INTRODUCTION Available to view immediately and ready for occupation, this four bedroom family home offers a buyer a highly flexible, family friendly layout on the ground floor and well proportioned bedrooms on the first floor. Separate garage and gardens to the rear that overlook open countryside. Contact us now to arrange a visit.  

BELLS MEADOW Situated between Hadleigh, Ipswich and Colchester, Britain's oldest recorded town, Bell's Meadow enjoys an outstanding position – and this latest development from VB Homes offers three varying types of home – all of which have been carefully planned to combine comfort, quality and functionality.

This exclusive second release comprising just 2 three-bedroom detached bungalows, and 3 stunning four-bedroom detached houses – all which have been designed to be both sleek and welcoming, with the exceptional craftsmanship and superb attention to detail which Vaughan & Blyth have been synonymous with for decades.

Cleverly arranged to make the most of their setting, each home enjoys a private garden and good-sized patio area, a landscaped frontage, off-road parking and a private garage – all complemented by neatly landscaped areas and kerbside plantings around the driveway, quality fencing and a pretty countryside backdrop.

Inside you can expect elegant kitchens with a range of pre-installed branded appliances, generous light-filled living areas, well-proportioned bedrooms and stylish bathrooms and en-suites – all finished with designer white sanitaryware, fashionable chrome fittings and modern tiling.

Welcome to Bell's Meadow, an alluring rural development which homeowners will love for many years to come. 

4 GREENGAGE CLOSE accommodation as follows: 

Living Room 20'0" x 12'9"  

Kitchen 14'2" x 12'9"  

Dining Room 14'4" x 10'9"  

Day Room 17'1" x 12'7"  

Utility Room 7'0" x 5'7"  

Cloakroom 5'4" x 4'7"  

Master Bedroom 16'8" x 12'9"  

En-Suite 7'3" x 2'2"  

Bedroom Two 13'2" x 10'9"  

Bedroom Three 10'9" x 10'3"  

Bedroom Four 13'2" x 8'5"  

Bathroom 9'3" x 5'4"  

WARRENTY Each new home at Bell's Meadow comes with a 10-year NHBC warranty – one of the market leading warranty providers. For more information visit . Specific items within the properties have individual manufacturers warranties. Please refer to the manuals provided upon completion for further details. 

SPECIFICATION Renowned for building properties of remarkable quality, carefully-selected specifications and attention to detail are intrinsic in the appeal of our new homes – this, alongside all the benefits of modern energy-efficiency, allows us to produce exceptional new homes that you and your family can enjoy for many years to come. 

KITCHENS AND UTILITY ROOMS Quality 'shaker style' kitchens with Silestone worktops/undermounted sinks. Matching upstands and 'coloured glass' splashbacks to hob area.

Neff appliances throughout to include Neff single oven and combination/microwave oven, 5 burner induction hob with stainless steel/glass extractor, fully integrated dishwasher, washing machine, fridge and freezer. 

BATHROOMS AND EN-SUITES All bathrooms and en-Suites are fitted with high quality white sanitaryware with chrome Bristan taps. Both rooms are half-tiled with full height tiling to shower cubicles.

Classy shower enclosures are fitted with Aqualisa control valves giving a contemporary yet traditional feel. Chrome towel rails complete the look.  

PLUMBING AND HEATING Gas fired central heating is provided by Alpha Boilers via a pressurised heating and hot water system. ( Boilers have a 7-year warranty ). Calor gas will be stored on site via two large underground tanks located in the communal front greensward. These are monitored and refilled automatically by Calor. Each property has its own dedicated metered supply.

All plots have chrome towel rails to the bathrooms. The bungalows heating is provided by under floor heating to all rooms and chrome towel rails to the bathrooms.

The houses have under floor heating to all ground floor rooms and conventional radiators to first floor rooms. Plots 11, 12, 13 and 14 also have the additional benefit of a feature log burner stove with stone surround.  

DECORATION AND FINISHES Suffolk style feature oak internal doors are paired with chrome contemporary handles. A modern clean look is achieved with white painted architraves, door surrounds and skirting boards.

White painted 'flat' ceilings and White Mist walls complete the modern interior. Stairs to include oak handrail with French polished finish. 

ELECTRICS BT fibre optic broadband will be connected to each property. CAT 6 internal telephone/computer cabling. Recessed LED down-lighters feature in kitchens, bathrooms and En-Suites with additional under pelmet lights in kitchens. Elsewhere pendant lights with low energy lamps are fitted.

A generous amount of double power sockets are installed throughout the homes with TV points to living rooms and all bedrooms. The TV cabling is coiled in the loft which also has a light and power point for client's own TV aerial/satellite dish.

Smoke detectors are fitted to hallways and landings with carbon monoxide detectors fitted to living rooms with multifuel stoves. Kitchens have dual smoke and heat detectors.

All access/egress doors have switchable/automatic external lights for client's convenience. Solar P.V. panels are also fitted to help with electrical efficiency.  

EXTERNAL FINISHES A range of external materials and finishes give Bell's Meadow a traditional appearance. A selection of multi-stock facing bricks from Weinberger are matched with either Marley Eternit 'Mendip' pantiles or Marley Eternit 'Acme' plain tiles. Garage roofs add to the look with Marley Eternit 'Birkdale Slates'.

Other finishes include coloured render by Monocouche/K-rend or coloured boarding by Hardiplank. Windows, soffits, facias etc are all white UPVC for ease of future maintenance.  

FLOOR COVERINGS Kitchens, hallways and WC's will be tiled as standard, together with those properties benefitting from utility rooms. Bathrooms and en-suites in the bungalows will have tiled flooring to compliment the walls.

Bathrooms and en-suites in the houses will have a choice of luxury vinyl cushion flooring. All plots will benefit from a choice of carpet from our standard range ( supreme 40oz twist carpet ) single colour throughout.  

GARAGES All plots come with the 'extra width' garage with remote control door accessed via a sectional up and over door. Power and lighting are also provided for client's convenience. All garages benefit from a UPVC personnel side entrance.  

GARDENS AND OUTSIDE Each plot has generous patios/paths constructed using 'Natural Sandstone'. Rear gardens will be turfed for customer convenience. Certain areas will have hedges as part of the agreed landscaping schedule.

All plots have securely fenced rear gardens and a bespoke side entrance gate. 

LOCATION This charming development enjoys an enviable location in the heart of the Suffolk countryside. The village of Raydon is in an idyllic position with the whole of famous Constable Country at it's fingertips. It is perfectly located for residents to enjoy stunning countryside walks and bike rides – whilst being within touching distance of surrounding villages, charming market towns and connections further afield.  

SURROUNDING AREA From the beautiful Dedham Vale to the remarkably stunning landscapes of the Essex-Suffolk border – famous worldwide thanks to artists such as Constable and Gainsborough – this wonderful area is a truly exceptional to live. With unrivaled nearby transport links to the A12 and A14, together with easy access to the main line rail stations in Ipswich, Manningtree and Colchester, this area has become a desirable residential location for a range of homeowners ; from professional couples and London commuters, through to growing families and those looking to downsize to a cosy country retreat.

The market town of Hadleigh is just over three miles away and the ancient towns of Ipswich and Colchester are just ten and eleven miles away respectively – all offering a fantastic range of amenities, from beautiful parks, independent shops and major high-street stores, through to a range of restaurants, wine bars and pubs, cinemas, theatres, well-followed football teams and high-end leisure centres.

There is also a host of quality pubs and restaurants close to Raydon itself, where you can enjoy everything from homemade lunches and delightful daily specials – through to renowned gastro-style meals, fine wines, real ales and locally produced ciders. Venues such as Milsoms and Le Talbooth in Dedham, The Marquis in Hadleigh, and The Crown at Stoke by Nayland all offer friendly atmospheres and frequently changing menus that offer locally-sourced, freshly made food.  

RAYDON Raydon enjoys a friendly village feel, with plenty going on for everyone to enjoy. There are a selection of good primary and high schools nearby, a locally cherished village hall which hosts a wide range of activities, and a recreation field with good quality play equipment for children.

There are also many footpaths and bridleways taking you through the beautiful Brett Vale, local woodland and surrounding area. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the area that surrounds Raydon. It is awash with idyllic country lanes and footpaths which are perfect for an early morning run or dog-walk – and many popular signposted routes (some part of the National Cycling Network) that are ideal for regular road cycling – either alone or as part of a local peloton. Brett Vale Golf Club is literally just minutes away from home, with the links course taking in some of the loveliest parts of the area.  

TRANSPORT LINKS Whether you are travelling for work or leisure, the roads on your doorstep offer convenient connections to all the major destinations in the area, where an abundance of quality amenities and lifestyle opportunities are within easy reach – plus with the A12 and A14 so nearby, the door to explore the whole of the East Anglian region is wide open.