Uxbridge - the shopaholics' haven

It is surely every shopaholic's dream to be able to walk out of your the door and find quality shopping and entertainment on the doorstep - being only moments away from all of the essential shops, services, and facilities that not only make life easier, but fun as well.

It is an ideal that many property buyers search for, but rarely find. As more shopping centres go out-of-town, finding that combination of a well-located, central property close to good shopping and amenities is getting rarer, and indeed the car or train journeys to find one's favourite shops are getting longer.

However, the shopaholics of London shouldn't despair just yet. In the lively retail centre of Uxbridge in Middlesex, DTZ is marketing The Heights, a collection of 83 contemporary one and two bedroom apartments located in the heart of town, literally seconds walk from one of West London's major retail centres and the convenience it offers.

The Heights is ideal for those who like to indulge in regular retail therapy, situated on the High Street just above The Pavilions Shopping Centre, moments away from the town's extensive amenities and Uxbridge underground station. A thriving metropolitan centre, Uxbridge benefits from a number of fashionable outlets, popular restaurants, bars and cafés and excellent leisure facilities.

Within 2 minutes' walk, either side of the nearby Uxbridge High Street, The Pavilions and The Chimes shopping centres offer nationally recognised high street brands such as Gap, Next, French Connection, H&M, M&S, TopShop, Schuh, Debenhams, Sunglass Hut, The Body Shop and Monsoon - all that a discerning fashionista could need.

Foodies are well catered for too, with a wide range of restaurants catering to all tastes only a short stroll away. Uxbridge also has excellent transport links into Central London and offers access to nearby country parks, golf clubs and the Grand Union Canal.

Mike Bickerton, Associate Director of DTZ, comments: "The Heights offers not only an ideal base for the shopping addict, but a convenient base from which to manage a busy social life. With quality shops, restaurants, bars, and quick and convenient access into the centre of London all nearby, The Heights is perfectly positioned for any young fashionista looking for a stylish home at the heart of a bustling social and shopping scene."

Apartments at The Heights have been designed to provide purchasers with everything they need for a modern home including ALNO designer fitted kitchens, stainless steel appliances and integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer as well as a washer/dryer. Many of the apartments enjoy balconies with spectacular views over the leafy suburban landscape.

The Heights is also a prime commuter location, with nearby Uxbridge tube station providing regular services into the City via the Piccadilly and Metropolitan Lines, while international travellers will also benefit from the easy access to Heathrow via the Piccadilly line. Just outside London and close to the countryside, the scheme is also within easy reach of the M4, M25 and M40. The popular towns of Rickmansworth and Amersham are also a few miles away.

Prices at The Heights range from £199,950 to £365,000. For further information visit DTZresidential.co.uk.