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Location: Brackenhoe, less than two miles from Middlesborough
Resident type: Single family housing
Operator: Simple Life
Number of homes: 107
Key amenities: Resident events, pet-friendly, green spaces, 24/7 customer care, parking
Prices from: £950 pcm
Currently the highest-rated new homes development in North Yorkshire, Simple Life at Bracken Grange is a highly successful single family housing community. Residents appreciate its location close to the shops and the hospital, as well as green spaces with mature trees on site. Modern also design gets regular mentions in reviews, alongside responsive management. Families benefit from 8 Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ schools and 48 ‘Good’ within three miles.
Residents love:
LOCATION
…overall the house is a lovely place to live. Close to shops and the hospital and very friendly neighbours.
Emma, verified resident on HomeViews, Simple Life at Bracken Grange, Aug 2022
DESIGN
New designs with modern kitchen facilities … The living room connected to garden with beautiful view through the window.
Ahmed Mohamed, verified resident on HomeViews, Simple Life at Bracken Grange, Aug 2022
PARKING
The best part is a large drive big enough to fit 2 cars. I would say for a new build the house is good value for money.
Louise, verified resident on HomeViews, Simple Life at Bracken Grange, Aug 2022
By contrast…
Residents at lower-rated local developments mention:
POOR AFTERCARE
Don’t reply to emails. Once they have your money they don’t care.
Verified resident on HomeViews, Jan 2022
BUILD QUALITY
The walls cracked my bath leaked through my living room ceiling and my hot water comes and goes. All the door handles fall off the interior doors.
Verified resident on HomeViews, Apr 2022
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