Charleston Green

Development Overview

Charleston Green is a residential new build homes development by Barratt Homes, situated in the coastal suburb of Cove, Aberdeen City, AB12 3AA. The development offers a selection of three, four, and five-bedroom homes, including terraced, semi-detached, and detached house types. As a five-star housebuilder, Barratt Homes focuses on constructing energy-efficient properties, all of which are certified with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A or B. While final availability must be confirmed directly with Barratt North Scotland, the development offers homes catering to first-time buyers and growing families, with current advertised pricing for available or recent plots starting from approximately £254,995 for three-bedroom semi-detached homes and ranging up to over £400,000 for larger detached properties.

Property Details

The properties at Charleston Green are designed with modern living requirements in mind, incorporating features such as integral storage and dedicated utility spaces. A specific example, the three-bedroom semi-detached ‘Thurso’ house type (approx. £254,995), includes a separate lounge and an open-plan kitchen/dining area with direct patio door access to the rear garden, along with a handy downstairs WC and a main bedroom featuring an en-suite shower room. The four-bedroom detached ‘Fenton’ home (approx. £304,995) provides a spacious layout with a separate lounge leading into a combined kitchen/dining area, a utility room, an integral garage, and four double bedrooms, including a main bedroom with its own en-suite. All new build homes benefit from the developer's focus on high-efficiency design to reduce energy consumption and running costs.

Location Benefits

Located approximately five miles from Aberdeen City Centre, the development in Cove offers a balance of coastal community living with rapid access to urban amenities. Transport connectivity is a key benefit, with the A92 and Wellington Road easily accessible, and the AWPR city bypass providing a fast route for commuting around Aberdeen city and shire. Aberdeen city centre is approximately a 15-minute drive. Public transport includes regular bus services from stops like Cove Bay at Charleston Road, with routes such as the 727 providing connections to Aberdeen Airport. Aberdeen railway station is also situated around 3 miles from the development.

Local amenities are comprehensive, offering a 'village-like' feel. Specific educational facilities include Loirston School (0.3 miles) and Charleston School (0.4 miles), both within walking distance, alongside the newly built Lochside Academy for secondary education. Local services are found at the nearby Cove shopping centre, which contains a Sainsbury’s supermarket, and the area is served by the Cove Bay Medical Centre. The location is adjacent to scenic cliff top walks and the historic shingle beach of Cove Bay, with local hospitality options including the Langdykes pub and the Cove Bay Hotel.

Practical Information

As a development by Barratt Homes, the company maintains a strong industry standing, having secured the Home Builders Federation (HBF) 5 Star rating for customer satisfaction for 16 consecutive years and won a significant number of NHBC Pride in the Job Quality Awards. The new build properties typically come with a 10-year NHBC warranty. While some plot types may be sold out, prospective homebuyers should contact Barratt Homes directly for the latest on plot availability, current pricing, and specific viewing arrangements. The sales office opening hours are currently listed as closed, suggesting that immediate on-site visits require prior arrangement.