KINGSOAK THAMES VALLEY ANNOUNCES NEW APARTMENT SCHEME IN HIGH WYCOMBE Good news for homebuyers in the High Wycombe area - leading housebuilder, KingsOak Thames Valley is soon to launch a brand new scheme of apartments. Riverlock, on Pinions Road comprises two blocks of two-bedroom apartments, with a high specification and contemporary, open-plan interior layouts.
This new development falls within High Wycombe’s new ‘Tranquil’ project area where lower speed limits are in force. To encourage access to the Chilterns without attracting more traffic, in June, the local authority’s transport department launched a ‘Cycle, Ride and Walk’ promotion during Bike Week
With an anticipated appeal to investor and professional buyers, the new scheme is within easy reach of the town centre of High Wycombe and its amenities and it is conveniently close to the A40 and M40 which connect with Central London and Heathrow Airport, making it perfect for commuters. The rail connection from High Wycombe to London Marylebone takes an average 30 minutes.
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The stunning ‘Warrington’ showhome at George Wimpey South Midlands’ Shrove Meadows development in Olney, Buckinghamshire, is cooking up a storm with prospective purchasers.
The super-size kitchen is creating a real stir with househunters looking for luxury living.
The ‘Warrington’ is characterised by the extensive combined kitchen/dining area, large lounge with French doors to the rear garden, and a separate dining room. An entrance hallway and a guest cloakroom can also be found on the ground floor.
Upstairs, the master bedroom boasts a Juliet balcony overlooking the rear garden and en-suite facilities. There are four further bedrooms - one with an en-suite shower room - the family bathroom with separate shower tray, and an airing cupboard.
The five-bedroom ‘York’ showhome has also just been unveiled at this sought-after development.
Both properties have been beautifully decorated and superbly styled by George Wimpey’s team of professional interior designers and feature predominantly neutral colourways with accents of grey, purple and black used to dramatic effect in the ‘Warrington’ and shades of brown and black creating a contemporary feel in the ‘York’.
In common with all new homes at Shrove Meadows the showhomes enjoy a high standard specification including gas central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with built-in oven, hob and hood.
New homes currently available at the development - named in recognition of Olney’s world famous annual Pancake Race - comprise the four-bedroom ‘Harcourt’ starting from £359,995 and five-bedroom ‘Warrington’ and ‘York’ available from £465,000.
George Wimpey enjoys an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction, having recently received a four star rating in an independent survey by the Home Builders Federation and the National House Building Council.
And construction of properties at Shrove Meadows is being overseen by award winning site manager Rodney Lewis, so homebuyers can rest assured of the highest-quality finish to their new home.
The housebuilder’s easymover programme provides a range of special incentives on selected properties including support for first time buyers, while customers with a house to sell can reserve their new home and then sit back and relax while George Wimpey finds a buyer for their current property and contributes to the estate agents' fees.
Alternatively, customers can take advantage of the developer’s House 2 Home bespoke moving package comprising free UK removal regardless of distance or size of property, full packing and unpacking service and insurance cover.
Incentives can be tailored to homebuyers’ circumstances and are subject to availability. Further details are available from the Sales Executive.
Olney is home to a wide choice of specialist independent shops as well as those catering for everyday essentials, in addition to a Post Office and banks, a selection of bars and restaurants, a community centre, a library and a museum.
The town is well-served by health facilities and schools for younger children. A secondary school is set to open later this year, and in the meantime children attend the secondary school in nearby Newport Pagnell, where a selection of high street stores and supermarkets can also be found.
For commuters, the development is a short drive to the M1 and within easy reach of Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton and Wellingborough, where the rail stations operate regular direct services to London.
Further information is available by visiting the Sales Centre, located on Aspreys in Olney, and open every day from 11am to 5pm. The Sales Executive can be contacted on 01234 714158.
Alternatively, information on George Wimpey developments across the region is available by calling 01908 544800, or by visiting the web site at www.georgewimpey.co.uk
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High Wycombe, one of the largest towns in Buckinghamshire, is situated roughly midway between London and Oxford. Leisure facilities in the area include the sports centre at Handy Cross, the six-screen UCI cinema, nightclubs and a wide range of highly regarded restaurants. As a base for many large companies, High Wycombe is a thriving commercial hub and a convenient base with easy access to the northern Home Counties, the Cotswolds, the Midlands and London.
Prices a one bedroom apartment starts from £189,995. For further information and to register interest, please telephone 01628 629111 or kingsoakhomes.co.uk.
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Careys New Homes, part of Carey Group PLC, are pleased to announce their continued expansion with the purchase of ten acres of prime residential land to the north of Aylesbury forming part of the Weedon Hill Major Development Area, having the benefit of outline planning permission for approximately 220 dwellings. The land was acquired from Taylor Woodrow.
The overall development, within an attractive rural setting, will provide excellent amenities to include: a new park adjacent to the River Thame, a combined school, a neighbourhood centre, recreation/sport facilities and improved public transport to the town centre.
Careys New Homes, will provide their usual high standard of development with a broad range of dwelling sizes from one bedroom flats up to large four bedroom family houses.
This project follows on from the comprehensive development at Hampden Hall, also in Aylesbury where sales are progressing well.
Careys have been steadily building a reputation in the housing market of delivering high quality homes. Other developments under construction include projects at Perivale, (West London), Swindon and Milton Keynes. Please see our website: www.careysnewhomes.co.uk for more details.
For further information contact Nicholas Rivlin on 020 8900 0221.
The three-storey town house, once the Georgians' answer to urban living, has come full circle with its original principles providing a blueprint for solving some of today's housing issues.
During the Georgian and Victorian times almost every metropolitan centre had its own splendid examples of three-storey living, and today the three-storey Idaho model at Bellway’s Broughton MK housing development in Milton Keynes beautifully captures the elegance and flexibility of these homes.
The Broughton MK development is situated off H7 Chaffron Way. Ideally located close to schools, shops, a medical centre, children’s play area and community centre, it is also encircled by the Redway network of pedestrian and cycle paths which allows residents to walk or cycle safely to the centre of Milton Keynes and all other amenities.
Four-bedroom Idaho townhouses are priced from £294,950 and offer 1436 square foot of space, two en-suite bathrooms, garage and two parking spaces. The ground floor features a living/dining room with patio doors opening to the garden, a WC, studio room with patio doors, kitchen and utility room. Two bedrooms, one en-suite, and a bathroom occupy the first floor whilst the top floor features a master bedroom with en-suite facilities and a fourth bedroom.
According to Bellway Northern Home Counties Sales Director Chris Edginton, the townhouse presents the perfect solution to the complex needs of today's purchasers' requirement for flexibility since it lends itself to zonal living and maximises each floor's potential.
“Whether it's 'boomerang kids' returning from university, accommodating elderly dependents, or the growing number of those working from home, distinct living zones have increasing appeal to homebuyers.
"What's more, the townhouse answers Government demands for higher density living since it takes up less land, but offers much more space than an equivalent two-storey house.
"It's more environmentally friendly too since there are less exposed surfaces from which to lose heat.
He continued: "For many, part of the attraction of living in a townhouse is the ability to create varying zones, which can be emphasised by the choice of décor. They offer all the convenience of modern living and are perfect for families, as they allow owners to tailor the layout to suit their lifestyle and needs.
“The flexibility to convert the ground floor studio room and any spare bedrooms into a study, a gym area or a TV den for children means that these homes lend themselves to a myriad of different options for living.”
The sales centre at MK Broughton is open 7 days a week, from 10am to 5pm. Telephone 01908 395463 for further information or visit www.bellway.co.uk.
Blenheim Lodge, AmershamBlenheim Lodge is a select development of one and two-bedroom apartments. The prestigious development of retirement apartments is ideally situated on one of the main roads on the edge of the town centre. Known as ‘The Gateway to the Chilterns’, Amersham is an attractive and affluent town located less than 30 miles North West of London in the county of Buckinghamshire.
Consisting of two main areas, Old Amersham and Amersham-on-the-Hill, this town offers excellent transport connections to London by road, train and underground.
Amersham-on-the-Hill features a good range of high street shops together with a selection of traditional, independent stores, while also featuring The Charter Market once a week. Old Amersham High Street offers small, but comprehensive selection of shops and a variety of stalls regularly trade under the Old Town’s Market Hall (which also features a varied programme of exhibitions and events including the August Arts Festival). Amersham is enjoying a growing reputation as the place to go for fine food, and those who take pleasure eating out will enjoy the selection of pubs and restaurants situated throughout the town.
Comprehensive sports amenities are available in the town’s Leisure Centre at Amersham-on-the-Hill. The complex includes a swimming pool, bowls and tennis facilities, while Hervines Park is home to a six-rink bowling green. For those in search of more leisurely pursuits, an 18-hole gold course is available at Harewood Downs Gold Club, or 9-hole course at nearby Little Chalfont.
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Local developer Banner Homes announces new schemes for all age groups
Award winning High Wycombe-based Banner Homes has announced the launch of three exciting new developments in the Buckinghamshire area, all of which are now for sale from plan.
In High Wycombe itself, on West Wycombe Road, Banner is building Copperfields, a development of 45 houses and apartments with two to four bedrooms, town centre amenities close by and easy access to open countryside. The development is likely to suit young professionals, young families or those downsizing, and a show home will be available to view this August.
A new town centre development in Beaconsfield, is Halstead Court, a development of 12 apartments and – unusually – two bungalows with one and two bedrooms located on Warwick Road. This development is built exclusively for the over 55’s and is located with all amenities close by. A show home is planned at this development for November.
Meanwhile in desirable Chesham Bois, Banner is building Beechwood, a scheme of nine detached houses with 5 bedrooms set in mature plots in a sought-after traffic free location. The properties will be perfect for young families, or perhaps those trading down, and they are well placed for all the amenities of Amersham. A show home is scheduled for December.
Nathan Relton, sales manager at Banner Homes says; “We are excited to be building these homes in such fantastic locations, close to shops and amenities, and because of their positions we are expecting interest to be strong. Banner Homes are famed for their commitment to quality and attention to detail, so the show homes will be well worth a look.”
Anticipated selling prices have yet to be announced. For further information please
call 01628 536200 or visit the Banner Homes web site at www.bannerhomes.co.uk.
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New Development Meets Beaconsfield’s Housing NeedsDate of issue: 28th June 2006
There is currently a shortage of ‘mid-range’ property for sale in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. The market predominantly consists of new apartments or very large, detached houses worth over £1million, leaving little choice for young professionals taking their next step on the property ladder, or downsizers who don’t want to move to an apartment. The Beeches, an Antler Homes development of 13 semi-detached and terraced three and four bedroom homes in Beaconsfield, is the only new development in the area to offer mid-range homes.
John Taylor, Sales and Marketing Director of Antler Homes Southern, comments: “There is a shortage of three and four bedroom homes in Beaconsfield, yet there is clearly a demand for this type of property. Beaconsfield is a charming market town, attractive to all ages with its proximity to the countryside, excellent schools and fantastic commuter links. We’ve already sold six homes off-plan to a broad mixture of people; young professionals, families and a couple in their 70’s. The mix of two and three story, three and four bedroom-homes, as well a range of interior layouts, means that The Beeches offers something to suit every taste.”
Set within a private, gated cul-de-sac, properties at The Beeches are elegantly finished, some in traditional red brick and some with cream rendering. Front gardens and pathways are neatly landscaped to give the development an established feel. All homes have good-sized gardens and either an integral garage or parking space.
Inside, every home incorporates a large, open plan kitchen and adjoining family room with French doors that open out onto the garden. Kitchens include granite worktops, a stainless steel oven and hob, as well as an integrated fridge freezer and a dishwasher.
Floor layouts have various combinations of living accommodation depending on individual properties.
An exiting feature in every home is the provision of an advanced cabling infrastructure which allows buyers to establish their own computer and television arrangements, as well the option for home theatre systems and multi room music.
Located at Junction two of the M40, The Beeches is on the outskirts of Beaconsfield town centre, within easy commuting distance of London, Oxford and Birmingham. There are excellent transport links to London Marylebone from Beaconsfield station (35 minutes approx.), plus rapid motorway access to the M25, Heathrow and Gatwick Airports.
Prices at The Beeches start from £465,000 for a three bedroom semi-detached home. The new show home is open daily from 10am to 5pm. For further information, contact Antler Homes on: 01494 681 485 or visit the website: www.antlerhomes.co.uk