THIS AWARD WILL BE LOOKING FOR SMALL DEVELOPMENTS THAT HAVE USED THE BEST DESIGN AND QUALITY TO CREATE DESIRABLE, AFFORDABLE AND INSPIRING ENVIRONMENTS IN WHICH PEOPLE WISH TO SET UP THEIR FIRST HOME. THIS AWARD IS FOR SCHEMES OF UP TO 80 HOMES. Best Sma /Medium Dev opment
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PEABODY NEW HOMES | HONEYBROOKE
NHG HOMES | CASTLE & VICTORIA
With views across the rolling countryside, Honeybrooke by Peabody New Homes is nestled within the quaint Buckinghamshire village of Stoke Hammond. Comprising two, three and four
Bringing a piece of historic London back to life, NHG Homes’ Castle & Victoria is a boutique collection of 28 apartments set across four charmingly restored Victorian buildings. Offering homes
bedroom shared ownership homes, Honeybrooke is expertly designed with sustainable and contemporary living in mind. An unmissable opportunity for aspiring first time buyers, this development is now fully reserved. Taking advantage of the sloping landscape, homes at Honeybrooke are carefully positioned to capture exceptional views of open countryside. For quintessential country living, breathtaking green spaces and traditional village pubs are moments away, while nearby Milton Keynes means buyers are not far from shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. More than just an affordable route to homeownership, Honeybrooke is creating a dynamic new community. New landscaped gardens mirror the surrounding greenery and establish space to meet and socialise. With families in mind, a new children’s play area means parents don’t have to venture far to entertain their children.
through shared ownership, the development presents a unique opportunity to get on the property ladder in Westminster – one of London’s most sought-after areas. Attention to detail underpins the high-quality features of the open-plan apartments, including brushed gold kitchen taps and solid core timber flush doors. These are homes designed for the modern buyer, with style and quality at the forefront. Much of what makes London an iconic global city is right on the doorstep: Buckingham Palace, the River Thames, leafy Hyde Park, Westminster, the illustrious Royal Albert Hall and much more. The Zone 1 location and excellent transport connections mean that Castle & Victoria provides a pocket of tranquillity within grasp of the city’s boundless charms and magical history.
SOUTHERN HOUSING | OLD PORTSMOUTH ROAD
SETTLE | ORCHARD CLOSE
Old Portsmouth Road from Southern Housing is a boutique development of 12 beautifully designed two and three bedroom shared ownership houses, set in the heart of Guildford, one of the
Situated in the quiet, desirable village of Upper Gravenhurst in Bedfordshire, Orchard Close comprises 53 affordable homes. Thirty-five two and three bedroom shared ownership and 18 socially rented homes
most affluent parts of the country, and surrounded by swathes of idyllic Surrey countryside and rolling hills. Sympathetically blending with Guildford’s historic architecture, all homes have been designed in the style of nearby 20th century properties. A rare offering for this expensive commuter town, shared ownership homes at Old Portsmouth Road launched off-plan at the end of September 2023, with five of the homes reserved in one day. Within just a few months, all shared ownership homes had been fully sold off-plan. Priced from £155,750 for a 35% share of a two bedroom house, the development has provided local first time buyers with a much-needed, affordable route on to Guildford’s property ladder, with all units going exclusively to local buyers.
combine to offer a close community feeling. All homes were designed to complement the local landscape and make the most of the views of the rolling countryside. The traditional brickwork exterior and canopy entrance details, with some homes incorporating quoin detailing, create a neighbourhood that complements the existing homes in the village. Each home has something special to offer for those looking to be part of a community; the three bedroom houses are ideal for families, while the two bedrooms are perfect for both professional couples starting out and the more mature residents. Not only did Orchard Close improve the local community by adding 53 much-needed affordable homes to the area; the village school benefited from its outdoor areas being refurbished.
READERS’ AWARDS buyer
94 First Time Buyer June/July 2024
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