Return home to Wales aſter three decades, as Carol and Phil Kibble move in at St James’ Gardens
For Carol and Phil Kibble, moving into a new home
Homes sought-aſter St James’ Gardens development in Wick is a welcome return to Wales aſter 30 years. Te couple were keen to return to the area with son Pete (18) aſter spending three decades in Wiltshire. And the chance to move close to family was too tempting to resist.
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within walking distance of the coast and has wonderful amenities. Not many villages can boast two pubs, a shop, a post office, a village school and a very active community. We were also attracted to the quality of homes at St James’ Gardens - and the layout of our house perfectly suits our needs.” Successful cycling and triathlon coach Phil (51) added: “When we were looking
kitchen/family area and the quality of the appliances. Upstairs, the bedrooms are light and spacious and one of the west-facing bedrooms has made a perfect studio. “Another benefit of the house is the warmth. We previously lived in a draughty 1850s cottage. In comparison this house feels tropical!” Te area is just what the family was
“Our immediate relatives live in Ogmore-by-Sea, so we were initially looking for houses there,” said professional artist Carol (51). “But then we noticed the David Wilson Homes develop being built just along the coast in Wick. “We love the location here. Wick is
for our house it had to be suitable for Carol’s occupation as a full time artist. It was essential to have one room which had great light and sufficient space to become Carol’s art studio. We chose the Irving house design. It’s a four bedroom detached property with a single garage. “We particularly love the open plan
looking for - equidistant between Cowbridge and Bridgend. Te former is a pretty market town and Bridgend features all local amenities and plenty of retail opportunities. “We are all keen walkers and cyclists too, and the Glamorgan heritage coastline is stunning and perfect for active days out,”
said Carol. “Our son Pete is a full-time road cyclist in top Under 23 and UCI races and hopes to compete for Wales in the 2018 Commonwealth Games. He spends much of his time in warmer European climates but when he’s home, the area in and around Wick is perfect for his training. “Phil and I are both self employed and work from home the majority of the time. I divide my time between painting for exhibitions and teaching, and Phil helps many athletes meet their personal goals whether they are competing in ‘one off’ challenges or at major championships. “However, when we do need to travel - perhaps when I’m tutoring on painting holidays in other parts of the UK, there is easy access to the M4 motorway. “Although Wiltshire is a very beautiful county, and treated us well for 30 years, we definitely felt it was time to move back to Wales. And David Wilson Homes made it very easy for us. Te team here has been incredibly helpful and friendly.” Set in the small village of Wick in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan, St James’ Gardens is an exclusive development of two, three, four and five bedroom homes - with impressive views of the surrounding area. Situated less than seven miles from both Cowbridge and Bridgend, and only eight miles from the M4, it’s the ideal location for any lifestyle. For more information about St James’ Gardens, please call 0844 5710 385 or visit
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New regional sales and marketing director appointed to lead
exciting growth plans in McCarthy & Stone’s South West region McCarthy & Stone, the UK’s leading retirement housebuilder, has announced the appointment of Nicki Hill as its new Regional Sales and Marketing Director for the Group’s South West and Wales region. Based in Taunton, Nicki will take overall responsibility for the sales and marketing function within the regional business, which covers a vast geographical area from Pembrokeshire to Cornwall. With a total of 12 new developments set to be released in 2017, Nicki will lead the sales and marketing
team to help deliver the region’s growth plans, and to help to implement the South West’s share of the Group’s £2.5 billion investment programme over the four year period to 2019, which covers land, planning, design and build, as well as sales. McCarthy & Stone’s South West and Wales region currently has a portfolio of 10 developments selling or under construction; and it is preparing to commence construction in several of the most exclusive locations in the South West, including Sketty in Swansea
14 and Riverside Court in Abergavenny,
delivering a total of 510 new apartments to help meet increasing demands of an ageing population. Each individual development will be carefully designed to suit the requirements of older people, offering homeowners the very best in independent living within a safe and secure environment. Anyone interested in finding out more about Retirement Living or Assisted Living in the South West is invited to call 08001533793 or visit
www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk
New Homes Wales and the South West
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