Exciting UK launch of Kestrel House at St George Wharf, SW8

St George PLC, London property developer has announced the UK launch of Kestrel House, the latest phase of the landmark riverside destination with first completions scheduled for Spring/Summer 2008.

This latest release will provide a wide variety of accommodation designed to offer some of the finest in contemporary living for discerning purchasers and demand is anticipated to be very strong. The launch will feature the contemporary Manhattan style apartments that provide exciting one bedroom living space with the added benefit of a sliding glazed panel to create an open plan area. There will also be a choice of one, two and three bedroom properties to suit owner occupiers or investors alike.

The majority of apartments offer a balcony and/or terrace with magnificent views of the River Thames and London’s most famous landmarks - from Battersea Power Station through to the Westminster. The stylish exteriors are characterised by sweeping gull-winged roofed towers and glass fronted prows overlooking attractive landscaped courtyards and a 275 metre riverside promenade.

The attention to design does not stop there, each apartment has been thoughtfully appointed to blend contemporary style with function. Custom designed Italian kitchens and composite stone worktops will be provided including the very latest integrated stainless steel appliances. Bathrooms and en suites will benefit from Villeroy and Boch sanitary ware with chrome brassware. A highlight to the contemporary living is the under-floor heating throughout for the standard apartments and comfort cooling to the main reception areas with under floor heating in the bathrooms and kitchens of the Elite apartments.

Michael Meanley, Managing Director of St George South and Central London commented: “Given the fantastic location of St George Wharf, the quality of the apartments and the stunning views the development provides, it is easy to see why the scheme has proved so successful. Strong interest has already been expressed from domestic and international clients for the launch weekend. With a Tesco Express store and the popular Young’s ‘Riverside’ bar & restaurant both open on the development , St George Wharf is now firmly establishing itself as London’s most desirable riverside destination”.

St George Wharf lies adjacent to Vauxhall Bridge and opposite to Pimlico in London’s rapidly evolving and culturally significant South Bank. The stunning development is located directly opposite Vauxhall Cross that brings bus, underground and over land train services together. Rail services provide easy access to Clapham Junction and Waterloo Stations for regional, Intercity and Eurostar services direct to Europe. For international travel, both Heathrow and London City Airports are less than an hour’s travelling time by public transport, with Stansted, Gatwick and Luton also readily accessible by road or rail.

Under current planning permissions, St George will offer:

Over 1022 private and 389 affordable homes
Cafes, bars, restaurants
Office and retail space
A 275m riverside promenade
Landscaped courtyards with water feature
24 hour estate management and concierge
CCTV monitoring covering communal areas
Managed underground parking

For further information, visit stgeorgeplc.com.