New homes in Glasgow's south side & East Renfrewshire 

Builder: Gladedale (Central Scotland) Ltd 
Development: Richmond Gate
Location: Oatlands
Accessed from: Polmadie Road
Contact: 0141 429 8765  

Properties: Range of two and three bed apartments and four bedroom townhouses   

Overview: Waterside living is as popular as ever and this is exactly what is on offer at Gladedale's Richmond Gate development in Oatlands. The leading housebuilder - formerly Bett Homes - has just released additional apartments to meet demand at its highly sought after development on the banks of the River Clyde.

The first block of apartments has sold out and a second phase of 17 riverside apartments has just been launched. Gladedale has captured the very best of riverside living in these striking six storey buildings comprising two and three bedroom apartments which combine panoramic views and a pleasant living environment with all the benefits of a city centre location.

Website: www.gladedale.com/



Builder: Westpoint Homes
Development: Utopia 2
Location: Pollokshaws
Accessed from: Barrland Street
Contact: 0800 587 0222

Properties: One and two bedroom apartments available

Overview: Westpoint Homes has recently released the eagerly awaited fourth phase of its award winning Utopia at Southgate development. Just minutes from Glasgow City Centre and the regenerated Shawlands area, Utopia 2 enjoys an ideal setting within Glasgow's stylish Southside. In addition to Westpoint's already exceptional level of specification, the new apartments at Utopia 2 include a professionally designed kitchen with chrome fittings, a full range of modern "must have" appliances, beautifully furnished and tiled wet areas featuring Scope Bathrooms sanitaryware and tiling from Porcelanosa, a choice of floor coverings throughout, secure parking and elevator access to all floors. Residents can also enjoy a host of amenities and attractions on their doorstep including fashionable wine and cocktail bars, local delicatessens, quirky restaurants and the beautifully maintained Queens Park.



Builder: Dickie Homes
Development: Parkside 
Location: Shawlands
Accessed from: Tantallon Road
Contact: 0141 633 6060

Properties: 2 bedroom apartments, 3 & 4 bedroom duplexes 

Overview: Shawlands is the hub of Glasgow's South Side; it is into this vibrant community that Dickie Homes has launched the first phase of its new "Parkside" development offering 2 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom duplexes. Parkside is rapidly emerging as a wholly appropriate new tenement building, a return to its roots for house builder Dickie Homes which created many of the fine tenements in the nearby Mount Florida area in the late nineteenth century,

Every apartment offers spacious, well specified accommodation, with superb fully fitted kitchens, covered secured parking and lift access to each level.  There will certainly be choice; 45 homes are being created with 23 differing apartment styles.

Website: www.dickiehomes.com/ 



Builder: McCarthy & Stone  
Development: Riverton Court
Location: Newlands
Accessed from: Riverford Road  
Contact: 0141 632 9692

Properties: Apartments ranging from one to two bedrooms in size

Overview: Like all McCarthy & Stone developments, Riverton Court is specially designed for people over 60 who are looking for both security and independence.  In addition to their own private apartment and the central lounge, residents have the use of shared facilities like a lift, a laundry room, a guest suite and landscaped gardens - all fully maintained by a service team. Located in this highly desirable area, Newlands is less than four miles from Glasgow City Centre and offers a mix of quality Victorian and modern buildings.  The development itself is well located for the local amenities and regular bus services operate on Kilmarnock Road travelling to Shawlands, Glasgow and Ayrshire.



Builder: Tulloch Homes      
Development: Greenbank Gate          
Location : Newlands
Accessed from: Netherauldhouse Road
Contact: 0141 632 8089

Properties: Two and three bedroom ensuite apartments over three floors

Overview: Asymmetric balconies add to the contemporary style of this landmark building, occupying a corner position next to the traditional villas of Netherauldhouse Road and leafy Auldhouse Park. Inside, each apartment has a bright, open plan living space, two or three bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom, and Tulloch Homes' excellent specification including stainless steel Zanussi appliances and Porcelanosa wall tiling. Patio doors leading to the balconies add to the feeling of light and space, as demonstrated by Tulloch Homes' show apartment. Plus, as well as ample residents parking, there is a cycle store - ideal for enjoying the delights of nearby Pollok Park, whilst Silverburn and the M77 can be reached in five minutes by car.



Builder: Imagine
Development: Water's Edge
Location: Cathcart
Accessed from: Holmlea Road/Clarkston Road
Contact: 0141 229 0808

Properties: 2 bedroom apartments and penthouses

Overview: At Water's Edge, fifteen spacious and affordable new homes are being created, picturesquely located on the banks of the River Cart. Open plan in nature, these spacious, high-spec, two bedroom apartments provide bright airy living areas offering flexibility for today's modern lifestyle.

Each living area is complemented by French doors to Paris balconies or provides access to impressive private terraces, emphasising the feeling of space and dispersing natural light throughout each apartment. All apartments are finished to the highest quality including Porcelanosa floor and wall tiling to kitchen and bathroom areas, which form a balance of practicality yet chic design. Ample resident secure private parking is available and nearby rail and bus routes offer direct access to the City Centre.



Builder: Bellway Homes
Development: Cassilton Gardens 
Location: Castlemilk
Accessed from: Blaeloch Drive
Contact: 0141 634 4956

Properties: A selection of two and three bedroom terraced homes, three-bedroom semi-detached properties and four and three-bedroom detached villas.

Overview: Those keen to move up the next step of the property ladder have recognised and taken advantage of the excellent homes on offer at Bellway Homes' Cassilton Gardens development, Castlemilk. Contemporary in design with a quality specification throughout, all properties at Cassilton Gardens have been designed with flexibility and comfort in mind, utilising all available space to maximum effect.

With a number of house types available, the development easily caters for a wide selection of homeowners, from first-time buyers and young couples taking advantage of the stylish and competitively priced two-bedroom, terraced Cumbrae housetypes to family buyers seeing the appeal of the spacious four-bedroom detached Oronsay.

Website: www.bellway.co.uk/scotlandwest/home.htm



Builder: Dickie Homes
Development: Picketlaw
Location: Carmunnock
Accessed from: Busby Road
Contact: 0141 633 6060

Properties: The development is all of four and five bedroom detached homes in their own substantial plots

Overview:  Picketlaw, Carmunnock has proved to be a spectacularly successful development, with a selection of large luxury 4 & 5 bedroom detached homes in a sought after and peaceful location. The small village of Carmunnock provides its residents with a truly rural lifestyle, and yet this pocket of tranquility is only minutes from Glasgow and East Kilbride.  Protected by its conservation status and benefiting from the Carmunnock Bypass, the village remains one of Scotland's most desirable places to live.

Picketlaw has been meticulously planned to create minimal impact and offer discerning buyers a rare opportunity to secure a luxury property in this sought after setting.  Just two homes remain available.

Website: www.dickiehomes.com/



Builder: Mactaggart & Mickel
Development: Aidan's Brae    
Location: Clarkston     
Summary: Aidan's Brae, off Mearns Road
Contact: 0141 639 7826

Properties: Two bedroom townhouse, three bedroom duplex apartment, three bedroom townhouse

Overview: Aidan's Brae is a pioneering development in one of Glasgow's firmly established suburbs. Comprising of 28 homes in total, its innovative design has made it hugely popular amongst homeseekers in search of originality and flexible modern living. Homebuyers can't fail to be impressed by the building's striking facade which is dominated by cleverly positioned windows to create an exterior of interest, bringing city chic to this desirable location.

Website: www.macmic.co.uk/mmnew/index.asp



Builder: McCarthy & Stone
Development: Aidan's View          
Location: Clarkston
Summary: Aidan's Brae, off Mearns Road
Contact: 0141 632 5678

Properties: Apartments ranging from one to two bedrooms in size

Overview: Providing all the facilities needed for easy retirement living, this £5 million development has been designed to blend in with its surroundings in the popular Glasgow vicinity of Clarkston.  Inside Aidan's View, McCarthy & Stone has incorporated tried and tested features like a 24-hour personal emergency system, video security, a comfortable residents' lounge, laundry room and lift. Within each self-contained apartment, kitchens include colour-coordinated worktops, tiles and cabinets that are modern and pleasing to the eye - the kitchen as a whole is designed to be safe, easy and convenient to use. Another thoughtful touch is the lever taps in the kitchen and bathroom that are so much easier to use than conventional taps.



Builder: Dickie Homes
Location: Craigend of Capelrig
Development: Newton Mearns
Summary: Lomond Drive
Contact: 0141 633 6060

Properties: Two and three bedroom apartments

Overview: Craigend of Capelrig in Newton Mearns is a prestigious address that has proved extremely attractive.  The rural backdrop is immediately evident with the site abutting a series of mature deciduous trees that will provide a canopy in the summer months.

Eighteen innovatively designed, high specification 2 and 3 bedroom luxury apartments are being created in this quiet backwater, offering potential purchasers peace and quiet, with the added assurance that they are dealing with one of West Scotland's longest established developers and one with a superb reputation for quality of build and service.  The formula is clearly tempting with 50% of the available homes being created sold from plan when the site was launched; in the immediate post Christmas period, early year interest is very strong.

Website: www.dickiehomes.com/



Builder: Mactaggart & Mickel
Location: Manderston Gardens
Development: Westacres, Newton Mearns
Summary: Westacres Road, off Barrhead Road
Contact: 0141 639 7826

Properties: Four and five bedroom detached villas

Overview: Manderston Gardens is an elegant development of executive homes which have been greatly received by families keen to locate to this aspiring community offering good leisure and general community facilities.

Mactaggart & Mickel's hallmark for traditional hand crafted homes is evident at Manderston Gardens. The second phase provides a range of larger, newly designed family homes. The stylish kitchens and modern bathrooms are in keeping with the quality and style expected of such discerning homes. A fabulous new showhome has just opened.

Website: www.macmic.co.uk/mmnew/index.asp