Image

We are a small and unique home builder focused on individual and bespoke properties


Image
Grosvenor Riverside, Salisbury
Nicholas Macdonald-Buchanan has worked as a property developer for 25 years, formally in London and then for many years in the Bournemouth and Poole conurbation as a founder Director of Blue Homes Ltd which specialises in urban regeneration projects. Seeking a change of direction he has recently founded Woolavington Homes to concentrate on small, design led housing projects in prime rural locations across Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire.

Image
We are able to offer our clients the ability to choose their own interior layouts, finishes and kitchen designs, subject to the construction programme.
Image
Image

Nick Macdonald-Buchanan



Current Developments

Grosvenor Riverside, Salisbury

Four Grand Riverside Villas in the heart of Salisbury, overlooking the River Nadder and the Salisbury Watermeadows. Originally constructed in the 1870's the buildings have for many decades been in...

Shoscombe, Bath

Three contemporary brand new homes designed to complement the rolling Somerset countryside. Close to Bath, these homes are perfect for those wanting to be close to the buzz of the historical city ...

Woolston

Six stunning new homes, all unique, with garages and gardens. Set in the tranquille Somerset countryside, these beautiful homes have been built using traditional local materials with all the modern...

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

We aim to achieve on every property an A rated EPC to keep running costs as low as possible. Wherever possible our properties will have solar, battery storage, air source heats pumps and smart water tanks installed as a base specification.


YOUR INDIVIDUAL VISION

Uniquely, due to our small size, we can offer the opportunity to choose your own finishes. We provide a completely bespoke kitchen design service. Nick's wife Claire, who has 30 years of experience as a kitchen designer, will collaborate with you to create your desired kitchen.

Each project has a budget and specification for finishes, and we will share this information with you depending on the timing of the purchase. This gives you the option to upgrade or change finishes according to your preferences.



AFTERCARE

The small number of homes we build are constructed to a very high standard. After completing each house, we meticulously inspect every property to address any missed issues.

Additionally, we will invite you to personally inspect the property with us before completion to ensure your satisfaction. Typically, we already have a close working relationship with our buyers, as many of them want to make changes to specifications and layouts during the building process.


WARRENTY

Your home comes with a 10-year Warranty.

Years 0-2

The defects period is covered directly by ourselves. Any defect in materials or workmanship will be corrected by ourselves in a timely manner.

For the avoidance of doubt, normal shrinkage, drying out, condensation, general wear and tear, and accidental damage are not regarded as defects.

Years 3-10.

Your new home is covered by a 3rd party structural warranty, the provider of which will have inspected the property at key stages of construction in addition to building control inspections. Providers such as ICW or NHBC are typically the 3rd party providers we use. We do not however stand behind ‘small print’ and are here to assist and resolve any issues at any time.

Some Past Developments


Image

WINTERBORNE HOUGHTON

Two contemporary barn style houses in rural Dorset, 7 minutes from Blandford. All sold.
Image

THE LITZO

14 flats and 8 houses, helped kickstart the regeneration of Boscombe Spa, Bournemouth
Image

THE OLD MEWS

A terrace of 5 houses in the middle of Broadmayne, close to Dorchester.
Image

PIRBRIGHT HOUSE

A conversion of an Edwardian building into 7 flats on the clifftop with panoramic sea views.
Image

ST NICHOLAS COURT

14 flats across two buildings in the Boscombe area of Bournemouth
Image

MILTON ROAD

14 flats across 2 buildings in Charminster area of Bournemouth.

      Woolavington Homes specialise in building unique homes on small sites in Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset


      We are totally ‘design led’, collaborating with talented architects to design homes that look and feel in keeping with the sites we develop.

      This approach means every single house we build or refurbish is unique and individual.  We always build in sympathy with the land and its surroundings, and with the highest level of craftsmanship.

      Image
      Nicholas Macdonald-Buchanan has worked as a property developer for 25 years, formally in London and then for many years in the Bournemouth and Poole conurbation as a founder Director of Blue Homes Ltd which specialises in urban regeneration projects. Seeking a change of direction he has recently founded Woolavington Homes to concentrate on small, design led housing projects in prime rural locations across Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire.

      We are able to offer our clients the ability to choose their own interior layouts, finishes and kitchen designs, subject to the construction programme.
      Nick Macdonald-Buchanan Founder & CEO

      Current Developments

      Grosvenor Riverside

      CHURCHFIELDS ROAD, SALISBURY, WILTSHIRE
      Image

      Hill Ash Court

      WOOLSTONE, SOMERSET
      Image

      Shoscombe

      BATH, SOMERSET
      Image
        Image

        Energy Efficiency

        We aim to achieve on every property an A rated EPC to keep running costs as low as possible. Wherever possible our properties will have solar, battery storage, air source heats pumps and smart water tanks installed as a base specification.
        Image

        Bespoke Design

        We construct only a small amount of properties each year, most of which are sold ‘off plan’. We are therefore able to cater for purchasers individual requirements both in layout and specification.

        Uniquely we  have an inhouse kitchen designer of 30 years experience who can design totally bespoke kitchens and colour schemes.

        Image

        Acquisition

        We are always looking for small sites for up to 10 houses either with or without planning.

        If you would like us to appraise the potential of your land please contact
        Nick Macdonald-Buchanan on 07990 520 657
        or alternatively on email : nickmb@woolavingtonhomes.co.uk

        Image

        Funding and Investment

        WH Ltd is a privately funded business without excessive gearing. We have a close relationship with Hampshire Trust Bank who partner us on most of our projects. We do have a small number of outside investors who co-invest with us in individual projects. If an investment might be of interest we would be happy to sit down and discuss options.

        Get in Touch