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Known as the “Garden of England”’ with its beautiful rolling hills, 350-mile stretch of sandy beaches and chalky cliffs, it may come as a surprise to house hunters that Kent is one of the most affordable places to live in the South East. For buyers keen on moving into the area and making the most of unrivalled scenery and accompanying house prices, Elivia Homes has recently unveiled a new show home at Lanthorne Place. Situated just moments from the coastline in Broadstairs, a selection of properties at Lanthorne Place also fall under the Stamp Duty threshold, making a new home in the picturesque county even more affordable FALL IN LOVE WITH A HOME IN ONE OF THE SOUTH’S MOST AFFORDABLE COUNTIES
from two bedroom houses that make the ideal first home, to larger family houses and smaller apartments for downsizers, there truly is something for everyone.” Nestled on a quiet residential road, Lanthorne Place is home to 53 beautifully designed properties ranging from one to four bedrooms. The Appledore is a shining example of the exceptional quality available to buyers. On the ground floor of the property, an entrance hallway leads into an open-plan living/dining room with French doors on to the private garden. A separate kitchen, complete with an integrated fridge- freezer, washer-dryer and dishwasher, offers a stylish, functional space to prepare meals. Upstairs, the landing leads into a large main bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en suite shower room. Two further bedrooms and a sizeable family bathroom with contemporary white sanitaryware complete the first floor. Externally, The Appledore also comes with a managed car barn and separate car parking space. Broadstairs’ eclectic town centre is just a 20-minute walk from Lanthorne Place, where residents will find a selection of shops, restaurants, bars and leisure
amenities. No matter the season, the Charles Dickens pub, Thirty-Nine Steps Brewhouse and Bessie’s Tea Parlour are delightfully inviting, as is the fine dining on offer at Stark. The local area is home to a wealth of Outstanding-rated educational establishments, including eight within a three-mile radius of the development. St Mildred’s Primary Infant School, Upton Junior School, Dane Court Grammar School and Broadstairs College between them cater for children at all stages of their educational journey. Homebuyers at Lanthorne Place are conveniently located for commuting, and travel across the South East and beyond. The popular seaside town of Ramsgate is a 12-minute drive away, while Broadstairs station – a four-minute drive – provides direct train services to London St Pancras (in 80 minutes) and London Victoria (two hours). Elivia Homes is currently offering £5,000 towards moving fees and Stamp Duty on homes under £425,000 at Lanthorne Place. Prices start from £250,000. For further information, visit eliviahomes.co.uk/developments/lanthorne-place
Designed by leading company Blocc Interiors, the new three bedroom show home, The Appledore, will give customers the opportunity to see Elivia Homes’ signature specification first hand, while being able to visualise themselves living in a home at Lanthorne Place. Highlighting the true affordability of homes in Kent, the one bedroom apartments at Lanthorne Place are priced at the Stamp Duty threshold at £250,000, meaning buyers can save on the additional fees that come with buying a home. Lanthorne Place is also the perfect choice for a first home, as a selection of two bedroom homes start from £320,000 and three bedroom homes are priced from £395,000, all falling under the £425,000 Stamp Duty threshold for first time buyers. Philip Brown, Sales and Marketing Director at Elivia Homes, comments, “Kent has always been a desirable place to live. As one of the home counties, its proximity to London has meant that it’s a popular place to settle down for commuters, but it also appeals to those who want to live a slower pace of life. At Lanthorne Place we cater to all of these different buyer profiles,
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