Grand idea to beat costs at the pump

The fluctuating cost of fuel is an ever present news item which shows no sign of abating however, Lowestoft-based Persimmon has a solution to help drive down these costs - and the answer lies closer to home than you think. Enter the contemporary-designed three storey at the company's Deben Heath development in Rendlesham - a property that features plenty of flexible living space which can easily incorporate a dedicated home office.

The benefits of working from home have been well documented - not only are you able to avoid the rush hour traffic and getting embroiled in office politics but with drivers feeling the financial squeeze with cars becoming more expensive to run, this way of working could be one way to beat spiralling prices at the pumps.

Jon Gibbs, sales director for Persimmon Homes Anglia, comments: "More people are now choosing to work from home, whether it's for a couple of days a month or every day of the week as with the ever-increasing use of the internet and email at home, people no longer need to go to the office every day."

The four/five bedroom detached Baltimore design lends itself perfectly to those looking to work from home as the second floor comprises two sizeable rooms and a handy bathroom, making it the ideal solution for those looking to create an office space at home. The Baltimore at Deben Heath is priced from a reasonable £248,950.

Many people turn to teleworking to escape the stresses of commuting to work however, with the cost of fuel at a premium, indeed the cost of unleaded petrol has risen by 20 per cent in Britain over the past year[1], motorists are beginning to realise that they have to change their behaviour in response to the sharp price rises.

Working from home boasts many plus points - it cuts out unnecessary travelling, therefore easing the financial pressure on the purse strings, and is also much kinder to the environment.

Jon concludes: "Whilst it may take some getting used to, working from home can also improve your work-life balance. Using the space in your home effectively to separate your working area from your living space is the first step and three storey homes are perfect for achieving this."

Deben Heath, which comprises a number of exclusive four and five bedroom detached homes, is drawing purchasers from far and wide. Visually stunning, the it includes an area of central open space and a number of the homes are found off private driveways, creating an exclusive environment to live within.

Rendlesham village offers a host of amenities, schools and healthcare services, while Ipswich, the county town of Suffolk, is easily accessible via the A12 and offers a whole host of shopping opportunities in idyllic and historic surroundings. There is also a range leisure facilities, including theatres, pubs and clubs. The vibrant town is ideally located for commuters, with the A12 offering access to Lowestoft and Norwich to the north.

If you are interested in the properties available at Deben Heath, visit Persimmon online at Persimmonhomes.com.