Viridian Meadows by Avant Homes · Eyam Close, Desborough, Northamptonshire, NN14 2FF

Viridian Meadows is a new build development by Avant Homes, located off Eyam Close, Desborough, Northamptonshire, NN14 2FF. The scheme is a significant 135-home development comprising a mix of 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom properties, including semi-detached and detached house types. The overall project received planning approval in March 2022, with construction expected to take approximately three and a half years from the start date, and 30% of the homes allocated for affordable housing.

The current available homes are predominantly 3, 4, and 5 bedroom houses. Specific pricing for currently available new build homes includes 3-bedroom semi-detached houses, such as The Oakwood (Plot 12 and 13), priced at $ extsterling$290,000. Larger homes include 4-bedroom detached houses like The Horbury (Plot 23) from $ extsterling$387,450, and 5-bedroom detached properties, such as The Darley (Plot 14) at $ extsterling$410,000, and The Appleton (Plot 81) priced at $ extsterling$495,000. Pricing starts from approximately $ extsterling$290,000 and ranges up to $ extsterling$495,000 for the largest detached house types. All homes come with a 10-year warranty and a guaranteed EPC rating of B or above. Avant Homes' designs at Viridian Meadows emphasise modern, flexible living spaces with a high internal specification. Standard features across the range include designer kitchens equipped with integrated appliances and French doors leading to the rear garden. The 3-bedroom semi-detached 'The Oakwood' house type, for example, features a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances, two French doors, and a separate lounge area. Upstairs, the main bedroom benefits from a private en-suite shower room. All properties offer off-street parking and a choice of kitchen and tiling options, subject to build stage. Viridian Meadows is positioned approximately one mile from Desborough town centre. Local amenities include a Sainsbury's superstore, a doctor's surgery, and a dental surgery, alongside a selection of high street shops, pubs, and restaurants. A modern leisure complex featuring a gym, café, football grounds, and an outdoor skate park is also available nearby. Transport links are provided by the Ash Grove bus stop, a 5-minute walk from the development, offering access to Stagecoach Midlands' hourly 17 and 18 services to Kettering and Market Harborough. Road access is quick, with the A6 a two-minute drive away. The M1 and M6 motorways are reachable in about half an hour. The nearest railway station is Market Harborough, a 10-minute drive away, providing frequent, hourly train services to major cities including Leicester, Nottingham, and London St Pancras. Northampton is a 35-minute drive by car. For families, Loatlands Primary School is a 14-minute walk (0.2 miles) from the site, while secondary education options, including Welland Park Academy (ages 11-16) and Robert Smyth Academy (ages 11-19), are located in Market Harborough, approximately a 10-minute drive away. The development is currently active, with show homes open for viewing. Avant Homes is registered with the New Homes Quality Board and adheres to the New Homes Quality Code. Prospective buyers should be aware that the developer's track record has mixed reviews regarding post-purchase customer service and snagging resolution. Current incentives on select plots include 5% Deposit Contributions and the inclusion of upgraded features like an EV Charger and Triple Glazing on certain 5-bedroom homes. Specific house types, plot availability, and current offers are subject to change, and buyers are advised to contact the developer for the most up-to-date information and to arrange a viewing.