East Sussex offers a terrific choice of high-quality new homes at present

A new home in East Sussex remains an achievable aspiration for many this Christmas time. Award-winning developers have a range of new apartments and new houses for sale to suit all pockets and all lifestyles. Rolling countryside, great transport links by rail, road and air, top-quality schools and excellent shopping and leisure facilities blend to make East Sussex a destination of choice.

Woodside Park in Hempstead Lane, Hailsham, is a development of new houses from Bloor Homes. Set in the South Downs close to the A22, A27 and Polegate station, this excellent development offers the perfect base for commuting to London or Brighton. Typical of the high quality of the properties on offer is Plot 23, the three-bedroom ‘Daisy' style home. The accommodation is ideal for the growing family and comprises a well-proportioned lounge, a downstairs cloakroom and large kitchen/diner with patio doors opening to a private rear garden. On the first floor are three bedrooms, with an en suite to the master, and a modern family bathroom. The property is also available under the FirstBuy scheme for £175,960.

Explore Living is offering a range of exceptional new properties at its Grand Ocean development, Saltdean. Described as heritage meeting contemporary, the Grand Ocean apartments offer an Art Deco reception area and are just a short distance from Brighton's famous marina and the wonderful rolling hills of the South Downs. Prices for a one-bedroom apartment with underground parking space start at £199,995. Top of the range is Plot 254, a stunning two-bedroom apartment priced at £509,995. This premium property includes two en suite bedrooms and generous lounge, measuring nearly 30 ft wide, while outside are two 40 ft private terraces.

St George's Park, recent winner of a prestigious What House? Award, is a luxury community and leisure development offering new retirement homes in a village atmosphere, from Augustinian Care. Just released are a number of properties with prices from £365,000 to £475,000. Flat 5 in Cluster 14 offers spacious two-bedroom accommodation, including a bright and airy lounge/diner and master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en suite. There is a fully fitted kitchen and family bathroom, and the apartment is fitted to the highest standards throughout. St George's Park offers relaxing surroundings, lakes and garden, yet close to amenities and transport links - perfect for retirement.

For those getting onto the housing ladder, Orbit Homes is offering shared ownership deals at The Point, Bexhill-on-Sea, from as little as £43,500. The development offers a range of well-proportioned new homes in a beautiful seaside setting. Plot 56 is a two-bedroom apartment, available on a 45% share basis at £67,500, based on a full price of £150,000. This home has a good-sized lounge/diner opening onto a private balcony, both bedrooms have fitted wardrobes, and there is an en suite to the master bedroom. A well-proportioned fitted kitchen and family bathroom are finished to a high standard, and there is more storage space in the entrance hall.

Further along the East Sussex coast lies the town of Eastbourne. With its famous seafront and pier, the town enjoys one of the best sunshine records in the UK. Berkeley Homes is offering a unique collection of two- and three-bedroom homes, with traditional architectural features and a true craftsman finish, at its All Saints development. A number of new apartments are available including Plot 4, a two-bedroom home in the North Wing of the development, priced at £345,000. Set over three floors, this property offers real character. The basement contains the second bedroom, study and fitted bathroom. On the ground floor, a large living/dining area and separate kitchen with breakfast area offer airy, contemporary living space. The first floor is given to the master bedroom suite, with en suite and fitted wardrobes.

Explore Living is offering homebuyers in Esat Sussex a chance to make the most of the county's coast at its Grand Ocean development in Saltdean