According to the latest research by Rightmove, sales of three and four bedroom houses have increased by 55% among second steppers in the last month[1], resulting in a mini boom for the housing market. For homebuyers eager to upsize to a larger home, Millwood Designer Homes' charming three-bedroom homes at The Maltings in Biddenden, Kent are an excellent option.

Situated in the heart of Kent, The Maltings enjoys a prime position nestled within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and bordering the Kent Downs. Currently, all of the stunning three-bedroom properties are available for buyers to purchase through the Help to Buy scheme, but second steppers need to get in fast before the scheme changes to solely first-time buyers in March 2021.

The Help to Buy scheme assists homebuyers on their property journey by lending homebuyers up to 20% of the cost of a new build home, meaning purchasers require just a 5% deposit and a 75% mortgage to buy the property. This, along with the current stamp duty holiday available until the end of March, will further help to relieve some of the financial burdens of second stepping into a larger home.

Philip Brown, Sales and Marketing Director at Millwood Designer Homes, comments: “With the incredible 'Help to Buy' scheme available on our homes at The Maltings there has never been a better time for second steppers to make the most out of their money when it comes upsizing. Our extraordinary collection of homes at The Maltings are ideal for small families hoping to get more for their money. We have already experienced a high demand for our homes with Help to Buy available which is soon coming to an end, so we encourage potential purchasers to book a viewing as soon as possible to make sure they don't miss out.”

Beautifully designed with a perfect blend of modern and traditional architecture, The Mulberry, a three-bedroom home, features an idyllic combination of spaces for comfortable family living and entertaining. Boasting an impressive open-plan kitchen which benefits from an abundance of natural light this elegant home offers a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor living. Finished to a high-quality standard with excellent attention to detail, this luxury oasis offers a sleek and modern designed kitchen complete with fully integrated appliances, including a fridge/ freezer and induction hob, ensuring effortless modern day living.

Within the picturesque village of Biddenden, the traditional English community and local family run businesses perfectly encapsulate the idyllic countryside lifestyle at offer for respective buyers at The Maltings. Home to a striking collection of medieval architecture and everyday amenities, the quaint high street benefits from a variety of shops, pubs and the 20-year old Michelin star family-run restaurant, The West House. Residents are also less than a 10-minute walk away from spectacular green spaces, with over 20 acres of open space at the Biddenden Millennium Field Nature Reserve, for those who enjoy all that nature has to offer.

Prices at The Maltings start from £430,000, with a selection of properties available with Help to Buy. For more information please visit www.millwooddesignerhomes.co.uk or call 01843 880843.

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[1] https://www.rightmove.co.uk/news/house-price-index/

NOTES TO EDITORS

ABOUT MILLWOOD DESIGNER HOMES

Established in 1992, Millwood Designer Homes is an award-winning homebuilder based in Kent, with exclusive developments in country, town, village and waterside locations throughout Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Millwood builds a broad range of individually designed homes from contemporary apartments to traditional two and three storey residences.

Millwood aims to enhance the rural aspects of regenerated brownfield land, by ensuring that landscaping is sympathetic to the environment and that natural and existing features, such as reclaimed bricks and materials are retained, where possible. Over the past 28 years, Millwood has successfully established a strong and successful reputation as a leading regional housebuilder in the South East. Now, privately owned by Places for People, the passion behind Millwood remains the same and is demonstrated through traditional design, excellent skill and meticulous attention to detail.

The company's continued policy of combining all that is best in local architectural history, with the latest in modern innovation has won the company many prestigious regional and national awards over the years. For more information, please visit www.millwooddesignerhomes.co.uk.