Show Home Purchase Proves Perfect For Exercise And Entertaining
Since moving into their new home at Woodside Place, Nick and Allan see the two best aspects of their home being its capacity as an entertainment hub and the rural location which promotes exercise on every corner.
For Allan in particular, the walking opportunities available in the beautiful Langdon Hills area and beyond are his favourite part of this idyllic Essex location. He comments: “I thoroughly enjoy taking a 10 minute train journey to Leigh-on-Sea and walking 18km to Thorpe Bay and back, taking in the delightful views around me. The route is enriched with both countryside and seaside settings, offering a magnificent scenic journey. I am also enjoying exploring our immediate surroundings, especially walks along the Thames Estuary via Langdon Hills Country Park which provide a perfect opportunity to achieve my daily steps goal.”
“I have also started training with a brilliant personal trainer who I met through a Facebook page set up by local residents, where we share stories, promote local businesses, buy and sell items and generally strengthen our community network. We train in his converted garage just around the corner from my home, so getting fit has never been easier or more enjoyable!”
As keen entertainers, Nick and Allan love the community spirit at Woodside Place, as it increases positive wellbeing and strengthens relationships across the area. They hosted a Christmas party for friends, family and all the neighbours, with food, drink and even a reindeer and are now planning an Easter party with a petting farm complete with lambs and chicks.
As well as perfectly accommodating Nick and Allan’s social and fitness commitments, their home is also ideal for their working lifestyle. The home offers plenty of space so every room in the house can be customised to suit their day-to-day, including the use of one of the bedrooms as a study. As the global HR director for NBC Universal, having a dedicated work-from-home area is essential for Allan to keep home and work life separate. Equally, the couple love having friends and family to stay, so having multi-use bedrooms is hugely beneficial for them.
In addition to the attractive greenery of the area, it is also ideal for other amenities, such as being nearby Lakeside shopping centre and a short drive from Southend. For Nick, a cabin crew member for Virgin Atlantic, the close proximity to the M25 and London is invaluable. Equally, the future Lower Thames Crossing will further connect the couple to family members in Kent.
Nick and Allan purchased Woodside Place’s stylish show home including all the furnishings and fittings. The inclusion of new sofas, beds, wardrobes and the incredible interior décor made the move incredibly smooth and enjoyable for the couple.
Woodside Place offers three- and four-bedroom homes with impressive open-plan spaces and exceptional craftsmanship in the design of the properties. The local area of Basildon offers a tranquil rural backdrop whilst also providing vast transport connections, including a 35-minute train service to London Fenchurch Street.
Prices at Woodside Place start at £850,000.
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