Castle Farm Dunboyne

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.

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 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!

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 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 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 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!

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

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.

A really nice estate & we feel builder has added some nice extras. We have looked at two new build in different areas. The huge difficulty I have is the price variation and more especially from phase 1 to 3.

They are hoping to release all the remaining 22 in phase 3 and then the apartments later, % of which are allocated social housing, this is what we have been told. It looks like the phase 3 release will be first week April, where Covid restrictions apply, they are also looking to do appointments from showhouse and no buying off plans. The range 330 to 489...some of the 3bed end are 385 to 395 so the goalposts keep being moved. We were originally interested in 3bed end terrace but have to revise plans based on cost. Maybe it's our utter frustration that it looks like a return to celtic tiger, where we are all sitting outside showrooms hoping you get some house crumbs!

I know the Help to buy has improved options for many & certainly the new affordable scheme when its finalised will make a difference but the prices are insane. Sorry to state the obvious.

Hi,

We’ve reserved a 3 bed end of terrace house in the second phase. We were so disappointed when the prices went up by from 375 to 385, from phase 1 to phase 2. Was a struggle to cover the difference.

We were told it was to cover an increase in building costs and labour due to restrictions etc. People say all prices bumped up by 10,000 in all new estates when the gov increased the htb scheme cap from 20,000 to 30000.

There has to be a crash coming when government supports stop...hate buying a house knowing this, but we need somewhere to live.

The builders have been very decent to deal with and have a good reputation...completed all projects during the last recession. They’ve been lovely to deal with when we asked for small changes, and we’re very open in informing us about the land behind us being zoned for development. They are not like other builders we’ve dealt with, have been open and honest.

The apartments are not high rise, small number and hopefully won’t effect the look and feel of the estate.

Overall we’re super excited to finally move to our own house, in an area where our kids will have a safe walk to school.

I’m hopeful it’ll stay a nice, small development. Such a great location!

Best wishes everyone 🙂

househunter21 wrote: »

489 for a four-bed semi without flooring and kitchen appliances included is very steep.

It’s a lot!!

Prices in the area are just so high! It’s the same price to buy second hand houses in the area needing upgrading.

At least it’s cheaper to buy than renting...

Raighne01 wrote: »

We got out our keys today and the house beside us seem to be in as well!

Congratulations guys! Hoping to be your neighbors soon!