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Downsize to a life of London luxury at Acton Gardens

10th November 2015 Print
Acton Gardens

The baby boomers continue to play a major role in the current housing market, with the downsizing trend sweeping the generation. In a recent survey, Lloyd’s Bank found that fifty-two per cent of the UK’s prospective purchasers are in search of a smaller property. London’s super boomers hoping to release equity from their larger family homes, without leaving behind their luxurious London lifestyle, should look no further than the Mansion Building Apartments at West Park Quarter, the latest phase at Countryside and L&Q’s joint venture, Acton Gardens in W3.

Andrew Loveday, Sales Director at Countryside comments: “Once home-owners make the decision to look for a smaller property, the benefits are clear. Trading down can generate significant amounts of equity, which according to Lloyd’s Bank this figure in London could be almost £289,927. In addition to all of the financial benefits, including lower household bills, it also means a reduced amount of property maintenance for the retiree allowing them to get on and enjoy their leisure time.

“Acton Gardens is attracting a good number of retirees who are drawn to the development by its outstanding London location, which has recently been tipped as one of the capital’s top residential hotspots and the fact that Acton has a great deal to offer those who live there, including great entertainment venues and restaurants. The Mansion Building offers a selection of premium homes that demonstrate why Acton Gardens has accomplished a great reputation.”

Created with convenience, style and security in mind, the Mansion Building Apartments at West Park Quarter include a stylish collection of one and two bedroom apartments, three bedroom überhaus duplexes and three and four bedroom penthouses. Each home boasts exceptional modern design, ideal for those looking to compromise on size but not on luxury. Interiors are designed with flexible free flowing living space featuring extensive glazing to maximise natural light. Every apartment also benefits from a generous terrace, providing an attractive space for entertaining guests.

The new homes boast a superb specification, with the high gloss finish kitchens featuring stone worktops, chrome accessories, ceramic floor tiles and also a range of integrated appliances. Bathrooms and en suites comprise crisp white sanitaryware with chrome finishes and contrasting ceramic tiling.

Eco features are incorporated to help reduce energy consumption including double glazing, green roofs, solar panels and an energy centre to supply some of the heat and power, resulting in lower utility bills. The homes will achieve a minimum Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 offering low heating, power and water consumption.

A range of new social and commercial community facilities will be concentrated on the Hub, a 55,000 sq ft facility to be located in the centre of Acton Gardens. This will also include a central plaza with a supermarket, new public open space and other community amenities, helping to bring people of all age groups together.

Green open space plays a vital role at Acton Gardens, with tree-lined streets designed around a series of parks, squares and communal gardens, featuring extensive landscaping, play areas and allotments. In a nod to the traditional appeal of London’s parks and squares, the outdoor spaces are designed to create social, lively places for people to relax and enjoy, where pedestrians have priority and community interaction is encouraged. Nearby, South Acton Park also provides a great urban park with mature trees lining the footpaths and a play area for children. The plans also include a proposed new bus route and street network linking with the surrounding area, as well as a car club for residents use.

With excellent transport connections, Acton Gardens is located within a short walk of Acton Town underground station providing Piccadilly and District Line services into the West End and the City. It is also close to Acton Main Line station, which will benefit hugely from becoming a station on the Crossrail line when it opens in 2019.

Nearby Chiswick High Street offers an exciting range of designer boutiques, good pubs and restaurants, whilst the Westfield regional shopping centre at White City is only 20 minutes away by tube from Acton Town station. For sports enthusiasts, golf is available at Old Deer Park, pitch and putt at Gunnersbury Park and tennis in Acton Park.

The Mansion Building Apartments are priced from £450,000 for a one bedroom apartment. For further information, visit actongardens.co.uk.

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