Knights Reach

Development Overview

Knights Reach is a new build residential development by Taylor Wimpey, located on Watling Street, Stone, Dartford, Kent (DA2 8DE). The scheme is designed to deliver a mixed community of 2, 3, and 4 bedroom houses, alongside 2 bedroom apartments and coach houses. Taylor Wimpey, the developer, holds the highest possible 5-Star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), which signifies that over 90% of their customers would recommend them. This track record indicates a commitment to build quality and customer service.

Prices at Knights Reach currently range from approximately £285,000 for a two-bedroom apartment, up to £397,500 for a two-bedroom end-terrace home. Larger properties, such as a three-bedroom end-terrace, are priced from around £477,995, and four-bedroom homes start from approximately £512,995. A limited number of properties, including 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and family houses, are also available via the Shared Ownership scheme through Latimer by Clarion Housing Group.

Property Details

Properties across the Knights Reach development incorporate several energy-efficient design features, including solar panels and triple-glazed windows, intended to help reduce homeowners' running costs. The new homes come with the assurance of a 10-year NHBC warranty.

House types are designed for modern living. For example, the four-bedroom 'Huxford' semi-detached house features a separate front living room, an open-plan kitchen/dining area with double doors leading to the garden, an en-suite to the main bedroom, and benefits from a single garage and two allocated parking spaces. Apartment and coach house designs also feature practical layouts; the two-bedroom ‘Stoneford’ coach house offers open-plan living with a Juliet balcony, a carport, and an allocated parking space.

Location Benefits

Knights Reach offers strong connections for London commuters and local residents. Stone Crossing train station is approximately 1 mile away, while Greenhithe for Bluewater is 1.3 miles distant. Rail services from Stone Crossing provide direct links to Central London, with journey times to London Blackfriars in approximately 51 minutes, and to London Bridge in as little as 38 to 40 minutes on the fastest services. Major road access is highly convenient, with the development close to the A2, M25, and A282 for the Dartford River Crossing.

The immediate local area benefits from shops and eateries in Stone Village. For extensive retail and leisure, Bluewater Shopping Centre and Dartford town centre are a short drive away. Families have access to nearby primary schools, including Stone St Mary's CofE Primary School (0.4 miles) and Fleetdown Primary School (0.5 miles). Residents will also benefit from new on-site communal areas, including two planned parks, a community orchard, and a playground, while Darenth Country Park is nearby for open space, walking, and cycle routes.

Practical Information

The development provides a range of purchase options including both outright sale and Shared Ownership schemes (via Latimer). For specific plot-by-plot pricing, availability (including which plots are 'Under Offer'), and estimated completion dates, prospective buyers should contact the Taylor Wimpey sales team directly. Further details on specific home features, property specifications, and current viewing arrangements are available from the developer. The properties are sold with a 10-year NHBC warranty.