Located in the heart of Scotland, South Lanarkshire offers a blend of rich history, great landscapes and vibrant communities, which makes it the perfect place to call home.
From the rolling hills of the Clyde Valley to the charming towns, which are steeped in history and heritage, there are plenty of areas in South Lanarkshire for prospective buyers to find their dream home, including our Cornhill Village development located in Hamilton and Sequoia Meadows in Jackton, each with a range of new build homes to suit any type of buyer,
In this blog we'll share the top reasons why your new home should be in South Lanarkshire.
Contents
- Things to do in South Lanarkshire
- Stores in South Lanarkshire
- Best restaurants in South Lanarkshire
- Easy city connections
- Cala Homes in South Lanarkshire
1. Things to do in South Lanarkshire
If you're looking to enjoy the great outdoors, there is lots to see and do in South Lanarkshire. Why not enjoy a nature walk in the nearby Chatelherault Country Park, which has 500 acres of countryside and woodlands, along with 10 miles of routed pathways, perfect for a country run, stroll, or walk with the dog.
For history buffs, why not stop by David Livingstone's birthplace, located not far in Blantyre, where you can learn all about the Scottish explorer. For the kids, there's Wonder World soft play, located in East Kilbride, which offers two different play zones and caters for little tots right up to tweens, the perfect option to burn off some energy.
Not far from our Sequoia Meadows development is Play Sport, which is home to all sorts of activities, from GP racing simulators and a golf practice range to kids' favourite, Lollipop Land.
2. Stores in South Lanarkshire
For those looking looking for some retail therapy, you'll be spoiled for choice with the Regent Shopping Centre in Hamilton, which has a variety of high street stores, or check our Hamilton Palace Towers - a retail park in the town centre with a great selection of restaurants, shops, a Vue cinema and an Asda supermarket. Not to be outdone, Hamilton Retail Park, located to the North of the town centre, offers more shops like M&S, Sainsbury's and TK Maxx.
There are plenty of local, independent businesses across Hamilton and Jackton, in fact you'll find local products in one of our showhomes which is set to launch at Cornhill Village, thanks to our Showhome of Support initiative. Watch this space!
3. Best restaurants in South Lanarkshire
If it's culinary delights you are looking for, then South Lanarkshire is the place to be. For those special family meals, why not pop into Carrigans, which has restaurants in Hamilton, East Kilbride and Blantyre. If you are looking for something special for date night, why not try SALT Hamilton, which offers a mix of sushi and street food, as well as other Japanese dishes like Katsu curries and Ramen noodles.
Whilst an East Kilbride favourite is Coppertrees Bar & Grill, which is a family-owned establishment specialising in local produce with an extensive menu to suit everyone in the family.
If you are looking for coffee and a catch up, why not try Ronzio Coffeehouse, which offers a great selection of drinks, cakes and hot food or TIME Deli, offering delicious homemade options.
4. Easy city connections
With great links to Glasgow city centre, living in South Lanarkshire is extremely popular among commuters. The area is well-served by a network of regular train services, with several stations, including Hamilton Central, Hamilton West and East Kilbride, all providing quick access to Glasgow Central Station in under 30 minutes. The M74 motorway is also nearby, ensuring smooth travel for those driving into the city. With its efficient transport infrastructure, South Lanarkshire is an ideal choice for those seeking both suburban living and easy connectivity to Glasgow's vibrant urban life.
5. Cala Homes in South Lanarkshire
We currently have a duo of developments in South Lanarkshire for prospective buyers to choose from.
Our new build homes at Cornhill Village, Hamilton, offer the best of semi-rural surroundings whilst still being well connected to the city. Now launched, you can discover a range of four- and five-bedroom detatched homes, perfect for families, first-time buyers and couples.
Sequoia Meadows located in Jackton, East Kilbride, has proven a popular family development with a selection of apartments and three-, four- and five- bedroom houses available within this brand-new community.
To find out more about our new build homes in South Lanarkshire, visit our developments page.
