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Elmhurst SummerLane 3930 - About

Designed for Living,
Built for Life

Refinement in
every detail

Elmhurst Homes is a privately owned Derbyshire housebuilder focussed on design-led developments.  As a family-owned business we take huge pride in crafting exemplary developments in Derbyshire’s best locations. Based in Ednaston Park, Ashbourne, your purchasing journey with Elmhurst will see you working directly with our directors and site staff.  If you would like any further information on any of our current or upcoming developments please do get in touch.

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Homes designed for living

Development Step 1

Our land planning team is always looking for desirable new locations for future developments. Once we secure a site and the appropriate planning is in place, we begin to craft the site layout, considering the needs of today’s purchasers at every stage. Every home is designed by our specialist team of architects, prioritising spaces that feel light, relaxing and adaptable to how families live their lives and grow over time.

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Delivering a quality build

Development Step 2

Once the plans are agreed, we begin digging out the site, putting foundations, roads and infrastructure in place and bringing our vision to life. Using only the finest materials, our skilled team crafts each and every home from the ground up and transform the site, with each home is inspected during construction by a surveyor. If you are reserving with us, you can review our plans and reserve your dream home from plan, and our sales team will keep you updated on build progress as the site continues to evolve.

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Focused on the details

Development Step 3

With the roof on and the shell of the house complete, we bring in our skilled tradespeople to add those all important finishing touches. You can choose your options, upgrade our standard specification if you wish, and watch as walls are plastered and painted, flooring laid and the intricate details are put into place to make your house a home. We will let you know your anticipated handover date as the build nears completion so that you can prepare for moving day without the stress and for additional peace of mind, every Elmhurst home comes with a 10-year warranty.

Current Development

The Grove, Wirksworth

Welcome to The Grove on Summer Lane, located in the heart of the sought after Derbyshire market town of Wirksworth. Known as a vibrant cultural hub, residents of The Grove’s seven individually designed 3 and 4 bedroom homes will be within walking distance of all that Wirksworth has to offer, while only being a short drive from Matlock, and the beauty spots of the Derbyshire Dales.

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Meet The Team

James Corden

Director

James leads the Elmhurst business having joined from Redrow Homes where he was Commercial Director for the East Midlands.  Prior to this James had spent years at Radleigh Homes (prior to their sale to Redrow) and Miller Homes.  James brings national housebuilder experience and processes to Elmhurst and is overseeing our ambitious growth plans.

Outside of work James is a member at Kedleston Park Golf Club, a keen Derby County supporter and is to be found on Sunday mornings coaching his daughter’s football team.  James is your main Elmhurst point of contact and please do get in touch with any queries.

Craig Patterson

Project Manager

Craig’s career in construction spans more than three decades. Starting out as a qualified carpenter and joiner, he learned the trade from the ground up, developing the eye for detail and site knowledge that no classroom can teach. After years on the tools, Craig moved into quantity surveying, spending around a decade building his commercial and contractual expertise across a wide range of projects. Never one to stand still, he then launched his own businesses, running carpentry and joinery operations alongside small-scale housing developments.

Outside of work, you’ll find him at the gym, out on long walks and hikes with his dog, or simply enjoying time with friends and family – the things that keep him grounded away from the demands of site life.

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