New development Somerton ,NewCastle Road,Lucan

izzyflusky · 02-01-2018 4:08pm

climber59 wrote: »

I was coming on to ask the exact same thing! I was wondering if there was camping/queuing from the night before for phase one. I thought it had died down but heard a few stories recently about other new developments.

We really have our hearts set on getting a house in Somerton in the next phase so keeping everything crossed.

Any word on when they will be going on sale? Approx dates, etc?

climber59 · 02-01-2018 4:12pm

No. They've said Spring 2018 any time I've asked which is fairly vague. I get the impression they don't know themselves to be honest, I guess it all depends on how the building is going.

izzyflusky · 02-01-2018 4:17pm

Spring is so broad! I was hoping next month. Applying for my mortgage at the end of this month hopefully.

What type do you have in mind?

I drove past last night (live in the area) and it's hard to see with the fences but it looks like it's nearly there. Windows are in at least.

climber59 · 02-01-2018 4:20pm

I know, we're keeping an eye on a few developments and they all say Spring 2018. We're looking at the 3 bed mid terrace. We drove by on Sunday as well and it was hard to see although it does look to be coming along. We have all our stuff sorted - we only missed the last phase by a couple of weeks! With any luck they'll come out quickly and we'll both get what we want

izzyflusky · 02-01-2018 4:32pm

I changed jobs so I needed to wait for probation. Altough my new employer said they would wave it when they found out but it was too late then. Hopefully I will have everything sorted this time around.
I also know another family who are interested too, but I'm just worried about the demand and the queues.

climber59 · 02-01-2018 4:35pm

I'm sure it will be grand.

I thought the queuing had stopped but I met a couple the other day who queued overnight for a place in Wicklow early last year and they didn't even get one! If you hear anything keep us posted and I'll do the same.

izzyflusky · 02-01-2018 4:45pm

Well I decided to ring and ask and I was told that people just showed up on the day and it went smoothly (their words) so no camping outside or anything. Let's see what way it works this time.

xalot · 02-01-2018 4:57pm

I phoned them a couple of weeks ago and they said they were hoping to launch in late February but it was now looking like it would be March - at least.
They wouldn't give me an indication of how much of a price increase there would be (if any) from the first phase.

I'm interested in the Maple style but there are only a handful of those and I think we might be priced out in the next launch.

Does anyone have any idea of the price of the House Type 05 that's listed on their planning application? They're a 4 bed deep plan semi d but none of those type launched in the first phase.

climber59 · 02-01-2018 5:48pm

Yep when I asked today, they said the prices are static at the moment but they’ll let me know if they change. Hoping they’ll stay the same but unlikely given the level of interest I imagine. We were just on the borderline so could be priced out completely.

No idea on the house type mentioned sorry!

shaila · 03-01-2018 9:57pm

Received dimensions for the ash type, found that HWC and adjacent space takes out 5.24 sq.m out of the living area.
Thereby reducing the living area to 15.65 sq.m. Looks like very bad utilization of space in the living area.

Please find the floor dimensions for anyone interested.

Ash Dimensions.PNG

Jigg79 · 04-01-2018 1:26am

Hi @izzyflusky @climber59
For phase one I queued the evening before the launch date. The security man said we would be there all night but I had heard that someone would call by with numbers. After about 1.5hrs one of the main sellers arrived and issued us a number for the next day.

Been told last month that the show houses would be ready for February but perhaps it is delayed now until March. I'd imagine that's when phase 2 will be sold.

Seems to be about 20 houses almost complete right now.

izzyflusky · 04-01-2018 9:18am

Jigg79 wrote: »

Hi @izzyflusky @climber59
For phase one I queued the evening before the launch date. The security man said we would be there all night but I had heard that someone would call by with numbers. After about 1.5hrs one of the main sellers arrived and issued us a number for the next day.

Been told last month that the show houses would be ready for February but perhaps it is delayed now until March. I'd imagine that's when phase 2 will be sold.

Seems to be about 20 houses almost complete right now.

Thanks! And have they given you a timeline for the one you bought?

Jigg79 · 04-01-2018 6:01pm

izzyflusky wrote: »

Thanks! And have they given you a timeline for the one you bought?

Been told June but I'm sure it will be later.

Jigg79 · 04-01-2018 6:03pm

Go to YouTube forward slash K8-lDwBGBF8 and you can see the latest from Somerton.

climber59 · 09-01-2018 1:02pm

Hi @Jigg79 - sorry I missed this last week. Thanks for the update. As a matter of interest, what time did you start queuing at and where there many there?

Hopefully you'll get in without too much delay!

izzyflusky · 09-01-2018 11:03pm

I was trying to look this up but do any of the houses have driveways?

xalot · 10-01-2018 10:17am

izzyflusky wrote: »

I was trying to look this up but do any of the houses have driveways?

Most do, from what I can tell of the simulated plan. Some have lay by parking to the side. The driveways dont seem to have divisions between the houses though. See 3mins into this video for a drive through simulation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YnBwfhs5Lc

xalot · 11-01-2018 12:06pm

Quick question for anyone who has bought. Do they give you the option for an extension when you put down your deposit or is the planning permission just in place for you to do it yourself?

I see from the plans that some house types come with an extension option and was wondering how that works?

Jigg79 · 12-01-2018 12:15am

climber59 wrote: »

Hi @Jigg79 - sorry I missed this last week. Thanks for the update. As a matter of interest, what time did you start queuing at and where there many there?

Hopefully you'll get in without too much delay!

Hey. I got there about 6pm and left at maybe 8pm or earlier. There were about 5 cars queuing at the time.

climber59 · 12-01-2018 9:47am

Thanks a mil for that - it's really good to have the info.

LKJ80 · 12-01-2018 11:12am

Hi, This may already be answered in a previous thread, but does anyone know when phase 2 is due for release? Have tried to get answers from Savills, but not get any response to my calls/queries. Also does anyone know on the plans which houses will be included in the release?

climber59 · 12-01-2018 11:17am

They were saying end of February but are now saying it's looking like March. They said we'll get plenty of notice so hopefully that's true.

The Rook · 15-01-2018 9:00pm

Hi all

Like many on here I'm interested in a Phase 2 house in the Somerton development, but one HUGE sticking point for me is the proximity of the proposed traveller site to the Somerton development.

I know that they've said that this has been relocated to Tandy's lane, but does anyone know exactly where that is in relation to the phase 2 development?

From looking at the original site plans (2016) on SDCC website it seems as the proposed location is less than a kilometre from the houses that are going to be launched for phase 2, but not knowing the area (or what's been going on with the plans) I'm not sure if anyone on here would have a better grasp of the geography than I would?

Additionally it seems (going from the July 2017 development plans that were submitted to SDCC) that a large part of the development which was originally proposed as houses has now been changed to 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Disappointing, but not unprecedented I guess.

Any information is appreciated!

LKJ80 · 16-01-2018 12:22pm

@The Rook - Very valid point and that is a cause of concern for me too in relation to the proposed traveller site. You mention the July 2017 development plans. Do you have a link to a copy of this doc that you can share? Also you mention the houses that are going to be launched for phase 2. Do you have sight of which houses are to be included in phase 2? Thanks

Elukaa · 16-01-2018 4:29pm

Hi , i know this thread is a bit old but just looking for a bit of information. I am currently looking at buying a 4 bedroom house on somerton grove in the first phase of building. I am just a bit concerned as the only available houses seem to be 3 houses in a row . Numbers 4,6 and 8. Would anyone know why this row wasn't picked? Feel a bit wary buying there now.

Thanks

three putt · 16-01-2018 9:38pm

It seems strange that if there was so much interest/demand for houses in this development - as per previous comments on this thread - that there are still properties available (number 4, 6 and 8 Somerton Grove). Anyone know why this is? Are there issues with these particular houses?

Elukaa · 16-01-2018 9:47pm

That's why I am concerned. Was onto the estate agent about it but waiting on their reply. Really love the somerton development but very nervous now about purchasing one of these houses as seems odd that nearly one whole row hasn't sold.

New2018 · 17-01-2018 1:46pm

Hi I’m just wondering if anyone on here has a floor plan of the 3 story 5 bedroom semi detached house. We have the brochure but this house doesn’t seem to be in it.
Thank you

xalot · 17-01-2018 2:00pm

Copy attached. You'll find all house types and plans here
http://www.sdublincoco.ie/index.aspx?pageid=6431&regref=SDZ16A/0005&r=&l=&prop=&name=

izzyflusky · 17-01-2018 2:04pm

Was there a priceguide for those?

xalot · 17-01-2018 2:07pm

izzyflusky wrote: »

Was there a priceguide for those?

nope. I imagine somewhere between the 4 bed detached (470) and the 5 bed detached (575) but that's just a guess.

The Rook · 17-01-2018 2:24pm

LKJ80 wrote: »

@The Rook - Very valid point and that is a cause of concern for me too in relation to the proposed traveller site. You mention the July 2017 development plans. Do you have a link to a copy of this doc that you can share? Also you mention the houses that are going to be launched for phase 2. Do you have sight of which houses are to be included in phase 2? Thanks

You can see it all here!

http://www.sdublincoco.ie/viewdocument.aspx?fileid=5922700

shaila · 18-01-2018 8:44pm

Hi ,

For anyone who booked in Phase 1 ASH type house,the boiler and HWC are now been moved.HWC is moved to utility from the living room and the boiler is in the kitchen.Please find the layout picture attached incorporating the changes.

Missy28 · 20-01-2018 11:19am

Hi all, I'm interested in buying in phase 2 of Somerton and am finding all your info really helpful. Can I ask about the 10k booking deposit, do they need to see full mortgage approval along with this? We've been approved for the help to buy scheme aswell but currently still in mortgage approval process. Thanks in advance for any advice you can give.

Macaroon · 20-01-2018 10:49pm

Missy28 wrote: »

Hi all, I'm interested in buying in phase 2 of Somerton and am finding all your info really helpful. Can I ask about the 10k booking deposit, do they need to see full mortgage approval along with this? We've been approved for the help to buy scheme aswell but currently still in mortgage approval process. Thanks in advance for any advice you can give.

Hey,
Approval in principle is sufficient along with the €10k to secure a property, and then you’ll need full mortgage approval for signing contracts.
Good luck!

Missy28 · 21-01-2018 12:39am

Macaroon wrote: »

Hey,
Approval in principle is sufficient along with the €10k to secure a property, and then you’ll need full mortgage approval for signing contracts.
Good luck!

Thank you for replying @macaroon Can I ask if you experienced putting the booking deposit down? If so what was the process? See a house you want from plans say you want it and then reserve w your documents? Or if someone else on this thread who has gone through the process of putting booking deposit down can please advise I just want to gauge how it could go when they release phase 2. Thanks again.

Macaroon · 21-01-2018 10:51pm

Missy28 wrote: »

Thank you for replying @macaroon Can I ask if you experienced putting the booking deposit down? If so what was the process? See a house you want from plans say you want it and then reserve w your documents? Or if someone else on this thread who has gone through the process of putting booking deposit down can please advise I just want to gauge how it could go when they release phase 2. Thanks again.

It’s good if you know beforehand which house you want, or a selection of possibilities. On the day you need your approval in principle letter from your bank, €10k deposit and solicitors details. Not sure about HTB docs. If you register before the release date the estate agent will send out an email notification of what’s needed on the day, and at that stage you should know what houses are being released in phase 2.

Missy28 · 21-01-2018 11:20pm

Macaroon wrote: »

It’s good if you know beforehand which house you want, or a selection of possibilities. On the day you need your approval in principle letter from your bank, €10k deposit and solicitors details. Not sure about HTB docs. If you register before the release date the estate agent will send out an email notification of what’s needed on the day, and at that stage you should know what houses are being released in phase 2.

Perfect thanks, yeah I'm registered with them so I'll see what info they provide me with. The Ash is our preference but I'm sure they'll be in high demand. Hopefully it won't be crazy ques on the day.

LKJ80 · 23-01-2018 12:51pm

Hi All,
The post that was put up recently with the drone footage on you tube of Somerton at end of Dec was great to see...

From walking past the site last weekend, it looks like lots more has been done. If anyone knows of anymore drone footage or aerial shots can they post here......my curiosity is getting the better of me!! Only so much you can see through the fence!

Rock123 · 24-01-2018 6:29pm

Hi All,

Does anybody know when the possession of Phase 1 is going to be given?

thanks in advance.

Jigg79 · 29-01-2018 9:43pm

LKJ80 wrote: »

Hi All,
The post that was put up recently with the drone footage on you tube of Somerton at end of Dec was great to see...

From walking past the site last weekend, it looks like lots more has been done. If anyone knows of anymore drone footage or aerial shots can they post here......my curiosity is getting the better of me!! Only so much you can see through the fence!

https://youtu.be/lEEjcU5mHb8

New2018 · 14-02-2018 12:22am

Hi all,
Just wondering does anyone know when the show houses will be ready? We are hoping to buy in Phase 2 so are really keen to see what the houses look like.
Thanks

LKJ80 · 14-02-2018 10:19am

New2018 wrote: »

Hi all,
Just wondering does anyone know when the show houses will be ready? We are hoping to buy in Phase 2 so are really keen to see what the houses look like.
Thanks

The latest I heard from Savills is that the Phase 2 launch will be at the end of March. Not sure if the show houses will be available to view before that though. Unless anyone else has heard anything different?

xalot · 14-02-2018 10:40am

The youtube footage has a new update
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJbCqyM-_Rw

coming along nicely. I read somewhere that only 35 houses will launch in the next phase, from the footage it looks like most of those will be semi d's at the top end of the development (beside the park). They didn't launch at all in the last phase and I'm very curious what their price point will be.

climber59 · 14-02-2018 10:57am

The last I got was early/mid March so looks like it's been pushed back again.

That's interesting about the 35 houses, where did you see that? I'd love to know which section is going on sale next!

xalot · 14-02-2018 11:45am

climber59 wrote: »

The last I got was early/mid March so looks like it's been pushed back again.

That's interesting about the 35 houses, where did you see that? I'd love to know which section is going on sale next!

https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/homes-and-property/new-to-market/new-homes-schemes-in-south-dublin-1.3364123

The foundations for the houses 69 - 80 appear to be laid so I reckon they'll definitely be in the next phase. See attachment.

climber59 · 14-02-2018 11:48am

Oh yeah well spotted!

grangegorman · 15-02-2018 8:15pm

Just wondering does anyone have a concern that the house in Somerton are timber frame and not traditional block built? Worried we would hear everything that your neighbour is doing....

HMcM · 15-02-2018 9:41pm

Somerton are launching their Show Village this March. Dates TBC.

Interested to know what the demand is like for semi-d’s!

Shackleton show homes are launching tomorrow.

climber59 · 16-02-2018 4:38pm

grangegorman wrote: »

Just wondering does anyone have a concern that the house in Somerton are timber frame and not traditional block built? Worried we would hear everything that your neighbour is doing....

I don't know enough personally but this is from the IT: https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/homes-and-property/timber-framed-vs-traditional-houses-which-are-better-1.2989886

New development Somerton ,NewCastle Road,Lucan

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