Crest Nicholson comes to Chelmsford

On Saturday 1st March 2008, award-winning developer Crest Nicholson (Eastern) Ltd. will unveil Clarion Gate, a superb collection of 153 traditional and contemporary styled homes located on Beehive Lane, within the southern most part of the county town of Chelmsford in Essex.

Potential purchasers are invited to attend the launch of this exceptional collection of homes by visiting the offices of selling agents Beresfords Residential in Duke Street, Chelmsford. Those who attend the launch will have an opportunity to view a 3d scale model of the development, floor plans and specification details of these high quality Crest Nicholson homes.

Clarion Gate has been carefully designed and is in tune with its surrounding locale; the development will be laid out across two complimentary, yet distinctive areas called The Village Green and The Avenues and both of which will flank a newly formed village green.

A wide variety of property styles will be available from one and two bedroom apartments, two and three bedroom cottages to larger four bedroom family homes - the result will be an organic array of attractive street scenes that are bursting with individuality and character.

The first collection of homes to be release for sale will be at The Village Green. This area of the development offers a selection of traditionally style properties including pretty two and three bedroom cottages, larger four bedroom homes and one and two bedroom apartments.

The architecture of The Village Green echoes the charm of the surrounding Essex vernacular and combines classic features such as stock brickwork, boarding and render in range of traditional Essex colours. Furthermore, clay and slate tiling will add a final rustic touch.

In contrast, The Avenues, which will be launched later in the year, will feature more contemporary three and four bedroom townhouses, two bedroom coach houses and apartment buildings in a series of formal symmetrical street scenes. Exterior design features will incorporate smart render and boarding finishes with large feature windows rising to an apex and steel balustrades to balconies.

Internally, all homes will be fresh and modern and finished to the high standard associated with the Crest Nicholson brand. Fully-fitted kitchens will be complete with a range of integrated Bosch appliances including oven, hob, extractor hood, and fridge/freezer. Bathrooms and ensuites will feature elegant white Roca sanitaryware complimented by stylish Hangrohe chrome fittings.

As an environmentally responsible developer, Crest Nicholson has included a number of features at this scheme to help reduce the global impact of carbon emissions and in turn encourage energy efficient and sustainable living at Clarion Gate.

All homes have been designed and will be constructed to EcoHomes Very Good Standard. ‘A’ rated white goods, low energy lighting, and water efficient taps and dual flush toilets will be fitted. Furthermore, to help residents be more ‘green’ kitchens will include an integrated recycling bin to help with waste separation and a season ticket for local bus services will be provided for all residents for a period of 6 months.

Ideal for families, Clarion Gate will also feature the relocated Marconi Athletic and Social Club which will offer an extensive range of onsite facilities; a new sports centre will incorproate six tennis courts, three squash courts, short mat bowls and snooker facilties. Additional facilities will include a bar, conference facilities, and a fully equipped gymnaisum with a cardio theatre and free weights.

Just a short distance from Chelmsford - rated one of the top 10 places to live in the UK according to Channel 4’s Location Location Location programme – residents at Clarion Gate can take full advantage of the wide selection of amenities the town has to offer. Chelmsford boasts a comprehensive collection of high street shopping along with cafes, resturants, pubs and bars. In addition, the scheme is in close proximity to a selection of very good state schools.

Chelmsford has excellent transport links. Nearby Chelmsford Station provides fast and effiecient services in to London Liverpool Street in approximately 35 minutes. Alternatively, the A12 is just a short drive from the scheme and provides direct routes south to the Capital and Colchester to the north.

Helen Moore, Sales and Marketing Director, Crest Nicholson (Eastern) Ltd. commented: “Clarion Gate is an exciting new scheme that raises the bar of new-build property in Chelmsford. Crest Nicholson is committed to building new communities rather than just housing schemes and at Clarion Gate we feel we have truly achieved a stunning collection of high-quality homes to suit a wide range of purchasers.”

Crest Nicholson is offering Part-exchange at Clarion Gate. The price of a two bedroom apartment starts from £205,000, a three bedroom house from £290,000.

For further information about buying a home at Clarion Gate and the Part Exchange scheme, visit the Crest Nicholson website at: Crestnicholson.com.