Everbody's taste in homes is unique, and while cost is a fundamental consideration, there is one property feature, in particular, that is increasingly topping the most-wanted-list of today's high-end home buyers.
That is...a swimming pool.
Currently, homes with pools are few and far between, and the resultant waiting game that home-buyers with this non-negotiable often have to face, only seems to add to the hype of when a picture-book property such as this, listed with Braxton, finally comes to market.
In a trend driven, in part, by the infinite advantages of the pool-ownership (many of which are more relevant now than ever,) its no wonder that high-end listings with swimming facilties might seem to have a clear advantage in the niche property pool... no pun intended.
Of all these key benefits, of which there are several, the most important are:
Fitness
Having a pool at home offers endless scope to work fitness into the framework of a busy lifestyle. From the early-morning swims, to lengths on your lunch break, a pool is a clear asset in the pursuit of that much-coveted work/life balance.
More Family Time
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then a pool is the soul… with an ability unlike any other ‘corner’ of the home, to draw family and friends in with the promise of relaxation and entertainment. Pool party, anyone?
Keeping cool
With the UK predicted to be ‘enjoying’ increasingly hotter summers with the advancing years, a property with a pool - right now - seems to make more sense than ever.
Rising travel costs
With the cost of taking an annual holiday on the rise, many of us are opening our minds to ways of enjoying respite closer to home… or even better, within the fabric of everyday life. A swimming pool within the grounds or main building, from this stance, is a way of safeguarding sacred out-of-office time, and leap-frogging the current travel choas to ensure access to poolside 'therapy' on demand.
De-stress
Swimming is renowned for its ability to aid relaxation, and even just the presence of water (no lengths necessary) can impart specific wellbeing benefits linked to the ‘blue space’ phenomenon.
In summary…
Owning a pool is much more than just a practical decision… it’s a lifestyle choice. One where the rewards can be reaped from a variety of angles – including health, social, and also financial, as the climate and lifestyle trends of late continue to give an unprecedented boost to the currency of an aquamarine aesthetic.
For more information on the featured property, or to register for similar listings, contact Braxton on 01628 674234.