Boasting an enviable position on the fringe of this popular town while offering fabulous countryside surroundings, Castle Road is certainly a peaceful place to call home. This development is well located for accessing the High Street amenities - a short walk away - and enjoys easy access to the neighbouring towns of Westhill and Inverurie.
We recently caught up with the Kirkwood team members who have brought Castle Road to life, and asked what they love most about this superb development - and why it's the perfect fit for a variety of buyers who are searching for their dream home in Alford…
Michelle Kidd, Sales Advisor
“As someone who interacts with potential buyers every day, I can safely say that it’s definitely the community aspect of Alford that attracts people to the development; it really is a lovely place to call home with a strong community spirit.
“Our homes are set on the periphery of the town, so the centre is easily accessible, and you have stunning views of the hills and surrounding countryside. The schooling and community campus are excellent, which is why the development is so appealing for couples and families of all ages, right through to downsizers.
“I think the overall landscaping and style and quality of the homes is my favourite thing about the development - they sit beautifully within the surrounding area.”
Jake Florence, Construction Director
“Personally, I love the way the site blends in so well with existing properties, including homes with red tiled roofs which certainly catch your eye on your approach to the town. Once completed, the flow of Castle Road will work beautifully, and that’s a sign of a carefully considered development.
“As well as the flow and layout of the site, the views at Castle Road are amazing. Having been brought up in the countryside myself with views towards Bennachie, I know how special it is to grow up amongst lovely surroundings. At Castle Road you have fantastic views across the countryside towards the peaks of Mither Tap and Oxen Craig on my favourite local hill - which is of course, Bennachie!”
Allan Rae, Land Director
“Alford is an active and vibrant community, surrounded by beautiful Aberdeenshire countryside with views out to Bennachie and across the Vale of Alford. There are a range of services and facilities in the village, including a great school campus, shops and cafes, Haughton Country Park, Alford Golf Club, and the Transport Museum to name a few – all of which adds to the attractiveness of Castle Road as a place to live.
“I really like the setting of the site, just on the edge of the village with great views of the surrounding countryside, but it is still very much connected to the village, with everything you could need on the doorstep. The site layout has an open feel, complemented by the housing designs which fit the character of the area perfectly.”
Jon Morrison, Senior Architectural Technologist
“To ensure the homes are built to a high standard and meet the needs of our potential customers here, we installed some unique architectural features within our selection of homes at Castle Road. The generously sized bedrooms all have built-in wardrobes as standard, which is ideal for couples and families searching for space to grow, but equally appeals to downsizers who may have family visiting regularly.
“I think the open space within the development is my favourite thing about Castle Road. We positioned ‘The Morven’ housetype to face the road because its distinctive design complements the overall look of the development, creating an attractive impression to passers by and residents of Alford.”
Aaron Macaskill, Technical Director
“As a team, we continually adapt and update our homes with each development and phase to meet our customers’ feedback. This includes the addition of home office spaces, flexible living areas on the ground floor and modern heating systems with smart home controls. This allows residents to enjoy modern, comfortable lifestyles in a home which has been built to a truly exceptional standard.
“I would say my favourite thing about Castle Road is the sense of placemaking and integration with the local community. Alford has a really strong sense of community spirit, with many people choosing to live here because it’s where they grew up, or they’re somehow connected to the area. Castle Road is positioned right as you drive into the town, and is only minutes from the local Community Campus, which ties it in really well with the existing community here.”
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