Anyone live in Kilheale Manor?

Sarahjane226 · 08-07-2017 01:32PM

Aph2016 wrote: »

Went up for a quick look, they seem to be doing more building from number 11 onwards. Good progress.

They all seem to have caught up to similar level now. Our end started first but they're all being done at the same stages really, a week or so apart is all - very fast! Within a week we saw the first floor go from foundation to an actual build.

How far up was the build looking? Is it still just bottom floor?

Sarahjane226 · 17-07-2017 11:07AM

We were up yesterday and a lot of houses have the ceiling done and first floor started. Back walls practically built, and road marked out.. they're coming on fast. The semi detached are also started, and bungalows practically done - they've windows and doors and all! Looks on track for town houses for October completion hopefully.

Aph2016 · 17-07-2017 05:40PM

That's great! We're going up towards the end of the month otherwise we'll drive ourselves crazy, didn't even know the semi d's were on sale..

Sarahjane226 · 17-07-2017 06:46PM

Bungalow (3 bed semi) on sale now. But the ordinary 3 bed semi aren't on sale yet but being built as they face field we are presuming it's to limit the estate being a massive building site. They face our house so we're glad they're getting built now so that we won't have much building going on out side our door. We are thrilled it's all moving at hood pace

Aph2016 · 21-07-2017 09:17AM

@SarahJane, out of interest, did you use the help to buy refund towards your 10% deposit?

Sarahjane226 · 21-07-2017 09:21AM

Aph2016 wrote: »

@SarahJane, out of interest, did you use the help to buy refund towards your 10% deposit?

That's the plan. We paid 5% to solicitor and will pay 5% from help to buy. We signed contracts 6/7 weeks ago but have not claimed HTB yet as our solicitor is awaiting query responses before our contracts get sent to be signed by builders.

Did you use htb?

Aph2016 · 21-07-2017 09:27AM

Sarahjane226 wrote: »

That's the plan. We paid 5% to solicitor and will pay 5% from help to buy. We signed contracts 6/7 weeks ago but have not claimed HTB yet as our solicitor is awaiting query responses before our contracts get sent to be signed by builders.

Did you use htb?

Well just a heads up, they refused to take the htb as part of our deposit, luckily we had the full 10% saved otherwise we wouldn't be getting the house. I would query this with your solicitor, we tried to push back but they hold all the cards.

They've pretty much taken €45k from us including our 10% deposit and htb.

Sarahjane226 · 21-07-2017 10:21AM

Aph2016 wrote: »

Well just a heads up, they refused to take the htb as part of our deposit, luckily we had the full 10% saved otherwise we wouldn't be getting the house. I would query this with your solicitor, we tried to push back but they hold all the cards.

They've pretty much taken €45k from us including our 10% deposit and htb.

When did you pay this was it long ago? We queried and were told we could use htb as deposit but I'm gonna ring them today now and see! What a joke

Aph2016 · 21-07-2017 10:31AM

We paid the balance of the 10% at the end of May and the htb money was paid from revenue direct to the developers about a month later.

To say I was pissed off at the time would be an understatement, I checked with revenue, our broker and our solicitor and they all said it is supposed to be used towards the deposit but they just refused and we had no choice.

We'll get the htb money back as our solicitor will withhold that amount when paying the balance if the house.

I'd be surprised if they have changed their minds recently as it's good for their cash flow to receive the 10% and the htb money.

Mashed bananas on toast · 22-07-2017 11:09AM

Hi.

Long time lurker, first time poster.

Moved in to the estate in early June.

We were one of the last to move into the latest phase in the estate, and our home faces on to the green area at the back, towards where the new bungalows etc are being built (so I'm literally witnessing their progress, daily)

I'm extremely pleased with our move, the houses are really well built, and every little detail has been thought out. From the solar panels on the roof, to the cobblelocked front and rear (including the patio area)

We had a choice of a 4 or 3 bed house upon paying the deposit, (Same price) we decided to go with a 3 bed, as they are much better (imo) laid out in the second floor, besides who hasn't wanted a walk in wardrobe lol?

We had a bit of an issue with a leak in our ensuite, (and I know we're not alone) but to be completely fair to the builders, once notified, they promptly rectified the problem.

Not sure how much more building is actually going to take place in the estate, across the green from the builders compound there's a (what is currently) a small cul-de-sac with approx 6 houses, am unsure if that's them finished in that area, or if they'll go on in past it.

All in all, it's a wonderful estate. Really pleased with the house purchase, and our neighbours are just fantastic.

Sarahjane226 · 22-07-2017 01:42PM

Mashed bananas on toast wrote: »

Hi.

Long time lurker, first time poster.

Moved in to the estate in early June.

We were one of the last to move into the latest phase in the estate, and our home faces on to the green area at the back, towards where the new bungalows etc are being built (so I'm literally witnessing their progress, daily)

I'm extremely pleased with our move, the houses are really well built, and every little detail has been thought out. From the solar panels on the roof, to the cobblelocked front and rear (including the patio area)

We had a choice of a 4 or 3 bed house upon paying the deposit, (Same price) we decided to go with a 3 bed, as they are much better (imo) laid out in the second floor, besides who hasn't wanted a walk in wardrobe lol?

We had a bit of an issue with a leak in our ensuite, (and I know we're not alone) but to be completely fair to the builders, once notified, they promptly rectified the problem.

Not sure how much more building is actually going to take place in the estate, across the green from the builders compound there's a (what is currently) a small cul-de-sac with approx 6 houses, am unsure if that's them finished in that area, or if they'll go on in past it.

All in all, it's a wonderful estate. Really pleased with the house purchase, and our neighbours are just fantastic.

Thanks a mill. Nice to know! Did you move in long after the date they had given (was there much delay?)

Yeah they seem to be flying up, we usually pop by on a Sunday to check on ours (I'm very eager!!) Do the builders work Saturdays too? Our worry was that with rathmill being built also by Cavan dev that kilheale would be slow to be built but we are very impressed so far.

Mashed bananas on toast · 28-07-2017 12:03PM

Sarahjane226 wrote: »

Thanks a mill. Nice to know! Did you move in long after the date they had given (was there much delay?)

Yeah they seem to be flying up, we usually pop by on a Sunday to check on ours (I'm very eager!!) Do the builders work Saturdays too? Our worry was that with rathmill being built also by Cavan dev that kilheale would be slow to be built but we are very impressed so far.

Hi again, there was a little bit of a delay in ours - for sure, I think 2/3 months, but in fairness ours were at the mercy of the winter weather at the time, where the lads doing the building are basking in glorious sunshine (most of the time). So I wouldn't expect too many delays on the newer styled town houses and bungalows.

Re the Saturday work, yes I can confirm they most definitely turn up and work Saturdays too, usually until 1pm or so.

Can I just ask, are you moving into one of the bungalows? they are a beautiful house.

Ta.

mbot

Sarahjane226 · 28-07-2017 12:09PM

Mashed bananas on toast wrote: »

Hi again, there was a little bit of a delay in ours - for sure, I think 2/3 months, but in fairness ours were at the mercy of the winter weather at the time, where the lads are basking in glorious sunshine (most of the time). So I wouldn't expect too many delays on the newer styled town houses and bungalows.

Re the Saturday work, yes I can confirm they most definitely turn up and work Saturdays too, usually until 1pm or so.

Can I just ask, are you moving into one of the bungalows? they are a beautiful house.

Ta.

mbot

We are moving to a town house. The bungalows flew up they were nearly finished before they even released for sale. They are gorgeous.

Yeah they are so fast with building so far. Delighted, we are all excited!! Builders holidays now might slow the houses down a bit but I wouldn't expect by much as they've been great so far

Have you any tips for snag? Anything you encountered?

Lmcd545 · 28-07-2017 12:54PM

We are a townhouse too. I love the look of the bungalows, they really have flown up. Is the bungalow showhouse open?

Aph2016 · 16-08-2017 06:14AM

Anyone received alteration details?

Sarahjane226 · 16-08-2017 09:13AM

Aph2016 wrote: »

Anyone received alteration details?

The options pack with the electrics, tiling etc is it? If so we got it a few weeks ago.

Aph2016 · 13-09-2017 09:29AM

Went up to view the townhouse yesterday. Kitchen is a bit smaller than we expected but we're pretty much happy with everything else.

Sarahjane226 · 13-09-2017 09:54AM

Aph2016 wrote: »

Went up to view the townhouse yesterday. Kitchen is a bit smaller than we expected but we're pretty much happy with everything else.

We viewed also, was very happy with the house. We are a mid terrace and there's a sun tunnel in the hall to create natural light which we didn't know about so we were happy with that.

Do you've an estimated completion date?

Aph2016 · 13-09-2017 10:00AM

I believe we are looking at the start of November. What about yourself?

Sarahjane226 · 13-09-2017 11:30AM

Aph2016 wrote: »

I believe we are looking at the start of November. What about yourself?

I'm not too sure yet. November was mentioned but not sure what stage of November.

They are building very quick so I'm feeling optimistic anyway

the only thing slowing us down has been solicitors etc so please god it all wraps up then we just wait for keys

jvahey · 14-09-2017 12:40PM

We just bought a townhouse in phase two. Are the townhouses in phase 1 nearly ready? Last time we visited the townhouses had external walls and some roofing.

Sarahjane226 · 14-09-2017 12:51PM

jvahey wrote: »

We just bought a townhouse in phase two. Are the townhouses in phase 1 nearly ready? Last time we visited the townhouses had external walls and some roofing.

I haven't seen a recent site map to know what's considered phase 2. The first 7 blocks are due to be done by Christmas they hope (last I heard) we are mid way down but not sure of our progress I only know we've a roof! When we viewed internals 2 weeks ago they had tiling done and walls and electrics also but that wasn't our exact house we viewed

jvahey · 14-09-2017 01:55PM

Thanks. Our block is to be just down from the first seven blocks

Aph2016 · 15-09-2017 11:41AM

We put our deposit down around the end of February. So the whole process should be around 8-9 months. Once they get going things seem to move at a good pace, especially around the summer months.

Sarahjane226 · 15-09-2017 12:24PM

We paid deposit in May and we had foundations only at that stage. We now have a shell and internal work starting. The building had been very fast so far!

MONEILL90 · 30-09-2017 04:26AM

Hi all,
I'm buying one of the 3 bed end of terrace townhouses. Unfortunately it's not one of the almost finished houses. Not started yet but has a estimated completion date of April or so 2018. I'm wondering if any of you have a soft copy of the alteration/optional details lists that could be sent to me in a PM to give me an idea of what options I might have for lighting/finishes etc... It would be a great help.
I've been inside some of the ones that are almost done and the differences between the interiors seem endless.
Thanks!

Catrionanich · 07-10-2017 10:41AM

Hi Everyone,

Just wondering if people know if there are many 3 bedroom houses still available and how long after you put the 6 grand down do you have to put the full deposit down.

Thinking of taking a drive up tomorrow to have a look.

MONEILL90 · 07-10-2017 10:52AM

Catrionanich wrote: »

Hi Everyone,

Just wondering if people know if there are many 3 bedroom houses still available and how long after you put the 6 grand down do you have to put the full deposit down.

Thinking of taking a drive up tomorrow to have a look.

Hi,
I'm not sure if there are any left. There might be a couple of 3 bed mid terrace. I put my 6k on an end house at the start of September and there was only about 6 houses left. Mine hasn't been started yet but there are some that are almost complete (these are sold). From. What I'm told, they are building more phases.
Since putting my holding deposit down I haven't heard anything back about contracts. We were told that the rest of the deposit is expected on return of the signed contracts.

Catrionanich · 07-10-2017 11:10AM

Thanks so much for getting back to me.

Going to go up tomorrow to have a look...
What are the gardens like do you know?

I'm wondering if they'll be planning another phase to their development as well.

Sarahjane226 · 07-10-2017 07:10PM

Catrionanich wrote: »

Thanks so much for getting back to me.

Going to go up tomorrow to have a look...
What are the gardens like do you know?

I'm wondering if they'll be planning another phase to their development as well.

According to planning permission there's looking to be another probably 30 or 40 houses to be built.

Back gardens are 15metre long, front garden will be paved and fit 2 cars if not 4 (they said they're likely to have space behind the cars) seems to be long.

Anyone live in Kilheale Manor?

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