WE’VE recently featured some interesting developments at Clifton Moor, where office blocks have been turned into affordable apartments.

Now, a short drive from the outlet, here is Redrow’s development The Granary, which brings the best of York, without having to live in the city itself. With excellent local schools, shops and services, you’ll find everything you need on your doorstep, plus the option of the city close by whenever you want it.

The Granary offers a range of two, three and four bedroom detached, semi-detached and terraced homes from the company’s award winning Heritage Collection. And thanks to Help to Buy, you could move in for just a five per cent deposit.

Prices range from £304,950 to £389,950 and Early Bird offers are available on selected plots, which means this fabulous development will tick all the boxes for many families.

But don’t take our word, just look at these amazing show homes.

The Marlow is a four double bedroomed house with plenty of room for all the family to enjoy some personal space. At the same time this well-proportioned detached home brings everyone together when it counts, whether for family meals in the generous kitchen / dining room, or relaxing together in the large, comfortable lounge.

Careful planning has made space for a host of features, including an en suite bathroom to the master bedroom, optional fitted wardrobes in two of the others, a separate utility, plus of course the integral garage. And it’s all bathed in light from large windows to make this superb home feel even more spacious and vibrant.

The Warwick show home, on the other hand, demonstrates why this development works so well. No little boxes at The Granary, all the houses here have their own unique design statement. The Warwick’s is some impressive wood cladding that enhances the roofline to the decorative door cornice.

The Warwick has an authentic aura that underlines the sense of quality and craftsmanship evident throughout, yet practicality is at the heart of this charming three bedroom house. Large, open plan interiors make spending time together a pleasure, while the separate lounge and generously sized bedrooms are perfect for relaxation.

With contemporary décor and all the amenities you could need, The Warwick is a superb proposition for both downsizers and growing families.

Then we come to the executive properties named The Oxford and Cambridge. Both examples are still available at Clifton and they earn their blues with outstanding features.

We’ll start with the Cambridge; a four bedroomed home for a very reasonable £389,950. Again this property is designed with practicality and style at the core. It is also filled with the latest features, while contemporary, elegant interiors mean you can enjoy them in luxury.

That’s not all. A marvellous en-suite to the master bedroom, generous garage, separate utility and cloak rooms are just some of details that show the level of thought that has gone into its design.

From the open plan family area, to the sophistication and sanctuary of the lounge, The Cambridge offers a superb balance between family life and personal space.

The Oxford again continues the theme of individuality. A shade cheaper than its varsity sibling at £368,950, this four bedroom home oozes quality and character. And its design captures the very essence of traditional house building, including bay windows and a roofed porch.

Once you have stepped through the entrance, however, you are greeted with a contemporary, stylish interior. The Oxford also offers an open-plan kitchen and dining area which will surely become the heart of the home, while an elegant lounge provides a perfect relaxing space.

All the bedrooms are generously sized, with even the smallest boasting impressive proportions.

The Granary really is something special. Traditional, yet modern and with the ability to appeal to a wide range of buyers. You can even customise the houses with a vast range of optional extras. Unsurprisingly, demand is high, but if now is not the right time, coming soon will be the Ludlow and The Shrewsbury, both with the same high design spec.

Looks like you’ll have a lot to think about this weekend.

The Granary, Water Lane, York, YO30 6PQ. For sales, phone 01904 565873