DEVELOPMENT NEWS
A ‘MEWS’ AND DELIGHT IN THE FIRST COLLECTION OF HOUSES AT ACTON GARDENS
31/05/2016
A far cry from its humble origins as quarters for stables and staff, nowadays the mews house is a highly desirable property type in its own right and has never been more popular. The modern take on the mews house offers flexible living accommodation for those who want a home with a traditional feel but 21st century luxury.
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A HAVEN FOR HIKERS AT LITTLE HOLLOWS
31/05/2016
National Walking Month is just around the corner and with around 47% of us in England walking at least five times a week according to a survey by YouGov*, purchasers at award-winning developer Countryside’s superb new development, Little Hollows will be perfectly placed to enjoy the great outdoors.
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DEMAND POURS IN FOR THE AVENUE AT NGV LIVERPOOL
19/05/2016
House builder Countryside has enjoyed early success following the launch of its next phase at The Avenue at NGV Liverpool, reserving 45 of its stunning new homes in just six months. Prices start at £129,950*. More than half of the reservations at The Avenue have come through the popular Help to Buy scheme, where buyers are taking advantage of the 5% deposit in order to enhance their lifestyle in one of Countryside’s high-spec homes.
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SAVVY SAVERS MOVE UP THE HOUSING LADDER FOR LESS AT ELYSIAN FIELDS
19/05/2016
With the current asking price for a five-bedroom property in Horsham averaging at over £865,000, according to Zoopla*, finding a bargain deal can prove difficult in this sought-after location. Savvy savers seeking a large family home, at a lower price, will be pleased to discover Elysian Fields by award winning developer, Countryside, where prices for five-bedroom homes are currently more than £250,000 less than the local average.
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BUY INTO THE BENEFITS OF A NEW BUILD HOME IN NORTH LONDON
18/05/2016
Taking place from 16th May, the Home Builder’s Federation (HBF) will be running New Homes Week working with many of the UKs leading developers to highlight the advantages of buying new. Not only are new homes being created to beat the housing shortage but they are also significantly more cost effective, with the HBF finding that new build homes are at least 50 per cent cheaper to maintain than their Victorian equivalent, due to better insulation and efficient water and heating systems.
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BUY INTO THE BENEFITS OF A NEW COUNTRYSIDE HOME IN LONDON
18/05/2016
Taking place from 16th May, the Home Builder’s Federation (HBF) will be running New Homes Week working with many of the UKs leading developers to highlight the advantages of buying new. Not only are new homes being created to beat the housing shortage but they are also significantly more cost effective, with the HBF finding that new build homes are at least 50 per cent cheaper to maintain than their Victorian equivalent, due to better insulation and efficient water and heating systems.
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COUNTRYSIDE MARITIME SUPPORTS CHATHAM FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL
18/05/2016
For the third year running, Countryside Maritime is the official partner of the Chatham Maritime Food & Drink Festival which returns this Spring Bank Holiday weekend 28-30 May. The event will be held alongside the HMS Chatham Bridge and the Marina, and will provide a fantastic occasion for the whole family to enjoy. With hundreds of Medway locals sampling the foodie vibe and award winning Kent food and drink producers also in attendance, the event has been dubbed a ‘foodies’ dream.
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THE ‘LIZZIE LINE’ EFFECT BROADENS APPEAL OF KINGS PARK FOR BOND STREET BUYERS
17/05/2016
The much anticipated opening of London’s newest train service, The Elizabeth Line, has seen average property values soaring for those living along the route since the project began. Savvy home seekers from across London are now looking to developments near stations benefitting from the new train line, such as Countryside’s Kings Park in Harold Wood,
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DOWNSIZING WITHOUT COMPROMISING AT HARVARD GRANGE
17/05/2016
Downsizing was cited as the single most popular factor for moving in recent research by ¹Lloyds Bank, with nearly half of home movers in the UK planning to downsize in the next three years. However, downsizing is often associated with compromising on space which can be a challenge for many homeowners looking to make the move.
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BEST OF BOTH VIEWS AT THE MOUNT
12/05/2016
The number of commuters spending more than two hours travelling to and from work has risen by 72 per cent in the last decade, according to research conducted by TUC. For buyers looking for a fast commute into the city from a rural environment with green views to bring up their family, The Mount at Mill Hill, NW7 offers an ideal location. Developer Countryside Annington is now selling executive townhouses off-plan, all featuring outdoor spaces including balconies and terraces.
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THE APPEAL OF PEDAL POWER POINTS PURCHASERS TO ABODE
10/05/2016
More than two million people across the country now cycle at least once a week, an all-time high according to ¹British Cycling, the sport’s governing body in the UK. With petrol prices once again on the rise, it is no surprise that the appeal of commuting on two wheels rather than four is increasing and why developments such as award winning developer Countryside’s Abode in Great Kneighton are proving so popular.
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GARDEN CITY HOMES UNDER CONSTRUCTION
10/05/2016
Home builder Countryside has started construction work on the latest phase of homes at Springhead Park in Ebbsfleet Valley. Work is under way to create 123 new homes, of which 25 per cent will be affordable housing, at the development in Northfleet, which forms the first major part of Ebbsfleet Garden City.
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HOMES TO FIT THE FAMILY AT BROOK VALLEY GARDENS
04/05/2016
A recent study by Savills found that in London an average of 31.1% of secondary school applicants miss out on a place at their school of choice. Boasting a number of highly regarded state and independent schools, the London borough of Barnet benefits from having the most available school places for students in the area.
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HOME IS A NATURAL DELIGHT AT ELYSIAN FIELDS
04/05/2016
A new report conducted by Persil claims that 74% of children between the age of 6 and 12 spend less than 60 minutes a day playing outside, which is less than the recommended amount for prison inmates*.
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