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The Mansions THE MANSIONS The definition of elegant living, this magnificent collection of one, two, three and four bedroom apartments and penthouses sits at the heart of this exclusive development, amid glorious green parkland, in one of the most desirable areas of London. These stylish, contemporary homes feature a residents’ gymnasium, private cinema, 12-hour concierge service, gated underground parking and delightful courtyard gardens. A HOME TO REMEMBER A LIFESTYLE TO ENJOY 1 CONTENTS PAGE 4 The Berkeley Difference | PAGE 6 A location that speaks for itself | PAGE 8 A short train ride to Central London | PAGE 12 At the heart of South West London | PAGE 14 Enjoy the village lifestyle | PAGE 22 A place in the making | PAGE 24 Surrounded by nature | PAGE 26 Superb resident facilities | PAGE 38 Apartment specification | PAGE 40 Penthouse specification | PAGE 43 Floorplans | PAGE 98 Designed to high sustainability standards | PAGE 99 A commitment to the future | PAGE 100 Contact details Computer Generated Image of The Mansions is indicative only 2 3 THE BERKELEY DIFFERENCE We want to ensure that you are happy with every aspect of your new home, DESIGNED FOR LIFE QUALITY IS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO so we look after our customers at every stage with expert advice, attention to Our customers are at the heart of all our decisions. We aim to understand their needs and consistently At Berkeley, quality takes precedence, from detail and continuous communication. From exchange of contracts, your dedicated meet or exceed their expectations. The service we choosing the right location and style of home, Berkeley Customer Relations Team will help with any questions you may have. provide is professional, efficient and helpful to to the construction processes we practice, the make the home buying process as straightforward materials we use and the specifications we put and enjoyable as possible. Our levels of customer into our homes. For extra peace of mind, in addition service aim to be comparable to other top brands. to the 10-year warranty all new homes receive, HERE IS WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: Berkeley operates a 2-year policy with dedicated Customer Service teams on hand 24 hours a day CUSTOMER SERVICE to deal with enquiries quickly and effectively. • From the day you reserve until the day you • We personally hand over your key on IS OUR PRIORITY complete we’ll update you regularly on progress completion day and make sure everything is to your satisfaction All our customers are provided with • Sustainability is high on any responsible builder’s UNPARALLELED CHOICE OF a commitment that when they buy a new home agenda. We promise to fully communicate the • The two-year warranty with 24-hour emergency from Berkeley they can be safe in the knowledge HOMES IN THE MOST SOUGHT environmental features of our developments service has a dedicated customer service that it is built to very high standards of design AFTER LOCATIONS to all of our customers telephone number, and from the 3rd to the and quality, has low environmental impact and 10th year you’ll also have the added security As one of the UK’s leading house builders, • Our Customer Relations Manager will present that they will enjoy an exceptional customer protection of the Premier Guarantee we are able to offer our customers an unrivalled a selection of designer-conceived colour palettes experience. Each customer receives tailored choice of property location, size and type. to help you find the interior finish that most • Finally we will contact you throughout your information relating to their purchase and has suits your style buying journey to ensure that everything a dedicated point of contact throughout the From city penthouses to country retreats, modern progresses smoothly and you are kept up customer journey. studio apartments to traditional family homes, • We’ll meet you at the development to to date with regular information you will find the perfect home to match your demonstrate all the functions and facilities requirements. Our homes are also built in some of your new home and will present you with of Britain’s most desirable locations from market your own bespoke guide towns and rural villages to major towns and cities, and countryside to the coast – we build in the locations you want to live. 4 5 HYDE PARK CENTRAL LONDON THE CITY A LOCATION THAT SPEAKS LONDON SCOTTISH GOLF CLUB WIMBLEDON CENTRE COURT THE SHARD FOR ITSELF The Mansions is located in one of London’s leafiest suburbs. With an inspiring outlook across open parkland, it is also close to Wimbledon Common and Cannizaro Park, both renowned beauty spots ideal for walking and sports. The world-famous All England Tennis Club and Wimbledon village centre, with its excellent shops and amenities, are just a few minutes away. WIMBLEDON VILLAGE WIMBLEDON COMMON CANNIZARO PARK KING’S COLLEGE SCHOOL ROYAL WIMBLEDON GOLF CLUB Computer enhanced image is indicative only 6 7 A SHORT TRAIN RIDE TO CENTRAL LONDON All the excitement and pleasure of the Capital’s Close by on Oxford Street is the iconic department vibrant centre are within easy reach. What could be store, Selfridges. For eclectic boutique shopping, the better than a day in town, enjoying breakfast at the King’s Road in Chelsea offers intriguing possibilities. Wolseley, afternoon tea at Fortnum and Mason and Of course, London is best known for its culture, dinner at The Ritz. history and nightlife. From the museums in South In between, browse the luxury shops in Burlington Kensington, to the glittering theatres of the West Arcade, or take in an exhibition at the Royal End, classical opera and ballet in Covent Garden, Academy of Arts. Head to Bond Street for designer arthouse cinemas and ultra-hip nightclubs – fashion. All the major labels can be found here – everything the Capital has to offer is easily Tiffany, Asprey, Hermès, Louis Vitton, Chanel and accessed by train,tube or car. many more. 8 9 DISCOVER WIMBLEDON 10 11 GREENFORD HAMPSTEAD A HIGHBURY 5 AT THE HEART 6 0 WEMBLEY 4 A OF SOUTH A40 HOXTON WEST LONDON PARK REGENT’S CAMDEN ROYAL PARK HEATHROW The Mansions is conveniently located for travel into CENTRAL Central London by car or public transport. You can LONDON be shopping in Knightsbridge, dining in Mayfair or EALING 0 A 4 4 A 2 PADDINGTON 0 watching a show in the West End within an hour 2 2 1 of leaving your home. 3 A SOUTHALL NOTTING Wimbledon Station is served by both National Rail and HILL HYDE the District underground line and offers good access A 4 PARK 0 to Central London and the South West. The Mansions 6 WATERLOO HAYES is also close to the A3 allowing residents quick access VICTORIA to London Heathrow and Gatwick airports. M4 A4 30 M4 A 6 OSTERLEY 3 PARK A A 4 2 30 0 A 2 KEW SYON Driving from The Mansions PARK Raynes Park Station 6 mins VAUXHALL A 2 Wimbledon Station 7 mins ROYAL MID 0 BARNES SURREY GOLF 5 CL APHAM Heathrow Airport 34 mins COURSE JUNCTION A20 Gatwick Airport 48 mins 5 TWICKENHAM STADIUM RICHMOND A3 HOUNSLOW PUTNEY CLAPHAM A HE ATH 2 The National Rail from Raynes Park Station 05 2 (18 minute walk) 31 A Clapham Junction 11 mins TWICKENHAM RICHMOND STATION PARK Waterloo 23 mins Richmond 26 mins HANWORTH PARK TOOTING BEC Victoria 26 mins COMMON ROYAL WIMBLEDON WIMBLED ON WIMBLEDON TEDDINGTON GOLF COURSE COMMON The Underground from Wimbledon Station KEMPTON WIMBLEDON PARK A South Kensington 24 mins 2 3 HAMPTON WIMBLEDON Sloane Square 26 mins BUSHY WICK 08 CHASE Paddington 28 mins A3 PARK MALDEN Knightsbridge 28 mins GOLF RAYNES PARK KINGSTON COURSE UPON THAMES HAMPTON COURT The Bus from The Mansions NEW MALDEN MITCHAM Wimbledon Village 9 mins 9 COMMON THORNTON 0 MORDEN 3 Wimbledon Common 10 mins HEATH A SURBITON 3 PARK A Wimbledon Station 12 mins Raynes Park 13 mins WALTON-ON- ESHER THAMES A3 CROYDON SAND OWN PARK Map not to scale and is indicative only. All travel times are approximate only and STONELEIGH 2 taken from www.google.co.uk/maps and www.tfl.gov.uk. The Mansions is A23 1 mile from Raynes Park Station and 1.7 miles from Wimbledon Underground Station. GATWICK 12 13 Wimbledon has a distinctive village charm that For anyone who enjoys sport, Wimbledon is the is a pleasure to explore and discover. With many ideal location. Synonymous with tennis, there are ENJOY THE VILLAGE pavement cafés and relaxed restaurants, it is a sports clubs and activities to appeal to all tastes, community made for catching up with friends and including two golf clubs and a rugby ground. It’s easy spending time with family. The boutique shops are to get out into the great outdoors too, for bracing a delight – you’ll find everything from traditional walks, cycling or horseback rides on the Common or grocers bursting with fresh market produce, to through the ancient Royal Park at Richmond. LIFESTYLE highly original interiors outlets. Wimbledon Common High Street, Wimbledon Village High Street, Wimbledon Village High Street, Wimbledon Village 14 15 A 2 1 9 WIMBLEDON OUT & ABOUT PARK WIMBLEDON 1 2 P A R K S I D E WIMBLEDON 3 4 VILLAGE D A O R H C WIMBLEDON COMMON R U GOLF CLUB H C A2 19 4 6 11 HOTEL DU VIN 2 ROYAL WIMBLEDON 7 9 3 GOLF CLUB CANNIZARO 8 12 5 PARK 5 6 10 WIMBLEDON H 1 IL L RO WIMBLEDON A COMMON D WIMBLEDON VIRGIN ACTIVE KINGS COLLEGE 7 8 SCHOOL Y A ODEON EW G D CINEMA RI D A O NEW R WESTSIDE LAWN E WIMBLEDON L P THEATRE TENNIS CLUB R O W CHRIST CHURCH WIMBLEDON WEST WIMBLEDON COLLEGE THE KING’S CLUB 9 10 5 WIMBLEDON 3 2 HILL PARK B WIMBLEDON COMMON WIMBLEDON RAQUETS PREP SCHOOL AND FITNESS CLUB 11 12 SHELL WIMBLEDON STATION WAITROSE CHASE RAYNES Map not to scale and is indicative only PARK 16 17 A FIRST-CLASS EDUCATION LOCAL SCHOOLS The Mansions is conveniently positioned close Preparatory and Primary Schools Distance Walking time to many of West London’s best schools.
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