As with all of our developments, the houses for sale at SeaGreen in Greystones have been built with a focus firmly on not just luxury and high-quality features, but on energy-efficiency and sustainability.
This sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, from the design of our houses and neighbourhoods, to our commitment to using only the best quality features that help reduce environmental impact, leaving the smallest carbon footprint while giving you big savings on running costs.
With an A2 energy rating, our three-bed Portland, four-bed Wyndham and Bellevue, and our five-bed Somerby homes are as energy-efficient as you can get in a modern development. Based on the feedback we have received from buyers, we know that people are looking for high-quality, energy-efficient houses that represent good value and savings on future bills, while helping to keep the environment clean.
That is why we aim to provide the same level of energy bill-saving quality to our latest phase, which will be ready in spring 2018.
Our houses are all built with the best quality materials, as Bill Quigley from NuTech Renewables, who work with us on this development, explains. Our dedicated team also works extremely hard to create comfortable homes with outstanding high-spec features that will last for generations, so you can enjoy living in this perfect location today, while being safe in the knowledge that they will be just as energy-efficient in the future.
To achieve this environmentally-friendly goal, we utilise efficient heating systems, including heat pumps, gas-fired and solar-enhanced heating, as well as photovoltaic heating panels that turn light into energy. As standard, all of the heating features are controlled by electronic and thermostatically controlled radiators, so the homes are always at an optimum and efficient temperature, no matter what time of the year it is.
Our high-spec insulation and high-performance triple-glazed windows ensure no energy or heat is lost and that any excess can be stored until it is needed, cutting down on waste and again, helping the environment.
This sense of future-proofing the houses at SeaGreen, and keeping this beautiful part of Ireland green, extends to our upcoming phase of development. These homes will also include new energy-saving features such as remote heating a nd lighting controls, and cabling for electric vehicles on every house as standard. Electric cars are becoming more popular and may soon be a common sight on our streets, which is good news for the environment, and we feel, a perfect fit with the green philosophy we bring to all of the houses we build.
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) offers grants to people who buy an electric car, so those who do so and who buy one of the houses in our latest development, will not only be environmentally sound, but will save on both home energy bills and on motor tax and running costs too – something to think about when making the easy commute to Dublin or the surrounding areas.
Apart from enjoying the great lifestyle you can avail of by living in this beautiful development in Greystones, the huge benefit of a SeaGreen house is that with its A2 energy rating, you will be far ahead of energy regulations, and can look forward to a comfortable and sustainable family life well into the future.
If you would like to register your interest in this latest phase of development at SeaGreen in Greystones, you can do so here:
When you’re thinking of moving to a new area, it’s important to consider not just the home you will own, but the area you will live in. What type of lifestyle can you expect to enjoy in your new surrounds? Where will you spend quality time together as a couple, or with friends? What time of entertainment and dining options are available to you?
Originally a small fishing village, Greystones is now one of Leinster’s most thriving coastal towns and offers a wonderful seaside lifestyle, a mere 45 minutes from Dublin city centre.
Alongside boutique shopping, international standard sports clubs, scenic walks and beach activities, Greystones is also fast becoming a contender as one of Ireland’s premier foodie towns.
Surrounding the harbour front and Main Street, the restaurants of Greystones enjoy a reputation for serving delicious, top quality food with a great atmosphere. Chefs are fortunate to have the highest quality ingredients available from several local producers, all within the ‘Garden of Ireland’.
We have compiled a list of some of the most celebrated restaurants in the area below, for you to try.
Renowned across Ireland, The Happy Pear started out as a veg shop on Greystones Main Street but today includes a family-run natural food store, a wholefood café and an evening restaurant, all in the same great location. Brunch and lunch are served to discerning diners daily, while the evening restaurant opens on Friday and Saturday only, from 6pm – 10pm, offering an exclusive cuisine experience. Dishes on the evening menu include
The Three Q’s is a regularly award-winning restaurant where traditional dishes such as wood pigeon and duck are offered alongside North African delicacies like baked Moroccan fish with chickpeas, tomatoes and coriander. The owners, three local Greystones brothers, have endeavoured to offer carefully prepared food using the best quality and local ingredients. They also have a strong belief in making menu items from scratch where possible, including their jam, ketchup, mayonnaise, stocks, sauces and breads. A brunch favourite for locals, the creamed porridge made with Baileys and toasted almonds is a must-try.
Chakra by Japiur
T: 012017222
Chakra by Jaipur is a cut above the rest when it comes to Indian cuisine, and certainly one of the most popular restaurants in Greystones. Each dish is artfully crafted and guests enjoy a welcoming environment with stylish decor and immaculately turned out waiting staff. Consider dishes like aubergine fritters, tossed in roasted pepper with onion rings, mustard & ginger dressing; or lobster poached in butter, fresh turmeric & coconut veloute, served with tomato rice, and you get the idea.
A local favourite, The Hungry Monk restaurant is one of Greystones oldest and best restaurants, operating since 1988. Supporting local farmers and fishermen, the restaurant boasts a choice of eight different varieties of fish on the menu per day in the summer months and in winter, the menu offers wild game such as mallard, pheasant and venison. Diners enjoy The Hungry Monk for a buzzing atmosphere, pleasant service, wonderful food, and a superb wine list.
The Pigeon House
T: 012877103
The Pigeon House Cafe is now open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with an eclectic menu for what promises to be exciting dining experience. Award-winning Chef, Brian Walsh, brings with him his philosophy of using high quality, local produce to create the dishes for his menus. Dishes are also inventive and fresh, such as chicken ballotine with chestnut tarragon mousse, gubeen chorizo and cocoa bean cassoulet.
The Beach House
T: 012874623
The Beach House bar and bistro offers simple fare than the other restaurants mentioned, but deserves an honourable place in the list for its history, unrivalled location and brilliant atmosphere, combined with tasty food served by friendly staff. Situated right in the picturesque harbour of Greystones, The Beach House was first established in 1850 and is a family owned and operated pub since that time. Over the years, The Beach House has provided a welcome stopping place for locals, tourists, fishermen, hikers and hill walkers alike. It’s a fantastic sun-trap and people watching spot during summer and offers live music and entertainment all year round. A great place to get to know the locals if you’re new to the area.
Wood Group Homes has announced the coming launch of SeaGreen, a new homes development situated in the highly sought-after locale of Greystones. Unrivalled in its setting, location and quality, SeaGreen will be one of the most exciting developments to be launched in South Dublin / North Wicklow in recent years.
SeaGreen will be launching its new 3 and 4 bedroomed homes in the spring in a location that offers new homeowners the ‘keys to the community’ with an unrivalled lifestyle on their doorstep, and less than one hour from Dublin city centre.
SeaGreen, offering premium homes within walking distance of exemplary schools
When you’re thinking of moving with your family, or planning to have children in the future, it’s vital to live in an area that provides easy access to excellent schools. A school within walking distance of home is always preferred, remember the old adage, ‘The best school is the one nearest you!’
The stunning new Greystones housing development, SeaGreen, offers the perfect solution. SeaGreen offers new 3, 4 and 5 bedroom traditional family homes in the middle of what ought to be called The Smartest Town in Ireland, simply because of the wonderful choice of primary and secondary schools available.
Now that you know how much choice there is for your children’s future in Greystones, it’s time to choose the schools that will best suit your family (and future family)! Below is some information that might help you in your research, as well as the best contact to speak with in each school, if you want to find out more.
GREYSTONES / DELGANY PRIMARY SCHOOLS
St Kevin’s National Schoolis a Catholic primary school for boys and girls from junior Infants up to sixth Class. St. Kevin’s strives to value the contribution of all its students, respects their uniqueness and responds to their individual needs in a caring and supportive way. The Principal is Scott Vance who can be reached at stkevin.ias@eircom.net or 012876660.
St Laurence’s National Schoolis also a co-educational primary school that caters to children from junior infants to sixth class. The school aims to promote the full and harmonious development of all aspects of the pupils in its care.The principal is Catherine Coveney who can be reached at office@stlaurences.ie or 012876198.
St Brigid’s National Schoolhave a mission to provide the highest quality education for all students, in a happy, safe and stimulating Christian environment, focusing on academic, social, personal, moral and spiritual development to help students achieve advancement. The principal is Sr. Kathleen who can be reached at office@saintbrigidsgreystones.com or 012876133.
St Patrick’s National Schoolis under the patronage of the Church of Ireland and its characteristic spirit is a reflection of the ethos of the Church, incorporating a balance of faith and culture. The principal is Eileen Jackson who can be reached at admin@stpns.ie or 012875684.
Loreto Abbey Dalkey, one of Ireland’s most prestigious girl’s schools is set on visually spectacular grounds. Teachers and staff know each girl individually and strive to provide each one with a rounded education, offering a wide range of curricular and co-curricular choices. The school is only a 20 minute DART ride to Dalkey, from Greystones and lots of children from the school make this commute every day together. The deputy principal is Mr. Bernard O’Boyle who can be reached at 012718904.
Delgany National Schoolis a co-educational school under Church of Ireland Management. There are just over two hundred pupils ranging in age from four to twelve years. There are twelve full time teachers and a number of part time specialist teachers. The school is proud to be recognised for being an active and green school and has also excelled in the National “Discover Primary Science” initiative. The principal is Patricia Conron who can be reached at delganyns.ias@eircom.net or 012876904.
GaelScoil Na gCloch Liath is a co-educational, all-Irish, interdenominational primary school set up in 2008 under the patronage of the Foras Pátrúnachta, to cater for the demand for all-Irish primary education in the local area. The school operates under a joint Catholic and Protestant ethos, creating an understanding and acceptance of Catholic and Protestant modes of worship. The principal is Eoghan O’Muirgheasa who can be reached at ofig@gscl.ie or 012010718.
Educate Together is a multi-denominational primary school in Greystones that welcomes children of all denominations, creeds and nationalities. The principal is Catherine Sadlier who can be reached at contact@greystoneset.ie or 012871817.
Greystones Community School is a brand new primary provision for the Greystones area that opened its doors for the first time in September 2015, taking in Junior Infants only. However it will soon expand year on year up to 6th class. The school is currently based in temporary accommodation at Greystones Rugby Club but will eventually move to a brand new building. The principal is Rory Kinnane who can be reached at greystonescns@kwetb.ie or 0874007442.
GREYSTONES / DELGANY SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Temple Carrig Secondary School is proud of its links with the local community and seeks to build on those links. The Board of Management of Temple Carrig Secondary School is also mindful of the Church of Ireland ethos of the School which permeates all aspects of the education of their pupils, however pupils are welcome from widely differing faith traditions and many come from backgrounds of no faith at all. The principal is Alan Cox who can be reached at info@templecarrigschool.ie or 012873610.
St David’s Holy Faith acknowledges that parents and guardians are the primary educators and works in co-operation with the student and the home to help each individual pupil reach his or her potential. They view education as the development of the whole child, not just intellectual development but also the pupil’s physical, social and spiritual development. The principal is Mary O’Doherty who can be reached at info@stdavids.ie or 012874800.
Colaiste Chraobh Abhannis a co-educational, multi-denominational second level school that believes in the pursuit of educational excellence in a community where mutual respect prevails. The principal is Shane Eivers who can be reached at reception@colaisteca.ie or 012870198.
ON THE DART LINE SCHOOLS
The 8 o’clock DART from Greystones station on any weekday would provide a very interesting social study into teenage behaviour! You’ll notice that groups of school going passengers make very discerning carriage choices as they make their way to their morning classes, so look out for the Willow Park and Blackrock carriage, or the St. Andrews carriage, or the Loreto or Holy Child Dalkey girls all together in another! Taking the DART to school from Greystones for the first time is as simple as the ABCs, just follow someone in a uniform like yours!
Here’s just a short note of two choices from the DART:
St. Andrew’s College is one of Ireland’s most prestigious boy’s schools, with a distinctly international ethos. The school is only a 35 minute DART ride to Blackrock, from Greystones and lots of children from the school make this commute every day together. The principal is Peter Fraser who can be reached at information@st-andrews.ie or 01 288 2785.
Blackrock College is one of Ireland’s most prestigious boy’s schools, and the Blackrock College Union is famed for its strong support networks for graduate alumni. The school is only a 35 minute DART ride to Blackrock, from Greystones and lots of children from the school make this commute every day together. The principal is Alan McGinty who can be reached at info@blackrockcollege.com or 01 288 8681.
SeaGreen will be launching its new 3 and 4 bedroomed homes in the spring and will provide the perfect new home in the most perfect place to raise a well-educated family! Keep in touch for updates and more information at www.seagreengreystones.ie
Great news for hopeful homeowners still searching for the perfect place to lay down roots. Wood Group Homes has announced the coming launch of SeaGreen, a new homes development situated in the highly sought-after locale of Greystones.
Unrivalled in its setting, location and quality, SeaGreen will be one of the most exciting developments to be launched in South Dublin / North Wicklow in recent years.
The Setting
From a beautiful elevated site on Chapel Road, the development boasts ocean views that are so expansive, on a clear day it will be possible for SeaGreen homeowners to see Wales from their bedroom window.
The Location
Settled in the heart of Greystones, SeaGreen homeowners will enjoy all the richness and variety this seaside town has to offer.
From beautiful beaches and the new dynamic harbour front, to aspirational shopping and award-winning cuisine in restaurants such as The Happy Pear, The Three Q’s, The Hungry Monk and Chakra, SeaGreen provides the keys to a uniquely rewarding place to live.
Every aspect of SeaGreen is designed to foster and grow a sense of community and place. There are no apartments as the low density layout (on average 7.5 houses per acre) features ‘home zone’ cul de-sacs and wide open spaces.
Homes will offer traditional character and blend beautifully within the community they are built. Each home will then be equipped with modern, green technologies that also echo the natural surrounds of the development and answer the demand for more ecologically aware, sustainable living.
SeaGreen will boast the highest quality specification and attention to detail in all features of its design, a trademark that people have come to expect from Wood Group Homes.
The Wood Group is a third generation family-run company that have been building premium quality homes for 40 years. Wood Group combine superb craftsmanship and attention to detail with progressive architecture and design, to create homes with character and personality.
The quality of their work can be seen in recent developments such as Churchfields, CherryGlade and the latest offering of Glendale, applauded by the Irish Times and Sunday Business Post.
Coming Soon
Construction has just commenced on the luxury development, with a selection of three, four and five bed homes to become available in the spring of 2016.
Keep checking back on this blog for further updates on SeaGreen. You can also express your interest and find out more through the Wood Group Facebook page, which is monitored every day.