Judith Gardens

Development Overview

Judith Gardens is a new build homes development by Bovis Homes, situated on Gidding Road in the established village of Sawtry, Cambridgeshire (PE28 5WE). The development, named after the 12th-century landowner Judith of Lens, features a selection of energy-efficient 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses. Bovis Homes has secured a 5-Star Housebuilder rating from the HBF for 2025, with 90% of customers indicating they would recommend the company, and the Judith Gardens site itself was an NHBC Award Winning Development in 2024.

Property Details

Available new build homes include specific house types designed for modern family living. Current availability, as of the time of writing, features 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom detached and semi-detached properties. Examples of available plots include: the 3-bedroom semi-detached 'The Epsom' from £360,000, the 3-bedroom detached 'The Spruce' from £375,000, and the 4-bedroom detached 'The Juniper' from £425,000, which includes a dedicated study/office.

Standard property specifications for many plots include a 10-year NHBC Buildmark warranty, an en-suite to the principal bedroom, and two allocated parking spaces. Interior layouts often feature a separate sitting room and an open-plan kitchen with a dedicated dining area (model-dependent). New homes at Judith Gardens are designed for energy efficiency, with potential savings of up to 64% on typical heating bills compared to older properties.

Location Benefits

Sawtry provides a balance of village life and commuter connectivity, positioned between the cities of Huntingdon and Peterborough. Road links are excellent, with the development located near Junction 15 of the A1(M), providing fast access to the wider East Anglia road network. The village is approximately 8.6 miles from Huntingdon and 9.7 miles from Peterborough. Commuters benefit from direct rail services to London Kings Cross and London St Pancras from the nearby train stations in Huntingdon and Peterborough, with advertised journey times to London of just over an hour.

Local amenities within the village include a Co-operative supermarket, a Post Office, a butcher's, a newsagents, and health and beauty services. Leisure facilities are centred around Sawtry Lifestyles, which provides a gym, sports hall, and swimming pool. Educational provision is available via Sawtry Infants School and Sawtry Junior Academy, both situated approximately 0.3 miles from the development, and the Sawtry Village Academy which caters to senior pupils and includes a sixth form.

Practical Information

The current price range for available homes begins from £360,000 for a 3-bedroom house. Buyers should note the availability of moving schemes such as Home Exchange, Smooth Move, and the Key Workers Scheme. Viewings are by appointment; prospective buyers are advised to contact Bovis Homes directly to inquire about specific plot completion status, mortgage options, and to arrange an inspection of the 'Chestnut' and 'Cypress' Show Homes.