New apartments are jewel in Astley's lifestyle crown

The benefits of apartment living are some of the best kept lifestyle secrets for homeowners. Those who have never ventured into owning an apartment have yet to experience the spectrum of lifestyles waiting to be enjoyed.

Intelligent design and layout coupled with chic, modern interiors means that whether you are a young professional looking for a city crash pad or an older couple looking to downsize after your children have flown the nest, a new build apartment is the perfect choice.

Gladedale, one of the UK's leading developers, is currently experiencing high interest in its two bedroom apartments at its Gin Pit Village development in the picturesque village between Astley and Tyldesley. Apartment prices at the development start at £133,950.

Sales Director for Gladedale North West (Ltd) Michaela Lancaster said: "Apartment living has become increasingly popular because of the way our lifestyles have changed over the years.

"More people are choosing to stay in for dinner instead of booking a table at a restaurant. The open plan layout of the kitchen and living area is appealing because it allows the chef of the home to continue entertaining guests, allowing them to see what's being rustled up in the kitchen as they enjoy a relaxing glass of wine."

She added: "This layout, with the dining table between the kitchen and living room also means that friends and families are more likely to eat together and inevitably provides more quality time that's not easily afforded nowadays."

Gladedale prides itself in selecting prime locations for its developments and its apartments are available in an array of cities, towns and villages.

Michaela said: "The beauty of searching for an apartment is that you are spoiled for choice in terms of location. Gladedale builds hundreds of high specification one, two and three bedroom apartments in cities, towns and villages across the UK. Whether you're looking for fast-paced city living or a laid back country lifestyle, you will find the perfect home from Gladedale."

There are so many advantages of living in an apartment; less hard work means more time for fun. Michaela said: "Let's be honest, no one likes having to do house work so with everything on one level and no stairs to climb, life is much easier and cleaning is less of a chore.

"Communal garden space will also be looked after by a factor so the maintenance required needn't be done by the homeowners and is carried out by the Managing Agents."

Gladedale has 18 developments across the North West, covering Lancashire, Cheshire, Staffordshire, Greater Manchester and has recently branched into North Wales. The company has extensive experience in new build, refurbishment and regeneration.

The show apartment at Gin Pit Village is open from 10.30am to 5pm Thursday to Monday. For more information visit Gladedale.com.