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Greyfriars Quarter GLOUCESTER Stylish 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for Shared Ownership sale Welcome Home Welcome Greyfriars Quarter Gloucester Greyfriars Quarter is a stunning new With shops, cafes, bars, cinema and development of contemporary homes right restaurants on your doorstep you can leave in the heart of historic Gloucester. It is an the car at home. And if you fancy a day out ideal base from which you can enjoy all in Bristol, Birmingham or London there’s no the benefits of city life. Greyfriars Quarter need to worry about traffic and parking as is set to become a vibrant and modern Gloucester’s rail station is just a 10 minute community in this most ancient of cities. walk away from Greyfriars Quarter. Located on Brunswick Road where the former GLOSCAT College stood, it’s hard to find a “Greyfriars Quarter is set to become a more convenient location in Gloucester to vibrant and modern community” set up home. Just a few minutes stroll and you can enjoy a coffee overlooking the water at The Docks or pick up a bargain at The Gloucester Quays Outlet Centre. Meet friends for a drink or meal at one of Gloucester’s many bars and restaurants or enjoy the peace and tranquillity and beautiful architecture at Gloucester Cathedral. “ ” With a choice of one and two bedroom An allocated parking space is included but apartments situated in the Highgrove living so close to all of Gloucester’s amenities Apartments building, Greyfriars Quarter means you probably won't need to use the car is ideal for those looking for a high quality as much. home of their own in a great city centre location. Our apartments are available through Shared Ownership which is an affordable way to buy All of the apartments have a spacious open your own home. Shared owners typically plan living, dining and kitchen area. The save money each month compared to renting contemporary kitchens have integrated privately or buying outright on the open stainless steel oven, hob and hood and market. Buying a share means you need a bathrooms have a stylish white suite. smaller mortgage and deposit so it’s a great Bedrooms, living areas and hallways are way to get onto the housing ladder. So don’t fully carpeted and kitchens and bathrooms miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own a have vinyl flooring. Large windows give home of your own in Gloucester. the apartments a light and airy feel and the attractive landscaped grounds provide “Shared owners typically save money pleasant communal spaces. each month compared to renting privately or buying outright on the open ” market.” “ ” The Area Greyfriars Quarter Gloucester The Roman city of Gloucester boasts The Gloucester Quays Outlet Centre at The an abundance of historic attractions, Docks has more than 50 stores including great shopping and eating, historic pubs, M&S Outlet, Next Clearance, Gap Outlet, Nike a Premiership rugby team and close Factory Store, Ghost, The White Company, proximity to some of the UK's most Calvin Klein, LK Bennett and Le Creuset. beautiful countryside making it the perfect place to call home. Gloucester is home to one of Europe’s top Rugby Union Clubs and sports fans will also Gloucester’s spectacular Norman cathedral enjoy the facilities at the GL1 leisure centre, attracts visitors from all over the world and climbing centre and dry ski slope. has been a place of worship and pilgrimage for centuries. Harry Potter fans can also see There’s plenty to see and do in the local area the beautiful cloisters which appear in the too. The Cotswolds, famous for rolling hills films as Hogwarts. and quaint villages, are easily reached from Gloucester. The nearby Regency town of The historic Victorian Docks are popular with Cheltenham offers great shopping, beautiful both residents and visitors to the city who parks, festivals and horse racing. And The enjoy the great mix of bars, restaurants, cafes, Forest of Dean is just a few miles away outlet shopping and even a brewery selling providing endless opportunities for walking, Gloucester made beer. cycling and relaxing. 5 Kingsholm Stadium St Oswalds Rd A430 Westgate Street 1 Gloucester Cathedral 16 Sainsburys A4301 GLOUCESTER 12 Bus Station 11 Rail Station Gloucester Guildhall 7 15 King’s Walk Shopping Centre A4302 14 Café Rene 9 Eastgate Shopping Centre Topoly’s Italian Restaurant City Museum 18 GREYFRIARS QUARTER and Art Gallery 20 Gloucester Docks 2 19 Library 10 Eastgate Street The Warehouse Asda 17 Climbing Centre A4301 GL1 Leisure Centre 6 3 Gloucester Quays A430 13 Gloucestershire College B4073 4 Cineworld Cinemas Brunswick Road 8 Gloucester Park Gloucester Points of Interest Key u Gloucester Cathedral ak Rail Station v Gloucester Docks al Bus Station w Gloucester Quays am Gloucestershire College x Cinema an Eastgate Shopping Centre y Kingsholm Stadium ao King’s Walk Shopping Centre U GL1 Leisure Centre ap Sainsburys V Gloucester Guildhall aq Asda W Gloucester Park ar Topoly’s Italian Restaurant X Café Rene as The Warehouse Climbing Centre at Library bt City Museum and Art Gallery Site Plan PLOTS 27 - 37 Highgrove Apartments Plot House Type Size Elevation 27 2 bedroom 70.5m² Ground Floor 28 2 bedroom 70m² Ground Floor 29 2 bedroom 70.5m² First Floor 30 1 bedroom 49.3m² First Floor 31 2 bedroom 70m² First Floor 32 2 bedroom 70.5m² Second Floor 33 1 bedroom 49.3m² Second Floor 34 2 bedroom 70m² Second Floor 35 2 bedroom 70.5m ² Third Floor 36 1 bedroom 49.3m² Third Floor 37 2 bedroom 70m² Third Floor Plots 27 & 28 Plot 28 Living/kitchen/dining 6.51m (max) x 3.91m Bedroom1 5.13m (max) x 3.04m Bedroom 2 Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 3.67m x 3.51m Bathroom 2.20m x 2.09m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Plot 27 Living/dining/ kitchen 6.70m (max) x 3.95m Cycle Storage Bedroom 1 5.29m (max) x 3.09m Stairway (max) Bin Recycling & Refuse Bedroom 2 3.55m (min) x 3.46m Bathroom 2.23m x 2.14m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 Plots 27 & 28 have restricted window opening. Plots 29, 30 & 31 Plot 31 Living/dining/kitchen 6.51m (max) x 3.91m (max) Bedroom1 5.13m (max) x 3.04m (max) Bedroom 2 Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 3.67m x 3.51m Bathroom 2.20m x 2.09m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Plot 30 Living/kitchen/dining 7.38m (max) x 3.53m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Bedroom 1 5.08m (max) x 2.90m Stairway Bathroom 2.26m x 2.04m Living Room Kitchen Plot 29 Living/dining/kitchen 6.70m (max) x 3.95m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Bedroom 1 5.29m (max) x 3.09m Bedroom 2 Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 3.51m x 3.46m Bathroom 2.23m x 2.14m Plots 32, 33 & 34 Plot 34 Living/kitchen/dining 6.49m (max) x 3.91m Bedroom 1 5.11m (max) x 3.04m (max) Bedroom 2 Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 3.51m x 3.67m Bathroom 2.20m x 2.09m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Plot 33 Living/dining/kitchen 7.38m (max) x 3.53m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Bedroom 1 5.08m (max) x 2.90m Stairway Bathroom 2.26m x 2.04m Living Room Kitchen Plot 32 Living/dining/kitchen 6.70m (max) x 3.95m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Bedroom 1 5.29m (max) x 3.09m Bedroom 2 Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 3.51m x 3.46m Bathroom 2.23m x 2.14m Plots 35, 36 & 37 Plot 37 Living/dining/kitchen 6.49m (max) x 3.92m (max) Bedroom 1 5.13m (max) x 3.04m Bedroom 2 Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 3.70m x 3.51 Bathroom 2.21m x 2.09m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Plot 36 Living/dining/kitchen 7.47m x 3.53m (max) Bedroom 1 Bathroom Bedroom 1 5.08m (max) x 2.89m Stairway Bathroom 2.23m x 2.14m Living Room Kitchen Plot 35 Living/dining/kitchen 7.23 (max) x 3.96m Bedroom 1 Bathroom Bedroom 1 5.29m (max) x 3.10m Bedroom 2 Living Room Kitchen Bedroom 2 3.51m x 3.47m Bathroom 2.23m x 2.14m Quality Design All apartments at Greyfriars Quarter Bathroom benefit from the same quality design and • White bathroom suite specification associated with Guinness • Thermostatic shower over bath Homes. • Chrome toilet roll holder and towel rails • Vinyl flooring Our one and two bedroom apartments are perfect for those looking for their first home, General small families or those seeking a spare • Bedrooms, hallways and living area fully bedroom or study. carpeted • UPVC double glazed windows Kitchen Area • Gas combi boiler • Range of contemporary wall and base units • Mains operated smoke detector • Laminate worktops • NHBC warranty • Stainless steel sink with monoblock mixer tap • Integrated stainless steel oven, hob and hood • Stainless steel splash back to hob area • Vinyl flooring Taking you through the purchase process..... and beyond Deciding to buy a Shared Ownership home is the start of an exciting journey and we are “Guinness Homes was extremely here to support you every step of the way; informative and helpful . I from your initial viewing and reservation to would like to thank them for the moving in and beyond. Our specialist Sales and Home Ownership teams are here to help. professional relationship they had with me throughout the whole Every year we help hundreds of home buyers process. I had a great experience step onto the property ladder. We will do everything we can to make your home buying with Guinness Homes” experience as stress free and enjoyable as “ possible and once you have moved in, our specialist Home Ownership team is on hand to support you with any questions you may have as you settle into your new home.
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