Summer in the city - why Rotherhithe makes sense year round
Rotherhithe, once home to sailors from around the world, “the bravest and boldest of fellows” (John Fielding 1776) is now renowned for its green spaces, community facilities and convenient connections to Canary Wharf and the City. Recognising these attractions, new residents include financial, corporate and technology executives and entrepreneurs and their families, drawn from all over the world.
Canada Water’s regeneration includes Barratt London’s Maple Quays development, at the centre of this new vibrant community, with one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Conveniently located next to the Canada Water tube station (Zone 2) and the new Piers Gough designed library, Maple Quays has been built to Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable Homes, ensuring that homes will offer a level of comfort and low maintenance unachievable in a period property.
A new phase of 146 one, two and three-bedroom apartments at Vancouver House, Maple Quays was released on Saturday 23rd July and so far over 72 have already been reserved. Prices start from £250,000 for a one-bed suite.
Gary Patrick, regional sales director for Barratt London, comments: “London’s centre has been shifting eastwards for more than three decades and Canada Water’s successful regeneration is attracting buyers who appreciate the convenience and facilities of this area including the excellent transport links into and around central London. Residents are just one stop on the Jubilee line from Canary Wharf, four minutes from London Bridge, which has easy connections into the City and fast links out of London and just a short distance from trendy Shoreditch on the new East London overground extension.”
New homes at Maple Quays have balconies or terraces to provide private space outside, and many of the homes offer views over the resident-only landscaped courtyards. The spacious interiors are modern and light, featuring contemporary designer fitted kitchens by Nolte. Facilities available exclusively to residents will include a private 3,000 sq ft gymnasium as well as an onsite 24h concierge service.
For day-to-day amenities, the nearby Surrey Quays Shopping Centre has a large 24h Tesco store and a choice of high street shops. The Seven Islands Leisure Centre is home to a cinema and a selection of local bars and restaurants. Canary Wharf and nearby Shad Thames provides residents with over 200 shops and riverfront bars and restaurants.
Europe’s largest arena, the internationally renowned O2, is just 15 minutes away from Maple Quays.
Rotherhithe, Southwark and Canada Water have benefitted immensely from the improvements to nearby Borough, Bankside and London Bridge, especially with the Tate Modern, The Globe and the Millennium Bridge at such close proximity. Around 40 per cent of Southwark is undergoing regeneration and Canada Water is being redeveloped as a new hub for London. The Canada Water master plan includes 2,700 new homes on 40 acres of land with office, retail and leisure space, a central landscaped plaza to host events, a state-of-the-art library with community centre, cafes, restaurants and shops.
For more information and prices, visit barratthomes.co.uk.
