Monthly Archives: December 2022

Throughout 2022, the vibrant town of Chapelton has continued to thrive. From a number of new homes being built by five high quality developers, to welcoming new residents to the community and adding more businesses to the ever-growing list of amenities, it’s fair to say this year has been a busy one.

It’s hard to pick our favourite moment, but after some reflection, we’ve recapped some of this year’s milestones. Check out the blog below for an update on what’s been happening this year in Chapelton

• More than 100 new homes are either completed or under construction

There has been a large increase in the number of homes built throughout the course of the year, with more than 100 either completed or in progress to be finished by early 2023.

Chapelton is an ambitious town and while we’re currently in the very early stages of the masterplan, the design team has been paying close attention to future phases which will see different neighbourhoods form and more retail, office, community buildings and of course green spaces be created.

AJC Homes, Brio Retirement, Places for People, Snowdrop Developments and Stephen, are all building a range of charming, luxury homes that encompass traditional character with modern living across a variety of sizes. With plenty layouts, styles and sizes to choose from, Chapelton has a home design to suit any buyer’s requirements, all while being located just a short distance from both Aberdeen and Stonehaven.

You can read more about the masterplan here.

• The community continued to grow with more than 120 residents moving to town

One thing we pride ourselves on in Chapelton is promoting a strong sense of community. Homes and streetscapes have been designed with neighbourhood friendliness in mind, and with more and more residents moving in, it’s wonderful to see strong relationships and friendships being established throughout the town. 

This year alone, we’ve welcomed more than 120 new residents to the area, but it’s not just people we’ve welcomed, pets in all shapes and sizes have joined too! Meet the pets of Chapelton here. 

• We took a major step forward with the plans for a local primary school 

As Chapelton continues to expand, we’re incredibly pleased to have progressed the plan for a local primary school. Still in early planning stages, we’ve been working with Aberdeenshire Council which has announced the building will be in place for 2026. This facility will be so important to the town residents and will further the amenities Chapelton has to offer. 

• Patey Park launched, furthering adventure and education

In May this year, we unveiled our brand new natural playground, Patey Park! Found at the top of Cairnhill in the heart of Chapelton, the park offers a new space for Chapelton residents and visitors to explore and has been specifically designed to offer fun, creative and unstructured play for children. 

Featuring a series of winding paths, mounds and slopes, rocks and boulders, logs, tree stumps and balance beam, it’s the perfect place for young adventurers to learn physical skills as well as encourage the development of motor, sensory and social skills. 
Read more about Patey Park here and check out the benefits of playing outdoors here.

• There was a full and diverse events calendar

From January to December 2022, Chapelton and its residents have supported, organised and run a wide range of events for all ages. 

Family-orientated activities such as The Easter Egg Hunt and our Scarecrow Festival encouraged residents to explore new streets, meet new people and unleash a bit of creativity and friendly-competitiveness. It’s fair to say we were blown away with some of this year’s entries for the Scarecrow Festival, check out some of the 2022 entries here. 

Charitable sporting events such as the 10K run in July raised money for local schools and charities and The Bike ride during September fundraised for North East Sensory Services. During both events, spectators spanned the streets cheering on family and friends and created a buzz around the town while enjoying local amenities for breaks and refreshments. 
The ever popular Farmers’ Markets in May, July and September drew in the crowds to celebrate incredible local suppliers and try new produce. Find out more about the Farmers’ Markets here.

• We welcomed a number of businesses!

Between our retail units and The Boxes, we’re proud to have a number of commercial premises on offer for local businesses to lease. This year alone we’ve been able to welcome three new companies to The Boxes, refill and fresh produce store, Replenish, reflexology provider, AWBR and craft beers, hops and spirits store, Devenick Drinks. 

Additionally, some businesses have even expanded! Fitness expert, Paul Hosie PT, has moved from The Boxes to the Brio Retirement gym to cater for demand through the use of a larger premises and popular ice cream parlour, FITS the SCOOP has advanced to a double box to increase stock variety. 

Beauty salon, The Lounge, is also growing and will be relocating to a brand new retail unit on Liddell Place, allowing for Croft Nurseries to take up residence in The Lounge’s previous location in Hume Square.  

The Boxes are a unique style of unit which act as the perfect testing ground for many up and coming businesses and are the ideal starting point before moving to a permanent retail space. 
View our business directory here.

Overall, it’s been quite the year! With plenty of exciting projects and developments in the pipeline for 2023, we can’t wait to see what next year’s progression looks like for the town. 

Make sure to keep an eye on our social media channels, Facebook and Instagram, to stay in the loop with everything that’s happening.

There’s only a couple of days left before Christmas Day itself is in full swing, and while trees may have been up some for time and presents have been purchased and wrapped, there’s still plenty to do for those hosting family and friends for that long-awaited festive dinner. 

From planning out your Christmas cooking schedule to cleaning the house for visitors, it can leave little time to design your table arrangement and add finishing touches to your home for the big day. 

Over the last few weeks, the Chapelton community has been getting into the festive spirit and now the charming and idyllic streets are lined with homes with twinkling lights and stunning seasonal wreaths, all of which complement the town’s traditional character and features. 

Most recently, Karen from This is 36 Florals hosted a wonderful wreath workshop at Slate and Grain Brasserie for residents and visitors. As an expert in both dried and fresh flower arrangements for occasions, events, workshops and installations, we caught up with Karen to get her top tips on sprucing up your home in time for guests coming round…

What are your favourite colours and trends for hosts to incorporate into their table decor this year? 

“Personally, I love all things velvet! It’s not a material people often think about adding to their festive decor, but I feel it adds a touch of luxury to any arrangement. 

“In general, jewel tones concur a sense of opulence but one trend I particularly like for 2022 is the neutral nordic scandi style. This minimalistic and simple style can be incorporated in many ways, from paper decorations and ceramic white ornaments to the use of natural colours like greens, beige and more earthy tones, this, along with adding flocked textures and a lot of pine greenery, all combine to express the spirit of a hygge filled Christmas!” 

What items do you recommend adding to the table to make it look more festive? 

“With so many things to think about, finishing touches such as table decor don’t need to be difficult. Think about it as more of a nice additional feature to complement your theme. 

“Something incredibly simple yet very effective that you can add is foraged greenery. This includes dried bracken, larch cone branches, pinecones, branches covered in lichen and even conifer branches from your garden hedging – all these help embody Christmas. 

“Try putting a few branches in a vase or along the fire mantelpiece along with lots of candles to create a traditional festive feel.”

What’s the best way to decorate the table that’s also practical and functional? 

“For the dining table in particular, it can be difficult to make it decorative while still leaving plenty of space for plates and glasses. A really simple method is to place a fresh sprig of rosemary or garden foliage at each place setting, this can easily be moved aside but is something you wouldn’t have throughout the year so it feels more seasonal. You can also take advantage of dressing the items already on the table such as glass stems. 

“If you want to try something a little different and get creative, create small bunches of greenery and tie them onto chairs, this creates a sense of occasion but also doesn’t take away from the table space. 

“For the centre of the table itself, consider adding ivy up candlestick holders or small bud vases strewn up the length of the table. Not only does candle light create a magical ambience but these pieces are easily removed to make space for the turkey and trimmings.” 

Finally, any tips for keeping festive finishing touches cost effective? 

“The main elements of Christmas decor tend to be trees, wreaths and ornaments placed throughout the home, so naturally people don’t want to spend too much money on finishing touches such as table arrangements or coffee table decor. 

“Throughout the years, families often collect a variety of Christmas decorations. If these past styles no longer fit your theme, consider changing up your old decorations with the likes of spray paint. This is a cost effective way of changing the colour of old baubles and decor and they can be placed alongside greenery to create home-made garlands. 

“For a more boho look, mixing bicarbonate of soda and emulsion to paint baubles will give a matte ceramic feel.”

Want to know more about Chapelton’s thriving community? Check out the blog for more information on events, businesses and the high quality housebuilders that are creating beautiful homes throughout the town. 

If you’re on the hunt for a new house that is surrounded by peaceful countryside, flourishing natural woodland and boasts a welcoming community, then Chapelton is the perfect place to call home. At Chapelton, we have a range of luxury houses for sale designed by a range of passionate housebuilders including AJC Homes, Places for People, Snowdrop Developments and Stephen.

To make your journey towards finding your dream home that little bit easier, we’ve shared 4 exceptional new houses for sale in Chapelton, all currently available to purchase…

The Rothesay by AJC Homes

This beautiful five bedroom home benefits from an exceedingly spacious layout and contains a number of impressive design features including an inviting lounge, a detached double garage and a wonderful south facing rear garden – ideal for soaking up the sun all year round!

The open plan kitchen/dining area is certainly the hub of this home and the carefully considered layout adjacent to the family room makes it the perfect space for modern family living alongside entertaining guests.

To take a closer look at ‘The Rothesay’, visit AJC homes at Chapelton.

The McFarlane by Places for People

This spectacular two bedroom home encompasses modern country charm, harbouring the perfect balance of traditional period features and contemporary appliances. The high ceilings and sash windows are beautifully complemented by the sleek open plan layout.

The spacious double bedrooms are both complete with fitted wardrobes offering plenty of storage space. In addition, the property has easy access to a private rear garden – appealing to a variety of house-hunters including first time buyers, young professionals or those with accessibility needs.

What’s even better is that this wonderful home is ready to move into before Christmas meaning you could be spending your Christmas day snuggled up in your brand new Chapelton home!

Available to buy via the Shared Equity scheme from £108,000, the loans are designed to help you keep the deposit and monthly payments on your home to a minimum. Contributing between 60-80% of the purchase price, Places for People Scotland and the Scottish Government will finance the remaining. The best part is that you’ll own 100% of the property with no rent to pay.

To find out more about this home including the ability to purchase via the Shared Equity scheme, visit Places for People in Chapelton.

The MacAllan by Snowdrop Developments

The MacAllan is definitely not short of living space as each house specification is built to the highest standard, incorporating key features such as high quality materials, dedicated craftsmanship and carefully designed layouts.

Features of note throughout this magnificent five bedroom home include a grand master bedroom with a dressing area, two living spaces, double garage and underfloor heating across the ground floor. Amongst these incredible features is a large glass gable window located in the family room which allows natural light to stream in.

With the opportunity to customise your home depending on your needs, Snowdrop Developments take pride in delivering high quality homes for all customers.

To find out more about ‘The MacAllan’, visit Snowdrop Development’s East Site in Chapelton.

The Carron by Stephen

This impressive two bedroom detached villa oozes curb appeal, with immaculate white roughcast, slate grey roof and tasteful stone green front door – it’s easy to see why this home proves popular with prospective buyers. 

As you enter the property you’ll find a welcoming hallway that leads to an open plan kitchen and lounge area with balcony doors that open to the rear garden. The kitchen is complete with a range of practical appliances such as a washer, dryer and fridge/freezer.

Upstairs is a generous master bedroom with a fitted wardrobe, sleek bathroom and well presented second bedroom which has the potential to be turned into a home office – ideal for those working from home. 
If you’re interested in finding out more about ‘The Carron’, visit Stephen at Chapelton.

Browse our new houses for sale in Aberdeenshire. 

Visit our partner’s websites by clicking the links below: 

Snowdrop Developments

AJC Homes

Stephen

Places for People

With the festive season well underway and Christmas Day fast approaching, it’s time to buy the perfect present for your loved ones. 

Finding a heartfelt or unique gift can often be a challenge, so to help offer inspiration, we’ve pulled together our very own gift guide! Featuring products and services from talented, local suppliers, Chapelton is full of thriving small businesses that have something for everyone. 

From sweet treat boxes, crafts, skincare, and jewellery, to a variety of gift vouchers offering different services, we’ve rounded up options that are bound to put a smile on that special someone’s face this year.

Brae

Brae is a cosy cafe within the heart of the Chapelton community where you can enjoy delicious food and beverages. Located within Hume Square, Brae features a retail section and this Christmas it will be offering sweet treat boxes which include preserves, honey, coffee, mugs and other lovely things for your home. 

Additionally, gift cards can be purchased and used across both the cafe and lifestyle store. Choose from luxury candles or indulgent food options such as Breer pies, sausage rolls or coffee and cake. Combined, there is a huge variety to choose from and each gift card can be used across multiple visits.

The Lounge at Chapelton

Sit back, relax and enjoy! The Lounge at Chapelton offers an amazing range of ELEMIS and Medik8 facials that can help with everything from fine lines and wrinkles to pigmentation and acne skin. Each facial contains a massage element which fully embraces that hour of ‘me time’. With no phones and no interruptions, this gift is the ideal opportunity to reset. 

The Lounge offers gift vouchers both online and in the salon and value can be set to any amount you wish. Alternatively, there are specific treatment vouchers available to purchase in the salon too.
Pop into the The Lounge at Chapelton or visit its website to pick up your gift for that special someone who deserves some pampering!

The Omnia

Located within The Boxes at Chapelton, The Omnia has a wide selection of products that would make the perfect Christmas gift. Boasting a selection of Arran Sense of Scotland bath and body sets for men and women, the shop also stocks beautifully fragranced candles, diffusers, skincare and hand soaps and lotions as well as bracelets, stationary, keyrings and much more! Spoiled for choice? Gift cards are available to purchase for any value. 

If you’re wanting to spruce up your seasonal decor while picking up presents, make sure you check out Omnia’s collection of Christmas ornaments and decorations too.

Redrocks

Looking to treat friends and family with presents they can cherish? Redrocks offers a wide range of jewellery and crystals that can be kept as keepsakes for years to come. For a thoughtful gift, the Anxiety Crystal pack is especially popular, however, Redrocks also offers fun stocking fillers such as The Happy Hangover Aromatherapy pack. Both packs contain crystals, aromatherapy shower steamers and essential oil roll on, a great option for someone in need of some TLC.

You can visit Redrocks in store at The Boxes at Chapelton. 

AB Wellness and Reflexology 

For the person who doesn’t ask for anything, why not treat them to a 1:1 clinical reflexology session with Shona from AB Wellness and Reflexology. Located at The Boxes, Shona is a clinical reflexologist with a passion for women’s wellness and long-term health in all areas. Each one hour session is £45 including an initial consultation, all of which can be tailored to your own unique requirements. 

Gift cards are also available and can be topped up to an amount of your choice, available to order right up until Christmas Day, these can be sent digitally to your recipient at a date and time of your choice. 

Make sure you have a look round the retail section too where you can find products to embrace wellness. These include brands such as Solasta Skin, The Herbtender, Fuarain skincare, Hayou, Shuti and many more local independent businesses. 
To take a closer look check out its website or give ABWR a follow on Instagram!

Hops, Beans and Spirits by Devenick Drinks Co 

As an ‘all-round’ gift for friends, family or even your office secret Santa, Hops, Beans and Spirits by Devenick Drinks Co at The Boxes has a selection of small batch craft beers, coffees, spirits and cocktails to buy. This handy store is a go-to place for those wanting to discover new brands and support local producers and distillers. 

With a vast amount of flavours and blends to choose from, e-vouchers are a good alternative if you’re overwhelmed with choice! Available to buy at the values of £25, £50 and £100, the vouchers can be emailed directly to your recipient along with a personal message. Each voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and can be used in one go or for various transactions over the validity period.

To find out more about the wonderful local businesses that are currently located in Chapelton, visit our business directory.