Greenways, Betteshanger

At Greenways, all the homes are heated by an air source heat pump that come with underfloor heating as standard on the ground floor

Set on the edges of the pretty coastal town of Deal, close to open green spaces but also within an hour’s drive of historic Canterbury, two hours of London and close to a number of beautiful seaside resorts too, Greenways truly offers the best of all worlds.

These stylish 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes are part of Redrow’s award-winning Heritage Collection, blending the finery of the past with the sophistication of the present, and when it comes to sophistication, Deal and the surrounding area will never disappoint. From castles and country gardens to museums and theatres, there is so much to experience and enjoy.

The centre of this charming Kent town is less than 10 minutes from home and offers amenities including great eateries and streets filled with independent boutiques selling music, fashion and more. Alongside a choice of fish and chip restaurants, including The Blue Mermaid and Sea View, there is also the popular Hog & Bean café, the much-loved Prince Albert gastropub and the highly-rated Victuals & Co restaurant. For food shopping, Sainsbury’s and Iceland are located centrally, along with independent gourmet grocery store Filberts Foods, while a Londis and Co-Operative Food are among the selection of convenience stores. There are several post offices and pharmacies within 5 miles of home, while the Westwood Cross Shopping Centre in nearby Broadstairs is perfect for retail therapy, as well as a cinema and places to eat.

For leisure and pleasure, you’ll also be well catered for. You can take a leisurely walk or bike ride around the beautiful Betteshanger Park, located next to the development, or enjoy a stroll along the beachfront or promenade. For something more active, there’s the Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club, the Sandwich Leisure Centre for a gym session, or Tides Swimming Centre to perfect your swim style. Those who love history can visit Deal Museum, the perfect place to learn more about the area’s heritage, and if you simply want to enjoy idyllic scenery, the world-famous White Cliffs of Dover are little more than a 20 minute drive from home, offering breath-taking views across the Channel.

Parents will be pleased to find a good selection of schools in the local area. Sholden and Worth primary schools are both less than 10 minutes away in the car and are both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, while for older students, Brewood School and Sandwich Technology School are a similar drive time and both have the same rating.

Like all Redrow developments, transport and travel connections are excellent, whether you prefer road or rail. The number of pretty coastal towns within easy reach by car include Margate (30 minutes), Ramsgate (24 minutes), Dover (20 minutes) and Folkstone (32 minutes), while the beautiful city of Canterbury is around a 36 minute drive, and commuters can reach Central London in less than 2 hours via the M2 motorway and A2 trunk road. Alternatively, Deal train station offers regular services to London Charing Cross (2 hours and 14 minutes), Ramsgate (21 minutes), Margate (38 minutes) and Folkestone (28 minutes).