Luxurious homes in Kingscourt offer energy efficiency

new development of energy-efficient homes in Kingscourt has been launched at Rockfield Heights, blending luxury and quality with affordable prices. These spacious, luxurious homes are built using the latest energy conservation technology. With fuel and oil prices fluctuating and tighter budgets being the order of the day due to the turmoil in financial markets, today"s property buyers are turning their attention to energy efficiency in the home. Rockfield Heights is among the most environmentally friendly developments on the market, conserving energy by means of increased levels of insulation, airtight construction - no draughts, no heat loss - high efficiency boilers, controlled ventilation with an efficient heat recovery system, solar panels to provide sustainable hot water and low embodied construction. The development is situated just minutes" walk from Kingscourt town centre and offers great value for first-time buyers, families trading up or investors. Each unit comes complete with fully fitted kitchen, appliances and sanitary ware. Local amenities include a large range of sports and leisure facilities, including Cabra Castle and Golf Course, Dun a Ri Forest Park and outdoor fishing locations. Rockfield Heights is an exclusive site which includes 1.75 acres of green area, including a children"s play area, sitting area, walkways and a fully landscaped green area. The properties range in size from two-beds at 977 square feet to three beds at 1,260 square feet and four-beds at 1,760 square feet. The three-bed semi-detached houses are priced from €199,950. The agents for Rockfield Heights are Property Partners Gartlan who said: 'The only gimmick on this development is the price - at €199,950 the three-bed houses represent excellent value, especially when you consider that there is €16,000 worth of energy-saving systems built into each house. Buyers can expect to enjoy savings in running costs of about 30 per cent compared to a similarly-sized traditional house.' Showhouses are open Sundays from 2pm-4pm. Viewing appointments can also be made outside of these hours by contacting Therese at Property Partners Gartlan on (042) 966 3688 or (087) 669 8965.