James and Kara's Gleeson journey!
Buyer: James, 28 and Kara, 30
Occupations: Both work for Lincolnshire City Council
Date of purchase: April 2025
Development: Bracken Park, Louth
Purchase price: £289,995
Mortgage cost: £1196
House type: 4 bedroom, detached Broadale
Scheme: Smooth Move
After outgrowing their two-bedroom end-terrace home, owned by James through a Shared Ownership scheme, James and Kara were ready for a fresh start in a bigger space. With plans to start a family and Kara also wanting to get onto the property ladder, the timing felt right.
The couple chose the Broadale, a spacious 4 bedroom home with a garage and utility room, everything they’d been looking for in a family home. “This home ticked all the boxes and was within our price range,” says James. “The home we wanted was more affordable with Gleeson than anything else in the area, and Stella, the Sales Executive at Bracken Park, was incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout the process.”
As a second-time buyer and a first-time buyer, respectively, James and Kara found the process smooth and felt well-supported throughout. “Of course, there were some typical delays and issues, as expected with buying a house, but Stella kept us regularly updated and communicated clearly every step of the way. We couldn’t have asked for better support.”
The couple also made use of the Smooth Move scheme, which helped them manage the transition with ease. James and Kara have also found their home to be extremely energy efficient, and since moving in, have enjoyed lower energy bills.
Life has been busy and exciting since the move. Between settling in, buying a kitten, and planning their upcoming wedding, James and Kara are making the most of every milestone in their new home.
They’ve already started to experience the emerging community at Bracken Park. “We’re among the first in our cul-de-sac, but the neighbours we’ve met so far are great.”
They were also impressed by the quality and care from the Bracken Park site team, “The added security of our warranty, NHBC cover, and other protections gave us real peace of mind. The site managers are a huge asset; they genuinely care and are incredibly good at what they do.”
To make the house feel like home, the couple added personal touches through Gleeson’s optional extras range, including an integrated kitchen, Amtico flooring, carpets, garage electrics, a shower over the bath, and towel rails.
They’ve also embraced sustainability by using the bug hotel provided by Gleeson in their home welcome box, appreciating the connection to local wildlife.
When asked if they’d recommend Gleeson, James says “Absolutely. We’d recommend Gleeson 100%. Our advice? Visit the show homes and ask all the questions, no question is too small. Our Sales Executive was brilliant and made the whole process easier.”
With the perfect combination of affordability, space, and a welcoming community, James and Kara feel confident that their Gleeson home at Bracken Park is the ideal place to build their future.
Feeling inspired by James and Kara’s story? With a range of 2, 3, and 4 bedroom homes available throughout the Midlands and North of England, your journey to finding your dream home could happen sooner than you think. Find your nearest Gleeson development and enquire with our Sales Executive today.
