Vale Croft Woods

Development Overview

Purchasers seeking new build homes in a well-connected Hampshire location should consider Vale Croft Woods, a development by the five-star housebuilder Redrow Homes, situated off Shoe Lane in Farnborough (GU11 2HE). The development is built as an extension of the developer’s 'Heritage Collection,' featuring architecture inspired by the 19th-century Arts and Crafts movement, yet incorporating contemporary, state-of-the-art interiors. The second phase of the development recently launched, bringing 83 new premium, eco-electric homes to the community.

Vale Croft Woods offers a range of three, four, and five-bedroom detached and semi-detached new build homes. Current available house types include the four-bedroom detached 'Henley' (starting from approximately £830,000), the four-bedroom semi-detached 'Lincoln' (starting from approximately £540,000), and the five-bedroom 'Hampstead' (starting from approximately £875,000). Three-bedroom homes start from approximately £570,000.

Property Details

All homes within the latest phase are 'eco-electric' and feature advanced energy-efficient specifications designed to reduce household costs and environmental impact. Standard features include air source heat pumps, solar panels, and underfloor heating across the ground floor, alongside built-in Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points throughout the development. Interiors offer open-plan kitchen/family/dining areas and separate lounges, with some four and five-bedroom house styles, such as the 'Henley,' featuring multiple en-suite bedrooms and internal garages. Show homes, including the 'Richmond,' 'Henley,' and 'Oxford Lifestyle,' are currently available for viewings.

Location Benefits

Vale Croft Woods is positioned near the borders of Berkshire, Hampshire, and Surrey, benefiting from extensive local and regional transport infrastructure. Road commuters are situated approximately 10 minutes from Junction 4 of the M3 Motorway, providing access to Central London (1 hour 18 minutes), Winchester (45 minutes), and Southampton (1 hour). Rail connections are efficient for commuters; Farnborough Main station is an 8-minute drive and offers services to London Waterloo in approximately 37 minutes, Clapham Junction in 34 minutes, and Basingstoke in 19 minutes. The nearby North Camp station (2.1 miles) provides routes to Reading (24 minutes) and Gatwick Airport (58 minutes). Local bus routes, including the 1, 10, 401, and 402, serve a stop approximately 15 minutes' walk from the development.

Amenities in the surrounding area include The Garrison Sports Centre for indoor and outdoor fitness. The area is served by schools including Tower Hill Primary, Grange Community Junior School, and South Farnborough Junior School, all previously rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.

Practical Information

The development is active, with the second phase of properties available for reservation. Pricing for new build homes generally ranges from approximately £570,000 for three-bedroom houses up to over £950,000 for specific five-bedroom detached plots. Redrow Homes maintains a five-star builder rating for customer satisfaction, although prospective buyers are strongly advised to conduct their own independent due diligence, as is standard with all new build purchases, particularly regarding long-term aftercare. To arrange a viewing of the show homes or for specific plot availability, contact the Redrow Homes sales team directly.