Berkeley has brought forward a new collection of houses at Holborough Lakes, its picturesque neighbourhood in Kent, conveniently located in the southern commuter belt.
Parkside offers great options for every type of buyer, whether they're looking to step on to the property ladder, up- or downsize. Comprising a range of beautifully appointed two, three, four and five-bedroom houses, Parkside will appeal to those already familiar with the Kent area as well as Londoners seeking more space for their money and access to nature.
Spacious homes in a variety of layouts
The new phase of homes is designed to provide ample space inside and out. The layout of every house has been carefully considered to reflect the needs of the modern buyer, incorporating flexible rooms and areas that are either designated for homeworking, or can be easily transformed into a home office.
The two-bedroom coach houses at Parkside are cleverly arranged to maximise the square footage and feature a Juliette balcony. An excellent option for first-time buyers, these homes have large open-plan living areas, ideal for entertaining. The second bedroom can be used as a guest bedroom or a home office thanks to the abundance of natural light.
Meanwhile, there are four different configurations of the four-bedroom houses at Parkside available, offering maximum appeal. The Petworth, for example, is arranged over three floors, which gives buyers plenty of privacy. With a balcony and a garden, there will be no shortage of outdoor space. The Avington has dedicated home office space in addition to the bedrooms, making it a fantastic option for bigger families.
All of the houses at Parkside feature immaculately finished interiors, with individually designed fully fitted kitchens with soft close doors and drawers, and laminate worktops. Every property features integrated Bosch appliances, including an oven, microwave, induction hob, extractor, fridge/freezer, and washing machine.
Primary bedrooms feature built-in wardrobes, as well as en-suite bathrooms with recessed mirrored bathroom cabinets and sleek white washbasins with designer taps. The three, four and five-bedroom homes feature a cloak room.
The bedrooms and staircases benefit from luxury carpet, while the kitchen, dining and living areas have wood-effect laminate flooring, stylish and easy to maintain.
Mary O'Sullivan, sales and marketing director at Berkeley Eastern Counties, comments: "Parkside has launched at a time when we're experiencing a high demand for houses at Holborough Lakes.
"Thanks to its unique lakeside location, Holborough Lakes has been hugely successful, with numerous residents recommending it to friends. We've seen high numbers of repeat buyers - 12 per cent of all purchasers within the previous two phases had previously lived at Holborough Lakes, which highlights the desirable location we have developed here. We're excited to see more people join this mature and welcoming community in commuter-friendly Kent."
Picturesque location in the heart of Kent
Located in a picture-perfect setting in the heart of Kent, Holborough Lakes is a well-established waterside community created by Berkeley, featuring a wide range of contemporary houses and apartments in a charming rural setting.
Set around a village green with an array of walking trails across the development, Holborough Lakes boasts numerous on-site amenities, among which are M&S Simply Food, a gym, Benjamin Rabbit Nursery, Valley Invicta Primary School, a full-time estate manager and a residents' association, which organises regular events.
Eco-haven on your doorstep
Spanning 72-acres, Holborough Lakes is surrounded by the North Downs and features neatly landscaped grounds. With trim trails and the village green, surrounded by woodlands and rolling hills of the wider countryside, homes at Holborough Lakes could not be better positioned for lovers of the great outdoors.
Berkeley has planted over 400 trees on the site, in addition to the 200 already established, as well as wildflower corners, lakeside reed habitats, ladybird logs and bat boxes that provide homes for 17 different bird species, including pied wagtails and house martins: living at Holborough Lakes means being in sync with nature.
The two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Kent Downs and High Weald - are located a short distance from the development, which makes them a good option for a weekend hike.
Rural living less than an hour from London
Holborough Lakes' location is great for those commuting into London. Nearby Snodland train station offers links to St Pancras International in just 41 minutes and Stratford International in 37 minutes. There is also a direct bus from Manley Boulevard to Canary Wharf and Fenchurch Street, with journey times of 1hr and 5 mins and 1 hr and 27 minutes, respectively. By car, the M20 and M2 are both easily accessed from Holborough Lakes and provide connections to the M25 and wider road network.
Prices at Parkside start from £357,000, with Help to Buy available on selected plots. For more information or to make an appointment to visit the development, please visit www.berkeleygroup.co.uk.