Sustainable development raises a glass to homehunters

Homehunters in Altrincham will be able to get a taste of life at Redrow’s stunning Stamford Brook development with an open day that's guaranteed to sparkle.

Prospective buyers who visit the sustainable community between 10am and 4pm on Sunday 24 February will be given the chance to sample a range of organic wines and will be treated to organic nibbles.

Stamford Brook is built on former National Trust land on the edge of the Dunham Massey estate and is emerging into one of the most important developments in the region today.

The flagship venture between the National Trust, and housebuilders including Redrow Homes demonstrates how large developments can offer more sustainable living.

All of the new homes offer everything that the modern resident needs and have a “normal” exterior yet are designed to be ultra-efficient in their use of energy, water and building materials.

Elaine Mounsey, area sales manager for Redrow Homes (North West) says: “From young professionals and couples, looking for a base close to Altrincham and Manchester, to growing families and downsizers, searching for a better quality of life, Stamford Brook has something for everyone, with homes ranging from two-bedroom apartments through to two, three and four bedroom houses.

“The open day will give prospective buyers the chance to have a look around this groundbreaking development and find a home to suit their tastes.”

A wide range of apartments are available at Stamford Brook priced from £152,000 and house prices start at £229,950 for a three-bedroom semi-detached property.

And if that is not enough to whet the appetite homebuyers can take advantage of Redrow's groundbreaking 'house price protection' promise, which helps to protect the value of customers' new homes for up to three years.

It is one of the measures under the umbrella of 're:assure from Redrow', designed to give home buyers confidence and to help get them moving in the current housing market.

Homehunters at Stamford Brook can choose from a number of options when buying their new home, including five percent deposit paid on selected apartments – ideal for first time buyers who don't have a lump sum at their disposal – and part-exchange on selected detached houses, which is great for those with an existing property to sell before they can move up to their brand new Redrow home.

But the homes are only part of the Stamford Brook story, the partners have gone to great lengths to improve the natural landscape.

Sinderland Brook, which runs through the development, is the subject of the largest river restoration project of its kind in England.

Stamford Brook has been planned to reduce the dominance of cars and there is a comprehensive footpath and cycle path network, as well as wildlife corridors and community woodland.

Once it is complete the development will provide residents with everything that they need on their doorstep.

Plans are in the pipeline for a Waitrose food store and five smaller retail units – and a community facility is also planned for the development.

Stamford Brook is just 20 minutes from the cosmopolitan city of Manchester and the area offers excellent rail and road links, while the Manchester Metrolink service is just a 10-minute cycle ride or bus journey away.

Altrincham town centre boasts a wealth of cafes, bars, restaurants and leisure facilities, and is home to most of the major high street stores, while the Trafford Centre is only a short distance away. The development also lies on the edge of the National Trust's 3,000 acre Dunham Massey Estate, with its wonderful parkland, gardens and mansion house.

And for parents looking to make the move to Stamford Brook, the area is home to a number of top-performing schools.

To find out more about Stamford Brook visit the development off Manchester Road, Altrincham for the open day, or go to Redrow.co.uk.