Church View offers beautiful affordable homes in a tranquil setting close to all amenities

Church View is the latest new development in the village of Kilmacow, Co Kilkenny, and is comprised of 13 beautifully designed three-bedroom homes, constructed to the highest modern standards, with excellent quality finishes, fixtures and fittings.

The development is currently under construction and is now at an advanced stage. The property agents, DNG Reid & Coppinger, will have a show home available in September, but they are currently inviting applications for qualifying purchasers.

The number of units available is limited so they are encouraging those who are interested to submit enquiries without delay.

The Kilkenny County Council portal will soon open for applications, which will be on a first come first served basis/ The fact the development is relatively small will invariably enhance the feeling of community within the area once the houses are occupied.

The A2 rated homes feature some of the latest in energy efficiency and modern construction methods and in an age of ever increasing living costs that will be hugely beneficial to the occupants.

The gross floor area of both the mid-terrace and end-terrace house type is c. 93.9 sqm. / c. 1,011 sq.ft. comprising an entrance hall, WC, kitchen, dining / living room, three generous bedrooms and main family bathroom.

Affordable Purchase Scheme A significant aspect of the development is the fact that all 13 homes are available to purchase with the assistance of the Affordable Purchase Scheme.

That’s a Government initiative through which new home buyers can benefit from a 0% interest equity loan towards the purchase price of their new home. It’s administered by Kilkenny County Council and is targeted at First Times Buyers and Fresh Starters.

The market value of the homes is €325,000 however, the price will depend on applicants personal financial position and qualifying criteria. The following are the maximum and minimum purchase prices after availing of the scheme: Minimum Purchase Price - €248,475 (Max. discount 23.55%) and the Maximum Purchase Price being €308,750 (Subject to income threshold).

To be eligible to apply for Affordable Purchase Scheme, applicants must meet certain income, property and residency criteria and the minimum purchase price under the scheme for this development is €248,475 with a maximum equity stake of 23.55%. No interest is acrued and no repayments are required for the equity stake, for a maximum of 40 years.

When it comes to homes they say it’s all about location, location, location and in that regard the Church View development is ideally situated.

It’s just a 15-minute drive from Waterford City making it an ideal location for commuters who work in the hustle and bustle of the city but don’t want to live there.

It also means that tranquil living is still within easy access of a wide variety of amenities, businesses and services.

As property agents, DNG Reid & Coppinger noted about the development: “With Waterford's cultural attractions, shopping, dining, and entertainment venues all within reach, the development offers the best of both worlds.” South East Technological University (SETU) is also located in Waterford and the level 4 teaching hospital, University Hospital Waterford, is also easily accessible.

Kilmacow village is itself well-served in terms of the local road network and is just a few minutes drive from Waterford City and public transport options are also available with a regular bus service connecting the village to Waterford and other local towns.

For those working or travelling further away the M9 motorway is also easily accessible opening up the south east and providing a direct route to Dublin.

Kilmacow is also a close-knit community and the residents of Church View will benefit from having excellent local shops and pubs close by in addition to a very well run and hugely popular national school.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the area offers scenic walking trails and access to beautiful countryside, perfect for recreational activities.

“This serene and picturesque location offers residents a peaceful village lifestyle, with the added benefit of being just 9.5 kilometres from the vibrant Waterford City,” noted DNG Reid & Coppinger.

With that in mind Church View is the ideal location to consider for the beauty of tranquil, rural living mixed with ready access to everything a city has to offer.

More information on the development and the criteria for the Affordable Purchase Scheme is available upon request from DNG Reid & Coppinger or Kilkenny County Council Affordable Housing Team at http://kilkennycoco.ie/affordable-homes