When you’re looking for a new home, it’s easy to focus on the asking price. But what’s included in that price, and what you’ll need to pay for separately after you’ve decided to proceed, matters just as much.
The specification of a new home can vary considerably between developers. Features that you might expect to be included in a finished home are often offered as optional extras, requiring additional payment over and above the listing price.
Here at Viga Homes, we take a different approach. Our specification has been carefully considered to provide buyers with a home that feels complete from day one, with many of the practical features and finishing touches buyers want already included.
A home that’s ready to move into
At The Sidings in Cumnock, our three-bedroom bungalows are designed around everyday living, with a generous specification included as standard.
Outside, that includes: Fully landscaped front and rear gardens with turf and generous patios. Block-paved driveways. 6ft timber fencing. EV charger, external power sockets and an outside tap
Inside, that includes: Fitted wardrobes and hallway storage. Contemporary bathrooms and ensuites. Fully fitted kitchens with integrated appliances. TV and USB charging points
The result is more included from the outset, fewer extra costs to budget for, and a home that’s ready for you from the day you collect the keys.
What about running costs?
The cost of running a home is another important consideration when comparing properties. Every Viga Home includes energy-efficient features as standard: Air source heat pump. Solar panels. EV charger. High-quality insulation & Low-energy LED downlights.
Having these features built in from the outset means you can avoid the expense and disruption of retrofitting them to an older property after you move in. They also help to keep energy usage lower and reduce your household bills over time.
Look beyond the asking price
When comparing homes, the lowest price can be tempting. However, it’s worth looking closely at what you’d need to spend after completion to bring each property up to the standard you want. A few questions to ask:
Are the gardens landscaped?
Is fencing included?
Are wardrobes fitted?
Which kitchen appliances are included?
Is the driveway finished?
What energy-efficient features come as standard?
What will I need to buy or arrange once I move in?
Once you start comparing these details, two homes with similar asking prices can look very different.
More than £10,000 of additional specification value
We recently compared our Cedar house type at The Sidings with a similarly priced three-bedroom new-build home. At the time of our comparison, we found more than £10,000 of additional specification included as standard with the Cedar.
That covers many of the things that can otherwise become extra costs, from fitted wardrobes and appliances to landscaping, fencing and other external features.
Buying a new home should be an exciting next step, not the start of a long list of costly projects. By including more as standard, we aim to give you greater certainty over the cost of your home and less to organise once you have the keys.
See what’s included for yourself
The best way to compare is to see it in person. Book a viewing at The Sidings to explore the last few plots remaining.
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Whether you’re planning for now or the future, our friendly team is here to help—feel free to get in touch to learn more about our thoughtfully designed bungalows.
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Location
The development is located within the charming village of Crosshill in South Ayrshire.
Situated between Kirkmichael and Straiton, the village of Crosshill offers well-connected living with a friendly and vibrant community in an idyllic rural location. The village hosts a range of amenities including a shop, post office, bowling green, church, nursery and primary school whilst being conveniently located just 20 minutes outside of the bustling town of Ayr.
Efficient
Energy efficient features have been incorporated into the design and build of each home.
A new build home can offer the opportunity to minimise household energy usage and utility bills.
Location
The development is located on the edge of the vibrant village of Coylton in South Ayrshire.
Each property has been carefully designed and crafted to the highest of standards to create a home perfect for modern living. All homes at Glenallan Grove incorporate an impressive all-inclusive specification bound to exceed expectation.
