Just opened in Medway is Mariners Place, a cul-de-sac development of 17 homes in Lower Upnor.

The new development, at Upnor Road, includes a range of three and four-bedroom homes.

Some of the properties are semi-detached and there are some detached homes, around an area of public open space.

Prices are being announced shortly.

Selling points include relaxed village living in a setting close to the banks of the River Medway. There is a choice of schools and shops close by and the development is close to the A2 and M2 for commuting.

Jason Stokes of Taylor Wimpey, says: “It’s no surprise that we’re already experiencing a great deal of interest in the new homes at Mariners Place, given the development’s peaceful location with easy access to a host of amenities.”

All homes will be completed to a high standard specification, including energy efficient central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with integrated oven, hob and hood.

On the banks of the River Medway, the twin villages of Lower Upnor and Upper Upnor are two miles from the centre of Rochester, on the opposite side of the river.

As well as two pubs, Upnor also has its very own historic tourist attraction in the shape of Upnor Castle – an Elizabethan river fortress only a few minutes’ walk from the development – while Upnor Sailing Club is just across the road.

There’s a selection of good nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools also within easy reach, including Wainscott Primary School, which was rated ‘good’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection.

For commuters, the M2 and the A228 are both close at hand and provide good access to London. Strood railway station is just over two miles from Mariners Place and runs regular services to Charing Cross, Waterloo and London Bridge – all of which can be reached in less than an hour.

To find out more about Mariners Place, visit the sales and marketing suite, off Upnor Road, Lower Upnor, ME2 4GP.

The development is open Thursday to Monday from 10am until 5pm.

Alternatively, the sales executive can be contacted on 01634 560687. Information on all Taylor Wimpey developments is available at www.taylorwimpey.co.uk