Away from the hustle and bustle

Modern life is becoming increasingly frantic and as a result, many people are starting to look for a peaceful place to kick back and relax. In order to achieve this, homebuyers are moving to the country for a quieter way of life; therefore it’s hardly surprising that the average price of a country home grew by 3.1% in the first quarter of this year.

Furthermore, desirable country farmhouses and cottages have an average of 15 applicants per property. Villages in Kent are particularly sought-after, as homebuyers take advantage of the county’s attractive countryside and excellent commuter links.

Award-winning housebuilder, Millwood Designer Homes has the perfect solution for any homebuyer looking for the ideal rural lifestyle. Its forthcoming development called The Warren in the idyllic village of Harvel, near Meopham in Kent will be situated on a secluded lane leading to the centre of this pretty hamlet, with stunning views over undulating countryside.

Roseanne Bullen, Sales Director Designate for Millwood Designer Homes, comments: “The numbers of homebuyers looking for a slower pace of life and the benefits of living within a small community have risen significantly. Kent is seen as an excellent place for people to put down roots, as they can achieve the best of both worlds with access to picturesque countryside, while still enjoying excellent transport links. Our upcoming development in the attractive village of Harvel will provide purchasers with the ideal country retreat to take as a permanent residence or a second home.”

This exclusive development will feature 6, five and six bedroom detached homes, which is something of a rarity in the property market. Moreover, all of the homes will exhibit high levels of luxury and be architecturally in keeping with the surrounding area, achieving a seamless blend with the rural environment. The superior design, together with the reputation Millwood Designer Homes commands, will make these homes highly desirable.

Harvel is a small community with its own pub and cricket ground. Families will find several reputable schools close by, including Meopham Community Primary School, Cobham Hall School and Holmesdale Technology College. The larger village of Meopham is a little over a mile away and boasts amenities of its own, including two parks, a bakers, a pharmacy and a post office. Furthermore, there are several local pubs which serve excellent food or for international cuisine, head to the nearby towns of Maidstone and Sevenoaks.

Despite the rural environment, Harvel is well placed for communication links, with Meopham railway station easily accessible and offering services to London Victoria in 50 minutes. Bluewater Shopping Centre is also approximately 11 miles distant.

The A2 and M2 are situated to the north and the M26, M20 and A20 to the south providing easy access throughout the South-East and Gatwick Airport in approximately 45 minutes. Alternatively, London City Airport is just under 17 miles away.

For more information visit the company website at Mdh.uk.com.

* Statistics from Frank Knight’s Country House Index.