Home work made easy at Voyage in Ipswich

Traffic jams, spiralling fuel costs, missed appointments and commuting are a thing of a past now for acupuncturist Wayne Johnson, who has recently moved into one of Fairview New Homes' live/work homes in Ipswich. The live/work home means that Wayne lives and works under the same roof. His two bedroom house has three storeys; the ground floor is a dedicated work area, and the living accommodation - featuring two bedrooms, and an open plan kitchen, dining and living area - is located over floors one and two.

Wayne, who is now director of his acupuncture clinic The Aspen Centre Limited, had always wanted to set up his own business, and when he heard about Fairview New Homes' live/work homes he decided to fulfil his ambition.

"Setting up my own business was something that had always appealed to me, but the opportunity hadn't come up," he says. "Then I heard about the live/work homes and thought they would be the perfect place to set up my acupuncture clinic."

"The unit is so close to Ipswich, it's in the perfect location for me and my clients. And, because I live above the clinic, I'm able to get to work in about 10 steps. I'm never late for work, and if I have to work late it really doesn't bother me because I know I can be in the comfort of my own home in a matter of seconds."

Wayne's live/work home is part of Fairview New Homes' Modus development, which has now sold out. But similar homes are available at the Voyage riverside development in Ranelagh Road. There are 14 live/work properties available at Voyage, each offering the perfect solution for people who want to work from home.

Wayne explains: "I'd really recommend a live/work home. They are absolutely perfect for someone who wants to set up a small business from home, as they are so practical and convenient. I'm also surrounded by other like minded people as there are other businesses in my block - and a lot of my neighbours are even my clients, and vice versa."

Voyage is the ideal location for both work and play as the town of Ipswich offers all of the amenities required for day-to-day living and the development is also ideally placed just 500m from the train station. Perfectly located in a unique riverbank setting alongside the River Gripping, residents are offered a tranquil haven whether it's for work or simply relaxing after a long day. Voyage is conveniently placed for ease of access to the A12 and for travel further afield, Stansted Airport is just 48 miles away.

Prices at Voyage start from £133,000, or just £99,750 with Fairview New Homes' Flying Start scheme. For further information, log on to Fairview.co.uk.