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News in Brief from The New Homes Scene, Week 15 2018

Posted 12 April 2018 by Keith Osborne

The WhatHouse? team takes you through just some of the launches, events and offers at new homes sites all over the country...

With the ambitious targets for building new homes, it is no surprise that housebuilders are so busy and organising so many launches, events and special offers on an increasing number of developments across the UK, which we take a look at here.  


A last chance to purchase in Coventry

Jelson Homes has just announced the release of the final phase of properties at its popular Holmwood development in the city, with a collection of six additional homes now on the market for house-hunters to consider.

Among the final properties, all available through Help to Buy, is the three-bedroom ‘Plover’ mews home, priced at £189,950, which saw a lot of buyer demand on the previous phase with couples and young families. The ground floor of this house has an inviting square hallway, kitchen with built-in appliances, cloakroom and spacious lounge with French doors leading out into the rear garden. Upstairs is the en suite master bedroom, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Jackie Woodward, sales manager at Jelson Homes, says: “With Coventry having been named as one of the top ten places to live and work in the UK, we’re delighted to be marketing our final phase of just six homes right now at Holmwood. Living just outside of a thriving city centre will, no doubt, offer our future purchasers the very best of both worlds – the ease of commuting in and out via the nearby road network and with convenient public transport also on the doorstep – but also the chance to take a slower pace of life in a popular suburb.”

Holmwood is located north of Coventry city centre and is within easy reach of a wide range of shops and amenities, such as the Friargate development and the City Centre South retail par, as well as the  planned water park.

Find out more at jelson.co.uk


New collection of homes at just-launched Cheshire development

Lloyd Mews​House-hunters in north-west England have their first chance to reserve a high-quality new home in Alsager, Cheshire, following the recent launch of Lloyd Mews by Barratt Homes, which will eventually provide 200 new homes to the area.

The housebuilder has released a range of three- and four-bedroom homes with prices starting from £194,995. Later releases will see one- and two-bedroom properties also appearing, ensuring the development will attract a variety of buyers. The government-backed Help to Buy scheme is open to everyone with a 5% deposit, while those upgrading from an existing property can use Barratt’s own Movemaker initiative, where the housebuilder deals with estate agents to take the hassle of selling from the new home buyer.

Steve Jackson, sales director at Barratt Homes North West, says: “As with every development we build, Lloyd Mews is set in a location that offers residents easy access to the town centre, as well as being in close proximity to great local amenities and commuter links. We have already received a high level of interest for the site, so would advise anyone who does want to secure their dream home here to visit our sales team and find out more about what’s on offer.”

In easy reach of a number of schools, Lloyd Mews is also only a short distance from a variety of shops, services and sports facilities including a popular and lively weekly market and a farmers’ market in nearby Alsager town centre. House-hunters can visit the development on Mondays from 12.30pm to 5.30pm, and Thursday to Sunday from 10.00am to 5.30pm.

Find out more about Barratt Homes developments in Cheshire


One Housing’s St Ann’s Place development now open

Located in the heart of a Haringey conservation area in North London, St Ann’s Place is built on the site of a former Victorian police station. It is a collection of 22 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, and five four-bedroom houses available for private sale. There are also six one- and two-bedroom apartments which are offered under the Shared Ownership scheme. The development fits in perfectly with its surroundings, as the architect has drawn on the original Victorian style of the police station.

SiteSales Property Group is handling the sales and marketing of the development. Eloise Robins, director at SiteSales Property Group says: “This is a landmark development in an area that offers history, culture, excellent transport links and leisure activities, and is sure to be popular with potential buyers.”

The development is within walking distance to Seven Sisters overground and underground stations, offering residents easy access to the city.

One-bedroom apartments start from £400,000 (private sale) and £405,000 (Shared Ownership).

Find out more at stanns.site-sales.co.uk


Incentives available at Ferrygate Meadow from Miller Homes

Ferrygate Meadow​Ferrygate Meadow is located in sought-after North Berwick, with coastline and countryside on its doorstep. Only a handful of properties remain available for purchase at the development.

Miller Homes is offering buyers the chance to purchase a new home using the Part Exchange scheme, and a contribution to the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT).

The Thames is one such home eligible for these incentives. It is a five-bedroom home, designed with family living in mind, and priced at £432,995. It offers an open plan kitchen and breakfast room with plenty of space. The five bedrooms have built in wardrobes and the master bedroom has a contemporary en-suite.

North Berwick railway station, three quarters of a mile from the development, offers trains to Edinburgh Waverley approximately once an hour, with extra services during morning and evening commuter periods. The journey takes just over half an hour. There is also an hourly bus service into Edinburgh that passes adjacent to the development and takes around 65 minutes. The centre of Edinburgh is around 40 minutes away by car.

Find out more about Ferrygate Meadow


CALA Homes hosts events in Surrey and Hampshire this weekend

Award-winning CALA Homes is hosting events at two of its popular developments in the South East this weekend, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 April, to give buyers the chance to find out more about the ways it can help would-be purchasers to get the home they want.

At Amlets Place in Cranleigh, Surrey, a Home Incentives Event give visitors the chance to meet the CALA sales team and learn more about the three tailored schemes on offer: an Interiors Package, a Fees Package and a Part Exchange package. At Medstead Grange in Hampshire, the Moving Solutions weekend outlines options to move in to one of just seven remaining properties there.

Nicki Dennis, sales and marketing director for CALA Homes (South Home Counties), says: “Proudly known as England’s largest village, Cranleigh is one of the most aspirational villages to live in Surrey, offering a tranquil countryside setting with all the amenities you need right on your doorstep. We hope that with these three tailored packages we will have something to suit everyone.”

Liz Stone, sales manager for CALA Homes (Thames), adds: “Nestled in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, Medstead Grange offers impressive family homes in an idyllic country setting whilst benefiting from excellent schooling, local amenities and road links nearby. To help buyers make the move into their brand new home this spring, we are offering a range of tailored incentive packages.”

Find out more about Amlets Place and Medstead Grange from CALA Homes.


Luxury show home for sale in Hertfordshire

Halstead GrangeTaylor Wimpey North Thames has announced a rare opportunity to purchase a luxury, fully furnished five-bedroom home, releasing the ‘Sarah House’ property at its Halstead Grange development in Goffs Oak, Hertfordshire, which it is selling ‘as seen’, which includes contemporary furniture and high specification fixtures and fittings.

‘Sarah House’ is one of the 14 neoclassical-style homes that comprise the gated community of Halstead Grange, which combines traditional architectural features with thoroughly modern interiors which include underfloor heating, an integrated wireless music system with speakers in six rooms and a video door entry system. The high specification is illustrated by the kitchen, with its Hacker German kitchen units, with Silestone worktops and Miele integrated appliances. The price for this property is given upon application.

Debbie Evans, creative director at Show Business Interiors, fitted out the show house. “I took inspiration from the prestigious setting to create a family home with a luxury feel fusing contemporary technology and design with modern country living,” she says. Jack Costello, sales and marketing director for Taylor Wimpey North Thames, adds: “To be able to offer the opportunity for someone to move into a luxury, fully furnished home doesn’t come around very often. I would encourage anyone interested in moving in to get in touch with us to book an appointment to look around - you won’t be disappointed.”

Halstead Grange is located within Hertfordshire countryside just west of Cheshunt. Goffs Oak has its amenities and is well connected to other towns, with Hertford is just 11 miles away. Several well-regarded schools in close proximity, the M25 is only minutes away and there are convenient commutes into The City from Cuffley and Cheshunt stations.

Find out more about Taylor Wimpey’s developments


Help to Buy events at two Leicestershire developments this weekend

William Davis Homes is hosting two Help to Buy events at Leicestershire developments this weekend, allowing would-be purchasers to meet their teams and learn more about the Help to Buy scheme at Buttercup Fields in Shepshed and Grange Park in Loughborough.

Taking place on site at these developments on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 April, these events give details on the government-backed purchase assistance scheme and what buyers will need to do to secure the 20% equity loan it offers, with independent financial advisors available throughout the weekend to talk about mortgage options. In addition, the housebuilder is offering its bespoke soft furnishings package on all reservations over the weekend.  

William Davis Homes’ sales director Stephen Rush says: “There’s a common misconception that Help to Buy is only applicable to first-time buyers but that’s not the case. It’s open to anyone looking to buy a new build home, as long as it is to be their only residence. We thought hosting a dedicated weekend would help house hunters to understand the scheme further including how it might enable them to afford a new home they’ve previously not considered.

“Buttercup Fields and Grange Park have a complete collection of homes, in two- to five-bedroom designs, so are ideal for those looking for their first home, something with room to grow or just that little bit easier to manage. We find that a typical Help to Buy purchase can proceed within just six to eight weeks so we’re encouraging all house hunters looking for a new home for the spring to join us on 14 and 15 April to find out more.”

Visitors to the sites can also speak to William Davis Homes about its other purchasing options such as Part Exchange, Assisted Move or Early Exchange.

Find out more at www.williamdavis.co.uk/our-developments


Limited time special offer on final phase of homes at Hampshire site

Greenwood PlaceWell-respected regional housebuilder Pennyfarthing Homes is offering a special offer for a limited time as it releases the final tranche of homes at its Greenwood Place development in New Milton, Hampshire, with speedy buyers able to benefit from tailored sales packages including having stamp duty paid.

This has been a popular site, attracting interest from local buyers and those moving in from a further afield but impressed with the location and transport connections of the site. Only 11 homes now remain for sale, a mix of three bedroom detached, semi-detached and terraced houses priced from £365,000, which are available on Help to Buy.

Matt Dukes, managing director at Pennyfarthing Homes, says: “We have been overwhelmed with how popular the homes have been with young professionals, families and also more mature buyers. New Milton is such a convenient base; you have access to the high street which has everything you need to run your errands, whilst it’s centrally located to explore west to Bournemouth and east across to Southampton. And the beach is just one mile away to get out and grab some fresh sea air.”

New Milton is on the southern fringe of the New Forest and ideally located for the port of Lymington, which is popular with fans of sailing and offers ferries to the Isle of Wight. Greenwood Place is ten minutes’ walk from the high street, with nearby New Milton station connected to  London Waterloo and other coastal resorts such at Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth.

Find out more at www.pennyfarthinghomes.co.uk


Information Day comes to Newton Mearns retirement development

Specialist retirement housebuilder McCarthy and Stone is giving over-55 buyers the chance to find out more about living in their own home on a development especially designed for older buyers with an Information Day at Ashbrae, the company's latest Lifestyle Living development in Newton Mearns.

Taking place at Albertslund Hall on Westacres Road on Thursday 19 April, from 2.00pm to 4.00pm, it's a chance for visitors to meet the McCarthy & Stone team, view a brand new fly-through video and take a look at typical apartment plans for the forthcoming development located on Crookfur Road. Ashbrae will comprise 30 two-bedroom homes, with an official launch planned for this summer and the first occupations expected in early 2019.

Lorraine Paterson, sales and marketing director for McCarthy & Stone, says: “Lifestyle Living represents an exciting proposition for the most discerning of homebuyers who are looking to enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle in an exceptional location – and with no compromise on design or build quality. We believe there are high levels of pent-up demand for this style of apartment development in Newton Mearns and we are looking forward to revealing more to potential buyers at the Information Day.”

Ashbrae will feature a lift to all floors, a secure video entry system, concierge, and landscaped gardens, as well as allocated car parking. The on-site manager will organise services such as window cleaning, communal space maintenance and buildings insurance, so residents can enjoy peace-of-mind in their own home, which is in easy reach of local shops and amenities as well as Glasgow city centre.

Find out more about the McCarthy & Stone portfolio


Final phase of exclusive apartments released at central London block

One Casson SquareThe final phase of luxury apartments at One Casson Square, the first residential building to launch at the noted Southbank Place development, have now come onto the market.

These eight properties are on floors 33 and 34 of the building, part of a development from Braeburn Estates, the joint venture partnership between Qatari Diar and Canary Wharf Group, and offer a spacious design, a host of special features and spectacular views across the capital, with prices from £2.18m. Each has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen/dining/living area, and each apartment on level 33 also comes complete with a 75 sq ft corner balcony.

Canary Wharf Group’s head of residential sales, Brian De’ath, says: “Since first launching One Casson Square we’ve been inundated with enquiries of when this exclusive collection of apartments on the upper reaches of the building would be released, so to be able to now actively sell them is incredibly exciting. This development speaks for itself; the apartment designs, the location, the views and the amenities are the perfect combination when speaking to people looking to buy a central London home with that extra wow factor.”

In addition to office, retail and leisure space, the whole development provides 877 private homes across five buildings and is situated between Waterloo and County Hall on the banks of the River Thames. It has its own residents-only health & fitness facility as well as a multitude of amenities, leisure facilities and transport links on its doorstep.

Find out more at www.southbank-place.com


New show home now open at Hackney regeneration

Berkeley Homes (North East London) Ltd has unveiled a new show apartment at The Nature Collection at Woodberry Down, its award-winning regeneration scheme in the London Borough of Hackney.

The new show home is a fourth-floor, three-bedroom duplex apartment  which offers 1,821 sq ft of living space and views across the East and West Reservoirs and the city skyline. The design incorporates floor-to-ceiling glass walls and sliding doors open out onto two balconies which overlook the Woodberry Wetlands Nature Reserve. The interior has been professionally designed by industry newcomers Zetter Blunt, to complement the specification with stylish decoration.

Grace Zetter, co-founder of the interior designer, says: “Throughout the design process, the idea of ‘outdoor-inspired urban luxury’ was at the forefront of minds, along with an appreciation for how important it is for a space to feel at ease with its surroundings. Our ambition was to create a connection between the interiors of the new show apartment in The Nature Collection and the regeneration area within which it sits, and this has been achieved by consistent use of organic materials, foliage, craftsmanship from the local area, and hues and tones of blue to echo the reservoirs and sky that frame the scheme.”

Located close to Finsbury Park and Manor House tube station, properties currently for sale at The Nature Collection start at £745,000 for a two-bedroom apartment, with first properties set for completion in the final quarter of 2018.

Find out more about Woodberry Down from Berkeley Homes


New show home at Cane Hill Park

Cane Hill Park (David Wilson Homes)​Designed by Andrew Henry Interiors, potential buyers are now able to view the new show home at David Wilson Homes’ Cane Hill Park development in Coulsdon. Cane Hill Park is built on the site of the former Cane Hill Hospital, and there are three-, four- and five-bedroom homes available.

The new show home, a four-bedroom property, has been designed with family life in mind. It has an open plan kitchen, separate study and a first-floor lounge with a balcony. Interior designer, Andrew Henry says: “We’ve used a natural colour palette with pale wood, botanical prints and accents of forest and fern green to link the house back to its parkland setting. Feature lighting and interesting textures have combined to create a home that’s both glamorous and comfortable.”

Prices for the current phase of properties start from £594,995, and Help to Buy London and Part Exchange are available on selected plots.

View more about Cane Hill Park


Shared Ownership in West London’s new eco village

L&Q is launching the next phase of 21 one- and two-bedroom Shared Ownership homes at Acton Gardens, West London’s largest regeneration project. The new eco-homes offer sustainable living in a bustling Crossrail hotspot, ideal for young couples and working professionals.

Acton Gardens is a joint venture between L&Q and Countryside, and the £600m redevelopment of the South Acton Estate will provide around 2,800 homes, 50% of which will be affordable. The homes are designed to be energy efficient, and are fitted with solar panels and there is an on-site energy centre that will supply some of the heat and power for the development, thereby reducing the carbon footprint of the residents.

Cathy Lloyd, sales and customer services director for L&Q’s North Region, says: “Acton is proving ever-popular with young couples and working professionals, attracted to the area’s stylish West London location and great local transport links. Property prices in the area have risen by 4% in the last year alone, undoubtedly fuelled by the upcoming launch of Crossrail, and so we are expecting a surge of interest from first-time buyers who are looking for an affordable first step on to the property ladder.”

For commuters, Acton Town Underground connects to Holborn in less than 30 minutes, Bank in 40 minutes, and Terminals 1, 2, and 3 at Heathrow Airport within 24 minutes, via the Piccadilly and District Lines. South Acton Overground is also nearby, and the scheme is just a short drive from Acton Mainline station, which will offer Crossrail services in December 2019, adding to the transport options on offer.

Prices start at £113,750 for a 25% share of a one-bedroom home (full market value £455,000), and £143,750 for a 25% share of a two-bedroom home (full market value £575,000).

Visit lqpricedin.co.uk/actongardens for more information


New show home at Repington Walk in Tamworth

Repington Walk (Walton Homes)Located off Whitley Avenue in Tamworth, Repington Walk by Walton Homes is a private estate offering one- and two-bedroom maisonettes, and three- and four-bedroom houses.

Walton Homes has revealed a new show home at the development, a four-bedroom property that has been designed to show how much scope and potential there is for the houses on the development.

Amy Summerton, director of Walton Homes, says: “We’ve had a great deal of interest in this site thanks to a combination of the high-specification homes on the development and its easy access links to Birmingham and Solihull. We had reserved five of the 21 plots before we launched the show home, the first buyers moved into their new homes at the beginning of this month, and we are confident that the opportunity to view a display property will boost interest further.”

The show home and sales office at Repington Walk are open from 11am until 5pm Thursday-Monday. Contact the sales team on 01827 60204 for more details.


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