Castle Gate

Castle Gate is a new build property development by Linden Homes, a division of Vistry Group, located on Swallowtail Way, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire (HG5 0FY). This development features a specific selection of 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom homes, with the current availability focused on high-specification 4 and 5 bedroom detached house types.

Development Overview

New build homes at Castle Gate are currently priced from approximately £429,950 to £554,950. Specific available plots as of the most recent listings include the 4-bedroom detached 'Grainger' house type (e.g., Plot 476, priced at £429,950 and Plot 456 at £449,950) and the 5-bedroom detached 'Fletcher' (e.g., Plot 457 at £549,950 and Plot 437 at £554,950). The full development is currently scheduled for completion in 2025. Linden Homes is a national housebuilder, noted for previous awards in sustainability, but prospective buyers should review the current Home Builders Federation (HBF) rating and contemporary aftercare reviews, which can be mixed, before proceeding.

Property Details

House types are designed for modern family living, with key features including open-plan kitchen and dining areas with French doors opening onto the rear garden, separate living rooms often featuring a bay window, and integrated garages. All properties are designed to be energy efficient, offering potential yearly savings on energy bills compared to older properties. Higher-specification homes, such as the 4-bedroom 'Kempthorne' (£519,950), feature an en-suite to bedroom one and ample storage. The on-site marketing suite is open for viewing arrangements.

Location Benefits

Castle Gate is situated on the outskirts of the historic market town of Knaresborough, a desirable North Yorkshire location approximately 4.5 miles from Harrogate. Commuter links are strong, with Knaresborough train station located just under two miles from the development. Direct train services run hourly from Knaresborough to major cities, with an average journey time to Leeds of approximately 44-47 minutes, and to York in a fast journey time of 26 to 31 minutes. The site also offers easy access to the A1(M) for wider road network commuting.

Local amenities are comprehensive: a 3-minute walk leads to the Nidderdale Lodge bus stop, served by local bus lines including the 1B and 21. Shopping is served by St James' Retail Park, which is 1.7 miles away, and various supermarkets including Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local, Lidl, and Aldi are nearby. Local schools near the Swallowtail Way area have 'Outstanding' and 'Good' Ofsted ratings, with Aspin Park School approximately a 14-minute walk away. The town centre provides a weekly Wednesday market, a library, a theatre, and a swimming pool, alongside heritage attractions like Knaresborough Castle and Mother Shipton's Cave.

Practical Information

Current pricing for available new build homes ranges from £429,950 to £554,950, with 2 and 3 bedroom options to be confirmed. Part Exchange ('Home Exchange') and contributions toward deposit/Stamp Duty are available on selected plots, with full terms and scheme details available directly from the Linden Homes sales consultant. Prospective homebuyers should contact the developer for specific plot specifications, completion dates, and viewing appointments.