IDEALLY PLACED TO BENEFIT FROM THE ARRIVAL OF CROSSRAIL IN 2018, BEING JUST SIX MINUTES WALK FROM SLOUGH RAILWAY STATION, MERCURY HOUSE IS AT THE HEART OF THE EXCITING REINVENTION OF SLOUGH The Vendor Development by Paradigm Land Presented by Hurlington LTD Location 8 bath Road, Slough, SL1 3SA Local Authority London Borough of Slough Tenure 250 Year Leasehold Warranty Checkmate Help To Buy This scheme is registered for Help To Buy Pricing Studios from 225,000 1 Beds from 250,000 2 Beds from 330,000 Net internal floor areas Units from: 344-736 Ground Rent 400 PA Estimated service Charge 2.50 PSF PA Anticipated Completion Quarter 4 2016 Page 1 of 9
SPECIFICATION* General Specification Communal Walls and ceiling in brilliant white matt emulsion Allura wood vinyl floor tiles to all areas excluding bathrooms Porcelain tiled entrance lobbies and carpeted communal corridors Communal secure cycle storage Entrance door with security chain, 5 lever mortice dead locks and Yale locks Passenger lift to all floors Low energy wall lighting Premdor ladder moulded semi solid internal doors with stainless steel door furniture throughout Communal garden terrace e Limited car parking available by separate negotiation Indicator bolt to bathroom doors Recessed LED downlights to Hallways, Living./Dining/Kitchen and Bathrooms (including studios) Led pendant to bedrooms (excluding studios) Build-in wardrobes to master bedrooms and studios Painted MDF skirting and architraves with pencil round profile Satin stainless steel finish electric sockets and switches Anthracite great UPVC windows Bathrooms & Ensuites Glazed porcelain wall and floor tiles 200mm x 300 mm Duravit back-to-wall WC and enclosed cistern Duravit hand rinse basin with semi pedestal and Crosswater Kelly Hoppen monbox mixer tap Carron bath with Simpsons glass bath screen, Crosswater Kelly Hoppen bath filler and tiled bath panel Crosswater shower mixer, arm and showerhead Crosswater toilet roll holder Wall mounted mirror Shaver socket Page 2 of 9
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TRANSPORT LINKS RAIL & CROSSRAIL (2018) Just 0.5 miles*(approximately a six minute* walk) from your front door is Slough Railway station, which enjoys a superb train link to Paddington, taking just 18 minutes** at peak times. Serviced by the Bakerloo, Hammersmith & City, Circle and District underground lines, in addition to its Overground services, Paddington is the ideal transport hub from which to reach the rest of the capital. Slough is also set to benefit from the arrival of Crossrail in 2018. One of the largest infrastructure projects undertaken in the UK s history, Crossrail will revolutionise the London residential market by bringing 1.5 million more people within a 45 minute commute of London s main business districts. A fact that underlines Slough s rising status as one of London s most popular commuter towns. Once open Slough will enjoy four Crossrail services an hour at peak times, which will put the retail delights of Bond Street and Oxford Street just 32 minutes awayⱡ. While the commercial hubs of Liverpool Street and Canary Wharf will be reachable direct in 39 & 46 minutesⱡ respectively. You can even cross the whole capital to reach Stratford and the Olympic Park in 48 minutesⱡ. Crossrail is making London a lot smaller for Slough s residents and making Slough a much bigger draw for young families and professionals. Average Rail Times from Slough Railway Station**: Heathrow Central (T1, 2 & 3): 28 mins Paddington: 17 mins Bond Street (via Paddington Station): 36 mins Farringdon (via Paddington Station): 40 mins Liverpool Street (via Paddington Station): 46 mins Tottenham Court Road (via Paddington Station): 42 mins Canary Wharf (via Paddington Station): 58 mins Stratford (via Paddington Station): 57 mins Average Crossrail Times from Slough Station (2018)ⱡ: Heathrow Central (T1, 2 & 3): 17 mins Heathrow T4: 23 mins Bond Street: 32 mins Farringdon: 37 mins Liverpool Street: 39 mins Tottenham Court Road: 34 mins Canary Wharf: 46 mins Stratford: 48 mins ⱡtimes sourced from crossrail.co.uk ** times sourced from tfl.gov.uk Page 5 of 9
LONDON UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES Royal Holloway University Egham Hill, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX, United Kingdom 7.3 miles 18 mins* from Mercury House Kingston University - Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT1 2EE 19.5 miles 45 mins drive* from Mercury House City University London Northampton Square, London EC1V 0HB 24.9 miles 48 mins drive* from Mercury House London School of Economics Houghton St, London WC2A 2AE 22.7 miles 46mins drive* from Mercury House King s College London King's College London, Strand, London WC2R 2LS 23.2 miles 47 mins drive* from Mercury House UCL London s Global University Gower St, London WC1E 6BT 23.6 miles 43 mins drive* from Mercury House University of London Senate House, Malet St, London WC1E 7HU 22.8 miles 44 mins drive* from Mercury House University of Westminster University of Westminster, 309 Regent St, City of Westminster, W1B 2UW 22.8 miles 41 mins drive* from Mercury House London Business School 26 Sussex Pl, London NW1 4SA 22.9 miles 41 mins drive* from Mercury House Driving/Walking times: Source: googlemaps.co.uk from Mercury House Page 6 of 9
AREA INFORMATION Black Park 10 minute drive (3.6 miles*) from Mercury House Black Park is located an easy 10 minute* drive from Mercury House. Offering 250 hectares of land, of which 15.3 is listed as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, Black Park offers not only an abundance of green space but also a host of activities for young and old alike to enjoy. A popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, there are a host of activities to enjoy from parkrun events on a Saturday to mountain biking through some of the dense woodland in the park. For those who enjoy more subdued pastimes, there is a lake that is open for fishing once a rod licence has been obtained. For those with children, Black Park also offers a children s woodland adventure play area, as well a number of picnic areas. Black Park has also been a popular filming location for the nearby Pinewood Studios films that have used this park as a location include Harry Potter, Robin Hood and James Bond: Casino Royal, meaning that a picnic in the park could lead to spotting famous actors practicing their craft. Page 7 of 9
COUNCIL TAX BANDS http://www.slough.gov.uk/council-tax/valuation-bands.aspx BAND A BAND B BAND C BAND D BAND E BAND F BAND G BAND H 811.47 946.72 1,081.96 1,217.21 1,487.70 1,758.19 2,028.68 2,434.42 Some local authorities charge different rates for properties in specific areas. Always check with your council to ensure you are paying the correct amount. DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR EXCHANGE OF CONTRACT 1. Passport / ID card 2. A current utility bill (not mobile phone) or bank statement showing name and home address If neither document can be provided then:- 1. An Inland Revenue demand or 2. A letter from employer stating home address Please be advised that the solicitors must see the original copies of the above. OTHER ASSOCIATED BUYING FEES 1. Non-refundable booking deposit of 2,000 payable upon reservation / exchange of contracts 2. A further 10% of purchase price, less booking deposit paid, payable within 21 days from exchange of contracts 3. Balance of 90% payable on completion PURCHASER LEGAL FEES For Sales prices below 250,000, legal fees are 1,000 plus VAT and disbursements For Sales Prices above 250,000.00 legal fees are 1,350.00 plus VAT and disbursements. STAMP DUTY - From 4 th December 2014, SDLT rates will be applied on a graduated basis. For more information go to https://www.gov.uk/stamp-duty-land-tax-rates. Stamp duty bands: 0% of the first 125,000 of property price 2% of the next 125,000 of property price 5% on the next 675,000 of property price 10% on the next 575,000 of property price 12% on the rest of property price (over 1.5 million) Page 8 of 9
STAMP DUTY - BUY TO LET OR SECOND HOMES Buy-to-let and second homes Stamp Duty 2016 From April 2016, property buyers in England and Wales will have to pay an additional 3% on each stamp duty band. For more information go to https://www.gov.uk/stamp-duty-land-tax-rates. Buy-to-let and second home Stamp Duty tax bands Brackets Standard rate Buy-to-let/second home rate (April 2016) Up to 125,000 0% 3% 125-250,000 2% 5% 250-925,000 5% 8% 925-1.5m 10% 13% over 1.5m 12% 15% VENDOR S SOLICITORS JD LAW SOLICITORS 30 Portland Place, London, W1B1LZ Contact: Sophie Shaladi Tel: +44 (0)20 7580 5721 Email: sophie.s@joelsonlaw.com RECOMMENDED PURCHASER S SOLICITORS Riseam Sharples 2 Tower Street, London WC2H 9NP Contact: Hani Zuhuri Tel: +44 (0) 20 7836 9555 Email: hani@rs-law.co.uk LETTINGS & MANAGEMENT AGENTS Fraser & Co 571 Chiswick High Road, London W4 3AY Contact: Nazim Uddin Tel: +44(0) 20 8747 0661 Email: nazim.uddin@fraser.uk.com www.fraser.uk.com Disclaimer The information contained in this document is from sources we believe to be reliable. However, we have not verified its accuracy and make no guarantee, warranty or representation about it. It is submitted herein subject to the possibility of errors, omissions or changes without notice. Where we have provided information, views or responses, they are based on the source information we have received We included opinions, assumptions or estimates for examples only, and they may not represent current or future performance of the property. You and your advisors should conduct your own review and investigate before relying on the information in this document. 6/21/16 RECOMMENDED Page 9 of 9