The first phase of a new park development of luxury lodge style homes has been unveiled in Harrietsham.

Offered for private sale, the timber-clad homes at Pilgrim’s Retreat – a Britannia Parks development – are set on individual plots within the 23-acre park. It is believed to be the only one in Kent with an on-site fitness spa for exclusive use.

In the 15-strong first phase prices start at £149,750 for a single-storey, furnished home. With a footprint of 40ft by 20ft, accommodation comprises two double bedrooms, en suite shower room, family bathroom, fitted kitchen (major appliances included) and external decking.

Buyers will own the home and pay an annual ground rent and service charge.

The homes will be finished in Cape Cod timber from Canada to complement the traditional building materials of Kent and as a traditional North American building material, is designed to withstand the elements.

They will be built to the latest environmental standards.

A new health and fitness spa, for members’ exclusive use, will comprise swimming pool (9 m by 4.5m), sauna, steam room and fully-equipped gym when it is finished. There will be an adjacent members’ coffee lounge.

For information about the development in Hogbarn Lane, Harrietsham, call 01252 408 891 or visit www.pilgrimsretreat.com