Couple find space to grow in Shinfield

When Mark and Claire Jones decided to look for a place with more space for their growing family, they didn't want moving to be a big upheaval. And thanks to choosing to move with leading housebuilder George Wimpey, selling their old three-bedroom property and purchasing a brand new four-bedroom home at the Loddon Court development in Shinfield in Berkshire was quick and straightforward.

The couple, who have two young daughters, Emily (2) and Katie (1), looked at several new developments, before selecting Loddon Court, close to their old home in Shinfield.

"We like new houses because they're fresh and clean and come with guarantees," explains Mark. "And it's an easy way of buying a house."

"Using George Wimpey's Easymover scheme, the sale of our old house happened very quickly, and within five weeks and despite the current market we had several viewings. The scheme takes much of the hassle out of the moving process - George Wimpey selected the estate agents and paid their fees, and staff at the development were proactive in helping to keep the process moving and keeping us informed.

"Easymover does exactly what it says on the tin - it makes moving home easy."

The Jones family settled into their detached ‘Malbury' housetype just before Christmas, a home which features a spacious kitchen/dining room with French doors to the rear garden, a separate living room, a study and a cloakroom off the entrance hallway. With four double bedrooms upstairs, the property boasts an en-suite to the master bedroom in addition to a main bathroom.

"Our new home has a big garden for a new-build and looks out over fields, so it's semi-rural and the garden is not overlooked," adds Mark. "We see ourselves staying here for some years to come, and in future there is scope to extend the property even more and to add a conservatory.

"We also like the fact that Loddon Court is a small development and that it is gated for extra security. When Emily and Katie are a bit older and want to play outside, it will be that bit safer for them."

Mark (34) works 20 minutes away, for a recruitment outsourcing company in Bracknell, while Claire (33) is a freelance Marketing Consultant. The busy couple used George Wimpey's House2Home free removals package, and so on moving day everything was packed for them, transported, and unpacked in their new home.

Customers at Loddon Court can currently choose the three-bedroom ‘Worleston' priced £249,995, four-bedroom designs similar to the Jones' choice of home and priced from £375,000, and the five-bedroom ‘Eastbourne' starting at £625,000.

Each enjoys a good position within the village of Shinfield, just five miles south of Reading, and benefits from a high standard specification, including central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with built-in oven, hob and hood.

Shinfield is home to fine pubs and shops, a village school and well-kept recreation grounds, in addition to tennis, cricket and football clubs and a wealth of active societies. The parish enjoys a rich history and features in Thomas Hardy's works.

For a wider range of shopping and leisure opportunities, Reading is just a 15-minute drive away, with restaurants, bars, theatres and clubs to suit every mood and occasion, while commuters will appreciate the development is a five-minute drive from the M4, putting the heart of London 40 minutes away, while rail services from Reading make the capital even more accessible.

Customers can take advantage of George Wimpey's easymover programme, offering special incentives on selected properties, including financial help for first-time buyers, while those with a house to sell are assisted in finding a buyer for their current property, guaranteeing 100% of the market value.

Incentives can be tailored to homebuyers' circumstances and are subject to availability. Further details are available from the Sales Executive.

Loddon Court Sales Centre and a four-bedroom ‘Fernlea' showhome are located off Oatlands Road, Shinfield and open daily from 10.30am until 5.30pm.

Information on all George Wimpey developments across the region is available online at Georgewimpey.co.uk.