bathroom guy on site to get these put in?

Thanks

We have our contracts signed, we are literally waiting on a completion date for drawdown. From what I hear from our solicitor, the builder's solicitors have gone MIA and have not replied to the question regarding a completion date.

I rang Gero (the estate agent) yesterday and he promised to get back to me about some news regarding the date, but have yet to hear from anyone.

In terms of flooring, we didn't get any flooring in yet as there's still a good bit of work to be done on the inside of the house. We got our wooden flooring from McCarthy's in Prosperous. We're lucky as one of our relations runs a home improvements company and will do our tiles and flooring for us.

Carpets will be last to go in and we've been shopping around a bit, but nothing solid. I would stay away from Right Carpet place - too expensive. We found a carpet place in Toughers Business Park that seems very reasonable - they are 700e cheaper than the other crowd.

conf101

mak1403 wrote: »

We have our contracts signed, we are literally waiting on a completion date for drawdown. From what I hear from our solicitor, the builder's solicitors have gone MIA and have not replied to the question regarding a completion date.

I rang Gero (the estate agent) yesterday and he promised to get back to me about some news regarding the date, but have yet to hear from anyone.

In terms of flooring, we didn't get any flooring in yet as there's still a good bit of work to be done on the inside of the house. We got our wooden flooring from McCarthy's in Prosperous. We're lucky as one of our relations runs a home improvements company and will do our tiles and flooring for us.

Carpets will be last to go in and we've been shopping around a bit, but nothing solid. I would stay away from Right Carpet place - too expensive. We found a carpet place in Toughers Business Park that seems very reasonable - they are 700e cheaper than the other crowd.

All great to know, thanks. We haven't even started pricing flooring or carpets yet, but will be looking at it very soon.

Here we go

Same here, will be lucky to be in before Christmas at this stage!

mak1403

Here we go wrote: »

Same here, will be lucky to be in before Christmas at this stage!

Just to put things into perspective. A good friend of mine bought a house from this builder in Naas. Closing date was supposed to be in may. They’re only moving in at the end of this month. So it’s probably safe to say it’ll be well after Xmas.

conf101

mak1403 wrote: »

Just to put things into perspective. A good friend of mine bought a house from this builder in Naas. Closing date was supposed to be in may. They’re only moving in at the end of this month. So it’s probably safe to say it’ll be well after Xmas.

My theory with Aughamore, whether it's naive or not, is that given this is the end of the second phase, a lot of the things that often cause delays with the first phase of new builds will have been ironed out by now, so huge delays might be avoided here. Things should be up and running to an extent now.

I'm not saying I'm expecting no delays, of course there are always some.

Friends of mine are buying in Maynooth and have just moved in, having initially been told April. Loads of their delays were due to stuff getting sorted and signed off in the estate itself. The next phase of people moving into that estate won't have anything like the delays my friends had. I'm hoping Aughamore might be the same.

Having said that, we won't be ready to close before Christmas anyway, so I'm not worried about a December deadline, though I'm sure plenty of others are.

mak1403

conf101 wrote: »

My theory with Aughamore, whether it's naive or not, is that given this is the end of the second phase, a lot of the things that often cause delays with the first phase of new builds will have been ironed out by now, so huge delays might be avoided here. Things should be up and running to an extent now.

I'm not saying I'm expecting no delays, of course there are always some.

Friends of mine are buying in Maynooth and have just moved in, having initially been told April. Loads of their delays were due to stuff getting sorted and signed off in the estate itself. The next phase of people moving into that estate won't have anything like the delays my friends had. I'm hoping Aughamore might be the same.

Having said that, we won't be ready to close before Christmas anyway, so I'm not worried about a December deadline, though I'm sure plenty of others are.

I agree to an extent, however I think the fact he’s building two sites that I’m aware of is probably delaying Aughamore. Also the fact the houses in Naas are more expensive would suggest that he’s focusing on them more just so he gets the bigger Cheques from the banks first.

I’m still hopeful that we’ll be in before Xmas.

you2008

Viewed the show house weeks back. I have to say the finishing was one of the worst I have ever seen of all new developments in Kildare and Meath -Huge gap in one of the shower base between the floor.

called AN. been told I was the only one complaining. Well - i may need to go to specsavers

conf101

mak1403 wrote: »

I agree to an extent, however I think the fact he’s building two sites that I’m aware of is probably delaying Aughamore. Also the fact the houses in Naas are more expensive would suggest that he’s focusing on them more just so he gets the bigger Cheques from the banks first.

I’m still hopeful that we’ll be in before Xmas.

Out of curiosity, what development is he building in Naas?

mak1403

conf101 wrote: »

Out of curiosity, what development is he building in Naas?

Finlay Park.

mak1403

you2008 wrote: »

Viewed the show house weeks back. I have to say the finishing was one of the worst I have ever seen of all new developments in Kildare and Meath -Huge gap in one of the shower base between the floor.

called AN. been told I was the only one complaining. Well - i may need to go to specsavers

The show house is a terrible finish. I assume they rushed it in order to start selling them.

The paint finish on the show home is a joke and I would encourage anyone buying a house to check that when doing the snag.

you2008

mak1403 wrote: »

The show house is a terrible finish. I assume they rushed it in order to start selling them.

The paint finish on the show home is a joke and I would encourage anyone buying a house to check that when doing the snag.

Thanks - so i am not the only one , it is the AN should go to specsavers

mak1403

The seems to be some good progress on the houses. Front gardens leveled and paved.

conf101

mak1403 wrote: »

The seems to be some good progress on the houses. Front gardens leveled and paved.

Great. Have you been given any info on when they'll be ready for snag?

mak1403

conf101 wrote: »

Great. Have you been given any info on when they'll be ready for snag?

About 10 days or so. Hopefully sooner. I’ve never seen that many people on that building before.

conf101

Did anyone else in Phase 2 get the voucher for Power City, rather than getting kitchen appliances included? Just wondering about who installs the appliances we buy with the voucher

mak1403

conf101 wrote: »

Did anyone else in Phase 2 get the voucher for Power City, rather than getting kitchen appliances included? Just wondering about who installs the appliances we buy with the voucher

I never got the vouchers, didn’t sign within 21 days. However from what I understood, the kitchen guys install the appliances even if you buy them from somewhere else.

DwightKSchrute

conf101 wrote: »

Did anyone else in Phase 2 get the voucher for Power City, rather than getting kitchen appliances included? Just wondering about who installs the appliances we buy with the voucher

I have the same understanding as @mak1403, that the kitchen fitters will install the appliances regardless of whether or not you qualify for the vouchers.

We qualified for the appliance package. We weren't really sure how to go about using so I thought I'd post what we did in case it'll help anyone else...

We just popped into Powercity outside Naas to have a look back in mid-November. I didn't want the single oven and microwave oven combo they have in the show house, I wanted a double oven instead. We picked out everything we wanted and chatted to the most helpful man in the world. I can't remember his name but it's on our receipt so I can message anyone who'd like to know. We explained our situation to him but he was already familiar with the Aughamore voucher setup as he had previously dealt with a couple from Phase 2. He totted it all up and applied some additional discounts (saving us an extra €100 or so). Our total slightly exceeded the set amount so we just paid the difference as our deposit for the goods. He said that when the house is ready for the appliances, the builder will pay the voucher amount and delivery will be arranged. That's basically that, unless we hear anything different between now and then.

It was definitely worth having a look and picking out the appliances individually because there were some good deals on certain items that allowed us to spend a little extra on others. Some items that were reduced had an extra €30 or €40 off if bought before the end of November. I didn't expect us to qualify for those further deals but because we paid the deposit in November he locked in the items at the lower prices. Happy days.

conf101

DwightKSchrute wrote: »

I have the same understanding as @mak1403, that the kitchen fitters will install the appliances regardless of whether or not you qualify for the vouchers.

We qualified for the appliance package. We weren't really sure how to go about using so I thought I'd post what we did in case it'll help anyone else...

We just popped into Powercity outside Naas to have a look back in mid-November. I didn't want the single oven and microwave oven combo they have in the show house, I wanted a double oven instead. We picked out everything we wanted and chatted to the most helpful man in the world. I can't remember his name but it's on our receipt so I can message anyone who'd like to know. We explained our situation to him but he was already familiar with the Aughamore voucher setup as he had previously dealt with a couple from Phase 2. He totted it all up and applied some additional discounts (saving us an extra €100 or so). Our total slightly exceeded the set amount so we just paid the difference as our deposit for the goods. He said that when the house is ready for the appliances, the builder will pay the voucher amount and delivery will be arranged. That's basically that, unless we hear anything different between now and then.

It was definitely worth having a look and picking out the appliances individually because there were some good deals on certain items that allowed us to spend a little extra on others. Some items that were reduced had an extra €30 or €40 off if bought before the end of November. I didn't expect us to qualify for those further deals but because we paid the deposit in November he locked in the items at the lower prices. Happy days.

That's super helpful. Thanks DwightKSchrute. Will try make it into Power City ourselves pretty soon and hopefully do the same as you did.

mak1403

conf101 wrote: »

That's super helpful. Thanks DwightKSchrute. Will try make it into Power City ourselves pretty soon and hopefully do the same as you did.

Just make sure you follow up with the kitchen guys. They say yes yes and then not all work is done.

They’re good lads but taking into consideration the amount of houses they have to fit there’s always going to be mistakes.

We all want perfect houses ☺️

conf101

Has anyone else gotten rid of the little dresser in the master bedroom and added more wardrobe space? Just wondering how much you were quoted for this? Feel free to PM if you don't want to say on here

mak1403

conf101 wrote: »

Has anyone else gotten rid of the little dresser in the master bedroom and added more wardrobe space? Just wondering how much you were quoted for this? Feel free to PM if you don't want to say on here

We got it done. I attached a picture of it.
Worth getting it done.

Here we go

Has anybody from 40-51 has any success with virgin or EIR or any other supplier with regards to getting a service established?

Virgin tell me the lines aren't in place...

Thanks

mak1403

Here we go wrote: »

Has anybody from 40-51 has any success with virgin or EIR or any other supplier with regards to getting a service established?

Virgin tell me the lines aren't in place...

Thanks

Been on to them for the last 2 months trying to get connected. Waiting for call back from their manager.

conf101

Can anyone pm a recommendation for a good snagger?

daithilfc

conf101 wrote: »

Can anyone pm a recommendation for a good snagger?

We got John from Snag List Dublin to do ours. Was initially thinking of doing it myself but well worth getting in someone who knows what they are looking for and what should or should not be accepted.

Sent me out the list and I went over it in the house, added a couple more which I wanted to be sorted and he updated it before sending it on for us.

daithilfc

mak1403 wrote: »

Just make sure you follow up with the kitchen guys. They say yes yes and then not all work is done.

They’re good lads but taking into consideration the amount of houses they have to fit there’s always going to be mistakes.

We all want perfect houses ☺️

Definitely worthwhile checking up and making sure things are being done right, same lads do the kitchen as the wardrobes and there was a good few things now done right the first time around.

With the demand for houses to get done, they are moving on from one house to the next and not everything gets done so you have to chase it up.

I know a neighbour got a double oven but they kitchen lads claimed to have not been told so didn't have the right dividers. Ended up going on the snag list.

conf101

daithilfc wrote: »

We got John from Snag List Dublin to do ours. Was initially thinking of doing it myself but well worth getting in someone who knows what they are looking for and what should or should not be accepted.

Sent me out the list and I went over it in the house, added a couple more which I wanted to be sorted and he updated it before sending it on for us.

Thanks Daithi. Will check those guys out

wickedelphie66

Hi guys, I’m wondering if anybody is in a 3 bed yet? We’ve looked at the 4 beds but would really love to see some pics of a 3 bed because as far as I’m aware the utility room is separate to the bathroom. Spoke to Gero and he said they may have a 3 bed showhouse in the next few weeks. In the meantime would anyone have any 3 bed pics? Thanks a mil.

DwightKSchrute

wickedelphie66 wrote: »

Hi guys, I’m wondering if anybody is in a 3 bed yet? We’ve looked at the 4 beds but would really love to see some pics of a 3 bed because as far as I’m aware the utility room is separate to the bathroom. Spoke to Gero and he said they may have a 3 bed showhouse in the next few weeks. In the meantime would anyone have any 3 bed pics? Thanks a mil.

Hi! I think you're talking about the 'Yew' model? That's the style with a separate utility room. None of those have been completed yet (as far as I'm aware). We were up at the site at the weekend and the barriers were still up before you can reach the Yews. There are only a handful of them up and they are still being worked on so I don't imagine any will be occupied for a while. The showhouse would be the best bet for pictures and hopefully that will be ready soon enough.

Here we go

wickedelphie66 wrote: »

Hi guys, I’m wondering if anybody is in a 3 bed yet? We’ve looked at the 4 beds but would really love to see some pics of a 3 bed because as far as I’m aware the utility room is separate to the bathroom. Spoke to Gero and he said they may have a 3 bed showhouse in the next few weeks. In the meantime would anyone have any 3 bed pics? Thanks a mil.

We have a 4 bed and moved the utilities into the area under the stairs side by side instead of stacked in the bathroom (as in the show house). They had no problem accommodating this request, for a small extra cost.

Worth looking into!

I can pm you pictures if it helps?

wickedelphie66

Here we go wrote: »

We have a 4 bed and moved the utilities into the area under the stairs side by side instead of stacked in the bathroom (as in the show house). They had no problem accommodating this request, for a small extra cost.

Worth looking into!

I can pm you pictures if it helps?

That would be fantastic, I would love to see the photos if you don’t mind?

conf101

wickedelphie66 wrote: »

That would be fantastic, I would love to see the photos if you don’t mind?

Does anyone happen to have measurements for Windows downstairs or in bedrooms? Just looking at curtains. Thanks

wickedelphie66

Hi guys,

We’ve just put a deposit on a 4 bed in this development (thanks to Here We Go for the fab utility room idea). I’m wondering if anyone could tell me the name of the kitchen and tile suppliers for the development? Also, did anyone make any changes to the kitchen design?

Thanks a mil.

Charlesmarls

Here we go wrote: »

We have a 4 bed and moved the utilities into the area under the stairs side by side instead of stacked in the bathroom (as in the show house). They had no problem accommodating this request, for a small extra cost.

Worth looking into!

I can pm you pictures if it helps?

Hi there "here we go" would love to see some pictures of that if you didnt mind? thanks

Dave Har

Hi guys my wife and I are putting a deposit down this week on a 4 bed. I spoke to Gero and he said the developers are planning 2 apartment complex’s near where the site office is located. On initial viewing last September we thought this area was put aside for leisure amenities, sports fields. Does anyone known where we can view the plans for these apartments?.

daithilfc

Dave Har wrote: »

Hi guys my wife and I are putting a deposit down this week on a 4 bed. I spoke to Gero and he said the developers are planning 2 apartment complex’s near where the site office is located. On initial viewing last September we thought this area was put aside for leisure amenities, sports fields. Does anyone known where we can view the plans for these apartments?.

You can see them on the plans for this development. They will be located on the right as you are coming in. Opposite the detached houses.

http://idocsweb.kildarecoco.ie/iDocsWebDPSS/listFiles.aspx?catalog=planning&id=17507

Further details can be found on the application related to those apartments (and earlier application)
http://idocsweb.kildarecoco.ie/iDocsWebDPSS/listFiles.aspx?catalog=planning&id=05576

This could be subject to change as there have already been changes to these plans regarding the houses so it will depend on how long the application is granted for and whether changes are required.

I can see these being probably one of the last parts of the development once all the houses are built and possibly before the other amenities are built.

Worth keeping an eye out a the gate to see if any new planning application goes in.

daithilfc

wickedelphie66 wrote: »

Hi guys,

We’ve just put a deposit on a 4 bed in this development (thanks to Here We Go for the fab utility room idea). I’m wondering if anyone could tell me the name of the kitchen and tile suppliers for the development? Also, did anyone make any changes to the kitchen design?

Thanks a mil.

The Kitchen and Wardrobes were being fitted by an independent fitter called Maurice. I don't have the number to hand but I do remember they weren't great with changes. If you want to make a lot of changes it might be worth your while taking the allowance for these and having a look around for your own kitchen.
The letting agent or whoever your site contact should have the contact for Maurice if he is still being used.

Tiles supplied by https://www.nationwidetiles.ie/. Very easy to deal with, they have all the details of the development and dimensions (or will send someone out to measure if its a different layout) and they know the allowance. However if you are planning on expanding the standard tile coverage you will have to work out a price with the tiler too. Again the letting agent should have all the latest contractor's numbers.

I know as the site progressed they took on more contractors so I am not sure if they are all the same now its about 10 months since I was at that stage.

Here we go

wickedelphie66 wrote: »

Hi guys,

We’ve just put a deposit on a 4 bed in this development (thanks to Here We Go for the fab utility room idea). I’m wondering if anyone could tell me the name of the kitchen and tile suppliers for the development? Also, did anyone make any changes to the kitchen design?

Thanks a mil.

It's still Maurice. Gero will give you a list of all trades for extras/substitutions. Maurice changed all my wardrobes without issues(once I paid the extras and gave him lots of time for the changes).

Ive numbers for them all of you need it!