Homes for the living room TV comeback

According to a new study by communications regulator Ofcom, thanks to the rise of connected devices such as smartphones and tablets, UK families are now more likely to watch TV together than they have been in over a decade. Over half of the 3,700 over 16’s interviewed found most family members now multi-task whilst in front of the TV by talking or texting on the phone, using social networks or even watching different content altogether. As the room with the largest TV in the house, this trend is leading to the rise in the use of the living room, with families brought together just as they were in the 1950’s when a TV was likely to be a home’s only screen.

With extensive living rooms that are ideal for families who enjoy watching TV together whilst interacting on tablets and smartphones, the properties at Horsted Park in Chatham by Countryside Properties are perfect for modern family life.

Tony Travers, Managing Director of Countryside Properties’ Homes and Communities division comments: “Technology is playing an increasingly important role in family life, with one in three parents encouraging their children to use a tablet for school or college work. Offering a great place for the whole family to watch TV whist digitally interacting, the living rooms within the properties at Horsted Park have been designed to provide a warm and relaxing family environment for everyone to enjoy.”

The Capstone is a stunning four bedroom, three storey home that includes a spacious dual aspect, light-filled living room featuring full height glazing and double doors to the garden – a great space where the whole family can sit and enjoy watching a movie, catching up on their favourite soap or getting involved in prime time talent shows, whilst tweeting and using the tie-in apps for the show. .

The dining area is also perfect for family life. Situated within a stunning fully glazed conservatory adjacent to the kitchen, it is the ideal place for everyone to catch up whilst enjoying a meal together. The fully fitted kitchen is complete with gloss finish units, laminate work surfaces and a range of integrated appliances including oven, hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. The room is also complete with ceramic floor tiles.

There are two double bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor which both benefit from raised ceilings and large dual aspect windows. On the second floor, both bedrooms have sloping ceilings that add character to these high-ceiling rooms. The master bedroom has a crisp, stylish en-suite shower room and two skylights that flood the space with light.

Perfect for families who also enjoy the great outdoors, Horsted Park is situated within an ideal environment for family life, the development is surrounded by open countryside, features a 6 acre Eco park and has a children’s playground.

Horsted Park benefits from all of the amenities that both Rochester and Chatham have to offer. Chatham lies at the heart of the Medway and is perfect for those wanting to explore the local retail and leisure activities. Local theatres, The Brook and Central, provide regular evening entertainment for all ages, whilst the bars, restaurants and pubs are also sure to tempt those looking to enjoy a night out.

The ancient Cathedral City of Rochester, home to Victorian novelist Charles Dickens is unique in the fact it boasts a wide range of independent shops rather than the usual high street names. The events calendar also has a lot to offer, with the famous Rochester Sweeps festival, Summer Dickens festival and the popular Rochester Castle Summer Concerts. The attractive marina at Chatham Maritime is also sure to impress, offering a range of retail outlets, eateries and Dickens World.

The M2 is less than a mile away giving rapid access to the M20, M26, M25, the Dartford Crossing and London Airports as well as the channel ports and tunnel.

Properties range from £310,000 for a three bedroom property. The Capstone is available from £339,950 and is available through Help to Buy. For further information, visit horstedpark.co.uk.