Attractive Ten-Home Scheme Unveiled In Southborough

House-hunters in Kent have a new collection of houses to consider with the recent launch of Wickham Rise, a Shanly Homes in Southborough, with just 10 three- and four-bedroom houses overlooking the rolling hills of the Kent Weald.

Design and specification includes open-plan Shaker-style kitchen/dining rooms with a range of integrated Zanussi and Siemens appliances, and stone worktops. Glazed doors merge the inside with the out and lead directly onto the turfed private garden. A separate living area provides space for the family to unwind and relax together whilst the upstairs accommodation is well thought-out, with bedroom one benefitting from fitted wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. Every property features private parking and access to an electric car charging point, whilst selected homes come complete with a garage. For keen cyclists, an assembled shed to the rear garden acts as a secure storage space.

Designed to aid the surrounding environment, Wickham Rise doesn’t just benefit its new homeowners. Each property has been constructed to incorporate bee bricks and bird boxes helping to provide habitats for some of the UKs most vital pollinators and wildlife. Landscaping to pathways and driveways has been thoughtfully implemented to attract a variety of bumblebees and butterflies whilst Shanly Homes’ partnership with the Woodland Trust will ensure that 20 trees are planted for every house they build, forging new habitats for the much-loved British wildlife to thrive throughout the UK.

Greg Kaye, head of sales at Shanly Homes, commented: “We are very excited to launch this new assortment of properties in Southborough. A small scheme, we are certain that Wickham Rise is set to become home to a fantastic new community. With a variety of different house types and layouts there is sure to be a home to suit many needs, from growing families to those looking for somewhere smaller. This combined with the peaceful backdrop of the Kent Weald and vast array of flora and fauna Wickham Rise is certainly worth a look.”

The town of Southborough has plenty to offer its residents. Just a five-minute walk from home is the thriving London Road, home to Southborough Library, Tesco Express, pharmacy, butchers and hair salons. Southborough Common is a six-minute cycle away and features a cricket ground, duck pond and woodland which is home to woodpeckers, chiffchaffs and a variety of butterflies – perfect for spending time with nature or keeping little ones occupied. For adults, the Hand and Sceptre pub opposite the common provides a welcome watering hole following a long woodland walk.

Families are well catered for at Wickham Rise thanks to the range of ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ rated pre- and secondary schools as well as grammar schools within the development’s catchment area.

For commuters, High Brooms mainline station is a seven-minute cycle away and reaches London Bridge in less than 45 minutes. Road connections are equally convenient with the A21 and M25 within easy reach putting Gatwick Airport just 40 minutes from home and the Channel Tunnel just over an hour. When the time comes for a costal escape, both Hastings and Whitstable are both easily reachable providing access to the Kent Coastline, ports and beaches.

Prices at Wickham Rise start from £655,000 for a three-bedroom home. Find out more at www.shanlyhomes.com.

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