Apartments for sale in Newquay: Watergate Bay
Date : 22 July 2010
Haute couture Cornish-based developer Acorn Blue is the latest company to defy market trends in successfully selling several homes off plan at its Whitehouse development, located at Cornwall’s fashionable Watergate Bay - proving that unique properties in even more unique locations really do have the X factor when it comes to drawing in buyers.
Watergate Bay, renowned as one of the most spectacular and exclusive expanses of beach in the whole of Cornwall, not to mention home to Jamie Oliver's latest Fifteen restaurant and the Extreme Academy, is now home to arguably one of the West Country’s most charming and sought after new developments – Whitehouse.
Whitehouse is a development of 10 luxury one, two and three bedroom apartments for sale in Newquay, exclusively located in an elevated position overlooking the stunning scenery and waters of Watergate Bay. The scheme is set in enchanting landscaped gardens that wrap around the entire building, and lead right down towards the beach.
The success of the developments off plan sales, especially in the current market, has been down to a combination of factors including the quality design-led homes on offer and their prime location in the desirable Watergate Bay. Not to mention the fact that the area is preserved, with development restrictions in place – means unlike Newquay, there is very little room for new developments. In turn this means there will be no future supply of new homes - so this offers one of the last remaining opportunities for buyers to purchase a luxury new build property at the Bay.
Nicola Markham, Acorn Blue Sales Director, comments: “Whitehouse will provide purchasers with a fantastic opportunity to benefit from having a home in a stunning location in Watergate Bay and the added value of the prestige this offers. By investing in Whitehouse purchasers will be able to take advantage of the stylish low-maintenance new-build homes on offer and what’s more, it represents one of the last remaining opportunities for buyers to become a part of the Watergate Bay community. “
“These factors have certainly resulted in the success of selling a number of properties off plan, proving that the right home in the right location is a major drawing power in bringing buyers to the market. Buyers interested in the last remaining homes are urged to get in contact with the sales team as soon as possible before its too late.”
Gail Streatfeild of South West New Homes, Knight Frank, adds: “In our experience, exclusive coastal locations such as Watergate Bay have remained pretty much immune from the general downturn as people have increasingly looked to invest their cash in UK holiday home locations as opposed to overseas. Also, purchasers recognise this might be one of the last opportunities to buy a new home overlooking the acclaimed Watergate Bay as development in this trendy hotspot is so limited. They also recognise this exclusivity lends well to great investment potential in the long-term.
“Watergate Bay is conveniently located for travel whether by road, rail or air, making it a superb choice for all holiday makers, and the homes will have good rental potential. Holiday bookings in Cornwall have risen considerably in the last year and not just for longer breaks; people are also seeking places to stay for short weekend breaks throughout the year, especially for birthdays and anniversaries - what better place to stay than just a stones throw from a renowned restaurant and a stunning beach,” continues Gail Streatfeild.
Whitehouse, located on the site of a former old residence is a creation that promotes architectural flair seamlessly throughout, with an original design, fusing together top quality layout, specification and landscaping. The development also retains a piece of its heritage, as some external walls of the original building have been kept.
Residents will be able to relax and enjoy these views as apartments benefit from timber decked terraces on the ground floor and timber decked balconies with glass balustrades on the first and second floors. A communal BBQ area and a surfboard / storage area which includes showers and wash down spaces have also been included to benefit residents. Furthermore, as part of the landscaped gardens, quiet seating areas, a stream and pond along with secret paths complete with bird and bug boxes have been included.
The sought-after new homes on offer will benefit from ‘a London finish,’ whilst still in touch with its local surroundings. They offer an unrivalled internal specification, with beautifully crafted kitchens and bathrooms incorporating the finest materials and appliances. Kitchens feature granite worktops, stainless steel sinks and integrated appliances. The stylish bathrooms are designed to the highest standard and include ceramic floor tiles, contemporary white sanitary ware and a thermostatic shower in the en-suite.
Walnut-engineered timber flooring is already laid in the hall and kitchen / living room with fitted carpets in the bedrooms. All the apartments benefit from zone and mood lighting, built in wardrobes, video entry security and under-floor heating, with some featuring gas fires.
Watergate Bay is a small hamlet set between the cliffs of Trevlegue Head and Stem Point, only four miles from Newquay. Newquay is now regarded as the Surf Capital of the UK. It has developed its own unique culture and offers an exciting and varied holiday stay, with its bars and fashionable restaurants, as well as first class attractions around the county like the Eden Project, The National Maritime Museum, and the Tate at St. Ives.
Despite Cornwall’s position at the south western edge of the country, transport connections are now excellent, giving you a choice of road, rail or air travel. Many airlines now fly into Newquay - the airport is about a mile away - providing connections to Gatwick, Stansted and London City Airport with flight times of around an hour and further afield to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Inverness, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol and the Isle of Man.
There is also an efficient rail service, with direct connections from many parts of the UK and fast road links via the A30 to the M5 at Exeter.
Prices for homes at Whitehouse range from £250,000 for a one-bedroom apartment to £770,000 for a three-bedroom apartment. For further information on Whitehouse please visit Whitehouse, Watergate Bay or Knight Frank on Tel: 01392 848844.
Gail Streatfeild Tel: 01392 848844 Email: gail.streatfield@knightfrak.com
Notes to Editors
Knight Frank LLP is the leading independent global property consultancy. Headquartered in London, Knight Frank and its New York-based global partner, Newmark Knight Frank, operate from 207 offices, in 43 countries, across six continents. More than 6,340 professionals handle in excess of US$886 billion (£594 billion) worth of commercial, agricultural and residential real estate annually, advising clients ranging from individual owners and buyers to major developers, investors and corporate tenants. For further information about the Company, please visit www.knightfrank.com.
Acorn Blue is a division of Acorn Group, an independent development and investment company established in 1995, which has produced a range of refurbished new build mixed used schemes throughout the UK. Acorn Blue, the group’s newest division, is currently developing schemes throughout the South West in some of the country’s leading beachside resorts. Offering the very best in contemporary living, locations are chosen in areas of outstanding natural beauty. Homes are architecturally stylish yet sensitive to the local environment.
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