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Lettings franchise Martin & Co, whose head office is based in Bournemouth, Dorset has been awarded “Franchisor of the Year” at the Negotiator Awards ceremony held in London earlier this month. Attracting entries from all over the UK for 17 different award categories, Martin & Co (UK) Ltd were named winners in the franchise category.

This Bournemouth based head office team are no strangers to winning awards having entered this award category twice and winning on both occasions. The business has also been voted a winner by its landlord clients in a survey of customer service.

These awards recognise how this 170 plus UK-wide lettings brand has developed particularly over the last three years – with a dedicated brand for London and student homes being rolled out successfully alongside a top ranked website HYPERLINK "http:// www.martinco.com" www. martinco.com This is a great 25th birthday present for the business chairman and founder Richard Martin who started Martin & Co with his wife Kathy in Yeovil in 1986, and launched the franchise in 1995. Richard & Kathy still live in Dorset and their daughter Rebecca has the

Bournemouth franchise.

Richard continues to set the strategic plan, with Ian Wilson responsible for the day to day running of the business as the Managing Director.

Ian Wilson commented: “It is a tribute to the hard work and passion of our staff, but more than that it is a reflection of the proven systems and processes we have in place, after all that’s what franchising is all about, and which have enabled us to thrive even in these competitive times.”

This privately owned local company has set new records this year with over £3 million in group fee income in October and delving deeper into the figures Martin & Co is on track to achieve £36 million in group fee income in 2012.

In a highly competitive market the strength of a brand is key, this awards recognition within the property industry means Martin & Co are on the right road to continue their development with launches scheduled already in 2012 for new on-line agents, new franchises and company shops.

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Bournecoast Attend Landlord Conference DORSET based property agents, Bournecoast, attended the Landlord Conference and Exhibition last month in Bournemouth at Dean Court.

Over five hundred private landlords from all over Dorset attended the free Landlord Conference which was organised by Bournemouth Council on 6th October to provide valuable advice and information on every aspect of letting a property.

Now In its fourth year, the event took place at AFC Bournemouth from 11am – 5pm and exhibitors were on hand all day. Landlords and prospective landlords were invited to drop in to meet with a variety of organisations.

There was also the opportunity for landlords to attend seminars across the day with experts offering advice on landlord issues such as fire safety, energy efficiency grants, rent deposit schemes to name but a few.

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Des said: “This was the first year Bournecoast attended the event as an exhibitor and I feel as a company it has raised our profile amongst local landlords.

He added: “With over fifty years in the industry and being family run in all that time, it enabled us to highlight Bournecoast’s expertise in the area of lets – be that for long or short term.

“The event was the perfect opportunity for local landlords and property experts to come together to share best practice and keep up to speed with the latest advice on letting a home and in turn improve the standard of rental accommodation for our residents.”

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TALBOT WOODS, bournemouth

TALBOT WOODS, bournemouth

An immaculately presented grade II listed gate house ø Many original features ø 2 en suite bedrooms ø Lounge/dining room ø Conservatory ø Garage

A wonderful character property set on a splendid corner plot ø 4 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) ø 3 reception rooms and Conservatory ø Double garage

Excess £370,000 Freehold

Guide £625,000 Freehold

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3 4 TALBOT WOODS, bournemouth

TALBOT WOODS, bournemouth

A delightful four bedroom house in sought after residential location ø 3 reception rooms ø 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) ø Lawned level rear garden ø Garage

A substantial house with stunning contemporary interior ø 6 bedrooms ø 3 reception rooms ø Kitchen/breakfast room ø Double garage with office

Guide £650,000

Guide £995,000 Freehold

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Spacious first floor apartment with stunning harbour views ø 3 bedrooms ø Living/ dining room ø Large south/west facing sun terrace ø Underground parking space

Open House Saturday 26th November ø Brand new contemporary house adjoining parkstone golf course ø Delightful open views ø 4 en suite bedrooms

Guide £945,000

Guide £1.1 million

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MUDEFORD, christchurch

Stunning house overlooking parkstone golf course and lake ø 4 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms (2 en suite) ø 3 reception rooms ø double garage

Stunning townhouse in new gated development with harbour views ø 3 bedrooms ø 2 receptions ø Balconies and terrace ø Garage

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Situated only a few hundred yards from Poole Harbour this magnificent home is positioned on an elevated plot with outstanding views spanning the harbour over Brownsea Island to the Purbeck Hills beyond. It is located within one of Canford Cliffs’ most sought after roads and is only a short walk from the beaches of Sandbanks, a haven for water sports enthusiasts.

The house itself is striking and luxurious, built some seven years ago with the very finest modern fittings. It has recently undergone further improvements, including a new kitchen, air conditioning, new resin flooring to some areas and specialist carpeting, integrated music system and the addition of a garden outbuilding.

This exceptional home extends to approximately 6,000 sq ft and the accommodation is arranged over three floors with each of the principal rooms leading directly onto large terracing. The impressive indoor pool area, with adjacent steam room, has two sets of bi-folding doors providing an open aspect over the secluded gardens, bringing the outside in, at the turn of a key.

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PRICE £3,500,000

FEATURES • Spectacular views over Poole Harbour • Six bedrooms • Four en suite and family bathroom • Fabulous Bulthaup kitchen • Good sized sitting room • Extensive terracing enjoying views

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LILLIPUT

£997,000

A new architecturally designed detached family home with spacious accommodation arranged over three floors and views across Poole Harbour.

5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | 2 Reception rooms | Luxury fitted kitchen

Canford Cliffs office | 01202 706888 | canford cliffs@winkworth.co.uk 11 Haven Road, Poole, BH13 7LE

TUCKTON

£329,950

An exceptionally well presented three bedroom detached residence situated in a highly sought after location within a short distance of local amenities, Christchurch River and Hengistbury Head.

3 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | Enclosed gardens | Off road parking | Superb decorative condition | Garage with rear access

Canford Cliffsoffice office| 01202 | 01202 706888 | canfordcliffs@winkworth.co.uk Southbourne 434365 | southbourne@winkworth.co.uk 29 Southbourne BH6 3QT 11 Haven Road, Grove, Poole, Bournemouth, BH13 7LE

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LOWER PARKSTONE

£435,000

A recently refurbished and modernised detached bungalow in a select development of just four situated in a quiet cul-de-sac.

2 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | Lounge with balcony | Loft room | Close to Parkstone golf course.

Penn Hill office | 01202 733000 | pennhill@winkworth.co.uk 135 Penn Hill Avenue, Lower Parkstone, Poole, BH14 9LY

TALBOT WOODS

£770,000

A beautifully finished modern detached house set behind electric gates within a private road in the heart of Talbot Woods.

6 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 4 Reception rooms | Beautiful garden with summer house

Canford Cliffs office | 01202 706888 | canfordcliffs@winkworth.co.uk Westbourne office | 01202 767633 | westbourne@winkworth.co.uk 77 Poole Road, BH4 9BB 11 Haven Road,Bournemouth, Poole, BH13 7LE

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SANDBANKS

£399,950

CANFORD CLIFFS

£329,950

BRANKSOME PARK

OIEO £299,950

A superb first floor apartment benefiting from secure private garden and feature conservatory.

An immaculately presented second floor apartment situated in a convenient position in the heart of Canford Cliffs.

An extremely well presented ground floor garden apartment with private entrance and 30ft terrace area.

3 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Private garden

2 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Garage

2 Double bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 3 Reception rooms | Allocated off road parking

Penn Hill office | 01202 733000 | pennhill@winkworth.co.uk

PARKSTONE

£64,950

LOWER PARKSTONE

£225,000

LOWER PARKSTONE

£349,950

A first floor warden assisted apartment with lift and offered with no forward chain.

A first floor recently constructed apartment situated in the heart of Ashley Cross.

A raised ground floor apartment in a prestigious development with some sea glimpses.

Double bedroom | Lounge/dining room | Kitchen | Bathroom

2 Bedrooms | Open plan living room/kitchen | Underfloor heating | Allocated parking

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 South and westerly facing balconies | Underground parking

Southbourne office | 01202 434365 | southbourne@winkworth.co.uk

SOUTHBOURNE

RANGING FROM £125,000 - £199,950

SOUTHBOURNE

£169,950

SOUTHBOURNE

£189,950

A choice of one and two bedroom brand new apartments located within a short walk of Southbourne’s award-winning beaches and Christchurch River beyond.

A well presented modern top floor two bedroom apartment situated in a popular residential area within a short walk of local amenities and Hengistbury Head..

A very well presented two bedroom top floor apartment situated in a highly sought after location within a short walk of the award winning blue flag sandy beaches.

Direct access to communal gardens | En-suites | Allocated parking | Luxury kitchens & bathrooms

2 bedrooms | Security entry system | En-suite to master | Off road parking

2 bedrooms | En-suite to master | Stainless steel sockets & light fittings | Off road parking

Westbourne office | 01202 767633 | westbourne@winkworth.co.uk

WESTBOURNE

£129,950

WESTBOURNE

£199,950

BRANKSOME PARK

£389,950

A ground floor apartment in need of some refurbishment.

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a well presented top floor apartment close to the beach.

A well presented first floor apartment set within a gated development in Branksome Park.

2 Bedrooms | Gas heating | Allocated parking | Vacant possession

2 Bedrooms | Lounge/dining room | Modern kitchen | Allocated parking

3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | South facing balcony | Double garage

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LILLIPUT

LILLIPUT

£449,950

BRANKSOME PARK

£449,950

£475,000

A fully refurbished first floor apartment with superb views across Blue Lagoon and Poole Harbour beyond.

A delightful detached bungalow with secluded front and rear gardens and detached garage.

An end of terrace town house within easy reach of both the beach and shopping facilities at Westbourne.

2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Luxury fitted kitchen | Underground parking

2 Double bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Large Lounge/dining room | Garage

3 Bedrooms | 2 Reception Rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Double garage

Penn Hill office | 01202 733000 | pennhill@winkworth.co.uk

LOWER PARKSTONE

£489,950

LOWER PARKSTONE

£400,000

LOWER PARKSTONE

£349,950

A well presented detached family home, with potential to extend, situated in a popular location.

A recently refurbished detached chalet bungalow with good sized accommodation throughout.

An immaculately presented family house with expansive kitchen/ breakfast room situated in a cul-de-sac.

4 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Loft room

4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Large lounge/dining room | No forward chain

3 Bedrooms | Large lounge | Separate utility room | Level rear garden | Generous off road parking

Southbourne office | 01202 434365 | southbourne@winkworth.co.uk

SOUTHBOURNE

£279,950

SOUTHBOURNE

£199,950

SOUTHBOURNE

£165,000

A superbly presented semi-detached residence offering both A well presented and deceptively spacious two bedroom house bright and airy versatile accommodation incorporating annexe situated conveniently within a short walk of Southbourne High Street and the award winning blue flag sandy beaches beyond. potential and offering a wealth of features.

A two bedroom first floor garden flat situated within a short walk of Southbourne’s award-winning blue flag sandy beaches.

5 bedrooms | Open plan living accommodation | Off road parking | Larger than average garden

2 bedrooms | Private entrance | Enclosed rear garden | UPVC double glazing

2 bedrooms | UPVC double glazing | Ground floor shower room

Westbourne office | 01202 767633 | westbourne@winkworth.co.uk

TALBOT WOODS

£825,000

TALBOT WOODS

£499,950

TALBOT WOODS

£550,000

An imposing detached character house which has undergone extensive refurbishment.

An exceptionally well presented detached bungalow enjoying versatile accommodation throughout.

A detached family home, which is well presented throughout situated in a popular residential location.

5 Bedrooms | 3 Reception rooms | 3 Bathrooms | Double garage

3 Bedrooms | 2 Reception rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Immaculate front and rear gardens

3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 3 Reception rooms | Double garage

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Branksome Park ÂŁ465,000 A ground floor apartment with a lovely garden, on a quiet road overlooking Branksome Chine and just a short walk to the beach Three double bedrooms | two bathrooms | sitting room | kitchen/dining room | wide hallway | lovely private garden | driveway parking | planning permission for garage at rear | freehold for whole house

Boscombe ÂŁ185,000 An immaculately presented ground floor apartment overlooking the promenade and beach at Boscombe.

Double bedroom | bathroom | living room leading to kitchen | large private terrace | parking space | 24 hour concierge | gym | NHBC warranty

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Mudeford ÂŁ995,000 A modern home in a prime waterside location with spectacular views of Christchurch Harbour.

Three bedrooms | three bathrooms | kitchen/dining room | sitting room | garden room | utility room | roof terrace and south facing balcony with superb views | glass lift to all floors | two separate garages | off-street parking | over 2000 sq ft

Boscombe ÂŁ399,950 A spacious second floor south facing apartment with sea views, set in a gated and desirable development.

Two bedrooms | two bathrooms | large open plan kitchen/sitting room | south facing balcony | two underground parking spaces | secure storage area

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HENGISTBURY HEAD - £425,000 UPTON - £350,000 The Chantry

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SANDFORD- £400,000

The Chantry is one of three secluded detached properties close to the sea & beaches. Accessed via a private road privacy is a key feature. Three double bedrooms (master ensuite), light & spacious living spaces, integral garage. Internal viewing is highly recommended. Close to the ever popular Hengistbury Head nature reserve and St Katharines school catchment.

In brief the property comprises, 4 bedrooms, large 15’8 x 12’7 kitchen/breakfast room, 18’11 x 11’8 lounge/diner, conservatory and en-suite to master bedroom. The property also benefits from having a garage and off road parking and is renown for having both good infant and junior schools and is within the catchment of Lytchett Minster Upper School.

Imposing family home in the village of Sandford, Wareham. The accommodation comprises five double bedrooms, 24ft lounge, separate dining room, modern kitchen, with utility, conservatory, two en-suites, family bathroom, downstairs cloakroom, attached double garage plus and detached single garage.

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BRANKSOME PARK - £449,950

LANGTON MATRAVERS - £249,950 LITTLEDOWN -OIEO £330,000 Village living

Versatile chalet style home

Occupying a superb location within Branksome Park the site offers exclusive houses in one of the best locations on the South Coast to wonderful coastal vistas. In a level position the properties offer excellent access to the exclusive Westbourne Shopping centre, together with the delights of Branksome Chine and of course the Sandbanks Harbour and Millionaires Row. beyond the immediate Locality a car journey will provide the wonders of the New Forest or going west, the sailing Olympic Town of Weymouth.

Set in the lovely village of Langton Matravers, partway between historic Corfe Castle and the popular seaside resort of Swanage, is this Purbeck stone semi-detached cottage, currently being marketed by Goadsby’s Swanage branch.

The accommodation on offer includes a sitting room, dining room/bedroom, kitchen, utility and cloakroom to the ground floor, whilst to the first floor there are three bedrooms and a bathroom with separate cloakroom.

YOUhome® are delighted to offer for sale this deceptively spacious and versatile detached, chalet-style property, occupying a generous mature plot in Littledown's premier tree-lined avenue. Littledown Avenue itself lies host to a diverse range of detached properties mainly constructed circa. 1930's. Characteristic of this road are the generous sized plots on which the properties are positioned. Further benefits include gas heating, double-glazing, summerhouse with light and power, security alarm system to name but a few.

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For many people, choosing a holiday home requires several vital criteria - accessibility being high on the list. Yet for Patrizio Fradiani, an Italian-born architect now living in the USA, the reverse was true. “I’ve lived in Chicago for ten years, and wanted to find a meaningful place in Italy as a vacation escape,” he says.

Patrizio and his partner, Mark Steinberg, a psychotherapist, had been holidaying in Tuscany for years, so concentrated their search on the surroundings area. “We were looking for a property with great potential and at a low price,” says Patrizio. “We looked at hundreds – but when we found Podere Palazzo, it felt unique.” Located just at the junction of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio, it is less than two hours’ drive from Rome, Patrizio’s original home town.

In the soothing, grown-up sitting room, the two giant contemporary sofas, upholstered in a wool blend soft green, are from the Blokone series, and the coffee tables from the Kubic series, all by Desiree. The proportions had to be big in order to balance the dominant chestnut-beamed ceiling. The rug is Flokati from Ikea.

In the soothing, grown-up sitting room, the two giant contemporary sofas, upholstered in a wool blend soft green, are from the Blokone series, and the coffee tables from the Kubic series, all by Desiree. The proportions had to be big in order to balance the dominant chestnut-beamed ceiling. The rug is Flokati from Ikea.

For a first-time visitor to Podere Palazzo, the directions take you along windy rural roads, then suddenly – after glimpsing two Roman pines – you turn up the drive and it comes into view. The eighteenth century stone farmhouse sits in four acres of land, and enjoys uninterrupted views of the rolling countryside for miles around. Although newly renovated – the pair bought the house in 2005, and work was completed in 2007 – the house was a ruin when Patrizio and Mark first saw it, and had been abandoned since the 1950s. “The roof was barely there and the first floor didn’t exist,” says Patrizio. “But we could see that the location was truly magical.”

Patrizio, whose architectural practice Studio F is based in Chicago, is well known for creating ultra modern urban apartments and city houses. This project, with its simple,

rural bare bones, was a challenge. He was keen to use local craftspeople and indigenous materials, to maintain the spirit of the house, but to introduce modern elements, too. “Mark and I had stayed in upmarket rental places in Tuscany and were often disappointed, either because they were shabby, or done in a fake rustic style,” says Patrizio. He had a clear vision to “work with the old, and infuse it with the new”. The floors throughout are terracotta, handmade with local clay, and the locally sourced chestnut beams, while new, were cut by hand to resemble the originals. Walls are off-white, using an organic water and lime base paint, and windows and doors were made locally. Patrizio laughs. “The grey-green paint was the best of 20 samples – I wanted to reproduce an old colour traditionally used in the southern part of Tuscany.”

In the quiet “library” zone, twin contemporary chaise longues, and the coffee tables, both from the Blokon collection, are from Desiree.

The chaise longues are upholstered in a finetextured velvet. The simple bookshelves are from Ikea, as are the white linen curtains and the Flokati rugs. The idea of the area was to create “a quiet place to convene with friends.”

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Visitors to the 4000-square-foot house find a flowing, sociable layout, which is at once intimate and yet generously proportioned.

“I’ve organized the space around focal points, and created as many vistas as possible through every window,” says Patrizio. Entering first through the front door, you pass through a capacious sitting room, then – via an interconnecting dining room and quieter seating zone - round through the hall to the kitchen, and then out through double doors to a portico. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms and three bathrooms, accessed by a particularly eye-catching modern staircase. This was designed by Patrizio, fabricated off-site and delivered in a single piece. “A whole portion of the window had to be unframed to get it in!” says Patrizio. The crude iron has been coated with a single layer of acrylic paint, specifically designed to age with subtle gradations in colour and patina.

Faced with furnishing an entire house – and by long-distance - Patrizio chose to follow the watchwords of “beauty and budget”.

He is a lover of classic American and Italian furniture, and so chose iconic designs that won’t date, all bought in Italy. Practicality and maintenance were another issue. Because Podere Palazzo is available to rent as a holiday home, Patrizio has ensured that all the sofas, chairs and headboards have removable loose covers, and curtains throughout are unlined white linen. He admits that the furnishing was the “fun part”, but that it was a complex job. “I’ll sit up all night worrying what colour to have on a sofa,” he says. “Most people go to one store – I’ll ask what is available in the world!!” His favourite piece of furniture is the giant dining room table, which he had made from the scaffolding boards left over after the house renovations. “The contractor thought I was nuts, but we got them cut to the correct size, then my brother-in-law and I assembled, cleaned and sanded them.”

The kitchen is designed to allow friends to cook together, so a central island unit allows for plenty of circulation. The worktop is made from local travertine, and there are no wall cupboards in order to keep the look clean and simple.

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The vast dining room table was custom-made at the end of the project, using the scaffolding boards from the house renovation. The chairs are classic Eames DSX designs, produced by Vitra, and the pendant lamps are by Fontana Arte. A built-in banquette, complete with striped cushions, provides more seating.

In front of the simple fireplace, there are two armchairs designed by Paola Navone, by Gervasoni. The standard lamp is Constanza

by Luceplan. From the bedroom, steps lead down the exterior of the house to the garden.

In summer, there is a ceiling fan to improve ventilation.

In one of the guest bedrooms, a giant bed has been upholstered in bright orange, teamed with bedside tables by Bosca Arredi in white lacquer. The striped rug is Moroccan.

The shower rooms/bathrooms have been designed to be luxuriously big. This one combines a deluge shower, complete with a pebble floor, and twin Simas basins. The shower fittings are all by Paini. A sandblasted glass screen offers privacy, while greenpainted shutters filter the light.

It can’t be easy to mastermind a European project from the other side of the Atlantic, but Patrizio kept firm tabs on the schedule.

“During the build phase, I went over every two months for a few days, as I wanted to follow the works closely,” he says. But he also got a friend, based locally, to project-manage on a weekly basis. Now the project is complete, he and Mark decamp to Podere Palazzo for a month every summer, and then visit for another week in November or December. They have even spent Christmas here with friends.

“In summer we also love to have friends – but we always save one week just for us,” says Patrizio.

Precisely because the house is designed to be shared with friends, the design is clean and simple, but with an air of quiet luxury, too. Life in the kitchen revolves around an over-sized island unit, with stools to pull up, and from here, double doors lead onto a generously sized portico, with an exterior wood-burning fireplace and a giant table surrounded by iconic Verner Panton dining chairs. Upstairs, it is the bathrooms that are the real tour de force. Patrizio believes bathrooms should be tranquil oases, and has skilfully mixed modern and traditional elements. While in one, a Philippe Starck bathtub sits beneath a romantic chandelier, bought from a flea market, in another, there is a giant shower, with a deluge showerhead and pebbles underfoot.

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Set down a level from the villa itself is the infinity pool. Looking out across the pool there are views towards the town of Trevinano, which has a castle at the tip of it. The original 2500-year-old town is said to have been Etruscan.

It is always a tricky task, when planning a holiday house, to create a suitable balance between homely ambience, and a design that is also sufficiently low maintenance.

With great skill, Patrizio has created the perfect mix. “The house is a blend of things that are personal to us, and our life,” he says. Bookshelves are lined with books and decorative possessions and even the bespoke cushion covers – “all 65 of them!” – were brought over in stages, stuffed into suitcases.

Now, Patrizio and Mark feel thoroughly at home. “After three years, we know everyone in the community,” Patrizio says. “When I come back to visit, word goes round that the “American architect” is back. But they forget that I’m from Rome!”

Podere Palazzo is available to rent at www.poderepalazzo.com

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Two Double Bedrooms Ground Floor Flat ORP & Private Garden 21 Ft Lounge/Diner Walking Distance To Beach

Four Bedroom Detached House Two Reception Rooms Down Stairs Cloakroom & Conservatory Detached Garage & Secluded Rear Garden Off Road Parking For Several Vehicles

Characterful Top Floor Flat One Double Bedroom Fitted Kitchen & Large Lounge Ample Storage First Come First Serve ORP

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Poole £375,000

Hamworthy £325,000

Upton £730,000

Poole £180,000

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Beautifully Refurbished & Extended 5 Bedrooms Split Over Ground & 1st Floor Very Large Open Plan Lounge/Diner New Kitchen With Separate Utility Room Bathroom & 2 Shower Rooms (1 ensuite)

Call Poole on 01202 673977

4 Bedroom Detached House Fully Fitted Kitchen/Breakfast Room & Lounge Separate Dining Room And Conservatory Benefits From Double Garage Off Road Parking For 3 Cars.

Call Poole on 01202 673977

The property is located on a private road Views towards Lytchett Bay 4 bedrooms and 2 reception rooms Under floor heating Detached double garage

Call Poole on 01202 673977

3 Bedroom Semi Detached House Large 23’3 Lounge / Diner Modern Fitted Kitchen And Bathroom Good Sized Rear Garden ORP For 2 Cars

Call Poole on 01202 673977

*With a Homewise Lifetime Lease. Subject to property criteria and applicant status

Aged 60 or over? Huge discounts* on all our properties. Ask for details.

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Hurry - just 9 apartments remaining at Poole Quarter from only £117,600!* Located just 2.5 miles from Sandbanks

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Poole Quarter

Newfoundland Drive | Poole | Dorset | BH15 1YE

Marketing Suite & Show Homes open daily 10am to 5pm Email: poolequarter@crestnicholson.com

www.crestnicholson.com/poolequarter

Selling Agent: Connells 01202 673 977

0870 751 0476

*Figure represents 80% of the purchase price to be financed now. 5% deposit to be paid by purchaser. Full prices start from £147,000. EasyBuy is only available on selected properties and is not available in conjunction with any other offer. The remaining 20% of the price is left outstanding as a loan for up to 10 years secured by a second mortgage. You pay 0% interest pa fixed on the outstanding 20% for the first 5 years and only 3% interest pa (typical 3.00% APR) thereafter. EasyBuy is subject to status and Crest Nicholson’s terms and conditions, including exchange of contracts within 28 days, legal completion by the specified date and 5% deposit required on exchange of contracts. Written details available on request. Crest Nicholson does not sell mortgages or give financial advice. EasyBuy offer is based on a mortgage using Crest Nicholson’s recommended IFA. Offer ends 30th November 2011. Prices correct at time of going to press. Photography taken at Poole Quarter. View of Poole Harbour. Crest Nicholson South, a division of Crest Nicholson Operations Limited, Crest House, Pyrcroft Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9GN.

YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT.

01202 700888 01202 700771

lilliput@keydrummond.com 266 Sandbanks Road, Lilliput Poole BH14 8HA sales@keydrummond.com 19 Haven Road, Canford Cliffs, Poole, BH13 7LE

A rare and unique opportunity to purchase this ground and first floor three bedroom duplex maisonette being close proximity to beach and Canford Cliffs village. The apartment boasts 1500 sq ft approx (including garage) of accommodation consisting of kitchen/breakfast room,dining room/bedroom three, lounge/dining room, south facing sun room, integral garage with courtesy door to apartment and parking.

Please call 01202 700771 for further details. Visit our website www.keydrummond.com or scan the QR code below to view the property particulars.

CANFORD CLIFFS – WALKING DISTANCE TO THE BEACH AND VILLAGE

PRICE GUIDE

£350,000

A spacious five bedroom family home having been extensively refurbished over recent years with accommodation over three floors.

The property benefits from a large kitchen/family room, utility shower room, separate lounge, large South Westerly rear garden with gated access to rear to Lilliput school.

Off road parking and a quiet culde-sac location.

Please call 01202 700771 for further details. Visit our website www.keydrummond.com or scan the QR code below to view the property particulars.

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£895,000 www.keydrummond.com

AG SOL EN E TS

paulwatts QUEENS PARK £485,000

AG SOL EN E TS

• Beautifully presented 1920s home • Sympathetically refurbished to create very stylish 4 bedroom family home • Large lounge with feature fireplace and door to small period conservatory • 3 dbl bedrooms, 1 single and 2 bathrooms • Very pretty garden and 29’ long garage • VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

QUEENS PARK £575,000 • What a great location!

• Gated development of just 3 executive homes off cul-de-sac • Individual 4 bed home with airy feel • Super large en suite master bedroom • Large and very secluded garden • Garage and lots of parking space • OFFERED WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN

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AG SOL EN E TS

paulwatts THROOP VILLAGE £450,000

AG SOL EN E TS

• Great blend of original character and modern style • Extended/updated period 3 bedroom cottage • Lots of living space, including large lounge with inglenook and fabulous conservatory • Large swimming pool and sunny garden with open outlook • RURAL STYLE WITHIN EASY REACH OF TOWN

CHARMINSTER £295,000 • Home full of character and charm • Dating from early 1900s and retaining features such as woodblock flooring • Heart of the home is the dining room opening through to kitchen • 2 large double beds, single + bed 4/study • Garden has sunny southerly aspect • GREAT FAMILY HOME – NO CHAIN

01202 524252 www.paulwatts.co.uk info@paulwatts.co.uk 379-381 Charminster Road, BOURNEMOUTH, BH8 9QT

DREAM HOME A home of discreet charm and individuality.

Extended and updated, although the front appearance might suggest the more modest proportions of a cottage, there is plenty of room both inside and out. The owners of this fine Queens Park house have opted for a more open-plan feel to the main living space, which is divided into 3 distinct areas and they say its a great arrangement for entertaining.

A more casual ambience will be found in the conservatory, which leads off the kitchen/breakfast room. Doors lead out to a secluded patio next to it which is a very sheltered spot to enjoy the sun or have a BBQ. The main bedroom is at the rear of the house, with built-in wardrobes and a super size en suite bathroom, and there are 3 other bedrooms and a family bathroom.

As the property is elevated from the road, this gives a very pleasant outlook over a wooded area opposite, and provides space for a very useful basement garage.

Indian sandstone steps lead up to the house.

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£495,000 Possibly leaving the best until last, the house has such a lovely rear garden. Its a good size by local standards and is very well planted, especially a large and colourful rockery next to the house – keen gardeners please form an orderly queue!

The Queens Park area of Bournemouth has always been popular with families, and with a good selection of local schools, and excellent sports and leisure facilities, it’s easy to see why. It’s a short walk from the house to Queens Park Golf Course, and Fitness First, David English and Littledown are all nearby sports centres.

For local shopping, restaurants, etc. cosmopolitan Charminster Road is not too far, and there are several routes into the town centre and to the beach.

FEATURES • • • •

Delightful large rear garden 4 bedrooms, 1 en suite Versatile ground floor space Large basement garage

• Popular Queens Park avenue • Short walk to golf course

CONTACT PAUL WATTS ESTATE AGENTS 01202 524252 45

— WINTER TIPS —

IT’S BLEEDING FREEZING— HOW TO BLEED A RADIATOR With temperatures below freezing and set to drop even further, it is essential to make sure that your radiators are heating your home as effectively as possible. So if the top of your radiator feels cooler than the bottom, then it needs bleeding to get rid of trapped air that is causing the cool spot. However, you shouldn’t need to do this regularly, if you do then, you have a problem with air getting trapped in the system and a professional plumber should be called in.

Time required: Approx 5 mins Skill Level: Easy Cost: £1.50 for a radiator key Equipment needed: Radiator key, cloth STEP 1 Firstly make sure any thermostatic radiator valves are opened fully, including heated towel rails, then run your heating system for ten minutes, then turn off the system.

Put the radiator key into the radiator valve, which is usually in one of the top corners of the radiator, then slowly turn the key anti-clockwise. Use the cloth to catch any dripping water.

STEP 2 If the radiator does have trapped air inside, then you will hear a hissing sound as it escapes through the valve. As soon as water begins to drip out, turn the key clockwise to close the va;ve and wipe away any water.

STEP 3 Repeat for each radiator in the system. Be careful not to open the valves more than necessary. Often air pockets will only occur in a couple of radiators. Switch on the heating and check that none of the valves are dripping. Tighten any valves, if necessary.

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TOP TIPS 1. Cold spots at the bottom of a radiator indicate a likelihood of a build up of rust and sludge that is collecting at the bottom of the radiator. Often this chemical reaction will produce a gas that will cause larger cold spots. If this is the case, a heating expert will need to flush the radiators.

2. If you plan to leave the house empty for a long period of time, either leave the heating on low to prevent pipes freezing, or alternatively drain the central heating system.

3. Bleed radiators at least once a year to release any trapped air in the system.

4 . Some systems have an automatic release valve.

This usually has a small red top which should be slack to enable the air to be released.

5 . If your radiators appear to be cooler in some areas of the house than others, then they are not properly balanced. It is likely that the radiators nearest to the boiler are taking more hot water than they ought to. You will need to call in a heating engineer to rectify the problem.

Recipe TURKISH RICE PILAFF WITH CHICK PEAS & APRICOTS INGREDIENTS

METHOD

1 tbsp olive oil 1 essential Waitrose Medium Onion, finely sliced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tbsp essential Waitrose Tomato Puree 300g basmati rice 600ml vegetable stock or water 400g can essential Waitrose Chick Peas, drained 100g Wholesome Soft Apricots, snipped into pieces 2 tbsp flaked almonds 20g pack fresh coriander, chopped

1 Heat the oil in a flameproof casserole, add the onion and garlic and cook over a gentle heat for 3 minutes until soft and golden, stirring regularly. Stir in the cinnamon and tomato puree and cook for a minute. Stir in the rice until coated in the oil. Add the stock or cold water, season and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer gently for 12 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.

serves 4 takes 35 mins

2 Add the chick peas, apricots and almonds, re-cover and cook gently for a further 5 minutes until the rice is tender then stir in the chopped coriander and serve.

Recipe courtesy of Waitrose. More than 5,000 recipes can be found at www.waitrose.com.

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£419,000

CANFORD CLIFFS

MORICONIUM QUAY

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9,500 sq ft including six beds and swimming pool Bespoke finishes throughout Highly prestigious location, 100m private drive

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Spacious garden apartment with garage & parking Outer Marina berth Excellent marina and harbour views

£749,950

£599,950

HEART OF LILLIPUT

LILLIPUT

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Remodelled and refurbished Contemporary four bed accommodation Lilliput School Catchment

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Beautifully presented cottage-style house Near to Parkstone Golf Club Attractive, secluded garden

£379,850

OIEO £350,000

EVENING HILL

LOWER PARKSTONE

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Modernisation required – priced to sell Spacious three bed accommodation Sun room and garage

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Spacious four bed accommodation Requires modernisation Court Hill & Baden Powell catchment areas

For all enquiries please contact our Westbourne office

01202 757555 maysestateagents.com

£479,999

OIRO £625,000

WESTBOURNE

TALBOT WOODS

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Detached coach house, set in grounds of Edwardian residence Three bedrooms, master with en-suite Open plan living area, conservatory Private garden

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Character home on a corner plot Living room with views over garden Four bedrooms, master with en-suite, conservatory Double garage

Offers Over £650,000

£425,000

TALBOT WOODS

WESTBOURNE

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Home for entertaining Four bedrooms, master suite with dressing room 35’ sun conservatory, double length garage NO FORWARD CHAIN

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Views over Bournemouth Pleasure Gardens Well-presented three bedroom family home Lounge/dining room, kitchen/lifestyle room NO FORWARD CHAIN

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PLOT SIX

SANDBOURNE Sandbourne Road, Alum Chine, Bournemouth BH4 8JH PLOT SIX: offers over ÂŁ750,000

Clifftop Luxury Sandbourne offers a rare opportunity to acquire an architect designed home on the cliff top in the quiet residential area of Branksome Dene adjoining Alum Chine.

The development sits minutes away from the beautiful beach at Alum Chine and the remainder of Poole Bay is within easy reach.This high specification house has four bedrooms, with first and second floor south facing balconies with sea views, private garden and garaging.

SUPERB HOLIDAY HOME POTENTIAL | PART EXCHANGE CONSIDERED

Sole Agent

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clearwater.co Westbourne

£479,950

• Character 3 / 4 Bed 7 Year Old Coach House • Large South Westerly Aspect Private Garden • En-suite to Master Bedroom • Conservatory • Excellent Location Close to Beaches

Lower Parkstone

• 3 Bed Semi Detached House • Excellently Presented Throughout • Lawned Front and Rear Gardens • Off Road Parking for 2 Cars • Between Ashley Cross and Penn Hill

01202 738 338

Lower Parkstone

£299,000

• 4 Double Bed 1930’s Chalet Style Bungalow.

• In Good Order Throughout • Garage & South facing rear garden • On an Elevated Peak in Alexandra Park • Court Hill and Baden Powell Catchment

£725,000

• A Substantial 4 Bedroom Family House • 2 Bath / Shower Rooms • Good Sized Enclosed West Facing Garden • Completely Refurbished With Contemporary Finish • Integrated Single Garage & Ample Parking

Lower Parkstone

133 Penn Hill Avenue Poole, Dorset, BH14 9LY info@clearwater.co www.clearwater.co

Lower Parkstone

£294,950

• 3 Bedroom Semi Detached House • Completely Renovated in Recent Years • Exceptionally Large South Facing Rear Garden • Double Length Kitchen / Breakfast Room • Ample Off Road Car Parking

£350,000

Lower Parkstone

• Stunning Panoramic Harbour Views • 3 Double Bed / 3 Bath Apartment • Exceptionally Spacious Approx 1,650 sq ft • Large Area of Decked Garden to Rear • Garage With Electric Doors

£370,000

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FROM £245,000

Stunning development of 2 and 3 bedroom luxury, high spec apartments each with either a large terrace or balcony. ,Additional benefits include - high gloss luxury kitchens with stainless steel beaded edge “lechner” work surfaces, contemporary ceramic floor tiles in kitchens, bathrooms & shower-rooms. Zebrano vanity units, residents bike store, communal satellite.

SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION

£525,000

GARDEN APARTMENT

£249,950

A very well presented purpose built ground floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom garden apartment within walking distance of the ever popular ashley cross village. Modern fitted kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite, private pear garden, allocated parking, gas fired central heating and upvc double glazing, integrated appliances. Sought after location.

QUIET CUL-DE-SAC

£389,950

A substantial, extended four bedroom, three reception detached family home. Situated in a popular established road in Lower Parkstone. Courthill & baden powell school catchment area, 3 reception rooms, conservatory, large private south westerly facing garden, seasonal harbour views. Viewing highly recomended.

A beautifully presented 3 double bedroom 2 /3 reception room detached family home situated in this exclusive sought after culde-sac.. Garage and driveway, large sunny south westerly rear garden, study /third reception room, rear extension providing further living space, downstairs cloakroom, comprehensively fitted kitchen, utility room, elevated outlook over poole.

ASHLEY CROSS

LOWER PARKSTONE £575,000 & £585,000

£163,950

A modern well presented 2 bedroom first floor apartment, within a short walk of ashley cross. 17’8 Lounge/ dining room, modern replacement kitchen, off road parking, popular & comvenient location, ample storage, gas central heating (new boiler 2010), ideal first time buy/ investment/second home, viewing reccommended.

01202 778855

HARBOUR VIEWS

£375,000

A luxury 2 double bedroom 2 bathroom 3rd floor apartment located in lower parkstone. Additional features include underground garaging, balcony, communal terrace, 18’9 x 10’8 lounge/ diner, luxury bathroom and shower suites, kitchen with built in appliances, shared freehold, utility cupboard, air induction system throughout the flat.

POOLE PARK

£449,950

A 4 /5 bedroom 2 reception room detached family home having undergone extensive refurbishment and extension in recent years yet retaining many original features. Mature secluded rear garden, garage, 2 bedrooms/office on second floor, 2 en-suite bathrooms, semi open plan kitchen/dining room, fitted kitchen, downstairs wc. No forward chain.

A choice of two stunning, brand new luxury four bedroom three bathroom architecturally unusual detached houses, built to a high quality finish and located. Luxury kitchen with built in neff appliances and mistral seemless granite work surfaces, underfloor heating throughout ground floor, luxury bathroom suites with vanity units and high quality tiling,.

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• Two Double Bedrooms ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ • Balcony ✦ ✦ • Two Bathrooms ✦ ✦ ✦✦✦

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Kinson £239,950 • • •

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Westbourne £300,000 • ✦ •✦ ✦• ✦

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Recently Refurbished ✦Two receptions ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦Three bedrooms ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦✦✦

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Vale Road £115,000

Bournemouth 01202 789 699

East Cliff £189,950

Semi detached house ✦ ✦ ✦ Ideal buy to let ✦Two bedrooms ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦✦

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Two Double Bedroom ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ End of✦ Terrace✦ House ✦ Off Road ✦ ✦ Parking

Bournemouth 01202 789 699

Winton £175,000 • • •

Boscombe £110,000 • Two ✦ Bedrooms ✦ ✦ • Lounge ✦ ✦ • Separate ✦ ✦ Kitchen ✦

Springbourne £143,950 • • •

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Town Centre £129,950 • Two ✦ Bedrooms ✦ ✦ ✦ • Off Road Parking ✦ ✦ • Share✦ of Freehold ✦

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Boscombe Manor • • •

Sea Views!! ✦ ✦ Bedrooms ✦ Three ✦ Two Bathrooms ✦ ✦

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• Two✦ Double Bedrooms ✦ ✦ • First ✦Floor✦Purpose Built • Ideal✦ Buy To✦ Let✦

Alum Chine £129,950 • One Double ✦ Bedroom ✦ ✦ • Own ✦ Private ✦ Entrance ✦ ✦ ✦ • Share✦ of Freehold ✦ ✦

Bournemouth 01202 789 699

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Talbot Woods £160,000

Talbot Woods £174,950

• Character ✦ ✦ ✦Garden Apartment • 22ft✦ x 17ft✦ Lounge ✦ ✦ ✦ • Garage ✦ ✦+ Off Road ✦ Parking

• CHAIN FREE!! ✦ ✦ • First Floor Flat ✦ ✦ • Two Double Bedrooms ✦ ✦ ✦

Bournemouth 01202 789 699

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD • FREE VALUATIONS ✦ ✦ • Tel: 01202 512520 ✦ ✦ • FREE ✦VALUATIONS ✦

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Hill View £274,950 • STUNNING!! ✦ • Detached Family Home ✦ ✦ • Three Bedrooms ✦ ✦

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Boscombe Spa £435,000 • Three Double Bedrooms • Two 30ft✦ Balconies, Sea View ✦ Spaces • Two Parking ✦ ✦

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Eastcliff £299,950 • Panoramic Sea Views ✦ ✦ ✦ • Three Double Bedrooms ✦ • Allocated Off Road Parking ✦

Bournemouth 01202 789 699

Queens Park £599,995 • Detached House, Dble gge ✦ ✦ En-suite • Five bedrooms, ✦ (14.5m) ✦ ✦ • 48ft det outbuilding ✦ ✦

Bournemouth 01202 789 699

A well presented New Forest cottage with south and west facing gardens.

A bright and spacious ground floor flat recently refurbished.

Drawing Room | Kitchen/Diner | Sitting Room | Utility Room | Four Bedrooms Family Bathroom | Off Road Parking | Detached Garage

Sitting Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Two Double Bedrooms | Bathroom Garage in Block | Communal Gardens | Walking Distance of the Village Centre

EMERY DOWN, LYNDHURST £650,000 Freehold

BROCKENHURST £277,500 Freehold

Spacious chalet style house in a quiet cul-de-sac convenient for local shops.

Charming conversion of a former Victorian coach house and stable block.

Living Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Utility Room | Study | Four Bedrooms Luxurious Bathroom and Shower Room | Integral Double Garage

Main House with One/Two Reception Rooms | Three/Four Bedrooms | Lawned Garden and Courtyard Garden | Separate One Bedroom Tower Apartment

RINGWOOD £375,000 Freehold

OSSEMSLEY £595,000 Freehold

Spacious and well presented detached property situated on a secluded plot.

Family home set in beautiful gardens in excess of half an acre.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Sitting Room | Dining Room | Conservatory Study/Bedroom Five | Four Bedrooms | Off Road Parking | Detached Studio

Open Plan Dining Room/Sitting Room | Five Bedrooms | Drawing Room Kitchen | Utility Room | Family Bathroom and Two En-Suites | Double garage

BROCKENHURST £675,000 Freehold

AVON CASTLE £765,000 Freehold

Brockenhurst Office:

T. 01590 622551

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T. 01425 404088

Ringwood Office:

T. 01425 462600

The London Office:

T. 020 7839 0888

An impressive detached house with approximately 2 acres of paddocks.

Delightful home with spacious accommodation situated on a secluded plot.

Four Reception Rooms | Study | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Five Bedrooms | Three En-Suites | Triple Garage Complex | Landscaped Garden | Stable Block

Sitting Room | Dining Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Sun Lounge | Four Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | Double Garage | Gardens of Approx. 0.5 Acre

WOODGREEN £995,000 Freehold

BURLEY £835,000 Freehold

Detached Victorian Farmhouse with approximately 2 acres of paddocks.

A detached chalet style property with a self contained one bedroom annexe.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Two Reception Rooms | Four Bedrooms | Pool Outbuildings | Annexe | Approx. 2 Acres | Garage/Workshop | Stable Block

Sitting Room | Dining Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Conservatory | Two Double Bedrooms | Self Contained Annexe | Garage | Gardens

GODSHILL £750,000 Freehold

BROCKENHURST £429,950 Freehold

Modern, semi detached village house convenient for forest and station.

Detached, Victorian cottage in a plot of 1/3 acre in an idyllic location.

Sitting Room | Kitchen | Downstairs Cloakroom | Conservatory | Landing | Two Double Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | Patio Garden | Garage In A Nearby Block

Sun Lounge | Sitting Room | Dining Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Study Three Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | Office/Bedroom Four | Garage/Workshop

BROCKENHURST £259,950 Freehold

BURLEY £760,000 Freehold

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• 4 Bedroom house, 2 en-suite bathrooms, 3 receptions & sunroom

• 4 Bedroom home with 2 bathrooms and 2 receptions

• Situated in extremely sought after location

• Modern kitchen with utility room and conservatory

• Good size secluded gardens approaching 1/3 acre • Double garage and off road parking for numerous vehicles

VIEWING A MUST

WAREHAM

Tel: 01929 552206

• Separate 1 bedroom annex with reception room • Secure gated home with heated pool and garaging ANNEXE POTENTIAL

£650,000

• Superb character 4 bedroom home with south facing gardens • Picture perfect Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Dual aspect living room, downstairs study and impressive hallway • Immaculate gardens with detached garage

TALBOT WOODS

Tel: 01202 544666

£595,000

• Simply incredible modern luxurious home • A contemporary 5 bedroom detached house with exceptional, flexible living space • Sought after location falling into the exclusive Lilliput First School Catchment • Close to the beaches of Sandbanks and the shores of Poole Harbour

BEAUTIFUL SOUTH FACING HOME

CANFORD CLIFFS

Tel: 01202 701616

£795,000

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LOWER PARKSTONE

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£899,950

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• Spacious 4 bedroom apartment with panoramic sea views

• Large bungalow on generous plot with secluded rear garden

• Nestled on the clifftop in Canford Cliffs Village

• Requires modernisation throughout with fantastic scope

• In need of some refurbishment • Exclusive block of just 4 apartments • Must be sold – just reduced

UNBELIEVABLE SEA VIEWS

• 3 beds, living room, dining room, study and kitchen/breakfast room • Integral double garage & parking for numerous vehicles

CANFORD CLIFFS

Tel: 01202 701616

POPULAR RESIDENTIAL LOCATION

£575,000

WEST PARLEY

Tel: 01202 895511

£389,950

• Well proportioned 4 bedroom detached family home

• Modern detached family home situated close to Moors Valley

• Popular village location with secluded gardens

• 5 Generous sized bedrooms with master en-suite

• Integral garage plus further detached garage/workshop

• Living room, Dining room, spacious conservatory and kitchen/diner

• Generous size throughout with scope for improvement

• Double integral garage and ample parking

NO FORWARD CHAIN

WEST MOORS

Tel: 01202 895511

£369,950

IDEAL FAMILY HOME

VERWOOD

Tel: 01202 827333 OIRO

£350,000

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• Fully refurbished 4 double bedroom family bungalow

• Luxurious modern residence offering privacy

• Within walking distance to Moors valley and Potterne Park

• Contemporary kitchen, 3 reception rooms 4 beds (2 en-suites), swimming pool, Jacuzzi

• Master en-suite shower room and modern family bathroom

• Double garage, self contained studio, 1 acre grounds

• Lounge/diner with duel fuel feature fireplace and spacious Kitchen

• Ideal B & B or self contained annexe

BEAUTIFULLY REFURBISHED

VERWOOD

Tel: 01202 827333

SUPERB PRESENTATION

NORTH GORLEY

Tel: 01425 656666

£675,000

£309,950

• Exceptionally well presented, & spacious accommodation

• Well presented family home in sought after area

• 5 bedrooms, master and guest bedrooms with en-suite

• Sitting room, dining room, kitchen/ breakfast room

• Luxury family bathroom, and fully fitted kitchen/dining room

• Gas fired central heating, UPVC double glazing

• Ample parking, detached garage & secluded garden

• Double carport and single garage.

SOUGHT AFTER SCHOOL CATCHMENT

BROADSTONE

Tel: 01202 692145

£575,000

NO FORWARD CHAIN

MOORDOWN

Tel: 01202 537333

£325,000

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• Spacious 5 Bedroom house, 2 bathrooms, 3 receptions

• Select development of beachside, luxury 4 bedroom townhouses

• Situated in extremely sought after culde-sac

• Final 3 homes remaining, including one with south facing garden

• Good size secluded gardens

• Superb finish, prime Branksome Park location

• Detached double garage and off road parking

OFFERS INVITED

RINGWOOD

Tel: 01425 479283

• Price just dramatically reduced – act now!

PART EXCHANGE CONSIDERED

BRANKSOME PARK

Tel: 01202 701616 FROM

£469,500

£449,950

• Extended 4 bedroom house with outbuilding/studio

• Character 3 bedroom 2 bathroom family home

• En-suite to master bedroom, large driveway and double garage

• 2 reception rooms, conservatory and large garden

• Good size gardens occupying approximately 1/3 of an acre

• Separate 1 bedroom self contained annexe • Annexe with additional lounge, kitchen, utility and shower room

• Stunning views over surrounding countryside VIEWING RECOMMENDED

MAIDEN NEWTON

Tel: 01305 264500 OIEO

£250,000

NEW INSTRUCTION

BEARCROSS

Tel: 01202 544666

£349,950

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Requiring Modernisation

POOLE QUAY

Sought After Gated Development

• 3 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms • Split level flat with no forward chain • Large reception, separate kitchen and parking

CASH BUYERS ONLY | £142,250 BLANDFORD

01258 489049

Situated on the Desirable Queens Road • No forward chain • 2 Bedrooms and 2 reception rooms • Delightful views over Blandford Town • Motivated and realistic sellers

DEFINATELY ONE TO VIEW | £159,950

01202 673375

01202 673375

Reservations Now Being Taken

• 2 Double bedroom ground floor flat

• 2 & 3 bedroom mews style houses

• Immaculate accommodation & no forward chain

• Just a few steps to restaurants, bars & shops

• Allocated parking & own entrance

• Gardens & allocated parking

NO FORWARD CHAIN | £225,000 FERNDOWN

PARKSTONE

01202 895511

Renovated Throughout • 3 bed detached bungalow • Driveway and double length garage • Generous rear garden and further scope for extension – subject to planning

REDUCED TO SELL | £249,950

BRAND NEW FROM £239,950 WEST PARLEY

01202 895511

No Forward Chain • 2 double bedroom detached bungalow in culde-sac location • Easy maintenance gardens to front and rear • Internal viewing recommended

NEW PRICE | £250,000

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Quiet Location

BOSCOMBE EAST

Character Family Home

• 4 bedroom detached family home offered with no forward chain • Lounge/Diner, kitchen with appliances, utility room, DSWC

SOUTH SWANAGE

01929 425055

Close To Town and Cliff Top Walks

Brand New Family House • 3 bedrooms, modern kitchen/ dining room

• Kitchen/breakfast room, Utility

• Lounge, sunny garden, off road parking

KEEN TO SELL | £349,950 VERWOOD

01202 434300

• 3 bedrooms, 14’lounge, 14’ dining room

01202 827333

Ideal Starter Home

• Spacious 4 double bedroom first floor apartment with private parking

• Modern 2 double bedroom terrace property close to Moors valley

• Benefits kitchen/ diner, en-suite to master and private sun terrace

• Benefitting from contemporary kitchen and spacious Lounge/ diner

NEW INSTRUCTION | £320,000

BOSCOMBE EAST

• Garage & well presented rear garden

• En-suite, parking

CORNER PLOT | £299,950

01202 434300

PRICED TO SELL | £179,950

• Gas central heating, double glazing, close local shops

VIEW TODAY | £259,950 BROADSTONE

01202 692145

School Catchment Location • 2 double bedrooms, modern re-fitted kitchen & bathroom • Landscaped sunny garden, cul-de-sac location close to Trailway

NEW INSTRUCTION | £209,950

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Desirable Cul-de-sac Location

WEYMOUTH TOWN

Brand New Development Of Detached Homes

• Detached 4 bedroom family home, en-suite to master bedroom • 2 reception rooms, plus separate kitchen/dining room

MUST BE VIEWED | £320,000 RINGWOOD

01425 470283

Large Front & Rear Gardens • 3 double bedrooms and 2 new bathrooms • Substantial grounds ideal for extending stpp • Lounge/diner and separate kitchen

VENDOR SUITED | £335,000

01305 831831

01305 832021

A Superbly Situated Apartment With Sea Views

• Stunning 3 bedroom detached family homes, benefiting from 10 year NHBC guarantee

• A well presented first floor apartment situated close to the seashore at Overcombe

• Finished to a high specification throughout

• 2 double bedrooms, with master en-suite

COMING SOON | £285,000 CHARMINSTER

PRESTON

01202 537333

Modern Family Home Close To Amenities • Living room, kitchen, conservatory & study

NO FORWARD CHAIN | £220,000 WESTBOURNE

01202 767688

Sizeable Character Apartment • Unique 2 double bedroom character conversion

• Ground floor shower room & 3 double bedrooms

• Spacious lounge, kitchen/breakfast room & luxury bathroom

• Off road parking and garden

• Popular location, garage & parking

VIEW TODAY | £238,500

KEY IN OFFICE | £192,500

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s e c re t s w i t c h We love a hidden treat and this handy switch is exactly that. The Secret Passageway Switch can be used to activate a secret passageway (or turn on a lamp). When placed in a bookshelf, this electrical switch uses your favourite hard-bound book, without damaging it, to conceal its true function.

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Still the best smartphone in our eyes The iPhone just got better, with the release of the 4S and most importantly 'Siri' the ludicrously amazing virtual assistant thingy.

Honestly, ask it to do anything and sorted. Well, almost anything. iPhone 4S £499.95 on pay as you go everywhere.

s h a k e i t u p Created by Antrepo, the original Salt & Pepper Cell shakers are life like D cell replicas. Made of stainless steel and glass, the power indicators on the sides correlate to the amount of spices left in the shakers, before refill time. Available for £8.45 in Red & Turquoise or Black & white from www.amazon.co.uk. Perfect gift idea!

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Table Wars - There's only one way to entertain guests at home this Christmas and that's with one of local company 'surface tension's incredibly addictive retro gaming tables. Available in various finishes, combined with mysterious dark glass, these game tables cleverly conceal a vast playground of games such as arcade classics, PacMan; Space Invaders; Donkey Kong; Asteroids and Bubble Bobble in an elegantly handcrafted piece of furniture. The Dual is the new twoplayer head-to-head model sporting 60 classic arcade games, hand-made in the UK and comes in a variety of finishes, including real wood walnut or oak veneer. Starting at £1,999.00 the table are available from www.surface-tension.net

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HOLIDAY LETTINGS - A WHOLE NEW SEASON In holiday lettings there are two seasons summer and winter. Whilst we are keeping your income flowing with winter lets our sales staff are busy selling the summer season to maintain our impressive 90% occupancy rate. Without a good winter let the summer profits can be lost. It is good that we are the only agent to have two bran branches including the only one in the town centre. We also offer in house maintenance and laundry services, and the only agent who publish their occupancy rates. Add this to being open 7 days a week and having a manned out-of-hours contact service and you'll see that we go the extra mile. This year we successfully supplied, and vetted winter tenants for all of our holiday properties with no or minimal voids. Next year we are changing our check in service to give greater flexibility to our clients and maximize sales.

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Ashley Cross

Price £149,950

A bright first floor apartment, enjoying a pleasant outlook across ‘The Green’ and benefiting from excellent transport links with a mainline railway within walking distance · Spacious living room · Kitchen · 2 generous bedrooms · Family bathroom

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Westbourne

Price £139,950

A unique 1 bedroom apartment representing an ideal investment opportunity set in a sympathetically converted part of a Victorian townhouse · Open plan living · Kitchen with integrated appliances · Bathroom · Expansive private decked roof terrace

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create some tension Every now and then, you we come across something so cool, we just have to feature it instantly, when it’s created by a local company, we love it even more. We’ve fallen head over heels this week for the new table from local company ‘surface tension’. Not just any table mind you, this bespoke arcade coffee table is designed to discreetly bring the finest contemporary entertainment to the heart of your living space. Available in various finishes, combined with mysterious dark glass, these game tables cleverly conceal a vast playground of retro games in an elegantly handcrafted piece of furniture.

Run by Dan Rees and Laura Snowden, It began as a bit of fun when Rees made a replica machine back in 2000, using some hefty MDF and authentic cigarette-resistant formica, he borrowed some power tools and got to work. One year later his creation was complete and after lots of comments from friends that he should start to produce and sell his tables surface tension was born.

Look back on the 70’s and 80’s with fond memories of ghostdodging, puzzle-twisting and dice-rolling with a unique addition to your living space. And, if you’re looking for something a little different for your home, their expanding range of retro furniture and accessories might just be what you’re looking for, we love the joystick coat hooks!

The Dual is the new two-player head-to-head model sporting 60 classic arcade games, hand-made in the UK and comes in a variety of finishes, including real wood walnut or oak veneer.

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The Epping A traditional yet contemporary, detached 4-bedroom home with a large fitted kitchen/dining area featuring french doors onto the rear garden, providing a wonderful family area, plus a master bedroom with ensuite shower room and integral garage.

From only £389,950

Visit this small and select development of just 10 beautiful new homes, in this convenient location close to the heart of Ferndown town centre. You can enjoy the charm of the countryside with the luxury of never being too far from the big city.

White Oaks has so much to offer and with only three homes remaining, you’d better move quickly to secure your ideal home in East Dorset.

With Bloor Homes’ Part Exchange* Its now even easier to move into a new home at White Oaks *Part Exchange and all Bloor Homes incentives and schemes are subject to terms and conditions and are available on selected developments on selected plots only. Prices and availability correct at time of going to press.

Only 3 remaining All featuring integrated appliances,

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The Dean A lovely 3-bedroom mid-terrace family home over 3 storeys, featuring a beautiful lounge leading onto a conservatory with patio doors onto the garden, plus a stunning penthouse master bedroom with ensuite shower room and adjacent study.

From only £309,950

The Dalby This stunning 3-bedroom end townhouse is set over 3 floors, with a fully-fitted kitchen/breakfast room and large conservatory, and a gorgeous penthouse master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and ensuite, study and a garage with adequate parking.

From only £314,950 White Oaks, Ringwood Road, Ferndown BH22 9AH

visit www.bloorhomes.com to find out more Sales Centre and Showhome open Thursday - Monday 10:00am - 5:00pm

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MILFORD SEA FRONT

Superb modern four bedroom cottage style detached house with double garage set on a delightful secluded plot of approx 0.8 of an acre. In a semi rural location.

Impressive extended four bedroom, two reception room semi deatched character home with large garden and situated in a convenient location.

Superb spacious five bedroom, three en suite, three reception room character home with lovely south facing garden. Previously traded successfully as a Bed & Breakfast.

Two bedroom top/second floor apartment with balcony, garage, amazing sea views and offered chain free.

£769,000

£325,000

£550,000

£249,950

LYMINGTON

BARTON ON SEA

BRAND NEW, HORDLE VILLAGE

NEW MILTON

Superb three bedroom, three reception room (including conservatory) detached chalet style home in good location. Offered chain free.

Appealing three bedroom character semi with 26’ living/dining room, conservatory, drive, garage and south facing garden.

Three bedroom new bungalow in semi rural location & ready for occupation. The property benefits from a luxury bathroom & en suite, high spec kitchen & 10 year NHBC warranty.

Well presented Lewis Homes built, two bedroom semi-detached bungalow with garage and garden.

£479,995

£244,950

FROM £397,500

£199,950

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BARTON ON SEA £139,950

BARTON ON SEA £259,950

A modern first floor one bedroom apartment, occupying an excellent position only a few yards walk of Barton on Sea clifftop and beach.

BARTON ON SEA £444,950

BARTON ON SEA £299,950

BARTON ON SEA £299,950

A characterful three bedroom, two reception room semi-detached property offered in excellent order throughout with a large south-westerly facing garden.

A quality development of brand new townhouses with luxurious accommodation set over three floors only a stone’s throw from the clifftop and beach.

A deceptive three double bedroom detached bungalow updated by the present vendor with a well landscaped garden, a superb kitchen and easy walking distance of the beach.

A four bedroom Georgian style town house situated in this very popular private development situated mid-way between Barton clifftop and New Milton town centre.

New Milton • 01425 616411

New Milton • 01425 616411

New Milton • 01425 616411

New Milton • 01425 616411

New Milton • 01425 616411

NEW MILTON £178,000

NEW MILTON £334,950

BARTON ON SEA £349,950

An attractive and modernised two bedroom townhouse situated on the fringe of this popular modern development.

A modern three bedroom detached bungalow presented in excellent order throughout and situated in a quiet cul-de-sac.

HORDLE £397,500

ASHLEY £225,000

A spacious three bedroom, two reception room detached family house in this small and quiet cul-de-sac within easy reach of the clifftop.

A select development of brand new three bedroom detached Pennyfarthing built bungalows situated in this quiet and rural location.

A well presented three bedroom semidetached family house situated in this quiet position with a west facing garden and excellent off road parking.

New Milton • 01425 616411

New Milton • 01425 616411

New Milton • 01425 616411

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Well presented four bed detached house, two rec, mod kitchen, garage, parking x2, d/ glazed & GFCH, private rear garden.

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£112,000

Charming one bed FFF, kitchen / diner, bathroom, double bedroom, central heating, double glazing.

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SOUTHBOURNE

£325,000

KINSON

£159,950

Three bed detached house two rec plus kitchen/diner, car port, storeroom / annex, ample parking, excellent location.

Requires Updating

Charming two double bed semi, modern kitchen & bathroom, d/glazing & central heating, parking & southerly aspect garden.

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£280,000

3 bed GF garden flat, family bathroom, Kitchen, breakfast room, lounge, d/g, GFCH, no chain, garage & parking.

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£125,000

2 bed end of terrace house with garden and parking. Requires Full refurbishment.

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£350,000

3/4 bed detached bungalow, kitchen / Breakfast, lounge / diner, 2 baths, gfch, d/ glazing, off road parking, views over Christchurch.

SOUTHBOURNE

£195,000

Modern two double bed maisonette, master with en-suite, modern bathroom & kitchen / breakfast room, lounge, large westerly aspect balcony, parking. No chain.

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£169,000

Charming very well presented 2 bed house with study / cot room plus loft room, mod kitchen & Bath, lounge / diner, south facing garden.

SOUTHBOURNE

£159,950

Fantastic one bedroom first floor flat with SEA VIEWS and westerly aspect balcony. No chain, viewing essential.

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A select development of just fourteen attractive and well appointed 2 and 3 bedroom family homes within walking distance of the beautiful, historic town of Christchurch and the picturesque Mudeford Quay.

Each home features • Modern and stylish fitted kitchen • Electric single oven, 4-burner gas hob and glass canopy extractor • Integrated upright fridge/freezer and integrated washer/dryer • Recessed ceiling spotlights, under-pelmet lighting and ceramic floor tiling • Gas fired central heating • Intruder alarms • Integrated smoke detectors • All properties have 1 or 2 allocated parking spaces.

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Executive chef Paul Gayler tells why the banger is a beautiful thing, as his new book Sausages is published. It's tricky to find a staple British food that hasn't been given a trendy new look these days.

As food producers tempt our tastebuds with new varieties of the same products (mince pie ice cream from Sainsburys anyone?), that most elemental of foods, the sausage, has also been swept up in this tide of change.

No longer the gastronomic equivalent of your dad on the dance floor, contemporary sausages are the must-have item on any shopping list.

Here are Gayler's top three sausage recipes to try...

Merguez & black bean soup (Serves 4) Ingredients

method

2tbsp olive oil

Heat the oil in a heavy-based pan over a medium heat. Add the onion, fennel and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.

Add the smoked paprika and cumin, and cook for one minute more, then add the beans and stock, and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 1/2-2 hours, or until the beans are tender, then transfer to a food processor and blitz until smooth. Season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon zest and juice.

Return to the pan and keep warm.

Heat a frying pan over a medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the slices of merguez and saute for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sausage is golden and cooked through.

Serve the soup topped with the slices of sausage and with a spoonful of sour cream, if using.

Garnish with torn flat-leaf parsley.

1 large onion, chopped 1 large head fennel, trimmed and chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1tsp smoked paprika 1/2tsp ground cumin 375g (13oz) turtle beans, soaked overnight in cold water and drained 1 litre chicken stock Grated zest and juice of 1/2 lemon 150g merguez sausages, thinly sliced Salt and black pepper Sour cream, to serve Parsley, to garnish

Breakfast quesadillas (Serves 4) Ingredients 300g new potatoes

1/2 small red chilli, finely chopped

2tbsp olive oil

2 hard-boiled free-range eggs, coarsely chopped

6 fresh pork sausages, thinly sliced 8 flour tortillas 4 spring onions, thinly sliced

300g (11oz) Cheddar cheese Salt and freshly ground pepper

method Peel the potatoes and cut into 1cm dice. Put in a pan of lightly salted water, bring to the boil, reduce the heat and cook for 15 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.

Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until cooked and golden.

Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Add the cooked potatoes to the pan and fry, stirring regularly, until golden.

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Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a bowl and leave until cool.

Lay four of the tortillas out on a flat surface. Sprinkle each evenly with all the remaining ingredients. Top with the remaining four tortillas and press down lightly with a plate. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the quesadillas and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and the cheese has melted. Turn out, cut each quesadilla into four wedges and serve immediately.

Turkish meatballs with imam bayaldi & sumac onions (Serves 4) Ingredients 8-12 lamb sausages, skin removed 1 medium onion, coarsely grated 2tsp ground cumin 1/2tsp ground cinnamon 2 tbsp coarsely chopped mint Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 aubergines, cut into 2.5cm dice 100ml olive oil 1/2tsp cumin seeds 1/2tsp ground cardamom 2 garlic cloves, crushed 4 plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped 2tsp harissa paste 1tbsp good-quality tomato ketchup 1tbsp sultanas 2tbsp chopped coriander leaves 1 large red onion, thinly sliced 2tbsp coarsely chopped mint leaves, generous sprinkle of sumac

method For the meatballs, place the sausage meat in a bowl, add the onion, cumin, cinnamon and mint, and mix together well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for at least two hours. For the onion relish, put all the ingredients in a bowl, mix together well and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

For the imam bayaldi, cook the aubergines in a pan of boiling salted water for 5-6 minutes, or until just soft. Drain well and dry in a clean tea towel. Set aside. Heat the oil over a high heat in a large frying pan, add the cumin and cardamom, and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to release their fragrance.

Add the aubergine and garlic, mix together well and cook, stirring occasionally until golden.

Add the tomatoes, harissa, tomato ketchup and sultanas. Cook for one minute, then remove from the heat, stir in the coriander, and cover with a lid to keep warm.

Meanwhile, heat a ribbed griddle over a high heat until hot and slightly smoking. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally for 10-15 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Serve immediately with the imam bayaldi and the onion relish.

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Lights, camera, action - the new focus for interiors is on winter lighting which transforms rooms into stunning settings. In recent years, designers have turned the spotlight on everything from pendants to the humble table lamp - and the effects are magical. Myriad influences have inspired designs, including flights of fancy featuring pets and jungle creatures, the equipment used on film sets and in photographers' studios, and, naturally, glamour with crystal and bling adorning even simple shades. While designers set the trend, it comes at a price.

But these days the high street is quick to follow with affordable replicas so there's no need to feel left in the dark if your budget's tight. Follow the lighting lead of the Prime Minister's wife, Samantha Cameron, who recently paid only a couple of hundred pounds for a reproduction of a classic Arco floor lamp, shunning the £1,600 price tag for an original.

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"Many interior designers and architects specify reproduction products, particularly during the current challenging economic times. "Only people with more money than sense would pay as much as six times more for the same thing. I believe if the designer Castiglioni was alive today, he would approve of our reproduction, and find it hard to tell the difference."

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Take the floor Floor lamps languished in the shade for years, but they're enjoying huge popularity again because they're so versatile and decorative. Splurge: A design classic, the dramatic Flos Arco Silver Floor Light, with its white marble base, designed by Achille Castiglioni in 1962, is £1,615 from Heal's. Save: Samantha Cameron bought the Arco Floor lamp, £250 from Iconic Lights.

Oversized 'Anglepoise-style' floor lamps are also ultra-fashionable. Splurge: Autograph Extra Large Task Light Floor lamp, £199 from Marks & Spencer. Save: Orlando Adjustable floor lamp, £39.99 from Homebase.

Let it bling For full-on glamour, nothing beats a chandelier as a focal point in a room.

A glittering vintage-style crystal or glass creation does not have to be confined to a period setting - it can add a touch of decadence in a cool, contemporary space.

Splurge: The Helena large ceiling spiral pendant, £850 (currently on offer at £595), is a stunner from Laura Ashley. Save: Mimic the sparkle with a mini Astoria easy-fit pendant, £39.99, from Homebase.

Alternatively, the new kid on the block is the Shadelier: a shade incorporating delicate hanging crystals. It could suit any setting.

Splurge: A Leo Black Easy-fit ceiling beaded pendant, with frosted glass droplets and a metallic gold lining, available in black or white, £80 from Laura Ashley (currently on offer from £56). Save: A Shadelier, £39.50, with a tiered droplet display handing from a black or red shade, Marks & Spencer.

Dare to bare Light bulbs are having their moment and appearing unadorned as lamps in their own right. While low-energy bulbs show off your eco-credentials, these show off your style credentials. Splurge: Jensen clear bulb pendant lights, a cluster of nine, £230, from John Lewis. Save: Show you're plugged into the look with a simple Watt table lamp, £40, which sports a single bulb, John Lewis.

Beast buys Hunt down the safari style or take on a pet that's trouble-free with lights that are wildly imaginative. Splurge: A black Moooi rabbit lamp, with a black shade and gold interior, has emerged as a designer must-have for those who probably wouldn't let a real animal near their immaculate home. It's £341 from OccaHome. Save: Rabbit fans on a budget would find it hard to resist a Bunny Lamp, £35, Next. Alternatively, bag an exotic beast to lend a little jungle fever to a room.

Splurge: A Kito Antelope wall light, glows from within and casts bewitching shadows on a wall, £155, Graham & Green. Save: Get hooked on the look with a Rhino wall lamp, £89, Graham & Green.

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Bright ideas Table lamps are like jewellery for the home: essential accessories which can add colour, light and character to rooms. They may be small but they pack a mighty lighting punch. Splurge: Metallics add both shine and glamour. A Sonia table lamp, with a silver base, £90, from John Lewis, is a classic. Save: Colours

by B&Q Massalia Ceramic lamp with a silver coating, £29.98. A gold version is available for £39.98. Alternatively, get pops of colour from table lamps with shades and bases matched in jewel-bright shades. Splurge: Kartell Cindy Table lamp, £145, comes in purple, bronze and platinum, from John Lewis. Save: A Titania anodised aluminium table lamp, £14.98, comes in a variety of shades, B&Q.

Find the light Hanging clusters of lights are the new chic take on pendant lights. Splurge: A 12-light pendant cluster ceiling light, with glossy black shades, £199, Marks & Spencer. Available by mail order. Save: Clusta Seven-light ceiling light, £55.98, B&Q.

Photo shoot Poseurs and movie buffs won't be able to resist lights which could have come straight off a film set. Splurge: Authentic Models Marconi spotlight, on a tripod, £1,011 from Occa-Home. Save: A Cover floor lamp, £289, is a more pared-down version but still does the business, from BoConcept.

For those who like their style more elegant than studio, sleek tripod lamps with shades could be winners. Splurge: A Fifties-style Tripod lamp, with a black shade, £179 from Graham & Green (matching table lamp available). Available mid-November. Save: Gunmetal Chrome Tripod floor lamp, £125, Marks & Spencer.

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I’d forgotten just how gorgeous 8 week-old dogs are; I almost feel like a new mum again. And I’d also forgotten how demanding they are too; listening out for them in the night, four feeds a day, house training and trying to stop them eating the Lego. My biggest fear is her seeing the piano legs as succulent chewing sticks that have her name – if she had one – all over them! But with her curled up around my feet like a comfy pair of slippers whilst writing this, it’s a small sacrifice and the house feels much more like home again somehow.

It’s going to make the next few weeks even more manic however, and I’m conscious that the juggling act is going to get a little lively between now and Christmas. The Liz Lean PR team is busy helping clients plan their winter campaigns and seeking out opportunities in early 2012. The office party is also up for debate – the current favourite is dance lessons at Pavilion Dance, followed by drinks at Aruba. The last time we went there for our Christmas do I managed to find myself in a ‘dance off’ with some guys in bad ties from another office party. It seemed the right thing to do at the time and I did get some cheers, but my poor team…(how embarrassing). Aren’t there laws surrounding behaviour at Christmas office parties?

Coming up with something different every year for the annual LLPR Christmas card aches everyone’s brains too, and we tend to get carried away with the most ambitious ideas which are almost impossible to deliver, but it’s a fun, creative process all the same. Maybe we should do something this year which involves our new office entrance – complete with artificial grass! How many offices can boast a decking of bright green grass adjacent to the seaside? Its actually there to stop it becoming the LLPR skating rink but it looks wonderfully bonkers and its all thanks to Kingspace for whom we’re currently planning a pre-Christmas event. Based at Longham, they do everything from hot tubs and artificial lawns to barbecue lodges (these are particularly cool; plenty of room for friends to eat inside around the central grill or fire pit – who needs a decent summer for barbecue parties?). Apart from that blatant plug of the month, I also want to mention a more serious service which I think could be a real help to many Dorset businesses in these tricky times. With stress in the workplace a real issue, I believe that finding ways to help people feel better about their working environment has to be a healthy step forward. As roles are stretched and expectations are increasing for both employees and employers, it is good to see Bournemouth University’s healthcare school developing relevant services for organisations under the name ‘Wellbeing in Practice’. Likely to become as uniform for businesses as Investors in People in the near future, introducing wellbeing practices is a way to help productivity. A Guardian article recently discussed how today’s flourishing enterprises should focus on wellbeing rather than growth. We have to start looking after ourselves for our businesses to be sustainable so having someone show us the way to a healthier workplace is key.

For more information have a look at www.blogs.bournemouth.ac.uk/wellbeingin-practice and contact Colin Hewitt-Bell at BU via wellbeing@bournemouth. ac.uk or call 01202 962251.

I should really practice what I preach and decide on a name so this little fluff ball at my feet has some wellbeing too! Deciding on something’s identity which will stick for hopefully the next ten years or more is really difficult; and following the perfectly named Zennor, our lovely Heinz 57 who died in June, makes it doubly hard. So I’m going back online for more inspiration…watch this space next month for the outcome and news of naughty puppy antics (hopefully not relating to my piano legs).

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Now that Halloween and bonfire night have passed there is nothing to distract us from the next annual event in family life - Christmas.

If your children are like mine then they have probably mentioned it a few times already and given you a few pointers on what they would like to receive. I have already made a start on buying a few presents online.

Although this does help you spread the cost and remove the stress it does leave you with other problems like where to hide them until the big day.

Children are not stupid and they know that if you have given them their mother’s presents from them to hide at the back of their wardrobe then they are probably likely to find things for them at the back of yours. Thank goodness for shelves.

Buying online is brilliant as most websites will also give you suggestions on other things which may compliment what you have bought and help you source hard to find gifts without the need to go from shop to shop.

I slightly resent the handful of individuals who exploit this by sourcing the hard to find items and then selling them on eBay for up to five times the retail price.

They will argue that they are trying to make a living and in most cases they are only supplying the demand, a demand which usually starts with the arrival of the annual list of “Christmas Must-have” toys. Every year a panel of toy experts chose what they believe will be the most popular and most wanted toys for the 2011 Christmas season.

These are the toys on everybody’s mind, the ones everyone will want for Christmas.

There is only one on the list that my kids have said they would like. It’s called “Doggie Do” and as it says on the box “You feed and walk you plastic pup and when he messes you clean it up”. Yes it’s a toy dog that defecates.

I think their interest in this is entirely down to the catchy jingle but at just over £20 it’s cheaper than a real pet and at least when the novelty wears off you can stick it back in the box and sell it on eBay just like the robot hamsters you bought them the year before.

I recently asked my listeners how much they will be spending on their children this year and the average seems to be about £150. Some will spend more and (because of their current circumstances) some will spend less. Parents in general this year seem to be thinking about spending less but making sure that what they do spend will represent good value for money and not on something that will be forgotten by the New Year.

I’m not ashamed to say that this is the first Christmas where I have looked closely at what I will be spending and I am actually really looking forward to the challenge and the benefits.

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When choosing a kitchen do remember that there are many local smaller companies offering great design services, hand-building bespoke kitchens, or simply helping you to get the best that is available on the market for your purposes. You may find following this route immediately brings your plans within budget without any compromise. Winchester Oak, as part of Winchester Floor Sanding based in Alresford make high quality bespoke kitchens at very reasonable prices, with different options for differing budgets.

Both Peter Cerny(Romsey) and Nick Richards(Nicholas Richards Design, Milford on Sea) are independent kitchen designers/builders/fitters, who can take on as much or as little of a project as you might want.

When choosing appliances for your kitchen there are some very basic manufacturers I would choose to avoid, and some extremely high end names I would also steer clear of. What is the point on breaking the bank on a dishwasher that will last 20 years. In 10 years you will the newer version of a reasonably priced quality brand will be more impressive than your long lasting super-washer. There are many brands offering good quality build, great design, performance and capability, and at manageable prices.

Do you really want to completely rip out and start again? You may be wasting a large proportion of your budget if you take this route. Start with a blank page and an outline of the shape of your kitchen. Draw out what you want in your new kitchen and where you want it. Unless the basic layout is significantly different to your current kitchen then you’re better off remodelling what’s already there. 40% of the cost of new kitchens is in the cabinetry. The higher quality your original kitchen, the stronger the case for remodelling.

Once you have determined the layout of your kitchen, the look is shaped by a number of factors, but in differing levels. Major factors are worktop, appliances, doors and drawers, handles, wall tiles or paint, lighting and flooring. Any one of these factors can have a significant impact on its own. Change a couple and you may well have a completely new kitchen at a fraction of the price of a complete new one.

At Granite Transformations we can refresh, renew or upgrade most areas of your kitchen and can advise on who will deal with the few items we don’t cover. At Granite Transformation we are confident you will feel like you have a new kitchen if you allow us to change your two main appliance, sink/tap and hob, and upgrade your worktop to a high performance stone or glass surface.

With average worktop upgrades costing circa £2500 inclusive of VAT and fitting, and great prices on most appliances, your budget might just deliver more than you thought, and leave a significant chunk over to spoil yourself and your family, just in time for Christmas!

If you need any guidance finding the right person to do the job give us a call on 01590 673 134 and we will point you in the right direction.

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Set in one of the premier roads in Friars Cliff and just a 3 minute stroll from the sandy beaches, is this newly refurbished two bedroom bungalow with loft room.

The property benefits from a large 100ft rear garden and a gardener provided at the landlords cost. The accommodation comprises of 2 bedrooms, lounge/ dining room, bathroom, separate WC, loft room, kitchen and detached garage.

Newly refurbished 4 double bedroom semidetached house for working professional sharers.

The house benefits from 4 double bedrooms, lounge/diner, kitchen with white goods, utility room, downstairs wet room, bathroom, GCH, double glazing, storage, front and back garden, large garage and driveway.

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Martin & Co are proud to offer this immaculately presented two double bedroom ground floor apartment located in the popular and prestigious development, The Reef. This desirable property boasts spacious open plan living area, modern kitchen with appliances, bathroom and en suite, private patio area and allocated parking.

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SOUTHBOURNE – £775 PCM

Martin & Co are proud to offer this spacious and beautifully finished two double bedroom first floor apartment. The property boasts character features and comprises a large lounge, modern kitchen/dining room, two double bedrooms, two en suite bathrooms, separate WC and private sun terrace. The property also benefits from two off road parking spaces.

MARTIN & CO 01202 559922

Winkworth are pleased to offer this beautifully presented three bedroom character cottage located conveniently between Westbourne & Parkstone. The property benefits from modern yet classically decorated lounge, separate dining room, conservatory, ‘country-style’ fitted kitchen & a modern bathroom. With its own private rear garden

Two Available! - Very well presented & recently fully refurbished 2 bedroom apartments to let on a short term basis (3 – 6 months maximum).

Located within very easy walking distance of the beachfront & local high street. Fully furnished in a contemporary style. No council tax payable as the business rates are paid by the landlord

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According to National Landlord Association research almost 60 per cent of private residential landlords employ the services of a letting agent for some, or all, of their property portfolio. Below is a guide to choosing the right one for you.

Landlords’ needs vary, and so letting agents usually offer three distinct services.

1. The Basic Introductory Service What? The letting agent finds and vets a tenant and provides the tenancy agreement.

How much? The fee charged for this service is sometimes a one-off fixed fee, or more usually, a percentage of the annual rent – up to around ten per cent, or possibly more for a six-month contract.

2. Letting and Rent Collection What? As above, but with the addition of monthly rent collection.

How much? You should expect to pay an extra 1-3 per cent on top of the let only fee.

3. Full Management What? The letting agent finds the tenant, collects rent, arranges maintenance, and takes some steps towards ending the tenancy.

How much? Fees for full management are generally in the region of 5-15 per cent of annual rent.

Bear in mind, however, that if you have a number of properties you should be able to negotiate a better ‘portfolio’ rate.

Although the price may sound steep, using a letting agent can save you both money and time.

1. It reduces hassle A good agent will take much of the hassle out of letting property, acting as a buffer between you and the tenant - very useful when a tenant loses their keys in the middle of the night!

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2. Knowledge of the market The experienced agent will know the local market, and, before you buy your property, they can save you from making a bad investment by telling you which property types are in demand and in which areas.

Once you have the property they can advise you on the standard of decoration, furnishing, fixtures and fittings you will need, and will ensure that the property complies with legal safety standards.

3. Financial advantage Not only can an effective agent sometimes achieve a higher rent than you would by yourself, but they can even help you to secure a mortgage.

According to The Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA), knowing that the management of property is in the hands of a professional agent can enhance the creditworthiness of the landlord.

4. A portfolio of tenants The letting agent should have a selection of professionally-vetted tenants available who may be more likely to pay their rent on time and respect the property. This can help to avoid legal problems and voids.

hoW to Choose a Letting agent 1. Trade associations Specialist solicitor, Tessa Shepperson, who runs the Landlord Law website advises landlords to choose an agent that is registered with the National Approved Letting Scheme (NALS), or one of the professional bodies that support it: The Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) As well as providing training for members and their staff, agencies that are within these schemes will have a client money protection scheme and professional indemnity insurance.

2. Get local knowledge Consider joining a landlords association and attending meetings where you can gather opinions from other landlords’ experiences.

3. Research before you sign But don’t just take other people’s word for it. Ask as many questions as you need to until you’re sure an agent is right for you. If you just need the basic introductory service you will need to know: Do they deal with similar properties to yours?

Do they advertise with large property portals like FindaProperty.com and Primelocation.com to reach the largest potential number of tenants?

What kind of properties letting agents typically advertise and how well the properties are presented? If you were a prospective tenant, how impressed would you be?

Visit their offices as a 'secret shopper' to see how busy they are and how they would handle the enquiries of a prospective tenant.

Will they allow you to talk to some of their current landlords?

If the agent will also collect the rent and manage the property you will need to be more thorough.

David Lawrenson, professional landlord and author of Successful Property Letting, suggests that you assess the agent’s professionalism by asking the following ten questions.

ten QUestions to ask When Choosing a Letting agent 1 2 3 4

How quickly after they receive the tenant’s money will it be in your account? (It should be less than ten working days) How frequently will they inspect the property and will they charge extra for this?

What will they look for when they visit?

If maintenance work is required, who will they call? Do they have their own maintenance people or will they just get someone out of the phone book?

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Ask if their maintenance people are members of the appropriate professional bodies (e.g. NICEIC for electricians, IPHE etc for plumbers, Gas Safe Register for gas?) How do they know? Do they check their membership?

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Will they arrange the annual gas safety check or will they expect you to do that? If they arrange it, will they charge for doing so?

Do they have a special telephone number for tenants to call out of normal office hours? Is this available 24-7?

How quickly will someone be on site if there is an emergency such as a burst pipe, boiler breakdown or electrical fault? (Should be within 24 hours!)

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Will they request an estimate for routine works first or will they clear cost of work with you or just go ahead? Do they have a cut off point above which they will request your authorization? If so, what is it?

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Can they advise what the average cost of a sample of typical maintenance jobs is? (Do the costs look reasonable? Compare their costs with those that you could obtain directly) They may not have the answers to hand for each question, says David, but if they haven’t got a clue, go elsewhere!

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ATTENTION LANDLORDS! Currently, there is a lack of confidence from landlords, in the lettings industry. The perception from many is that letting agents are overpaid, with additional or hidden costs to the monthly management fee. These high fees do not reflect the quality of service that is being provided, with typical complaints ranging from poor communication to lack of diligence in the tenant referencing process.

It also needs to be recognised that a property investment is, for the majority of people, the largest purchase they will ever make.

This unfortunately, is not taken into consideration by many agents.

Kerrigan Powell Properties is a residential letting and property management company with a difference. Set up by experienced property professionals, our aim is to offer landlords a cost effective, thorough and transparent approach to the leasing and ongoing management of their properties. Landlord confidence is our priority.

By embracing new systems and technologies, whilst abiding by traditional values of trust, diligence and hard work, Kerrigan Powell Properties can offer a first class service for one inclusive monthly management fee of 10%. Due to our innovative approach to management, Kerrigan Powell Properties operates from a lower cost base than our rivals, with all the savings passed onto the landlords.

However, we will never compromise on quality and our philosophy is to develop an outstanding reputation in the market place by protecting the landlord’s interest and assets. Central to this mission is the rigorous referencing of tenants plus the provision of free annual rent insurance through our partner ‘Legal 4 Landlords’.

Once the right tenant has been found for a property, we will ensure they are managed and cared for properly. We aim to achieve an exceptional retention rate amongst tenants. A long term, stable tenant, paying market rent, is what we strive for.

Equally important as the above exceptional offerings, are the skills and experience the management team of Kerrigan Powell can offer to both landlords and tenants.This is the true strength of our company.

Please see below for details of our outstanding offerings landlords can expect with our full management service: • 10% monthly management fee • No set up or renewal fee • No additional management costs hidden charges or nasty surprises • Free annual rent insurance provided by market leaders ‘Legal 4 Landlords’ (up to £100,000 cover) • Online landlord zone, where all landlords can view real time information on all matters relating to their property instantly, wherever they are in the world!

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Each and every tradesman that we use is experienced within their field, fully qualified and offer a prompt service of the highest standards.

A few examples of works we currently undertake: • Gas safety Certificates and Boiler services by experienced, Gas Safe registered tradesmen.

• All plumbing and heating works and repairs, from a dripping tap to the installation of a full heating system, bathroom suite or kitchen.

• All tiling work, large or small, competitively priced.

• Decorating and paintwork. Internal and external.

From painting a door, to a single ceiling, to a full property redecoration.

• All plastering work is undertaken by us.

• The fitting of carpets and flooring, large or small.

• Rubbish/garage/loft clearance, competitively priced.

• Property Cleaning. From a carpet clean to a full house clean including windows and doors.

• All electrical work – from changing a bulb to appliance testing, to a full property re-wire. NICEIC approved tradesmen.

• All brickwork and general building work by reliable, highly skilled and fully qualified tradesmen.

• Lock changes and repairs, very prompt service!

• Window and door repairs and installations – fully FENSA registered tradesmen.

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Fully equipped kitchen with granite work tops, double doors into large lounge/ dining room with patio doors onto garden. Ground floor WC. Two double bedrooms with en suites and built in wardrobes on the first floor, a further double bedroom with en suite shower on the top floor. Immaculate throughout.

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Luxury five bedroom detached house situated moments from the harbour edge, close to amenities, beaches & transport links. Secured by electric gates this property offers ample accommodation over three floors. Ground floor with large modern fitted kitchen, open plan to living/dining room with access onto balcony, WC & door into garage. Stairs to lower ground floor offering a good size utility room, media room, large double bedroom with en suite, second twin bedroom, WC & access to large rear garden. First floor comprises of three double bedrooms each with built in wardrobes & en suites. Garage & driveway. Furnished.

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Earlier this year the combination boiler in our rented house stopped working, so we had no hot water or central heating. We rang our landlord and he said it had happened before and said we needed to top up the water pressure in the boil via small tap on the boiler. We could not find this tap anywhere and called him back. He then said he was not prepared to pay a plumber to come out for such a small task and said he would come over the following day. Five days later he turned up saying he had got something in his eye and had to go to hospital and could not drive.

Meanwhile we had had no heating and no hot water for almost a week during one of the coldest parts of the year. Can I refuse to pay rent for those five days or reduce my rent, or even end my contract early?

It is the landlord’s responsibility to ensure that the boiler is working correctly for the provision of hot water and heating - under the statute of section 11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985. The landlord is expected to attend to the problem within a reasonable amount of time, once he is notified of the problem. In this case, it appears that the boiler cut out due to a drop in water pressure. The landlord should have attended to the problem by showing you how to bring the water pressure up to the required level, and then you would have then known how to rectify the problem in the future. The landlord has now resolved this problem but you were without water and heating for five days. You could try and negotiate with the landlord about paying a lower rent for that period but I would not advise you to stop paying rent for that period as it would lead to rent arrears.

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Have I still got time to get a sparkling white smile for the festive period?

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As teeth whitening treatments are rapidly becoming widely available it is time to shed some expert light on a very confusing subject. Teeth whitening does come in many shapes and forms, it is available on the internet, at the hairdresser’s, at the beauty salon, and many other places. Despite all these options, the dental practice remains the best and safest place to undergo teeth whitening. Let’s find out why.

How does it work?

There are many different techniques available. The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry advises the use of tried and tested ways of whitening teeth (i.e. up to 16% carbamide peroxide), which is why we use a tray based whitening system with 10-16% carbamide peroxide at our practice. Sometimes we need to use stronger concentrations to achieve the desired results.

Does it make teeth more sensitive to hot or cold?

Sensitivity is the most common side effect of teeth whitening. The dentist is the best person to help you deal with this issue, and with his/her help this problem will usually be resolved.

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Butler's bold choice Gerard Butler stars in the true story of a violent, drug dealing biker who finds his true calling as a gun-wielding protector of hundreds of African refugee children in Machine Gun Preacher, released on Wednesday, November 2.

The Scottish actor talks about being a bad ass and why he likes to keep audiences second-guessing his next move.

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It's pleasing to see Gerard Butler, or Gerry as he's known to friends, is as straight talking as he ever was, despite his mammoth movie star status.

We've only just met and he's already berating me for talking about the unusually good weather.

"I always joke that when your movie's bad, people tell you about the weather outside," laughs Butler, an actor who lays claim to one of Hollywood's most eclectic CVs, having ticked off everything from Shakespeare and musicals, to romcoms and thrillers.

For the record, his new movie Machine Gun Preacher isn't bad either.

Based on a true story, Butler's portrayal of Sam Childers, a renegade biker-turned-preacher who founded an orphanage in Sudan, reminds you he's a dramatic actor of merit.

"When I first read the script, I thought, 'Are you kidding me?' This couldn't all have happened, but it did - and much more.

"Sam has experienced more than most people would in 10 lifetimes," admits the 41-year-old, who's no stranger to tackling larger than life warriors (he played the Spartan King Leonidas in 300 back in 2006).

An unlikely hero, Childers reinvented himself in 1992 after a lifetime of violence and addiction, and dedicated his life to faith and family, before embarking on a trip to Uganda to help rebuild a war-ravaged village.

It was meant to be a one-time event but once Childers had witnessed the incredible need, both there and in neighbouring Sudan - where his first orphanage is now one of the largest in the country, feeding up to 1,200 children a day - he became a man with a mission.

He also began to lead what some regard as unorthodox heavily armed 'rescue missions' to retrieve children kidnapped by Joseph Kony's Lord's Resistance

Army and save them from having to carry out unthinkable atrocities.

"The story takes place on two continents, in two completely different cultures, which perfectly expresses the duality of Sam," says a dressed down Butler in jeans and jumper. The Scottish accent is still intact despite living in Los Angeles these days.

"There's Sam in Africa and Sam in America. There's the younger, out of control Sam with no God but himself, and the Sam who found this higher purpose," he says.

From the start, Butler set out to bring integrity to the complex and volatile role and for that reason, decided to meet the man himself.

"We didn't have financing at the time, but we all got on a plane and the next minute I'm in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, with Sam and his family at his house," recalls Butler.

"I've never met anybody who I'd heard so many things about. Everybody said they knew him, that he was crazy, cunning, or hilarious. Interestingly, I found somebody who was far more pulled back than I thought he was going to be," says Butler.

"I could see he was studying me, trying to work me out and seeing if I was up to the task - toothpick in his mouth - which I liked."

As a young man, Butler himself experienced the dark effects of hedonistic living and believes it helped

Childers relate to him.

"I know he had his doubts, because he has doubts about all of Hollywood, to be honest," laughs Butler.

"I think anybody like that will think, 'He's an actor, how can he be a badass?' But I am," he says with a grin.

Described by one critic as "part chest-beater, part soul-searcher", Butler has reportedly said he can't remember a time in his life when he hasn't been battling with "quandaries, fears and weaknesses".

And today he admits feeling an immediate affinity with Childers.

"I connect with people who have a lot of pain," says Butler whose parents divorced when he was a toddler, and didn't see his father again until he was 16 years old.

"Much as I could have fun with Sam, I really connected with him when he talked about his life or the guilt that he felt," he reveals. "It made me want to hug him and do justice to the story."

In fact, the importance of the work Childers continues to shoulder made the film more personal for Butler than any other project he's been part of: "It's the one that I've been most involved in," he notes.

"Marc [Forster, the director] and I worked closely together for over a year and every day was epic. It was a marathon.

"On a single day, we might do a scene where Sam breaks down, like his life is over, then another where he's been high on crack for a month and has to deal with his family. In between, I'm sitting with my folders of visual aids, images from Sudan of kids burned, people hacked up, babies..."

But as hard as the movie was to make, Butler says it's the hard ones that pay off.

"You have to sacrifice a lot to do a movie like this, but at the same time, the rewards you get from it are more soulful. This movie spreads good and creates of lot of conversation.

"People come out going, 'I wanna do something more than just live the life I'm living' and that makes me feel great."

Extra Time Gerard Butler

• Gerard Butler was born on November 13, 1969 in Paisley, Scotland.

• His acting career began when he was approached in a coffee shop by the actor Steven Berkoff, who gave him a role in a stage production of Coriolanus.

• In 2008, he and his manager Alan Siegel launched the production company Evil Twins. Their debut project, Law Abiding Citizen, grossed more than 100 million dollars worldwide.

• Butler's a board member of Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ), which was established in 2009 to encourage peace and social justice.

• Butler's currently filming Of Men And Mavericks, based on the true story of Santa Cruz surfer Jay Moriarity and his quest to ride the notoriously treacherous Northern California break.

• Machine Gun Preacher is released in cinemas on Wednesday, Nov 2.

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A CHAT WITH THE HEAD IAIN ROBERTSON BUCKHOLME TOWERS School trip - Minstead Study Centre This week, I’m handing over to some of the pupils that enjoyed the residential visit to Minstead Study Centre in the New Forset, to find out exactly what went on…..

Alex wrote: “It was all about one of my favourite things, Biodiversity! We went into the forest and tested how sound travels through different things. I thought it travelled through dead wood better than it did through live wood.”

For Jemma, “The best bit was when we got to paint each other’s faces!”

“On day two we made a compost cake out of horse manure, branches, mud and leftover food”, recalls Jessica. “Later on we had to cross a bog that was as deep as the Tenga Staff, and James and Aidan fell in!”

Tom thought “the best part of the trip was the Map of Mystery which lead us to the Tooth Brush Tree!” “ I did miss my mum and dad but having a sleepover with all my friends was great fun – even though Chloe snored really loudly!” said Emily.

Matilda remembers, “ to get our water bead we had to walk up through the stream, without the water coming over the top of our wellies. My feet got soaked! I still managed to get my bead, though.”

James “loved the stories round the campfire, especially the one about The Firebird.”

Nadia looked forward to “hot chocolate and cookies before bedtime.”

When asked if they want to go again next year, the class is unanimous – “Definitely!”

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ASK THE KIDS..

What is your happiest memory at Buckholme Towers? When we go outside and it’s windy and we have writing ribbons What is the best thing about being a Child?

Having a brother and a mummy and a daddy

What is your favourite thing to do at Christmas? When Santa comes and goes into the lounge but we don’t see him.

One word to describe your school would be?

Super!

What would be the ideal School Lunch? I like yoghurt but we have run out at the moment and a whole bag of crisps

What advice would you give to a new Child starting at Buckholme Towers? Hang your coat up!

What do you do to help the Environment? Put rubbish in the bin

If you could be any animal, which one would you be and why? A tiger or a lion because they growl

Name two things we should do as a family on the weekend? Go to Diggerland and camping

What do you like to do for fun? We play with gooey aliens

What is your favourite Sport at school? We do PE with Mr Robertson and play Stuck in the Mud.

Tell about a funny time at school? When Storm came back from holiday and said he had medicine in his ears, but we couldn’t see it!

What is your favourite Book? Why? I like The Gruffalo because it’s a bit scary

What is your favourite thing to do at school?

Why? Playing hide and Seek with James and using the interactive whiteboard What do you like most about Buckholme Towers? That’s a tough one….my teacher talks to me and listens to me, that’s it!

HOUSE magazine chats with Pip & Bertie Williams, Reception class ages 4 about life at Buckholme Towers.

from now? I’ll be at big school

What was the nicest thing you did for someone? Everyone is nice!

What do you think you will be doing 10 years

What did you learn about in your last assembly? Be careful with fireworks What job can you see yourself doing? Digger Driver because I want to be like Bertie, my brother What lesson do you look forward to most?

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SPORTY SHOGUN

Mitsubishi Motors’ new model-year Shogun has just arrived in the UK. It is described as "a progressive evolution". Shogun now comes with a Euro V compliant turbo diesel engine and offers a choice of either three door short-wheel base or five door long-wheel base versions.Like its predecessor, the Mitsubishi Shogun is distinguished by its redesigned bold front grille – incorporating a short front overhang, upright windscreen, strong high flanks, flared wheel-arches and rear-mounted spare wheel – all key Shogun styling cues that underline its tough, authentic, off-road ability.

As well as the three and five door options, Shogun buyers will have a choice of a four model lineup – the SG2, SG3, SG4 and the familiar Warrior which, in terms of specification will sit above the SG2. Prices start at £29,499.

Says Mitsubishi "Away from the 'Chelsea tractors' luxury soft-roaders, heavy-duty workhorses such as the Shogunhave carved out a very unique niche in the market where ability and dependability matter first and foremost."

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A shake-up of the MoT test will leave motorists liable for bigger bills to repair electronic stability control (ESC) systems from next year.

The new EU rules will also see equipment like electric seat adjustment motors and factoryfitted tyre pressure monitoring systems added to the Department for Transport’s road worthiness test (full list below).

ESC will become mandatory on new cars from 1 November 2012. But the new MoT rules, which make it compulsory for these systems to be in working order, won’t just apply to new vehicles or systems that came as standard, they will apply to any vehicle that has them fitted.

Motoring groups have expressed concern that the new rules apply retrospectively, rather than to cars registered from 1 January 2012 when the changes kick in. AA President Edmund King said: “We think it’s right that the MoT test keeps up with technology – that’s a move in the right direction. But if you look at technology legislation, you are normally given a date from which it applies.

“Some people will be caught out unfairly because they were early adopters. A degree of flexibility with older vehicles would have been good.”

What’s being added to the MoT test (from 1st January 2012)?

• Air bags • Brake fluid warning light • Catalytic converter • Condition of all visible wiring • Condition of battery • Electronic seat adjustment motor • Electronic parking brake • Electronic stability control • High Intensity Discharge (HID) lamps • Power steering • Seat belt pre-tensioners • Trailer/caravan electrical socket • Tyre pressure monitoring system

WINTER ROADS WARNING

Road safety charity the IAM is warning that many of Britain’s roads will become more hazardous for motorists as the frosts and local council cuts bite.

In spite of the last two winters of severe cold, snow and ice, many councils are planning to cut back on winter road services, including salting, exposing motorists to dangerous driving conditions. Last year there was a 37 per cent increase in the number of cars overturning in snow and ice.

Sixty-seven councils appear to be reducing the amount they are spending on winter road services, with 33 budgeting more than ten per cent less than last year. Most worryingly 21 councils appear to have budgeted over 30 per cent less than they did last year.

Ambulances, supermarket food deliveries, meals on wheels, utilities, even the armed forces, all rely on having a usable road network.

Last year, parts of Scotland nearly ran out of food and fuel. The 24-hour, just-in-time logistics system simply wasn’t able to cope with the weather. “Councils must make contingency plans to ensure that essential supplies can always get through, no matter what the weather. This has to include dealing with large numbers of drivers stranded for hours with no access to heat or food.”

It is even more important that drivers and riders take care in severe weather conditions, given reduced winter road services, the IAM says, and it offers advice on driving in snow.

Double or even triple your normal stopping distance from the vehicle in front.

Drive so that you don’t rely on your brakes to be able to stop – on an icy surface they simply may not do that for you, but keep moving as much as possible, even if it is only at walking pace.

On a downhill slope get your speed low before you start the descent, and do not let it build up – it is much easier to keep it low than to try and slow down once things get slippery.

Start gently, avoiding high revs, and use second gear to avoid wheel spin. If you get yourself into a skid the main thing to remember is to take your foot off the pedals and steer. Only use the brake if you cannot steer out of trouble.

Plan your journey around busier roads as they are more likely to have been gritted. Avoid using short cuts on minor roads – they are less likely to be cleared or treated with salt, especially country lanes. Always clear your windows, lights and mirrors. Don’t forget that snow on the bonnet can blow back onto your windscreen, so clear that off, and clear the roof to avoid snow being blown onto traffic following you before moving off.

Make sure you have an emergency kit so you are prepared in the event of a breakdown. This should include a charged up mobile phone, torch, food for energy, water and a blanket. For snow you also need a shovel with you. On longer journeys always let someone know you have set off and tell them your planned route.

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e get asked to review all manner of things at House magazine, from jet skis to restaurants, days out to cars.

Some are more fun than others and some leave us wanting more, which was exactly where I found myself when handing back the keys to the Range Rover I was given by the helpful team at Westover Land Rover.

The model in question was a Vogue with Dynamic Pack TDV8, the torque of which made me feel I was in something much smaller and sportier than the 3 miles of crisp white bonnet stretching out in front of me would have me believe. Talking of which, the sheer size and stature of this vehicle give an immediate sense of priority and status, but also a comforting safe feeling, only possible in something that dwarfs most other road users. Certainly something one feels the family are safe in and not the slightest bit cosy, well the heated seats and plush leather are indeed cosy, but in the roomy sense of the word, it's certainly not pokey, with enough room for families with even the most demanding baggage requirements.

Gadget-wise, there's everything you could ever wish for in a car, I have to admit, it took me a while to work out the snazzy new electronic parking break display, still it didn't roll off down the street when parked, so something must have been right!

The gear selector, or 'Drive Select' as it is known, is a beautiful piece of design and engineering, gone it seems are the days

of 'levers', to be replaced with a stunning aluminium dial to select the gears with ease. It took a bit of getting used to, but was a dream and much nicer to use than the traditional option in many cars at the lower end of the market.

The seating was comfortable to the point of armchair territory, with every possible adjustment available and sumptuous, luxurious leather everywhere else one cared to look inside, no tasteless plastic that some pretenders to the throne might contain.

Sure, this is an expensive vehicle, with a list price of around ÂŁ74,829, but it really is true that you get what you pay for, every button, dial and switch moves with a satisfying weight and quality that would keep even the most anal of perfectionists happy. You have the get up and sultry V8 tone go of a much sportier car, wrapped up in an extremely luxurious, relaxing package that makes you want to take the long route to the office every day, I know I did.

Bournemouth certainly has it's share of Range Rover Sports and soon there will be lots of the new model 'Evoque' darting about town, that said, if it's something a little more exclusive you're looking for, the Range Rover Vogue is most certainly one to consider. It's still an affordable luxury too, with Westover Group's current 0% finance offer meaning that now might just be the time to upgrade to a Vogue, now just to convince my better half.

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five minutes with... matt baker One Show host Matt Baker chats to us about his upcoming rickshaw challenge for Children In Need and explains why the gain is worth all the pain Matt Baker, 34, was born in County Durham, and rose to fame thanks to a seven-year stint on Blue Peter.

Since leaving the long-running children's series in 2006, he's presented a variety of programmes, including Countryfile with Julia Bradbury, and The One Show alongside Alex Jones. He was also runner-up in last year's Strictly Come Dancing Baker starts The One Show Rickshaw Challenge for BBC Children In Need on November 11, which will see him cycle from Edinburgh to London in just eight days.

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HOW ARE YOU TODAY? I'm feeling slightly buoyant, having had a training session on the rickshaw this morning! All is going to plan at the moment.

ARE YOU DOING LOTS OF TRAINING? Yes, I am really. You don't want to exhaust yourself before you do something like this, so you've got to get your muscles prepared for it. So I'll train one day and then rest and let my body recover and try to build a bit of muscle, and then train again the day after. I've got a little programme I'm trying to follow, but it's proving difficult with my workload. I've got The One Show to do every night, and I don't want to turn up for that looking absolutely shattered. It's a different kettle of fish riding the rickshaw to just a normal bike.

YOU LOOK AS IF YOU'RE NATURALLY FIT, BUT DOES RIDING THE RICKSHAW USE DIFFERENT KIND OF MUSCLES? It does. The weight of this thing is absolutely offensive. It just doesn't move naturally, it doesn't want to glide. I've done some training on a racing bike and the whole thing moves - you can push it with your finger it's so light. Whereas the rickshaw, you've got to put your back into it, squeeze your legs and you might just be able to move it. And then when you've got the weight of somebody in the back, it's really grim.

YOU HAVE A LOT TO LIVE UP TO, WHAT WITH EDDIE IZZARD AND DAVID WALLIAMS' EXPLOITS Yes, but we're all doing it for a great cause. It's not about me trying to do this, it's about trying to raise money for Children In Need. When you are having those dark times and it's hideous, all you have to do is think about those projects. The slight pain you're going through is nothing compared to what some of the children who will benefit from the money are going through. That's my philosophy anyway.

WHY THE RICKSHAW? We had quite a few ideas floating around. We wanted something we could feature on The One Show, something that featured Britain, that went through the country as well, so we could represent the different regions as we go, and to get some public involvement. Also, with a rickshaw you can get people sat in the back, local celebrities, folk who've done something great... it works on so many different levels.

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ARE YOU HOPING THE PUBLIC WILL COME OUT AND SUPPORT YOU ALONG THE WAY? Yes, absolutely. It's going to be a massive ordeal. I think even on that first day, I'm going to be shocked by it. So hopefully if people can help me out by coming along and giving me a cheer, or making me flapjack or whatever - it's just feeling that support that's important. Even now, people have been giving me a pat on the back and handing me notes -

and that's just for the training! It's just extraordinary, and that's the kind of thing that keeps you going.

WE CAN'T LET YOU GO WITHOUT ASKING ABOUT STRICTLY COME DANCING. HAVE YOU BEEN WATCHING IT THIS YEAR? Obviously with Alex (Jones) being in, I have, yes. It's actually quite a privilege to watch it from a distance, knowing exactly what's going on.

It's so funny because I do feel exactly how I felt at this time last year, but this time because of the rickshaw challenge!

CAN ALEX WIN IT? Oh gosh, who knows? I went all the way to the final, but you never know who's going to get where. I'd like to say it's in the lap of the gods, but it's down to four judges really!

YOUR OLD PARTNER ALIONA VILANI HAS A GOOD CHANCE OF WINNING, DOESN'T SHE? With Harry? Yes, she's doing well, really good. It's such a nice thing to have a connection with it. I thoroughly enjoyed it, it's a great programme.

It was a privilege to be part of it.

DO HAVE ANY PLANS FOR A CELEBRATION ONCE YOU FINISH THE RICKSHAW RIDE? Yes, I'll be lying down! I'm not going to run around the country, waving my arms in the air, that's for sure! You know what, by the time I've finished, it won't be far off Christmas, and I'm looking forward to that. I just hope I get to London in time!

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£24-£30k OTE + excellent benefits.

Castle Cover are looking for motivated individuals to join their growing organisation in Poole.

The job role will involve speaking to potential customers over the phone to find them the best value deal on their home and car insurance from our panel of reputable Insurers.

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Part-time Office & Sales Administrator

DoorTECH is a Ferndown based company supplying and installing door safety devices nationwide - primarily to schools, nurseries and care homes. Our small, friendly office in Ferndown requires a permanent parttime sales and office administrator for a minimum of 16 hours per week over 4 days.

Duties are varied and include producing and following up invoices, dealing with suppliers, customers and field engineers, as well as general office admin and telephone answering. We are looking for someone with good organisational skills who is efficient and productive.

Previous experience of book-keeping and/or accounts would also be useful. Salary negotiable from £8-£10 per hour.

Please send CV to ian@doortech.co.uk or telephone 01202 862481

BOOKKEEPER

Quay Living are an independent rapidly expanding letting and sales agency based in Poole and require a full-time Bookkeeper.

Invoicing / receipts, owners statements, VAT returns, payroll, bank recs, rent demands, targets and budgets.

Must be extremely well organised, have high attention to detail and thrive in a busy environment! Sage 50 and advanced Excel experience essential, CFP packages an advantage.

Please apply in writing with CV to helen.challis@ quayliving.co.uk

Sales/ telesales/ Marketeers

Great opportunity to join fast growing B2B company full time or part time. Positions available in Sales, Telesales, and Appointment Generation Monday to Friday office hours only, Commission based to start with until you prove you are a performer Must be totally professional, clean cut, well spoken and driven!

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DOMESTIC CONVEYANCING SOLICITOR

Letchers Solicitors are seeking a Domestic Conveyancing Solicitor /FILEX or Licensed Conveyancer to take on an existing caseload including quality transactions initially based in the firm’s Ringwood Office but will be required in due course to be based full time at the firm’s Verwood Office due to expansion. This is a new position. The successful applicant will be working in a team of three servicing a wide variety of clients.

The applicant will need to be computer literate and knowledge of either Mountain or Iris Law Business would be an advantage.

The applicant should be 5 years plus PQE and salary will be commensurate with experience.

CV’s to the Senior Partner, Michael G A Stocken, Letchers Solicitors, 24 Market Place, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 1BS. Emails to michael. stocken@letchers.co.uk

Estate Agent Branch Managers

This is a fantastic opportunity for ambitious and high-achieving estate agents who are currently branch managers, senior negotiators or partners and are now looking for a new challenge. You will need a proven track record of increasing revenue and profit and have the ambition and talent to generate your own register of stock and negotiate sales. It will be essential to demonstrate you have the skills and commitment to deliver an exceptional level of personal service to your clients. There are roles in three distinct geographical areas: Canford Cliffs, Southbourne and Mudeford/Christchurch.

To apply, please send a CV and a letter explaining your interest in the role, to ameadows@ capitalandcoastal. co.uk All enquiries will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. No agencies please.

Secretary/ Administrator

Providing day-to-day administrative support to our expanding team of estate agents this role demands a meticulous eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks. The key duties include preparing client and direct marketing materials, diary and file management, supplier liaison & answering the telephone. Excellent computer skills are required, along with accurate grammar, and a self-motivated & positive attitude. Further information at www. capitalandcoastal.co.uk To apply, please send a CV and a letter explaining your interest in the role, to ameadows@ capitalandcoastal. co.uk All enquiries will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. No agencies please.

Capital and Coastal is a property boutique specialising in the sale of homes along the coast from Poole to Lymington. We are expanding and looking for experienced, knowledgeable and personable new team members.

Quality Engineer

Our client is a leading worldwide engineering company within the aerospace sector. They are currently seeking a Quality Engineer to join their team. You will have in-depth experience of quality / inspection engineering within the aerospace industry, with strong knowledge of AS9100 and 8D. Contact: 01202 530770 or carole@quantumrecruitment.co.uk

Fantastic opportunities for Health Care Assistants

Fantastic opportunity for experienced, reliable and enthusiastic Health Care Assistants to work within a small friendly team located in Bournemouth. The team care for elderly clients, some with Dementia, by caring for them either in their own homes or within one of our prestigious Nursing and Care Homes.

Your role will be to care for the clients and make sure they receive a high quality of care and support at all times. To promote independence whilst supporting them with their everyday needs.

The ideal candidate must have good communication skills, be very hands on with a calm and patient manner and work well within a team, but also able to work alone. A car driver is essential.

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Administrator

We are seeking an experienced ADMINISTRATOR to join our busy lettings office in Bournemouth, no lettings experience necessary! You will be providing essential support which will include general administration, answering the telephone, multitasking, organising repairs and maintenance for all our managed properties and a keen eye for attention to detail.

Hours are Monday – Friday 9.30am – 5.30pm and one in three Saturdays 9.30am – 12.00 Noon. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

Please send us your CV by post at Northwood, 721 Christchurch Road, Boscombe, BH7 6AQ or alternatively by e-mail Northwood@ BournemouthUK.com

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Letchers Solicitors are seeking a locum Domestic Conveyancing Executive this could either be a Solicitor, FILEX or suitably qualified Licensed Conveyancer to take on an existing caseload including quality transactions as from the 21st November based at the firm’s Ringwood Office. The assignment will depend upon a permanent appointment.

The applicant will need to be computer literate and knowledge of either Mountain or Iris Law Business would be an advantage.

CV’s to the Senior Partner, Michael G A Stocken, Letchers Solicitors, 24 Market Place, Ringwood, Hampshire BH24 1BS. Emails to michael. stocken@letchers.co.uk

LETTINGS MANAGER

Quay Living are an independent rapidly expanding letting agency based in Poole and require a Lettings Manager. Managing AST’s, corporate lettings and holidays Quay require someone with a proven track record in lettings and managing a team.

Driving licence essential and ARLA qualified preferred. Must thrive in a busy environment with high attention to detail.

Please apply in writing with CV to helen.challis@quayliving.co.uk

Full time Sales Consultant

£13,000 per annum + commission OTE £17,000 - £20,000 You will be responsible for driving sales and maximising customer conversions in our showrooms. You will be target driven who has a passion for driving revenue through providing excellent customer service. You will be given full product training to build on your existing sales and design skills and the opportunity to drive your personal sales.

To apply email your CV to manager.christchurch@bathstore.com

Sales / Lettings Negotiator

Greys Estate Agents are currently looking to recruit a Sales / Lettings negotiator in their busy Parkstone branch. The candidate will ideally have previous experience in Lettings and will need excellent communication and administration skills and the ability to work in a pressured environment with the drive to maintain standards and create new business. If you are looking for a rewarding and progressive role within a highly respected independent Estate Agency, please contact Lloyd on 01202 749390 or llemon@ greysestateagents.co.uk

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