The Boatyard by St James Developments

Description

Now Launched - A new development in a beautiful riverside setting in Kingston Upon Thames. A selection of contemporary one, two and three bedroom apartments will be available.

This superb development, close to Kingston Bridge, is a range of beautifully designed one and two bedroom apartments and three bedroom penthouses, offering the perfect solution for convenient, town and waterside living.

Many of the apartments offer views across the river and each benefit from St James' renowned high specification and attention to detail. With almost everything you need your doorstep this really is an opportunity not to be missed.

Specification

The Boatyard rises nine storeys above the water and has been designed with generous areas of glazing to let in the light and reflect the sky.

Inside the apartments have contemporary layouts offering open plan living areas with a desirable specification, including Alno kitchens, Siemens appliances, fitted wardrobes and high quality flooring and tiling.

Many of the apartments have private balconies or terraces with views over the River Thames.

Leisure facilities

The development is located by the River Thames, close to Kingston Bridge. Kingston is a vibrant market town in Surrey which is well positioned for commuter access to London by rail and by car. Kingston station is less than 5 minutes walk with services to Waterloo averaging 30 minutes.

Within minutes of leaving your apartment at The Boatyard you can be relaxing in one of the many cafe's and bars clustered along the river. In just a few more minutes stroll you can enjoy the eclectic restaurant scene which includes brands such as Carluccio's, Wagamama and Jamie's Italian.

The Rose Theatre, located just off the Market Place, is a 900 seat venue that has regular productions and attracts some distinguished performers. Kingston upon Thames has a highly regarded university and two of the for campuses are in the town centre.

Kingston upon Thames is one of the oldest Royal Boroughs, and the riverside is without doubt still the most prestigious part of town.

Seven Anglo Saxon kings were crowned there from AD900, and it's name means 'royal estate'. Since then, the River Thames to the west of London has been chosen by royalty and nobility for palaces, hunting grounds and grand country houses.

Today these remain as historic attractions and parks for all to enjoy. Many are within miles of The Boatyard, giving you ample choice to enjoy. Just across the river is the magnificent Hampton Court Palace, acquired by Henry VIII in 1530.

Bushy Park and Richmond Park are also nearby which is famous for its deer, footpaths, ponds and plantations, perfect for long walks, cycling and even horse riding.

Local shopping

The local retail offering couldn't be better. Where else could you have John Lewis and Waitrose as your corner shops? Both are literally next door to The Boatyard, and the rest of Kingston upon Thames has an excellent shopping centre within walking distance.

Kingston upon Thames is a market town and has been since the 13th Century. Today, the stalls offer both traditional and more unusual produce and there are regular farmers' and French markets. Elsewhere in town, shoppers can enjoy The Bentall Centre, Eden Walk and the chic boutiques that can be found in the quaint old streets around the Market Place.

Nearest schools:

• St John The Baptist Church of England Junior School - Primary (0.3 miles) 
• Kingston College - Secondary (0.3 miles) 
• Educare Small School - Primary (0.4 miles) 

Transport links

Kingston upon Thames is a town with its own identity but it is also part of Greater London, and the city centre and all its attractions are easily reached by road and rail.

Good rail connections make Kingston upon Thames a favourite for London commuters. London Waterloo is a direct thirty minutes journey and connections along the way include Wimbledon, where you can access the London Underground District Line, and Clapham Junction. Richmond is also on a direct rail route from Kingston Station and provides connections to the London Overground.

By road, Kingston upon Thames is approximately twelve miles from central London, eight miles from the M25 and less than five miles from the A3.

Turks riverboat cruises operate from the nearby main pier which will take you to Kingston and Hampton Court.

Call directly

Tel: 020 3284 1430

About St James Developments

St James is proud to be part of the Berkeley Group of Companies

Berkeley Group

Choosing a home is one of the most important decisions of our lives and it's vital to get it right. Come home to Berkeley, and you can be confident that you have made the best decision.

Over the last twenty-five years, Berkeley has built a reputation for creating homes that surpass expectations in terms of design, quality of construction, and our vision for sustainable development. Across London and the Home Counties, our developments encompass new homes, contemporary urban apartments, refurbished historic buildings, traditional family homes and innovative mixed use schemes - all guaranteed to express the essential Berkeley values.

Many of our developments combine leading edge design whilst maintaining and renovating key elements from our architectural heritage. From highly complex developments, that combine residential, retail and leisure facilities, to key worker apartments or the more traditional rural communities - Berkeley continues to provide quality, style and sustainability.

Other developments from Berkeley Group

• St James Park Mews - Windmill Lane, Long Ditton, KT6 (1.5 miles)
• Queen Mary's Place - Roehampton Lane, London, SW15 (4.0 miles)