Gribben family relish benefits of buying brand new

The Gribben family are enjoying the benefits of a new build property after switching their old 1950’s home for a brand new one at the Barratt Homes Madden Gardens development in Letchworth Garden City.

Madden Gardens on Blackhorse Road in Letchworth – the world’s first garden city, is an award-winning development, designed with input from the town’s Heritage Foundation.

Leila and husband Dean, along with their two sons Joseph, 7 and Harry, 5, have recently moved in to a Cambridge style home at Madden Gardens. This four bedroom detached property features a large kitchen with a family/breakfast area, a separate dining room, study and spacious lounge. The first floor offers a master bedroom with an en suite, a family bathroom and a further three double bedrooms.

Leila continued “We were drawn to the Cambridge home style as the layout was ideal for our family. The bedroom sizes are perfect for our two boys and there are multiple storage locations, which is always helpful!”

The low maintenance aspect along with the ability to personalise a new build home is what attracted the couple to buy new with Barratt Homes.

Leila said “We previously lived in a 1950’s terrace that needed constant maintenance. The thought of the whole house being brand new with an NHBC guarantee is what attracted us, as well as the home being a blank slate for us to make our own.

Leila, 33, and Dean, 34, were attracted to Madden Gardens as it was in a convenient location, close to their workplaces and their children’s school as well as being in a beautiful area.

Madden Gardens is only 28 minutes from Central London and 25 minutes from Cambridge by rail, yet surrounded by farmland and green spaces with plenty of opportunities to walk and cycle. These areas are protected by Letchworth’s Garden City status, ensuring they will be enjoyed for many generations to come. Located only 1.3 miles from the town centre, perfect for discovering intriguing shops and tempting restaurants, makes Madden Gardens ideal for family life. 

Glenn Copper, Senior Sales Manager at Barratt Homes North Thames commented: “I am delighted that the Gribben family have found their ideal new home and that we were able to give them peace of mind with our NHBC guarantee and helpful staff.

“This is a great development for individuality and style. Madden Gardens is a lovely location, with a tranquil feel, but with easy commuting to major centres of employment – just perfect for modern family living.”

Prices: From £454,950

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