Kent
Buyers prefer new at The Woodlands
Why do so many people prefer to buy new rather than second-hand homes? At least ten reasons crop up regularly in buyer surveys, most highlighting the central fact that new homebuilders generally offer a range of benefits that the second-hand market cannot hope to match.
Construction begins at Halstead Place, Sevenoaks
Leading Kent housebuilder Ward Homes has commenced construction on Halstead Place, its new residential development near Sevenoaks. The new development, due to launch in September 2009, will comprise 33 houses, 20 of which will be for private sale with the remainder for affordable housing.
Accountant finds value for money with Bryant in Kent
Accountant Amanda Warwick has invested in a great value for money new home at Bryant’s Bridgefield development in Ashford, Kent. The mum-of-two, who works for HR GO Financial Services in Ashford, wanted to find a new three-bedroom home for herself and children, Holly (6) and Daniel (2).
New phase of homes at The Bridge, Dartford
With a state-of-the-art new ‘Learning Hub’ and primary school opening in September, and more than 200 new homes now built and occupied, The Bridge community development in Dartford is really taking shape.
Bromley couple celebrate 60 years at Nettlestead
A married couple who live together at Nettlestead Retirement Home, Bromley, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Thursday, June 4th.
Buying made easier at The Pier
First time buyers who are keen to get onto the property ladder, but are worried they can’t afford to, are being invited by Crest Nicholson to visit its spectacular riverside development, The Pier in Greenhithe, Kent this Saturday (6th June from 10am).
Easy living at Kings Walk in Maidstone
Home-owners struggling to sell their home can make a quick and easy move to Bryant’s new Kings Walk development in Loose near Maidstone in Kent.
Bronze sculpture unveiled at Kemsley Fields
Leading house-builder Bryant Homes has installed a 10ft tall sculpture as an eye-catching centrepiece at its Kemsley Fields development near Sittingbourne. With just 12 homes remaining for sale at the development, the leading house-builder is adding attractive landscaping to complement the range of homes – and commissioned Kent artist Steven Ritchie to create a sculpture to add a unique finishing touch to the new neighbourhood.
Sustainable living in Coxheath
Friday 5th June is World Environment Day* and communities in the UK are being encouraged to change their attitudes towards the environment and the way they currently live. House hunters in Kent who are currently looking to reduce their carbon footprint might consider a home at the sustainable development Avante by Crest Nicholson in the attractive village of Coxheath.
Ward Homes showcases Pavilion Place
Leading Kent housebuilder, Ward Homes will be showcasing its latest development, Pavilion Place, in Snodland from Tuesday 2nd June at Hicks Estate Agents and Chartered Surveyors on the High Street, Snodland, prior to the official launch.
Sales success at Kingswood Chase
Kingswood Chase in Chislehurst by St James Developments is bucking the current housing trend with six homes selling in seven weeks.
Make a discovery at McArthur Park
The Government talked some months ago of “green shoots”, and at Kings Hill, West Malling near Maidstone in Kent, Hillreed Homes have positive proof of an increasingly active property market. McArthur Park in Discovery Drive, has proved popular from the day of its inception and now there are only two remaining.
Ready, steady, move
House-hunters looking for a wide choice of ready-to-move-into homes will find plenty of options at George Wimpey South East’s Furfield Park development in Maidstone, Kent.
4 star rating for Ward Homes
Kent housebuilder, Ward Homes has scored top marks in this year’s Home Builders Federation customer satisfaction survey, which confirms the vast majority of buyers are satisfied with the quality of their new home and would recommend Ward Homes to a friend.
Confidence rises amongst first time buyers
A survey recently released by property website Rightmove reveals that the majority of first time buyers are feeling confident and are ready to take their first steps onto the property ladder.