homes you ll love in aberdeen 2017 inside this edition Take a look at Aberdeen s leafy West End Homes for upsizers and downsizers Buying your first home? We can help The Meadows, coming soon! Why wait? We ve got homes ready now discover JANUARY 2017 1
The 5 bedroom Devonshire at The Grange The Dandara team have made our journey to our lovely new home so much easier and so reassuring. Our home is beautifully finished and many of our friends have remarked on how good the final touches are. Caroline Smith, homeowner at Hazelwood The 4 bedroom Spruce at Hazelwood The Devonshire entrance hall space to live and room to GROW DANDARA S 4 & 5 BEDROOM HOMES IN ABERDEEN S WEST END OFFER THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF SPACE, STYLE & LOCATION. The 4 bedroom Maple at Hazelwood The award-winning range of 4 and 5 bedroom detached homes at Hazelwood and The Grange also feature our signature level of specification and finish to deliver the quality and comfort you deserve. Within walking distance of the nearby Hazlehead Country Park, and offering easy access to the nearby Arnall and Prime4 Business Parks and the city centre, these homes are ideal for families, or those keen to invest in a spacious, stylish, low-maintenance home that will meet their needs for years to come. Homes at Hazelwood start from 489,950 - full details available by calling 01224 310 178, or visit dandara.com. Show homes open 7 days a week. 2 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 3
The Ash 3 at Fairley Grove We ve had a fantastic experience buying our new home from Dandara. Our house in Stoneywood is a perfect family home. The customer support has been genuinely first class since we moved in which has been greatly appreciated and made the experience all the better. Colin Thompson, homeowner at Stoneywood your next chapter STARTS HERE The Baldwin at Fairley Grove Open-plan living in The Townhouse UPSIZING OR DOWNSIZING, YOU DON T HAVE TO COMPROMISE - OUR 3 BEDROOM HOMES COME WITH QUALITY & VALUE BUILT-IN. Whether you need more space for the family, or are ready to make the move to a more manageable, low-maintenance property, we have the home that s right for you. Hazelwood and Stoneywood: our award-winning three storey Townhouse features a stunning dual aspect, open-plan living area on the first floor, and a unique garden room on the ground floor. Fairley Grove, Kingswells: fans of contemporary open-plan living, will love our new-style Ash 3 home; or if you prefer a more traditional room arrangement, then the superb Baldwin is sure to tick all the right boxes. Homes at Fairley Grove start from 268,500. For full details please call us on: 01224 310 178 or visit dandara.com Show homes open 7 days a week. Garden room in The Townhouse 4 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 5
My experience with Dandara was great from start to finish. The Sales Rep. was very personable and professional and the after-sales team were fantastic...would definitely recommend them! Mr Kufre Uwem, homeowner at Waterton Mews The Ash 2 at Waterton Mews The Ash 2 there s a first time for EVERYTHING OUR STYLISH 1 & 2 BEDROOM HOMES INCLUDE LOTS OF GREAT FEATURES FOR FIRST TIME HOMEOWNERS. The Studio Unlike an older property which might need time and money spending on it, these 1 and 2 bedroom homes come complete with brand new bathrooms, kitchens, and appliances so you can move straight in! The Studio, Waterton Mews: this award-winning one bedroom apartment is ideal for single occupancy, and features an open plan living space and stylish bathroom. The Ash 2, Hazelwood & Waterton Mews: with a new open plan kitchen-dining-living space, our 2 bedroom Ash 2 is proving to be a very popular choice for first time home owners. The Studio at Waterton Mews Homes at Waterton Mews start from 126,800 For full details call 01224 719 900, or visit dandara.com Show homes open 7 days a week. 6 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 7
setting the STANDARD WHEN YOU INVEST IN A DANDARA HOME, AWARD WINNING DESIGN AND BUILD QUALITY AND A SUPERB LEVEL OF SPECIFICATION ARE INCLUDED AS STANDARD. We do love our house and all friends & family who have been round have been very impressed with the quality & finish. We would recommend Dandara houses to others; we certainly know that we have bought a good quality house that has a great finish in all aspects. Brian Smith, homeowner at Stoneywood 1. Kitchens Our contemporary, German-manufactured kitchens have been designed with functionality and practicality in mind. Featuring luxurious solid stone worktops, integral appliances and stylish chrome mixer tap they really are the heart of the home. 1 6 6. Decoration & Internal Finish Walls and ceilings are decorated in calming neutral tones and internal woodwork is finished in white gloss to provide the perfect canvass you can personalise to suit your individual taste. 2. Bedrooms Bedrooms are well planned and many feature built-in wardrobes or integral storage as standard. 3. Bathrooms & En-Suites Our elegantly designed bathrooms include a contemporary white porcelain suite, contemporary polished chrome taps, chrome towel rail and fully integrated storage concealed behind mirrored vanity units. Bathroom floors are fully tiled and we offer you a choice of quality pre-selected porcelain wall tiles. 2 5 8 9 7 7. Electrical Chrome sockets and switches are included in the hall, lounge, kitchen and dining room, with telephone sockets in the lounge, master bedroom, study / bedroom four where applicable. Sky Plus master point to lounge with Sky Plus Multiroom to master bedroom. TV point to all other bedrooms and study where applicable. 8. Lighting We install recessed down lighting to the hall, landing, kitchen, bathrooms and all en-suites and provide pendant light fittings in the lounge, dining room, bedrooms, study and family rooms. 4. Joinery Most homes feature a hardwood staircase in either oak or walnut. All internal doors are finished in either oak or walnut veneer and fitted with attractive contemporary chrome door handles. 10 9. Fire Safety A mains smoke detector system with battery back-up pack is fitted as standard for additional peace of mind. 5. Energy Efficiency & Central Heating All of our homes are highly insulated and fitted with thermally and acoustically efficient, future proof double-glazed upvc windows as standard. The latest energy-efficient, gas-fired condensing system boiler provides central heating and hot water with either under floor heating or thermostatically controlled radiators. 3 4 11 10. External Doors All homes are fitted with high performance pre-finished front and back door with polished chrome door furniture, dead lock and lever latch. 11. Gardens & Landscaping Paths are paved with slabs and front gardens are landscaped and turfed. We fence and seed the rear garden so that you may plan your own landscaping. 8 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 9
LAUNCHING SOON Home is the place which connects us with the people and moments that shape who we become welcome to THE MEADOWS A BRAND NEW COLLECTION OF 2, 3 AND 4 BEDROOM HOMES WITHIN OUR AWARD-WINNING STONEYWOOD ESTATE DEVELOPMENT. Launching soon, The Meadows offers homeowners a range of different house styles to choose from, all in an ideal location within the Stoneywood Estate. Indicative 3 bedroom interior Close to local schools, centres of employment, and with bus, road and rail links to Aberdeen city centre all within easy reach, The Meadows couldn t be in a more convenient location - there s even a Co-operative Food store and Marks & Spencer Simply Food, right on the doorstep! To register for details please call us on: 01224 719 900 or email: themeadows@dandara.com Indicative 3 bedroom interior 10 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 11
The Spruce at Hazelwood ready to make your MOVE The Maple at Hazelwood IF YOU RE READY TO MAKE A MOVE YOU DON T HAVE TO WAIT, WE HAVE A SELECTION OF STUNNING HOMES AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW. If you d love one of our new build homes we have some fabulous new properties ready and waiting just for you, at our award-winning Stoneywood development close to the ABZ and D2 Business Parks; also at Fairley Grove in Kingswells, and our award winning Hazelwood development in Aberdeen s West End. Stoneywood homes ready now from 126,800 Fairley Grove homes ready now from 268,500 Hazelwood homes ready now from 432,450 The Ash 2 at Waterton Mews For full details or to arrange a viewing please call us on: 01224 719 900 or visit dandara.com 12 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 13
1 bedroom apartment Whether you re just starting out, looking for a smart city pad, or a more comfortable, cost-effective alternative to hotel accommodation, you could make your life a whole lot easier when you rent a fully furnished luxury apartment, or stylish townhouse at Forbes Place. Forbes Place, which picked up three 5 Star awards at the UK Property Awards, features lots of little extras to help make your life run more smoothly, like high-speed broadband, onsite management and free parking; transport links to Aberdeen city centre, the ABZ and D2 business parks are all conveniently located nearby. Stylishly furnished High speed broadband included Parking included Balconies or terraces for every apartment Dedicated onsite management Secure grocery & parcel receipt service Co-operative & M&S Simply Food within 5 minutes walk Conveniently located in AB21 9LA We have number of apartments ready to move into now with prices starting from just 660 pcm. FOR FULL DETAILS CONTACT THE DANDARA LIVING TEAM ON: 01224 515 121 OR VISIT FORBESPLACE.COM TO RESERVE OR ARRANGE A VIEWING Studio apartment 2 bedroom concept apartment FORBES PLACE renting made easy FULLY FURNISHED STUDIO, 1 & 2 BED APARTMENTS AND 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSES AVAILABLE NOW AT STONEYWOOD. 2 bedroom traditional apartment 3 bedroom townhouse 14 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 15
Hazlehead Park is a special place for many people in Aberdeen, and events like this help us to restore the park to its former glory. We d like to thank Dandara for their continued sponsorship which allows us to organise this event and make it enjoyable for everyone taking part Donald Shaw, Chairman, Friends of Hazlehead a helping hand for HAZLEHEAD WITH HELP FROM ITS FRIENDS, THE GREEN FLAG AWARD WINNING HAZLEHEAD PARK HAS BECOME ONE OF THE UK S BEST GREEN SPACES. Charity Chairman Donald Shaw and Dandara s Head of Sales Peter Best with some of the budding superheroes at last year s event 5K participants getting into the spirit of things In addition to being popular with walkers, runners and cyclists, the Park in Aberdeen s West End, also provides an important habitat for many native species. The charity, Friends of Hazlehead was formed in 2012 with the aim of improving the Park for the local community. The charity s biggest fundraising event - the 5K Challenge - is back again this year, and Dandara is pleased to be sponsoring this event once again. Last year s Superhero-themed event, attracted around 1,000 participants, cheered on by around 2,000 supporters, raising 20,000 for Park improvements, and this year we hope to attract even more runners in the 5K and children s races. The Dandara 5K Challenge takes place on Sat 9th Sept 2017. To find out more please visit: friendsofhazlehead.co.uk 16 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 17
the international property AWARDS Forbes Place Beech Walk, at Hazelwood IN OCTOBER 2016, DANDARA WAS AWARDED A TOTAL OF NINE PRIZES IN THE UK ROUND OF THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY AWARDS. Forbes Place, Aberdeen s first private rental scheme (PRS) development, was named the UK s best residential high rise development, and also received two further 5-Star awards at the ceremony in London for best apartment (North-east Scotland) for The Studio, and best development marketing (Scotland). Our new three bedroom Cherry bungalow house style at Hazelwood in Aberdeen s West End also received a 5-Star award for best residential property (North-east Scotland), with Beech Walk at Hazelwood and the Townhouse at Stoneywood, also receiving Highly Commended awards. In addition to the five awards for Aberdeen, we also received a five-star accolade for Knights Wood in Tunbridge Wells and two further Highly Commended awards for developments in Kent and Isle of Man. The Townhouse, Waterton Mews 18 JANUARY 2017 JANUARY 2017 19
As a responsible developer we work hard to minimise the effect our business has on the environment. This newsletter has been printed on paper which is FSC certified and rewarded with the EU Ecolabel certification. your dream home AWAITS DISCOVER BEECH WALK AT HAZELWOOD. Stunning 2 & 3 bedroom bungalows now available in Aberdeen s desirable West End. Featuring our award winning design, quality and specification, this superb collection of new energy efficient bungalows offers you the very best in contemporary living. Experience the Dandara difference at Beech Walk. 01224 310 178 dandara.com HAZELWOOD SALES SUITE OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Just off Countesswells Road, Aberdeen. Sat nav ref: AB15 8NB Specification of homes throughout this newsletter may vary subject to house type and build stage. Full details available on request. Details correct at time of going to print. Images indicative only.