Get on the property ladder with a little help from your friends

Buying a first home with friends is becoming an increasingly popular way of getting a foothold onto the property ladder as the initial outlay by way of a deposit can be halved and the ongoing mortgage payments and monthly bills can also be shared, making it an affordable option for homebuyers.

The developer of the UK’s finest homes, Charles Church Southern, boasts a beautiful selection of properties designed to suit the needs of those buying together as Tracey Lee, sales director for the company, explains: “Our stunning two bedroom Boxelder designs at our Maplewood development in Finchamstead are perfect for friends buying together as they come complete with an en suite shower room to the master bedroom and a separate bathroom leading off the second bedroom.”

The Boxelder at Charles Church Southern’s sought-after Finchampstead development has been attracting interest from first time buyers, friends and investors due to its high standard of quality finish inside and out plus its spacious layout and abundance of facilities.

The Boxelder comprises an entrance hallway, practical kitchen, handy guest cloak room and living and dining room at the rear of the property, with French doors leading to the garden. Upstairs the master suite incorporates fitted wardrobes, while the second bedroom includes space for free standing wardrobes or storage units. The popular housetype is currently priced from £249,950 and for those able to reserve before the end of August will be eligible for complimentary carpets throughout the house and turf to the rear garden.

Tracey adds: “Savvy homebuyers are also wising up to the benefits of renting out their spare room for a little extra money each month, and with Finchampstead regarded as a highly attractive place to call home, I’m sure our beautiful properties will be snapped up.”

Maplewood is Charles Church Southern’s most recent development to launch. Located just off Kiln Ride, it is as idyllic as its name implies and, comprising of just 14 properties, promises exclusivity for its residents. The development is surrounded by stunning countryside, riverside walks and a gentle pace of synonymous with village life.

Maplewood benefits from a good range of local shops and leisure facilities, provided by the town centre of Wokingham, whilst also remaining in prime position to sample the delights of nearby shopping centres in Reading and Bracknell.

In addition to shopping and leisure facilities Wokingham has a fine range of state and private schools in addition to a well know theatre, football stadium and University. Other nearby towns include Henley-on-Thames, Eton and Sonning. Finchampstead also places residents at Maplewood in an ideal spot to take advantage of the close proximity of the M4, A4, A30 and M3 providing easy access to Berkshire and beyond.

If you would like to find out more about the beautiful range of homes available at Maplewood, see charleschurch.com.