Greenwood Gardens

Development Overview

Greenwood Gardens is a collection of contemporary new build homes located at Strode Farm, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7FR, forming part of the wider Lower Herne Village extension. The development is a joint venture by Countryside Homes, a brand under the Vistry Group, which holds an HBF 5-star housebuilder rating, indicating that over 90% of their customers would recommend them. The development comprises a mix of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom houses, predominantly offered on a Freehold basis, alongside a selection of 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, some available through the Shared Ownership scheme.

Specific property types include the 2-bedroom mid-terrace 'The Hazel' and various 3 and 4-bedroom detached models such as 'The Skylark' and 'The Woburn' (the current four-bedroom show home). Current available prices demonstrate a range starting from approximately $ extsterling 310,000$ for a 2-bedroom house, with 3-bedroom semi-detached plots listed from $ extsterling 359,995$, and 4-bedroom detached homes ranging from $ extsterling 419,995$ up to $ extsterling 540,000$.

Property Details

Each property at Greenwood Gardens is designed for modern, energy-efficient living, incorporating features such as PV panels installed as standard and low-carbon technology to enhance sustainability. The internal specification includes high-quality fittings such as Symphony kitchens with integrated appliances. Homes are typically laid out with open-plan kitchen/living/dining areas and French doors leading to private rear gardens. Practical elements across the house types include allocated parking, with EV charging points provided to all houses, a downstairs cloakroom, and an en-suite bathroom to the main bedroom. All homes come with a 10-year NHBC Buildmark warranty and a 2-year customer care warranty.

Location Benefits

The development balances proximity to the Kent coastline with excellent connectivity. Road links are strong, with the site offering easy access to the A299 (Thanet Way), A28, and M2 motorway for travel to London and Dover. Herne Bay train station is located a short 6-minute drive away (approx. 1.72 km) and provides direct rail services to London Victoria with a typical journey time of approximately 90 minutes. The historic city of Canterbury, offering comprehensive retail and cultural amenities, is reachable in approximately 17 minutes by car.

Local amenities include the Herne Bay high street, accessible by a 10-minute cycle, which hosts a variety of shops and restaurants. For families, the location is served by a range of schools, including Herne Church of England Junior School and Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School, both of which have been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted and are located within approximately one kilometre. On-site, the development incorporates new public open spaces, recreational areas, and plans for allotments to serve the community.

Practical Information

The 4-bedroom 'Woburn' show home is available for viewings; prospective buyers should contact the sales team directly to book an appointment and confirm opening hours. Countryside Homes offers various purchasing incentives on selected plots, which have previously included Stamp Duty contributions (e.g., $ extsterling 11,750$ on a specific 4-bed plot) and contributions of 'Up to $ extsterling 25,000$ to Spend Your Way'. The developer also provides assistance schemes such as Home Exchange and Smooth Move on eligible properties. Specific details regarding remaining plot availability and current incentives should be confirmed with the development's sales consultants.