Fabulous new homes offer Lakeside Views

Homes are selling fast at Barratt's stunning Lakeside development near the market town of Alton, where many of the apartments and houses enjoy stunning rural views. "We only have a few homes for sale at Lakeside now and it is hardly surprising," said Catherine Ferguson, Barratt sales director.

"The development is particularly attractive, as the homes are built into the hillside and many enjoy fabulous views over Kings Pond and the local countryside.

"Also, the surrounding area was home to one of England's best loved authors, Jane Austen. It boasts miles of leafy country lanes, picturesque thatched cottages, village ponds and historic country churches - it really is delightful," she added.

Lakeside is a small development of just 30 two, three and four-bedroom homes. The remaining plots include two-bedroom apartments in the Kings Lodge style, with large terraces and views over the lake and four-bedroom, semi-detached Hillside-style townhouses. Prices range from £249,995 to £385,995.

"We can offer our Head Start deal to first-time buyers interested in the apartments," Catherine continued. "They 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. We also pay the legal fees and deposit.

"People moving up to one of the townhouses can take advantage of our part exchange option - which includes a guaranteed fixed price offer on a buyer's home within 48 hours. There are no agency fees and no viewers or unstable chains.

"We can also offer a £500 per month mortgage subsidy for a year on selected plots," she added. "This is available to buyers who are able to proceed immediately - they can be £500 a month better off and enjoy the benefits of living in a brand new home."

Lakeside is located just 18 miles north east of Winchester.

For further details on the last remaining homes, log on to Barratthomes.co.uk.