Quality homes and some great incentives in Heybridge

With quality-built homes and a choice of cash saving offers, the New Year brings with it the perfect opportunity for buyers to start afresh in their ideal home, says Redrow.

The award-winning housebuilder believes it's never been a better time for buyers thanks to a combination of attractive deals being offered at all its developments and a wide choice of homes at extremely competitive prices.

The Lakes, in Heybridge, near Maldon, is no exception and, surrounded by water on three sides, this sought-after venture offers the opportunity to live in a beautiful modern home in tranquil natural surroundings.

Buying from Redrow also brings with it access to a network of mortgage advisers, solicitors, estate agents and other property professionals who all want one thing - to help get you moving.

Beryl Williams, area sales manager for Redrow Homes (Eastern), says: "Homebuyers can now take advantage of some very attractive deals and secure themselves a brand new home that should also save them money on their heating and fuel bills.

"With some excellent incentives and unbelievably low prices available on new-build, it's definitely a buyer's market.

"Our ability to help with a deposit, stamp duty and other moving costs or to maybe take a customer's existing property in part-exchange, gives new homes the edge over the second hand and rental market in the current climate."

Buyers opting to purchase a brand new home over a second hand dwelling should save financially in the long run. At first glance an older property might appear cheaper but renovating it to the same standards as a new-build could force the purchaser to dig deep into their pockets.

Beryl adds: "The new homes at all our developments come complete with a high specification, including quality fixtures and fittings, modern kitchens and bathrooms, central heating, double glazing and no need for costly renovation.

"Also at a time of rising energy prices, new homes have been shown to save people up to £556 per annum on their fuel costs* - and that was before the latest large increase in gas and electricity costs. Those savings will go a long way to help boost the amount of money people can have in their pockets or help pay the mortgage."

Redrow has something for every type of buyer at a wide choice of locations, including at The Lakes, in Heybridge. Situated in a stunning location and enjoying views of the Blackwater Estuary, it's a perfect haven for nature lovers.

But if something livelier is on the agenda, residents can also take advantage of urban amenities in the local town of Maldon, with its array of shops. And because of its close proximity to nearby Chelmsford and Witham Hatfield Peveral, The Lakes offers convenient rail and road links to London and the rest of the South East, making it a perfect choice for commuters.

Currently availability includes a mix of four and five-bedroom homes, priced from £269,995.

For more information, log on to Redrow.co.uk.

* Research study by National Energy Services, commissioned by the New Homes Marketing Board. Info: nhmb.co.uk