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We have a range of schemes to help you move

From up to 5% Deposit Match* to a contribution towards your Stamp Duty^ we can help you secure a Story home.

The Birches, located in Chapelgarth, Sunderland, is an exclusive new development featuring a range of high-quality 3, 4 & 5-bedroom homes that are anything but standard.

Designed for modern living and built to last, our new homes in Chapelgarth, Sunderland offer more than your average new build. Higher ceilings, airy open-plan spaces, and a high specification. We build contemporary homes fit for modern lifestyles.

Key features

Large kitchen/dining/family areas with island units

Open plan bedrooms with dressing areas

Beautiful street scenes with a variety of build materials

Sought after location

High specification including bi-fold doors

Excellent transport links

A specification that’s anything but standard

Designed for modern living and built to last, our homes offer more than your average new build. Our high specification includes so many features to be proud of, like large open plan family areas that include a stylish kitchen with an island, Porcelanosa bathroom tiles and French or bi-fold doors out to the garden.

Specification applies to a majority of plots and developments, please speak to your Sales Executive for further information.

Experience our specification

What’s around The Birches?

The Birches is located in the sought-after new area of Chapelgarth in Sunderland, with excellent transport links and amenities nearby.

Perfectly situated in Chapelgarth, the development boasts easy access to the A19 and A690, making it a convenient location for commuters and those travelling throughout the North East.

Nearby Doxford Business Park is home to some great amenities including a David Lloyd leisure club with an indoor and outdoor pool, a choice of pubs and restaurants, and two supermarkets.

A short drive away from The Birches is the Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slope providing entertainment for all the family. You’ll also find Herrington Country Park conservation area close by which offers extensive walks and events all year round.

There is a wide choice of educational facilities nearby, including Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy and Mill Hill Primary School.

Get in touch with our team and move one step closer to making The Birches your new home.

4 plots available

Deposit match
The Birches
  • Plot 1
  • 1411 sq ft

Wilson

£319,995

The Birches
  • Plot 5
  • 1433 sq ft

Sanderson

£319,995

Home Move
The Birches
  • Plot 92
  • 1905 sq ft

Charlton

£414,995

The Birches
  • Plot 88
  • 1803 sq ft

Masterton

£389,995

1 plot coming soon

Coming Soon
The Birches
  • Plot 4
  • 1890 sq ft

Charlton

Site plan

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Why choose Story?

Homes built to a 5-star standard

Story Homes has officially been rated as a 5-star housebuilder by the HBF, which is no surprise when you see how beautifully crafted our homes are.

We can help with your move

Whether you are looking to buy your first home, move home or invest, Story Homes has a range of incentives that can be structured to meet your individual requirements.

Find out how

Make yourself at home with our account area

Creating an account is the first step on your journey with Story Homes and will be your go to place to keep track of the homes you’re interested in. Plus, you can let your imagination run wild with our Kitchen Designer tool.

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Speak to us today

We’d love to help you find your new home, get in touch with our Sales Executive by choosing one of the options below.

Please note CGIs and photography are for illustrative purposes only; external finishes such as roof tile colours, brick, stone, render and landscaping vary between plots. Properties may also be built ‘handed’ (mirror image) of those illustrated. Dimensions are for guidance only and all measurements and areas may vary during construction. Dimensions are not intended to be used for carpet sizes, appliance space or items of furniture. Bathroom, kitchen and furniture layouts are indicative only and do not form any part of your contract. EPC ratings are based on the house type rather than the individual plot and ratings can vary between plots. Please speak to a member of the sales team for plot specific information. Any information that is available regarding future development or phases will be provided by our Sales Executive in advance of reservation.

*Deposit Match is available on selected plots and only at those developments where it is specifically advertised as being available. The “Deposit Match” payment will be made upon legal completion of the purchase. The matched amount will be subject to affordability determined by an Independent Financial Advisor and will not exceed 5% of the purchase price. Proof of the deposit match amount due to be paid within the first 12 months of the loan is required. Story Homes reserves the right to set a limit for the deposit match contribution which may be less than 5% and this contribution sum cannot be exchanged for a cash payment. The payment of the lump sum is per property and not per named purchaser. Multiple purchasers of a single property will receive the same lump sum amount jointly as a single purchaser of a single property.  This incentive is subject to your mortgage lenders approval. Story Homes cannot offer mortgage advice.  If you need assistance finding an independent mortgage adviser, please speak to a Sales Executive as they have the details of a panel of independent new build mortgage advisers who will be able to provide you with the necessary independent mortgage advice. Incentives are subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or scheme. Story Homes reserves the right to withdraw or alter these offers at any time. Prices and details are correct at time of being released for advertisement. For further information please speak to a Sales Executive.

^Story Homes will pay a contribution towards Stamp Duty Land Tax on selected plots and only at those s developments where the incentive is specifically advertised as being available. The contribution amount is calculated at the point of reservation based on rates and thresholds applicable at that time. Subsequent changes will not  be agreed to the amount or alternative incentives offered to reflect any subsequent variations made to Stamp Duty Land Tax thresholds or rates that may result in either an increase or decrease in the overall tax sum payable by you following legal completion. The contribution amount will be reflected in the completion statement issued to solicitors and then be deducted from the monies due from you at legal completion Incentives are subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or scheme. Story Homes reserves the right to withdraw or alter these offers at any time. Prices and details are correct at time of being released for advertisement. For further information please speak to a Sales Executive.

Don't forget

We’re selling from Hawksley Rise in Ryhope, Sunderland, SR3 2PH