Developer caters to demand for family homes in Whitstable
What House? Housebuilder of the Year Weston Homes have accommodated the growing demand for family homes in Kent, having released 14 three bedroom houses ahead of schedule at its Swale Park development, in the chic and fashionable coastal town of Whitstable.
The popularity of the homes has resulted in only four, three-bedroom houses remaining for sale, although more three-bedroom houses will be released this summer in phase two of the development.
Swale Park was also highly commended in the Best New Family Home (with up to three bedrooms) category at The London Evening Standard New Homes Awards 2011 on 13th May 2011.
The early release of the collection of three bedroom houses has added to the initial phase one release of 24 two and three bedroom houses and 25 one and two bedroom apartments. A new two bedroom show house has also just opened and is now available for potential buyers to view.
Swale Park is located on Thanet Way on the outskirts of Whitstable, between the sea and the Kent countryside. When complete, this idyllic development will comprise of 236 modern, stylish homes in total, in a variety of sizes, styles and lay outs offering accommodation that will appeal to everyone from young professionals and first time buyers to families and investors.
Bob Weston, Chairman and Chief Executive of Weston Homes, comments: “There has been a high demand for family housing in Kent and this led to the early release of three bedroom homes at Swale Park. Sales have gone so well that we have already sold 10 and there are now only four remaining for sale.
“Swale Park offers high quality, modern homes providing good value for money in this fashionable part of the Kent coast, which combines a rich heritage with excellent transport links to London and the South East of England.”
Internally homes are finished to Weston Homes’ signature high standards. Sleek bathrooms and en-suites feature contemporary fittings. Kitchens come with a choice of designer units and worktops and integrated high quality appliances. Sky+ facilities and telephone points are pre-installed in lounges and master bedrooms. Wooden floors feature throughout hall, lounge, dining room and kitchen areas in both houses and apartments. Buyers will also be able to choose carpets in the bedrooms from Weston’s own ‘Choices’ range. The environment is also considered with all homes being fitted with eco-friendly heating systems.
All houses have their own private garden to the rear, while some ground floor apartments have exterior terraces and shared landscaped areas. All houses and apartments have allocated parking spaces with some houses having their own garage.
In recent years Kent’s coastal resorts have become increasingly popular with people wanting to find relaxed seaside living within easy reach of London. Whitstable’s charm put it in the vanguard of this trend and its chic boutiques, galleries, bars, cafes and restaurants are a major draw for visitors and locals alike.
Canterbury, with its famous Cathedral and excellent shopping, is only a fifteen minute drive away, and several other historic resorts and fishing ports including Herne Bay, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Deal are within easy reach.
Rail services run to Victoria station in central London in under an hour and a half during peak periods, and there is a direct commuter service to Cannon Street Station. Other parts of Kent and South East England are close to hand via the A2 and M2 and the ports of Ramsgate and Dover, less than an hour’s drive away offer direct travel to France and Belgium.
The three bedroom houses are priced from £214,000. One and two bedroom apartments are also available, with prices starting from only £135,000. For further information on Swale Park visit: weston-homes.com/swalepark
