Castle Farm Dunboyne

BrosnanL27

Has anybody reserved a house from the plans at Castle Farm? Looking forward to seeing the show house next month

Wormy001

We have been looking at castlefarm too. Looking forward to seeing the show houses too.
We are looking at one of the 3 beds but prefer the layout of the kitchen for both the 2 or 4 bed options. Typical really but you can't have it all your own way!

Have you reserved one already or are you waiting on the showhouse and for the next phase?

BrosnanL27

Wormy001 wrote: »

We have been looking at castlefarm too. Looking forward to seeing the show houses too.
We are looking at one of the 3 beds but prefer the layout of the kitchen for both the 2 or 4 bed options. Typical really but you can't have it all your own way!

Have you reserved one already or are you waiting on the showhouse and for the next phase?

Same - prefer the kitchen layout in the 2 and 4 beds but we have gone ahead and reserved one of the 3 beds! Hoping a small island might be able to go in to break the layout up a bit. Won't know if that's possible until the show house is open though!

We're delighted with the fact the attic can be converted at some stage in the future to the same layout as the 4 beds top floor. Seems there's a window and all in the 3 bed semi detached attics.

Are you from Dunboyne yourself? Seems like a lovely down and close to loads of amenities with Blanch down the road.

Wormy001

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Same - prefer the kitchen layout in the 2 and 4 beds but we have gone ahead and reserved one of the 3 beds! Hoping a small island might be able to go in to break the layout up a bit. Won't know if that's possible until the show house is open though!

We thought the exact same thing with regards to the island in the 3 bed. Could hopefully squeeze one in Congrats on reserving a place. 1st step sorted!

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

We're delighted with the fact the attic can be converted at some stage in the future to the same layout as the 4 beds top floor. Seems there's a window and all in the 3 bed semi detached attics

Was wondering about the windows ourselves when we went out and looked at the place from afar. It seemed like they were 4 beds but going from the site plan a few of them were the 3 beds.

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Are you from Dunboyne yourself? Seems like a lovely down and close to loads of amenities with Blanch down the road.

Originally from Clonsilla myself so know the surrounding area quite well from when i was younger. Have heard nothing but good things in relation to Dunboyne itself so thats always a plus.

calmness

Looking forward to the show houses as well.

Caranica

Drove past it today and the location struck me. Dunboyne hasn't stretched out quite that far yet and there's no footpath on the bridge between the development and the start of Dunboyne village.

There's a great community feeling about Dunboyne, was involved in a local group there though I live in D15, was jealous of how the locals really pull together and support each other.

BrosnanL27

Caranica wrote: »

Drove past it today and the location struck me. Dunboyne hasn't stretched out quite that far yet and there's no footpath on the bridge between the development and the start of Dunboyne village.

There's a great community feeling about Dunboyne, was involved in a local group there though I live in D15, was jealous of how the locals really pull together and support each other.

Really good to hear about the great community feeling!

Yeah you'd cross the road over towards the station to get on the footpath to the town. Did it myself and it's a grand walk - 10 mins to the pub

gaz wac

Caranica wrote: »

Drove past it today and the location struck me. Dunboyne hasn't stretched out quite that far yet and there's no footpath on the bridge between the development and the start of Dunboyne village.
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just give it time! the land across the road has been sold and will run all the way up to the M3 train station. There is a path over the bridge, where people in Castle Farm will use and then cross the road at the entrance to the train station.

BrosnanL27

Viewed the 3-bed yesterday and was really impressed! I thought the sitting room was a little bit smaller than I was anticipating but the kitchen is alot bigger than what I had in mind so delighted with that. Definitely room for an island to go in. Loads of storage throughout and the bedrooms are all generously sized. Hallway is a tad narrower than what I was thinking it would be but it does give the sitting room a bit of extra width. EA reckons December will be the move in date for that current row that have been built. The row behind it will have an approx March move in date.

No electricals are included in the sale - so none of the integrated cooker, dishwasher, microwave etc. in the show house. Flooring not included either.

Well worth a viewing if anybody is interested! Would love to hear other peoples opinions.

Wormy001

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Viewed the 3-bed yesterday and was really impressed! I thought the sitting room was a little bit smaller than I was anticipating but the kitchen is alot bigger than what I had in mind so delighted with that. Definitely room for an island to go in. Loads of storage throughout and the bedrooms are all generously sized. Hallway is a tad narrower than what I was thinking it would be but it does give the sitting room a bit of extra width. EA reckons December will be the move in date for that current row that have been built. The row behind it will have an approx March move in date.

No electricals are included in the sale - so none of the integrated cooker, dishwasher, microwave etc. in the show house. Flooring not included either.

Well worth a viewing if anybody is interested! Would love to hear other peoples opinions.

That's great to hear about the kitchen, bedrooms and the viewing possibility in general - I might give them a ring on Monday and see when they might be offering phase two viewings.

Unfortunate about the electricals and living room size but definitely something I'd like to see myself before making any judgments


What was the situation with the 3 bed semis having that extra window that looked to be the attic space?

BrosnanL27

Wormy001 wrote: »

That's great to hear about the kitchen, bedrooms and the viewing possibility in general - I might give them a ring on Monday and see when they might be offering phase two viewings.

Unfortunate about the electricals and living room size but definitely something I'd like to see myself before making any judgments


What was the situation with the 3 bed semis having that extra window that looked to be the attic space?

Defo worth a look! I'm going to get in touch with Bespace who have done the kitchen and ask what they're charging for the full integrated package. Surely they'll do a deal - I hope!

The 3-bed show house is the terraced type so we didn't get to see the attic with the window unfortunately.

Overall we're delighted anyway - going to jot down a list of questions for the EA. I'll post any more info I get.

calmness

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Viewed the 3-bed yesterday and was really impressed! I thought the sitting room was a little bit smaller than I was anticipating but the kitchen is alot bigger than what I had in mind so delighted with that. Definitely room for an island to go in. Loads of storage throughout and the bedrooms are all generously sized. Hallway is a tad narrower than what I was thinking it would be but it does give the sitting room a bit of extra width. EA reckons December will be the move in date for that current row that have been built. The row behind it will have an approx March move in date.

No electricals are included in the sale - so none of the integrated cooker, dishwasher, microwave etc. in the show house. Flooring not included either.

Well worth a viewing if anybody is interested! Would love to hear other peoples opinions.

Thanks, I went for a viewing as well and it looked nice. The show house didn't have any furnishing so it gave a good idea about the space. The rooms are generous enough.

The heating is done using heat pump systems and no gas in the estate. They tell it is the most efficient one around but would have loved to have the solar panels as well.

briefgate

Hi all. I am new at this. Do you need to have a deposit to get a schedule for a viewing?

calmness

briefgate wrote: »

Hi all. I am new at this. Do you need to have a deposit to get a schedule for a viewing?

Yeah, but check with the agent on the Castle Farm website anyway. There might be a few cancellations.

kavo89

anybody have a price for a 3 bed semi? i am guessing the first phase all sold out?

jamesbondings

we are living in dunboyne and will be looking at a new build over the next few months. we are shocked at how quick these went up - like 3/4 months (with lockdown in between) i think they are timber frames but would wonder about quality (sound proofing etc). are all new houses timber framed?

im not a local but my partner and her family are. i like the area as its very well located, the community are very good tbf but amenities arent the best. everything you could want is close by though tbf.
i also imagine with the sprawl of new estates coming online there will have to be an increase in amenities over the next few years.
i would love to see a public pool, rugby club, better selection of restaurants but could easily see myself here indefinitely.

BrosnanL27

kavo89 wrote: »

anybody have a price for a 3 bed semi? i am guessing the first phase all sold out?

East facing back gardens are 375k and west facing are 385k. EA told us 2 people pulled out of their reservations so there may still be something available in the first phase.

BrosnanL27

jamesbondings wrote: »

we are living in dunboyne and will be looking at a new build over the next few months. we are shocked at how quick these went up - like 3/4 months (with lockdown in between) i think they are timber frames but would wonder about quality (sound proofing etc). are all new houses timber framed?

im not a local but my partner and her family are. i like the area as its very well located, the community are very good tbf but amenities arent the best. everything you could want is close by though tbf.
i also imagine with the sprawl of new estates coming online there will have to be an increase in amenities over the next few years.
i would love to see a public pool, rugby club, better selection of restaurants but could easily see myself here indefinitely.

Really good to hear good things about the area. It's the location that does it for us and as you say - more amenities are expected as the population grows.

I'm not sure about the houses being made of timber but definitely a good point. We viewed the show houses and the walls seem solid but it's hard to know about soundproofing. The layout of the semi detached houses are in such a way that the 'living' spaces (sitting room/kitchen/master bedroom) are all on the detached side of the house so would hope noisy neighbours wouldn't be an issue in those spaces!

Wormy001

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Defo worth a look! I'm going to get in touch with Bespace who have done the kitchen and ask what they're charging for the full integrated package.

Did you ever get anywhere with Bespace?

BrosnanL27

Wormy001 wrote: »

Did you ever get anywhere with Bespace?

Hey we have an appointment booked in with them the end of the month so I'll let you know what the story is. They've already said they can't take deposit on anything until we actually have the keys in our hands. No harm in getting prepared for what it'll all cost though. We're hoping to order appliances, a kitchen island and a built in tv unit for the sitting room through them.

Wormy001

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Hey we have an appointment booked in with them the end of the month so I'll let you know what the story is. They've already said they can't take deposit on anything until we actually have the keys in our hands. No harm in getting prepared for what it'll all cost though. We're hoping to order appliances, a kitchen island and a built in tv unit for the sitting room through them.

Thats Great to hear.

We have the deposit on one of the 3 bed semis now for the 2nd Phase so very glad to have that part done before Christmas.

Would love to hear how that meeting turns out and what changes are potentially available. Seems to be Q2 for our completion dates (April/May at the moment) so still plenty of time to decide if we want any specific changes.

BrosnanL27

Wormy001 wrote: »

Thats Great to hear.

We have the deposit on one of the 3 bed semis now for the 2nd Phase so very glad to have that part done before Christmas.

Would love to hear how that meeting turns out and what changes are potentially available. Seems to be Q2 for our completion dates (April/May at the moment) so still plenty of time to decide if we want any specific changes.

Congrats! I will get back in touch once we've met with them and will let you know what they say! Yes nice to have a bit of time in the new year to get sorted before move in. We're hoping the predicted March move in date for us is accurate!

FTBuyer2021

Wormy001 wrote: »

Thats Great to hear.

We have the deposit on one of the 3 bed semis now for the 2nd Phase so very glad to have that part done before Christmas.

Would love to hear how that meeting turns out and what changes are potentially available. Seems to be Q2 for our completion dates (April/May at the moment) so still plenty of time to decide if we want any specific changes.

Hey everyone!

Great info in this thread so far, thanks for that!

I’m hoping to get one of the 3 bed mid terrace houses in the 3rd phase!

Someone mentioned some changes they might have for the builders before completion. What kind of changes are you looking at? I’ve yet to view a show house so I’m intrigued! Thanks in advance and happy Xmas.

BrosnanL27

FTBuyer2021 wrote: »

Hey everyone!

Great info in this thread so far, thanks for that!

I’m hoping to get one of the 3 bed mid terrace houses in the 3rd phase!

Someone mentioned some changes they might have for the builders before completion. What kind of changes are you looking at? I’ve yet to view a show house so I’m intrigued! Thanks in advance and happy Xmas.

Hey welcome!

Personally the changes we have asked for and that have all been approved are:

We want a full wall between the kitchen and living room.

We've asked for the door of the walk in wardrobe to open in towards the bedroom instead of in towards the wardrobe (gives more space in the wardrobe).

We've asked for alcoves to be put in the main bathroom and ensuite showers. They're charging €70 per alcove.

We've asked for the countertops in the 4 bedroom kitchen instead of the countertops in the 3 bed (they're alot darker in the 3 bed).

We've asked for some sockets to be moved just cause they'll suit the layout we have in mind more.

That's about it I think!

FTBuyer2021

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Hey welcome!

Personally the changes we have asked for and that have all been approved are:

We want a full wall between the kitchen and living room.

We've asked for the door of the walk in wardrobe to open in towards the bedroom instead of in towards the wardrobe (gives more space in the wardrobe).

We've asked for alcoves to be put in the main bathroom and ensuite showers. They're charging €70 per alcove.

We've asked for the countertops in the 4 bedroom kitchen instead of the countertops in the 3 bed (they're alot darker in the 3 bed).

We've asked for some sockets to be moved just cause they'll suit the layout we have in mind more.

That's about it I think!

Oh wow. This is really helpful, thank you so much! Cause I haven’t been able to view the property yet, I appreciate this!

Is it me or are the low sockets a bit odd looking in the bedroom? Thanks again! Fingers crossed I get in with 3rd phase 😊

FiReBoLt81

Hi there! Thanks a lot for all this useful information! We are looking to buy a 2 bedroom in Castlefarm.

Mind if I ask about the flooring? How much is that going to cost?

Thanks a lot and happy holidays!

BrosnanL27

Wormy001 wrote: »

Did you ever get anywhere with Bespace?

Wormy I'll DM re this

FiReBoLt81

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Wormy I'll DM re this

Hi Brosnan! Could you please DM me as well? I am very interested in this :-)

Thanks a lot!

BrosnanL27

FiReBoLt81 wrote: »

Hi Brosnan! Could you please DM me as well? I am very interested in this :-)

Thanks a lot!

Of course!

Harleyheels_92

Hello everyone! I set up an account to keep an eye on this thread. I am buying a 3 bed terrace due to be completed in March. Has anyone who bought one of the front houses moved in yet? Trying to gauge when we need to do the dreaded IKEA trip (when it opens)!

Also re people asking about requests for changes, we have asked the builder to fill in the recess that is in the sitting room for a fireplace as we don’t want one, we will be putting a TV unit there instead, and we have also asked for the kitchen cabinet to be changed to fit a double oven and built in microwave, as the show house only had space for a single oven and microwave.

Looking forward to moving in with all my new neighbours!!

BrosnanL27

Harleyheels_92 wrote: »

Hello everyone! I set up an account to keep an eye on this thread. I am buying a 3 bed terrace due to be completed in March. Has anyone who bought one of the front houses moved in yet? Trying to gauge when we need to do the dreaded IKEA trip (when it opens)!

Also re people asking about requests for changes, we have asked the builder to fill in the recess that is in the sitting room for a fireplace as we don’t want one, we will be putting a TV unit there instead, and we have also asked for the kitchen cabinet to be changed to fit a double oven and built in microwave, as the show house only had space for a single oven and microwave.

Looking forward to moving in with all my new neighbours!!

Hey and welcome!!

I'm not sure if anyone has moved in yet on that front row. They were supposed to be in this month but with the site shut down it may not have gone to plan. Have you been told your place will still be ready in March? Our place was supposed to be March too.

That's great to hear that they're going to change the kitchen cabinet to fit the double oven - this is something we want too so I will definitely request it! So you'll have the double oven and then the microwave on top?

Sounds like it's going to be a lovely little estate, can't wait to move in!

jamesbondings

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Hey and welcome!!

I'm not sure if anyone has moved in yet on that front row. They were supposed to be in this month but with the site shut down it may not have gone to plan. Have you been told your place will still be ready in March? Our place was supposed to be March too.

That's great to hear that they're going to change the kitchen cabinet to fit the double oven - this is something we want too so I will definitely request it! So you'll have the double oven and then the microwave on top?

Sounds like it's going to be a lovely little estate, can't wait to move in!

It is in a perfect location (for me) although we arent buying. But at the back of the estate ye have a some type of commonage area used by the locals for walking - i havent been but by all accounts its very nice. Only across from the train station (if required of course). Still "country" but very close to everything.

Once the village opens up again Bradys is a top spot for a pint.

Harleyheels_92

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

Hey and welcome!!

I'm not sure if anyone has moved in yet on that front row. They were supposed to be in this month but with the site shut down it may not have gone to plan. Have you been told your place will still be ready in March? Our place was supposed to be March too.

That's great to hear that they're going to change the kitchen cabinet to fit the double oven - this is something we want too so I will definitely request it! So you'll have the double oven and then the microwave on top?

Sounds like it's going to be a lovely little estate, can't wait to move in!

We haven’t been given an updated completion date as of yet but I will probably ask for one soon so we know what to expect.

Yes double oven and microwave on top, it was no hassle at all, foreman said it would be no trouble!

Harleyheels_92

jamesbondings wrote: »

It is in a perfect location (for me) although we arent buying. But at the back of the estate ye have a some type of commonage area used by the locals for walking - i havent been but by all accounts its very nice. Only across from the train station (if required of course). Still "country" but very close to everything.

Once the village opens up again Bradys is a top spot for a pint.

It’s ideal for me as I work in Dublin so the train station across the road is perfect!

Have never been to Brady’s before, but I’ve been to O’Dwyer’s a couple of times for birthdays and it seemed like a good spot

Raighne01

Harleyheels_92 wrote: »

Hello everyone! I set up an account to keep an eye on this thread. I am buying a 3 bed terrace due to be completed in March. Has anyone who bought one of the front houses moved in yet? Trying to gauge when we need to do the dreaded IKEA trip (when it opens)!

Also re people asking about requests for changes, we have asked the builder to fill in the recess that is in the sitting room for a fireplace as we don’t want one, we will be putting a TV unit there instead, and we have also asked for the kitchen cabinet to be changed to fit a double oven and built in microwave, as the show house only had space for a single oven and microwave.

Looking forward to moving in with all my new neighbours!!

Hi! We're buying one of the houses in the front row. Sale was supposed to be closed by the end of this month but the site being closed delayed things. We got word today that the house is ready for final inspection/valuation so hopefully we will have the keys in the next few weeks!

Harleyheels_92

Raighne01 wrote: »

Hi! We're buying one of the houses in the front row. Sale was supposed to be closed by the end of this month but the site being closed delayed things. We got word today that the house is ready for final inspection/valuation so hopefully we will have the keys in the next few weeks!

That’s great congrats! Hopefully it won’t be too much longer for you and for us on the road behind!

FiReBoLt81

Hello fellow Castlefarmers!

Does anyone have a version of the floorplans with detailed walls measures? Online I can just find the ones indicating square meters only, but that doesn’t help much if one wants to start thinking about furniture!

Thanks a lot! 😊

BrosnanL27

Raighne01 wrote: »

Hi! We're buying one of the houses in the front row. Sale was supposed to be closed by the end of this month but the site being closed delayed things. We got word today that the house is ready for final inspection/valuation so hopefully we will have the keys in the next few weeks!

That's great to hear, congrats! Would be great if you could keep us all updated on how things go please!

BrosnanL27

FiReBoLt81 wrote: »

Hello fellow Castlefarmers!

Does anyone have a version of the floorplans with detailed walls measures? Online I can just find the ones indicating square meters only, but that doesn’t help much if one wants to start thinking about furniture!

Thanks a lot! ��

Hey

I asked the estate agent for this a while back and she said they cannot provide them annoyingly. She said we're more than welcome to visit the show house and take measurements ourselves (but I don't know if that can happen now with restrictions in place).

Raighne01

BrosnanL27 wrote: »

That's great to hear, congrats! Would be great if you could keep us all updated on how things go please!

Thanks very much! Ya, that's no problem at all!

Harleyheels_92

FiReBoLt81 wrote: »

Hello fellow Castlefarmers!

Does anyone have a version of the floorplans with detailed walls measures? Online I can just find the ones indicating square meters only, but that doesn’t help much if one wants to start thinking about furniture!

Thanks a lot! ��

Hi, we visited the 3 bed terrace show house before Christmas and took some measurements for flooring, curtains, etc. If you PM me your email address I can send them onto you

FiReBoLt81

Harleyheels_92 wrote: »

Hi, we visited the 3 bed terrace show house before Christmas and took some measurements for flooring, curtains, etc. If you PM me your email address I can send them onto you

That’s great! Thanks a lot! Just sent you a PM! ;-)

Jacobs_Stripe

Hi all, I am loving the Castle Farm new builds and would definitely be interested in the phase this Spring 2021.

However I noticed in the site map that it contains a Block G and Block F just at the open play area by The Paddocks.

Does anyone know what is this, could it be apartments?

Has anyone on this thread moved in yet, what is your thoughts so far on the estate and the area? How is the commute to Dublin via car and train!

TIA!

Raighne01

Jacobs_Stripe wrote: »

Hi all, I am loving the Castle Farm new builds and would definitely be interested in the phase this Spring 2021.

However I noticed in the site map that it contains a Block G and Block F just at the open play area by The Paddocks.

Does anyone know what is this, could it be apartments?

Has anyone on this thread moved in yet, what is your thoughts so far on the estate and the area? How is the commute to Dublin via car and train!

TIA!

Yes, blocks F and G are planned to be apartments.

Nobody has moved into any of the houses yet, the sale of the houses in the first phase are due to be closed in the next week or two.

Dunboyne is lovely area! I can't comment on the commute as mine is in the opposite direction!

Jacobs_Stripe

Do you know any details on the apartment blocks? Will they be high rise or just a few stories?

Thanks for your help They look fab!

Raighne01 wrote: »

Yes, blocks F and G are planned to be apartments.

Nobody has moved into any of the houses yet, the sale of the houses in the first phase are due to be closed in the next week or two.

Dunboyne is lovely area! I can't comment on the commute as mine is in the opposite direction!

Harleyheels_92

Jacobs_Stripe wrote: »

Do you know any details on the apartment blocks? Will they be high rise or just a few stories?

Thanks for your help They look fab!

I believe there will only be about 40 apartments in the two apartment blocks, and this is where the social housing will be. Planning permission only allows for approximately 40 apartments at the moment!

Hi,

Interested in buying in this estate.

Does anyone have a link to the planning permission for the site ? I’m looking to find out how many houses and phases are planned for the site.

Thanks

ongarite

The site plan on the website is the complete development, all phases
http://castlefarmdunboyne.ie/castlefarm_siteplan_new-homes-dunboyne/

FiReBoLt81

Liam Most Necktie wrote: »

Hi,

Interested in buying in this estate.

Does anyone have a link to the planning permission for the site ? I’m looking to find out how many houses and phases are planned for the site.

Thanks

Try here! http://idocswebdpss.meathcoco.ie/iDocsWebDPSS/listFiles.aspx?catalog=planning&id=RA180561

househunter21

Hi,

Thanks to everyone who has left some really helpful information in the thread so far! We're interested in the 3 bed and 4 bed in the upcoming phase. Does anyone know which rows are actually built and what section is being released in the next month or two? Looked at the site plan but can't make it out.

ongarite

Units 43-51 were released at start of December
1-12 or 13-22 will be in next phase. The developer releases small amount at a time.

Demand is very high, all units sold within 3 hours of release.
Register your interest with Sherry Fitz and be on the phone the second they are available. It's first come first reserved.