New Build Homes Built to Last

Abel Gray Homes creates distinctive family homes designed and built to last for generations. We specialise in bespoke new build residential developments across the Midlands and South East, with a strong focus on quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Named after the founders' sons, Abel and Grayson, the business is built on trust, integrity and genuine pride in delivery. We take full responsibility for every development we undertake, working directly with landowners and managing the entire process from initial appraisal and planning through to construction and completion.

Our homes are never rushed. Time is taken at every stage to ensure the right decisions are made, the details are properly considered and the build quality is uncompromising. We believe this is something you can feel the moment you walk through the door, spaces flow naturally, finishes feel solid and considered, and the home immediately feels comfortable and well built.

Quality of workmanship sits at the centre of everything we do. From structure through to final finishes, our new builds are constructed to the highest standards, using trusted trades and materials chosen for longevity as well as appearance.

Every home we deliver is covered by a 10 year structural warranty, providing peace of mind that the home has been built properly and with care. We build each property as if we were keeping it ourselves, with pride in every detail and confidence in how it will stand the test of time.

Our homes are backed by leading structural warranty providers:

New Builds

New build homes sit at the heart of what we do. We are passionate about creating homes from the ground up, starting with a clear vision and seeing it through to completion. From the earliest stages of site appraisal and design, we focus on how each home will feel to live in, not just how it looks on paper.

Pride in Every Build

We never rush. Every home is built with care and pride alongside our long trusted traders who are part of the Abel Gray Homes family. We take our time to get things right, managing the entire process with full control over quality.

Quality & Finish

We deliver homes finished to the highest of standards, using quality products throughout. Kitchens feature NEFF and Bora appliances with quartz or granite worktops, while bathrooms are fitted with Villeroy and Boch sanitary ware and Hansgrohe fittings.

Thoughtful Design

We believe good design should enhance its surroundings. Whether a single bespoke dwelling or a small collection of homes, our new builds sit comfortably within their setting.

Local Character

Our aim is simple: to create well considered homes that we are proud to put our name to, and that homeowners can enjoy for many years to come.

Current Development

Pepys Lane, Slipton, Northamptonshire

The former Samuel Pepys Public House transformed into a five-bedroom detached home set within its own grounds and orchard. Two additional four-bedroom stone-built homes reflect local character while providing modern family living.

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New Build Sites We're Seeking

We are actively seeking land opportunities for new build developments. We typically look for:

Site Types:

Agricultural land
Barns and outbuildings
Brownfield sites
Challenging or previously refused sites
Commercial buildings

Dilapidated and redundant properties
Garden land
Infill and edge of settlement land
Listed buildings
Small residential sites

Primary Areas:

Buckinghamshire
Bedfordshire
Northamptonshire
Warwickshire, Leicestershire, Oxfordshire
West Midlands & Gloucestershire

Barn Conversions & Land Development

We also undertake barn conversions and complex rural planning where strategic opportunity exists.

We understand that barns are often a family legacy. Selling land or buildings can be deeply personal. We approach every opportunity with sensitivity, discretion and practical advice.

Our approach respects the rural landscape and operational needs of the farm, never disrupting the wider holding or farming operation.

Feasibility Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation for residential conversion

Planning & Permissions

Expert navigation of planning process

Sensitive Design

Architecture that respects heritage and landscape

Complete Delivery

From survey through handover, fully managed

Planning & Land Promotion

We have extensive experience in rural planning and land promotion, working at no cost to landowners. We manage the full planning process at our own cost, allowing landowners to explore development potential without upfront risk.

Residential Land

Identifying and promoting land for new residential development

Brownfield Sites

Reclaiming previously developed rural land

Redundant Barns

Converting agricultural buildings no longer viable for farming

Complex Planning

Previously refused or challenging planning scenarios

We understand the importance of discretion and trust within the farming community. All discussions are treated confidentially, and proposals are carefully considered to align with your long-term objectives.

What We Have Been Up To

Recent updates from our developments and projects.

24th December 2025 Christmas Message

Merry Christmas from Abel Gray Homes

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy, and prosperous 2026. A special thank you to our new homeowners who have purchased their homes through us this year. We look forward to the year ahead and what 2026 will bring.

We are now closed and reopening on 5th January 2026.

For emergencies please use our emergency contact number on 01908 870199.

23rd December 2025 Plot 2, Pepys Lane

Site Visit Completed Today

In the photo you can see Plot 2, the conversion of the former Samuel Pepys Public House, now formally known as Lily House. We are excited to see this unit progress forward and complete early in 2026. Keep watching for further updates on this build.

22nd December 2025 Plot 3, Pepys Lane

Bifold Doors Replaced Just in Time for Christmas

The bifold doors at Plot 3, Peony House, were damaged, so we arranged for the replacement. Crown Windows came to the rescue and replaced them quickly, just in time for Christmas. Their team were amazing, and we are really pleased with the result.