Barleywoods

Development Overview

Barleywoods is a new build development by Bellway Homes (Eastern Counties) located on Braunston Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RU. The development is situated approximately 20 miles east of Leicester and offers a collection of 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes, designed to appeal to families and buyers moving away from city life seeking a high-quality property in a desirable rural market town.

Developer Bellway Homes holds a strong track record, having earned a 5-star status from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for the eighth consecutive year. This accolade is based on a customer satisfaction survey where over 90% of buyers reported they would recommend the builder to a friend. The company employs a 'Better with Bellway' strategy, which includes customer-focused initiatives like pre-plaster visits and 'Meet the Builder' experiences.

Property Details

The properties at Barleywoods primarily feature detached house styles across the 3, 4, and 5-bedroom range. Specific available house types include four-bedroom detached homes such as ‘The Scrivener’, ‘The Bowyer’, ‘The Goldsmith’, and ‘The Jeweller’, with pricing starting from approximately £450,000 to £600,000. Larger family homes, such as the five-bedroom detached ‘The Watchmaker’, are priced from approximately £670,000.

Standard specifications typically feature high-quality fittings, including integrated kitchen appliances, open-plan kitchen, dining, and family areas, Roca sanitaryware, and wall tiling in all bathrooms. The master bedroom in each home includes an en-suite facility. The development itself incorporates a tree-lined entrance and boundaries.

Location Benefits

Oakham is the county town of Rutland, characterised as a picturesque and traditional English market town known for its high-quality historic environment and strong community identity. The development is within close proximity to the significant local leisure area of Rutland Water.

Transport Links: Road connections are strong, with the development located approximately a 15-minute drive from the A1, providing commuter access to Grantham, Newark-on-Trent, and Peterborough. Oakham railway station is also close by and offers regular direct services to major transport hubs including London Stansted, Birmingham, and Cambridge.

Local Amenities: Oakham town centre provides numerous local amenities, including specific restaurants and cafes such as The Angler, Hitchen’s Barn, Sarpech Wine Bar & Restaurant, 10 Dining Street, Red India, Jashir, and Otters Fine Food.

Education: The local area is served by several well-regarded schools. Oakham C of E Primary School is approximately a four-minute drive from the site, alongside other local primaries like Brooke Hill Academy and Catmose Primary. Secondary education is provided by Catmose College and Harington School for further education, in addition to the independent Oakham School.

Practical Information

Viewings for the Barleywoods development are conducted by appointment only. Bellway Homes offers various schemes to assist with the purchasing process, including Part Exchange, Own New Rate Reducer, and Express Mover. Selected homes are made available under the 'Good to Go' or similar incentives for faster completions. Prospective buyers are advised to contact the Bellway Homes (Eastern Counties) sales office directly for current pricing, availability, viewing appointments, and the specific terms of available incentives.