Enjoy Al Fresco living at The Mount
As the evenings grow longer and the weather becomes milder, many of us are hoping for a repeat of the warm summer of last year. During the summer months, access to outdoor space moves up to the top of the wish list for homebuyers. Londoners are prepared to pay a 15% premium for outdoor space according to research by Chesterton Humberts, with a balcony adding more to the value of a home than an extra bedroom. With the promise of warmer months ahead, developments such as The Mount in Mill Hill, where each apartment features generous private outdoor space, are in particular demand.
The Mount is a highly desirable new development from Countryside Annington in Mill Hill and is set in an elevated position with sweeping views. New to the market, the Molendi and Riva Apartments have recently been released, offering a stylish range of one and two bedroom apartments, with underground parking and each with its own generous terrace or balcony overlooking green open spaces.
Andrew Loveday, Sales & Marketing Director for Countryside Annington, comments: “The value of outdoor space really comes into its own during the summer months, as people want to make the most of any good weather and enjoy relaxing outside. Choosing a property with private outdoor space is also a wise investment choice as this will always be a particular benefit when it comes to selling that property further down the line. In order to get the most enjoyment and potential added value from an outdoor space, it is preferable to opt for a property such as the apartments at The Mount where the balcony or terrace is spacious enough for dining al fresco and entertaining.”
The Mount forms part of the thriving Millbrook Park development, a sustainable new community in the sought-after NW7 postcode. Set amid 14 acres of parks and open space, the homes at The Mount command superb views of the surrounding countryside and toward Central London. Innovative architecture, a peaceful semi-rural setting and excellent amenities combine to offer the best in modern living.
The Molendi and Riva Apartments come in a range of well-designed one and two bedroom layouts. The exteriors of the buildings are characterised by a contemporary blend of buff brickwork, timber and metal, while each home has its own terrace, courtyard or balcony, some stretching the entire width of the apartment. Enjoyment of the great outdoors does not stop there – residents can also make use of communal landscaped gardens, as well as the surrounding parkland.
Interiors benefit from a luxurious specification and well-conceived design, featuring open plan living spaces that make the most of natural light, helping to bring the outside in. The sleek modern kitchens feature gloss white and wood finish handleless units and come equipped with the full range of AEG integrated appliances. Bathrooms feature stylish white ROCA sanitaryware with chrome accessories. Meeting Level Four of the Code for Sustainable Homes, green technology is central to the design, with eco features such as photovoltaic panels and a mechanical heat recovery system resulting in a lower carbon footprint.
Millbrook Park is set in one of the most desirable areas of North London and the vision is to create a neighbourhood that places an emphasis on green open space. Homes are linked together by tree-lined streets, extensive landscaping, communal courtyards and two new parks. One of these will be a ‘panoramic park’ providing excellent views across London and a new public piazza is also planned. Eco-friendly design features throughout the development, including the sustainable water management system and a network of cycle paths. Millbrook Park will also offer a new range of community facilities, including a new primary school opening this September.
Travel from The Mount is convenient and easy. Mill Hill East is the closest tube station just a ten-minute walk away, located within Zone 4, from where the Northern Line provides services directly to Central London and beyond, including mainline rail stations at Euston and Kings Cross St Pancras. By car, The Mount is close to the M1, M25, A1 and North Circular, while Luton Airport is just half an hour away, and gated underground parking is allocated for each apartment.
Mill Hill is well served with local amenities. The Mount is a short stroll from Waitrose and the Virgin Active Health Club, while Mill Hill Broadway two miles away offers a range of high street shops. There is a great range of restaurants and pubs within easy reach, notably the award-winning Adam and Eve pub in Mill Hill Village.
The area is popular among growing families and benefits from a wide selection of excellent primary and secondary schools, including the brand new primary school being created within Millbrook Park itself.
Homes at The Mount start from £349,995 for a one bedroom apartment and from £460,000 for a two bedroom apartment. For further information, visit themount-millbrookpark.co.uk.
