New homes offer the ideal lifestyle in 2009

Homebuyers looking for a luxury lifestyle in a fabulous location can find it now at Orchard Place, George Wimpey's outstanding development near Sevenoaks in Kent. Nestling in an exclusive enclave of Otford village, the development comprises a selection of pretty two-bedroom houses and sumptuous four and five-bedroom family homes bordered by mature trees and an area of outstanding natural beauty.

The ‘Leigh', for example, is a magnificent property characterised by spacious living areas and a master suite which occupies the entire top floor.

Entered by a wide hallway, double doors lead to a living room, while the L-shaped open-plan kitchen and dining areas open out through doors to the rear garden.

The first floor comprises a superb, king-sized bedroom, fitted double wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom, three further well-proportioned rooms and a main bathroom.

The top floor master bedroom boasts a walk-in wardrobe/dressing area and an amazing double en-suite with separate shower and bath, and side-by-side sinks.

For those looking for a home of more modest proportions - but without losing any of the character and charm - the two-bedroom ‘Chiddingstone' salutes the high-roofed architectural style of Kent's traditional oast houses, with an interior comprising a spacious living/dining room with French doors to the garden, a fully fitted kitchen complete with oven, hob and hood, and a guest cloakroom off the entrance hallway.

Upstairs, the landing leads to the bathroom, with a bath and a shower cubicle, while the master bedroom benefits from a separate ‘en-suite' door to the bathroom.

These ideal homes enjoy the very best location; Otford is the quintessential English village centred around a scenic duck pond.

Close by are fine shops, coaching inns and restaurants, a primary school, an historic church and a medical centre, while a superstore can be found just outside the village.

Sevenoaks, four miles from the development, offers a wider range shopping and leisure opportunities and a choice of schools for children of all ages. There are also plenty of outdoor activities near Orchard Place, including countryside walks, cycling and golf.

For commuters, London Victoria is approximately 40 minutes from Otford station by rail, while buses run regularly between the well-served village and Sevenoaks. The M25 is just five miles away, while Central London is 25 miles by road.

Those reserving a home now can choose the two-bedroom ‘Chiddingstone' from £299,995, the four-bedroom ‘Groombridge' from £424,995, and the five-bedroom ‘Leigh' starting at £699,995.

To find out more, visit the Sales Centre open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm or log on to Georgewimpey.co.uk.