New Homes - Buckinghamshire

Buckinghamshire is the home-hunter’s dream, with great scenery, good commuting and fabulous homes. Johnny Turner has a look around the new homes market.

Think of the ideal place to live and you may see images of leafy lanes, friendly neighbours, convenient and high-quality nearby shops, easy travelling. Comfort, ease, an escape from the daily hassles – these are the attributes that many of us seek in a home. Buckinghamshire, with its rolling hills, genteel suburban air and easy transport links, fits the bill on several levels. And there is a wide range of newly built homes currently available in this most desirable county.

Charles Church has only a few homes remaining at Westcroft Park, a superb development of three-, four- and five-bedroom homes on Frampton Grove in Milton Keynes.
Properties still remaining include: the Amersham, a four-bedroom house with a car port; four-bedroom Chesham and Risborough designs; the Wendover, which has four bedrooms and a double garage; and the Marlow, a five-bedroom home with detached home with detached garage.
Prices for the remaining houses range from £262,995 to £374,995.The show home is open daily from 10am to 5pm. Call 01908 867820 for more information.

KingsOak Homes has a high profile in the county of Buckinghamshire, having provided high-quality new homes in all corners, from thriving market town locations to out-of-the-way village. An upcoming development in High Wycombe looks very promising indeed. Riverlock will provide one- and two-bedroom apartments in Pinnions Way, near the town centre. The launch is imminent; call 01628 629111 for an invitation.

Also from KingsOak is a project that is set to revitalise the popular Tylers Green area with a good selection of homes on the site of a former home for the elderly at Penn. Ashwell Gardens will feature a choice of six particularly large refurbished apartments, complemented by two three-bedroom newly build semi-detached homes and 16 two-bedroom apartments.
As a listed building, the former nursing home will be sympathe
tically restored by KingsOak using its expertise in the area of brownfield regeneration and listed building refurbishment.
Penn is an exclusive location near Beaconsfield and Amersham in the beautiful Chiltern Hills. Popular with commuters for its easy road and rail links to central London, this is a delightful village location with a wealth of history. Call 01494 818909 to find out more.

With leafy trees adorning many of the roads and quaint character cottages, Stokenchurch is a hidden gem in Buckinghamshire. The area is increasingly sought-after by both commuters and families looking for the best of town and country living.
Here Linden Homes offers Fernleigh, an exclusive collection of homes consisting of two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom mews homes. The village is situated conveniently for road travel with the M40 just minutes away, giving access to nearby High Wycombe and further afield to Oxford and London.

Saunderton train station is just three miles away, providing frequent trains into London Marylebone with a journey time of approximately 45 minutes.
Helen Todd, sales and marketing director of Linden Homes Chiltern, says, ‘Fernleigh is perfect for families who want to enjoy village life, especially with the large village green in the heart of Stokenchurch. It will also appeal to commuters who don’t want to be in the centre of a large town but do still need great travel links to get them to major centres.’
The homes at Fernleigh have been crafted to enjoy a superb specification. This includes fully fitted designer kitchens with include integrated stainless steel appliances. The bathrooms include pristine white sanitaryware with chrome finishes and contemporary chrome thermostatic showers.
Prices for the apartments at Fernleigh start at just £189,950. Prices for the three-bedroom homes start from just £299,950. And for a limited time only purchasers can take advantage of the part-exchange scheme on the three-bedroom homes for a hassle-free move. For further information call the sales and marketing suite on 01494 484801.

Also from Linden Homes is Cranwells Meadow in Farnham Common, which is ideal for buyers who are style savvy and looking for the perfect balance of town and country living.
The development comprises a mixture of apartments and family homes in a beautiful semi-rural area. The two-bedroom apartments and three- and four-bedroom houses are in keeping with the local area and boast high specifications, including fully fitted designer kitchens and integrated appliances, granite worktops and ceramic underfloor heating to the bathrooms. Also, you can specify a host of other extras, subject to build stage, allowing you to tailor your new home to your requirements.
Cranwells Meadow is within easy reach of local amenities, as well as larger towns of Beaconsfield, High Wycombe and Gerrards Cross. Families are well catered for with a selection of local schools, including nearby Farnham Common junior school. For commuters the village is conveniently situated for the M40 motorway, giving access to the M25. Burnham railway station is approximately three miles away, with services to London Paddington in approximately 35 to 40 minutes.
For further information regarding Cranwells Meadow call Linden Homes on 01895 827447.

The first new homes have been released for sale at Shrove Meadows, George Wimpey South Midlands’ brand new development in the historic town of Olney.
George Wimpey South Midlands is offering house-hunters the opportunity to live mortgage-free until 2007 when they buy the brand new Avon design at its Melford Park development in the picturesque village of Stone.

Customers reserving the stylish five-bedroom Avon home (plot 18) before the end of this month will have their mortgage repayments paid by the developer until 1 January 2007.
This luxurious property features a thoughtfully designed combined kitchen/breakfast area with an adjoining utility area, large lounge, separate dining room and family room. A guest cloakroom, an entrance hallway and generous storage cupboard can also be found on the ground floor.
Upstairs, the master bedroom benefits from an adjoining dressing room and en suite facilities. There are four further bedrooms, two of which share an en suite shower room, as well as a family bathroom and airing cupboard.

The Avon is on the market at £474,995 and comes with a range of valuable additional extras, including carpets and Amtico flooring throughout. The fitted kitchen features a built-in stainless steel double oven, hob and hood, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. In common with all new homes at Melford Park, the Avon also features gas central heating and double glazing.
Other new homes currently available at the development include two-bedroom designs priced from £198,995, four-bedroom homes from £341,995 and five-bedroom properties starting at £379,995.
Melford Park is set in an idyllic location on the edge of the attractive village of Stone, enjoying breathtaking views of the nearby Chiltern Hills. The village offers an array of everyday facilities including two traditional inns, a sports and social club, a primary school and large public park with children’s play area. A mini-supermarket and post office are located just over half a mile away.
Further information is available by visiting the sales centre, located on St John’s Drive in Stone and open daily, or by calling the sales executive on 01296 749904.

Also from George Wimpey, Shrove Meadows is set just a mile from the centre of the traditional market town and comprises 48 superbly designed properties, ranging from stylish two-bedroom apartments to sophisticated three-, four- and five-bedroom homes.
Designs now available include: the four-bedroom Gower, Harcourt and Stafford homes, which are priced from £271,995; the five-bedroom Warrington house type from £475,995; and the three-storey, five-bedroom York design, available from £449,995.

Olney has a fascinating history, and maintains its individual character while offering a range of convenient modern facilities. The town offers a wide selection of amenities including a selection of both specialist independent shops and well-known high street stores, a post office, banks, fashionable bars, traditional village inns, restaurants, a community centre, a library, health facilities and schools for younger children.

The glorious Buckinghamshire countryside is close by. The 70-acre Emberton Country Park is just one mile away – ideal for outdoor pursuits. The development is less than ten miles from the M1, and just 12 miles from the rail stations at Milton Keynes, Bedford, Northampton and Wellingborough, where there are regular direct services to London.
George Wimpey’s easymover programme offers a range of special incentives on selected properties to make it simple for purchasers to move to the home of their dreams at Shrove Meadows. Call the sales executive on 07785 363297 for further information on both the homes and the incentive packages.
Willow Court in sought-after Gerrards Cross is an exclusive collection of four three-bedroom apartments and one two-bedroom penthouse which are currently for sale off. The stunning show home is set to open this month.

Built to exceptionally high standard, with spacious living areas, beautifully designed interiors and a lift servicing the upper floors, Willow Court is ideal for downsizers. Those looking for greater financial freedom can escape the demands of a larger house without compromising on space, comfort or quality. Residents of this highly desirable area can enjoy the combination of a semi-rural location, local leisure pursuits and excellent travel connections.
The apartments at Willow Court feature spacious lounges, large kitchens and beautiful designed interiors. The kitchens are superbly designed with black granite work surfaces, under-unit lighting and downlighters, as well as stainless steel and integrated appliances.
Bedrooms come complete with sizeable fitted wardrobes, while bathrooms are fitted with stylish white sanitaryware, heated towel rails, chrome-effect fixtures and recessed down lights. There are vehicular and pedestrian gates with a telephone entry system and 24-hour access code and remote opening. Willow Court will also be carefully landscaped.
Prices start at £525,000. For further information contact the sales office, open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm, on 01628 536229.

Last week Miller Homes launched two newly finished house types at Oakhill View in West Milton Keynes. The Arundel town house has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a garage at a price that will come as a pleasant surprise – only £214,950.

The Chantrey is a larger town house design with lots of family accommodation. On the ground floor is a utility room, kitchen/breakfast room and separate dining room. The first floor has a living room, family room and study/fourth bedroom, while the top floor feature three bedrooms (one with en suite) and a family bathroom. All this at prices from £279,950.
For further information on Oakhill View call the sales centre, open daily, on 0845 676 0166.

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, Amersham

Blenheim 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 Needs

Date 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

Buckinghamshire’s bustling towns and charming hamlets are a favourite for home buyers. Johnny Turner sees what’s currently available.

With its rolling hills, cosy villages, well-connected commuter towns and its friendly pace, Buckinghamshire has lured a variety of buyer types from London and beyond. New developments offer a range of homes, from starter apartments to large family homes.
Starting in Milton Keynes, Bellway Homes offers a scheme that is ideal for water sports enthusiasts – or for anyone who appreciates the beauty of a canalside location. Broughton MK, situated just off Chaffron Way, is a collection of 234 new homes, including one- and two-bedroom apartments and three-, four- and five-bedroom houses.

With Willen Lake only a three-minute car drive or ten-minute bicycle ride away, water sports-loving residents at Broughton MK will be able to indulge in windsurfing, sailing and water skiing. A tributary of the Grand Union Canal runs by the scheme and Milton Keynes village, with its 12th-century All Saints Church, is only a few minutes away.

The Redway, a network of pedestrian and cycle paths, encircles the development, allowing residents to walk or cycle safely to Willen Lake or the centre of Milton Keynes. To meet the need for cycle storage, garages have been extended to include bicycle racks, while apartment buildings will have cycle areas. Local schools are plentiful and the Kingston Centre is accessible for its Tesco hypermarket, Marks & Spencer, restaurants and leisure facilities.
For rail commuters, regular trains run from Milton Keynes station to London Euston in around 50 minutes. Motorists can reach links to the M1 and A5 within minutes.

Broughton MK is still in the construction stage, and buyers can currently choose from a range of incentives, including five per cent deposit paid, cashback, or stamp duty and legal fees paid. Conditions apply. Call the marketing suite, open daily from 10am to 5pm and until 8pm on Thursday, on 01908 395463.

Also in Milton Keynes, Miller Homes offers Oakhill View, which has a range of homes that will appeal to a variety of buyers, from first-timers to large families. An example is The Chantrey, a three-story town house with four bedrooms, priced from £274,950. It has a large kitchen and breakfast room, separate dining room, living room and separate family room, as well as a utility room. This home is ideal for the growing family in need of increased space. With the Chantrey, too, Miller is offering its very popular part-exchange scheme to qualifying buyers, making it easy to trade up to a new home with lots more room. With this scheme, Miller buys your old home, giving you a guaranteed buyer at a guaranteed price and no estate agents’ fees to pay on completion.

For those in search of lateral living you want, Miller also has a range of two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments at Oakhill View, built to a similar high level of specification as the rest of the development and priced from £164,950. These homes are ideal for first-time buyers – and to give them a money-saving start on the property ladder Miller will also pay the five per cent deposit. These offers are subject to terms and conditions.
Apartments are planned to suit informal, modern lifestyles, with a well-equipped kitchen opening into a dining area and living room. The master bedroom has an en suite shower room as well as fitted wardrobes. Like all the homes at Oakhill View, they have Roca bathrooms, and kitchens with AEG appliances, and are carpeted throughout.
The sales centre at Oakhill View is off Tattenhoe Street to the west of the city and open daily from 10am to 5pm. Call 0845 676 0166.

Redrow’s sought-after development The Cedars, located in Hazlemere near High Wycombe, is finding favour with a range of buyers, including empty-nesters.
Just a short distance from High Wycombe town centre, Redrow is creating a stunning range of one- and two-bedroom apartments – perfect bases from which to enjoy new-found freedom.
Paul Moran, sales director for Redrow Homes (Southern) said: ‘Many people who have purchased a property at The Cedars are older buyers, looking for a home that fits in with their busy lifestyle. They no longer need lots of bedrooms but instead want a low-maintenance home, without compromising on style or quality.’
The Cedars is ideally situated in an established residential area, which provides its residents with all the necessary amenities such as shops, pubs and restaurants, making it ideal for downsizers. With High Wycombe surrounded by beautiful countryside and areas of outstanding natural beauty, The Cedars is also perfect for quiet country walks or bike rides, while London is also within easy commuting distance.

The homes at the Cedars score well on both the security side and with regard to energy efficiency. Each apartment comes with a single parking space included in the price. Prices for a one-bedroom apartment start at £193,950, while two-bedroom apartments are priced from £212,950. Cal the sales consultant on 01494 718347.

In Burnham town centre, another good bet for downsizers is Penn House, a modern development of stylish one- and two-bedroom apartments designed by Bryant Homes exclusively for over-55s. All homes are carpeted and have a fully fitted kitchen with high-quality appliances including oven, microwave, and washer/dryer. Many apartments benefit from an en suite bathroom and some have balconies.

The residents' communal lounge offers a fantastic place in which to relax and entertain friends and family, and the professionally maintained landscaped garden allows residents to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine without the worry of its upkeep. A video entry system offers discreet additional security and a concierge service is also available to welcome guests and deal with residents’ queries. Over half of the apartments have now been sold.
The development offers good access to the M40, M25 and M4, while nearby Beaconsfield train station provides direct train services to London Marylebone.
Prices for a one-bedroom apartment start at £204,950. Call 01628 663958.

At Linden Homes’ Cranwells Meadow development in Farnham Common, 14 homes have already been sold off-plan. With the newly completed show home ready for viewing, the remaining properties should sell just as quickly.
The Cranwells Meadow development benefits from a sought-after village location and is within easy reach of the village centre for local amenities. For commuters, the development has easy access to the A355 and the M4 and M40 motorways.

Helen Todd, sales and marketing director of Linden Homes Chiltern, says, ‘It really is a superb village location, which is why we have had such a fantastic response with homes being reserved even prior to the official launch. Customers are recognising that superior homes in such a sought-after and established residential location are not going to take long to sell and are taking advantage of buying off-plan in order to personalise their new home. The newly opened show home demonstrates the kind of lifestyle available.’
The homes have designer fitted kitchens with natural granite worktops and fully integrated stainless steel appliances by De Dietrich. A choice of floor and wall tiles are also available in the bathrooms, where purchasers will find luxury pristine white sanitaryware and underfloor heating.
Prices for the two-bedroom apartments start at £299,950 while houses are priced from £550,000. Call the sales and marketing suite, open daily from 10am to 5pm, on 01753 646192. Visit lindenhomes.co.uk.

Ashwell Gardens, the KingsOak Thames Valley development in Penn village, is cruising nearing sell-out. Only one two-bedroom apartment remains in the new Alnwick House building, priced at £304,995, while two apartments are left in the refurbished Grade II listed manor house – a one-bedroom at £234,995 and a two-bedroom apartment with a study, available at £404,995. There are also two semi-detached homes remaining, each offering just under 2,000 sq ft of space and priced at £550,995. KingsOak is extending its part-exchange facility on the semi-detached homes and will pay full market value for your present home, subject to certain conditions.

The delightful village is popular with London commuters for its easy access by road and rail. Beaconsfield is the nearest mainline station, while there is also a London Underground link at Amersham. For motorists, Junction 3 of the M40 is nearby at Loudwater. High Wycombe is also just three miles away. For more information please telephone the sales office on 01494 818909.
Work has begun at George Wimpey South Midlands’ brand new lakeside development in the attractive town of Woburn Sands on the border of Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Ideally situated just a mile from the centre of the beautiful Woburn Sands, Parklands will feature a range of two-bedroom apartments and three-, four- and five-bedroom homes.
These new high-quality homes will benefit from a high standard of specification, including gas central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with built-in oven, hob and hood. The development has already attracted a high level of interest from house hunters who have been excited by the prospect of moving to this exciting location in one of the most desirable parts of the county.

Jason Colmer, Sales & Marketing Director for George Wimpey South Midlands, says, ‘Parklands is set to become the flagship development for the region, with a wide range of homes to suit every need, striking architectural features and a stunning setting with an established lake at its heart.’ Buyer interest was obvious, he says, from months before the first of the homes were released for sale. George Wimpey’s easymover programme will offer a range of special incentives on selected properties, including support for first- time buyers as well as those with a house to sell.
Woburn Sands enjoys a unique charm and character and offers a wide variety of everyday amenities, including a large selection of shops, a Post Office, banks, restaurants and traditional village inns. The village also features a medical centre, a dentists’ surgery, a primary and middle school, and a recreation ground.

Woburn Sands is surrounded by attractive woodland and countryside, providing the perfect retreat for those who enjoy the great outdoors, while the fast growing city of Milton Keynes is only six miles away with its wide choice of shopping and leisure facilities. Rail commuters will find the town’s rail station a short walk away, offering regular services to London and the North, while drivers will find the M1 and A5 within easy reach.

The sales centre at Parklands is due to open in the near future. In the meantime, further information on this and other George Wimpey developments is available on 01908 544800.
Banners Homes is selling Willow Court in Gerrards Cross, an exclusive collection of four three-bedroom apartments and one two-bedroom penthouse. All of the apartments are built to the highest standards, with spacious living areas, beautifully designed interiors, spacious fitted wardrobes and a lift servicing the upper floors. Ground floor apartments have their own private gardens, while those on the upper levels benefit from landscaped communal gardens, maintained by Banner Homes.

The apartments contain kitchens with black granite work surfaces, under-unit lighting and downlighters and stainless steel integrated appliances. Bedrooms have sizeable fitted wardrobes and bathrooms feature stylish white sanitaryware, heated towel rails, chrome-effect fixtures and recessed down lights. The development has vehicular and pedestrian gates with a telephone entry system, 24-hour access code and remote opening.
Gerrards Cross offers wonderful shopping, leisure and entertainment options. There is a nearby supermarket, as well as a continental food hall, a variety of quality boutiques and other retail shops, not to mention plenty of restaurants and country inns. The town has its own cinema and library, and there are a number of fitness centres and tennis and golf clubs in the surrounding area.

The mainline station runs regular services into London Marylebone in around 30 minutes. The M25, M40 and M4 motorways are also easily accessible. Heathrow airport is approximately 15 miles away, Gatwick approximately 44 miles and Luton approximately 33 miles.
Prices at Willlow Court range from £525,000 to £575,000. For further information contact the sales advisers on 01753 890907.

Also from Banner, the exclusive new Gardener Walk development in Holmer Green has recently been launched. Located in the heart of the Chilterns, Gardener Walk offers the very latest in contemporary living. New homes in such a private location are rare, so prospective buyers are advised to act quickly.

Gardener Walk comprises a collection of just 13 carefully designed two- and four-bedroom homes. Benefiting from rolling chalk hills, lush beech woods and quiet valleys, this is the prefect location for those wishing to take advantage of outdoor life.
The houses at Gardener Walk feature spacious lounges, large kitchens and beautifully designed interiors. The four-bedroom homes feature kitchens with dark granite work surfaces, under-unit lighting and downlighters as well as stainless steel and integrated appliances. Bedrooms one and two have fitted wardrobes, and bathrooms are fitted with stylish white sanitaryware, heated towel rails, chrome fixtures and recessed downlights.

Holmer Green has a good range of shops to cater for everyday needs, while just a short distance away, Amersham, Chesham and Beaconsfield offer a wider range of shopping facilities.
Prices at Gardener Walk currently start at £485,000. Call the selling agents on 01494 715544.
Following on from the success of Bryant Homes' Fairford Leys development in the area, the developer unveils The Square at Grand Central, situated close to Aylesbury railway station. The development will have 90 one- and two bedroom apartments. The emphasis here is on quality and affordability, combined with proximity to local amenities and transport links.
All apartments come with a fully fitted kitchen including an integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Most apartments have an en suite bathroom and either a patio or balcony.

Bryant Homes' regional sales manager, Donna Beange, said: ‘We expect The Square at Grand Central to attract a great deal of attention from house hunters as Bryant is well known in the area. These apartments will be ideal for first-time buyers or young professionals, as they will be reasonably priced with a view to enabling people to make the first step onto the property ladder. We will also have a first-time buyer package in place to help make the step even easier.
Beange predicts the combination of convenient location and high spec will attract a great deal of buyer interest. ‘We are recommending that buyers register their interest sooner rather than later to make sure they are amongst the first to find out price and build information,’ she says.
For further information on the homes available at The Square at Grand Central call 01296 488111.

Buckinghamshire regularly tops surveys of the most desirable places to live in Britain and it’s easy to see why. Johnny Turner looks at currently available homes in this classy locale.

Buckinghamshire offers a mix of large county towns, new towns and established villages, which means it appeals to a broad range of buyers. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, downsizer, expanding family or investment buyer, the impressive array of new homes in Bucks will have something for you.
In Beaconsfield, an extremely sought-after market town, Banner Homes is selling Burlington Place, a family-friendly development of six substantial five-bedroom detached homes. And as similar homes in the area would be expected to go for well over £1 million, the selling prices in this scheme of between £765,000 and £965,000 are­ very unusual in this particularly affluent area.
The area is immensely popular due to a number of factors: excellent communication links, close proximity to London, a good stock of well-proportioned houses and excellent schools, both private and state.

Selling agent Jerry Ashington of Ashington Page says, ‘The majority of new homes developments in Beaconsfield over the last few years have been priced at well over £1 million. Banner Homes has taken the opportunity to build exclusive homes in an established location only a quarter of a mile from the station, which are all priced comfortably under this amount.’ This has resulted in a lot of interest, he says. ‘We have had numerous enquiries.’
The newly opened three-storey, six-bedroom Devonshire show home is drawing a range of interested house hunters. All of the homes are reached via a private driveway off Caledon Road, and each of the three designs offers generous, flexible family living space. All also have double garages and feature interesting design details such as Doric columns, stone cills, plinths and detailing. The designer kitchens feature the latest integrated appliances and there is CAT5 cabling and a telephone point in each of the rooms.

Burlington Place is perfectly placed for access to the excellent local schools and the centre of Beaconsfield is within walking distance. In the centre of town there are many specialist retailers, supermarkets and high street shops. Meanwhile, the Old Town, which is slightly further afield, grew in the 18th century and contains antique shops, boutiques, country pubs and plenty of good-quality restaurants.
Another huge draw to the area is the breathtaking countryside. Beaconsfield is an ideal destination for those who want the beauty of the country without leaving behind the convenience of a town location.
Get further details about Burlington Place by calling the sales office on 01494 730848. Visit bannerhomes.co.uk.

Also from Banner comes Clarence Court, an age-exclusive development of ten one- and two-bedroom apartments, five two- and three-bedroom cottages and an unusual two-bedroom bungalow. The location is a prime residential spot in the heart of the market town of Wendover.
Nestling among the Chiltern Hills in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Wendover is full of rustic charm and offers plenty to do. The area is very popular with walkers, cyclists and horse riders.
Clarence Court offers plenty of activities, ranging from the popular weekly market to tennis, cricket and bowls. Transport from the development is also convenient, with the train station only 200 yards away.
Piers Banfield, group sales and marketing director of Banner Homes, points out the appeal of Clarence Court: ‘The great thing about it is that home owners don’t have to compromise on space or comfort, yet they have the freedom to enjoy all the benefits that Wendover has to offer.’
Seven properties now remain at the development –­ three apartments and four cottages ­ at prices ranging from £315,000 to £350,000. For further information contact the sales advisor at Brown & Merry on 01296 624444 or visit the Banner Homes website at bannerhomes.co.uk.

Hampden Grove, Banner’s development in Gerrards Cross, is perfect for those who want to live outside the capital without compromising on style, finish and convenience. The development offers the latest in high-specification contemporary apartment living, with professionally designed kitchens that have built-in appliances and under-unit lighting. Bathrooms feature stylish white sanitary ware, recessed downlighters and heated towel rails, as well as ceramic floor tiling. In some properties wiring for multi-room hi-fi systems and CAT5e cabling is available.
The four 700 sq ft two-bedroom apartments in the scheme are perfect for commuters to the capital, as the development is close to a mainline station which offers regular services into London Marylebone with a journey time of approximately half an hour. There are also two supermarkets plus boutiques and high street banks and stores. And the M40 is easily accessible for routes to the M25 and further afield.
Two properties remain at Hampden Grove: the final apartment is priced at £329,950, and the detached house is on the market at £835,000. For more information contact selling agent Frost Partnership on 01753 890909.

Redrow Homes has secured planning permission to transform the site of The Cedars public house in Hazelmere, High Wycombe into a development of 20 two-bedroom and three one-bedroom apartments. Boasting a secure gated entrance, each apartment benefits from a parking space and either a balcony or terrace. The new development will also see an extension to the adjacent doctors’ surgery.
Paul Moran, sales director of Redrow Homes (Southern), said, ‘The Cedars is likely to prove particularly popular among purchasers who are seeking an easy-to-maintain home in a secure environment, within walking distance of a range of shops, including a supermarket.
‘It is also well suited to commuters, thanks to its excellent road and rail links. There is a bus stop over the road from the development and High Wycombe train station, approximately four miles away, offers a regular service to London Marylebone in around 45 minutes. Also, the M40, M4 and M25 are nearby.’
The homes are expected to be released for sale any day now. To register your interest contact 01256 366450.

Charles Church is selling a number of high-quality developments in Buckinghamshire, including Beechwood Gardens in the Deanshanger section of Milton Keynes. This attractive collection of 20 detached four- and five-bedroom executive homes, some of which are constructed in traditional stone, is expected to sell quickly.
For more information on Beechwood Gardens contact 01908 263104.
Only one home remains in the Hazeley Fields development. The five-bedroom family home is typical of the high-quality design that has made this development such a success. The final home is priced at £384,995. Interested parties should waste no time in phoning the development’s sales centre on 01908 867820 or selling agent Thomas & Co on 01908 231551.

Westcroft Park is a further Charles Church development currently available for sale. Located in Tattenhoe, Milton Keynes, Westcroft Park consists of three-, four- and five-bedroom homes in a range of elevational designs and treatments, all with excellent specification.
The location is ideal; approximately three miles from the centre of Milton Keynes, both peace and convenience are on offer to residents. Milton Keynes itself is extremely well connected to neighbouring towns as well as London, both by road and rail.
Prices for these family homes start at £189,995 for three bedrooms, £262,995 for four bedrooms and £389,995 for five bedrooms. The sales office is open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm. Call 01908 867820 for further information.

Meanwhile, over in Iver, the newly launched Woodland Grange offers a wonderful woodland location adjacent to Richings Park Golf Club. This exclusive development of just six bespoke five-bedroom detached properties is in a class of its own. The large homes all offer sizeable gardens.
Find out more about these exquisite properties by calling Sequence on 020 8742 1444.
Looking into the near future, Charles Church is soon to launch an exclusive development of just five luxury homes designed in the Arts and Crafts style. The development, called Amberleigh Gardens, is located in a sought-after position in the village of Sarratt; each home has large gardens with excellent views of the green belt.
Amberleigh Gardens will be on sale from February; prices are expected to start at £999,995 for four-bedroom homes and £1.2 million for five-bedroom homes. Register your interest by calling 01442 875509.
George Wimpey also has superb new homes up for grabs in Bucks. Disraeli Court is a collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments in a split-level two-, three- and four-storey apartment complex on the corner of Hamilton Road and Coningsby Road, High Wycombe, approximately a mile from the town centre.
The thriving market town of High Wycombe dates back to the 11th century, and in more modern times Benjamin Disraeli – after whom the development is named – made his home at nearby Hughenden Manor for over 30 years.
Prices start from £174,995. Call 01494 538788 for details.

Octavian Place is a harmonious development in Aylesbury, complemented by the new Fairford Leys Landmark Village development. A wide range of quality homes combines the best of modern facilities within a traditional design in a unique setting, making this collection of one-bedroom apartments and two-, three- and four-bedroom homes an ideal place to buy.
Prices start from £169,995 for a two-bedroom terraced house. Call 01296 399737 to find out more.
Further George Wimpey developments in the region can be found in the neighbouring county of Hertfordshire: Phoenix at Borehamwood and Barrington Way in Salisbury Village, Hatfield, both feature fine selections of new homes. For details call the brochure line on 01908 544866 or visit the website georgewimpey.co.uk.

Rolling green hills, beautiful English countryside, thriving local communities, cosmopolitan towns, good transport links and excellent schools – Buckinghamshire in a nutshell. This traditional seat of English civilisation has long been a popular town for those looking to bring up their children in a secure, leafy environment; for commuters looking for an easy journey to the city while living in a rural idyll; and for those seeking fun living with plenty of employment options on the side; and now new home builders are making the decision to move to Bucks even easier with an amazing selection of high quality new homes to choose from.