Testimonials

I used to live near the beach, but now I have the countryside, and I love it.

“I never thought I would leave the place I was living before.”

Ballumbie Rise is peaceful. The site itself is elevated, so from upstairs I can enjoy nice views that span right across to Fife. As we’re situated right on a golf course it’s nice and green. I haven’t had to give up nice walks; now I can walk through the countryside, often without seeing anybody and surrounded by lovely views. My dog is very happy and I’m incredibly happy to not to have sand everywhere in my house like I used to. Although I have to drive to the shops I don’t mind. The lack of cars around means it’s quiet and relaxing.

“It’s really modern, but complementary to the surrounds.”

With a variety of styles, the houses sitting on the wide-open streets are beautiful. They are designed for modern living with their nice dining, kitchen and seating areas. Stewart Milne Homes have paid good attention to detail in their finishes and layouts, and to the layout of the development. Having a new build is just so much nicer than anything second-hand, and I was happy that it was also within my budget.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because they go the extra mile compared to other builders. You don't get lip service; they look after you.

“Dargavel Village II is a quality, upmarket development.”

“These are executive flats, and they look it.”

Our flat is modern and bright with the sunlight coming in from all the windows. We like that although it’s relatively small, it’s quite spacious and has a reasonable amount of storage space. The insulation keeps it warm which, these days, is very important. We can also enjoy the view overlooking the fields and trees from our elevated aspect.

“The building itself, along with the fixtures and fittings, looks to be of high quality.”

It’s generally been good. There haven’t been a lot of snags, just a few minor issues that needed to be resolved but none of them were substantial. Overall, we’re happy with their responsiveness to the snagging items.

The nice, green areas of Dargavel Village II make it stand out compared to others.

There are walking routes very close by for us to enjoy. We also have access to a small shopping centre and a railway line, both conveniently within walking distance.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because of the overall experience and the quality of the build.

“Stewart Milne Homes really look after you.”

“The process with Stewart Milne Homes has been excellent.”

Initially, we weren’t looking to buy a new build because we’d heard horror stories about them. We had no concerns about Stewart Milne Homes themselves, but our minds weren’t really put to rest until we spoke to the sales consultant. Everyone has been open and honest about delays; communication occurred as soon as they were discovered, and situations have been managed well.

“The care doesn’t stop once you move in.”

Being forgotten after moving in was something I wanted to avoid, but that doesn’t happen here. As we were one of the last plots to move in on the development, Sue, the head of the Customer Care department called us to say we should tell her if we had issues because she’ll get someone to fix them as soon as possible. No one makes you feel awkward when you address your issues; there’s no obstruction. It’s been a fantastic aftercare experience.

“When my kids are old enough, I won’t think twice about letting them go to the park alone.”

The Stables has a good vibe to it. My wife and I got a lovely feeling when we first came. Wildlife areas are widespread throughout; there’s one outside my kitchen window. The Stables is still a work in progress, but the play area is great, and the landscaping will look lovely when it’s finished. Having landscaping contributes to the feeling of privacy that’s here, as well as the fact the houses are spaced out. A lot of new builds feel hemmed in, but The Stables doesn’t. Over the road, there are a few established trees, which I like as they weren’t just chopped down for the sake of the houses. Listening to the trees and the birds here can have an incredibly positive impact on mental health too.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because the experience has been positive, and the staff are approachable, friendly and helpful. Sue got in touch to run us through the snagging and when people were coming to sort things. Having that connection with a senior member of the organisation makes you feel like you’re being taken seriously.

“Living in Bayley Croft, we can enjoy the wonderful views across the pond, towards the trees and to the farmers’ fields beyond.”

“A whole range of things make the experience with Stewart Milne Homes a good one”

I like the care that everyone here takes to make sure that everything goes smoothly. When we came to buy the plot, the saleslady, Michelle, knew exactly what we were looking for. She saw that this property was going on the market, so she contacted us to say that she believed the house was just what we wanted. This meant that we were able to get straight in there and reserve the plot.

“It has a great view, and it’s also nice and quiet”

This was important to us because we had both been used to having these views throughout our lives. Like this one, our last home of twenty-five years also had a view across the farmers’ fields and losing that would have been very sad for us. We are so happy that we didn’t have to give that up.
“Bayley Croft is not too big or too small, and it is close to amenities”

It’s a lovely development which is in a really nice location, close to Nantwich. The Nantwich town centre is lovely. We go there quite a bit, and it is really convenient if you want to get the train at Crewe. If we need to visit bigger shops, we’re only a short distance from Crewe, Chester or Stoke. There are a few golf courses around, where I can play a round or two. My wife also likes to use the local swimming pool for her aqua aerobics, so there’s something here for her too. The energy efficient homes are a bonus, especially with fuel costs going up and the home retains the heat, so we are kept nice and warm.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because the staff are nice, the quality of their workmanship is good and, if there are any problems, they sort them out. They take pride in producing very nice homes.

“Stewart Milne Homes build modern, new properties.”

“The quality of the apartments is outstanding.”

My property is south-facing and has a balcony I can access from the living room, which I can enjoy for most of the day in the summer season. I constantly take advantage of this feature. Dargavel Village is landscaped with trees and grass, and that makes the area feel very open plan. Convenience is key and it’s a nice place to walk around. The west end of Glasgow was where I called home previously, so it was a leap to move out to the countryside, but I can visit my daughter and family here. Dargavel Village is a building site right now, but it won’t be long until everything’s cleared; they’re starting to landscape around my apartment.

“There’s a great feel to the place.”

Sainsbury’s is within walking distance and Dargavel Village is very close to the railway station. It only takes twenty minutes to get to the centre of Glasgow from here; I briefly returned there yesterday. I don’t miss it as much as I thought I would; I’m getting quite used to being in Bishopton. Motorways are nearby as well, so Bishopton is very handy for travelling if needed.

“Stewart Milne Homes are there to answer any queries I may have.”

I’m so grateful to Rossana and Ashley as they helped me throughout the process and guided me towards Stewart Milne Homes; I’m glad I went with them. Months ago, Rossana demonstrated the show home and how high quality the décor and tiling was. Carpets and worktop finishing in my property was chosen by me. Normally, I’d find that process difficult, but Rossana assisted me; she spent three hours making sure I’d chosen everything I wanted for my apartment, which was extremely useful.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because of the quality of build, finish, location and friendliness of the Stewart Milne Homes sales staff and building foreman. They can’t do enough for you.

“Stewart Milne Homes cares about the people living in their houses.”

“Ballumbie Rise stands out from boring new builds because it looks different.”

I love it because it’s new and modern. The brickwork is a massive part of it. Rather than rows of white houses, the different colours make the houses look unique. The different layouts create interest and space, so the houses aren’t close together, and the green areas make it even better. It feels welcoming turning into the street by the sales office, and the trees and greenery frame the rest of the development. It’s well thought out, and that’s good.

“They’re great houses in a brilliant location, and at a great price.”

We have the smallest house type, yet our garden is twenty metres long. That’s massive for a new build and it will be so good for spending time with family in summer. Situated on a golf course and surrounded by countryside, it’s not noisy or busy here, and it’s still a convenient ten-minute journey to town.

“A lot of people say new builds have a lot of snags – we didn’t find that.”

The team is great. When we speak to the person in charge of the site, John, he sends the appropriate person to get things sorted quickly. The builders are nice and friendly, and they’re here within hours on the same day to fix things.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because the sales process is good and the houses are good quality.

We enjoy the peace and quiet of Bayley Croft.

“Our plot is tucked away, and we’re surrounded by countryside.”

We’re happy in our small, spacious development. The houses aren’t close together, so it’s nice and private, and it’s lovely having a lot of green space in the area to enjoy. When the attenuation area opens up, that will be a really nice feature that we’ll be able to walk to from our house. The location is handy for Nantwich and the town shops, and it’s convenient to be able to get the train for work. It’s far enough away so we don’t hear the noise of it, but it’s still handy to get to.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…. because of the process from beginning to end, and the updates from Michelle. From the build quality to the responsiveness of the staff, the whole thing has been great.

“The architect has designed a family home, not just a house of bricks and mortar.”

“Monarchs Rise has those finishing touches that none of the other new builds had.”

We love the way the sun pours into every room of our home. The floorplan is spacious with a welcoming flow throughout.

“It’s well laid out, and the houses are individual.”

The homes are well positioned - set out at slightly different angles so each area has a nice view and sunshine. The green areas are well maintained and inviting. The maintenance team responsible for the upkeep do very well. They’re very quick at mowing the lawns in the warmer seasons and they’ve already got the containers out with sand and salt ready for winter. We feel very well looked after.

"The team at Stewart Milne Homes made our move easy.”

We can’t speak more highly of Andrea’s exceptional customer service; she truly went above and beyond even coming in on our day off to make sure we had our keys. Now that we’re in, even though they’re working on the development, everyone is conscientious. They work as a team every step of the way, whether it’s doing the electrics, the plumbing, or even when they’re mono blocking the driveways. They take pride in their skills.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because we haven’t been disappointed. We've been so happy with everything.

“Ballumbie Rise is a very welcoming and quiet neighbourhood.”

Thinking about our future, it was the perfect choice.
Our house is a lot more spacious than we expected, and it’s even bigger in comparison to other new build developments. They’ve designed it to be family oriented, so we know as time goes on there will be room for our family to grow.

“Everyone is friendly, and I get a lot of help from the people onsite if I need it.”

John the Site Manager is very helpful. We can go to him for anything, and if he’s not around himself he’ll get someone else on the case. When we had a small issue with our unit, the joiners came and fixed it without bother.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because the experience we've had from start to finish has been nice, welcoming, and cosy.

“Stewart Milne Homes have been excellent throughout the process”.

“I didn’t have any concerns at all”.

When we researched them online, the reviews were positive and gave us the reassurance we needed to proceed with our purchase. The development, customer service and everything else makes me want to recommend Stewart Milne Homes.

“The house designs aren’t copy-and-pasted”.

All the houses have different features and brickwork, which is important to me as it means the development stands out from other housebuilders.
I love the neighbourhood.

They’ve chosen to build on beautiful surroundings. It’s on a huge patch of land with plenty of greenery, trees and views. Being on the outskirts in a massive field is great because it allows for a quieter way of life.

“The customer service has been fantastic”.

Since we completed on the property, Kirsty and Sian, from sales, and Scott, the service manager, have stopped in and checked to make sure we were okay. Any problems we’ve had have been fixed immediately; this tells us that we went for the right developer when we chose Stewart Milne Homes.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because they always check on you and have been really good. The sales representatives, Sian and Kirsty, have been great throughout.

“Palladian Gardens is quiet, well-spaced out, and has a nice community.”

“It’s not like other new build housing estates.”
Other developers squeeze a lot of houses onto their developments, but at Palladian Gardens there’s a lot of room between each house, and there aren’t many houses on the estate. It’s nice and peaceful, and we’re looking forward to the lovely little nature reserve they will be building at the back that we can walk to from our home. Our neighbours are all good people, so it’s an enjoyable place to live.

The location of Palladian Gardens is ideal.
The accessibility of the local area is great for us. I work in Manchester every day, so having the motorway two minutes away is convenient for my daily commute. The train station to Liverpool and Chester is a five-minute walk away too.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…. It was an easy process and I prefer the build to other companies.

Stewart Milne Homes has the best of both worlds.

“We wanted something with a rural setting that was equally close to amenities”.

Palladian Gardens is on the Wirral Way, which was a real plus for us as we can be tucked away in the countryside, whilst having a train station we can walk to that takes us to Chester or Liverpool. That’s amazing for fuel consumption. Our kids can also go up the Wirral Way on their bikes.

“Palladian Gardens is different to other new build developers”.

Houses here are spaced out well and there are lovely green areas. Other new builds cram houses together, but Stewart Milne Homes have made these more traditionally; they’re set back a bit, which gives the landscaping a more appealing feel. The presentation of the area is lovely.

“Stewart Milne Homes have good quality homes”.

Previously, we owned a new build from a different developer and it was so shoddy, it was unbelievable; Stewart Milnes Homes’ build quality is much better. My dad summed it up best by comparing the home to a car; my old home was a cheap car and this home is luxurious in comparison.
The community is blended well.

Our only concern was that different housing providers would have segregated areas. We thought that would create sub-groups and potentially cause issues, but everyone’s mixed in together and all of the people who’ve moved in are really nice.

“Staff members at Palladian Gardens are all really nice”.

They’ve been working hard to resolve our teething issues, whenever we’ve had them; we haven’t been ignored. The site manager in particular is extremely friendly, and everyone has great communication. We’re certain our issues will be resolved well.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…. because of the quality of the homes and the estate in general.

“Auchterarder is a beautiful place to live.”

“It’s beautiful to see the mix of styles and how everything is well spaced out.”

I love the design and finish of my lovely, little house. Rather than just having a row of similar houses, on my phase they’ve managed to create little pockets of terraced homes, lovely, landscaped areas and mews houses in the middle. They’ve given thought to how it’s all positioned, so every single house benefits from at least one beautiful view from a window. It’s a close walk into town, so it’s perfectly positioned, and the people who live here are friendly. For a brand-new development there’s already a sense of community.

“Stewart Milne Homes was willing to engage, discuss any issues I had and find solutions.”

Kathleen in the Sales Team paid a lot of attention to the people coming through the door searching for a new home. I was looking for a small property and she emailed me straightaway to say this home was coming back on the market, and to ask if I’d like to have a look. Later, I had concerns that it was on the edge of the development and there were some overgrown trees and bushes on the perimeter. At first, it was questionable whether they owned the land and whether it would be landscaped, but all of that was sorted out very quickly. They provided me with landscape drawings and shared their plans so I was very reassured. Even after moving in, the seven-day and twenty-eight-day snagging was followed up efficiently. The Site Team has been happy to help resolve any little issues that cropped up.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because I haven't had a bad experience. I have had some issues, but I’ve been in a new home before, so that's expected. The design is nice and it’s good quality overall.

Stewart Milne Homes has chosen a great location for Palladian Gardens.

I love how rural the area is.

Farmers’ fields surround us and I wanted to have that type of prettiness around. Going back to living in a town or city environment wasn’t ideal for me, but the surroundings here are just fields. It’s so quiet. We’re on the Wirral Way, which is a real selling point. The path goes right round the peninsula and through the villages on the Wirral.

It’s good having grass verges, not pavements.

Greenery around the roads makes the development look lovely. We’re also close to the train station and motorway network, which really helps with my commute. Palladian Gardens is also a fabulous dog-walking spot.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…. because of what you get for your money, as well as the fact you’re not living on top of each other due to the space around the houses.

“Our home will be very good for the long-term.”

“It’s been very carefully planned and designed.”
Stewart Milne Homes have given thought to the layout, what kind of appliances they put in, and even the positioning of the sockets. It all makes sense and is very versatile for the changes you would go through in life. I can see how, as our family grows, we can change the interior as they get older, and even after twenty to thirty years it will be the home we will be happy to retire in.
“Hunters Meadow is a really nice neighbourhood and the location is really good.”
We enjoy living in a quiet corner of our development. We’re surrounded by detached houses, so our neighbours are mostly in a similar situation as us; either expecting, having small children, or having young families. That makes it feel safe and friendly living here. Being on the outskirts of a town, everything is walkable, so we’re not far away from amenities and the local parks. The town is in a good catchment area as well, which is great for our family.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because everything was just easy. It's easy to buy from them and the houses are very good quality.

“Stewart Milne Homes fitted exactly into what we were looking for.”

We’re very happy with the area.
Dargavel Village is set in an amazing location, which we visited multiple times before putting our names down on the plot. Scotland isn’t our home country but, when we moved here, we knew we wanted to be in a more rural setting; that’s why we chose here. Transport links are good, yet it’s out of town and close to the country. The way of life we intended to have has been fulfilled by this area.

“It’s easy to get into the sticks”.
The hills can be seen out of our windows as we’re set back; we also have a view of some lovely duck ponds. Going on walks and removing myself from heavily developed areas is a passion of mine because it’s important to get fresh air, even if we need to be closer to a town as well. Less noise occurs at Dargavel Village as we’re separate from the motorway; it feels like a decent area.

Our concerns have been allayed.
Extra building around us was a worry of ours, but there was none. They are building not too far away from us, but we’re not affected by it. The home is in a little square and the house opposite us was due to be finished last, so we had reservations in how long it’d take, but it was resolved quickly. Also, during the process, we were told what the situation would be.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because, in the grand scheme of things, there have been no issues. Everything went really smoothly and I’m happy with how the build of the house looks. Nothing in the house feels cheap, which is good as we were concerned that things could feel that way. We also got good value for what we were paying.

“The Stables has turned into a close-knit community.”

There have been a few snags, but they’ve been rapid when dealing with them.
Whenever we’ve emailed about issues, Paul’s quickly appeared to sort them out. Urgent issues get Paul over in the same day, which is great. Everyone is friendly and sociable, in comparison to other communities, who stick to themselves. These themes have been ongoing throughout the building of The Stables Ph4, which I like because I came from a small village. It’s nice to be in a friendly neighbourhood.

“Everything is to a high standard.”
Overall, it’s a very good-quality building. Views of the horse fields from our plot are gorgeous and picturesque; they feel nice as there’s no development and the roads are well-hidden, even though we’re close to the M6. Despite the building occurring behind us, it’s quiet and peaceful.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
… because the quality and size of the homes seem much better than other developers.

“Broughton Park is a nice, peaceful area to live and to bring up a family.”

“Visually, they’ve gone above and beyond with Broughton Park.”
Driving into the development, first you see the big, well-designed houses. In other developments the houses look like cardboard boxes made of orange bricks, whereas the style of these houses includes attractive features like stone lintels and Juliet balconies. The layout is spacious, so it’s quiet and good for children. As they haven’t clustered the houses together, there’s ample room for a lot of big, green spaces. The large park area they’re building for the children will be perfect for my two little ones.
There are plenty of things to do.
Locally there are excellent amenities. The Italian Orchard and the Broughton Inn are wonderful places to eat with amazing reputations. They serve exceptional food and have a friendly atmosphere. For every day shopping the local supermarkets are about a three-minute drive away, which is very convenient. A short distance away we have bigger amenities like the city centre, and access to a tourist attraction nearby that has a lot of country walks.
“I had a new build from another developer before and a lot of things went wrong, so I was worried about the quality of the build.”
I’m happy that I haven’t had any major snags and that the Site Manager and the staff are really friendly and willing to help all the time. As I hadn’t seen this style of house, I was also worried if it would be big enough, but it’s exactly what I wanted. Now, I even let people come and view my house if they’re interested in buying a Kingsmoor.
I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because the quality is at a good standard. I like the look of the houses and they choose good locations that are secluded and off the main road.

"I’ve lived in a city all my life, so living in Dargavel Village II is a change for me."

"To the north we have nice views of open, green fields and forest."

It’s all very well designed and thought out with open spaces and attractive buildings. Sometimes in new developments the flats are very close together and claustrophobic, but you don’t get that impression here. The varied designs are finished with attractive stone-clad façades, and the window patterns and balconies are features that stand out. It’s just pleasant to be in a countryside environment with the village behind us.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because they satisfied all our aspirations and enquiries, and they are good quality flats.

“We’d had a Stewart Milne Homes home before, so we already knew the quality was there.”

“It’s comfortable, friendly, and it feels like home.”

It’s pleasant living in our new apartment. They haven’t tried to cram a lot of rooms in, so the set-up is nice and spacious, and it’s convenient having a lift. They’ve given thought to the wider development too, placing each block of apartments at slightly different angles to make it look less uniform and more interesting. The whole thing is softened up with landscaping, including green areas with bushes and flowers around each block of flats. They’ve also planted around the front of the building and included a nice seating area that we can enjoy. On top of that I feel safe and secure with the entrance system they’ve installed.

I’d definitely recommend Stewart Milne Homes…
…because of the way the development is laid out, the quality of the appliances, and the workmanship, as well as their consideration of the family aspect of the homes in terms of room size.