Ridgewood

Ridgewood, Croftside, Stirling: New Build Homes by Bellway

Development Overview

Ridgewood is a specific new build homes development by Bellway Homes (Scotland West), situated in the Croftside area of Stirling, Stirlingshire (FK7 8EX). The development presents a collection of energy-efficient 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom detached house types, offering a semi-rural setting while retaining immediate access to local services. The current price range for available properties starts from approximately £300,995 and extends up to at least £489,995 for larger, five-bedroom homes. Bellway Homes holds a strong track record, having been awarded a 5-Star HBF Builder status for nine consecutive years, indicating that over 90% of customers would recommend them. Furthermore, the site manager at Ridgewood received the highly-regarded NHBC Pride in the Job Award for 2024.

Property Details

These new build properties are designed with a focus on modern living and energy efficiency. All homes at Ridgewood incorporate future-focused technology, including fitted solar panels and a dedicated electric vehicle charging point. Properties are offered on a Freehold tenure.

Available house types vary in size and layout, catering to different buyer profiles. Examples include the four-bedroom The Pinehurst, a detached home currently priced at £384,995, which features an open-plan kitchen/dining area with elegant French doors to the garden and an integral garage. The primary bedroom in this style benefits from an en-suite and a Juliette balcony.

For larger families, the prestigious five-bedroom The Sunningdale offers a generous 1793 sq. ft. of internal area, an open-plan kitchen, dining and family area, a utility room, and an integral double garage, priced from £489,995. Generally, homes feature integrated appliances, open-plan layouts, and en-suite facilities to the primary bedroom (or two en-suites in styles like The Sunningdale). All new homes come with a 10-year NHBC Buildmark warranty.

Location Benefits and Amenities

Ridgewood at Croftside offers a strategic position for commuters. Stirling train station is approximately three miles (or a nine-minute drive) from the development, providing regular services to major cities including Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Inverness. Road links are highly accessible, with the M80 and M9 motorways nearby; Glasgow city centre can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car via the M80, and Edinburgh is around a 50-minute drive via the M9. Edinburgh Airport is a 26-minute car journey.

Local amenities are easily accessible. Stirling city centre is an 8-minute drive away, offering a vibrant mix of high-street and independent shops, including the Thistles Shopping Centre. For leisure, Plean Country Park is a 6-minute drive away, while historic sites like the Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre and Stirling Castle are 4 and 12 minutes away by car, respectively.

For education, the area is well-served by local schools. Bannockburn Primary School is located approximately 0.7 miles away, and St Mary's RC Primary School is 0.9 miles away. The University of Stirling is also within close proximity.

Practical Information

Property pricing ranges from the low £300,000s up to near £500,000. Buyers should be aware of a fixed annual Estate Management Charge, currently set at £203.00, to cover the maintenance of communal areas. Viewing appointments for the showhome are available. Interested parties should contact the developer directly for current availability, the full range of house types (2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes), and specific pricing.