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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Looking at 480 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the incredibly helpful staff and the responsive customer service team for making the entire home buying process exceptionally smooth and stress-free. Many people deeply appreciate the clear, detailed guidance provided during house viewings as well as the constant communication maintained throughout their entire purchase journey. However, some people mentioned encountering specific issues regarding property finishes and a noticeable lack of support with certain purchase details. A few reviewers also noted concerns regarding additional purchase expenses, delayed snag repairs, and unaccommodating property adaptations during the process.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bethany from the AfterCare service has been really helpful in getting a few snags rectified. When we reported an issue, people we sent out the following day to get this fixed. Mick also came out to ch... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just dropping a note to thank the Story Homes Team at Heritage Fields who have been outstanding managing or purchase of our new gorgeous home which we completed on today. From start to finish Stacy an... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From our 1st visit to Riverbrook Gardens many, many months ago until today, when we reserved our dream plot, I can honestly say we could not have had a better experience. Rebecca has kept in regular... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have recently purchased our Forever Story Home! It came at us when we least expected it and everything has worked out perfectly. From the moment Samantha Denham called us to see if we were still i... See more

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  1. Home Builder
  2. Construction Company
  3. Housing Development
  4. Real Estate Developer

About Story Homes

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Story Homes builds high quality new homes across Cumbria & Scotland, the North East and the North West. Our homes are designed for modern living and built to last, with a specification that includes more than your average new build.

A Story home has beautiful spaces inside and out, featuring open plan living with kitchen islands, bi-fold doors and light airy spaces.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kelsey Jones feedback

Kelsey was really helpful and accommodating when we needed to rearrange appointments. She always responded quickly to emails, whenever we had any queries. She definitely knows her stuff and was a pleasure to deal with throughout.

22 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that Kelsey was so helpful, responsive and supportive throughout your journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding advisors

My wife and I visited yesterday to view a show home and the care, kindness and knowledge shown to us by sales advisors Amanda and Robert was wonderful.They made us very welcome and couldn’t have been more helpful.

21 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that Amanda and Robert made you feel so welcome during your visit and that their knowledge and support helped make your experience such a positive one.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best experience securing our home

We had such a positive experience purchasing our new home, and a huge part of that was down to Kelsey Jones.

From our very first interaction, Kelsey was an absolute pleasure to deal with. She is incredibly knowledgeable, knew all the facts, and was always happy to answer our many questions with so much patience and professionalism. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble for her.

Kelsey was also extremely responsive and accommodating. She was always happy to arrange appointments around us, and if we had a question or concern that she didn’t have the answer to immediately, she would look into it and have an answer for us by our next appointment. This gave us so much reassurance throughout the whole process.

Buying a home can be a stressful experience, but Kelsey made the process feel easy and enjoyable. She always listened to any worries or queries we had, and made sure we felt supported every step of the way.

We genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better representative and would highly recommend Kelsey to anyone looking to purchase a home through Story Homes. She is a real credit to the company, and we are so grateful for all her help in making this experience such a positive one.

11 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Kelsey made your home-buying journey such a positive experience. Her commitment to providing excellent customer service, clear communication, and support throughout the process is something we're very proud of. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Kelsey, who will be thrilled to receive them. We wish you many happy years in your new Story home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience.
Amanda and Robert are really helpful.
We were able to take our time and discuss all our options. Lovely relaxed atmosphere.

20 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Hi Gillian, thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear Amanda and Robert were so helpful. We appreciate your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful and clear guidance

Helpful and clear guidance. Good hospitality. Not rushed. Both by Amanda and Robert.

20 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

We're delighted to hear that Amanda and Robert provided helpful guidance and made your experience relaxed and welcoming. Thank you for your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amanda and Roger as always were…

Amanda and Roger as always were fantastic host and the Scotby show house was beautiful.

20 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit to our show home and that our team made such a positive impression.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amanda and Robert have unbelievable…

Amanda and Robert have unbelievably helpful so far. We trust them and feel very excited about the process!

19 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

It's great to know you're excited about the journey ahead, and we look forward to supporting you every step of the way.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fiona was happy to spend time showing…

Fiona was happy to spend time showing us around and explaining the houses and the process. She was very friendly and knowledgeable.

20 September 2026
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Thank you for your review. It's great to know you're excited about the journey ahead. We look forward to supporting you every step of the way.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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So far in the process, our sales executive Sarah at Millfields Ulverston has been very professional and helpful. We’re looking forward to completing and moving into our new home.

20 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that Sarah at Millfields, Ulverston has been professional and helpful throughout your journey so far. We'll be sure to pass on your feedback, and we look forward to welcoming you to your new home soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing staff

Sam is absolutely amazing! Answering every question and giving advice when needed! Making our experience easier and better!

19 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Sam has made your experience easier and more enjoyable. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to helping you on the rest of your journey to your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sales person Kelsey was very friendly

Sales person Kelsey was very friendly, supportive and helpful.

19 September 2026
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Thank you for your positive feedback. We are pleased to hear that Kelsey has been friendly, supportive and helpful throughout your home-buying journey. We greatly appreciate your comments and will ensure they are shared with her.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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We’re currently around 40% of the way through the process of purchasing our new Story Home, and I can genuinely say that, so far, it has been the smoothest and most enjoyable house-buying experience I’ve had.

A huge part of that has been down to Kelsey. She has been exceptional throughout the process: extremely knowledgeable, proactive and professional, while still maintaining a really personal and approachable manner. No matter what question we’ve had, Kelsey has always been able to provide a clear answer or quickly find the information we need.

Communication has been excellent, and we’ve always felt informed and supported at every stage rather than having to chase for updates. Buying a new home can naturally come with a lot of questions and uncertainty, but Kelsey has made the whole experience feel straightforward and well managed.

Although we still have some way to go before completion, our experience with Story Homes so far has been first class. If the remainder of the journey continues in the same way, we couldn’t ask for much more.

A very well-deserved five stars from us, and a special thank you to Kelsey for making the experience such a positive one.

18 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. We are delighted to hear that your experience with Story Homes has been so positive so far.

It's particularly rewarding to know that Kelsey has provided the knowledgeable, professional and proactive support that has helped make your home-buying journey smooth and enjoyable. We understand the importance of clear communication throughout the process, and we're pleased that you have felt informed and supported at every stage.

We greatly appreciate your kind words and will ensure your feedback is shared with Kelsey. Thank you for choosing Story Homes, and we look forward to supporting you through the remainder of your journey and welcoming you to your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was lucky enough to have a show…

I was lucky enough to have a show around with robert and amanda and they were nothing but helpful!! They were both so lovely, friendly and welcoming from the second I arrived. They gave me such a brilliant tour of the Story Home, explained everything so well and were more than happy to answer all my questions. They made the whole experience feel so relaxed, enjoyable and exciting, and you could really tell they were passionate about what they do. Couldn’t have asked for two better people to show me around, they were honestly fantastic! ⭐️

18 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that Robert and Amanda provided such a positive experience during your visit. Their friendly, welcoming and professional approach is something we take great pride in, and it's fantastic to know they made your tour both enjoyable and informative.

We greatly appreciate your kind comments and will ensure they are shared with Robert and Amanda. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and we hope to welcome you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful service

We received great service from the lovely Kelsey at hawksley rise from the start to secure our beautiful Harrison home! Very informative throughout and was so nice to have her assisting us with our choices etc.

Cannot wait till January 2027!

18 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that Kelsey at Hawksley Rise has provided such excellent support throughout your journey to securing your Harrison home. We will be sure to share your kind feedback with her.

Congratulations on your new home, we are wishing you all the best as you count down to moving day!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kelsey has been amazing through the…

Kelsey has been amazing through the house buying process at Hawksley Rise. As first time buyers we didn’t know much about what we needed to do or organise but Kelsey has helped us every step of the way!

18 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that Kelsey has been able to support you throughout your first home-buying journey at Hawksley Rise. We will be sure to share your feedback with her. We look forward to helping you take the next steps towards your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great staff who are there to help

We'd like to thank Kelsey for the exceptional service and support throughout our home-buying journey with Story Homes. From our initial enquiry through to the later stages of the process, Kelsey has been professional, knowledgeable and always willing to help.

She has kept us informed at every step, responded promptly to any questions, and made what can often be a stressful experience feel much smoother and more manageable. Her friendly approach, attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction have been greatly appreciated.

Thank you, Kelsey, for all your hard work and support.

17 August 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to hear that Kelsey has provided such exceptional support throughout your home-buying journey. Her professionalism, knowledge and dedication to delivering excellent customer service are qualities we greatly value, and it's wonderful to know that her guidance and communication have helped make the process a positive and enjoyable one.

We truly appreciate your kind words and will ensure that your feedback is passed on to Kelsey. Thank you for choosing Story Homes. We look forward to continuing to support you through the remaining stages of your journey and to welcoming you to your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

We're so excited to move into our new home.
We've had an amazing experience from start to finish. The communication from Kelsey has been great, and she is always happy to help with any queries we have, no matter how small.
Thank you.

23 January 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you have had such a positive experience throughout your home-buying journey and are looking forward to moving into your new home.

It's wonderful to know that Kelsey’s communication and support have made a difference, and that she has been on hand to assist with any questions along the way. We will be sure to pass on your lovely feedback.

Thank you for choosing Story Homes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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We first visited Fiona at Story Homes in July 2025 and decided it wasn't the right time for us but Fiona was amazing and kept in touch and answered our queries without hesitation although we were not in a position to buy a house yet. In April 2026 we decided to take the leap and put our house on the market and pick our house in Summerpark. Fiona made the whole process so easy, making sure we had plenty of time to think over extras and get exactly what we had hoped for in our new house! We visited the showhome more times than I would like to admit but Fiona was always welcoming and nothing was a trouble, we brought multiple family members to visit too! Fiona kept us upto date with every step and was able to schedule different meetings to suit our working schedule. Jamie the site manager was also very helpful during the whole process, from our first meeting with him, to our Demo, and onto our snagging, he was amazing at getting things sorted for us! I could not recommend Fiona enough, she is a credit to Story's team, every visit was a pleasure!

25 April 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you for sharing your experience with Story Homes. We are delighted to hear that Fiona supported you throughout your home-buying journey, from your first visit in 2025 right through to reserving your new home at Summerpark. It's wonderful to know that her communication, flexibility and friendly approach helped make the process smooth and enjoyable for you and your family. We're also pleased to hear that Jamie provided excellent support during your demonstration, snagging and handover stages, ensuring everything was addressed promptly. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We wish you many happy years in your new Story home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 bedroom was beautiful- very spacious

5 bedroom was beautiful- very spacious. Fiona was very helpful in sharing details with us.

17 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

We're delighted to hear that you appreciated our five-bedroom home and it's spacious design. It's also wonderful to know that Fiona was able to help by providing the information you needed throughout your visit. We hope to welcome you again soon and wish you all the best with your home search.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would recommend Story Homes 100%.

I would recommend Story Homes 100%.
Our journey with Story Homes has been fantastic from start to finish.
We have had 2 previous new build homes & both were horrendous; the quality of workmanship was extremely poor with major issues which dragged on for years.

We purchased our new home on the heritage field site in Tanfield. We chose the Harrison & we love it, the design is well thought out, even down to the positioning of the internal doors, eliminating slithers of architrave. I am a fully qualified tradesman with numerous skills & I have no hesitation in saying that the quality of the workmanship is well above standard. The property feels well built & of exceptional quality.
There were some minor snagging issues as expected, but these were quickly rectified.
(There will always be snagging issues, but there is a huge difference between snagging issues & poor quality workmanship)

The customer service from start to finish has been unprecedented, Stacy was amazing in sales with all her advice & Tommy the assistant site supervisor has been fantastic, he has went above & beyond, nothing has been too much trouble.

Buying your home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make, this has been the only time this has actually been a pleasurable experience for us.

Thanks Patrick & Julie

17 September 2026
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Reply from Story Homes

Thank you so much, Patrick and Julie, for taking the time to leave such a detailed and thoughtful review. We are absolutely delighted to hear that your experience with Story Homes has been so positive from start to finish. It is particularly rewarding to receive such high praise for the quality of workmanship from someone with your professional trade experience. We take great pride in the design, craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into every Story home, so your comments mean a great deal to our team.
We will be sure to pass on your kind words to Stacey and Tommy, who will be thrilled to know they made such a positive impact on your experience.
Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing Story Homes. We wish you many happy years in your beautiful new home.
Best wishes,
The Story Homes Team

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