Strong opening week at new Southampton development

Five apartments have already been reserved in the opening week at Hollybrook Lodge, Barratt's select new development of one and two-bedroom apartments in Coxford Road, Southampton. "The interest in this development is incredible and the reservation numbers speak for themselves," reports Catherine Ferguson, Barratt sales director.

"We've attracted a lot of interest from first-time buyers and we can offer some excellent packages designed to make this superb site accessible to them.

"This includes our ‘Head Start' scheme with which first-time buyers secure a mortgage for 85 per cent of the total property price and Barratt finances the remaining 15 per cent for up to 10 years. The developer will also pay the five per cent deposit and legal fees - a real bonus for those struggling to pay rent and save towards a new home.

"We have also attracted a lot of interest from investors," Catherine continued. "The development is located right next door to the Princess Anne Hospital so investors will have no shortage of tenants, as medical staff are always looking for good accommodation."

Hollybrook Lodge is located just a short distance from Southampton Common, with its wealth of flora and fauna, and the sports centre, which boasts dry ski slopes and two golf courses.

The city centre offers a wealth of shops - including the West Quay complex - and numerous restaurants, bars and clubs. In fact, this vibrant cosmopolitan city has been voted one of the best places to live in the UK for single people aged 18 to 30, owing to its low cost of living, wide choice of entertainment and cheap transport.

For those wanting a break from the bright city lights, the New Forest national park is half an hour's drive away and the Isle of Wight and south coast resorts are all within easy reach.

Prices for homes at Hollybrook Lodge range from £169,995 to £189,995 and all two-bedroom apartments come with a parking space. For further information, visit Barratthomes.co.uk.