Sunny outlook for new homes

There is a shortage of good-quality apartments in London’s leafier suburbs. Countering that, housebuilder Countryside Annington has released two-bedroom apartments at its Ridgemont development in Mill Hill’s conservation area.

Previously all the apartments at Ridgemont, a joint venture of Countryside Properties and Annington, were sold off-plan, with some sold 18 months ahead of being built.

Further two-bedroom apartments are now for sale, within the same desirable landscaped setting. Ridgemont includes two-bedroom apartments and four-bedroom houses.

Each apartment has a balcony and large windows. Kitchens feature a gloss finish, granite worktops and integrated appliances and the bathrooms are fitted with modern sanitaryware, limestone tiling and chrome fittings. Residents have access to underground parking. In spite of its green surroundings, Ridgemont is two miles from Mill Hill Broadway. Local amenities include Finchley Golf Club, an equestrian centre, leisure centres, stables, tennis courts, a cricket ground and playing fields. Prices start at £299,995.

Also in Mill Hill, the last house at Banner Homes’ Orchard Gate is for sale. The luxury five-bedroom detached home has a large garden and a detached double garage. It features en-suite and fitted wardrobes in the master and secondary bedroom, a balcony for the master bedroom and four spacious reception rooms. The price is £1.4 million. Agent: Preston Bennett.