For Solange and her family, finding a home at Beaulieu meant bringing everyday life closer together. With both of her daughters attending New Hall School, the location was an important part of their search. The family also wanted a home that gave them room to settle and enjoy the area.

“We’d been keeping an eye on this development for a while. Being close to New Hall School was important to us, and it made everyday life much easier,” Solange says.

A home that felt right

Solange had visited the development several times while looking for the right home. She was drawn to the open plan layouts and wanted to find a balance between the generous space she had known while living in Abu Dhabi and the smaller homes she had experienced in the UK.

After keeping an eye on the homes available at Beaulieu, Solange spotted a four bedroom home that was due to be ready sooner than the one they had first considered. She contacted the sales team, and the family were able to make the move.

Why buying new mattered

Buying a brand new home was important to Solange and her husband. She is conscious of energy use and valued the reassurance of a new home warranty. They also liked knowing the home had not been lived in before, and that they could decorate it to suit their own style.

“We’ve always liked the idea of buying a new home. I’m conscious about energy use, and the warranty gives us reassurance. It’s also a blank canvas, so you can decorate it how you want and make it feel like yours,” Solange says.

A smooth buying experience

Solange describes the buying process as straightforward, with good communication from the team. She had visited the development regularly and appreciated the help she received as the family considered their options.

“The whole process was very smooth, and the communication was really good,” she says.

There were a few practical details to resolve after moving in, including getting the internet connected. Solange says the Hopkins Homes team helped follow this up, and she found the customer service team responsive when she needed further assistance.

Finding a sense of community

The family have enjoyed settling into life at Beaulieu. Solange speaks warmly about her neighbours and the welcoming community, as well as the green spaces and walking routes around the development.

“There’s so much green space. When you go for a walk, it can feel like you’re in the countryside,” she says. “They’ve kept some of the big trees, and it’s all really green.”

The location has also suited the family’s day to day needs, with local amenities and transport connections nearby. For Solange, the combination of a peaceful setting, convenient location and friendly community has made Beaulieu feel like home.

“The community is really nice. That helped us decide to stay here,” she says.

For anyone considering a move to Beaulieu, Solange’s advice is simple: “I absolutely love this area.”