Trade in your ‘gas-guzzler’ for an energy-efficient new home

In the face of inflated energy prices, buying a brand new home could prove a shrewd move. According to research by National Energy Services, living in a new build property could save up to £556 per year on energy bills - even if, as recent reports suggest, rates are cut in the New Year.

And at Millgate Homes’ Imperial Court in Wokingham, a collection of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments exclusively for the over 55s, you could start saving sooner than you thought, as all of the apartments are now available for immediate occupation.

In addition to meeting the NHBC’s (National House-Building Council) strict thermal regulations, these homes feature a highly efficient central heating and hot water system while low voltage recessed downlighters provide ambient – and eco-friendly – lighting throughout. As with all Millgate homes, the apartments at Imperial Court are finished to an outstanding specification, ensuring that comfort is not compromised for efficiency.

Bespoke fitted kitchen cabinets are complemented by a comprehensive range of stainless steel appliances that combine style with modern energy efficient technology, so you won’t have to worry about moving your old appliances in.

And at Imperial Court your energy bill-busting new lifestyle will not just be confined to the household. Wokingham’s historic town centre with its market, host of shops, cafes and eateries is less than ½ a mile away, so all your day-to-day needs are within walking distance, allowing you to leave the car at home and save on petrol.

Once you’ve moved in, you’ll be free to enjoy all the benefits of your brand new lifestyle. The elegant club lounge with comfortable furnishings and a plasma screen TV provides the perfect place to meet with neighbours over a coffee, while the concierge is on hand to meet and greet visitors, take deliveries, arrange restaurant bookings or book taxis to and from airports. For when friends and family come to stay, a luxurious guest suite is available for hire, ensuring that everyone can enjoy their own space and privacy.

You’ll even have beautiful gardens to enjoy, designed by a Chelsea award-winning landscaper to offer something for every mood, from a putting green to a relaxing water garden and decked area for sitting outdoors.

Prices start at just £174,950 – to find out more, log on to Millgatehomes.co.uk.