New Homes - Friday, February 02, 2007

St Albans

Victorian houses are ‘the most desirable properties for UK homebuyers’ according to a recent survey by a leading home warranty provider*. The Arboretum, Crest Nicholson’s parkland development in Hertfordshire, is set to tick all the boxes for admirers of this traditional architectural style, in addition to providing all the benefits of a luxurious new home.
The Victorian villa was voted the most popular house type by 25% of survey participants, firmly holding on to its position over the last decade at the top of UK househunters’ wish lists.
Set in over 72 acres of mature wooded parkland, The Arboretum is the conversion of the former Victorian Napsbury Hospital in Napsbury Park, Hertfordshire, and its grounds into a mix of converted and newly built one, two and three bedroom apartments and three, four and five bedroom houses.

Located in secluded glades, leafy courtyards and smart tree-lined avenues, the classic Victorian style properties blend seamlessly into their surroundings. Many of the houses and apartments occupy the fine Victorian buildings that lie at the heart of this exclusive country retreat whilst others are newly constructed, influenced in equal measure by the original architecture and the needs of modern living.

Sarah Jones, Sales and Marketing Director, Crest Nicholson (Chiltern) Ltd, comments: “The use of traditional craftsmanship at The Arboretum and the attention to both period and contemporary detail has returned the Victorian facades of the original buildings to their former glory. The result is a stunning development which people who appreciate the style of the Victorian period will fall in love with.

“As part of Crest Nicholson’s comprehensive strategy, great care was also taken to preserve the natural landscape and retain the magnificent trees and original wooded grounds, all of which contributes to the overall period charm of the development.”

Externally, decorative cornices, coping and pillars have been retained or replicated and windows have been adapted to suit modern requirements, but remain in keeping with the original sash design. The interiors of the apartments and houses incorporate creative architectural detail such as fireplaces, traditional skirting, architrave and ornate cornices. 

Surrounded by countryside of outstanding natural beauty, yet only 20 miles from the heart of London, The Arboretum provides the best of both worlds. For links with the national motorway network and Heathrow Airport, Junction 21A of the M25 and the M10/A414 are both within six miles. From St Albans station, direct First Capital Connect trains reach City Thameslink station in around half an hour (peak time), giving access to the heart of London.

With unprecedented demand since The Arboretum’s launch in 2002, now is the last chance to own a piece of this historical site.  One and two bedroom apartments are still available and start at £249,950 and three bedroom houses are available from £449,950.

For further information on The Arboretum, contact the marketing suite on telephone: 01727 820 730 or visit Crest Nicholson’s website www.crestnicholson.com

Rickmansworth
Discerning purchasers in search of new three or four bedroom properties will welcome the launch of Capricorn Homes’ premier development of townhouses in Rickmansworth this weekend.

Conveniently situated just off the Uxbridge Road, the development, known as Church Grove, represents a rare opportunity to secure a stylish new home in such a desirable commuter belt location, priced from £389,995.

Developed to the highest specification, the unveiling of the three bedroom Croxley show home on Saturday 13 January marks a first for Capricorn’s southern division, a new and fast expanding house builder with a growing portfolio of high quality sites in the UK.

The three storey, three bedroom Croxley show home has been designed and furnished in a peacock blue and cream theme by internationally renowned Claude Hooper Interior Designers.  This stunning presentation is set to capture the hearts and minds of both young professionals in search of more space, or families looking for flexible accommodation.  

Built over three storeys and incorporating a single garage, the Croxley boasts a clever design with modern-day living in mind.

No expense has been spared as far as the specification is concerned, and the show home features a wide range of added extras, which are included as standard, at no additional cost.

A stylish kitchen featuring gloss cream units awaits visitors to the new show home and exudes the wow factor with its fitted range of Siemens appliances.  

Moving home to Church Grove is certainly a haven for mod cons with the inclusion of a double oven, gas hob, chimney hood, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and a dishwasher.  The ground floor is therefore very much the hub of the home, with the kitchen and dining area just perfect for relaxing, with French doors providing direct access to the garden.

The Croxley’s spacious living room which measures 15’ 5” x 12’ 10” is located on the first floor and naturally benefits from the added light that fills the room, creating a bright and airy presence.  Bedrooms two and three can also be found on the same level, together with a separate bathroom.

The master bedroom is definitely the highlight of the house, providing a luxurious sanctuary for busy parents or those just looking for added privacy.  This dream room occupies the whole of the second floor, sharing its space only with the en-suite facilities. The master bedroom also benefits from fitted wardrobes, TV and telecom points.

Also included in the price of each home is ceramic floor and wall tiling from the Porcelanosa range as well as downlighters to the kitchen, bathrooms and cloakroom.  The Ideal Standard Studio range of sanitaryware, Mira thermostatic showers and screens, heated towel rails and taps by Bristan ensure such high standards are ever present in even the smallest rooms.  

The same attention to detail is also extended outside to each property; front gardens are turfed and driveways feature block paving.

The discovery of Church Grove is expected to fuel interest with the opening of the show home, as Mo Griffiths, area sales manager of Capricorn Homes said:  “With new property a rare find in Rickmansworth, and with Capricorn offering part-exchange on its homes for a limited period of time, buyers are urged to act quickly.”

Living on the edge of Rickmansworth town centre, the development offers easy and direct access into London via tube or train, which is ideal for commuters wanting a retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. Nearby access to the M25 motorway is another major plus to this select development of 18 properties.

The former market town of Rickmansworth has excellent schools and sports facilities and is well serviced by a variety of shops and restaurants.

Church Grove is open to visitors from Thursdays to Mondays, 11am – 5pm. Alternatively, further information can be obtained by calling the sales office on 01923 775232 or by visiting www.capricornhomes.co.uk

Hemel Hempstead
abode@riverside, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Comprising 70 one and two-bedroom apartments within a striking eight storey building, abode@riverside will also feature a communal roof terrace and gated undercover parking. Interiors are of a high standard, synonymous with the Crest Nicholson brand, and include De Dietrich appliances in the kitchen and Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware and Hansgrohe taps in the bathroom. The development is in the heart of town centre with shops and restaurants such as Debenhams, Pizza Express and Monsoon right on the doorstep.

For commuters, abode@riverside is just over a mile from Hemel Hempstead train station from which London Euston can be reached in 30 minutes. The M1 is just under three miles away allowing easy access to the M25.

One-bedroom apartments start from £169,950 and two-bedroom apartments start from £204,950. 

For more information contact the sales team on telephone: 0870 755 1641 or visit www.crestnicholson.com

Kings Langley at The Ovaltine Apartments.  There is now a selection of two and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses at the new development that are all ready to go.  What’s more, they offer plenty of generously proportioned living space, making them ideal for coping with the inevitable visitors that descend during the Christmas period!

“At this time of year, house buyers really don’t want to have any extra worries or problems as Christmas can be stressful enough on its own,” said Ann Lever, Sales Director for Fairview New Homes.  “In view of this, we are pleased to offer a selection of superb homes at The Ovaltine Apartments which are now build-complete and ready to move into.  If you snap one up now, you could be celebrating Christmas in style.”
The Ovaltine Apartments have been created from the former Ovaltine factory site in the town.  
The original factory façade remains, a typical streamlined white Art-Deco-style edifice built around 1930.  Behind it, Fairview has constructed a range of bright, modern apartments with two to three bedrooms and a choice of different sizes and floorplans.  
Currently available and ready for Christmas occupation are these three, stunning homes: a two-bedroom, two-bathroom corner apartment, priced at £ 269,995 and offering a spacious 900 sq ft of living space with exceptional light and space, fifth floor two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse offering 906 sq ft of accommodation includes its own terrace at a price of £304,995 and a three-bedroom, two bathroom apartment with a generous 930 sq ft of living space is ready to go from £279,995.  
Each apartment or penthouse offers luxuriously designed living accommodation with en suite facilities, fully fitted kitchens with appliances and granite-effect worktops, and many apartments have balconies with views over the gardens.  There are also underground and undercroft residents’ parking facilities.

The development enjoys an idyllic location right on the edge of the Grand Union Canal which offers a delightful and tranquil environment for soaking up the waterside vistas, as well as fishing, strolling, picnicking and cycling.  There are also fantastic communications from this great location; the major towns of Hemel Hempstead and Watford are just a short distance away and London Euston station is accessible in just 27 minutes by train.
Prices for at the Ovaltine Apartments start at £269,995 for a two-bedroom apartment.  The development is set to complete in late springtime 2007 and a new three-bedroom showhome will be opening in January.  For further details please call The Ovaltine Apartments sales office on 01923 268921 or visit fairview.co.uk.

Bricketwood

Country & Metropolitan Homes has launched its J6 development, situated conveniently between Watford and St Albans. J6 is strategically positioned off the M1 and M25, a perfect location for discerning buyers who consider excellent commuter links a must.
Quick access to the UK’s main motorway network is a major advantage to people who live their lives in the fast lane, and living at J6 will enable you to minimise travel time and maximise your time at work and the even more precious, your time at home to relax.
This stunning development from the award-winning house builder Country & Metropolitan – part of the Gladedale Group – will comprises of 48, one and two bedroom contemporary apartments over two phases.
The first phase of J6, comprising of 24 apartment is now released for sale. With pre-launch prices starting from £224,950 there is expected to be high demand from potential homeowners keen to secure a property in such a sought after location.
J6 is a mere 30 miles from London and will be built within the popular village of Bricketwood, Hertfordshire, providing a peaceful haven from the constant buzz of the capital.
Country & Metropolitan prides itself on building homes that adhere to three principles – superior specification, bespoke design and exceptional build with the prefix of quality in everything it designs – and this is clear at J6.
The spacious design of the apartments are tailored to contemporary living in the 21st century with generous living/kitchen areas providing ample space for entertaining. When completed, each home will come with the latest in modern appliances, including a stainless steel oven, hob and extractor hood, as well as a washer/dryer. Secure underground parking is also included in the price of your new home.
Interested home-hunters are invited to view a model of the development at local agents Preston Bennett. A show home is expected in April 2007, with the completion of phase one to follow in June.
For more information call Preston Bennett on 020 8954 8626.

Nestled in five acres of stunning grounds above the Chiltern Hills, Purley Magna mansion offers no clues to her recent past. Presiding over the valley since the early 1800s, the magnificent Grade II* house has been given a 'kiss of life' through a substantial restoration by developer TA Fisher in conjunction with English Heritage.

Purley Magna's history is traceable as far back as the eleventh century with its site mentioned in the Domesday Book. The manor as it exists today was commissioned by then owner Anthony Morris Storer MP, and designed by distinguished architect James Wyatt in 1799, whose famous designs include the Pantheon in Oxford St., London and the Senior Library at Oxford's Oriel College. Purley Magna's colourful past saw it changing hands to pay off a gambling debt at one point, and in the latter part of the twentieth century it had been used as a residential provision for adults with learning disabilities under the Purley Park Trust.

When the Trust purchased purpose-built accommodation in 2003, TA Fisher took on the manor house site. Established in 1895, TA Fisher is one of Reading's oldest companies. Having recently undergone comparable conversions at the turn-of-the-century Brookvale School in Basingstoke, and Artillery House, the old Reading County Court, TA Fisher was qualified to take on the Purley site. Three years and £5 million investment later, Purley has been restored to her former glory and is welcoming a new era of residents.

Converted into five luxury apartments, a new block of courtyard townhouses replaces the derelict stables, and Purley stands proud once more. The cosmetic work alone has seen the restoration of twelve original fireplaces, one valued at £45,000. The original stone staircase has also had a facelift, with new hardwood handrails and metal balustrade.

Before TA Fisher took it on, the manor had gradually fallen into disrepair. A substantial amount of structural work was needed. The roof and floors in particular, were in a parlous condition, and TA Fisher needed to bring them up to modern living - as well as regulatory and safety - standards. Using what remained of the original details, rotten timbers were replicated and replaced, and new lead guttering was installed to echo the original. Similarly, new insulation has been installed throughout the property.

‘The supposedly impenetrable basement was 'leaky' at best, and had to be completely refurbished,’ said Bob Price, Commercial Director at TA Fisher. ‘We have repaired the fibrous plaster and installed a new membrane to ensure the space is now 100% waterproof.’

Before they could reach the manor house, however, the developers had a more immediate problem to contend with. ‘The site itself was terribly overgrown. The original formal gardens had been corrupted by invasive tree varieties and poor suburban plant choices showed slapdash landscaping. We knew we had to bring in specialists,’ said Bob Price, Commercial Director of TA Fisher. With the help of architects Sutton, Griffith and Morgan, who administered the JCT building contract for the development, a long term plan was devised. The splendour of the planned restoration would be matched by historically sympathetic planting which didn't obscure the site's envious views.

‘It's the finer details that bring a property to life, and we refused to cut corners,’ said Bob Price. ‘Outside, for example, we commissioned a specially designed ‘Knot Garden’ to replicate the Victorian planting. Inside, specialists Plasterright were contracted to restore the ornate panelled plasterwork, decorative ceiling roses and cornicing. At every stage of the process the guidance of English Heritage has been crucial to the fate of the development.’

As well as English Heritage, the project also saw involvement from the local authority and West Berkshire Conservation, acting as a 'policing' force, granting approval for and inspecting the work undertaken.

Bob finished: ‘As a developer you're never sure of what you're getting into until you begin to unpick the pieces. Purley may have been a labour of love, but we're definitely proud parents.’

 

Web: www.tafisher.co.uk

 

Battersea Park Road

Featherstone Leigh are selling this two-bedroom loft-style apartment in a converted schoolhouse conversion. Close to both Queenstown Road Station and the wide open spaces of Battersea Park.

The apartment makes excellent use of space, with a double height reception room and open plan kitchen, overlooked by the mezzanine master bedroom. There is a second bedroom and a family bathroom, in addition to the shower room which makes for easy early mornings.

The neutral refurbishment mixes old and new, with natural internal brick walls contrasting with the wooden laminate flooring and sleek chrome and wood fitted kitchen.

Battersea Park is just a few minutes stroll from this property. The wildlife that live around the lake, the deer enclosure and the zoo are a delight to children whilst adults can spend many a relaxing weekend wandering around the gardens or the Pump House Gallery, bowling or playing tennis.

Price: £495,000 (Leasehold)

Call Featherstone Leigh tel. 020 7228 2278 www.featherstone-leigh.co.uk
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Premier Properties Celebrates Sales Success at Edenwood Heights in Farnham!

Camberley-based developer, Premier Properties is celebrating the off-plan sales success of its new site, Edenwood Heights, located on Ridgeway road in Farnham. Although construction work only began at the end of 2006, five of the nine, two and three-bedroom apartments have already been sold!

Farnham, a popular market town with excellent road and rail links, is one of the areas favoured by Premier Properties.  The company’s Bourne Heights development set enviably high standards in the new homes market some years ago and Waverley Heights, a development of 10 luxurious apartments in South Farnham, attracted plenty of interest from buyers locally and further afield.  

“We are delighted with the success of this development which we are only marketing off-plan at this stage,” comments Roger Jelley, Joint Managing Director of Premier Properties. “As Edenwood Heights is at such an early stage of development, early buyers will benefit from being able to make choices and selections to personalise their homes as well as buying at pre-show home prices.”

With prices ranging from £312,500 for the two and three bedroom apartments, and the penthouse apartment priced at £440,000, Edenwood Heights will be built for 21st century living with underfloor gas central heating, wiring for a central stereo sound system and LCD screens in the living room and bathroom. All apartments will also have fully-fitted carpets while the fully-fitted kitchens have granite surfaces and a full range of integrated appliances.

For off plan sales at Edenwood Heights, scheduled for completion in Spring 2007, please contact Hamptons in Farnham on 01252 714164 or Premier Properties on 01276 686400 or visit the website www.premier-properties.co.uk.
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Service is included…

With today’s hectic lifestyles, there never seems to be the time to accomplish everything that needs to be done. At Ide Hill Park, however, purchasers can expect a helping hand, to make life run a little more smoothly. A concierge will be based in the grounds of this 37 acre parkland estate and will adapt to the specific needs of the owners, to make everyday life as simple as possible.

This exceptional development, just six miles from Sevenoaks, comprises eight new Georgian inspired country mansions by leading housebuilders Millgate Homes, while the renovation of the existing Grade II Listed Georgian Manor House into seven exclusive apartments and the nearby stable block into charming mews cottages will be completed by restoration specialists P J Livesey.

Adrian Dyer, Sales Manager of Millgate Homes comments: “Imagine with one phone call you could organise the school run, arrange to have your post collected or have someone to let approved tradesmen into your home while you’re at work. This convenience is included as part of the exquisite lifestyle that discerning purchasers can experience at Ide Hill Park.”

He continues: “In addition, the concierge’s duties will include; maintaining the image and presentation of the development, overseeing maintenance issues, controlling deliveries and directing guests, monitoring the CCTV cameras, keeping an eye on the homes while residents are away and organising services by request. All of these facilities combine to make a very comprehensive service and one that will become an integral part of the lives of the residents at this exclusive development, leaving them more time to relax and enjoy their outstanding home and surroundings.”

Not only can purchasers expect the very best from their concierge service, but also from the specification of each of the mansion homes. Internationally acclaimed interior designer Mark Wilkinson has been commissioned by Millgate Homes to design hand crafted furniture for the cloakroom, kitchen and utility, dressing room to the master bedroom and study. Moreover, the kitchens benefit from sumptuous styling, with a host of integrated appliances including an American style fridge-freezer, two Miele dishwashers, a combination microwave and a Falcon range cooker. Each of the mansion homes boast private gardens of between 3/4 of an acre to just over three acres, which will be designed by a Chelsea award-winning gardener.

Unsurprisingly, with so much on offer at Ide Hill Park four of the country mansions have sold off plan already. Guide prices for the remaining country homes will be from £3,500,000, whilst guide prices for the mansion apartments and mews cottages will range from £625,000 to over £1,800,000. Contact Frances Kavanagh or Clare Wilson at the Sales and Marketing Suite on 01732 750188 or the appointed selling agents, Savills, for more information on 01732 789700. Alternatively, visit the website at www.idehillpark.co.uk
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Foxley Woods, Kenley, Surrey:

Foxley Woods comprises just four spacious and luxurious five-bedroom detached homes which combine split level design with a more traditional Arts & Crafts style. The development is close to Kenley Primary School which is very well thought of in the area. It is also near to Riddlesdown High School which is described as ‘a good school’ by OFSTED in 2005 with a Specialist Science College and student performances above the national average.

The homes come in two designs. The first uses classic three storey rectangular architecture, white timber panels, red brick and red tiled frontage, whilst the second uses a more unusual two and a half storey design with elongated chocolate tile roofing and dormer windows. Every home benefits from an open plan kitchen/family room and separate living room, all of which are flooded with natural light from the French doors opening out onto the landscaped garden. The utility room has separate outdoor access which is ideal for buyers with children or pets. The spacious and bright dining room allows for entertaining on a grand scale, with stunning double bay windows which overlook the woodlands.

Each custom built kitchen incorporates solid granite worktops and Siemens appliances, including a stainless steel five burner gas hob and double oven. There is also a built-in microwave, an integrated fridge/freezer, an integrated dishwasher and ceramic tile flooring throughout the kitchen and family room.

Kenley may be on the outer suburbs of London but its green location gives it a rural feel. Biggin Hill is a short drive away - perfect for days out to visit nature reserves or National Trust properties including Chartwell and Squerryes Court. The town centre of Purley is only two miles away and has a number of independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, bars and restaurants. London Bridge Station is a 40* minute train journey from Kenley station and there is also easy access to the M25 and M23.

Prices: start from £775,000 for a five bedroom detached home.
Sales contact: Antler Homes South East on 01883 345 255 or visit the website: www.antlerhomes.co.uk

On Foot

Being within walking distance of work is a real boost to quality of life. And with a number of new developments recently unveiled within a mile or so of the City, those who work in the Square Mile have a good choice of high-quality apartments situated within a relaxing stroll of the office.
A good example is Tabard Square, where Berkeley Homes offers 572 units ranging from 313 sq ft to 1,433 sq ft. The scheme incorporates a 22-storey landmark tower and central piazza.        
Tabard Square is proving extremely popular with purchasers in the local area, with over 80 per cent of the apartments already sold. Bright Horizons childcare facility is the first commercial element of this mixed-use regeneration project, which will also have a supermarket, dedicated office space, a restaurant and a variety of smaller boutiques and cafés. Tabard Square is destined to become a real urban village for residents and the local community alike.
The new community is ideally placed for city workers with the capital’s business and financial district located just a ten-minute walk from the development. Also, commuters will find Borough an ideal location for local, national and international travel. Borough tube station and London Bridge mainline station offer a host of local and national connections.
The stylish apartments, which boast a highly contemporary specification, are currently priced between £395,000 and £800,000, and many benefit from their own private balcony or terrace. All apartments are cleverly designed to offer spacious open-plan living and many feature expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing to make the most of the spectacular views. For more information call 020 7403 7503.
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Development: WEST SIDE
Developer: KingsOak Thames Valley
Location: Hayes, Middlesex

Thanks to excellent commuter links, its close proximity to Heathrow Airport and easy access to central London, KingsOak’s latest Thames Valley area development, West Side at Hayes is set to become a success story.

Featuring a range of two bedroom apartments and three and four bedroom houses, Westside, at Bourne Avenue, Hayes, is ideal for families, young professionals, investors, downsizers and first time buyers; in short, something for all:

‘We have had some very positive reactions to our launch and this is partly due to the fantastic location with so many choices for commuters,’ said Richard Cordy, Managing Director for KingsOak Thames Valley. ‘In addition, Hayes has many excellent bus routes which connect to central London and the nearby town of Uxbridge providing many options for commuting.’

KingsOak has a reputation for choosing exemplary locations for all its exciting new developments and West Side at Hayes is no exception.

The sparkling new scheme is conveniently close to all the connections you could possibly need. Hayes and Harlington train station is just over a mile away and connects seamlessly with London Paddington in less than 15 minutes and Junction 3 of the M4 is just three miles away. It’s also easy to link with Junction 15 of the M25 and London Heathrow Airport is only four miles away.

Prices at West Side start at just £219,995 for a two-bedroom apartment. For further information, please telephone our sales office on Bourne Avenue on 0208 813 7507 from 10am to 5pm. Alternatively, log onto www.kingsoakhomes.com

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Ashford, Kent
Ashford as the doors opened to Redrow’s latest show homes - and the younger visitors were impressed, too!

Children’s entertainer ‘Loopy Lisa’ kept children occupied at The Paddocks @ De Montfort Park during the launch of the two stimulating new show homes. Some of the excitement included creating balloon animals and face painting.

Caron Hutchins, area sales manager for Redrow Homes (Eastern), says: ‘It was an excellent day and everyone really enjoyed it. The children’s entertainer kept younger visitors to the development occupied while parents took the time to have a look at the two new show homes, which have been decorated, designed and furnished to inspire customers. We also had our scale model of The Paddocks available for people to view.
‘The launch of the show homes has so far been a big success and they look wonderful. Both properties reflect high quality living in a sought-after area and the weekend has generated a lot of interest in the development.’
House hunters experienced living at The Paddocks first-hand as they walked through the stylish three-bedroom show properties, which have been designed to fuel the imagination of homebuyers who want ideas for their dream home.
Caron explains: ‘The first of the two show homes, the Kennet, has been decorated using ice-cool blues and chocolate browns to give the property a funky retro feel, while the Fairwood has been given a modern cocktail of aubergine combined with acidic lime green, creating a contemporary atmosphere, while remaining family-oriented.’
Fashioned by Redrow’s chosen interior design company, Connections in Design, the two show homes have been designed with the modern family in mind, as well as catering for young couples.
Caron adds: ‘The feedback we had from the weekend was great. Home buyers could really get a feel for the place when they stepped through the doors of each home and we are really pleased with the outcome of the day.
‘As well as families, there has been a lot of interest in the development from first time buyers looking for a good deal on their first property and older people looking for a home that is easy to maintain, so it has been a good mixture.’
The Kennet and Fairwood are just two examples from an extensive range of homes that offer something for everyone. The Paddocks @ De Montfort Park is the sixth phase of this fantastic development and consists of three and four-bedroom homes set in an elevated position, close to the countryside.
Two bedroom homes are priced at £109,433, while four-bedroom homes come with a £205,000 price tag.
The development is located off Tithe Barn Lane, Singleton Hill and has excellent commuter links with London, which is an about hours journey from Ashford and Ashford International stations, both approximately three miles from the development.
Visit the show homes today at the development for your own chance to experience life at The Paddocks. They’re now open daily from 10am to 5.30pm. Alternatively to find out more, call the Redrow sales consultant on 0845 676 0332 or go online at www.redrow.co.uk.

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PURCHASE AT ROYAL ARSENAL AND AVOID FARE INCREASES

Rail passengers have returned to work after the holiday period faced with the prospect of fare increases across all networks. The average commuter is facing a rise of 4.3%, although some commuters are expected to fork out an extra 7% a year for their tickets. Southeastern train services are one of the worst affected with the Kent to London line experiencing a 6.3% increase.
However purchasers at Berkeley Homes (East Thames)’s Royal Arsenal development in Woolwich, SE18 have an alternative method of travel – the Thames Clippers Fast Boat service. The Royal Arsenal Pier was opened at the development in June 2005 and offers a riverboat service between Woolwich and Canary Wharf, St Katharine’s Dock, London Bridge, and Savoy Piers. Travel time takes approximately 30 minutes from Royal Arsenal to Canary Wharf, offering commuters a tranquil way of getting to the City. According to Thames Clippers, prices will be frozen until April 2007 and an increase certainly won’t be as much as rail passengers are experiencing.
The Royal Arsenal is the sympathetic restoration and refurbishment of the former military equipment and munitions manufacturing facility into luxury apartments. Wherever possible, existing materials from the buildings have been re-used and recycled.
There are currently 10 striking penthouses available at MyHQ, the largest and most impressive of the refurbished buildings at the development. Some of which, overlook Wellington Park and the internal landscaped courtyard. The duplex penthouses are available from £350,000.
The penthouses offer a high standard of specification with white laminate kitchens complete with Bosche appliances. The bathroom and shower rooms feature a steel Kaldewi bath and double-sized shower trays as well as square ceramic basins, chrome ladder-style towel rails and ceramic tiled flooring.
A handful of two-bedroom apartments also remain for sale at Artillery House. There are seven apartments left, with prices starting from £320,000. Original features including exposed brickwork, oak beams, cast iron pipes and sash windows can be found in the apartments. These are fused with modern fitted kitchens with integrated appliances, high specification bathrooms and steel, chrome, glass and wood finishes.
For further specification and sales information about MyHQ and Artillery House or to arrange a viewing of the show apartments, contact the Sales and Marketing Suite – open daily from 10.00am until 6.00pm – telephoning 020 8331 7272 or email royalarsenal@berkeleyhomes.co.uk. For more information about Royal Arsenal please visit www.royal-arsenal.co.uk or alternatively text Royal Arsenal to 60030 (normal rate applies).
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Stanmore

Bentley Grove is a private development of 125 luxurious two and three-bedroom apartments and three, four and five-bedroom houses situated on the site of The Grove Manor House, a former elegant villa on a grand estate
Set in 28 acres of mature woodland, the luxurious properties offer stylish interiors featuring fully fitted kitchens in a choice of contemporary colours and styles with integrated De Dietrich appliances. In the bathrooms, high quality Villeroy & Boch bathrooms are complemented by Hansgrohe fittings.
Helen Watts, sales manager, Crest Nicholson (Chiltern) comments: ‘The interest in these properties has been phenomenal and people have been getting incredibly excited about what we are building here. It’s a great development in a fantastic location and we anticipate it to be popular with young professionals who are looking for a stylish pad with good transport links.’
Stanmore has excellent travel links including a Jubilee line underground station, currently being upgraded, from which the West End and Canary Wharf can be reached in 30 minutes and 51 minutes respectively. The M1 is less than two miles away with links to the M25, the North Circular, the A41 and the A1.
Two and three-bedroom apartments are priced from £294,950 for a two-bedroom apartment.
For sales information contact the sales team on telephone 0870 755 0833 or visit bentleygrove.com

BIG SPENDERS

Those with a million pounds or more shop for homes differently than those who have a smaller budget. The proliferation of million-pound-plus homes has upped the ante style-wise for developers whose product is an amalgamation of the best of everything. As homes have become more expensive, the corresponding rise in luxury now tends to be accompanied by a pleasing grasp of subtlety; where the 1980s valued over-the-topness for its own sake, those presently in the market for an awe-inspiring home will find just that. But these homes have no need to shout their exclusivity; finally the high-end property market has truly grasped that shouting breaks the spell.

A wonderful example of a development that offers a sumptuous yet liveable environment is taking shape in the gorgeous Hertfordshire countryside. Millgate Homes is creating a pair of homes that stand as the modern equivalent of the traditional country manor house, each of which includes extensive private grounds and state-of-the-art leisure facilities. Essendon Grange and Pulham House are, quite simply, the ultimate in luxury. Essendon Grange, available at a guide price of £7 million, is set within over six acres of private grounds including 1.5 acres of Victorian walled garden and a boating lake. It will be accessed via a lengthy winding driveway worthy of any country seat. The house itself will provide extensive accommodation that will include drawing room, dining room, sitting room, study, six bedrooms and six bathrooms. Meanwhile, the renovated gardener’s cottage annexe and staff accommodation above the garages will be accessed by a glazed, cloistered walkway.

However, the piece de resistance of this property is its extensive facilities, including an indoor swimming pool with sauna, outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and various ‘hobby rooms’ in the converted garden stores, perfect for use as home gymnasium or studio. Meanwhile, the individually appointed Pulham House, on the market at a guide price of £4.5 million, is accessed via its own private driveway and lies in some 2.5 acres of grounds, beautifully landscaped to enhance the historic folly which lies within its gardens.
Constructed in 1866 by the renowned craftsman James Pulham, the naturalised cliff face forms a magnificent backdrop to this impressive country home. The accommodation includes drawing room, dining room, kitchen/family room, six bedrooms, six bathrooms and self contained staff accommodation, with a hard tennis court in the grounds. Both properties will be finished to an outstanding specification, with inspirational interior furnishings designed by Mark Wilkinson. Combining classical elegance with expansive reception areas, these homes promise the epitome of grand country living all within commuting distance of central London.

To register you interest in either of these outstanding properties, contact selling agent Statons on 020 8441 9555.

Newly built bungalows are few and far between these days, as the focus seems to be on apartments and other high-density homes. But Preston Bennett is currently selling a rare treat in the new Runnymede development in Bushey Heath, a mix of four luxurious bungalows and two traditional detached houses.

Situated in Prowse Avenue backing onto Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club, this latest development from Galley Homes provides high-specification homes in a choice of three-, four- and five-bedroom layouts. All have been built using natural materials and have high-quality finishes, designer kitchens, luxury en suites, multimedia cabling and first-floor roof terraces as well as state-of-the-art features including integrated vacuum systems.
The properties have generous, flexible accommodation that is ideal for entertaining. Each home has an expansive drawing room with feature fireplace, dining room and professionally designed kitchen/breakfast room with a range of integrated appliances and granite worktops. There is also a utility room complete with washing machine, tumble dryer and larder freezer. Upstairs, the magnificent master suite is particularly impressive – and in some of the properties there is also a separate dressing area.

In the three-bedroom Haycastle and four-bedroom Tangmere chalet bungalows, every bedroom is en suite, while the five-bedroom Cresswell house has three en suites and a family bathroom. Stylish Villeroy and Boch sanitaryware and Hansgrohe brassware are standard throughout, plus designer shower cubicles incorporating an invigorating body jet shower system are an added luxury.

A key feature of the development is the contemporary use of stonework, feature pillars and wide porches. The homes are sited in sizeable plots and feature integral double garages with electronically-operated doors. All six properties benefit from a fabulous first-floor terrace, which provides excellent views over the surrounding area, and at the rear sunrooms opening from the kitchens onto Riven paved patios.

The development is situated just behind the development is the Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club – perfect for that relaxing round of golf, game of tennis or swim in the heated outdoor pool. Runnymede residents are also within minutes of the beautiful open spaces of the surrounding greenbelt countryside, ideal for rural walks and picnics.
There is extensive shopping at Bushey Heath and nearby Bushey Village, while the Harlequin shopping centre in Watford, with its wealth of major high street retailers, is only about three-and-a-half miles away. Stanmore’s Jubilee Line station, Edgware’s Northern Line station and Bushey mainline station provide easy access to London and the City, while road links are also excellent.

For further details on Runnymede contact Preston Bennett New Homes on 020 8954 8626 or visit prestonbennett.co.uk.

For those who are in the money and unwilling to leave the buzz of central London, specialist developer londonewcastle has recently launched its latest development, 83 & 85 Abbey Road located in the heart of St John’s Wood. This project comprises just 24 apartments of outstanding quality in one of London’s most renowned locations. The level of luxury on offer will include eye-catching exteriors, using materials such as pre-oxidised copper strips, as well as bespoke interiors designed by Target Living, which shows creative flair as well as an understanding of what buyers in this price range expect.
Robert Soning, sales and marketing director of londonewcastle, explains the level of design: ‘londonewcastle wanted to instil cutting-edge design in surroundings that are constantly evolving. To complement the funky exterior, we selected superior specification throughout, creating an exceptional modern living space.’ Large windows maximise light and space throughout the apartments, providing excellent views around Abbey Road. The kitchens offer granite worktops with Hansgrohe and Francke fittings, while the wide-planked oak flooring and honed limestone ensure that the living areas and bathrooms reach the same exacting standard that is synonymous with londonewcastle brand. The entry halls, kitchens and bathrooms all include sumptuous underfloor heating.

Location is of course a major selling point here: nearby Regent’s Park and Lord’s Cricket Ground are London landmarks, and the abundance of well-known restaurants and bars give the area caché in terms of nightlife. There are excellent transport links, including easily accessible Bakerloo and Jubilee line connections. At 83 & 85 Abbey Road, St John’s Wood, NW8, one-bedroom apartments are priced from £349,000, two-bedroom apartments start at £475,000 and three-bedroom-apartments are available at £565,000; the penthouses are priced at £795,000.

Call Hamptons International on 0870 990 7577 or visit hamptons.co.uk.

FAMILIES

Basements are very desirable these days, and with this in mind award-winning developer Banner Homes has incorporated lower ground floors to five of the nine stunning properties at Beechwood, its exclusive new development situated in Macdonald Close, Chesham Bois.
Nathan Relton, sales manager at Banner Homes Central, says, ‘At Beechwood, we wanted to buck the trend for tall, Georgian-style houses and design majestic quality homes with a feeling of spaciousness and versatility. ‘Basements are definitely making a comeback and incorporating the lower ground floor into these homes has allowed us to offer the versatile living space that so many families today need. The basements are bright and roomy, each opening onto a private rear garden. So it is the perfect place for the kids to play, for parents to work, or for the whole family to enjoy summer parties – with direct access onto the garden it’s ideal for barbeques.’ Located in the leafy enclave of Chesham Bois, Beechwood comprises seven spacious family homes and two stylish bungalows.
The family properties each have five bedrooms, two of which offer en suites, while the master bedroom also boasts a dressing area. The lower ground floor is totally self-contained with a vast living space, shower room and utility room. By incorporating basement living into this new development, Banner Homes is consolidating the success it has had with a similar development, Woodside, at Felden in Hertfordshire. Comprising of four homes built over four storeys, these properties boast a vast 31ft 7 in family room on the lower ground floor along with garden access, utility room and cloakroom.

Beechwood is located in the heart of Chesham Bois, a tranquil village near Amersham. Surrounded by chalk downlands and Chorleywood Common, the location offers residents chic shops and restaurants as well as excellent local schools and opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Rail links to London’s Marylebone station take 40 minutes and close access to the M25 and M40 ensure the capital is within easy reach. Prices range from £525,000 to £1.25 million. For further information contact Banner Homes Central on 01628 536200 or see bannerhomes.co.uk. The show home launch is imminent.

Families need space, and Fernham Homes’ groundbreaking new development, Charlton Court Place in East Sutton, Maidstone, offers truly spacious new homes along with the family-friendly bonus of generous gardens. Set in the picturesque grounds of a sprawling historic Grade II listed manor house, the development consists of four brand new sympathetically designed homes, all offering a superior specification, within an exclusive small gated development.
The homes are: Charlton Place Barn a five-bedroom home with 2,540 sq ft of floor space; Charlton House, a 3,890 sq ft six- bedroom home with Georgian elevations; Park House, the largest of all the homes with six bedrooms and measuring a massive 4,486 sq ft; and Filmer House, a six-bedroom home with an extensive 4,382 sq ft.
In addition, the company is restoring two older properties, Field House, a five-bedroom home with 3,233 sq ft of floor space and The Coach House, a four-bedroom home measuring 2,381 sq ft.

Each of the homes will also benefit from a number of reception rooms, as well as en suites to many of the bedrooms. Also, some will incorporate additional living spaces such as games rooms.  Double garages, private gardens and a very impressive specification will complete the package.

These extensive homes are a perfect proposition for families, especially as Charlton Court Place is within easy access of reputable local schools, including Sutton Valence and Kingswood Primary School. Commuters will also have the benefit of Headcorn mainline station, with regular services to London in just over an hour, just a quick drive away. Access to the M20 at junction 8 is nearby, with excellent links to the M25, Heathrow, Gatwick and central London.
For more information contact Fernham Homes on 01622 755388 or visit fernham-homes.co.uk.

DOWNSIZERS

Because our younger years seem to be spent accruing space, leapfrogging from flat to house to larger house, it can feel odd when it’s time to give up the excess square footage and have your living area contract to the size you need when the kids have flown the coop. However, as the new homes market has woken up to the fact that this demographic is rapidly growing, finding the right property for the downsizing years can be easier and more rewarding than many suppose. A good example of the classic home for upgrading while downsizing can be found at Tennyson Court in Hindhead, Surrey, where Millgate Homes offers two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments with superior spec – and, just as importantly, the space isn’t a squeeze. After all, while having less space than in your previous home is an attractive prospect, getting rid of all of your belongings is generally not. Indeed, these apartments offer elegant, classically proportioned rooms that are perfect for displaying cherished pieces of furniture.

The new show home at Tennyson Court demonstrates just how effective the home can be for those whose lifestyle involves entertaining. The hallway, which provides access to all of the other rooms, is itself large enough to accommodate furniture and gives guests a real sense of arrival. And leading off the hallway, the living dining room is flooded with natural light thanks to French doors leading out to a patio area, and naturally splits off into a seating area focused around the grand fireplace and a dining area which offers ample room for dinner parties.

The 12 apartments are arranged in three blocks of just four homes each which, combined with gated access and a secluded location surrounded by mature specimen trees, means both privacy and security – and this is particularly ideal if you’re considering spending a substantial part of your time travelling. Meanwhile, the separate kitchen is opulently equipped with granite work surfaces and bespoke designer cabinets and ceramic tiled floor. It also has a host of appliances including an integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer.
The master bedroom, to the rear of the building, features French doors leading to a further private patio, en suite shower room and built-in wardrobe, the latter repeated in the second double bedroom. The master bathroom, like the en suite, is given a clean, modern feel thanks to crisp, white sanitaryware with chrome fitments and a chrome ladder towel radiator, while bespoke fitted furniture with complementary tops provide useful storage.

The leafy village of Hindhead, with its surrounding heathland, is also ideal for those who are enterting a phase of their lives when it’s time to enjoy their time. The location, although peaceful, is anything but cut off, with neighbouring village Grayshott’s traditional high street just under a mile away. Also, Tennyson Court is perfectly placed for commuting to London and beyond as Haslemere station is within five miles and offers regular connections to London Waterloo in under an hour, and the A3 is within a mile, connecting you with London and Portsmouth. Prices at Tennyson Court range from £299,950 to £335,000. Call the show homes, open daily from 10am to 4pm, on 01428 608079 or contact selling agents Hamptons on 01372 469279.

RETIREES

The population is ageing, and more of us are looking for a home that allows us to retain independence while tapping into a community where support and a social life are easily accessible. The trend towards retirement homes is necessarily growing given Britain’s demographic shift. But those looking around at what the retirement market has to offer will be no less discerning than any other prospective home-buyers. Churchill Retirement Living has just two apartments remaining in its Llewelyn Lodge development in Bexhill-on-Sea, one of the South Coast’s most loved locations. Here a selection of superb one- and two-bedroom retirement apartments offer residents a host of benefits, including an owners’ lounge and the services of a lodge manager. ‘Llewelyn Lodge has become very popular with discerning retired owners,’ says Spencer McCarthy, chairman and group managing director of Churchill Retirement Living. ‘It has certainly become established as a part of the local community thanks to its warm and welcoming atmosphere,’ he adds. Llewelyn Lodge features a selection of 48 one and two-bedroom self-contained retirement apartments, all of which benefit from a video entry system, a 24-hour emergency telephone system. Besides the owners’ lounge and guest suite, a laundry room and landscaped gardens are also provided. The development is conveniently placed for central amenities and near local shops and services. With only two remaining, McCarthy urges those in the market for a well appointed retirement apartment in a friendly environment to contact Llewelyn Lodge as soon as possible. ‘It offers owners the chance to be independent yet enjoy the support of a friendly and established community with many enjoyable social events held on a regular basis,’ he says. Prices currently start at £186,950 for a one-bedroom apartment. Call the sales consultant on 0800 458 1857 or see churchillretirement.co.uk.

Canterbury, Kent

The Water Tower is situated within the recently completed St Augustine’s site four miles from the town centre. It combines the refurbishment of a Victorian water tower into a central stairway serving the ten newly built one- and two-bedroom apartments adjacent to the historic structure. The ground floor one-bedroom apartment is the same size as the two-bedrooms, with a dressing room in place of the second bedroom; the two-bedroom apartments on the first floor can have the same configuration if the buyer wishes, subject to build stage. Of the nine two-bedroom apartments, three will overlook the converted Chapel of St Augustine’s development, while the others will overlook central courtyard gardens. There will be a fourth-floor rooftop terrace for the exclusive use of residents and their guests. Each apartment will have its own parking. Call RPC Land and New Homes on 01622 691911.

Ipswich, Suffolk

At Foxgrove Gardens, Barratt Homes is offering stylish apartments and three-bedroom houses at special off-plan prices. There are also first-time buyer packages, including five per cent deposit and stamp duty, as well as fitted carpets. Two-bedroom apartments start at just £157,995, while three- and four-bedroom houses are priced from €235,995 to £274,750. A new show apartment has been launched. Call 01473 273694.

Oxted, Surrey

A brand new collection of three-, four- and five-bedroom family homes has just been launched by Gleeson Homes. Bay Trees, located on the outskirts of this picturesque market town, is surrounded by open fields and woodland, and there are excellent road and rail links to London, Croydon and Gatwick Airport. Call the enquiry line on 0800 830830 or visit gleeson-homes.co.uk to order a brochure.

Warlingham, Surrey

Asprey Homes has only two luxury apartments remaining at Spire Place, which offers contemporary design. The homes are fully carpeted and have quality fitted kitchens with a full range of integrated appliances. The developer is also offering a range of incentives on legal and survey fees and stamp duty. Prices start at £250,000. Call 01883 627222 Friday to Monday or agents DTZ Residential on 01883 712375.

Merstham, Surrey

Charles Church is offering Pullman Place, an exclusive development of just 12 luxury two-bedroom apartments on Station Road. A typical apartment here has contemporary open-plan living/dining area with kitchens, making entertaining simple. There is a spacious master bedroom with built-in wardrobes and en suite shower room, plus second bathroom. Prices range from £199,950 to £225,000. Call 01737 648248 for more information.

Croydon, Surrey

Saturday 11 February sees the launch of Reflex 390, a new scheme by KingsOak located in London Road. The 31 two-bedroom apartments and two spacious penthouses will have individually designed Alno kitchens with Bosch appliances and other examples of striking modern design. Prices from £239,995. Visit on launch day to enter the prize draw for a chance to win an £1,800 Piaggio scooter. Call 020 8665 8351.

Thatcham, Berkshire

Three new show homes have just been unveiled at Kennet heath, a development of two-bedroom apartments and two-, three-, four- and five-bedroom family homes in this popular market town. Thatcham station, within walking distance, provides rail links to Paddington – ideal for commuters. Two-bedroom apartments start at £157,950, while the four-bedroom Nouse home with single detached garage starts at £270,450. Call 01635 863026 or visit redrow.co.uk.

Situated just 500 metres from the 2012 Olympic Park, Heart of Bow is a large development by Lovell. The scheme is considered to be of huge strategic importance on the overall masterplan for the Lower Lea Valley area.

Heart of Bow will provide over 200 homes for private purchase. Demand has already been brisk, with first phase fully sold within days of the opening of the show flat and site sales office.
This is a part of London where house prices have not kept up with neighbouring areas in recent years but evidence from other Olympic cities around the world points to a potential boom in the local property market over the next few years.
Heart of Bow offers a range of choice in flat types as well as houses, all attractively priced bearing in mind its location, which is wonderfully close to The City and Docklands.
Prices start at 209,995 for a one-bedroom apartment, while two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments start at £263,000. The site sales office is open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm and is located on the corner of Tredegar Road and Parnell Road. For further information contact the marketing suite on 020 8981 0485.

Stratford’s Olympic connections and upcoming international railway terminus are just two big reasons why buyers are flocking to the E15 area. Here Barratt offers Stratford Square, a new collection of apartments and town houses. For Barratt, this is the latest in a series of contributions to the radical rejuvenation programme currently changing the face of the area.
Stratford Square is the conversion of the old London Electricity Board offices in Romford Road, which will consist of 60 one- and two-bedroom apartments, many with balconies and views over the courtyard. All homes feature fully fitted kitchens with integrated appliances, fitted bathrooms, central heating, double glazing and pre-fitted TV and telephone wiring. The high ceilings and large windows that are a legacy of the building’s previous incarnation will serve the new apartments well, imparting all-important space and light.
Apartments at Stratford Square currently start at £338,995. Sales offices and fully furnished show homes are open Thursday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm and Monday from 2pm to 6pm. For further information call the main sales office on 020 8519 9658.

EastSide, a collection of 132 apartments, from studios to two-bedrooms, offers one of the best locations in terms of proximity to the 2012 Games.
Just a short walk from the future site of the Olympic village and stadium, EastSide will also offer further benefits that will accrue from London’s selection as host city: new swimming, cycling and hockey facilities in Stratford (just four minutes away by DLR) and the upgrading of Mile End Stadium. The local economy in Bow is also due to benefit immensely during the run-up to the Games. EastSide, developed by Widacre Homes and Circle 33 Lifespace, also offers that irresistible benefit – very affordable prices. The second phase with apartments in the Soho building is now 50 per cent sold; prices currently start at £189,950 for one-bedroom apartments and £242,450 for two-bedroom apartments. For further sales information call Strettons Residential on 020 7422 0989. Visit eastside-e3.com.

The East End is continuing its transformation into a cosmopolitan, vibrant and much sought after destination. Following its success at Urban Island in Bromley-By-Bow, Countryside Properties is now set to play a main role in the regeneration of the area with its brand new landmark development Space2 at Bethnal Green.

Space2 will comprise 258 one and two bedroom apartments and two and three bedroom duplex apartments and will include a variety of apartment types, ranging from 529 sq ft to 1,445 sq ft, all featuring modern stylish interiors.  

In contrast to the sleek towers of Canary Wharf to the South and the nearby Georgian terraces of Tredegar Square, the striking apartment buildings at Space2 mirror the curve of the canal and eye-catching larch and coloured panelling accentuates their location.     

Internally, there is an excellent choice of layouts to meet most lifestyle needs with spaces that flow easily into each other.  Kitchen and living spaces are open plan with a contemporary and stylish specification.

Bathrooms and en-suites are elegant and clean with chrome and walnut accessories whilst bedrooms can be as minimalist or cosy as the owner chooses.

A typical two bedroom apartment has an open plan kitchen and reception area with a balcony overlooking Meath Gardens Park, a master bedroom with en-suite shower room, second bedroom and main bathroom. Some of the duplex penthouse units have semi -circular rooms with sweeping walls, inviting imaginative interior design.
 
Apartments are set in green and leafy surroundings overlooking Meath Gardens Park and adjacent to the Grand Union canal. The innovative Mile End Park and lively Victoria Park are also within easy reach, providing over 400 acres of open space and parkland nearby that creates an oasis of calm away from the city.
Brick Lane, Hoxton and Shoreditch are all on the doorstep, and Space2 not only offers a stylish new home but also a great social life and an exciting area of London to discover. The markets at Spitalfields and Columbia Road are perfect for whiling away hours at the weekend with the bars and cafés on Hoxton Square offering the ideal after work drink.
Bow Wharf, a brand new complex - close to the Roman Road - provides a Fitness First leisure centre, Fat Cat café and bar, Jongleurs comedy club, and many more shops bars and restaurants all within a short walk from the development.

Space2 is within walking distance of three underground stations providing easy access to the City, and allowing you to be in the centre of town on the central and district lines from Mile End, Bethnal Green and Stepney Green in around 15 minutes.
Stratford, set to be the centre of the 2012 Games is only one tube stop from Mile End on the Central Line, bringing a host of new leisure and sporting facilities within easy reach.
Tony Travers, Subsidiary Managing Director of Countryside Properties commented: “This area is continuing to grow in popularity with the announcement that London will host the 2012 Olympics.  The ongoing regeneration initiatives such as Space2 will put the East End firmly on the map as a buoyant residential location.  Residents at Space2 will enjoy a great parkland location in a highly exciting area of London that is also close to the City.”

Prices at Space2 start from £205,000 for a one bedroom apartment and £245,000 for a two bedroom apartment and penthouses at £399,9501. For further details, please visit www.space2london.com

Tempus, South Woodford, London E18
 
Tempus, a Higgins Homes development in South Woodford, London E18, comprises 37 contemporary one and two bedroom apartments and three bedroom penthouses. A former Ford garage, the development consists of two buildings, one new build and the other a conversion, incorporating the front section of the former building and its distinctive landmark clock. Located within the attractive conservation area of South Woodford, the gated development is set within landscaped communal gardens. All of the apartments have a private balcony or a patio and the penthouses incorporate spectacular, ‘wrap-around’ terraces. There is also secure, off-street parking.
 
The apartments feature a high standard of specification, and include designer kitchens by Urban Myth, an integrated fridge/freezer, washer dryer and dishwasher and high quality Smeg appliances including an electric oven and gas hob.
 
Tempus is located within walking distance of the lively local restaurant, bar and shopping scene. South Woodford Underground station (Central Line) is less than half a mile away, and is just seven stops from Liverpool Street Station. The North Circular, M25 and M11 are nearby, providing access to Stansted Airport which is approximately 27 miles away.
 
Prices: From £295,000 for a two bedroom, two bathroom apartment.

Sales contact details: Call Higgins Homes on telephone: 020 8498 9700 or visit the website: www.higginshomes.co.uk

Rydon Homes has just opened the doors to its chic new show apartment at the Nordic Apartments in Shadwell, E1, one of the hottest locations for 2006.
Located on the fifth floor of the Ikon building, one of three buildings at the stunning new scheme, the two bedroom show apartment offers 677sqft of accommodation.  The kitchen is open plan to the living area, which leads out onto a balcony providing stunning views of the City.  
The kitchens at Nordic Apartments are a fusion of practicality with contemporary simplicity and style. Elegant and versatile storage is combined with attractive details, including laminate work surfaces with glass up stands, integrated appliances to include oven, hob, hood, combi microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washer dryer and waste disposal.
The master bedroom suite features fitted wardrobes and an en-suite facility while the second bedroom, which is also a double room, has fitted wardrobes and access to a separate bathroom.

Robert Kerr, Marketing Manager for Rydon Homes comments: “The Nordic Apartments offer a range of ultra-cool modern homes, from single bedroom living utilising a flexible open plan approach to spacious two bedroom penthouses with private balconies.  The new show apartment reflects a relaxed and comfortable lifestyle with chilled out naturally toned interiors to enable residents to create a surrounding that suits them most.”
Located just 400 metres from the River Thames, and just ten minutes from Canary Wharf, The Nordic Apartments is a collection 97 one, two and three bedroom apartments.  Many of the apartments have spacious open plan layouts, and there are some exclusive two bedroom penthouses with private balconies or terraces available.

Accessibility from Nordic Apartments is second to none. Shadwell’s DLR and tube stations are just 800 metres along Cable Street, putting the rest of London within easy reach. The West End is a 17 minute journey and Bank just four minutes. Canary Wharf is 10 minutes away in the opposite direction and less than 20 minutes on foot via the Thames riverside walk.

Rydon Homes new marketing suite and show apartment at the Nordic Apartments is open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and at other times, strictly by appointment only.

Prices start from £189,950.  For further information, contact the Marketing Suite and Show Apartment on 0207 780 1580, or visit the development’s website at www.nordic-cool.co.uk

Prices at The Water Gardens start from £330,000 for a two bedroom, two bathroom apartment and agents for the development, King Sturge Residential, estimate that over the next five years the regeneration of Canada Water could see capital value growth of up to 20% for properties in the district, making it the ideal chance to invest in an area set to receive £1billion of private and public investment over the next five years.

The planned regeneration of Canada Water will transform the area into a highly sought after address that compliments neighbouring Canary Wharf. The apartments at The Water Gardens are an ideal investment for those looking to venture into an up-and-coming area of regeneration for investment purposes. With London’s recent successful bid to host the 2012 Olympics, properties in the Docklands area can only become more attractive as an investment proposition.
The Water Gardens will be one of the most prestigious developments in the Canada Water region, and will provide 242 new homes, including one, two and three-bedroom apartments designed around a central water garden piazza. The central water garden will combine water reflection pools, lawns, walkways and seating areas with covered gated parking facilities available to purchase, and commercial space fronting on to the Albion Channel, ideal for cafés, shops, or offices.
For further information on The Water Gardens please call 0845 606 6929. The nearest tube to King Sturge’s Westferry Circus offices is Canary Wharf on the Jubilee Line and Docklands Light Railway.

The worlds of football and property are increasingly linked. We look at two upcoming London events that mix the beautiful game and some beautiful new homes

The football scene been popping up in property news quite a lot lately, with both the players and the grounds getting involved in London’s exciting home-buying scene. A pair of upcoming events is further evidence that the beautiful game and desirable properties are well suited.
Chelsea Football Club’s Drake Suite at Stamford Bridge Stadium is the setting for a celebrity event to be held on 7 February from 7pm to 9.30pm. New Era Wealth Management, in association with Berkeley Homes and Jonathan Power Properties, will present the final phase at Senses South, an exclusive investment opportunity at Chelsea Bridge Wharf.

In association with this event, a celebrity auction is to be held on behalf of CLIC Sargent – caring for children with cancer – who are Chelsea FC’s centenary charity of choice.
An impressive selection of the great and the good of the sporting world will be attending. There will be an introductory speech by Sir Bobby Robson, along with presentations by Berkeley Homes and Knight Frank. And clients of both New Era and Jonathan Power who have already invested in the development will also be attending; besides various Chelsea players, there will be world boxing champion Joe Calazaghe, as well as footballers Andy Cole, Robbie Savage, Craig Bellamy, Muzzy Izzet, Darren Ward, Jody Morris, Frank Sinclair and Lee Hendrie.

New Era Wealth Management is a company set up by Jamie Moralee, the ex-Watford and Millwall footballer, and Frank Sinclair, the Burnley captain and ex-Chelsea and Jamaican international. The company is fast building a reputation in wealth management, mainly by building up a strong property portfolio for its high-net-worth clientele – including footballers and other sportsmen, as well as those in the entertainment industry.
New Era has now joined forces with Jonathan Power Properties, suppliers of specialised property investment services to many of the county’s elite sportsmen and women, some of whom are mentioned above. And this event looks set to usher in a phase of even stronger connections between the worlds of sport and property.
Apartments at Senses South range in price from £520,000 to £660,000. Contact Berkeley Homes on 020 7720 4000.

Meanwhile, potential investors looking for one of the best deals in London should head to VizioN7, a residential development by joint venture partners Taylor Woodrow and George Wimpey, in conjunction with Arsenal Football Club. An event is being held on 4 February between10am and 2pm.
Those who reserve a selected plot on this day will be assured of a great deal as VizioN7 will be offering a seven per cent gross rental guarantee for a full two years.  In addition, legal fees will be paid and the apartments will include a superb furniture package therefore giving buyers a fully equipped investment in one easy step.

’This is a fantastic opportunity and a great way for buyers to invest with complete confidence,’ explained Niki Turner, sales and marketing director for George Wimpey City. ‘Those who come along to the event will be able to see for themselves just how easy it is to invest in property, with the assurance of a healthy return on their money for two years.’
Furthermore, VizioN7 will also offer – on selected plots - the added bonus of a highly sought-after Arsenal Football Club season ticket for the first season in the new Emirates Stadium. Conditions apply. Prices start at £249,000. Call 020 7700 7555 to find out more.
 

This ambitious development on the Bedfordshire/Hertfordshire border is one of the South East’s most desirable places to buy.
With an increasing shortage of available land for housing and pressure from the government to take more care of the environment, making the most of existing space is high on developers’ list of priorities these days. And developments such as Fairfield Park do exactly that.

Fairfield Park is an imaginative project in Arlesey, Bedfordshire, breathing new life into a former Grade II Victorian mental asylum and its 173 acres of grounds. The hospital was closed down in 1999 and became derelict, and is now the centre of a multi-million-pound scheme in which a consortium of builders will provide around 1,000 new homes.

The regeneration aspect of Fairfield Park is not its only attraction. Villages are racing back into fashion, popular with those who are tired of the anonymity of the cities and keen to be part of a community; and this collection of homes is perfect in that respect. Not only does it offer communal space and facilities for all residents, it also offers proximity to excellent transport links so that those who work in the cities can have the best of both worlds.

The setting is fantastic – Fairfield Park is situated in mature parkland just a short drive from the towns of Letchworth and Hitchin, and is only two miles from junction 10 of the A1(M). There is easy access to London via railway stations at Hitchin, Letchworth and Arlesey – all of these stations run regular services to King’s Cross. And for frequent flyers, Luton Airport is just over ten miles away.
Fairfield Park is ideal for families. Educationally, the area is served well with pre-school, nursery, primary and secondary schools in Stotfold, Arlesey, Letchworth and Hitchin, as well as North Herts College, which offers further education opportunities. These nearby towns also offer a wealth of leisure, entertainment and shopping facilities, including cinemas, swimming pools, sports centres, golf courses, restaurants, bars and clubs.

Stamford Homes offers wonderful homes in a prime Fairfield Park setting. There is a range of stunning three- and four-bedroom terraced and detached family homes, including the impressive three-bedroom Newton design, which currently has a series of special offers available on plot 137.
Living and sleeping areas are spread over three spacious floors and can be adapted to suit individual requirements and lifestyle needs. Priced at £375,000, the Newton comes with free carpets throughout, as well as turfed and landscaped gardens. Stamford Homes is offering three per cent deposit paid, which marks an extra saving of £11,250.

Prices at Stamford Homes’ development at Fairfield Park start at £255,000. The sales office and show home are open daily from 10.30am to 5pm. Contact the sales team on 01426 835192.
Bryant Homes has just launched its Fairfield Park development. The selection of unique one-bedroom apartments and two-, three- and four-bedroom homes is available for house hunters to buy off-plan. A show home is planned for later in the year.

Bryant Homes’ prestigious development will offer a wide range of house styles to suit all needs. The Barns is an imaginative refurbishment on the grounds of the 19th-century Fairfield Hospital – a magnificent Grade II listed landmark featuring one bedroom apartments and two bedroom homes. Three-bedroom homes will also be available, along with a single four-bedroom property called the Farmhouse, a spacious family home with contemporary styling and features, two en-suite bathrooms, three reception rooms and a large kitchen/breakfast room.
All the homes are built to a high specification with double glazing, gas central heating, fitted kitchens with oven, hob and hood, integrated appliances including fridge freezer, washer dryer and dishwasher and ceramic floor and wall tiles. 

This exclusive new development from Bryant Homes follows on from the company’s other successful developments in the area including Northfield Grange and Grange View.
Regional senior sales manager, Heather Holl, said: ‘We expect our Fairfield Park development to attract a great deal of attention from house hunters as Bryant is well known in the area. Not only will purchasers be attracted to the unique lifestyle and stunning surroundings that the development will have to offer, there is also the added convenience of great commuter links.’
Prices for these stunning new properties start from just £175,000. Call the marketing suite, open daily, on 01462 733785.

Miller Homes currently offers properties ranging from two to five bedrooms. With two-bedroom apartments priced from £189,950 and ready to move into, there will definitely be a lot of interest from first-time buyers. These are ‘detached’ apartments built over garage blocks and finished to an excellent specification.
The range of houses includes the popular Alice design, a three-bedroom terraced home, available from only £229,950. There are also four-bedroom houses, many including such features as a garden room or family room, priced from £334,995. Top of the range is the Victoria five-bedroom home, priced at £549,995.
Miller Homes at Fairfield Park is located off the Hitchin Road out of nearby Stotfold. The sales centre is open daily from 10am to 5pm and can be contacted on 0845 676 0171.
Charles Church has a wide range of homes at Fairfield Park, including two-, three-, four-, five- and six-bedroom homes, each designed in keeping with the Victorian style of the development.
Prices currently range from £179,995 to £619,995. The sales office is open 11am to 5pm. For further information call 01462 835407.

Charles Church has announced the launch of a second phase of luxurious new homes. The
selection of 28 newly designed properties with include some with beautiful views of the surrounding parkland. The homes offer purchasers the opportunity to buy a Charles Church home designed specifically to complement its natural surroundings and established properties in the area.
Each home features superb levels of specification, including a well-planned and imaginatively-designed kitchen fitted with a luxurious range of units including oven, hob, and hood, as well as integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer. The spacious living area is ideal for the family to relax in together and boasts superb French doors which flood the room with natural light.
The lavish master bedroom comes with its own en suite shower room for added convenience. Further bedrooms will be served by the main family bathroom featuring sleek white sanitaryware and enhanced by chrome fittings.
For further information or to register your interest please contact Charles Church North London on 0845 121 2211 or visit charleschurch.com.

Twigden Homes will be developing over eight acres of the Fairfield Park project, creating a variety of Victorian-style houses and paying particular attention to detail. Care has been taken to ensure that the development is sympathetically designed to blend with surrounding countryside and architecture.
Twigden’s contribution to Fairfield Park will be built in four phases and will offer a range of house types from two to six bedrooms, terraced to detached. Interiors will include both traditional Victorian-style and contemporary designs.
The sales office is open daily. Call 01462 683537.

Wokingham, Berkshire

Braybrook is Millgate Homes’ development of just eight one- and two-bedroom apartments on Finchampstead Road. Half of the apartments were reserved in the first three weeks. The location is peaceful yet within half a mile of the town centre and easy reach of with the M3, M4 and M25 motorways. Prices range from £175,000 to £275,000. Call Prospects on 0118 979 7775.

Ashford, Kent

Great Homes Ltd offers Windsor Court in Singleton, a collection of sheltered apartments for buyers of 55 years and over currently under construction. The gated development, located in Hoxton Close, will feature 46 one- and two-bedroom apartments. Security includes CCTV entry, a duty manager and a 24-hour support and careline facility through specialist company Peverel. Due for completion this spring. Call 08000 28 8177

Kenley, Surrey

At Kenley Park, Linden Homes offers the ultimate part-exchange plan: they will buy your present home! Valuations are carried out and an offer made within seven days, making for a less stressful move. The development, which is situated in mature tree-lined cul-de-sacs, has 58 three-bedroom homes, each with a spacious layout and high level of specification. Prices from £314,995. Call 020 8668 4119.

Bromley, Kent

South East Living has been granted planning permission for a site on Sherman Road, which will provide both new homes and offices. The mixed-use scheme, which will be brought to the market at the end of the year, is sure to be as successful as current Kent schemes from the developer such as MVS in Beckenham and Styles Court in Paddock Wood. Call 020 8851 3938.

Shefford, Bedfordshire

In the picture-perfect village of Clifton, George Wimpey offers a range of new homes, priced from £197,995. The three-bedroom Tebworth and Twyford designs are currently available. The Twyford has a large, square combined living room/dining area with French doors to the rear garden as well as a kitchen/breakfast area. Visit the sales centre, located off Pedley Lane, or call 01462 817576 for more information.

Seaford, East Sussex

Headfind Developments is selling apartments at Claremont Quays, located in this delightful coastal resort between Brighton and Eastbourne. Secure underground parking and sea views (pictured) are just two of the benefits of buying at Claremont Quays. Prices for the two- and three-bedroom apartments start at £225,950 and there are many incentives available to help purchasers. Call 01323 490300 or 01403 783830 to find out more.

Slough, Berkshire

Investors will be very interested in KingsOak Thames Valley’s Centrika development, especially with the current offer of a guaranteed rental income of eight per cent for two years on selected plots. Conditions apply. The development is on Bath Road, well connected for London commuting via road or rail. Prices from £219,995. The marketing suite is location on Windsor Road. Call 01753 574262 for more information.

Tatsfield, Kent

At Asprey Homes’ Village Place, the three-bedroom Cadogan show home has been released for sale as the last home remaining. The beautiful Paula Rosa kitchen has integrated appliances such as an electric oven, chimney extractor hood and Bosch fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. The home is priced at £310,00 and Asprey Homes is also offering part-exchange for a hassle-free move. Call 01959 540259.

With its knack for building chic, affordable apartments, Telford Homes truly knows today’s buyer. We look on as a new scheme is unveiled.

The Telford ethos is simple but effective: provide buyers with apartments that are not only in an excellent location and high-quality but also well priced. This approach has served both home buyers and Telford well. And as the latest development is prepared for launch, we find Telford thinking outside the box geographically while continuing to apply the same high standards of design, specification and commuter convenience that have driven all previous schemes.

Called Cosmopolitan, this new development will consist of 69 one- and two-bedroom apartments for private sale. The stylish new residential scheme is situated in Enfield, north London, and aims to combine contemporary style and quality with fantastic value for money. Called. Telford Homes is hosting a launch event on Sunday  5 February from 11am to 5pm at Bar-Ten in Silver Street, Enfield. Prospective buyers, who will undoubtedly include the repeat purchasers for whom all Telford schemes make such inviting investment buys, are invited to phone or register online now at telfordhomes.plc.uk.
Prices are expected to start from just £135,000 for a contemporary studio apartment – including a parking space! – and this is an ideal price bracket for the young demographic that can be found in Enfield. Here, 49 per cent of the population is under the age of 34.

Cosmopolitan is located in an established residential area, with excellent transport links for those who prefer to work in the capital while residing in a more quiet environment. Both Bush Hill Park and Southbury stations are within walking distance of the development, and both offer connections to London Liverpool Street in less than half an hour. For car commuters, the A10 provides fast road links into and out of London.

Enfield is one of London’s largest boroughs, being home to nearly 300,000 people. The suburb provides excellent amenities with five shopping centres and a range of leisure facilities: cinemas, bars and restaurants and Lee Valley Leisure Centre- one of north London’s largest leisure complexes with gym, pool and facilities for racquet sports.

Sheena Ellwood, sales and marketing director of Telford Homes, comments: ‘Cosmopolitan is an exceptional scheme that will especially provide younger purchasers with an excellent opportunity to invest and live in one of the capital’s most up-and-coming areas. We wanted to create vibrant, desirable housing for the 21st century and I believe we’ve done just that. We’re delighted to offer top-quality apartments that combine contemporary design with affordability and convenience.’
For further sales information call local selling agents Lanes on 020 8342 3795 or Telford Homes on 0870 872 0987. To register online visit telfordhomes.plc.uk.

Waterloo SE1, London

The Bench comprises one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, some of which benefit from either a balcony or terrace with excellent views over the city skyline. The specification includes gas central heating with stylish contemporary tubular heaters, wiring for plasma screens and surround sound, communal Sky TV connection, chrome downlights and electrical fittings, burglar alarms, veneered oak flooring in the living room and limestone hallways. Kitchens have Neff appliances and granite work surfaces, while bathrooms include CP Hart Philippe Starck limestone-finished suites with sunken baths in a limestone surround, and there are fitted wardrobes to bedrooms. Nearby Southwark station gives access to the West End, Canary Wharf, City Airport and Waterloo rail station. There is an NHBC guarantee and 999-year lease. Call Deco Design & Build on 020 8313 1411 or visit or northstar-2000.com.

Merstham, Surrey

At exclusive Pullman Place, developer Charles Church has released a new phase of luxury apartments. This intimate development consists of just 12 superb two-bedroom apartments offering the very best in open-plan contemporary living. Merstham is just two miles from Redhill and has excellent transport links. Prices from £220,000. Call the sales office Thursday to Monday on 01737 648248 or selling agents Connells on 01737 774277.

Newbury Park, Essex

Higgins Homes offers London-style bespoke designer living with its impressive Aria development. The striking, asymmetrical building houses just nine two-bedroom apartments and a one-bedroom apartment, all with good natural light courtesy of large windows and double-sized French doors to balconies. One- and two-bedroom apartments are priced at £179,950 and £219,950 respectively (less five per cent assisted deposit). Call 020 3022 9009 or see higginshomes.co.uk.

Sunningdale, Berkshire

Bewley Homes launches a collection of stylish apartments at Wilbury Lodge on 28 January. The building resembles a large Georgian-style country house rather than an apartment building and contains 15 luxury two-bedroom apartments. The location, in a tree-lined residential road in the heart of this sought-after town, is ideal. Each apartment has two secure parking spaces and individual storage. Prices from £399,950. Call 0118 970 8222.

West Molesey, Surrey

George Wimpey West London has unveiled its new development, The Works, which was launched from the nearby Avantgarde development. This collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments is situated on Pool Road and will be ready to move into late this year. Prices start at just £184,995 for a one-bedroom apartment and £218,995 for a two-bedroom apartment - very affordable for the area. Call 020 8979 8950.

Ipswich, Suffolk

Persimmon Homes Essex releases Jutland block at its flagship waterfront development Orwell Quay. The 24 one- and two-bedroom apartments have been designed with local buyers and key workers in mind. To celebrate the release, for a limited period only Persimmon is offering five per cent deposit paid, carpets and stamp duty paid on all apartments in the block. Prices from an astounding £124,750. Call 01473 286105.

Crawley, West Sussex

Investors are flocking to Redrow’s Porterhouse development, which boasts a location adjacent to Three Bridges station and only ten minutes from Gatwick Airport. There will be a mix of one- and two-bedroom properties in four separate buildings between two and six storeys high. An electronically gated entrance will lead to secure surface and underground parking. Prices start at £169,000. Call 01293 532165.

The 2012 Olympics have already given the east London property scene a boost. Johnny Turner sees what’s happening in the new homes market.

W ith the Olympics on their way to the capital, the scramble is on to create the kind of London that is suited to holding such a high-profile event. The very infrastructure of east London will be reimagined, with an Olympic stadium and village as well as improved transport and amenities. There is also the housing element – not the first thing many think of when it comes to the Games but crucial none the less.

With thousands of apartments being built in and near the east London epicentre of the 2012 Olympics, developers and prospective buyers alike have sensed a rare opportunity. The result is an unprecedented level of popularity for homes in this area. And it’s not as if east London had not been reinventing itself for the past decade or so; many have already taken advantage of excellent proximity to the City and Canary Wharf and made their home there. The Olympics will be the phenomenon that puts the icing on the cake in terms of the desirability of the E-postcode section of London.
The Nordic Apartments is a great example of a high-spec development in a very convenient East End location. The Rydon Homes scheme is not only very close to the planned Olympic sites but is also amazingly well placed for commuters. It is within walking distance of Canary Wharf and great for the Square Mile.

Located just 400m from the River Thames and just ten minutes’ walk from Canary Wharf, this collection of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments is perfect for today’s busy professional. Shadwell DLR and tube are just 800m away, putting the rest of London within easy reach; Bank, for instance, is only four minutes away by DLR.

The high specification is yet another draw, both for owner-occupiers and investment buyers. Many of the apartments have spacious open-plan layouts and there are some exclusive two- and three-bedroom penthouses with private balconies or terraces as well. Stylish kitchens by Commodore boast a full range of appliances, while bathrooms have elegant white suites. There is wooden flooring to the kitchen, living area and hallways.

In the Ikon building two-bedroom apartments start at £ 293,950; the Arta building features one-bedroom apartments from £ 189,950; and there are still apartments available in the Stylus building, where two-beds are priced from £ 245,000. The marketing suite is open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm – and at other times strictly by appointment. Call 020 7780 1580 or visit nordic-cool.co.uk.
EastSide, a collection of 132 apartments, from studios to two-bedrooms, offers one of the best locations in terms of proximity to the 2012 Games.

Just a short walk from the future site of the Olympic village and stadium, EastSide will also offer further benefits that will accrue from London’s selection as host city: new swimming, cycling and hockey facilities in Stratford (just four minutes away by DLR) and the upgrading of Mile End Stadium. The local economy in Bow is also due to benefit immensely during the run-up to the Games. EastSide, developed by Widacre Homes and Circle 33 Lifespace, also offers that irresistible benefit – very affordable prices. The second phase with apartments in the Soho building is now 50 per cent sold; prices currently start at £189,950 for one-bedroom apartments and £242,450 for two-bedroom apartments. For further sales information call Strettons Residential on 020 7422 0989. Visit eastside-e3.com.

In Clapton, Altius is a distinctive development offering good commuter links as well as proximity to the Olympics. Located in Mount Pleasant Hill, minutes from Stratford.
The development offers major road links, with the A10, A13 and M25 within easy reach. Clapton train station is just three minutes’ walk away, providing very quick services into Liverpool Street as well as out of London to Chingford and Hertford.
A city centre location with the benefit of water and parkland nearby, Clapton is one of the greenest areas of the inner city offerin