South East Property
England's garden remains attractive to property buyers
The Royal Mail recently revealed that Kent was the UK's most desirable destination to move to with 5,068 moves into the area during 2007. Residents were also most likely to stay put with 12,646 choosing to relocate within the county, moving an average of 5.39 miles. So what makes the county so special?
A home with real ‘wow’ factor
When it comes to creating homes that have the ‘wow’ factor, Millgate Homes has perfected the formula. Testament was paid to the Company’s dedication to detail at the recent Evening Standard New Homes Awards, where its Woodham Park development in Woking scooped the coveted ‘New Home of the Year’ Gold award.
Knowle Village caters for local art enthusiasts
On the weekend of Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th June, Berkeley Homes Southern is hosting an exhibition of sculpture and artworks within five newly landscaped gardens at its Knowle Village development, in Wickham.
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.
Last chance to buy at the exclusive Cowes development
With its waterside location and stunning views of the Solent, the beautiful development of Marinus by Charles Church has only seven exclusive apartments remaining. Available to move in to now, home buyers could be in by Cowes Week (2nd - 9th August 2008).
An affordable family choice
One of the most important factors for families when choosing a home is its proximity to a good school. According to a recent poll commissioned by the Children's Society, over half of parents would be prepared to move house to improve their child's standard of education. This desire to attain excellent education is fuelling house prices, with a report from estate agents Savills finding a direct correlation between good schools and above average house prices in the local vicinity.
Help for first time buyers in Southampton
David Wilson Homes have made it even easier for first time buyers and key workers to move into a brand new 1 or 2 bedroom apartment in Southampton. Chapel Annexe in Anglesea Terrace, Southampton is a collection of 1 bedroom apartments, some with views across the city and all with lift access. It is set close to Ocean Village, handy for the town centre and features an attractive residents roof terrace, with occupations available now.
Architects restore Sundridge Park’s regal splendour
The design of a property scheme is often guided by the prevailing architecture and styles of the immediate area - new-build housing developments may adopt similar brickwork to the houses nearby, while apartment buildings often compliment the height of neighbouring properties. However at Sundridge Park in Kent, Millgate Homes is successfully adapting to the designs of a far more prestigious locale than is normally encountered.
Making an entrance – Gardens with curb appeal
First impressions count, especially in property, which is why the curb appeal of a home is such a key factor for purchasers. An attractive and inviting entrance ensures a home maintains strong market value, and more importantly ensures a pleasant welcome for the owners, their family and their friends for years to come. At Asprey Gardens in Shirley, Surrey, Asprey Homes have taken great care to create a collection of properties with delightful curb-appeal features to make that ideal first impression.
Good ‘mews’ for home buyers in Kent
With fine original features and their own unique layout, mews developments are consistently sought after by buyers seeking a property with distinct historic character. Millgate Homes are set to bring these attractive traditional properties back to life with a tasteful renovation of the former Coach Houses at Sundridge Park, near Bromley in Kent.
A change for the better at Imperial Court
While downsizing is a move many consider - offering to free up both equity and time spent on DIY and maintaining large gardens - making the move itself can be tough, especially if it means moving out of the family home. At Imperial Court in Wokingham, Millgate Homes has created an environment that could offer the perfect solution.
Bridewell revisited
Testament to the desirability of the outstanding new homes constructed at its landmark Bridewell Park development in Wormley, Surrey, award-winning housebuilder Charles Church has announced that there is now just one final apartment remaining for sale.
Show-home highlights desirability of The Cascades
For purchasers keen to inspect the quality of homes for themselves at Charles Church's outstanding new development at The Cascades, Virginia Water, Surrey, the good news is that the award-winning housebuilder is opening an inspirational showhome there over the weekend of 12/13 July.
Luxury show home opens in Sittingbourne
A superb five-bedroom show home is being launched by Ward Homes on Saturday 21st June at Orchard Park, part of the award-winning Eden Village development in Sittingbourne, Kent.
Location is key to a happy retirement
Research by Schlag and Schwenkhagen has shown that mobility is of great importance to older people and contributes to a better quality of life and happiness. For these reasons, older drivers are often reluctant to give up the car but often it is a reality that many have to face up to.