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Looking for more information about the home buying process? Here you’ll find our handy tools and advice to make buying your dream Countryside home even easier.
We have lots of helpful information available for our existing customers! Take a look at our guides to discover more about your new home, or log into My Countryside home for extra advice.
Unlock the door to something new… with a selection of high-quality homes ready to move into, finding your place—and starting your next chapter—could be easier than you think. Start your search now!
We're proud to introduce Earl's Croft – a collection of 2, 3 & 4-bedroom new build houses in the welcoming town of Earl Shilton, Leicestershire. Whether you're buying your first home or ready for more space, Earl's Croft offers a fresh start in a place that feels just right.
Set in a peaceful, semi-rural location just 10 miles from Leicester, you'll have the space to relax while staying close to the things that matter. With great transport links via the A47, M69 and M1, plus local bus routes and nearby train stations, getting you where you need to be is easy.
Every new house for sale here is designed with comfort and modern living in mind. With an EPC rating of B or above, solar panels and electric car charging points included as standard, it will help you lower your energy bills and have a more sustainable lifestyle. Each new build comes with two parking spaces, and all the 4-bedroom homes include a garage. There's plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors, with a proposed open green spaces and play area on your doorstep.
Earl's Croft is more than just a new housing development – it's a place to feel at home. A place where you can connect, grow and enjoy the best of life.
Book an appointment with us at Earl's Croft
Our expert Sales Consultants are here to help make your journey as smooth and straightforward as possible. From helping find your ideal new house for sale in Earl Shilton to explaining the different purchase schemes available, we'll support you every step of the way.
Our sales office is located at Hilltop Works on Leicester Road, Earl Shilton High Street, LE9 7DP, just a few minutes walk away from the development.
Book a viewing today and see for yourself how Earl's Croft could be the perfect place for you to call home. Come and talk to us about our different incentives schemes available to you for buying off plan, your dream home awaits!
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Life at Earl's Croft
Taking time out
There's plenty of space to slow down and enjoy what matters at Earl's Croft. Set on the edge of the historic market town of Earl Shilton, this welcoming new housing development gives you easy access to nature, with open spaces to enjoy right on your doorstep. For example, the nearby Burbage Common is home to more than 200 acres of woodland and unspoilt grassland to explore, ideal for nature walks and spotting wildlife.
When you fancy a day out, you won't have to go far. Earl Shilton's High Street is just under a mile away and has everything you need day to day – from local cafés to friendly pubs like the Shilton Vaults. And when you want even more choice, Leicester is close by, offering great places to eat and plenty of ways to spend your free time.
Football and rugby fans will love being so close to the King Power Stadium and Welford Road, where you can catch either the Foxes or the Tigers depending on your sport of choice. When you're after a bit more excitement, why not visit Leicester Racecourse? It's the perfect spot to enjoy a day out, with 30 thrilling racing events held each year.
Going shopping
Whether it's popping out for groceries or enjoying a day of shopping, our new builds put everything within easy reach. For everyday essentials, you'll find Co-op Food on Wood Street in Earl Shilton. When you need to stock up, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Asda Superstore are all just a short drive away in nearby Hinckley.
For those moments when you're craving a little retail therapy, Fosse Shopping Park is close by. As one of the largest retail parks in the UK, it offers a wide range of well-loved brands like Marks & Spencer, Primark and H&M, along with a food hall and children's play area. And when you want even more variety, Leicester city centre is easily accessible, offering an abundance of shops.
Getting an education
We know how important it is for families to have great education options nearby. That's why our new build homes in Earl Shilton are ideally located close to a variety of schools that cater to all ages. For younger children, schools like St Simon and St Jude Cof E Primary School and Saint Peter's Catholic Voluntary Academy are just a short drive away, making the school run simple and stress-free.
When it's time for secondary school, Heath Lane Academy in Hinckley offers a solid choice, helping older students thrive with its supportive environment. And for those looking further afield, the University of Leicester and De Montford University are easily accessible, providing excellent opportunities for higher education in a wide range of subjects.
Staying connected
You'll never be far from where you need to be living in one of our new builds in Earl Shilton. With the 158 and 148 bus routes passing outside the development along Leicester Road, getting to Leicester city centre is quick and easy. Situated just minutes from the A47, M69 and M1, our new homes offer easy access to Leicester, Coventry, Birmingham and beyond, making it simple to travel for work or leisure.
For rail journeys, Hinckley Station is just a short drive away, with regular services to Leicester and Birmingham New Street, while Leicester Station provides routes to Sheffield, Nottingham and London St Pancras.
When it's time to fly, Birmingham Airport and East Midlands Airport are both less than an hour's drive away, so travel is stress-free whether you're heading off for a long weekend or a far-flung getaway.
This stunning home has been thoughtfully designed and offers both comfort and space. This home benefits from solar panels and an EV car charger to help reduce your energy bills. Come to speak to us about our exclusive offers, for buying off plan!
A range of 2, 3 & 4-bed new homes for sale in Earl Shilton, thoughtfully designed for modern day living.
15 minute drive to Hinckley Train Station.
Easy access to green spaces and the vibrant amenities of Leicester, giving you the best of both worlds.
Flexible purchase schemes available to make your move as simple and stress-free as possible.
Energy-efficient designs that help you save on bills and live more sustainably.
Modern new build homes from a 5-star housebuilder; 90% of customers say they'd recommend us to a friend.
10-year warranty included on all new houses, letting you start your new chapter with peace of mind.
SAVING YOU MONEY
Saving you money
According to the Home Builders Federation, on average, our homes are 64% cheaper to heat than an equivalent Victorian property, saving you up to £907 a year on your heating bills. With energy prices high, there has never been a better time to buy new. As well as saving on your heating bills our homes are also cheaper to run when it comes to lighting and water with a combined saving of 50% across your energy bills annually.
By buying a new energy efficient Countryside Home you could take advantage of exclusive ‘Green’ mortgage products. A mortgage lender could offer lower interest rates on properties that carry an energy performance certificate or a predicted energy assessment rating of A – C. Think of it as a reward for buyers who are purchasing an energy efficient home. All our standard homes have a rating of A or B so this type of mortgage may be ideal if you are looking to purchase a new build home.
KEEPING YOU COSY
Keeping you cosy
Unlike older properties, our homes come with high efficiency double glazing as standard, letting plenty of light and warmth in while minimising heat loss and reducing the amount of noise you’ll hear within your home. Not only do they keep you cosy they also reduce the amount of external noise that you’ll hear within your home.
Additional roof and floor insulation are among the other unseen features included with our homes that will help reduce the costs of keeping your home warm in the winter months, while also keeping you cool in the summer.
REDUCING WATER USAGE
Reducing water usage
Our kitchens and bathrooms incorporate water saving measures, without compromising on style or functionality.
These features mean our homes use up to 20% less water* than the UK average. Our taps and showers use aerated technology to provide the feeling of a strong flow, whilst using less water. Plus, our dual low flush toilets use the minimum amount of water to ensure less waste.
*Average Countryside home uses 100-110 litres/person/day compared to UK average of 140 litres/person/day according to the Energy Savings Trust
SAVING YOU MONEY
GREEN MORTGAGES
KEEPING YOU COSY
REDUCING WATER USAGE
Saving you money
According to the Home Builders Federation, on average, our homes are 64% cheaper to heat than an equivalent Victorian property, saving you up to £907 a year on your heating bills. With energy prices high, there has never been a better time to buy new. As well as saving on your heating bills our homes are also cheaper to run when it comes to lighting and water with a combined saving of 50% across your energy bills annually.
By buying a new energy efficient Countryside Home you could take advantage of exclusive ‘Green’ mortgage products. A mortgage lender could offer lower interest rates on properties that carry an energy performance certificate or a predicted energy assessment rating of A – C. Think of it as a reward for buyers who are purchasing an energy efficient home. All our standard homes have a rating of A or B so this type of mortgage may be ideal if you are looking to purchase a new build home.
Keeping you cosy
Unlike older properties, our homes come with high efficiency double glazing as standard, letting plenty of light and warmth in while minimising heat loss and reducing the amount of noise you’ll hear within your home. Not only do they keep you cosy they also reduce the amount of external noise that you’ll hear within your home.
Additional roof and floor insulation are among the other unseen features included with our homes that will help reduce the costs of keeping your home warm in the winter months, while also keeping you cool in the summer.
Reducing water usage
Our kitchens and bathrooms incorporate water saving measures, without compromising on style or functionality.
These features mean our homes use up to 20% less water* than the UK average. Our taps and showers use aerated technology to provide the feeling of a strong flow, whilst using less water. Plus, our dual low flush toilets use the minimum amount of water to ensure less waste.
*Average Countryside home uses 100-110 litres/person/day compared to UK average of 140 litres/person/day according to the Energy Savings Trust
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Earl Shilton is a market town in Leicestershire, offering a selection of local pubs and inviting restaurants. Just a short 15-minute drive from Hinckley Train Station and a 20 minute drive from Fosse Park shopping, it’s perfectly located for both convenience and relaxation. With regular bus services to Leicester City Centre, you’ll have easy access to everything the city has to offer, all while enjoying the peaceful lifestyle which Earl Shilton has to offer.
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Smooth Move
Take the stress out of selling with our Smooth Move scheme where we’ll help you sell your current home.
‡Smooth Move is available on selected new Countryside Homes only. Acceptance is at our sole discretion. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Smooth Move and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. We will instruct local estate agents to undertake an independent valuation and marketing advice for your current home before we make you a proposal on a marketing price for your home. The realistic sale price may be lower than an initial marketing price and is based on a sale within a specified timescale fixed by us. You have the final say at the price at which the property is marketed, but Smooth Move will not be available if the price at which you wish to market your current home is higher than we think is realistic or the timescale is too long. You must agree: 1. No party is currently negotiating to purchase your current home 2. No introduction has already been made by another party 3. Not to instruct another estate agent to sell your current home. You may need to leave a full set of keys and agree to access accompanied viewings for potential buyers with the appointed estate agents. You agree that Countryside Homes will determine which estate agent is instructed and the terms of that appointment. It is not guaranteed that a buyer will be found for your current home or that any buyer will be willing to pay the price you want. Countryside Homes may continue to market your chosen Countryside home and reserves the right to take a reservation on this home until the sale of your current home to a third party is agreed and you pay the reservation fee on your chosen Countryside home. In this case, if available, an alternative home may be offered, but there is no obligation on either party to proceed with Smooth Move. Any sale of your current home to a third-party buyer is at a price approved by you. A reservation fee is payable to Countryside Homes for the purchase of your chosen Countryside home at the agreed price, when you agree a sale on your current home. You agree only to confirm agreement of sale with a purchaser who can achieve an exchange within 35 days and who has been financially qualified to proceed with the purchase of your current home. On the simultaneous legal completion of the sale of your current home and the purchase of your new Countryside home, we will pay the estate agents fees. Please note your buyer could cancel prior to legal exchange of contracts for the sale of your current home. In this instance, Countryside Homes retains the right to cancel the purchase of your chosen home and retain the agreed proportion of the reservation fee in accordance with your reservation agreement. We reserve the right to withdraw Smooth Move if an acceptable buyer is not found within the specified period. Should we secure a purchaser for your current home on your behalf and you do not proceed to purchase a Countryside home, you may be liable to pay all Estate Agent fees. Reservation fees may vary dependent upon the location of your new Countryside home. An upfront fee of £500 is required, all of which is refundable against the reservation fee and purchase price of your new Countryside home. If you choose not to purchase, Countryside Homes will retain up to fifty percent of the fee to cover reasonable administrative and other costs incurred in processing and holding the reservation. Smooth Move is available on selected plots only.
References to “we”, “us” or “our” are to the part of the Vistry Group (including Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, Countryside Homes or one of Vistry’s joint venture companies) from which you are intending to purchase a new home. References to "you” and “your” are to the prospective buyer or buyers of a new home from us.
All images, videos and virtual tours are used for illustrative purposes only and are representative only. They may not be the same as the actual home you purchase and the specification may differ. Images may be of a slightly different model of home and may include optional upgrades and extras which involve additional cost. Individual features such as windows, brick, carpets, paint and other material colours may vary and also the specification of fittings may vary. Any furnishings and furniture are not included in any sale. Please check with our sales consultants for details of the exact specifications available at the development(s) for each type of home and the associated prices.
