“I don’t know why we didn’t downsize sooner”When
retired couple Duncan and Elsa Mattey decided to downsize from their
large four bedroom home of 11 years, they were keen to stay in the
picturesque market town of Tenterden. Fortunately, they found the
Elmfield Place development built by Appledore Developments Ltd was just
the low maintenance lifestyle that they were looking for.
Duncan
comments: “Our previous house, which also had an acre of formal garden,
was too big to manage and although we had some help, we felt it was
time to move on. Our new duplex apartment is really spacious and
although we sold a lot of our furniture at auction, we were still able
to move one or two pieces of antique furniture into our new home.
Elmfield Place really is very well designed and its close proximity to
local amenities is ideal. I don’t know why we didn’t downsize sooner
and I would certainly suggest to anyone else who is thinking the same
not to leave it too late!”
Elsa adds: “As a new home, it is also
nice to know that there will be no maintenance to take care of for some
time. We also both like that there are two separate outdoor areas, in
the form of the courtyard garden on the lower floor and terrace on the
first floor. Moreover, with the accommodation over two floors, it also
still retains the feeling that we are in a house.”
Yvette
Brotherton Sales and Marketing Director for Appledore Developments Ltd
comments: “I’m delighted to hear that Duncan and Elsa are so happy with
their new duplex apartment. We have seen a sharp increase in the number
of purchasers who are downsizing and the apartments at Elmfield Place
are ideal for those looking for a low maintenance lifestyle.
Furthermore, as a gated development, purchasers can lock up and leave
without needing to worry about the security of their new home. There is
just one duplex apartment remaining at the scheme, which is the new
Show Home and I would recommend that purchasers make an appointment to
view at their earliest opportunity.”
The market town of
Tenterden boasts many reputable schools, restaurants and an array of
culture and history, especially the High Street, which is lined with a
host of traditional and independent shops. For commuters, Elmfield
Place is ideally located for the M20 for accessing both Ashford and
Maidstone, where further amenities can be found. Gatwick Airport is
just 45 miles away or alternatively, Ashford International is a mere 13
miles away and enables passengers to join Eurostar for links to the
continent.
The immaculate specification includes luxurious
designer kitchens with a wealth of integrated appliances, including a
fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave and stainless steel
oven. Opulent Italian floor tiles complete the contemporary finish.
The
remaining luxury apartment at Elmfield Place is priced at £450,000. For
further information contact the appointed selling agents, Humberts on
01580 765858. Alternatively, contact Appledore Developments Ltd on
01732 469888 or visit the company website at
www.appledoredevelopments.co.uk
Situated in a prime location
opposite Cliffs Pavilion, Station Road, Pavilion Heights comprises an
exclusive collection of 30 one- and two-bedroom luxury apartments
designed for the over-60s.
Boasting six glass fronted deluxe
apartments with sea views that overlook the Thames Estuary, the
development offers contemporary design elements, with the unique white
building featuring a part canopied roofline and Essex weatherboarding.
Many apartments come with full height windows, and French doors leading
onto wide glass-fronted balconies.
With specifications and
designs that are second to none, residents at the scheme can look
forward to a concierge, onsite Utopia beauty treatment centre, fitness
room and secure underground parking.
Internal specifications
include plasma screens, DVD and DAB, together with surround systems and
mood lighting. Designer kitchens come with luxury appliances including
stainless steel electric ovens and ceramic glass hobs with extractor
hoods, integrated fridge/freezers and washer/driers, and the bathrooms
feature Contemporary Jacuzzi or Ideal Standard sanitary ware in white
with chrome fittings. Aluminium windows and European wall tiling are
also included in the purchase price.
Two communal lifts service all
floors and a well appointed communal sun lounge/library will offer
residents refreshment facilities. Residents will also benefit from a
24-hour care line, video door entry system, alarm systems and mains
operated smoke detector.
Southend-on-Sea is within easy reach
and Westcliff on Sea mainline station is close by with a journey time
of around an hour into London’s Fenchurch Street.
Local road routes include the A127 which links the A12/M25, and the M11 and A13 are easily accessible.
Early enquiries are advised. To register your interest, contact 08702 242535 or visit dedman.net.
Domestic Chores A Burden For Relatives The
responsibility that people feel for their older relatives has been
revealed in a recent survey, with 70% of those questioned spending
between a quarter and all their time doing chores for their older
relatives when they visited, rather than enjoying quality time with
them.
Instead of spending time catching up on their news,
tucking into a delicious meal, or going for a stroll, people are
spending their time doing chores such as cleaning (40%), sorting bills
and paperwork (23%) and fixing problems around the home (26%).
Keith
Rofe used to spend at least 10 hours a week with his mother, Eileen,
making general repairs to her home in London. Fifteen months ago, Mrs
Rofe, moved into Denham Garden Village in South Bucks and the support
on offer at this new development has allowed Keith to spend more
quality time with his mother, enjoying her company, rather than doing
tasks around the home.
Keith comments: “Now, instead of
spending my time working in the home, Mum and I can go out for walks,
enjoy a meal or just sit down and properly talk to one an another. It’s
changed our relationship, bringing us much closer and bringing me peace
of mind as I don’t have to worry about her so much, because I know that
even if I’m not there, someone will be there to help her if she needs
it.”
The handyperson and domestic care and support services on
offer at Denham Garden Village unburden the family of mundane
activities like cleaning, ironing and food shopping from just £11 an
hour, enabling visitors to take pleasure in spending more time with
their loved ones when they visit.
From enjoying a meal at the
Café Bar, taking a stroll around the 30 acres of private woodland or
catching up with them in the comfort of their own home, Denham Garden
Village provides many alternative activities. The development also
offers a Health and Fitness suite for more energetic activities, such
as swimming and exercise classes.
For further peace of mind,
Denham Garden Village provides an onsite GP surgery and a round the
clock Support and Care team at the 326-home development. Two bedroom
apartments and three bedroom houses have been released for sale, with
prices starting from £315,000.
For further information, please visit www.denhamgardenvillage.co.uk or call 01895 836333.