The next generation

From the new homes that are popping up all over the country, we’ve chosen some of our favourites

London SE26, £3 million

If you go down to the woods in Sydenham today, you will find the magnificent Pavilion, a ‘one-of-a-kind’ four-bedroom family home set in the leafy grounds of Beltwood House. As well as offering 2,500sq ft of living space over its three floors, the property boasts a cinema/multimedia room, huge open-plan living areas and its very own contemplation pool. Potential purchasers also have access to the gym and spa at Beltwood House itself. As desirable as the property is its location in the wooded suburbs of south-east London, surrounded by good schools and pubs, as well as being within walking distance of Dulwich & Sydenham Hill Golf Club. Hamptons (020–3369 4375)

Suffolk, £1.85 million

Situated in an acre of gardens surrounded by woodland, Oak View Place does exactly what it says on the tin. A few minutes’ walk from the nearby village of Westleton, properties don’t come much more ‘new build’ than this, with the interiors being fitted out as I write. The property has been designed to be as energy efficient as possible, with a predicted EPC rating of A, yet it gives up none of the modern comforts, with four bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, and lashings of entertaining space. Southwold, Walberswick and the Suffolk coastline are a 15-minute drive away; Westleton itself offers two pubs and a post office.

Durrants (01502 723292)