Better Connected

Celebrating the momentous Platinum Jubilee this year, the Elizabeth Line is dramatically improving transport links across London and the South East. The new line is giving 1.5 million more people within commuting distance of the City and Canary Wharf and means shorter journey times between popular destinations in the capital.

Lots of new developments along the Elizabeth Line are benefitting from the much-awaited opening, meaning residents are now even better connected across the capital and beyond, Abode2 takes a look at a selection of them

Postmark (Taylor Wimpey Central London) – 10 minutes from Farringdon station

Postmark is set to offer 681 homes and become a new central destination for Londoners; once complete, over half the site will be home to public and private space, including open squares surrounded by retail, and public gardens with play areas.

Featuring four distinct phases, with each designed by a different architect to reflect the architectural mosaic of the area. The latest phase, Signature Place, incorporates 109 apartments across two striking buildings boasting luxury interiors as well as benefitting from an impressive Wellness Centre – offering prospective buyers the very first insight into the unique lifestyle and amenities on offer

Occupying a prime position within Farringdon, Postmark offers superb connections throughout the city and beyond. The neighbouring areas of Clerkenwell, Chancery Lane, King’s Cross and Old Street provide residents at this new address with quick and easy travel connections, with five London Underground stations within walking distance. Prices at Postmark start from £980,000 for a one-bedroom apartment.

www.postmarklondon.co.uk

Upper Riverside at Greenwich Peninsula (Knight Dragon) – minutes from Canary Wharf station

Upper Riverside is a prime new waterfront neighbourhood in the heart of London’s new cultural district, Greenwich Peninsula and introduces a striking addition to London’s iconic skyline with five glass prism-shaped towers. The collection of studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments, lofts and penthouses enjoy uninterrupted views across the River Thames, city and beyond.

Spread across Upper Riverside’s five iconic buildings is The Upper Riverside Club, a host of modern and convenient amenities and services that bring the best of work, rest and play to the doorstep. From a cinema room, gym and swimming pool and sauna to co-working and event spaces; from the concierge to the digital community app – life on the Peninsula is as easy and accessible as ever

Taking a unique design approach, communal spaces and a selection of apartments within each building at Upper Riverside have been designed by a different British design icon, including Tom Dixon, Studio Ashby and Design Haus Liberty. North Greenwich Station is a minute’s walk, with a direct line to Canary Wharf in just two minutes and London Bridge in eight minutes. Prices start from £550,000 for a one-bedroom apartment.

www.upperriverside.co.uk

Watermark (Countryside) – 10 minutes’ walk from Maidenhead station

Watermark is Countryside’s new development in partnership with the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead in Maidenhead, delivering 229 modern homes on the banks of Maidenhead Waterways. Watermark is located within ten minutes’ walk of Maidenhead train station. Located on the Elizabeth Line, trains from Maidenhead reach Paddington in 35 minutes and following the full opening of Crossrail, will speed directly to Bond Street in 39 minutes and even Canary Wharf in under an hour.

Maidenhead Station has recently opened a new forecourt, following improvement works designed to make the area more commuter-friendly in anticipation of increased passenger numbers following the opening of the Elizabeth Line.

Countryside has also created a new public plaza at Watermark, which was opened this May by Theresa May MP with 20,000 sq ft of restaurant, café and leisure space, including two new restaurants, a pub and Anytime Fitness gym. This space extends out onto terraced seating with views of York Stream, making this the perfect place to socialise and relax.

www.watermark-maidenhead.co.uk

Verna at Acton Gardens (Countryside) – seven minute journey from Acton Main Line station

At Verna at Acton Gardens, the latest phase of Countryside and L&Q’s £800m regeneration of the South Acton estate in West London, Countryside is currently offering its Move for Free incentive, enabling buyers to save up to £30,500 on selected one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and duplexes, through a First Time Buyer Stamp Duty contribution, a Legal Fee contribution and Interior Design Solution from Danish designers BoConcept.

Residents benefit from an unrivalled location on a quiet corner of Acton Gardens, just two minutes’ walk from Acton Town Station, which is served by both the District and Piccadilly line. Acton Main Line station, located on the Elizabeth Line, is only a seven-minute bus journey away.

All of the homes offer private outside space in the form of a balcony or terrace, as well as access to the expansive green spaces located through the development. Prices start from £435,000 for a one-bedroom apartment and £555,000 for a two-bedroom apartment. Two- and three-bedroom duplexes are also available, with prices for these starting at £615,000.

www.actongardens.co.uk