Emma and Savannah's story

Buyers: Emma, 28 and Savannah, 28

Occupations: Emergency service workers

Move in month: November 2024

Development: Copper Gardens, Ingleby Barwick

House type: The Wentbridge, 4 bedroom detached home

Instagram handle: @welcome.to.our.wentbridge

Tell us a little bit about yourselves: 

We met in college and have been inseparable ever since — now over ten years later, we’re engaged! With both of us working in the emergency services, life can get pretty hectic, which makes our time at home together even more special. It’s where we relax, recharge, and enjoy the calm after the chaos.

What was your living situation before buying with Avant? 

Before finding our dream Avant home, we lived in a two-bedroom flat that we owned together through a mortgage.

Which house type did you buy and why did you choose it?

We chose the 4-bedroom detached Wentbridge! We loved this house type because it’s a home we know we won’t outgrow in the years ahead. When deciding, we also thought about expanding our family to include two lovely dogs in the future. The kitchen and dining area was a real highlight for us — we adore the open-plan layout. One of the extra rooms is now our office, while another serves as a dressing room, and we feel it’s a fantastic use of the space.

Why did you choose Avant Homes over other developers? 

For us, the location of Copper Gardens was ideal. Savannah has spent most of her life in Ingleby Barwick, so it felt like the perfect fit. The area is also very convenient for our daily lives, and we felt the homes were priced very reasonably for the area.

Why did you choose to buy a new build property over a second-hand home?

We loved the idea of a blank canvas and knew we didn't want to do a major renovation project. One of the most exciting parts of buying a new build was the opportunity to choose tiles, flooring, the kitchen and more! 

Did you make use of any schemes?

Yes, we used the My Move Made Easy scheme!

How did you find the buying process?

Our Sales Advisor, Angela, was absolutely fantastic, and we felt fully supported by her throughout the entire process. She was genuinely rooting for us, kept us updated every step of the way, and was always available to answer any questions we had.

What do you love most about your home? 

We were pleasantly surprised by the size of our rear garden and we also love the red brick exterior. The kitchen/dining space is our favourite part of the interior, it's perfect for cooking and hosting! 

Did you go for any upgrades from Avant's optional extras range? 

We opted for LVT flooring and carpet throughout, upgraded kitchen cupboards with quartz worktops, a few extra plug sockets and spotlights throughout the kitchen and bathrooms. We also received a 5% incentive from Avant which we chose to put towards our upgrades, which was a big help. 

Have you found your energy bills more affordable since living in an Avant home? 

We have! The solar panels have helped to make our energy bills more affordable for us. 

How has your life changed since moving into your Avant home? 

This year, we’ve made the most of every moment of the British summertime, something we couldn’t do in our previous home. Since moving in, we’ve also dabbled in a bit of DIY! Our new place has given us so much more space and freedom to host friends and family as well.

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