Lock up and cruise apartments at The Limes

Storey Homes’ fantastic range of apartments at The Limes in Ampthill, Bedfordshire, are perfect for downsizers who are keen to release equity from their property so that they can travel the globe. For the increasing numbers who are keen on cruises, these homes at The Limes offer the perfect ‘lock up and cruise’ home. The great security features ensure that the owners’ possessions are safe and secure whilst they sail off into the sunset!

According to the Passenger Shipping Association (PSA), there has been a huge surge in winter luxury cruise holidays with a seasonal rise of 33% in 2011 that meant that over the whole year, 8% more holidays were sold. As an industry that generated direct expenditure of £2.28 billion last year in the UK, one in every eight package holidays is now a cruise. In 2011, 1.7 million people took a cruise and the average age of passengers was 56.

Mark Storey from Storey Homes comments: “The apartments at The Limes are ideal for downsizers looking to enjoy their retirement by travelling regularly, especially people who like to escape the winter blues by cruising to warmer climates. Thanks to the security features in each new home, which include secure car parking and electronic key fob access into the development and the apartment building, owners can leave their belongings with confidence, while they travel and enjoy long holidays.”

Due to the popularity of the development, there are currently only two 2 bedroom properties remaining for sale at The Limes. One of the apartments also has two balconies where residents can relax and enjoy fine weather.

The properties feature a great specification that includes a luxury fitted kitchen with high quality units and worktops complete with a selection of built-in appliances. The luxury bathrooms are furnished with high-end white suites and chrome fittings. All apartments have underfloor heating and high quality flooring throughout. Master bedrooms benefit from en-suite facilities.

Ampthill is a historic market town located between Luton and Bedford. The town boasts several lively pubs, a wide variety of restaurants and a selection of small independent shops. For commuters to London, Flitwick station is just down the road, providing frequent services into London St Pancras in under an hour.

Prices at The Limes start from £209,950. For further information and to view the properties, visit storey-homes.co.uk.