Archive for 2005
December 20th, 2005
Demand for good quality homes in Hertfordshire has increased rapidly.* The promise of good educational standards, low crime rate and a strong economy are enticing home buyers from across the UK. Luckily, Banner Homes is building good quality homes throughout this thriving region with its most recent development being Woodgate Mews, off Langley Road in Watford.
Woodgate Mews is an exclusive development of just eight four bedroom townhouses and 14 two bedroom apartments, ideally located for everything Watford has to offer. It seems that the Hertfordshire way of life is creating quite a stir – three apartments were snapped up even before the development’s official launch. The stunning new show apartment is now open and attracting a high number of visitors.
Shelley West, sales manager for Banner Homes says; “We have noticed an increase in demand for quality properties in Hertfordshire and are ensuring that superior homes are being built to help meet this demand. Woodgate Mews, Watford and Rowland Park, Bushey are just two new developments which are appealing to a diverse range of consumers in the region, from young professionals and families to downsizers. The developments are extremely popular – just five properties remain at Rowland Park – indicating that the market for quality homes in the area is strong.”
As Hertfordshire’s largest town, Watford boasts excellent travel connections nestling between the M25 (junction 19) and the M1 (junction 5) motorways. The mainline train station is just a short walk from Woodgate Mews, from where a 20 minute train journey provides easy access to London Euston. Watford Underground also provides fast and frequent services into the capital.
For those who were ‘born to shop’ the legendary indoor Harlequin Shopping Centre, which dominates the heart of the town centre, makes a popular shopping venue. Alternatively the more energetic can take advantage of the abundant fitness and leisure facilities from a round of golf to a relaxing walk with the family in one of the many local parks.
The area certainly does not go to sleep when darkness falls, as Woodgate Mews has a variety of restaurants, pubs, theatres and a Jongleurs Comedy Club within easy walking distance. Only a few miles north of the town, the Woodside Leisure Park includes an eight-screen cinema.
Education in the region is renowned, with local schools including Watford Grammar for Boys, Watford Grammar for Girls, St Margaret’s and St Hilda’s.
A few miles away another Banner Homes development is attracting attention. Rowland Park is a development of 15 new detached, terraced and chalet bungalow homes. The two, three and four bedroom homes at Rowland Park are designed to exceptional standards, some benefiting from three storey living.
Prices at Woodgate Mews range from £280,000 – £335,000 for apartments and £500,000 – £525,000 for houses. Purchasers can take advantage of a fantastic offer, with 3% stamp duty paid on reservations on apartments before 31st January. The show apartment is open from Thursday to Monday between 10.00am and 5.00pm. For further information please contact the show apartment on 01923 215205. Alternatively please visit the Banner Homes website at www.bannerhomes.co.uk
December 7th, 2005
Premium property developer Banner Homes has scooped a prestigious 2005 What House award in the ‘Best Retirement Development’ category.
Banner Homes who are building The Deans, an exclusive development of apartments for the over 55’s in Chandlers Ford won acclaim for the quality of its homes and architectural design at the 2005 What House Awards – the self styled Oscars of the House Building Industry. This coveted accolade builds on the developer’s past achievements, with award wins for its retirement schemes in Horsham in 2002 and 2003 and in Caterham in 2004.
With over 10 years experience in the age-exclusive field, Banner Homes is renowned for its high quality properties and for being one of the UK’s top developers of attractive developments for the active retired.
Banner Homes Group Sales and Marketing Director, Piers Banfield, says; “At Banner, we pride ourselves on listening to our customers. We have a growing population of over 55s in the UK, who often become more active in retirement as they take advantage of their increased leisure time. At Banner we are mindful that many of our customers wish to escape the burden of large family homes and create more free time and equity to enjoy life, yet they still need significant storage space and room to entertain friends and family. We pride ourselves on designing quality, stylish, spacious apartments, which meet all these needs.
“Banner Homes have the added advantage of being built with the peace of mind of security, accessibility and convenience. Where appropriate, our age exclusive developments benefit from a gated entrance, telephone entry systems, lifts and landscaped gardens which are maintained for the enjoyment of residents. Most developments are also located close to the amenities of a nearby town centre.”
The attention to detail is a feature that distinguishes all Banner Homes properties, with the effect that all its retirement developments are potentially award-winning homes.
Prices at The Deans range from £205,000 to £235,000 and the show home is open Thursday to Monday 10am to 5pm. Call the sales office for further information on 02380 262444. Alternatively, please visit the Banner Homes website www.bannerhomes.co.uk.
December 7th, 2005
Premium property developer Banner Homes has scooped a prestigious 2005 What House award in the ‘Best Retirement Development’ category.
Banner Homes who are building Providence Park, an exclusive development of apartments for the over 55’s in Southampton won acclaim for the quality of its homes and architectural design at the 2005 What House Awards – the self styled Oscars of the House Building Industry. This coveted accolade builds on the developer’s past achievements, with award wins for its retirement schemes in Horsham in 2002 and 2003 and in Caterham in 2004.
With over 10 years experience in the age-exclusive field, Banner Homes is renowned for its high quality properties and for being one of the UK’s top developers of attractive developments for the active retired.
Banner Homes Group Sales and Marketing Director, Piers Banfield, says; “At Banner, we pride ourselves on listening to our customers. We have a growing population of over 55s in the UK, who often become more active in retirement as they take advantage of their increased leisure time. At Banner we are mindful that many of our customers wish to escape the burden of large family homes and create more free time and equity to enjoy life, yet they still need significant storage space and room to entertain friends and family. We pride ourselves on designing quality, stylish, spacious apartments, which meet all these needs.
“Banner Homes have the added advantage of being built with the peace of mind of security, accessibility and convenience. Where appropriate, our age exclusive developments benefit from a gated entrance, telephone entry systems, lifts and landscaped gardens which are maintained for the enjoyment of residents. Most developments are also located close to the amenities of a nearby town centre.”
The attention to detail is a feature that distinguishes all Banner Homes properties, with the effect that all its retirement developments are potentially award-winning homes.
Prices at Providence Park range from £245,000 to £290,000 and the show home is open daily from 10am to 5pm. Call the sales office for further information on 02380 769436. Alternatively, please visit the Banner Homes website www.bannerhomes.co.uk.
December 7th, 2005
Premium property developer Banner Homes has scooped a prestigious 2005 What House award in the ‘Best Retirement Development’ category.
Banner Homes who are building Cobham Grange, an exclusive development of apartments for the over 55’s in Cobham won acclaim for the quality of its homes and architectural design at the 2005 What House Awards – the self styled Oscars of the House Building Industry. This coveted accolade builds on the developer’s past achievements, with award wins for its retirement schemes in Horsham in 2002 and 2003 and in Caterham in 2004.
With over 10 years experience in the age-exclusive field, Banner Homes is renowned for its high quality properties and for being one of the UK’s top developers of attractive developments for the active retired.
Banner Homes Group Sales and Marketing Director, Piers Banfield, says; “At Banner, we pride ourselves on listening to our customers. We have a growing population of over 55s in the UK, who often become more active in retirement as they take advantage of their increased leisure time. At Banner we are mindful that many of our customers wish to escape the burden of large family homes and create more free time and equity to enjoy life, yet they still need significant storage space and room to entertain friends and family. We pride ourselves on designing quality, stylish, spacious apartments, which meet all these needs.
“Banner Homes have the added advantage of being built with the peace of mind of security, accessibility and convenience. Where appropriate, our age exclusive developments benefit from a gated entrance, telephone entry systems, lifts and landscaped gardens which are maintained for the enjoyment of residents. Most developments are also located close to the amenities of a nearby town centre.”
The attention to detail is a feature that distinguishes all Banner Homes properties, with the effect that all its retirement developments are potentially award-winning homes.
Properties at Cobham Grange are now available for sale off plan, with prices ranging from £275,000 – £470,000. For further information, please call the sales agents Christine Jones on 01483 532821. Alternatively, please visit the Banner Homes website www.bannerhomes.co.uk.
December 5th, 2005
Quality housing developer Banner Homes is pleased to announce the opening of its new showhome at Rowland Park, off Elstree Road in the bustling sought-after community of Bushey.
Mrs Rowland, who sold the land to the developer, this month formally opened the show home which was named after her late husband*. Mrs Rowland, who requested the site to be named after her family, was keen to view the development through which her husband’s name will be remembered.
Mrs Rowland says; “My husband and I have been members of the Bushey community for over thirty years. When I decided to sell the land, I was looking for an exceptional buyer whom I could trust to develop the land for the benefit of the community and ensure that my husband’s name lives on in the town.
“I’m delighted to be invited to open the show home. The properties here are fantastic and I hope the homes will provide many families with their own fond memories in the future.”
Rowland Park is a development of 15 new detached, terraced and chalet bungalow homes. The two, three and four bedroom homes at Rowland Park are designed to exceptional standards. Many of these properties benefit from three storey living. The upper floor offers versatile living space and an extra bathroom. This floor is particularly useful during the festive period, offering privacy to guests, a playroom to accommodate the influx of toys or even a sanctuary where parents can escape the children.
All contain Banner’s renowned high standard of fixtures and fittings, including professionally designed kitchens, stylish white bathroom sanitary ware and co-ordinating fitted wardrobes, as well as the latest in modern technology. What’s more, with Banner’s Advantage Collection, homebuyers can select from an extensive range of extras for that special touch to help personalise your new home.
With four reservations before the official launch of the show home, prospective home buyers are urged to act swiftly. The show home is open from Thursday to Monday between 10.00am and 5.00pm.
Prices at Rowland Park range from £350,000 – £650,000. For further information please contact the show home on 0208 950 8333. Alternatively please visit the Banner Homes website at www.banner-homes.co.uk