Move to the Country
Posted On: Tuesday July 10, 2007
In recent years pursuing an ‘urban’ lifestyle became the fashionable thing to do with many flocking to trendy pads in town and city centres. But, as with most trends, this process is now in reverse and more and more of us are now looking to put down roots in the country, and who could blame us?
Fresh air, open countryside and fabulous views all provide perfect diversions following a hectic week, but for many the practicalities of everyday life (the weekly food shop, schools for the children and getting from A to B) need to be considered.
If it’s the country life with plenty of convenience thrown in for good measure then take a trip to Bollington, a stone built mill town with plenty of character and charm that’s already established as one of south Manchester’s most desirable residential areas. It’s one of those places that’s ‘away from it all’ but has everything on its doorstep.
Homebuyers looking for a modern home with all the looks and style of the period stone built cottages and houses that characterise this pretty village should take a look at Brighouse Homes’ Bollin Heights and Mill Bank Court developments which boast period-style homes, built to the highest standard in mellow natural stone.
Situated in the heart of Bollington’s Conservation area off Cumberland Drive, Brighouse Homes’ properties in the village are proving popular with local buyers and people wishing to relocate to the country.
The two adjacent developments offer homebuyers a wide choice of properties ranging from high specification 2 bedroom apartments priced from £185,000, to luxury 2 and 3 bedroom mews homes priced from £195,000, and 3-storey 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses with prices starting at £310,000.
The natural stone of the homes is perfectly set off with slate roofs and traditional box sash windows with fine timber front doors. The interiors of these properties are equally well specified with contemporary kitchens complete with Bosch appliances and Porcelanosa tiles, bathrooms and en-suites feature contemporary white sanitary ware with chrome fittings and Mira showers.
As an added bonus Brighouse Homes have pre-wired all properties with a networking infrastructure to support a communications and entertainment system, allowing owners the benefit of having multimedia content (Sky, broadband, surround sound, etc.) delivered to each room should they wish.
Adding to the development’s appeal are the stunning views along the Dean Valley and up to Bollington’s famous folly, White Nancy. Here in this peaceful village you find yourself in the midst of the Cheshire countryside, only 6 miles from the Peak District National Park. Take a walk into the village centre and you will find highly rated pubs and restaurants, an excellent primary school, and a thriving arts centre. Add to this the convenience of a Post Office, newsagents, and a local baker and butcher or two and you have the perfect place on the country.
Macclesfield with its direct rail link to London Euston is only a few miles away and Manchester’s bustling city centre is just 16 miles from the village. Manchester Airport is within easy reach (11 miles) and the motorway network is some10 miles from the village.
Brighouse Homes has built a strong reputation in the property marketplace in the North West and has, to date, concentrated on one-off bespoke projects and property conversions. Today they are firmly committed to acquiring and developing land in order to develop distinctive, quality homes.
Visit the Bollin Heights and Mill Bank Court sales centre and show home, open Thursday to Monday 10am to 5pm, or contact the sales centre on 01625 574614.
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Press contact: Diana Stephenson, Calvin Marketing
Tel: 01625 599790
e-mail: diana@calvinm.co.uk
