But there was always something 'wrong' with every potential home. Wrong for us, that is - probably fine for someone else. For example: too far to walk to facilities (train station or shop), road noise too loud, garden facing East rather than South or West, neighbour's extension too large and too close, rooms too small or the layout was unworkable, no parking for more than a couple of cars, and so on. We are already living in a lovely place so we don't want to move for anything less.
So we bought a plot of land.
It is very rare to find a plot of the right size in the right location and this was not particularly cheap but we decided that it would suit us very well. We met with the sellers, who will be our immediate neighbours, and we got on very well with them. We met with the building suppliers (Potton Homes) and we have just appointed project managers to see it through. It may take up to a year before we can move in but, at that point, there will be nothing more to do (which is great because we may have spent every last penny by then).
Throughout the building process, the trials, tribulation and triumphs will be documented in this blog. We will include landscaping, internal fixtures and fittings and anything relevant for people thinking of undertaking a similar project. We hope you'll enjoy our journey!
Click to read step one of our New Build adventure.
