Middlesex gives buyers a number of advantages, from countryside to commuter-friendliness. Johnny Turner sees what’s on the market.
Those in the market for a new home will consider many factors – location, design, space and of course price spring immediately to mind. And the current crop of homes in the county of Middlesex provide a range of types, sizes, locations and costs. Even the most demanding buyer will be charmed by what’s on offer.
Starting in Enfield, Laing Homes is selling Jerome Walk, a stylish collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom houses. Located in a pleasant environment close to local amenities and with good transport links, Jerome Walk is a fantastic settling place for London commuters. And with prices starting at just £157,500, these properties are ideal for first-time buyers looking for a contemporary new home.
Jerome Walk is also perfect for investors. Prospective tenants will be impressed by the easy commuter options, with Brimsdown station and the bus terminus just two minutes’ walk away. From the station it is only seven minutes to Tottenham Hale, with its links to the Victoria Line and direct trains to Stansted Airport.
Purchasers also have the ability to design the home of their dreams, with Laing Homes’ unique Homestyle service. This allows buyers to upgrade and design their property to meet their needs. And the opportunity to view the home at the architect’s-drawing stage puts buyers in a strong position from the standpoints of price and choice.
Ask about Laing Homes’ current ‘move in for £99’ offer, which is available on certain plots and subject to conditions. Find out more about the wonderful homes and special deals at Jerome Walk by calling 020 8804 1036.
Another popular Laing Homes development is Prince’s Square, conveniently located a mile and a half from central Edgware. This collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments and three- and four-bedroom houses has great transport connections, excellent shopping and a friendly local environment.
The site, previously an IT centre for the banking sector, is between Queensbury and Burnt Oak tube stations, giving residents a choice of Jubilee and Northern Line services which put central London within a 30-minute commute. For motorists, the A41, M1 and M25 are all approximately three miles away. The location is also very well placed for access to Edgware’s good-quality bars and restaurants.
Currently available are apartments, with prices starting at £199,950 for one-bedrooms and £219,950 for two-bedrooms. Three-bedroom homes are priced from £290,000. For further information on the homes at Prince’s Square call 020 8732 2596.
A waterside location is very sought-after. And when the home itself is a luxurious penthouse, interest goes up even further. At the award-winning development The Island at Brentford Lock has unveiled its blockbuster three-bedroom duplex penthouse, which is priced from £529,950.
Situated in the Adams Quarter apartment block and blessed with superb waterside views, this penthouse is a star attraction. It can be accessed via both the lower and upper floors, providing flexibility in both everyday living and entertaining.
The lower floor comprises a spacious master bedroom suite with en suite shower featuring white sanitaryware by Villeroy and Boch, complemented by stylish chrome Hansgrohe fittings and a deluxe thermostatic shower with three-jet spray. The master bedroom suite also features fitted wardrobes, not to mention a private balcony from which to enjoy stunning waterside views. In addition, there are two further good-sized bedrooms both served by the main bathroom featuring a Kaldewi bath. To the end of the hallway on the lower floor is an impressive spiral staircase.
Entering the upper floor, either by the spiral staircase or by the American light oak veneered double doors, is an amazing experience. The sheer amount of light and airy living space that this penthouse apartment offers means this is the perfect place for entertaining. To one corner of this open-plan contemporary space is a state-of-the-art kitchen by Alno, complemented by granite worktops and integrated appliances. This kitchen has every conceivable convenience for today’s modern lifestyle, including a breakfast bar for the busy individual.
Leading off from the main living area via glazed double doors is a terrace, bringing the outside in. The penthouse is also equipped with luxurious under-floor heating, meaning no bulky radiators. Security systems are high-quality and include an entry phone with colour monitor.
The Island is a collaboration between Crest Nicholson and Charles Church, two of the UK’s most innovative builders. The development is completely surrounded by the River Brent and the Grand Union Canal and comprises 193 contemporary homes featuring: striking three- and four-bedroom Mill Houses; versatile four-bedroom River Houses with accommodation over four floors; and a range of one, two and three bedroom apartments, most with views overlooking the water. Specification is of the highest standard throughout the development.
For more information regarding the penthouse, or any of the other homes, call 0870 758 1010 or visit island-life.co.uk.
Howarth Homes offers its new ViewPoint development, situated just over half a mile from Pinner High Street. Buyers will be very interested in this scheme as newly built homes are something of a rarity in Pinner. ViewPoint offers 22 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments surrounded by landscaped gardens.
Pinner offers residents a picturesque location with its individual shops, quaint restaurants, timber-framed pubs, medical centre, Lawn Tennis Club and places of worship. Commuters love Pinner for its easy Metropolitan Line connection to central London.
It is not just the location that buyers will love either. Finished to a high standard, the apartments are equipped with all the latest appliances to ease the pressures of the busy urban lifestyle. Each kitchen is individually designed and fitted with a comprehensive range of storage units and integrated appliances, including a dishwasher and fridge/freezer.
Providing comfortable contemporary accommodation, the development offers a stunning selection of homes with differing layouts and sizes. Each apartment benefits from a fluid open-plan kitchen/lounge/dining room to create a light and spacious living area. The master bedrooms also enjoy built-in wardrobes for added convenience and en-suite facilities, while all bathrooms feature high quality classic white suites. Plus, many of the properties boast a balcony to the lounge or master bedroom and all benefit from secure allocated parking.
These impressive apartments are priced from £249,950 and a show home is open to view Thursday to Monday. For further information on ViewPoint contact Preston Bennett New Homes on 020 8954 8626 or visit prestonbennett.co.uk.
Mode in Isleworth offers a range of two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom houses with the great combination of high style and convenient location.
The nearby M4 and A4 offer easy access to Heathrow, ideal for those who travel abroad often. This means Mode is fantastic for the lock-up-and-leave lifestyle. Proximity to local amenities, as well as to the rail and tube network, make the scheme ideal for investors, professionals and families alike.
The show apartment demonstrates the high specification to be found. The designer kitchen has integrated stainless steel De Dietrich appliances. Both kitchens and bathrooms benefit from a choice of contemporary wall and floor tiles.
The apartments at Mode are priced from £289,950, and there are currently some very attractive incentives on offer. For more information call 020 8847 1297.
Buyers at another Linden Homes development, Village Central in Shepperton, are finding good off-plan deals on apartments in a very desirable area. The 24 one- and two-bedroom apartments in the heart of Shepperton village are attracting both investors and owner-occupiers.
With off-plan reservations now being taken, customers can choose the plot they want – perhaps with the best views, facing south or furthest from a road. And buying off-plan also means they can select their preferred fixtures and fittings as well as upgrades on specification.
Village Central’s location is a big selling point. The station is just moments away, making a commute into central London very simple indeed. For drivers, Shepperton is only a short distance from the M25, M3 and M4. The high-quality shopping, restaurants and bars of the high street are also right on the doorstep.
For further information on Village Central phone 01883 334400 or visit lindenhomes.co.uk.
Barratt Homes offers a number of excellent developments in the Harrow area. Harrow is well known for its leafy surroundings, good shopping and very convenient transport connections into London.
Only a few two-bedroom apartments remain at Byron Court, a development that offers
a contemporary new lifestyle. Buyers will find fitted kitchens with integrated stainless steel oven, hob and extractor chimney, as well as master bedrooms with en suite bathroom, lounges with digital TV connections, video/audio entry systems as standard and allocated parking for each home.
Buyers are encouraged to hurry. Prices for these last opportunities range from £235,000 to £255,000. Call 020 8863 5612.
Barratt is seeing great sales success with The Grange, a striking development set in mature landscaped gardens in Roxeth Hill. The scheme includes both houses and apartments, although only apartments remain.
The selection of refurbished one- and two-bedroom apartments in the former hospital building offer specification which includes well designed fully fitted kitchens with granite worktops. The development has private underground parking.
The Grange is ideal for transport. From South Harrow station on the Piccadilly Line, trains run to Leicester Square in around 46 minutes, while from North Park station trains to London Marylebone take around 21 minutes. For drivers, the A40/M40 is also easily accessible.
Prices for one-bedroom apartments start at £238,500, while two-bedrooms range from £346,000 to £414,000. Call 020 8423 8047 to find out more about the remaining apartments at The Grange.
A third Harrow area development by Barratt is forthcoming. The Arc is nearing launch time, and eager buyers are already registering their interest. Located in South Harrow, The Arc will provide a range of one- and two-bedroom apartments with spacious modern interiors.
To register your interest, and receive priority information regarding the upcoming launch, call central sales on 01923 297311 or visit barratthomes.co.uk.
Barratt Homes offers several excellent buy-to-let incentive on its properties in the Harrow area. At Byron Court, the developer offers six per cent gross rental guaranteed for two years, for added peace of mind to would-be investors. The latest availability includes two-bedroom apartments at prices ranging from £235,000 to £255,000.
Byron Court boasts superb transport links to central London and beyond. The A40, which runs via the Westway into the West End, is only a few miles away and connects with the M25 at Junction 16. From here, Heathrow Airport is easily accessible. Harrow and Wealdstone provides both mainline and tube services. Overground trains run to London Euston in just 15 minutes, while the Bakerloo Line runs to Piccadilly Circus in 41 minutes.
Harrow is a much-loved residential spot, with excellent shopping, including big retail names and high street shops, as well as good cafés, pubs and restaurants. Leisure and sport are also very well catered for in the local area. For natural beauty, Harrow Weald Common and Herriott’s Wood with its deer park are all nearby.
Find out more about both Byron Court and the rental guarantee deal by calling 020 8863 5612.
All offers on these Barratt Homes schemes are available on selected properties for a limited period only and cannot be combined with any other offers. Strict Barratt terms and conditions apply; please call the sales office for details.
A similar incentive scheme applies at The Grange in Roxeth Hill, where prices for the one- and two-bedroom apartments range from £264,500 to £464,500. This exclusive collection of homes is set in mature landscaped gardens. There will be a variety of designs, including conversions of the existing hospital buildings into stunning apartments, as well as three- and four-bedroom town houses – all set behind a gated entrance with uniformed concierge.
The specification includes contemporary fitted kitchens with stainless steel ovens, hob, chimneys and granite worktops to stylish living rooms. There are also stunning bathrooms and en suites with fitted vanity units and heated towel rails to master bedroom suites, some of which also boast a dressing room. All of the homes are pre-wired for satellite TV.
For getting about, The Grange is ideal. From South Harrow station on the Piccadilly Line, trains run to Leicester Square in around 46 minutes, while from North Park railway station trains to London Marylebone take around 21 minutes. The A40/M40 is also accessible for the motorway network.
Call 020 8423 8047 to find out more about the homes at The Grange.
And in South Harrow, Barratt is selling The Arc, a collection of contemporary one- and two-bedroom apartments and penthouses, uniquely designed for this location and only 15 minutes by train from central London. They will feature a modern, spacious interior with a quality specification.
Register now to receive priority information on the forthcoming launch. Call Barratt Homes on 01923 297311.