Harbourside’s perfect riposte to lifestyle change

There are

numerous reasons to move home.

 For some it’s the

first step on the property ladder while for others it represents the opportunity

to change the way they live and try something completely

new.

 At Crest

Nicholson’s Harbourside development in Bristol, sales of the spacious two and

three-bedroom apartments have continued unabated despite the economic downturn,

with many of those who have chosen to live next to the city’s historic floating

harbour discovering a new lease of life that is far removed from what they were

accustomed to.

 And it seems

living next to water has given some a new appetite to go out and explore, trying

new things that they perhaps didn’t consider ‘was them’

before.

 One huge

advantage of Harbourside is its location. Right in heart of Bristol’s vibrant city-centre means those who have now made

it their home can take advantage of all the attractions the UK’s

eighth biggest conurbation has to offer.

 With a renowned

creative flair, there is always something going on in the city and the adage

‘west is best’ coupled with it’s laid back persona has also acted as a catalyst

for many people looking for a new way of life.

 The development

also reflects this exciting, modern attitude with the majority of properties

enjoying views of the water, the rooftops of south Bristol and also Brunel’s ss Great

Britain.

 And judging by

the number of house hunters who have moved in, is a clear vindication that

Harbourside has provided quality homes for a wide range of

people.

 For George and

Violetta Brownett the move to Harbourside has opened up a new lease of life

having lived in a four-bedroom detached house in

Yeovil.

 Geroge said:

“Harbourside is absolutely perfect for us; everything we love is within walking

distance and the views from the apartments are just phenomenal. We love the

vibrancy of the city and now that we actually live here we can’t believe it’s

real.

 “We did look at a

property on Park

Street but owning a home right on the water was too

much of a pull for us to ignore.

 “Everything is

right on our doorstep and we have magnificent views and a beautiful home.

Looking out of the window every morning onto the ss Great

Britain is unbelievable; I don’t think the

novelty will ever wear off.”

 John and Helen

Middleton also swapped their country retreat near York for a spacious apartment at Harbourside.

 Helen said:

“Although we are downsizing, the apartment is deceptively spacious; I always say

it’s a bit like a tardis! We have all the space we need and it’s so much more

manageable than our current home.

 “We wanted a

change of lifestyle as well and Harbourside seemed perfect. It’s vibrant and

stylish and we have all the amenities we need within walking distance. The

accessibility is perfect for us and the sense of community in the area is just

what we were looking for.”

 Monica Grenfell

also agrees. “Everything about the development is just so ideal for what I

want,” said the Health Editor of Woman's Own.

 “The location is

perfect and the layout of my new apartment is just what I

need.

 “Being able to

overlook the floating harbour watching the world go by on the water is a lovely

feeling and having lived in a rural location for so long being able to just pop

out to a restaurant or bar is just fantastic.”

 Susan Young,

sales and marketing director at Crest Nicholson said: “Harbourside living is all

about a lifestyle. Not only do you have everything on your doorstep, the views

are fantastic and there is a real sense of community in the area. Many of our

buyers have moved from much larger family homes and are just loving the

change.

 “There is also

the added attraction of living next to the floating harbour and with many

people’s aspirations being to live next to the water Harbourside is the perfect

choice.”

 Prices currently

start from £259,995.

 For further

information please call Sales Manager Lynda Hillberg on 0117 908 8888 or visit

www.harbourside.co.uk. The marketing

suite on Cathedral Walk is open daily from 10 am to

5pm.

Alternatively please contact Anna

Stanbridge at Savills on T: 0117 910 0354 or e-mail astanbridge@savills.com