With hotel-style service and amenities covering everything from onsite concierge to resident’s gym and games lounge, Brook Place is here to change how you think about renting.
For too long, the typical British experience of renting has been marked by rogue landlords, rip-off fees and sky-high rents for tiny, damp flats. But this is changing, with a brand-new development by Sheffield’s Ecclesall Road and close to the trendy Sharrow Vale district, flying the flag for what renting can be.
Named Brook Place after the nearby scenic Porter Brook, this apartment complex boasts 270 homes that have all been designed and built from the ground up to specifically meet the needs of today’s renters.
The company behind Brook Place, Grainger plc, wants renting in the UK to be more like how it is in Germany, where more people rent their home than own it, or even the US, where renting is seen as an aspirational lifestyle choice.
How is the possible you may be thinking? Because in both countries, renting is safe, secure and professional and that’s what Grainger is promising renters at Brook Place, which welcomed its first residents this October.
The building is the first to open in Sheffield that offers homes exclusively for rent and is set to raise the bar for renting in the city by tapping into the very best of modern living.
Whether you’re starting a young family, a professional couple just starting your career, or friends looking to share, there is a home to suit you at Brook Place with apartments ranging in size from studios to three-beds.
What’s more, there is a wide mix of shared spaces and communal areas that all residents can enjoy at no extra charge.
For those wanting to kick back after a hard day’s work, there’s a spacious residents’ lounge on the ground floor, complete with a games corner offering table football and more.
There will even be cooking classes hosted in the experience kitchen, which features professional kitchen equipment including a pizza oven, and can be rented out for when you’re looking to impress your friends at your next dinner party.
If the sun is shining, relax on one of the three roof terraces and a podium garden where you can chill out, unwind, and enjoy the stunning view over the Steel City and out to the Peak District.
For those who work from home, the co-working zone will cater to Sheffield’s growing army of entrepreneurs and techies, who will enjoy the super-fast building-wide Wi-Fi that is included in the rent. Every apartment at Brook Place also comes complete with everything you need for a hassle-free move-in.
All utilities including internet are ready to go from day one, meaning no time wasted in dealing with suppliers. All the appliances are fully integrated too, as all the homes are kitted out with the latest modcons.
The entire building is managed professionally on-site directly by Grainger’s team, meaning residents will enjoy hotel-style service every day. So, whether you need something repaired or just someone to pick up a parcel, there will be a friendly face on hand.
Residents can choose from stylish furniture options when they move in, with colour palletes inspired by the Peak District. The ‘Mineral’ option features cool blue and grey tones referencing the mountains while warm copper hues and deep reds are incorporated in the second theme are aptly called ‘Earth’.
Those who choose longer tenancies will be allowed to paint and decorate their apartment, adding a personal touch to their new home which is often not allowed in traditional renting.You also don’t need to worry about your landlord selling up or trying to kick you out, as every resident is offered a ‘stay as long as you want’ contract by Grainger, making Brook Place somewhere you can really call home.
Even with all these amenities and services on offer, Brook Place is much more than just your home. With its ideal location by the Ecclesall Road, residents can make the most of the local area, which is known for its legendary street markets, eclectic restaurants and boutique shops. What’s more, Sheffield city centre is only 10 minutes away.
With so much on offer, both under your roof and at your doorstep, once you rent at Brook Place, you might never want to leave.
