The urban life isn’t for everyone – and
those who choose a more villagey lifestyle will find lots of new homes to
choose from, finds Johnny Turner.
A relaxed pace of life is an increasingly
sought-after attribute when looking for property. Country locations provide the
perfect antidote to weekday overwork, while increasingly high-quality transport
connections make it possible – even simple – to lead a ‘double life’, one of
urban toil balanced by lush country leisure time.
Buyers would do well to investigate the new
homes currently on the market in these desirable spots. One such home is
currently being built in West Chiltington in West Sussex. Quilters Park, by developers Charles James Homes, is an exceptional
home in the grounds of the original country mansion Quilters. Accommodation
comprises five en sutie bedrooms, drawing room, dining room, study,
kitchen/breakfast room, family room and utility room. There is a triple garage,
plus an audio security system from the gated entrance to the house.
The home is on the market at £985,000. To
make an appointment to view contact Charles James Homes’ dedicated sales line
on 01903 748396.
Furlong Homes is selling The Meadows, a select development of 28
two-, three- and four-bedroom contemporary homes in the picturesque village of
St Osyth, near Clacton-on-Sea. The irresistible combination of rural
tranquillity and coastal living is a very attractive aspect of the development.
And each of the nine different house styles has been designed to maximise both
space and light. The living space is flexible and the specification is high.
Prices start at £169,950. For further
information contact the sales office on 01255 821516.
Bedfordshire is a popular country location
in which to live, and Persimmon Homes’ The
Folly development fulfils all the requirements of the market town
lifestyle. Located in the well-loved village of Clapham, only three miles from
Bedford, The Folly is situated less than an hour’s train journey from St
Pancras station, meaning that living outside of the capital needn’t mean you’re
out of the loop.
Denise Williams, head of sales for
Persimmon’s Midlands division, says, ‘Too frequently commuters are forced to
compromise between a home in a country location and a property situated close
to work. In the most extreme situations, individuals are forced to purchase an
extra property closer to the city and live apart from their family during the
week.’
This is certainly not the case at The
Folly, where high-quality family homes set in picturesque countryside are
within easy reach of the metropolis. The current release of homes ranges from a
three-bedroom Harlow mews home at £167,950 to £400,000 for a five-bedroom
detached Prelude. Call the marketing suite on 01234 215200 or visit
persimmonhomes.com.
Finally, Beechcroft Homes offers Bramley Grange in Bramley Village, just
south of Guildford. This exclusive collection of 16 luxury apartments and four
cottages is ideal for the retiree who seeks a quiet but event-filled village
life.
Located approximately 100 yards from
Bramley High Street, the development offers secure underground parking and a
residents’ indoor swimming pavilion. While designed externally to complement
older properties in the village, the interiors provide generous, flexible
living space.
Prices at Bramley Grange range from
£330,000 to £665,000. Call 01483 891830 or visit beechcroft.co.uk.