New Cardington Gate

Development Overview

New Cardington Gate is a new build development by Ashberry Homes, located on Mason Road in Shortstown, Bedfordshire (MK42 0XL). The site features a collection of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom new build homes, offering a mix of terraced, semi-detached, and detached house types. The current starting price for a 2-bedroom home is from £325,000.

Ashberry Homes holds a reputable track record, having been awarded a 5-star builder status by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for nine consecutive years, based on independent customer recommendations of over 90%. Furthermore, the site is overseen by an NHBC Pride in the Job Award winner, Site Manager Alan Holmes, an accolade given to only the top 5% of UK site managers, indicating a focus on build quality at this specific development. Each property is sold as Freehold with a 10-year NHBC Buildmark warranty, though buyers should note an annual Estate Management Charge of approximately £115.65 is applied to certain plots.

Property Details

The development provides specific house styles catering to different buyer needs. Current examples include the 'The Lavender', a 2-bedroom end terrace house starting from £325,000, and the 'The Heather', a 3-bedroom mid terrace from £360,000. The larger 3-bedroom detached 'The Lysander' house type is priced at £400,000 (e.g., Plot 135) and features a utility room and en-suite to bedroom one. The 3-bedroom 'The Veronica' terraced home, priced at £400,000 (1228 sq. ft.), spans three floors and includes two en-suites and a dressing area to the main bedroom. Selected homes include allocated parking or a garage. All properties are built to a high-quality specification, incorporating modern open-plan living and dining areas and French doors leading to the rear garden.

Location Benefits

The Shortstown location offers direct and practical transport connections for both local and city commuters. Bedford train station is situated approximately 1.8 miles from the development, offering frequent direct services to London St Pancras International with fastest journey times of 37-40 minutes via Thameslink or East Midlands Railway. Bedford St Johns train station is even closer, at 1.1 miles. Road access is facilitated by the nearby A603, which connects to Bedford town centre in under 15 minutes, and the A421, providing a link to Milton Keynes in approximately 25 minutes. Major motorways are accessible, with the M1 11.5 miles away and the A1(M) 7.5 miles away. Local public transport is served by Stagecoach East bus services 3 and 9, which run frequently from Shortstown to the Bedford Bus Station in around 19-25 minutes.

Practical Information

Local amenities include a convenient Tesco Express (New Cardington Express). Larger retail is available at Alban Retail Park (approx. 10 minutes' drive) and in Bedford town centre at the Harpur Shopping Centre. For families, the development is located near well-regarded schools, including Shortstown Primary School and Bedford Academy (approx. 0.3 miles), which serve the catchment area for the Eastcotts parish. Current pricing ranges from £325,000 for a 2-bed home up to properties at £400,000 for a 3-bed detached house. Availability and viewing arrangements are on a plot-by-plot basis; interested parties are advised to contact the developer's sales advisor for up-to-date pricing, property specifications, and to book an appointment.