Cottage town: open the gate to a new life

Cottage towns gradually became a trend of our century and even supplanted them with their popularity apartments in the center of Kyiv. Duplexes, villas, townhouses and, of course, the cottages themselves form separate residences with their own atmosphere. Who is this elite residence for and is it really that flawless? Read to the end to find out and make an informed decision about your future investment.

Why it is worth investing: the advantages of a cottage town

Environmental friendliness and closeness to nature immediately come to mind when it comes to the benefits of living in a cottage town. But what else can KM offer you?

➕ The incredible nature gives at the same time picturesque landscapes outside the window, numerous options for outdoor leisure and fresh air, which is surprisingly useful not only for children, but also for adults.

➕ Most cottage towns are well protected from outsiders. In addition to the traditional closed type, they also offer a strict card access system, 24-hour video surveillance and a strong fist of security personnel. In addition, you personally know all the neighbors, which significantly reduces the risk of dangerous situations, robberies, violence, etc.

➕ You can make a house "for yourself". In most projects, the possibility of reservation and purchase is available at the initial stage. Developers have their own team and can offer several planning options for consideration. They can also consider your offer and wishes regarding the number and location of rooms.

➕ The next point follows from the previous point - you can control the quality of the materials. If desired, you can even replace them with those that you like better. Experienced designers involved in the project will provide professional advice and recommend exactly the materials that will satisfy your needs and tastes.

➕ Perhaps the most important advantage is the social environment. The number of houses in the cottage town is limited, so your neighbors will be a relatively small number of people. United by a common town, you will share each other's interests and tastes and will be approximately at the same level of material well-being.

➕ The cottage town may be quite far from civilization, but this does not mean that you will be cut off from its benefits. Far-sighted developers immediately lay their own infrastructure in their projects. Often it consists not only of shops, but also contains educational institutions for children of all ages, cafes, restaurants, gyms, tennis courts and swimming pools.

Take your time with the decision: the disadvantages of a cottage town

Every owner of a private house knows from his own experience that its maintenance requires more time, money and attention compared to an apartment. In addition to taking care of the house and yard, the resident of the cottage town also has additional worries:

➖ often in KM everything is filled by its own management company, so the amounts in utility payments can be quite large. Also, do not forget that additional services are added to the usual list of services, such as security, repair, etc.;

➖ "for yourself", but not completely. In a private house, you can freely create and create whatever you want. Quirky shapes, acid colors - any of your wishes can be realized. In a cottage town, you will have to put up with certain rules. All KM must be stylistically harmonious, therefore the appearance of buildings is strictly regulated. You will have to get used to the fact that all the neighbors will have the same facades as yours;

➖ additional inspections are mandatory when buying a house in KM. As in the case of developers multi-apartment buildings, it is worth carefully checking the documentation and the availability of permits for construction on a specific site, compliance of the project with state building regulations (DBN) etc. The availability of communications and the possibility of their implementation also require research, because without banal sewage, your investment will be wasted money.

KM in the suburbs VS KM away from civilization

In the neighborhood of the city and its gassy air or away from all this, and now also from the remnants of civilization - such a difficult choice is faced by everyone who is thinking about buying a home in a cottage town. We have collected the main advantages and disadvantages of both options in a table, but do not rush to make a decision.

The given characteristics may change from option to option, so it is worth considering specific objects and analyzing their advantages and disadvantages. Often in the suburbs there is also enough silence and lack of people, and in remote corners Kyiv region are building such shopping centers that the capital would envy.

Criteria for selecting the best CM

Well, how did you decide on a cottage town? And still not? Then we did the right thing by preparing for you a list of criteria that will help you choose a worthy option:

• location If you work or study in the city, consider the distance to it. If you have your own vehicle, the road will not be a problem, but just in case, make sure that the transport interchange is convenient and that there are alternatives, such as a bus or train. Environmental friendliness and the possibility of seclusion also depend on the location. You hardly want to climb into impenetrable forest thickets, but there are such options;
• infrastructure. Own infrastructure of a cottage town is an ideal option. Ask the developer whether he plans to build it and what objects will be added. If you lack certain amenities, look for them nearby and think about how comfortable it will be every time you go on the road to meet your needs;
• communication Be sure to make sure that they are available and in working order. Each house must have its own well, septic tank or sewer, pump system, electricity and gas, if it is provided by the project;
• materials and technologies. The developer must provide you with technical documentation that lists all the materials used. Carefully study them, because your future comfort depends on it;
• security. Walk around the grounds and learn about additional safety measures. The cottage towns are located in fairly isolated locations, so the presence of a fence, an access system and video surveillance is mandatory.

Before making a final decision, look at the project as a whole. Will you feel at home here? Your comfort is the most important parameter, so listen not only to your mind, but also to your heart.