Berkshire Property News

Barratt Thames Valley has acquired a prime site in Compton, a charming village surrounded by beautiful West Berkshire countryside, where it will build a collection of 33 new homes.

As summer approaches, the leisurely pursuits of the countryside beckon. And who wouldn't want to boast about living near a forest, and in a new build development with fantastic green credentials no less? The Parks is located on the site of a former RAF College in Bracknell Forest, where developer George Wimpey are working with English Partnerships to produce a remarkable new community with sustainability at its heart.

Taking the first step onto the property ladder is not a decision to be taken lightly. In addition to a property to suit their present needs, savvy buyers need to have one eye on the future, and view their new purchase as much as an investment as it is a home. Ritu Kiran, a graduate now working in Management Consultancy, has put this into practice with the purchase of her first home at Upcross Gardens in Reading, with a little fatherly advice to help along the way.

Barratt Southern Counties has applied to Slough Borough Council for permission to erect a three megawatt wind turbine at Cippenham to help meet the electricity needs of 1,500 homes in the Cippenham and Slough area.

With the transformation of the much-loved Upcross Hotel into Reading’s most exclusive new address nearing completion, developer Millgate Homes is preparing to showcase its award-winning style with the launch of a brand new Show Home.

Combining developer Millgate Homes’ renowned quality, a peaceful location tucked away in a corner of sought-after Woodley and a range of homes to suit a variety of lifestyles, The Pastures has been causing quite a stir, as Colin Wells of selling agent Prospect explains.

While downsizing is a move many consider - offering to free up both equity and time spent on DIY and maintaining large gardens - making the move itself can be tough, especially if it means moving out of the family home. At Imperial Court in Wokingham, Millgate Homes has created an environment that could offer the perfect solution.

Charles Church will be opening the double doors of their new showhome at their latest development, New Crown Mile in Ascot on Saturday 28th June. This exclusive collection of homes consists of just five detached two and three bedroom bungalows, as well as a low-rise apartment building of three bedroom homes. Nestled in this highly sought-after area of Berkshire, New Crown Mile offers superior levels of specification.

First-time buyers can step onto the property ladder with ease at a special weekend at The Parks, George Wimpey's popular development in Bracknell Forest, Berkshire. Not to be missed by any would-be home-owner, on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June George Wimpey West London is providing visitors with an extra ‘leg-up', including the chance to purchase an ‘affordable' home through English Partnerships, and to gain free financial and legal advice.

With concern regarding global warming prevalent in the media, today's home buyers are becoming ever more interested in the long-term sustainability and environmental impact their new properties might represent.

With the summer months upon us, David Wilson Homes Southern is set to make Bracknell's temperature soar by holding a tropical Caribbean summer event at its newest development, College Ride in Berkshire.

Living in a three bedroom semi, 82 year old Eileen Taylor was beginning to find the upkeep of a large house was getting too much for her and being unable to drive, getting to the shops was often difficult. With her daughter, Caroline, living 125 miles away it wasn't easy for her to be on hand to help with day to day life, so when they heard about David Wilson Retirement Homes - and its part exchange scheme Eileen found the perfect solution.

According to the Labour Force Survey (LFS), which is undertaken quarterly by the Office for National Statistics, over 3.4 million people in the UK regularly work from home.* This figure has increased by a fifth over the last ten years indicating a growing need for office space in the home. UK developer Bovis Homes has recognised the changing lifestyles of the UK work force and offers homebuyers the latest ‘must have’ flexible office/study rooms in their new homes.

Superb new homes in Thatcham are ready to move into now, with a cash buyer paying full market value for your existing home, no chain to worry about and no estate agent's fees or Home Information Pack (HIP) to fund. Redrow has teamed up with New Homes Part Exchange to ensure buyers can enjoy a hassle free move to its Kennet Heath development.

Barratt Thames Valley has officially handed over 43 affordable homes at its landmark development, The Glass House, located in Providence Place, Maidenhead. The Worshipful the Mayor of The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Councillor Dorothy Kemp recently joined representatives from Barratt, Housing Solutions and other guests at a reception held in the striking scheme to mark the handover.

The conditions of today’s property market represent a golden opportunity for buy-to-let-investors. Figures from Hometrack, the property data company, indicate that 82 per cent of rented property is owned by professional or semi-professional investors who own at least 10 homes. According to the Association of Residential Letting Agents there are around 500,000 buy-let investors in the UK, owning property worth more than £120 billion.

Contrary to some media headlines, now could be a brilliant time to buy a brand new home - with interest rates falling, UK employment at record high levels and the housing market still strongly under-pinned by supply and demand economics.

A peaceful location in sought-after Woodley and Millgate Homes’ award-winning style are proving an attractive combination at The Pastures. Following the successful launch weekend which saw a stunning new Show Home open its doors to the public, two homes have already been reserved and this exciting new address is causing quite a buzz.

With only one home remaining at The Oakwoods in Caversham, potential buyers had better move quickly. ‘Montana House' is ready for occupation and comes complete with carpets, appliances and fittings. This stunning 4 bedroom home has a study, two en suite bedrooms - one with a walk in wardrobe, and an integral garage.

Award-winning developer Millgate Homes has unveiled breathtaking designs for its collection of just seven detached, 5 bedroom homes in one of Reading’s most sought after addresses. Lying off New Lane Hill and enjoying far reaching views across the neighbouring Calcot Park golf course, these properties will offer accommodation in excess of 3000sq ft and be finished to the developer’s renowned specification.

Combining a bustling city centre with excellent transport links, Reading offers value for money for commuters who need to be close to the capital but don’t want to pay London prices. And Millgate Homes’ Upcross Gardens, located off Berkeley Avenue is perfectly placed to make the most of all that Reading has to offer, as commuter Gail Morrow, who has purchased a chic penthouse apartment at the development, explains.

Living on an island is a dream of many, but you don’t have to jet off to foreign climes or live in some windswept estuary or coastal region to realise it. For Pond Cottage at Wilton, between Marlborough and Hungerford, stands beside the village pond and the number of springs in the vicinity means it occupies an island all on its own, maybe one of the smallest privately owned islands you’ll find.

If you're looking for an affordable, spacious family home that's ready to move into and part of thriving community, then Charles Church's Royal Walk, the latest phase of the Jennett's Park development on the outskirts of Bracknell, is for you.

Downsizing can be truly liberating – it can free up equity and time to do the things you’ve always wanted to. But for many, the thought of moving to a smaller home means a compromise on space that they’re not ready – or willing – to make.

Homes overlooking picturesque woodland are still available in Bracknell but buyers will need to hurry if they want to branch out into a room with a view. Although homes at award-winning Redrow's Imperial Heights venture are plentiful, only three properties remain with delightful outlooks over Tamar Copse.

First time buyers can sample life in a contemporary new apartment in Thatcham with a visit to Redrow’s fabulous new light and bright show home. The new two-bedroom show apartment at Redrow’s Kennet Heath development can help homebuyers to picture themselves relaxing in their own home and illustrates the suitability of the apartments for people taking their first step on the property ladder.

If you're planning to move up the property ladder but can't sell your current house, Barratt could smooth the way with its new and improved part-exchange offer.

Linden Homes Chiltern is celebrating a record sell out success for its development Verve in Slough, making it one of the fastest selling developments in the town.

Barratt's prestigious development at Eton Green in Cippenham, Berkshire is proving a hit with homeowners; 15 of the 76 homes have sold since the sales launch just over two months ago.