Highcroft by Barratt Homes

Description

We could buy your home at 100% market value and pay your stamp duty until 19th May - From £270,000 To £525,999

Highcroft is a prestigious development of 1 and 2 bedroom new apartments and 3 and 4 bedroom new houses with ample parking for all homes. Enjoying a fantastic position adjacent to Sleepers Hill this leafy and sought-after area is near to the green expanse of wooded countryside that is Royal Winchester. Close to a wide range of amenities and leisure facilities including bars and restaurants, the city's station and with simple access from the M3 at junction 11, Highcroft enjoys a position of unrivalled excellence in this historic cathedral city.

Lifestyle - Living at Highcroft

Highcroft enjoys an excellent location in a leafy and sought-after area in the west of Winchester. The development lies close to wooded countryside and there are numerous amenities and leisure facilities close by in the picturesque city with easy access to high street stores, boutiques and restaurants along its charming cobbled streets. The city's train station and Royal Hampshire County Hospital is also within easy reach.

The development is perfect for commuters, with a direct service to London Waterloo in just 58 minutes. The M3 and M27 offer excellent transport links to Basingstoke, Southampton, the New Forest and Dorset.

Winchester has both outstanding independent and state schools with good reputations and the University of Winchester provides excellent learning and teaching facilities. The campus is within walking distance of the City Centre.

Historical Winchester

The settlement of Winchester started around 150BC when a large defended enclosure was created on the western slopes of the modern city, in the area of Oram's Arbour.

Since that time, great kings and bishops have left lasting reminders of their presence.

During Saxon times, Winchester was the capital of England - chosen by King Alfred (Alfred the Great) - and the city remained a Royal residence for centuries afterwards.

Winchester Cathedral is one of the largest Cathedrals in England. It is known for its wonderful heritage with outstanding architecture and has a rich history of links with royalty and famous people.

Jane Austen, the famous writer of 'Pride and Prejudice' died in the city and was buried at the cathedral. This magnificent building has also been used for the set of films such as 'The Da Vinci Code'.

Out and about

Life in Winchester has a real cosmopolitan feel to it with the city boasting lots of cafés and markets, stylish restaurants and bars and a range of shopping including boutiques and art galleries, not forgetting its famous cathedral.

Highly recommended restaurants are Raymond Blanc's Brasserie Blanc, The Chesil Rectory, Hotel du Vin and Bistro, Loch Fyne Restaurant and Oyster Bar and the Michelin recommended gastro pub The Running Horse, on the edge of Winchester in Littleton.

Another sought after Pub which is tucked away in the back streets close to the college and cathedral is the 'Wykeham Arms'. It has previously been nominated 'Hampshire dining pub of the year" serving high quality pub food in its traditional inn surroundings.

Winchester also offers highly popular nationwide restaurants such as Pizza Express, Prezzo, Zizzi, ASK, Pitcher and Piano and Slug and Lettuce.

A popular farmers' market is also hosted in the city twice a month. There is up to 90 stalls and is considered one of the largest farmers markets in the UK.

During the festive season, Winchester Cathedral plays hosts to the Christmas market inspired by the traditional German markets and local small business operating from pretty wooden chalets. These are becoming ever more popular with Christmas shoppers giving that traditional Christmas feel whilst the smell of hot roasted chestnuts fill the air around. The open-air ice rink also provides great entertainment for all the family.

Winchester's Hat Fair takes place in July every year hosting a celebration of street arts and performances. This not to be missed Fair takes place over three fun filled days and packed with unique and breathtaking performances in various areas throughout the town.

Winchester Round Table bonfire and fireworks display is another event not to be missed. Donations are collected for a different charity each year. You can take part in the torch lit procession through the town to River Park where the bonfire is lit, followed by a organised firework display. A great way to celebrate Guy Fawkes Night in the City and all for a worthy cause.

Leisure facilities

Places of interest

Winchester has lots of things to do both in the city and just on the outskirts.

Theatre Royal Winchester located in the city provides a superb programme of dance, music, comedy and children's theatre.

Intech Science Centre Planetarium provides hands-on interactive science and technology providing a family day out near Winchester. It features many interactive exhibits, which demonstrate the science and technology of the world around us in an engaging and exciting way.

Jane Austen's House Museum, is approx 20 miles away and was her last home where she lived with her mother and sister. You can look around the house and listen to the story of her life.

Royal Wincheser Golf Club is a Private Members Club providing all year round golf with excellent clubhouse facilities, pro shop and a well maintained high standard course.

River Park Leisure Centre has something to suit everyone whether it is fitness, football, badminton or swimming. It is a modern and well equipped leisure complex situated in Winchester's North Walls recreation ground.

Marwell Wildlife - Marwell Wildlife is home to various breeds of exotic and endangered animals and makes a great day out for all the family.

For a relaxing walk away from the city, St Catherines Hill, owned by Winchester College and managed as a nature reserve is worth a visit. The top of the hill is ringed by the ramparts of an Iron Age hill fort, which is a scheduled ancient monument.

Residents at Highcroft can also enjoy everything the nearby city of Southampton has to offer locally as well as a whole array of activities throughout the south coast. Here are just a few of our favourites:

The Mayflower Theatre - The Mayflower is one of the largest theatres outside of London's West End. This enables the theatre to take on West End shows when they are touring the UK such as 'Les Miserables', 'Miss Saigon', 'We Will Rock You' to name a few.

Southampton Cruise Terminals - Southampton is one of England's busiest passenger ports and is home to all three of Cunards 'Queens' as well as some of the biggest ocean liners in the world.

Salisbury - This cathedral city to the north of Winchester is full of quaint streets and boutique style shops - perfect for a weekend afternoon.

Bournemouth - With its seven miles of sandy beaches, bustling promenade and bars and restaurants galore you can feel like you're on holiday whilst only being 50 minutes from home.

As well as the more commercial activities, there is also the nearby North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and for those who like history why not visit Basing House, 1 mile to the east to view this beautiful private house that dates back to the Tudors.

Local shopping

As well the high street shops, Winchester has many independent shops, boutiques and art galleries to have a leisurely stroll around.

WestQuay Shopping Centre - One of Europe's largest inner city shopping centres, WestQuay boasts a whole range of top high street names including John Lewis, Gap, Hollister, Zara and Marks and Spencer. Ikea, Next Home and Argos Extra are just some of the big names you can find in the adjoining WestQuay Retail Park.

Basingstoke - This modern town lies approximate 20 miles away with excellent shopping facilities and is well known for its 'Festival Place' shopping centre. There are also many restaurants and bars to choose from. This town provides lots to do with Theatres and Museums and situated at the nearby leisure park is 'Bowlplex' bowling and 'Planet Ice Arena' ice rink.

Nearest schools:

• Kings' School - Secondary (0.3 miles) 
• Western Church of England Primary School (0.4 miles) 
• The Westgate School - Secondary (0.6 miles) 

Transport links

Southampton International Airport, with its increasing number of destinations both home and abroad, is only a twenty minute southerly drive. By road, the south is served principally by the M3. From here the M27 takes you west to Bournemouth and east to Portsmouth. To the north, the M3 means Basingstoke, London and the M25 are all easily accessible.

Opening hours

Come and visit us between 10am and 5pm Thursday to Monday

Call directly

Tel: 01962 706700

About Barratt Homes

Barratt Homes

Founded in 1958, Barratt is Britain's best-known housebuilder. We have sold over 300,000 new homes around the country and are leaders in design, urban regeneration, social housing and innovation.

We currently sell over 15,500 new homes a year and are building on developments from Aberdeen to Plymouth, helping to meet housing demand in towns, cities and rural areas. We build for all kinds of buyers, from first-time buyer apartments to family townhouses to luxury penthouses, plus homes for rent and shared ownership.

A commitment to innovation and continuous product development, coupled with the highest standards of design, construction, quality and customer service has earned Barratt every major industry award in recent years and we are currently ‘Housebuilder of the Year’ in both the prestigious What House? and Your New Home awards. Our site managers are also regular winners in the NHBC ‘Pride In The Job’ awards for quality workmanship.

FirstBuy

FirstBuy is an affordable housing Equity Loan product from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), working in partnership with house builders all over England.

This unique FirstBuy scheme has been designed for households who have found buying a property on the open market difficult due to the large deposits required for mortgages. First Time buyers could now benefit from getting additional government help to buy a brand new house through the FirstBuy scheme.

Under the scheme the government and house builders provide an equity loan as follows:

• Government and house builder provide equity loan of 20%
• You arrange a mortgage for 75%
• Meaning your deposit is 5%