“Initially I considered our Sauchen development ‘The Brambles’ which is just across the road from the Kirkwood Head Office, but after a little more thought, I realised that I actually preferred our smaller Dunecht development, Cowdray Meadows.”

“I chose Cowdray Meadows in the lovely village of Dunecht as it offers wonderful walks within the area for myself and Rosie my labrador to enjoy. The fact it is close to my work was also an added benefit - I’m only a few minutes drive to the Kirkwood offices which is ideal!

“I also love the sense of community here, it’s a friendly place to live. There’s also a local garage and shop for everyday items, an excellent bar and restaurant and a wider range of amenities just a few minutes drive away at Westhill.”

“It’s a bonus to go for a walk without needing the car - with different trails and tracks to choose from, many of which are right on your doorstep - and ideal for dog owners. You can walk up Barmekin Hill or even all the way to the Loch of Skene, there are plenty of options to choose from.”

“It’s difficult to pick out a few things because I love everything about my new home - it’s so spacious and open! I really like the generous hall and the fact that it’s very light and bright, which is something which guests have noticed too when visiting. All the room sizes are ideal, the bedrooms all have built-in wardrobes and there are further storage cupboards to keep everyday items out of sight!

“The kitchen is absolutely perfect for entertaining, it is just the right size and the hub of my home. It's ideal for dining with family and guests, there’s enough space to comfortably seat everyone.

“The patio doors that open up to the garden are just beautiful and are very convenient for both myself and Rosie. Having the enclosed garden also gives me peace of mind - I don’t have to worry about Rosie escaping! The garage is another feature - I have a pass door from the utility room to the garage, so there’s no need to go outside.”

“Although I work for Kirkwood, my job is completely separate from the sales department so it was still a procedure I wasn’t overly familiar with. I would often hear everyone talking about the sales process but had never actually gone through it myself.

“I had regular updates so I knew what was happening and even though I am a member of staff, I still had the sales journey just like any other customer which resulted in feeling well supported through the whole process. Kirkwood also have a new customer care app which is a fantastic tool, easy to navigate and very user friendly. If I have any questions or issues, it’s really helpful as I can quickly submit them on the app and have a speedy response. ”