Berkeley Homes

• Berkeley announces inspiring new residential development, Eden Grove, launches September 2020, setting an unrivalled benchmark for new homes in the leafy riverside location of Staines-Upon- Thames.

• The first phase, Lavender House, will comprise 130 exceptional one and two bedroom apartments starting at £320,000.

• With Central London just 35 minutes away by train, residents can enjoy the best of both worlds and revel in the outstanding natural beauty of the surrounding Surrey countryside and River Thames.

• Unrivalled resident facilities will include a new co-working space, a concierge, cinema, private gym and a central landscaped garden with a signature water feature.

Dates announced for exclusive launch events – click here to register interest

Berkeley has revealed plans for the first phase of Eden Grove, a 2.57 Acres / 1.04 Hectares development nestled in the leafy riverside location Staines-Upon-Thames. When complete, Eden Grove will feature 489 homes and become the tallest residential building in Staines-Upon- Thames offering spectacular views of the surrounding Surrey countryside.

Phase one, Lavender House, launches in September 2020 with the release of 130 exceptional one and two bedroom apartments, presenting an opportunity to invest in a quintessentially British destination, just moments from the River Thames and 35 minutes away from the heart of the Capital.

The homes will range in size from 442 sq ft to 793 sq ft with prices starting at £320,000, with some benefiting from outside private balconies overlooking the town and surrounding green spaces.

A new living experience

Eden Grove will bring a new calibre of living to Staines-Upon-Thames. With exceptional architecture, the buildings are arranged as pavilions around a shared garden space, orientated to capture as much daylight as possible. Residents can expect a high specification throughout, from the unique and stylish interiors through to the biodiverse landscaped gardens and signature water feature.

Residents living in Eden Grove will benefit from Berkeley’s industry-leading approach to delivering outstanding residential property where convenience and comfort are paramount. Residents will have unlimited access to an unrivalled array of facilities, setting a new standard for new build homes in the area. The concierge will serve every apartment and there will also be access to a private gym, cycling studio, cinema as well as a co-working space for residents who wish to work from home.

Enjoy the best Surrey has to offer

Staines-Upon-Thames, set on the River Thames, is surrounded by picturesque green space with a thriving mix of shops, cafes and restaurants within reach of Eden Grove. Residents can enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of the surrounding Surrey countryside and towns with their historic, royal and sporting significance including Windsor Castle, Ascot or Guards Polo Club.

Access to educational excellence

Royal Holloway is only a six minute drive away and over 20 independent schools are within a six mile radius of Eden Grove, including Eton College. Four of London’s Top 10 universities are within a 25 mile drive or less than an hour’s train journey away. This includes Imperial College London, King’s College London, University College of London and London School of Economics.

Invest in a thriving economy

In the past five years, property prices have risen faster in Staines-Upon - Thames than many of the surrounding areas, and at a higher rate than the London average, with rental yields also increasing. Eden Grove is exceptionally well located, surrounded by the most expensive commuter real estate outside of London, with a vibrant economy and within easy access of London.

The area was also recently ranked No.1 for start-ups and features in the top 10% of all UK destinations for long-term growth potential.

Superior connectivity by rail, road and air

Eden Grove boasts superb transport connectivity. The development is a five minute walk from the train station, with Knightsbridge, Bond Street and the West End less than an hour away by train. Residents are a short 10 minute drive to London Heathrow Airport and a short drive from Royal Holloway University and Eton College.

Paul Vallone, Executive Chairman St Edward, “It is a rarity to find a premium newly built residential opportunity not only just a short walk from the River Thames and in close proximity to the English countryside but also benefiting from exceptional transport links to Central London and Heathrow Airport. Eden Grove presents a unique and exceptional opportunity in one of the most prestigious and historic catchments in the UK. We are proud to be offering a new approach to living in Staines-Upon-Thames, one of Surrey’s ‘hidden gems’.”

Nick Whitten – UK Head of Residential JLL Research "We expect history to repeat itself with Greater London and South East locations performing the strongest as we emerge from the COVID-19 crisis, just as they did coming out of the Global Financial Crisis. Once the dust settles house prices and rents will begin to grow again from as soon as 2021 in locations with strong demand fundamentals such as Staines-upon- Thames.’’