Cardiff Property News

A Redrow site manager has joined the elite of the construction industry after being awarded a national accolade reserved for the best in the business. Syd James, 36, has been awarded a coveted ‘Seal of Excellence' award as part of the National House-Building Council's (NHBC) annual Pride in the Job initiative; an honour bestowed on only the top 100 site managers out of 18,000 across the UK.

On his first visit to the showhome at Charles Church's Strata development at Century Wharf, Simon Woods was impressed by the high quality of the apartments available. In fact, he was so impressed that he abandoned his plans to live with a friend who was purchasing at the development and bought an apartment of his own!

Young professionals eager to find a luxury home in close proximity to all the thrills offered by a capital city are sure to be tempted by Charles Church's Strata development, within Century Wharf in Cardiff Bay. With a variety of waterfront apartments built with comfort and indulgence in mind, and a plethora of exciting activities and amenities just a stone's throw away, Strata offers prospective purchasers a real once in a lifetime opportunity.

For Technical Manager Rhodri Williams and Assistant Quantity Surveyor Rhodri Owen, buying a house from the company they work for was the natural choice and a great endorsement for the brand.

The Boulevard offers residents the best of both worlds; the advantage of living only two miles away from the exciting city of Cardiff whilst also in close proximity to breathtaking countryside and coastline. The open weekend at this traditionally designed Charles Church development, held over the August bank holiday, is an opportune time for prospective purchasers to come and take a look.

Househunters can take advantage of a host moving deals at Barratt's Llandaff Grove and Vale Meadows developments in Cardiff. Anyone reserving this month can have their costs paid by Barratt and that means stamp duty, legal fees and moving costs will be paid by the housebuilder, leaving you free to concentrate on the look of your new home.

The place for prospective buyers to be over the August bank holiday is Cardiff Bay, the dynamic home of Charles Church's exclusive Strata development. Situated on the waterfront and showcasing luxury apartments, Strata offers an unparalleled opportunity to live in one of the most popular areas of Cardiff city.

Moving to a larger home may be easier than you think - especially if you would like to buy a family house at Barratt's Vale Meadows development in Radyr. The developer is now offering full value part exchange options for those who want to move up to a bigger property.

Homebuyers across the region are waiting to see whether reports that the Chancellor Alistair Darling is planning to reduce Stamp Duty are true. But Barratt has confirmed that it isn't going to wait for his decision - it is offering to scrap the tax with immediate effect.

Boasting four bedrooms and located on a spacious corner plot, it will come as no surprise that The Broadhaven is proving to be a popular choice for purchasers at Charles Church's The Boulevard development in Llanishen, Cardiff.

Ty Glas Square in Cardiff has become a family affair after three sets of siblings purchased properties in Barratt's signature development in the city. Lucie and Claire Taylor, 32 year-old twin sisters who were born and brought up in nearby Newport, moved into their new three bedroom Norbury joining two sets of brothers and sisters Will and Lucy Satherly and Craig and Kylie Hughes who are already immersed in the trendy Ty Glas Square culture.

Over 50 per cent of homes have already been sold at Highfield Chase, Barratt's new development in Pencoedtre Village, Barry, in the Vale of Glamorgan. "This site has been very popular with all sorts of buyers, from first-time buyers and young couples to families and older people," reports Sandra Dixon, Barratt Sales Director.

Award-winning housebuilder Charles Church has always been adept at building a range of homes in locations in which people aspire to live, and its latest development within desirable Llanishen, at The Boulevard, is no exception. Located just four miles from the heart of vibrant Cardiff, the choice of traditionally designed homes extends from a one bedroom coach house to substantial four bedroom detached family homes, creating in the process a carefully balanced mix of properties appealing to discerning purchasers of all ages.

Barratt is celebrating the success of its Ty Glas Square development in Cardiff where just a few traditional homes are still available and a new release of iPads has recently been launched. "When we first started this development in Llanishen we knew the location and the specification would be real winners with potential buyers but the success and the speed of sales have exceeded our expectations,'' said Barratt Sales Director Sandra Dixon.

Are you a first time buyer or want to get on the property ladder, but prices out of your reach? Then Charles Church can help you. This leading housebuilder is offering 75% shared equity on studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments at their following developments: Pen-Y-Dre in Llanelli, Millbrook in Risca, Castle Mews in Caerphilly and Century Wharf, Strata in Cardiff.

Real deals with price reductions are on the cards at Barratt developments in the region with savings of up to £40,000 on selected new homes. Barratt Sales Director Sandra Dixon said that for house hunters looking for a quick move Real Deal is the perfect way to secure your perfect home and move in quickly and easily with a discount on your purchase.

New iPads are set for release at Barratt's Ty Glas Square development in Llanishen near Cardiff on Saturday May 10, opening up new opportunities for first time buyers to get an all important foot on the property ladder.

The long-awaited final phase of Charles Church's Century Wharf, Strata development in Cardiff was officially opened on Saturday 26th April by Wales' own Glyn Wise. Glyn who came second in Channel Four's Big Brother Seven in 2006 and hails from Blaenau Ffestiniog also cut the ribbon for three fabulous show apartments at this luxury gated development.

Buyers looking for an easy, low maintenance property in the centre of Penarth are being offered an exciting opportunity to purchase one of 34 up-to-the-minute design led studios by cutting edge developer, Loft-Co.

Barratt is currently offering a £500 monthly mortgage subsidy on homes at its new Vale Meadows development in Radyr near Cardiff. “We are committed to providing affordable homes and this is one of many Barratt initiatives designed to help people buy a new property,” reports Sandra Dixon, Barratt Sales Director.

For some families many sacrifices have to be made after the decision has been taken to buy a new home and climb up the property ladder. Dreams of fancy holidays and extravagant cars might have to be put to one side until after the move, and the possibility of extending a family may also have to be put on hold.

Homebuyers looking for a new home, but worried about selling their existing property, will find help on hand from Redrow. The award-winning housebuilder is offering homehunters advice on part-exchange at its John Fielding Gardens development helping those customers who need to sell up before moving in.

The launch of new showhomes has put pressure on availability at Highfield Chase in Barry as buyers opt to start 2008 with a taste of brand new three bedroom heaven.

With just one home remaining, David Wilson Homes South West is welcoming prospective buyers to its exclusive Caversham Park development in Penarth to offer them the chance to snap up a thoughtfully designed five bedroom Mansell home, complete with carpets and blinds throughout and a fully landscaped garden.

Award-winning TV chef Antony Worrall Thompson will be marking St David's Day in style with a special Welsh gastro-display at Barratt's Llandaff Grove development in Cardiff.