Located on the northern bank of the River Thames, buyers can enjoy a home with the atmospheric east London district of Limehouse on their doorstep – and furthermore, a selection of apartments are available with London Help to Buy where purchasers can also take advantage of the government’s temporary stamp duty holiday and pay no contribution up to £500,000!
Since the re-opening of the property market last month there has been an 88% rise in demand, and 60% of home buyers intend to press ahead with their search for a new home as soon as possible[1]. London buyers keen to find a home in the capital and enjoy this vibrant city coming back to life, one of London’s largest housing providers, Notting Hill Genesis is set to launch an exciting new collection of apartments at their latest development The Kiln Works, E1 on Saturday 18th July. Located on the northern bank of the River Thames, buyers can enjoy a home with the atmospheric east London district of Limehouse on their doorstep – and furthermore, a selection of apartments are available with London Help to Buy where purchasers can also take advantage of the government’s temporary stamp duty holiday and pay no contribution up to £500,000!
Occupying a prime position within one of London’s most promising residential quarters, The Kiln Works comprises a stylish selection of one, two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments. Set amongst a fusion of historical dockland influences and shiny upscale modern towers positioned within nearby Canary Wharf, this contemporary collection of homes enjoys having one of London’s most dynamic and up-and-coming Zone 2 areas on its doorstep.
All of the homes at The Kiln Works have been carefully created to offer flexible, open-plan layouts coupled with a high-quality and stylish internal specification. Floor to ceiling height windows deliver an impressive sense of light and space, fully-fitted kitchens come complete with a range of integrated Siemens appliances, and all apartments also feature their own outdoor terrace or balcony most with views either overlooking London’s City or Canary Wharf skyline, the perfect space to unwind as the warmer summer months approach.
James Munson, Head of Marketing at Notting Hill Genesis comments: “This area of east London is offers beautiful blend of new and old in terms of local amenities, as well as access to greener travel routes such as CS3 and the Thames path. Limehouse has rapidly become a popular location among home buyers who have realised the value of this area – our offering of London Help to Buy, alongside the government’s recent changes to the stamp duty threshold, offers a more affordable way of owning a property whilst being able to live a London lifestyle in a truly unique neighbourhood.”
Emerging as one of the capital’s affordable alternatives to the neighbouring hipster hang outs of Shoreditch and Hoxton, the vibrant and welcoming riverside neighbourhood of Limehouse offers an abundance of local amenities to enjoy. Located just a five-minute walk from Limehouse DLR station, buyers can head out in any direction from The Kiln Works and choose from a range of independent shops and boutiques that line nearby Commercial Road. Less than a 10-minute walk away from the development is Limehouse Basin Marina, host to some of the area’s best local hotspots, including Gordon Ramsay’s The Narrow.
Further along, buyers can take a stroll along Narrow Street and enjoy one of the many old English pubs including The Grapes, or try one of the latest flavours at the Craft Beer Co. For entertainment, the historical award-winning venue, the Troxy, presents a packed events program including film screenings, live music and shows – whatever the choice, this unique east end quarter has much to offer its residents.
Less than one mile from the development, buyers can pay a visit to Mile End Park. Offering 32 hectares of green open space, which follows the Regents Canal from Victoria Park to Limehouse, and is also home to Mile End Leisure Centre and Stadium. Stepney City Farm offers a three-acre rural oasis in the heart of London, with a weekly Farmers Market every Saturday providing a variety of fresh local organic produce.
Commuting links from The Kiln Works couldn’t be easier. The Limehouse DLR and C2C station connects residents to Bank and Fenchurch Street both in under five minutes.. For those who want to take more of an active commute, Canary Wharf is only a 25-minute walk away or just 10 minutes by bike. There are also plenty of local bus routes and major road links that pass-through Limehouse, and London City Airport can be reached in 20 minutes via the DLR.
Prices for a one-bedroom apartment at The Kiln Works start from £432,500. There is also a selection of homes available to buy with Shared Ownership. For more information about The Kiln Works, please visit www.nhgsales.com and register your details or call 020 3815 2222 to book your online tour today.
