Home Builders Federation 5 star builder, Bellway Homes' will be launching Canalside, an exclusive collection of three and four bedroom family homes in Thatcham, Berkshire, on Saturday, 18th October.

Set in an idyllic location, Canalside is a small development of just 13 homes surrounded by beautiful Berkshire countryside. The homes are between the Kennet and Avon Canal and attractive farmland, but are incredibly well connected, just a short walk from Thatcham train station, with quick journeys to Reading and Newbury and further out to central London.

The houses are designed in a traditional English cottage style, with dark weatherboard and brick facades and private gardens. The development has ample parking and each home has two car parking spaces. The homes are due for completion at the start of 2015, so purchasers should be able to move into their new home just after the start of the New Year. The homes are also available with the government back Help to Buy scheme, giving purchasers the opportunity to buy a new home with as little as a 5% deposit.

Commenting on the launch of the new homes, Claire McGoldrick, sales manager for Bellway Homes Thames Valley says: “Canalside is located in a beautiful part of the English countryside, yet offers superb links into London and Reading, so is perfect for commuters. The local farmland and limited number of homes in the development creates a handsome rural setting. With just 13 homes to buy, this development is likely to receive a great deal of interest, so I'd urge eager purchasers to consider visiting the site during the launch weekend.”

Available to view from the launch weekend will be the four bedroom detached Heron showhome. On the ground floor the hallway leads to all rooms, with a study, and a spacious living room and downstairs cloakroom. To the rear of the house is a large, open plan kitchen / dining area, with French doors leading out to the private rear garden.

Upstairs are three double bedrooms and a fourth bedroom that could also be used as a children's playroom. The master bedroom enjoys an en-suite shower room and fitted wardrobes. There is also a family bathroom and plenty of storage space.

The homes at Canalside have modern fitted kitchens, with a stainless steel Zanussi oven, four ring gas hob and stainless steel splashback. All bathrooms are fitted with Roca white sanitaryware with chrome fittings and a thermostatic shower.

Canalside takes full advantage of its location. Barges and canal boats regularly travel along the canal and the tow path is very accessible for scenic walks. Thatcham itself is a thriving town with a busy high street offering a range of independent retailers and high street stores. As well as a Waitrose supermarket, the town is host to a weekly open air market with stalls offering fresh, seasonal produce.

Canalside is also conveniently located for the area's regional business hubs. Newbury, famous for its racecourse and headquarters to one of the UK's largest mobile operators is just four miles from Thatcham. Reading, a 30 minute drive from the development is a well-known commercial hub for business, with many national and international companies based in the town.

Thatcham boasts a selection of excellent schools, including Spurcroft Primary and the independent Kennet School, both just over a mile away in Thatcham. The University of Reading offering a wide range of higher education courses is also within a commutable distance from home.

With excellent transport connections close by, homes at Canalside are ideal for local commuters. Thatcham train station is a short walk from home and offers direct services to Newbury in 6 minutes and Reading in 19 minutes. Direct journeys to London Paddington are also within reach at 54 minutes. Canalside also benefits from convenient road connections with easy access to the A4, providing links onto the M4, while Heathrow Airport is approximately an hour's drive from the development.

Bellway's free to use Part Exchange and Express Mover schemes are available at Canalside, to help purchasers move into their new home quicker. With Part Exchange, Bellway will provide a fair offer for your home based upon an independent valuation and there are no estate agents or advertising fees to pay. For Express Mover, Bellway will work with a recommended local agent to market your home. Terms and conditions for both offers apply.

Prices for the homes at Canalside will be released at the launch on 18th October. The sales office and show home will be open 7 days a week, between 10am to 5pm. For more information please telephone the sales office on 0845 459 1022.