Plenty Of Options For Downsizing To A New Home In Surrey

As the family moves on, an increasing number of us are downsizing to smaller more manageable new homes. Downsizing can release cash to help in retirement, or help children get a foot on the property ladder. Surrey offers open countryside, yet is close to London, and enjoys great road, rail and air transport links. Moving on from the family home doesn't mean closing the door on family and friends with developers in Surrey offering a range of two- and three-bedroom new houses with space for weekend visits from loved ones.

Weston Homes has a number of ideal properties at its Canon Court development in Wallington. Close to the 15-acre Beddington Park, and just 30 minutes by rail to central London, this leafy town enjoys a wide range of shopping, bars, restaurants and leisure facilities. Ready for immediate occupation is Plot 40, priced at 192,995. This two-bedroom luxury apartment benefits from large airy rooms, telephone entry system, oak veneered doors and a choice of carpets and floorings. The fully fitted kitchen includes ceramic hob and integrated fridge/freezer and washer/drier.

Gresham Mill, by developer Linden Homes, consists of just 88 new apartments and houses and is set among the beautiful country atmosphere of Old Woking. Prices start at 284,995, and residents have access to a private tennis court and landscaped gardens, including a stream which runs through the grounds. Home 18 is a two-bedroom, first-floor apartment with parking space, priced at 287,500. This luxury new home includes a fitted kitchen with granite work surfaces and integrated appliances. The master bedroom benefits from modern en suite and dressing room. The property is light and airy throughout, with plenty of storage space and room for visiting family and friends.

New to the market is the stunning Royal Gallery in Kingston-upon-Thames, by leading developer Crest Nicholson. These contemporary new homes lie close to the thriving town centre and the River Thames and enjoy great transport links to London and beyond. The homes come fitted with high-quality Bosch kitchen appliances, Roca sanitaryware, gas-fired central heating and low-energy lighting throughout. On offer this month is Plot 27. This two-bedroom apartment with carpets included is on offer at 304,950, a saving of 5,000 on the list price, if reserved by 31st August 2011. This spacious apartment offers plenty of room for entertaining, with a large balcony from the living area. The master bedroom benefits from fitted double wardrobes, and there is further storage space in the entrance hall.

Show apartments are now open at New Central, a Barratt Homes development of one- and two-bedroom new homes in Woking, with prices for luxury two-bedroom apartments from 239,995. The fourth-floor Plot 344 with balcony comprises a good-size master bedroom with en suite, airy second bedroom and fully fitted main bathroom. The open-plan kitchen, living and dining area benefits from French doors that access a private balcony, which extends across the full width of the property.