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Community and connection in later years: Chapelton Over 60s Club

At Chapelton, we believe that life only gets better with age, and our vibrant community is a testament to that. Located just a short five-mile journey south of Aberdeen, Chapelton offers its residents a wealth of opportunities … Read more

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Retirement houses for sale in Aberdeenshire

Retirement is a chapter in life that many people look forward to, filled with relaxation, peace and well-deserved leisure time. Selecting the perfect place to spend your retirement years is an important decision that often requires … Read more

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Top tips for house hunting in Aberdeenshire

House hunting can be an exciting yet daunting experience, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the local property market. With lots of factors to consider, from the location and local amenities to the price and condition of the … Read more

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The Help to Buy (Scotland) Smaller Developer scheme explained

The Help to Buy Smaller Developer Scheme in Scotland was created to help buyers who cannot fund the full cost of the home. Under the scheme, the Scottish Government will purchase a 15% equity stake in the property and … Read more

First Time Buyers

A guide to selling a house or property in Scotland

Do you find yourself spending more and more time browsing for houses on Zoopla and feel the time has come to move on? If you are wondering where on earth to start with selling your home and what the … Read more

Home Advice

Step by Step Guide to Buying a New Home

Buying a new home can be the most exciting purchase you’ll ever make, but it can often be a daunting process with unfamiliar legal steps you must follow. There are countless advantages of purchasing a new-build over an older home: … Read more

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The Lifetime ISA: Should you get one?

‘Help to Buy’ is a term on every first-time buyer’s radar, but what does it actually mean and how can it help those looking to get the keys to their first home? The Help to Buy scheme was started by … Read more

First Time Buyers

Land and Buildings Transaction Tax in Scotland

When purchasing a property, you will usually need to pay additional fees on top of the house price. While often referred to as ‘stamp duty’ in England and Northern Ireland, in Scotland it is known as Land and Buildings … Read more

First Time Buyers

Top Tips for Choosing a Retirement Property

Where we live affects so much of how we live – after all, homes aren’t just where we sleep they’re where we relax, where we socialise and where we create cherished memories. With so much to consider, making a … Read more

Retirement Communities

Retirement Communities, But Not As You Know It

Our vision for Chapelton is to offer its retirement community the best of both worlds – having access to the city while enjoying the benefits of country living. If you’re in the market for … Read more

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Five Ways to Get the Most out of Working from Home

Working from home, whether by choice or necessity, is a growing part of modern life. Chapelton has great digital infrastructure, including superfast broadband, making it ideal for home working, but that doesn’t mean the transition from office to house is an … Read more

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Three Ways to Get the Most from Your Garden This Spring

One of the best things about living in Chapelton is easy access to green space and the great outdoors. So with longer days and slightly less bite in the breeze spring is a wonderful time to get … Read more

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10 Easy Ways to Declutter Your Home This Spring

It might be that the longer days are putting a spring in your step, maybe you’re trying to recapture that New Year’s resolution, or perhaps you’re just ready to freshen things up. Whatever the reason, spring is a great time … Read more

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Help to Buy with AJC Homes

AJC Homes’ collection of Help to Buy properties have proven particularly popular with first time buyers in Chapelton with just one two-bedroom home now available. Located at the Liddell development which forms part of the Cairnhill neighbourhood … Read more

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A first time buyers guide to getting on the property ladder

Buying your first home can often seem a daunting process, especially when there is so much to consider including location, home options, legal fees and processes. Here to help Chapelton first time buyers get their foot … Read more

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First time buyers guide: Homes for sale in Chapelton

Ten years ago, the average first time buyer could be characterised as someone in their twenties looking for a small flat in town close to local amenities, restaurants and busy bars and clubs to spend evenings and … Read more

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Chapelton Retirement Communities

Take a look around Brio Retirement homes The Brio retirement living showhomes give a great flavour of the retirement properties on offer in Chapelton’s first retirement community. Within its … Read more

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Take a Tour of the Brio Retirement Living Showhome

The Brio Retirement Living showhome is now open, giving you a chance to experience the caliber of properties on offer in Chapelton. To arrange a visit to the showhome, you can fill out this online … Read more

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New Build Homes for sale near Aberdeen

Here in Chapelton we have a range of new build houses available from a number of esteemed property developers, renowned for bringing traditional charm with modern features to the homes they build. Our new … Read more

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How could Help to Buy help you

A handy guide to ‘Help to Buy’ This year, the Scottish Government announced a two year extension to its existing ‘Help to Buy’ scheme, helping first time buyers across Scotland take those all-important steps onto the property ladder. The scheme, which … Read more

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New Brio Retirement Living Showhomes Launch

Brio Retirement Living has launched its first Landale Court showhomes in Chapelton. The one-bedroom Campbell cottage and two-bedroom Fraser cottage, named after local clans, provide prospective buyers with the opportunity to see what the new retirement area of the town … Read more

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