First time buyers make a move in Ditton

First-time buyers Andrea Ratford and Will Harris have taken a confident step onto the property ladder by choosing a three-bedroom home at Bryant’s new development at Ditton near Maidstone.

The couple received 5% towards their deposit from Bryant, to add to the 20% they had already saved, helping them to secure their new home and a good mortgage rate.

Explains Will (32), who recently left his desk job in the City of London to take a more hands-on role installing air conditioning/ductwork for Grays, Essex-based NDS Mechanical Services: “We looked around a few second-hand homes on the market, but we found that similar-sized older properties cost about the same as the new homes.

“The difference is, by choosing a new house we won’t have to spend the time or extra money on renovations and decorating.”

Adds Andrea (28), who works as a personal assistant in Kings Hill near Ditton: “The shape and style of our ‘Charleston’ house at the Bryant development really appealed to us. It’s got a large kitchen which will be great when we have friends over because people always seem to congregate in the kitchen!

“We also like the location – I’m moving from my family home in nearby Leybourne, and so I know the area quite well, and Will is moving from his family home near Romford.”

In addition to taking advantage of Bryant’s 5% assistance with their deposit, Andrea and Will received free flooring for their new home, which also came with a fitted kitchen including built-in oven, hob and hood.

First-time buyers, downsizers and growing families can choose from a range of homes at Bryant’s Ditton development.

The two-bedroom ‘Douglas’ housetype, for example, is priced from only £174,995 and features a spacious living/dining room with door to the rear garden, a well-designed kitchen and a cloakroom off the entrance hallway.

Upstairs, the landing of this well-planned home leads to a master bedroom, a second bedroom/nursery and a family bathroom.

As an alternative to this sought-after design, a choice of three-bedroom houses start at £209,995, including the ‘Harvington’, a three-storey property which boasts a large reception/dining room that’s ideal for family meals or entertaining, three spacious bedrooms including the master bedroom – complete with en-suite – occupying the top floor.

All new homes at the development benefit from a high standard specification including gas central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with built-in oven, hob and hood.

And because all homes come with a full 10-year guarantee from the National House-Building Council, they’re the perfect option for those looking to avoid costly DIY, home improvements or maintenance in the coming years.

Like Andrea and Will, buyers interested in making their move to Ditton can also take advantage of a range of special homemover incentives, including help with deposit and legal fees, and assistance for those who are selling a property to make a quick and easy move.

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

Ditton is an ideal place for family life, enjoying a secluded setting adjacent to open countryside and yet within easy reach of Maidstone.

Local amenities include infant and junior schools, shops and pubs, Post Office and doctor’s surgery while nearby Aylesford is home to a wider choice of shopping, and schools for children of all ages.

For commuters, Aylesford railway station is just a 15-minute walk from the development, Maidstone is a 15-minute drive, and quick links to the M20 puts London an hour away by road.

For more information, visit the Marketing Suite, located off New Road, Ditton and open Thursdays to Mondays, 9.30am to 5pm.

Alternatively, information on Bryant South East’s developments across the region is available online at bryant.co.uk.