Harvino

Development Overview

Harvino is a new build property development by Bellway Homes, located on Bromsgrove Road in Hunnington, Worcestershire (B62 0LF). The site occupies the historic former Blue Bird Toffee Factory, offering a collection of 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom new build homes. Situated between the village of Romsley and the market town of Halesowen, the development falls under the administration of Bromsgrove District Council. Pricing for the available new homes ranges from £358,500 for selected 3-bedroom house types up to £990,000 for the larger detached properties. Bellway Homes has been recognised as a 5-star builder by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for nine consecutive years and was crowned 'Large housebuilder of the year 2023' at The Housebuilder Awards, reflecting a commitment to quality. Additionally, the site manager at Harvino, Paul Heath, has received an NHBC Pride in the Job award.

Property Details

Properties at Harvino include a selection of semi-detached, terraced, and detached house types, designed to appeal to first-time buyers and commuters. Specific house styles include 'The Ocean,' a 3-bedroom semi-detached home spanning 849 sq. ft., and 'The Azure,' a 3-bedroom terraced home over three storeys with an open-plan ground floor encompassing the kitchen, living, and dining space. Many properties, such as a 4-bedroom semi-detached townhouse available from £429,995, feature an open-plan kitchen and dining area with French doors to the rear garden, a cloakroom, and master bedrooms with an en-suite. Selected homes are advertised with practical, modern features like solar panels and electric vehicle charging points. All properties are offered with a Freehold tenure, though an Estate Management Charge of approximately £250.00 per annum applies.

Location Benefits and Transport Links

Harvino offers strong connectivity for commuters, being approximately 10 miles from Central Birmingham. Road links are excellent, with the development situated within a two-minute drive of the A456 and a seven-minute drive of the M5 motorway. Public transport is facilitated by the Blue Bird Park bus stop, a minute's walk from the site, which offers regular bus routes to Halesowen and Bromsgrove. For rail travel, Old Hill train station is an eight-minute drive away, providing services to Kidderminster and Stratford-upon-Avon. Direct transport to Central Birmingham is available from the Manor Abbey Sports Ground bus stop, approximately a mile away, with an estimated journey time of 34 minutes.

Local amenities are easily accessible. The village of Romsley is one mile away, providing local pubs, a bakery, and independent boutiques. A more comprehensive offering of shops, including well-known supermarket brands, high-street labels, and dining options, is available in Halesowen town centre, a four-minute drive to the north, which also hosts the Cornbow Shopping Centre. Families benefit from local schools in Romsley and Halesowen, with Reaside Academy located 1.7 miles away. For leisure, the National Trust's Clent Hills is an eight-minute drive from the site, and the local area includes Hunnington Coarse Fishery.

Practical Information

The development sales office is currently open, with specific days and times available on the developer's website. Prospective buyers are advised to contact Bellway Homes directly for the latest plot availability, specific house type features (e.g., 'The Cobalt,' 'The Teal,' 'The Indigo'), and current incentive schemes like 'Good to Go' or 'Express Mover'.