South West Property

Part exchange to larger home at Broome Park
Moving to a larger property may be easier than you think - especially if you would like to buy one of the stunning family homes just released at Barratt's Broome Park development on the outskirts of Okehampton.

It's cheaper to live out of town
Homebuyers at Barratt's Calcos Place development in Kelly Bray, Cornwall, have been pleasantly surprised to find they can get more for their money if they live out of town.

First time buyers over the Lune at Westpoint
The launch of Barratt's new Lune showhome at Westpoint in Portishead has excited the first time buyers market in the region with a flurry of enquiries. Decorated in attractive beige, taupe and coffee colours, the £177,500 Lune is a two double bedroom apartment with a spacious open-plan living/dining area and the stunning decoration has received the desired effect, according to Barratt sales manager Andrea Pilgrim.
Early sales success for old cider works
Buyers are flocking to buy homes at Barratt's Old Cider Works development in the market town of Taunton, weeks before the site has officially opened. "We've already had a number of off-plan sales of two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom houses," reports Louise Terry, Barratt field sales manager.
Luxury new show home to open at Sawmills
Gerald Wood Homes will be unveiling a stunning new show home at Sawmills, an exclusive development of three new luxury barn-style houses in Blamphayne, near Colyton, on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th April, 11am - 5pm.

Three generations enjoy a hassle free move
When Lorraine Thompson was looking for a new home for her family she enlisted the help of her parents, Margaret and Howard. They soon spotted the perfect new home for their daughter at The Orchards in Portishead and were so impressed with the Linden Homes’ development and the Part Exchange* scheme that they also decided to move to the collection as well.

The perfect starter package at Beaufort Vale
With only one apartment remaining at David Wilson Homes South West’s, Beaufort Vale development in Siston, time is running out for any first time buyers looking to snap up an affordable and stylish first home at this popular development. This final two bedroom apartment is priced at just £171,500 making it an affordable choice for any first time buyer looking to take that all important step onto the property ladder.

Secure income for buy-to-let investors at Altius
Buy-to-let investors who purchase a new George Wimpey apartment at Altius in Clapton will have a guaranteed rental income until 2012 through a simple new scheme.

Boards show home opened by mystery guest
A mystery guest recently unveiled the new show home at Midas Homes’ Boards development in East-the-Water in Bideford. Andy Addison, sales and marketing director of Midas Homes said: “Boards’ show home has just opened and the launch was well attended by people eager to meet our mystery guest.”

Central Square to complete canal-side regeneration
Persimmon Homes has announced the forthcoming creation of Central Square, the final part of its The Wharf regeneration project in the heart of Stroud. The development, which enjoys a unique waterside location nestled between the River Frome and Stroudwater canal, has proved a hit with house hunters, keen to be part of this exciting new community. Waters Edge, the first residential phase of homes at The Wharf was a sell out success and just four homes now remain on the second phase Riverside.

The regeneration of Devonport rolls on
Two further phases of a project to change the face of the former MoD South Yard storage enclave in Devonport have been given the green light by planners. Zones K and G of Redrow’s ‘Vision’ development, which is revitalising the heart of Devonport, have been granted planning permission enabling work to now begin on a further 58 new homes, including 19 one and two-bedroom apartments, 39 houses and two office buildings.

A picture perfect development in Devon
With just five houses still for sale at Redrow’s picturesque development in Winkleigh, homebuyers will have to act quickly if they want to make this idyllic location their home. All remaining properties at Winkleigh Cross are four-bedroom homes surrounded by rolling countryside in a village setting ideal for families.

Persimmon returns to Blandford Forum
Following on the success of its previous two developments in Blandford Forum, Persimmon Homes has opened its third site in this scenic market town. Built to seamlessly blend with the local Georgian architecture, Badbury Heights is an aesthetic new destination for househunters who value good design and quality build.

Beautiful Cornish views prove strong selling point
The search for the perfect weekend retreat was over for one home buyer the instant he saw the stunning views from Redrow’s development in Launceston. Dad-of-three John O’Mahoney was looking for a Cornish home where he could spend relaxing weekends when he discovered Stourscombe Vale, a development surrounded by rolling countryside.

Badgers for neighbours at Orchard Leaze
Wildlife enthusiasts will love living at Barratt’s Orchard Leaze development on the outskirts of Stroud, where badgers are close neighbours. “This site enjoys a semi-rural location and there is a badger protected zone at one end of the development,” reports Andrea Pilgrim, Barratt sales manager.