Room with a view

Stunning views, sensational surrounds and beautiful homes, all on the cusp of convenient commuter routes, The Lakes, in Heybridge, near Maldon, Essex has it all.

It’s easy to see why The Lakes used to be the site of exclusive holiday chalets. Surrounded by water on three sides it is in a truly beautiful setting and possesses the kind of stunningly picture perfect views that would make a poet gasp.

Swathed in natural beauty, The Lakes boasts a scenic view of the River Blackwater, which it actually backs onto, overlooks Maldon Promenade Park, with its many acres of open space and children’s play areas and acts as an important wintering ground for many migratory birds.

And, as if that wasn’t enough, it’s also only a short distance away from the charming Heybridge Basin, which offers walks along the sea wall back into Heybridge and is nestled next to Maldon, one of the oldest recorded towns in Britain.

Beryl Williams, area sales manager for Redrow Homes (Eastern) says: “The homes at The Lakes really offer an amazing style of living in a breathtaking, picturesque location. Our buyers love the idea of having water views and being in such a genuinely beautiful and relaxing setting. Hard to believe then that London is within easy commuting distance for residents.”

Amazingly, the beauty of the scenery at The Lakes is matched perfectly by its outstanding properties.

Among the selection currently available is the four-bedroom Ribble. This three-storey home dedicates its extra floor to the luxurious master suite, which has an en-suite shower room and built in wardrobes. The home also has a family bathroom, large lounge, dining room/kitchen, downstairs cloakroom and understairs storage cupboard. Prices start at £338,995.

Or there’s the five-bedroom Webburn that comes with a detached single garage, en-suite shower room to the master bedroom, family bathroom, separate dining area, fitted kitchen, lounge and a family room. This home also boasts three storeys, with the top floor dedicated to two bedrooms and a shower room. This is a great versatile area which can be used for anything from giving teenagers or an elderly relative their own space to a home office. Prices start from £475,995.

Also available is the three-bedroom Kennet, from £291,000, which comes with an en-suite to master bedroom, family bathroom, separate dining room, kitchen, lounge, understairs storage and downstairs cloakroom. As Beryl says: “With so many homes to choose from there is something here to suit everyone.”

While the development itself enjoys a quiet, natural setting, busier surroundings can be reached very quickly in the shape of Maldon and Chelmsford, while London Liverpool Street is only 40 minutes away by direct rail link from Chelmsford or Witham stations.

To see life at The Lakes – and its spectacular views - first hand, head down to the development on Hall Road, Heybridge. Alternatively, for more information visit Redrow.co.uk.