Queen Mary’s gate scores a century

With the cricket world cup in full swing in the West Indies, back home in the UK Telford Homes has scored a century of its own at its prestigious Queen Mary’s Gate development in South Woodford. Telford Homes has just sold its hundredth home, almost six months to the day since it launched its range of one, two and three bedroom apartments.

Queen Mary’s Gate is a landmark development of contemporary apartments and penthouses in highly desirable South Woodford. The site, which is close to the Central Line tube station and all the amenities South Woodford provides, was formerly the halls of residence for Queen Mary’s College. The apartments will be laid out across no fewer than 17 modern buildings, meticulously designed to complement the elegant 18th century listed mansion at the entrance to the site. The buildings will vary in height from four to seven storeys, creating a softened skyline to fit in with the predominately low-rise buildings in the surrounding locale. Beautifully landscaped grounds with a water feature and wetland area will form a tranquil oasis in which residents can relax. There is also a full time concierge service at the gated development.

Out of the 120 apartments released so far at the development, well over two thirds of purchases have been by owner-occupiers – a mixture of first time buyers, young professionals, downsizes and small families. The majority of these purchasers already live in the local area. The remainder of customers tend to be private individuals buying as a medium to long-term investment, several of them having invested in Telford Homes developments elsewhere. The first homes will be ready for occupation in November 2007.

Sheena Ellwood, Sales and Marketing Director, Telford Homes comments: “We are delighted to have scored our first century at Queen Mary’s Gate in selling the first 100 homes there. Visitors to the Sales Centre at the development have been bowled over by what they have seen and many who have visited there also recommended us to friends and family. More apartments will be released shortly so we hope to continue our success to reach our double century.”

Apartments at Queen Mary’s Gate will be ‘turn-key’ finished properties with all floor coverings and kitchen appliances ready installed for when future residents move in. Appliances by Smeg are fully integrated to blend into the kitchen environment and include fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher. The oven and gas hob in matching stainless steel are positioned in an island unit with breakfast/coffee bar adjoined to make it the central feature of the kitchen/living area.

Located in the London Borough of Redbridge, South Woodford is an aspirational destination with excellent amenities and transport links. The area offers high quality shopping outlets such as Laura Ashley, Waitrose and M&S Simply Food, together with local boutiques. Residents can also enjoy a wide selection of bars, restaurants and cafes.

South Woodford Tube station is just a short distance away from the development, with direct connections on the Central line to Stratford in just 10 minutes or London Liverpool Street in only 20 minutes. The development is also just a short drive from the M11 and the A406 North Circular, providing quick road links into and around London.

For further information, visit telfordhomes.plc.uk.