Homebuyers seek quality of life in Kent

Homebuyer enquiry levels at Berkeley Homes (Capital) Plc’s Holborough Lakes development near West Malling in Kent are soaring as commuters look to take advantage of the area’s forthcoming improved transport links and the semi-rural location.

Now there are three more reason to visit the New England-inspired development as a trio of new show homes packed full of interior design inspiration have just opened.

The increased enquiry levels at Holborough Lakes are in tandem with new research that points to an upturn in the property market. The number of property purchasers believing now is the right time to buy has doubled, according to the latest figures from the Building Societies Association*. In just over six months confidence in the UK property market has swelled with the feel good factor creeping back in to the housing market.

Piers Clanford, Operations Director at Berkeley Homes (Capital) Plc, comments: “We had a record number of sales enquiries at the beginning of March 2009, proving that the appetite to move home is as strong as ever. Buyers looking for lifestyle change are tired of sitting on their hands waiting for the market to improve. They now realise that there are some excellent opportunities and we are expecting enquiry figures to increase further over the Easter period.”

A growing number of commuters are looking to Holborough Lakes, set on the edge of North Downs, for not only its stunning semi-rural location but for the imminent high-speed train link to London, which will run via Ebbsfleet International. It is opening at the end of 2009 and will reduce the commute time into St Pancras to just 17 minutes. Ebbsfleet International is a 13 mile journey from Holborough Lakes, making for a swift door-to-door journey.

In terms of interior styling, the three show homes have taken inspiration from the New England architectural style of the development, with two colour schemes reminiscent of the fresh American coastal areas. The general colour scheme is a neutral base with a mix of chocolate browns, soft greys and burnt orange for one development and the other home with accents in green, khaki and classic black.

In addition to excellent internal specification, the properties provide practical, well-designed living space ideal for professional couples and growing families. The rooms are generously proportioned and there is a real feeling of space.

All properties at Holborough Lakes also benefit from Super E ® Technology - an initiative that promotes energy efficiency and a healthier living environment. Benefits of this initiative include controlled ventilation for fresher, healthier air (a real plus for asthmas and allergy sufferers), as well as advanced insulation for a naturally warmer home, less dependency on central heating and lower energy bills.

For further information regarding Holborough, log on to holborough.co.uk.