Energy-efficient family home with garden, garage and fast rail links to London.
Brand-new four-bedroom detached home on a large plot
This newly built four-bedroom detached home at Forster Park (The Reedmaker) is aimed at growing families and those upsizing who value contemporary open-plan living and energy efficiency. The ground floor features a light-filled kitchen/dining area with French doors to the rear garden, a separate living room and a utility room, giving practical family circulation and clear indoor-outdoor flow.
The specification includes solar panels, an EV charging point, triple glazing, Honeywell smart controls and 500mm loft insulation — all designed to reduce running costs and support low-carbon living. A single garage plus two driveway spaces and a large plot give useful parking and exterior storage. The development is backed by a 10-year NHBC Buildmark policy.
Location benefits include quick access to Fairlands Valley Park and local schools, close links to the A1 and Stevenage station for fast trains into London. On-site convenience is strengthened by a Tesco Express and planned communal green space, play areas and a proposed local centre, making it practical for family life.
Notable downsides are factual and should be checked: the listing data records only one bathroom despite developer text referencing en-suite bathrooms — confirm final bathroom configuration before exchange. Broadband speeds are reported as slow in the area, which may affect home working. Crime levels are listed as very high for the local area, so buyers should verify local safety measures and any estate management security provisions. An estate management charge of £137 per year applies.