A new Hunter home
The path to Hunter Homes wasn't entirely straightforward. Laura and beau had almost committed to a different new home builder in NSW before a poor early experience sent them back to the drawing board. It was Beau who made the case for Hunter Homes as the inclusions were generous, the value was transparent, and a recommendation from a friend helped seal the decision.
"The inclusions were the biggest factor," Laura recalls. "Compared to other builders, there were a lot more included as standard. It made the whole process simpler and you knew upfront what you were getting."
That kind of transparency matters when you're building a new home. No surprise upgrades. No creeping costs. Just a clear picture of what you're getting from day one.
Choosing the Chelsea
Having lived in a similar layout on the Sunshine Coast, they already knew what worked for their family, four bedrooms, a media room, and a separate activity space for the kids. The Chelsea 235 floor plan delivered exactly that.
They'd considered other designs, including the Kenneth, but it was too large for their block. The Chelsea 235 struck the right balance, spacious enough for a growing family, sensible for the land, and easy to picture as home.
"Once we saw the Chelsea, it just felt right and easy to envision living in."
For families relocating to the Hunter Valley or building an investment property in the region, the Chelsea 235 remains one of Hunter Homes' most popular designs for good reason.
You can see this design for yourself on display at Hunter Homes in Wyee!
Building their new home in NSW
With young kids and a life still being wrapped up on the Sunshine Coast, building a new home in NSW from another state could have been complicated. It wasn't.
Regular updates and photos through the Hunter Homes client portal kept Laura and Beau informed at every stage of construction, with in person visits reserved for key milestones, colour selection and formal inspections. The process was streamlined, and communication was consistent throughout.
Colours and selections with Maddie was a particular highlight of the journey. "She was fantastic! She helped us choose colours that worked really well together, from flooring to cabinetry and paint. Her guidance made the whole process much easier."
At handover, the home was clean, the defect list was negligible, and the family were ready to move in without delay.
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24 week build guarantee
Laura and Beau weren't initially focused on build time, rather the home was intended as an investment property, not an immediate move. But when their plans shifted and they decided to relocate, Hunter Homes' 24-Week Build Time became one of the most valuable parts of the process.
Their home was finished when they needed it. No extended rental period. No waiting on a delayed build. Just the keys and the start of a new chapter close to family.
"Having our home ready to move into made things much easier. Being close to family has been a huge help — especially with young kids."
Thinking of building new in the hunter valley?
Building in the Hunter Valley means choosing a builder who truly knows the region and for families across NSW, Hunter Homes has become the name locals trust.
Laura and Beau's experience is a great example of what's possible when you build with the right team, whether you're local, relocating, or building from interstate.
Explore the Chelsea 235 floor plan and our full range of new home designs, or talk to our team about building your new home in the Hunter Valley today.
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