WALTHAM GRANGE CHELMSFORD

The development

Waltham Grange is an exclusive collection of 10 outstanding detached family homes, perfectly located to offer an oasis of peaceful, luxurious living at the point where city meets countryside.

What sets this development apart?

These high-specification five bedroom residences are appointed to exceptional standards both inside and out, incorporating fixtures, fittings and specifications from prestigious sources.

Perfect for those with an appreciation of outstanding quality and thoughtful design, they combine first class materials with superb craftsmanship and contemporary styling –delivering generous, versatile spaces that will impress from the first sight through to the finest detail. Set against the ambience of exquisite period country houses, rolling green fields and the woodlands of the Chelmer valley nearby – and with all the sights, sounds and opportunities of a thriving city centre just minutes away – this exclusive development to the north of Chelmsford is a remarkable place to call home.

Who is this development suited to?

This development would be perfect for buyers coming into the area from closer into London as well as local families looking to upsize.

Local life

Tucked away from the bustle of Chelmsford’s new developments, on what was once the main highway linking Chelmsford with the ancient market towns of Braintree and Great Dunmow, Little Waltham enjoys a real sense of charm and history, thanks to its picturesque village centre, complete with pub and cricket pitch. Moments away, The White Hart pub and restaurant is much-loved and highly rated for its delicious menu of freshly-prepared English dishes and well-kept beers, all served in traditional surroundings. Alternatively, a short distance away on the approach to Great Waltham is the Rose & Crown – a charming 18th-century pub enjoying a quintessential countryside setting, where friendly staff serve traditional food and fine ales of an exceptional standard.

The extensive new developments to the east of Chelmsford have resulted in some luxury modern amenities, most notably the Channels Lodge and Bar & Brasserie established in the beautifully converted original barn complex. Here, you’ll find sensational seasonal menus, delicious English and Thai dishes and a renowned Sunday Roast, all served in their own sophisticated style. Table bookings are recommended. If you prefer a metropolitan evening out, Chelmsford’s thriving centre is easily reachable from home. Here, the city’s restaurants, eateries and bars are enough to satisfy every palette and occasion – from well-known quality franchises to cutting-edge artisan cuisine, friendly family bistros, intimate coffee houses, lively cocktail lounges and fine dining in exclusive surroundings. You’d perhaps be wise to make a whole day of it within the city’s pedestrianised shopping district and the upmarket lanes, walks and attractions of the Bond Street retail development, where you’ll discover an array of specialist retailers, designer shops and familiar high street names – including a large flagship John Lewis store –catering to every style, taste and budget.

Transport

With Waltham Grange only four miles from the nearest junction with the A12, and just minutes from the main routes north to the A120, you’re perfectly placed to access everything this part of the world has to offer. In addition to a tapestry of nature parks, stately homes and picturesque villages, you’ll be able to easily enjoy great days out at Chelmsford City Racecourse, Hylands Park, Great Notley Country Park, or any of the stunning waterside locations along the Blackwater estuary or River Crouch. The A12 offers a direct route to the M25 for all the popular destinations in the London Orbital region, and onwards to all the delights and opportunities of the Capital itself. And with the A120 connecting with the M11 at Stansted, journeys to the spires of Cambridge and all major destinations northwards will also be equally straightforward. Following the A12 north, you can find yourself in Constable country, with its beautiful pastures, river walks and woodland trails, or you can head out to the Tendring Peninsula and Essex’s sunshine coast – with around nine miles of sandy beaches and classic seaside attractions from Clactonon-Sea to Walton. For rail commuters travel is simple; with connections from Chelmsford to Stratford and Liverpool Street possible in around 30 minutes and Crossrail at Shenfield speeding up times to central and west London, whether you are commuting to Canary Wharf or making a trip to the West End to enjoy its culture, eateries and luxury shops, it will be straightforward from Waltham Grange.

Price range

Prices start from £825,000

Contact 01245 500555 | newhomes@beresfords.co.uk

Hanningfield Park Chelmsford

Describe the development

A stunning collection of homes, holistically created to bring balance and harmony to your life. These tranquil 3,4 and 5 bedroom homes offer the best in sustainable living, nestled among mature landscaping on the edge of the Hanningfield nature reserve. Hanningfield Park provides the perfect Essex countryside escape.

What sets this development apart?

Nestled among the mature landscape surrounding Hanningfield nature reserve, Hanningfield Park boasts an all-electric setup eliminating carbon emissions and creating long term sustainability solutions giving homeowners the ability to spend as little as *£296 a year on energy bills, a saving of 88% compared to conventional gas households.

The all-electric technological advancements include rooftop solar panels, air source heat pumps, EV charging and battery storage, provided by leading brands including Trina Solar, JA Solar and Samsung. To further maximise cost savings, homeowners will also have the option to use the GivEnergy app, which will allow them to easily manage their energy usage from the moment they move in.

While sustainability is at the forefront of the development, quality design and luxury living remain high on the agenda. Internally, all of the homes feature bespoke contemporary kitchen and bathroom design with underfloor heating installed across all floors. Externally, plot sizes are exceptionally apportioned, garden space is bountiful and an additional four acres of green space will soon offer homeowners a place for recreation, mindfulness and community living.

Who is this development suited to?

This development caters for all. Perfect for first time buyers, families that are upsizing or downsizers alike.

Local life

Only a short 10 minute drive away, the city of Chelmsford is buzzing with life. World-class shopping, bars, restaurants, theatres and even a racecourse all make for a plethora of events throughout the year.

Transport

Whether you’re working in the city or popping in to meet friends, you’ll get to Liverpool St Station within 35 minutes by train from Chelmsford Station. When we say balance we mean it, city, town and countryside are all on your doorstep.

Price range

Prices start from £435,000

Larcombe Mews Margaretting

Describe the development

A unique and exclusive set of just five four bedroom family homes, set in the sought after village of margaretting.

What sets this development apart?

The first thing you’ll appreciate about this exclusive collection is the impressive sense of character. Featuring attractive designs that blend traditional styling with contemporary layouts and high-end fittings, this is a quality development where attention to detail is evident at every turn – and is a place where you’ll instantly feel at home. In a prime location in the peaceful village of Margaretting, just two miles from Ingatestone and four miles from Chelmsford’s bustling city centre,

Who is this development suited to?

This development would suit families looking to move to a sought after village in Essex, whilst retaining excellent connectivity; or a purchaser downsizing locally.

Local life

Margaretting is a peaceful village of treelined roads, lush hedgerows, characterful cottages and tasteful modern additions that complement the local vernacular. With exceptional road access to the area’s nearby villages and towns, residents of Larcombe Mews are perfectly positioned to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with every convenience within easy reach. With its large garden, cafe courtyard, children’s play area and sports screenings, The Black Bull local pub is much loved for its excellent, freshly-prepared traditional food and great range of beers and drinks. Meanwhile, a little further along the main road, The Red Lion is also well rated for the quality of its food, atmosphere and service, and for fine European cuisine Bartellas Restaurant at the Best Western Ivy Hill hotel comes highly recommended. Less than two miles away, Ingatestone is technically a large village, but has all the trappings of a well-heeled, cosy market town. Providing everything for residents’ daily needs, the charming high street has retained many of the shops and features other places have lost over the decades – you’ll find a traditional butcher, baker, hardware store, numerous artisan shops and boutiques as well as Budgens and Co-op supermarkets. In addition to the library, post office, pharmacy and active community centre, amenities also include two historic pubs – The Star and The Bell – the former renowned for its excellent standard of cuisine and fine selection of drinks, the latter for its welcoming atmosphere, tasty pub grub and pleasing range of ales.

Transport

Larcombe Mews enjoys easy access to nearby settlements and amenities via quiet country roads – as well as a direct connection to the A12, the backbone of Essex, only one minute’s drive from your doorstep. This, coupled with mainline train stations at Ingatestone and Chelmsford offering direct services into Stratford and London Liverpool Street, makes it the ideal choice for commuters and families seeking a well-connected haven in the countryside.

Price range

Prices start from £899,995 for the link detached properties.

Nola Shenfield

The development

Nola was a luxury collection of 88 apartments situated on one of the most sought-after roads in Shenfield, with every apartment boasting allocated parking 999-year lease and a great specification throughout.

Who were the purchasers?

The purchasers for the project at Nola were a complete range from first time buyers to investors and downsizers. It appealed to the first-time buyers’ market due to its proximity to Shenfield station which is now on the Elizabeth Line with its direct link into London and beyond.

They also attracted buyers coming out of the Havering areas and further north of the county in Chelmsford due to buyers wanting a shorter commute into the city.

The apartments made ideal investments due to its long lease and the lack of premium new build apartments in Shenfield. Investors were looking for strong yields whilst also maintaining excellent capital growth, with Shenfield house prices rising by over 200% in the last 20 years.

The luxury finish throughout proved popular with down sizers with some of our purchasers coming from some of the best roads in Essex, as it is one of the first developments in a long period of time to offer a secure premium new build apartment close to Shenfield.

How did we market the apartments?

Working with Fairview New Homes, Beresfords created a strategy to target not only local buyers, through out of home media and leaflet drops but also targeted social media campaigns further into Havering and Greater London.

As well as out of home media, utilising home internet devises such as Alexa to create adverts for Nola to encourage people to book their viewings today.

A further campaign was also designed for buyers of havering to highlight the affordability of Nola to buyers that would not have considered Shenfield previously. This proved successful and we saw and significant increase in traffic both online and footfall to the site from buyers in this location which led to increased sales.

How could we help you?

Beresfords treats every new home development differently and understands the need for a bespoke marketing campaign depending on what type of development and property you are selling. From drone footage CGI brochure hording and signage Beresfords can work with developers to offer as much or as little as needed.