Marvellous showhomes open in Maidenhead

The Worshipful the Mayor and Mayoress of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Councillor Leo Walters and Mrs Margot Walters, accompanied by the Deputy Mayor Councillor Dorothy Kemp, officially opened two striking showhomes at The Glass House, Barratt Thames Valley’s landmark development above Sainsbury’s in Maidenhead on Friday, 25th January.

Michael O’Leary, managing director at Barratt Thames Valley, says: “We were delighted the Mayor and Mayoress kindly agreed to open our showhomes at The Glass House. We are very proud of this exceptionally smart development, which is providing much-needed quality new homes in the area, and we look forward welcoming many visitors in the coming months.”

The Glass House offers a total of 94 contemporary one and two bedroom apartments, including 43 affordable homes. The first private properties were released for sale in October and already 18 have been purchased.

Barratt is currently offering first-time-buyers a very special deal on a limited number of the properties. The Dream Start scheme allows those taking their first steps on the property ladder to move into a brand new Barratt home for only 75 per cent of the purchase price, while still owning a full 100 per cent of the property. There is no deposit to pay and Barratt will pay up to £1000 for the Stamp Duty and legal fees. No interest or rent is payable on the 25 per cent deferred, which is paid back as 25 per cent of the property’s open market value at any time up to the resale of the property or within ten years, whichever is sooner.

The one and two-bedroom showhomes, both with balconies, have ultra-modern interior designs, complimenting the contemporary architecture of the building.

The location is fantastic. For time-starved people, the fact that Sainsbury’s is just downstairs is ideal, particularly for those who find the fridge bare when returning late from work, or if friends drop in for supper at short notice; the expression ‘fast food’ takes on a whole new meaning.

The scheme is within walking distance of the railway station, excellent shops and a vibrant nightlife. The Magnet Leisure Centre is opposite and an eight screen cinema, a bowling alley, an arts centre and a theatre are also nearby.

The River Thames passes within a mile of the town centre. For commuters, the City is just 25 miles away or a 30-minute train ride to London Paddington. Heathrow is only around 15 miles away.

Prices for one bedroom apartments are from £185,950 and two bedroom apartments from £249,950. The sales and marketing suite is open daily from 10am to 5pm. Information on all Barratt developments is available on Barratthomes.co.uk.