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Inspire a lifelong passion for design B AL EA R I C B E AU T Y

A boho bolthole in Ibiza provides the perfect holiday home from home

The best London properties Dates for the diary Living the high life in N6

Why Game of Thrones star Gemma Whelan is loving her life in London

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Hampstead Reach Chandos Way NW11

A unique, flagship development on the borders of Hampstead Garden Suburb

A stunning development of 39, two and three bedroom apartments overlooking beautiful courtyard gardens with secure underground parking, hotel-style concierge and a luxurious specification.

Official launch weekend Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th July 2017 From 11am to 3pm.

Prices from ÂŁ995,000 Completion July & August 2017 Sole Agents

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CONTENTS 34 HOT L I ST

Laid back luxury: a boho bolthole is the perfect home away from home

What to see and where to go this month

36 I N T E RV I E W

Catch Gemma Whelan in GoT while you can – come autumn she’ll be busy elsewhere

39 ST Y L E & W E L LB E IN G

Pull off the last days of summer in the city in serious style with our guide to what’s hot

41 FO O D & DR IN K

Be it barbecue or picnic, while the sun shines, we’re still obsessed with al fresco eating

44 T R AV E L

A sunny Spanish escape, the new private members’ airline and once in a lifetime trips

49 I NT E R I O R S

Great news: having kids needn’t ring the death knell for your style credentials

52 AT H O M E W ITH

Tim Weller’s Ibizan holiday home is designed with relaxing and entertaining in mind

58 ACC E SS ALL A R E AS It’s easy to see why Highgate’s lucky residents feel on top of the world

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The pick of the market’s new homes

Summer in the city

Editor Liz Skone James, tel: 020 7292 5636 Art Director Penny Clements Writer Ali Howard, tel: 020 7292 5539 Photography Director Emmanuelle Peri Assistant Picture Editor Kathy Anne Lim Proofreader Naomi Misquita-Rice Account Director Katie Hutley Senior Account Manager Sam Playford, tel: 020 7292 5593 Senior Account Manager Becky Pomfret, tel: 020 7292 5678 Production Georgie Sykes, Alex Courtley New Homes Manager Karen de Pommereau, tel: 00331 43 80 65 05 Advertising Sales debbie@fabricmagazine.co.uk, tel: 07811 347299 REAP Magazines Ltd Debra Sharron, Trevor Abrahmsohn (Glentree Estates), Philip Green (Goldschmidt & Howland), Jonathan Hewlett (Savills), Mark Pollack (Aston Chase) Cover Photography Felicity McCabe Photography Assistant Ollo Weguelin Hair and Makeup Sarah Bullett

It’s traditionally a quiet month in London, with the crowds heading for the beaches. And with more space to breathe, I can’t help appreciating our Capital all the more. Our cover girl, Game of Thrones star Gemma Whelan is also feeling warm and fuzzy about the city, as she reveals how she makes the most of summer days off. She’d certainly be wise to enjoy some me-time, as come September she’ll be hearing the pitter patter of tiny feet. We suggest she checks out our advice on chic interiors for littlies before making any decisions about the nursery. Finally, if you’re one of those Londoners heading for a beach and you’re yet to book your break, take inspiration from our reviewer’s adventures in Andalucia. And if that inspires you to seek a more permanent holiday base, you might enjoy a snoop around one of Ibiza’s coolest holiday homes. Until next time, adios!

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A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE ON BUYING, RENTING AND SELLING HOMES.

EYRE COURT, FINCHLEY ROAD, NW8

£2,295,000 SOLE AGENT

Situated on the fourth floor of this highly sought after purpose built portered building is this three bedroom, two reception room apartment set back off the Finchley Road and opposite St John’s Wood Underground Station (Jubilee line). The apartment features an ‘eat-in’ kitchen plus utility room and intercommunicating lounge/dining room. Eyre Court benefits from 24 hour porterage, communal gardens and limited off street parking.

Three Bedrooms | Two Shower Rooms | Reception Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Utility Room | Communal Hot Water & Heating | Entrance Phone | Porterage | Communal Garden | Limited Off Street Parking | EPC - D

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CONYBEARE, NW3

£2,695,000 JOINT SOLE AGENT

An opportunity to purchase one of only three detached houses quietly situated in this private road. On the market for the first time in almost thirty five years this two story family home features an impressive 41ft reception/dining room with direct access onto a secluded private patio ideal for outdoor entertaining. Further benefits include well maintained communal gardens and private residents parking. Conybeare is located within 0.6 miles of Primrose Hill Park and Swiss Cottage Underground Station (Jubilee line).

Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom | Second Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room | Third Bedroom | Study | Family Bathroom | Guest WC | Reception/ Dining Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Utility Room | Alarm System | CCTV | Communal Gardens | Patio | Residents Parking | EPC - E

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ELM TREE ROAD ST JOHN’S WOOD NW8 A BEAUTIFUL DETACHED HOUSE SET WITHIN ITS OWN GROUNDS This is a private and spacious unique property with a beautifully mature and well maintained garden and outdoor space perfect for entertaining. Elm Tree Road is a country-style residence built by our client 25 years ago to suit their requirements and is a true family home nestled within the quiet and sought after St. John’s Wood.

Accommodation: Entrance hall, double reception, drawing room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and two dressing rooms, 3 further bedrooms, one with ensuite bathroom, bedroom 5/study, guest Bathroom, 2 guest cloakrooms, utility room. Amenities: Large south facing patio, garden, double garage, basement.

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ELM TREE ROAD ST JOHN’S WOOD NW8 FREEHOLD £7,950,000

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An opportunity to acquire a substantial and impressive family home (439sq m/4,730sq ft) set back from the road in an extremely private, secure and tranquil environment. This property has been designed to maximise light and offers large open plan entertaining areas with high ceilings and numerous double volume spaces to create a uniquely dramatic family home. Planning permission has also been secured to create an additional 800 sq ft of accommodation on the ground and first floor – plans are available on request. The house is well situated for the shops, cafés and amenities of St John’s Wood High Street, The American School in London and transport links for the City and West End (Jubilee Line).

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Principal bedroom with dressing room & en-suite bathroom, 4 further bedrooms (all with en-suite bathrooms), kitchen/breakfast room, drawing room, dining room, family room, sitting room, galleried study, staff bedroom with en-suite shower room, utility room, guest cloakroom, landscaped garden, secure off street parking, terrace & balconies off two of the bedrooms. EPC=D.

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020 7402 9494 16 Park Road, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4SH Facsimile: 020 7724 7055 Email: enquiries@bargets.co.uk

Double fronted detached family house Winnington Road, London, N2 In one of London's most prestigious roads, a double fronted, detached, large family house set behind a sweeping carriage driveway with wonderful entertaining rooms on a grand scale. The property is arranged over three floors measuring in excess of 5,000 sq.ft and benefits from a stunning 150' x 75' south west facing garden and summer house. Accommodation comprises an entrance hall, drawing room, dining room, family room, study, television room/bedroom seven, kitchen/ breakfast room, second kitchen, kitchenette, principal bedroom suite with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, five further bedrooms, three further bathrooms (one en-suite with separate dressing room), separate toilet, guest cloakroom, utility room, garage and off street parking for six cars. Occupying a prominent position in one of North West London’s premier residential roads, this property is close to Hampstead and Highgate Village, Kenwood and Hampstead Heath.

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Striking modern architecturally designed house Courtenay Avenue, London, N6 In one of London’s most exclusive private roads, with 24 hour security, The Villa is essential viewing. Everything is here including 11,000 sq.ft of flexible space which has design excellence in every last detail and a technical specification that is truly leading edge. The property includes seven bedrooms and spectacular living and entertaining space. Highgate, specifically the Kenwood area, is home to some of London’s finest residences, with Courtenay Avenue one of the most prestigious addresses. Kenwood’s rolling parkland is only moments away, and the natural lakeside amphitheatre is home to fine concerts and also Kenwood House with its classic art collection. Nearby are the hilltop villages of Highgate and Hampstead, with boutique options for shopping and fine dining. Highgate is home to two of England’s finest private schools. The West End and City are less than 20 minutes drive away, so Kenwood really does add up to the perfect location for enjoying London life.

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Oakhill Avenue HAMPSTEAD NW3

A handsome and well maintained 5,673 sq ft (gross internal) detached six/seven bedroom period house, located on the south side of this exclusive avenue, located just off Redington Road and within approximately five minutes’ walk of Hampstead Village.

The extensive ground floor offers excellent reception space, including an elegant reception hallway, 32' split level double reception room, dining room and bright 26' kitchen/dining room. The first floor provides a large master bedroom suite, family reception room/bedroom, bedroom/study and a further bedroom and bathroom, with the second floor offering 3/4 further bedrooms and a bathroom.

There is a beautiful 75ft south facing rear garden with feature fish pond, off street parking for two cars and a triple depth garage. A feasibility study has been carried out showing the basement extended and remodelled to offer a swimming pool and family room (with direct access to the garden), cinema, staff suite and utility area. Plans are available on request.

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A bright and spacious five bedroom bay fronted semi-detached house with a delightful secluded rear garden, located in this sought after enclave close to Golders Hill Park and King Alfred School.

Offered in good decorative order throughout with many delightful period features, the house provides a large reception hall with an excellent family orientated open plan reception room, dining room, conservatory and kitchen opening onto the garden. In addition, there is also a delightful bay fronted reception room.

The house offers four excellent bedrooms and three bathrooms (two en suite) on the first floor and a further bedroom and en suite shower room on the top floor, plus a large amount of eaves storage.

Access to Hampstead Heath & Golders Hill Park and the local amenities are only a short walk away, along with excellent transport facilities.

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A WELL PRESENTED THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT SECOND FLOOR PURPOSE BUILT FAMILY APARTMENT WITH BALCONY SITUATED WITHIN THIS EXCLUSIVE PORTERED BLOCK LOCATED ON THE PRESTIGIOUS AVENUE ROAD. ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING D

£1,650,000 Hampstead St John’s Wood Sales 7794 3111 1151 t: 020 7586 e: hampstead.sales@anscombes.co.uk e: sjw.sales@anscombes.co.uk 55 Heath Street, Hampstead, London, 88 St John’s Wood High Street, London,NW3 NW86UG 7SH

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DOUBLE ASPECT RECEPTION ROOM WITH HIGH CEILINGS MODERN FITTED KITCHEN / BREAKAST ROOM WITH DIRECT ACCESS TO SOUTH FACING ROOF TERRACE MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE BATHROOM THREE FURTHER BEDROOMS (ONE EN-SUITE)

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LOCAL EXPERTISE, INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION Email: sales@glentree.com

020 8458 7311

COTMAN CLOSE, NW11 £1,699,950 An elegant, four bedroom, semi-detached house situated in this sought after close.

Arranged over three floors, this well presented home comprises 1,860 sq ft of flexible living space and features two reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, principal bedroom with en suite bathroom, separate dressing room and a further double bedroom with an en suite. The property also benefits from a self contained studio/bedroom with en suite shower, delightful 60ft rear garden and off-street parking for two cars.

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Entrance Hall: Reception Room: Dining Room: Kitchen/ Breakfast Room: Guest WC: Master Bedroom with En Suite and Separate Dressing Room: 2/3 Further Bedrooms: 3 Further Bathrooms (2 En Suite): 60 ft Rear Garden: Off-Street Parking: EPC Rating F

LOCAL EXPERTISE, INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION Email: sales@glentree.com

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BROADLANDS ROAD, N6 PRICE ON APPLICATION Set well back from the road, on a wider than average plot behind a deep, sweeping carriage driveway and electric gates is this magnificent, detached family home offering over 7,240 sq ft of elegant living primarily over three floors.

Beautifully presented throughout this fine home has been meticulously finished to an exemplary standard. As you enter the grand entrance hallway the ground floor’s spacious accommodation comprises a drawing room, sitting room, dining area, family room, study, kitchen/breakfast room and a large utility room.

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On the upper floors the impressive, bright and airy master bedroom suite features an en suite bathroom, dressing room and terrace overlooking the rear garden, seven further double bedrooms (two en suite), two family bathrooms and a loft storage room. Externally the south facing landscaped garden is 92’ x 82’ with access to a large cellar. There is additionally a detached double length garage abutting the rear garden as well as an integral garage to the right hand side of the property. EPC Rating E.

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H I G H G AT E N6 £2,575,000 sOle agent

an immaculately restored victorian villa in this sought after tree lined road within easy reach of ancient woodland, highgate tube, highgate village and a number of local schools. the delightful accommodation is well balanced over 2 split level floors and enjoys a sumptuous principal bedroom suite, voluminous double reception room, well fitted kitchen/diner opening on to the secluded garden and retains numerous period features. houses of this quality are rare to the market and should be viewed to appreciate the quality of workmanship. energy Rating d.

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WEST HAMPSTEAD NW6 GUIDE £4,000,000 SOLE AGENT

A wonderful double-fronted family home offered with a garage and off street parking situated in this highly sought after residential street in West Hampstead. The house offers 4727 sq ft of family orientated accommodation and has a superb 126ft south-east facing rear garden. The house has been well maintained by the present owner but is now in need of some updating allowing an incoming purchaser to create their own vision. Homes of this size and in this location are exceptionally rare to the market and early viewing is strongly recommended. Energy Rating E. 020 7644 9300 NW 6@B-R.CO.UK

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ABBEY GARDENS, ST JOHN’S WOOD, NW8 33 1984 - 2017

A well presented, Grade II listed, family house (2,431 sq ft/ 226 sq m) located in this popular tree lined road. Arranged over 4 floors, the house retains many period features whilst offering flexible accommodation. Features include a 28’ formal reception room, 4/5 bedrooms and a 45’ rear garden.

ENTRANCE HALL • GUEST CLOAKROOM • RECEPTION ROOM • LIVING ROOM • KITCHEN/DINING AREA • TV AREA • STUDY • FAMILY ROOM/BEDROOM 5 • MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE DRESSING AREA AND BATHROOM • 3 FURTHER BEDROOMS • SHOWER ROOM • LAUNDRY ROOM • CENTRAL HEATING • FRONT AND REAR GARDENS • RESIDENTS’ PARKING • WITHIN EASY REACH OF ST JOHN’S WOOD UNDERGROUND STATION AND LOCAL BUS STOPS • EPC=D.

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£3,795,000

AVENUE ROAD, ST JOHN’S WOOD, NW8 An extremely spacious and bright 5 bedroom family apartment of approximately 2,868 sq ft/266 sq m, situated on the 2nd floor of this exclusive purpose built block located behind and within wonderful communal gardens on Avenue Road, one of the most exclusive roads in St John’s Wood. The property offers outstanding value and exceptional size rooms, with fantastic entertaining space including a double reception room of approximately 45’ in length, spacious kitchen, sizeable master bedroom, a balcony and casual off street parking.

The development is set behind a sweeping driveway and is within walking distance of the fashionable shops and restaurants of St John’s Wood High Street, Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill Park.

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GUEST CLOAKROOM • 45’ DOUBLE RECEPTION ROOM • KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM • 5 BEDROOMS • BATHROOM • SHOWER ROOM • PORTERAGE • LIFT • CCTV • EPC=D LONG LEASE

£2,850,000

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REGENT’S PARK OFFICE 213-215 Gloucester Place Regent’s Park London NW1 6BU T: 020 7723 9988 E: rpsales@sandfords.com

LINHOPE STREET MARYLEBONE, NW1

£1,950,000 FREEHOLD / SOLE AGENT

An absolutely charming three/four bedroom (1,383 sqft) period terraced house with double reception room, situated on a quiet residential street within the Dorset Square conservation area.

This beautiful home is arranged over four floors and comprises a 24' reception room, a kitchen/breakfast room with vaulted ceiling and an abundance of natural light, master bedroom with extensive fitted wardrobes and large en suite bathroom, two further bedrooms, second reception room/fourth bedroom, utility area and two shower rooms.

Linhope Street is a quiet residential turning close to Regent’s Park, it is enviably located between Baker Street and Marylebone Stations and forms part of the Dorset Square conservation area. EPC=D

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DE WALDEN STREET MARYLEBONE, W1

ÂŁ1,850,000 SOLE AGENT

45 YEAR LEASE, EXPIRING 24/06/2062 A fabulous and well presented, first and second floor maisonette with its own private street entrance, and planning permission (Application No: 16/09357/FULL) granted on the 18th November 2016 for roof level alterations, including new access enclosure, which will then provide access onto an outstanding outside area of 25' x 21.'

The apartment is well presented, having been updated in recent years, and incorporates a spacious reception room, kitchen/dining room, two well proportioned bedrooms, bathroom and shower room.

De Walden Street is located within yards of the fashionable Marylebone High Street and its famous shops, bars and restaurants. EPC=D.

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Warrington Crescent, Little Venice W9 Stunning maisonette overlooking communal gardens for sale in Little Venice, W9 Offered for sale measuring approximately 1,389 sq.ft. is this maisonette within a white stucco fronted period building in the heart of Little Venice. The property benefits from private terracing to the front and the rear overlooking the stunning communal gardens. EPC:D.

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Ingram Avenue, Hampstead Garden Suburb NW11 Detached 6 bedroom house A stunning newly built detached home of approximately 14,358 sq ft situated on this lovely leafy street in Hampstead Garden Suburb. This majestic property backs onto Turners Wood Bird Sanctuary. The grand living accommodation includes 6 bedroom suites, 4 reception rooms, and 7 bathrooms. EPC B

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1 BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED FAMILY HOME ON A QUIET RESIDENTIAL STREET falkland road, kentish town, nw5 Reception room ø kitchen ø 4 bedrooms ø wet room ø cellar ø guest cloakroom ø garden ø roof terrace ø 161 sq m (1,728 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Savills Hampstead James Diaper jdiaper@savills.com

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1 A HANDSOME GRADE II LISTED HOUSE carlton hill, st. john's wood, nw8 Entrance hall ø reception room ø dining room ø kitchen breakfast room ø master bedroom suite ø 5 further bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø roof terrace ø terrace ø 413 sq m (4,445 sq ft) ø EPC exempt

Savills St John's Wood & Regent's Park Zach Madison zmadison@savills.com

020 3043 3600 Guide £7.65 million Freehold

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Langland Gardens

Hampstead, NW3

Fabulous lateral 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom family home with high ceilings, large windows, floor-to-ceiling doors, a private west facing terrace, a large allocated off-street parking space & access to an enormous communal garden with children’s play area. Sole Agent.

EPC rating C

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ÂŁ1,950,000 share of freehold

Hampstead

020 7794 3311

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Clifton Court

Little Venice, NW8

A delightful 2 double bedroom apartment on the 3rd floor of this well run mansion building. The property, almost 1,000 sq ft offers a generous reception room, well-appointed kitchen, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) views & access to the communal garden in this building, which has a caretaker.

EPC rating F

ÂŁ1,200,000 leasehold

Little Venice

020 7286 4632

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Courtenay Avenue KENWOOD N6

Set behind a sweeping carriage driveway, an impressive detached house on one of London’s premier roads, immediately opposite Kenwood House.

The property provides family orientated accommodation of 5,390 sq ft / 500 sq m set around a magnificent double height reception hall, and features mature gardens extending to 0.45 of an acre.

Courtenay Avenue is a prestigious private cul-de-sac protected by guard operated security gates, monitoring access to the road 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Planning permission had been granted for a magnificent new residence of 13,488 sq ft / 1,253 sq m over four floors behind a retained façade, to include a substantial leisure complex with swimming pool and cinema. Although the planning consent has lapsed it has been reapplied for and is scheduled to be reinstated shortly. £8,950,000

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£3,250,000

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An outstanding, semi-detached, lateral family home Elmira, Wolseley Road offering in excess of 4600 sq ft of well-designed accommodation and is well located for the amenities of Crouch End Broadway and Highgate Underground station with the open spaces of Shepherd’s Hill Gardens and Queen’s Woods.

Energy Efficiency Rating - C79

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An extremely rare Grade II listed Georgian House on Pilgrims Lane, Hampstead Village, NW3 located moments from the High Street and Hampstead Heath. Arranged over just 3 floors, the house retains many period features and is set behind a lovingly maintained garden.

Comprising 5 reception rooms, a charming kitchen with an Aga, 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

Energy Efficiency Rating - Listed Building

Hampstead 020 7435 4404

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Painting of a Chinese Puzzle Ball, Piers Secunda (2010)

EXHIBITION

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Celebrating the world of paint – and all the weird and wonderful things you can do with it – this enchanting group exhibition showcases the work of 18 emerging international artists who’ve each benefited from a residency at this Notting Hill gallery. With access to studio space, materials from leading paint brands, and even advice and expertise from on-site chemists, this talented bunch really have come up with the goods: Mike Ballard explodes paint cans onto canvasses, Bea Haines uses ashes to make pigment, while Piers Secunda creates super-intricate sculptures from nothing but industrial floor paint. Prepare to be wowed.

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A night of peace and music is promised at this unique event held at one of the Capital’s most intriguing venues. Musical neighbours – albeit centuries apart – the lives and works of both Handel and Hendrix are celebrated in the flanking Georgian Mayfair townhouses they once inhabited. Marking the date of Hendrix’s notorious headline performance in 1969, this Woodstock party – chez Jimi – looks set to sparkle with live performances, DJs spinning vintage vinyl, ’60s costumes and a pop-up cocktail bar.

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A brand new production in a brand new theatre… If you’re yet to catch Clarke Peters’ hit West End and Broadway musical, now’s the time. The pop-up venue has been purpose-built for the Olivier- and Tony-award winning show, and is designed to transport audiences back to the engrossing jazz bars of 1940s New Orleans. Musical theatre at its best – with an irresistible live soundtrack of soul, blues, gospel and early R‘n’B.

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Looking for imaginative ways to entertain the kids this summer holiday? You won’t need to go far to dig out a host of activities exploring the Capital’s hidden Roman heritage – providing a history lesson they’ll love. This comprehensive season of walks, talks, exhibitions and special events is, in fact, for everyone, and promises a truly fascinating delve into the secrets of yesteryear that lie beneath the city. Including an art and archeology fun day, in which future archeologists are encouraged to discover genuine Roman artifacts, write a Roman mystery with author Caroline Lawrence, learn to fight like gladiators, and hone their Roman crafting skills with mosaic, pottery and drawing workshops.

Thanks to the players of the People’s Postcode Lottery, The Royal Parks Foundation have launched Mission: Invertebrate to get a better understanding of the invertebrates that make their home in the grasslands of the Capital’s Royal Parks.

Invertebrates include beasties such as bees, butterflies, spiders and worms, all of which we’d struggle to survive without.

They provide us with vital services, from pollinating plants to providing food for other animals – and so the work the charity is doing really is crucial.

To discover more about these amazing creatures, join The Royal Parks for a free family day out this summer.

The Mission: Invertebrate team are hitting the road with their Giant Snail Tour, which promises storytelling, bug trails, creative crafting and invertebrate missions galore.

Look out for the Giant Snail Caravan packed with things for all the family to do.

Events are taking place in a variety of locations between now and October.

For more information, visit royalparks.org.uk/ missioninvertebrate.

The Royal Parks is a charity created to fundraise for and manage 5,000 acres of Royal parkland across London. Every year 77 million visitors enjoy London’s eight amazing Royal Parks and the unparalleled opportunities they offer for exploration and healthy living in the heart of our Capital. (supporttheroyalparks.org)

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Game changing As the latest series of Game of Thrones hits our television screens, we chat to Gemma Whelan about work, life in London and a very different new role WO RDS L I Z S KO N E JAM E S PH OTO G R A P H Y F E L I CITY M c CABE | H AIR & M AK EU P SA R A H B U LLETT 36 |

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There are some jobs so huge that the appeal of the character or the requirements of the audition barely register. Such was the case when Gemma Whelan was asked to a slightly unorthodox audition (you probably saw her talking about it on The Graham Norton Show, and if not, there’s always Google): “you just champ at the bit for a role on something like Game of Thrones, really, and hope that you are right for it,” she explains.

Fortuitously, Yara Greyjoy’s character had much to recommend it. “I recognised her strengths, and certain qualities she has. You know, integrity and family values, and a real view of what she wants and how to get it.

And of course, the writing was so fantastic. The whole job appealed to me hugely, but I never dreamed that I would get it.” Five years on, with season 7 currently screening in the UK, she is still pinching herself.

Can she tell us anything about what’s in store? Absolutely, categorically not, aside from the fact that it will be “bigger and better than ever before,” she laughs. “I’m not allowed to say a thing about it, and I don’t think that anybody would want me to!” In fact, she knows very little, aside from her own storylines – there’s a code of secrecy amongst cast and crew, who, other than the one episode shown at the premier in L.A, will be watching all of it on television for the first time, along with fans, this summer.

Gemma, “a massive attention-seeker” by her own admission, once dallied with the idea of nursing, but soon realised that a fear of blood (“not the fake stuff, which is enormous fun, obviously”) would put paid to ambitions of that nature. She recalls a childhood spent “prancing about” at ballet and tap lessons, and corralling cousins into Christmas Day dramatic renditions of Just William, in which she starred as Violet Elizabeth Bott – “terrible, terrible affairs

that nobody else wanted to be in.” It was obvious that a creative future beckoned, and fortunately Gemma’s parents spotted bossiness and talent in equal measure: “I was very lucky to have really supportive parents who were not pushy. They were very sensible about money and getting qualifications and stuff as well, but no wings were clipped and they were very encouraging. So it always felt as if I had permission to, and I was able to do it.”

Thanks to those childhood ballet lessons, Gemma first made a name for herself as a dancer. In the late Noughties she appeared as a 1920s-style showgirl with the Beaux Belles dance troupe. But while dancing may have opened doors for her, she no longer performs professionally. “I dance often, with my husband, at the flat, but no, I don’t perform anymore. I mean I’m not averse to it if a role comes up that requires dancing, I mean, I’ve still got it,” she laughs.

In fact, dancing is just one of the skills on Gemma’s CV. In 2010 she received a Funny Woman Award for her comedy alias Chastity Butterworth. The “potty-mouthed Mary Poppins” went on to appear at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2013, in Chastity Butterworth and the Spanish Hamster, and hosted her own comedy chat show on Radio Four earlier this year, and Gemma assures me that radio fans have not heard the last of Chastity.

But comedy was a far cry from one of Gemma’s latest performances, in Moorside, in which she played Karen Matthews (yes, that really was Gemma). The BBC’s dramatisation of the kidnapping of Shannon Matthews met with resounding critical acclaim, and fans were left speechless by Gemma’s unnervingly accurate portrayal of the kidnap victim’s mother. It is little wonder she considers it to be one of her biggest achievements to date. “I may be deluded but it seemed to go down quite well and I am very proud of having been part of that storytelling,” she explains.

So what next? As far as aspirations go, Gemma is hoping to perfect a somewhat different skill this autumn. “I am currently pregnant – and I suppose I aspire to being a very good mummy,” she reveals, shyly, adding: “that sort of cancels out any kind of ideas about, ‘one day I would like to be in a Hollywood movie’. I think I would like to be a good mummy and see what follows.” That something will follow, career-wise, is not in doubt. “There are jobs on the horizon beyond September, but that do give me a good bit of time to get my bearings… I know myself – I’m a workaholic. We are going to have to compromise! The nice thing is that the industry is much more open to that now.”

Right now though, with the most serendipitous of timing, she’s got some time off to enjoy being at home in London before the baby arrives, and she intends to make the most of it. Swimming in the ladies’ pond on Hampstead Heath (“quite magical”), wandering through the manicured splendour of Regent’s Park, de-stressing with a yoga class at TriYoga in Camden, enjoying a veggie feast with friends at Mildred’s in Soho… she could wax lyrical all day. “There are not many places that I am not happy in London, actually. We are very lucky,” she grins. But more than that, Gemma loves her neighbours. “There is so much love in London, I find, anyway.

I feel like we are very united, and I like the camaraderie, that I certainly feel. I love the openness, and the joy. I enjoy my fellow Londoners very much and all of the variety and diversity that there is here,” she gushes, adding, “I may be in a sort of yogic, pregnancy bubble of joy…” If that’s her excuse, I’m not sure what mine is.

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Style&wellbeing The autumn collections might be in store already, but it’s still summer in the city – just – so allow us to help you squeeze every last drop out of the season

GOLDEN PINEAPPLE We think no summer suitcase is complete without one of these TAIKKA ananas+ clutch bags, not least because they’re made from pineapple leaves (oh so tropical). Crafted from Piñatex, a plant-based material that mimics the appearance and function of leather, and fully lined with cotton canvas, the bags prove that eco-fashion need not sacrifice style or functionality. £95 (taikka.com) NATURALLY BEAUTIFUL HAIR We love summer in the city, but our lovely locks probably wouldn’t agree.

UV rays and air pollution both make hair look and feel dry (never mind sand and sea). Toughen up tresses with a winning haircare regime from Leonor Greyl.

Their natural shampoos, conditioners and styling products are designed to cleanse, neutralise and create a barrier against environmental aggressors.

They are SLS-free and formulated using organic ingredients where possible, and the stylish bottles won’t look amiss on your bathroom shelf, either. Prices from £19.50, stockists include John Bell & Croyden (leonorgreyl.com) LA VIE EN ROSE Don’t miss The Urban Retreat’s Rose Festival. This month the marocMaroc spa will be offering limited edition rose Hammam rituals. Deeply relaxing, the cleansing treatment leaves skin beautifully soft. Better yet, everybody who experiences the ritual will receive a complimentary Rose Velours Body Milk,

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Monday-Friday until September 1. £30.50, bookings through BARREToned, Notting Hill Studio, 12 Chepstow Road, W2 (020 7229 8668; barretoned.com; mycocotte.uk)

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C HOR IZO SCOTC H E GG W I TH S M ASHED AVO C A DO Fans of Chiltern Firehouse will be excited to hear that chef Lee Andrews is now cooking up a storm at NW1’s newest brasserie, Gabeto (Spanish for ‘our house’). Housed in Camden Market’s historic stable block, the exciting new venue features casual and formal eating areas, a cocktail bar, and a large heated terrace that will host a series of street food pop ups. The main brasserie menu promises to mix carefully sourced British ingredients with a hint of Latin flavour. We’ve fallen for the signature scotch egg. Nobody makes it better than Lee, but with his secret recipe we’re willing to give it a go. Perfect picnic fodder…

Camden Market, via Stables Gate, Chalk Farm Road, NW1 (020 7424 0692; gabeto.co.uk) 1 Place the egg, still in its shell, in a pan of cold salted water.

2 Bring to the boil over a high heat, then reduce to a simmer for exactly nine minutes.

3 Drain and cool the egg under cold running water, then peel.

4 Mix the sausage and chorizo meat with the parsley and season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

5 Roll sausage and chorizo meat into a ball and press between cling film until flat.

6 Roll the egg in the seasoned flour until coated.

7 Place the egg on top of the sausage meat, then wrap, ensuring the coating completely covers the egg.

INGREDIENTS For the egg 1 large free-range egg 50g quality sausage meat 50g chorizo, chopped 2g chopped fresh parsley salt and freshly ground black pepper 30g plain flour, seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 free-range egg, beaten 30g panko breadcrumbs vegetable oil, for deep frying For the guacamole half a mashed avocado sprinkle of chilli flakes squeeze of lime

8 Dip the sausage meat-coated egg in the beaten egg, rolling to coat completely, then dip and roll into the panko breadcrumbs until covered.

9 Heat the oil in a deep heavy-bottomed pan until a breadcrumb sizzles and turns brown when dropped into it.

10 Carefully place the scotch egg into the hot oil and deep-fry for 8-10 minutes, until golden and crisp and the sausage meat is completely cooked.

11 Carefully remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.

12 Mash the avocado with a fork and sprinkle with chilli flakes and a squeeze of lime before placing scotch egg on top to serve.

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Opened in 2014, the threestorey building on Marylebone’s Blandford Street features a first floor gallery and event space, along with a ground floor restaurant and courtyard terrace. Lunch service is led by head chef, co-founder and Young British Foodie finalist Ollie Templeton and his team, who offer a weeklychanging, seasonally-inspired menu. And come the evening, a programme of ongoing collaborations showcase culinary talent from around the world. We’re excited about this month’s residency from north London girl Olia Hercules. Celebrating the release of her second book, Kaukasis The Cookbook, her menu will offer a taste of Azerbaijan, Georgia and beyond, with inventive twists on authentic dishes such as Khachapuri, a Georgian cheese-filled bread, and Dyushbara, a dish of traditional Azerbaijani dumplings.

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BARBECUE BRILLIANCE Burnt sausages and undercooked chicken do not an al fresco feast make. Impress your garden guests with these tips from David Carter of Smokestak

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JOZEF YOUSSEF Chef at Kitchen Theory

When I was a child I wanted to be… Richard Branson. I was about five when he was hot air ballooning around the world and we were tracking his progress on a map at school. I was totally hooked!

The first thing I cooked was… rice. I’m mad about the stuff in all of its glorious forms and learnt how to cook it properly from a young age.

Burn fuel with flavour Sourcing your wood is as important as sourcing your meat. Different woods offer different flavours, but also different levels of heat and burn time. We use kiln-dried English oak but beech, birch, chestnut and apple offer equally great results.

My kitchen heroes are…

Ferran Adrià, for blowing open the doors to creativity and kickstarting this golden age of gastronomic experimentalism we are currently enjoying; and the legendary Fernand Point, whose book, Ma Gastronomie is one of my favourites and a must read for any chef.

Use a water pan Smoking is a long, dry process. Adding a water/drip pan allows you to create a moist environment, resulting in more succulent dishes.

For the ultimate dinner party…

I cheat by getting guests to roll their own sushi, adding some fried gyoza to the mix and a quick seaweed salad. This generally goes down a treat – it’s lots of fun and even the kids can get involved.

Cook with indirect heat Be patient and let gentle heat cook the meat. Light your fire in one side of the barbecue and place your meat on the opposite end. Keep the lid down with a low, gentle fire. The smoke will do the work but it needs time.

Manage airflow When smoking you want to keep a steady flow of smoke and oxygen through the barbecue. It’s important to have a good air intake and a good exhaust (a chimney or smokestack) to draw the smoke out the other end.

C H E F ’ S TA B L E Ever wondered why you spent so much money creating a dream kitchen that you never use? Blessed as we are with so many wonderful restaurants, Londoners are increasingly choosing to eat out rather than entertain at home. But it’s a trend that restaurateur Tetsuro Hama hopes to reverse, with his new private dining platform Eho Chef.

Whether you choose to

host an informal barbecue or a five-course haute cuisine dinner, imagine a chef arriving ahead of your guests to prepare, serve and then clean up afterwards, leaving your kitchen just as they found it. With a huge variety of chefs available, representing 23 nationalities and numerous cuisines, and including the likes of Anton Edelmann, of Savoy Hotel fame, there’s something to

suit every taste and budget.

Budding home chefs can even book their own cookery masterclass.

Time to polish up that neglected silverware.

Menus start at £30 per head for three courses, with secure payment through Stripe. For more information and to book your chef, see ehochef.com

My last meal on earth would be… with my family, at Disfrutar in Barcelona. We’ve eaten there before, and to date it is one of my (and my five-year-old son’s) most memorable meals ever!

When I feel down I cook… nothing. Unfortunately I’m one of those people who completely loses their appetite when not feeling all that great.

My favourite London restaurant is…

Ten Ten Tei in Soho, for its honest, well-priced Japanese food. As an experience it reminds me of the quick easy meals you eat while out and about in Tokyo.

My ultimate London day consists of… a picnic lunch of olives, bread and ibérico ham at Somerset House while my son plays in the fountains, followed by a quick siesta.

Later on, drinks at The Gibson, then a dinner with friends at Sushi Samba (I love the view).

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Travel Name of the game FLY SOUTH FOR THE WINTER While you might still be preoccupied with thoughts of the beach, now’s the time to start planning those winter trips, not least because time is of the essence if you want to take advantage of this rather special offering from White Desert. Their luxury Whichaway Camp in Antarctica underwent a stunning refurbishment last year, and is now in such high demand that there are only a few spots left on trips this year. To add to the appeal, this coming season sees the introduction of a completely carbon neutral private jet service from Cape Town, South Africa to Antarctica.

Run in line with strict ecological guidelines, the first departure is scheduled for November.

A Gulfstream jet will fly guests 4,000 km over the incredible icepack of the Southern Ocean before passing into 24 hours of continuous sunshine. On-board catering will come in the form of a selection of delicacies including sushi and Wagyu beef tartare, while cocktails will be garnished with thousand-year-old glacial ice from Antarctica. With one of the most iconic mountains on Earth as the backdrop – named Wolf’s Fang – guests will land on a specially prepared blue ice runway.

The fitting start to a holiday of a lifetime.

Prices from $32,000 per person for the 4-day Ice and Mountains adventure. For details and to book, see white-desert.com

Adventurous travellers seeking the very best game viewing need look no further than a brand new camp on the Selous Game Reserve in Southern Tanzania.

This month sees the opening of Asilia Africa’s Roho ya Selous.

The Swahili word ‘roho’ translates as ‘heart’, and the camp certainly lives up to its name, with an unparalled location right in the heart of the reserve. Eight stretch canvas bedroom tents provide luxurious accommodation. There is also an inside bar and seating area under stretch canvas, and an outside dining area in the shade of the trees with a fire-pit. Experiences on offer include boat safaris and catchand-release fishing trips, as well as traditional game drives and guided walking safaris, with night drives (post-sundowner/pre-dinner) providing an opportunity for leopard spotting, too. Roho Ya Selous is bookable through Timbuktu, with prices from £695 per person, per night. Stays can be built into any of Timbuktu’s customisable itineraries. For all enquiries contact hello@timbuktutravel.com (020 7193 1326; timbuktutravel.com)

SURF THE SKIES Complicated bookings and wasted hours spent queuing are set to become a thing of the past. This summer the world’s first all-you-can fly membership airline is offering European members the benefits of private aviation for a fraction of the usual price. For a fixed monthly fee, Surf Air offers unlimited flights between London and other key European destinations aboard state-of-the-art Embraer Phenom 44 |

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300 jets. Routes to Ibiza and Cannes have already launched, with Zurich, Luxembourg, Munich and Milan coming next month. Using the Surf Air app, tickets can be booked in seconds from any hand held device, and because members are subject to security checks when they join, pre-flight screening times are dramatically reduced – meaning passengers can turn up just 15 minutes before departure. With

space for just eight passengers on each flight, a very personal service is assured. Add to that a private terminal with valet parking, and members can be certain that there will be no mixing with the hoi polloi. Launched in 2013 in California, Surf Air now offers its 4,000 members 90 daily flights on 12 routes. Subscriptions from £1,750 per month. For more information or to become a member, visit surfair.com/eu

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Moorish magic A rather special retreat in the south west of Spain offers sunshine, sparkling seas and golden sands WO RDS A L I H OWA R D

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Flights from London to Jerez, Seville or Gibraltar.

Rates at Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri start from €144 per room, based on two people sharing on a B&B basis (barcelo.com)

Determined to avoid an early morning schlep to Stansted, our game of hide-and-seek – to discover the aptly named Royal Hideaway Sancti Petri – begins with a far more civilised afternoon flight from Gatwick to Gibraltar. We’ve come the scenic route but a stop-off in Little Britain is a must if you’re yet to experience the terrifying near wing-dip into water as you circumvent the notorious Rock. Roller coasters have nothing on this and we know now we’re in for an adventure. It’s late and the border’s closed to traffic. We have to walk into Spain. Still laughing at the familiar beeps of the British traffic lights (but look, there’s Africa!), we don’t immediately spot the open door to the right of the abandoned ePassport gates. So that’s how we go through with a small child... Brits abroad, eh? It turns out we’re the only ones on the other side and the blunt contrast between the two cultures – through one silly but seemingly magical room – really is remarkable.

Tarifa is our first stop and we bed down close to Valdevaqueros beach – our first of three, because there are serious sandcastles to be built. It’s known as one of Spain’s last wild beaches with its 5 km stretch of white sand, turquoise choppy sea and huge dunes. Predictably, the money men are closing in and we’re glad we’re experiencing it now before it turns full Torremolinos.

Next is a visit to the old town of Cádiz, via an air-

conditioned drive through the baked-but-beautiful countryside along the Costa de la Luz. Here, we fill up on authentic tapas and city sights. The golden tiles of the cathedral dome twinkle majestically in this light.

And we’re able to catch the sun going down over the impossibly blue waters of the marina before we head for more beach action the following day – only this time it’s packed – and we concede we’ve packed an awful lot in.

Exhausted, we’re ready to find our sanctuary.

You can’t miss Sancti Petri’s terracotta glow in the bright sun as you approach the sprawling hillside hotel.

A charmingly higgledy-piggledy village in its own right, we check in on floor 4 but must descend a few storeys to find our elegant suite, where it becomes clear we’ve R E Vlucked IEW out and are, in fact, perfectly positioned overlooking both the inviting pools and the sparkling sea below. More than ready to dive in, the dilemma hits hard: pool or beach?

It’s a tough one. Inevitably the kids’ pool, with its enticing water slide, wins out, but of course, we’ve plenty of time to experience every corner of sun-drenched luxury – and that’s the beauty of simply being here: it’s impossible not to relax with it all so tangibly close at hand. And when we’re not in sea, sand, or sun lounger, we’re finding even deeper levels of relaxation (if that were possible) at the Royal Hideaway’s sumptuous U-spa: a blissful signature massage for me, a restorative hydrotherapy circuit for him.

But swimming and lounging and being pampered comatose is hungry work and by dinnertime our appetites are muy grande. So too are our eager eyes as we’re led to our table past the most extravagant buffet spread imaginable.

We’re feeling suitably smug having plumped for half board at the Almadraba restaurant. Serving up an ever-changing variety of Mediterranean and international cuisine courtesy of chef Alejandro García, the choice is deliciously endless, even for the veggie of the party – a rare feat in this part of the world. Sadly our eyes prove bigger than stomachs and we finally admit defeat in the knowledge we’ll be back for breakfast. And after one last go on the enchanting chocolate fountain – there’s always room for that – we head back to the beach before bed and to our amazement, witness a trail of horses silhouetted by the glorious golden semi-circle behind them. We stop to drink it all in and smile. Yes, Andalucian sunsets are alright.

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Interiors B AT H T I M E E M B O SS E D Bette’s new bath and washbasin collection, launched this month, brings a sculptural expression to the contemporary bathroom.

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H I T T H I S : A R T E M E ST.CO M When it comes to the finest handmade décor, there’s no denying that Italians do it best. Founded by Ippolita Rostagno and Marco Credendino, who share a passion for bringing luxury Italian crafts to an international audience, Artemest is our new interiors obsession. An online treasure trove of over 7,000 hand-crafted products including furniture, lighting, décor and gifts by Italy’s most talented and celebrated designers, it is irresistible.

D E S I G N E R LOV E - I N Fine furniture makers Jonathan Charles are branching out with a series of exciting partnerships that promise an invigorating new dynamic. One such collaboration is with doyennes of wonderfully whimsical fabrics and wallpaper, Elli Popp. The brand have created a beautiful botanical patterned silk fabric to rework a Jonathan Charles classic: the Bamboo Breeze Regency style bench makes the perfect summertime statement piece. £4,349 (jonathancharlesfurniture.com)

B AG S O F ST Y L E Forget tog ratings and packed down sizes, practicality went out of the window the moment we saw these statement sleeping bags from London-based fashion designer Leah Nicholls. Inspired by catwalk prints, each Sleeping Beauties bag – available in single and double sizes – is made from 100 per cent cotton; boasts a concealed inner pocket for phone, loose change and keys; and comes with a matching pillowcase and eye mask. Not the outdoorsy type? We think they make gorgeous throws, too. Single, £64.99 and double, £139.99 (sleepingbagbeauties.com)

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DOING IT FOR THE KIDS There’s a well-known saying amongst weary parents: keeping a house in order when you have small children is much like eating a KitKat whilst brushing your teeth.

Add a love of designer interiors to your house-proud ways and it’s enough to send the blood pressure skyrocketing. But with some design-led finds of their very own, and advice on how to stay stylish – despite the flying fromage frais – achieving a beautiful home really can be child’s play WO R DS A L I H OWA R D

This neutral nursery makes the most of natural light while maintaining privacy with white printed frosted film – a stylish solution for breastfeeding mums. (windowfilm.co.uk)

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HOM E HAC KS FO R HOU SE - PR OU D PA R E NTS NO R DIC NURSERY Start little design-lovers early with a trip to Skandium – who happen to be launching their first children’s range this August – and introduce them to the wonders of sleek scandi design. The collection will feature furniture pieces, toys and accessories, all carefully selected with the needs of both parent and child in mind. Here’s hoping they’ll leave with a love of minimalism. 86 Marylebone High Street, W1U (020 7935 2077; skandium.com) L IT T LE P RINTS CH A R M I N G Ottoline, an online interiors boutique for pattern and print, takes inspiration from large geometric urban shapes and architecture as well as the works of world-renowned artists. Beautifully bright and colourful, their funky furnishings are perfect for cool kids who don’t subscribe to pink and blue gender norms. And with names like Space Out, Sky Candy and Homework, they’re stylish and fun all the way. (ottoline.nl) B O UTIQUE BABY Another online shop whose carefully curated collection remains refreshingly gender neutral is The Modern Nursery. As the name suggests, the company was borne out of a desire for cute and contemporary homewares for babies and children that are just as pleasing for parents with an eye for good design. We love French brand PÖM le Bonhomme’s Bunny wall stickers – and your stylesavvy little ones will, too. £18 (themodernnursery.com)

Sommer Pyne, owner of House Curious and mum to Lyla and Indy, gives her top tips on how to keep a stylish home with small children 1. SMART STORAGE

4. FIND THE RIGHT

Whether you’re doing a renovation or simply redecorating, it’s worth investing in built-in storage. A good carpenter should be able to knock something bespoke up for half the price of a branded cupboard or wardrobe.

FLOORING

If you’re redecorating, consider flooring carefully.

Carpet may not be the smartest idea. In our house we have concrete and wooden floors so no matter how many accidents we have, they’re easy to clean.

2. A CASE FOR BASKETS

Baskets not only look great but can also hide a mountain of things.

Buy a decorative basket, put a sheet inside and fill it with all your child’s toys.

Place a lovely woollen blanket or throw on top.

This makes for a great decorative piece.

3. DON’T COMPROMISE ON STYLE

My house probably doesn’t seem that kidfriendly – I still have velvet and fabric sofas – but it is in so many ways.

Make sure you have a large throw or sheet to hand for messy moments (it can be easily stored under the sofa).

5. KEEP IT CLUTTER-FREE

Simplify your space with just the essentials and decorative pieces you absolutely love. In our family room there’s no coffee table in the middle.

This way my daughter can run around freely without bumping her head on sharp edges. The other alternative is to have a soft ottoman.

6. ZONE IT

We have areas that are no-go zones for kids.

We have a great family room and Lyla’s bedroom for her many toys, but there are certain rooms that are out of bounds.

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Pom Pom Basket in teal, pink, yellow and mint – the prettiest toy tidy. £35 (olliella.com)

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Entertaining is evidently the main concern – that much is in the very design. From the outdoor bar and barbecue area with its built-in pizza oven, to the large inviting dining spaces (one slightly more formal than its country kitchen style counterpart) Ibiza’a playful spirit is perfectly captured in the villa’s laid-back boho feel. It’s an aesthetic that’s endlessly fascinating with a curated collection of furniture pieces that each have a story to tell – testament to Godrich’s tailored approach. “A lot of the furniture we bought was reclaimed and then re-upholstered or repaired,” Tim explains when asked how he worked with Godrich to personalise the property. “We love it!

Bespoke upholstered armchairs; a huge daybed and cushions by Violet & George; the highly sought after Tropicalia chairs by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso; a pair of multi-coloured Pumpkin chairs; patterned armchairs

by Andrew Martin… And the stunning gold and orange pendant lights by Zenza complete this modern picture of Balearic bliss.” (cantikiibiza.com; godrichinteriors.com)

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Clockwise from top: exteriors are bright, white and contemporary; midcentury pieces add vintage appeal; the view from the pool

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When he’s not at his St. John’s Wood home, Tim spends his leisure time at his beautifully eclectic Ibizan villa, Can Tiki, which he describes as “a lovely private hideaway surrounded by woodland and mature garden.” It really is the perfect bolthole, positioned in the middle of the island, close to the quaint, diminutive village of Santa Gertrudis. Designed by Holland Park’s Godrich Interiors – whose trademark fearlessness makes for super-interesting abodes that don’t look interior designed at all – the property successfully mixes old world Balearic charm with bucket-loads of contemporary sass.

And that’s not the only contradiction here: the villa’s retro rustic appeal is countered with full-on luxury: a large outdoor pool boasts space for over 16 sunbeds while a separate guest house features a super-king master suite complete with a raindrop shower, huge stone bath, and a walk-in dressing room. There’s a TV room with a 64” plasma screen, too, as well as an enviable choice of terraces upon which to grab a glass of sangria and unwind. The design brief? “Retro cool meets ethnic chic,” Tim reveals, “chock-full of bright colours and intriguing art and deco, all the while retaining original elements of rustic, Ibicenco charm. We wanted to add an injection of quirky personality and style, sitting alongside some statement pieces such as the bar, which was created entirely from reclaimed church fittings.” Delightfully sacrilegious, the wayward Catholic iconography continues with a collection of vintage Playboy covers in the shape of a cross, “courtesy of London art warehouse Signed and Original,” Tim enthuses. “Naughty, but very, very nice!”

As much a party pad as it is utterly homely (another dichotomy) Can Tiki and its glorious surroundings offer a lifestyle that’s both irresistible and immediate. “We loved the fact that you can enjoy the peace and tranquility of the island but also enjoy the party scene if you want to,” says Tim. “This was particularly appealing to our three grown-up children. We knew we could guarantee one week with each of them if we bought on the island.”

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Georgian architecture, leafy streets and abundant green space lend Highgate a quaint, rural charm, while a zone three tube station and the breathtaking skyline views offered from its lofty vantage point serve as a reminder of its unrivalled location. Blue plaques aplenty, celebrating the likes of Sir John Betjeman, Mary Kingsley and J.B. Priestley, attest to the area’s unwavering popularity.

Today’s loyal locals love the bustling high street and the strong community spirit, while visitors come from far and wide to visit Hampstead Heath’s wild acres and the atmospheric Victorian cemetery, in which the Communist philosopher Karl Marx is buried P H OTO GRAP HY KATHY A N N E LI M

Coleridge’s Xanadu The poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge moved here in 1816, hoping to cure his opium habit with the help of a Dr James Gilman, who lived on Pond Square.

In 1823, with his addiction under control, he moved to

a house on The Grove, where he wrote many of his later poems. He once compared the view from his bedroom window, taking in the upper woods of Hampstead Heath and Kenwood House, to his own sacred kingdom of Kubla Khan.

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LOCAL HEROES HIGHGATE WCD INTERIORS N6 The home of Walter Castellazzo Design, this Highgate boutique offers a diverse mix of homewares, from vintage furniture pieces to stylish ceramics, home fragrance to luxury textiles. Having started life in Camden Market, the quirky shop has been a Highgate staple since 1996 and is a go-to for local residents looking for unique design pieces. Mark Sumray from Benham & Reeves says: “Walter has an eclectic assortment of handmade furniture and other gifts, which are ideal if you are looking for something a little different. He has been a valuable source for dinner party and occasion gifts for me.”

84 Highgate High Street, N6 (020 8340 3001; wcdinteriors.com)

Little black book Musician Mark Nevin shares his favourite local haunts.

“I’ve been in Highgate for 17 years and it really is home now.

I’ve made so many friends here, mostly from being a parent of children at St. Michael’s School, so a walk through the village is always a social affair. I can often be found starting the day with my laptop at Côte, where I have the vegetarian breakfast. I try to go via Waterlow Park wherever I’m heading – I love how green Highgate is. On Sundays the family enjoys the excellent roasts at The Gatehouse and I also like The Duke’s Head with its pop-up kitchens and excellent selection of craft beers – without a crusty old pub feeling about it. That said, The Boogaloo remains my local, not only because it has the best Guinness in London, but, if you’re lucky, you can stumble across some world class live music in there.” marknevin.com

THE FLASK N6 There are many reasons to love The Flask: whether it’s the architecture – this imposing period gastropub is Grade II listed; its fascinating history – it’s said that highwayman Dick Turpin would hide from the law in the stables here; its grisly past – look out for the ghost of a Spanish barmaid who hanged herself in the cellar; or today’s delectable menu with its thoroughly modern take on traditional pub grub. For Shaun Cunningham from Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, it’s all of the above and then some: “Outstanding food, beer and ales with a delightful beer garden. It’s a must visit when coming to Highgate.”

77 Highgate West Hill, N6 (020 8348 7346 ; theflaskhighgate.com)

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Pond Square This grassy square at the heart of the village appears largely unaltered by the hands of time and is lined by perfectly preserved Georgian properties.

Fitzroy Park Discreetly hidden high walls and hedges on this private road which leads down to the Heath are some of the village’s most striking, architect-designed homes.

Courtenay Avenue Famous for frequently topping lists of Britain’s most expensive streets, this is home to some of the Capital’s most sought-after homes.

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That really understood each girl and put her at its heart.

That found her individual talents and inspired her.

Yet challenged her to achieve the best possible results.

What if your daughter went to that school?

Open Day: 8th October RMS girls think differently Learn more at RMSforgirls.org.uk The Royal Masonic School for Girls, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 4HF 01923 773168

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Schools A LEVEL PLAYING FIELD What do politician David Miliband, Channel 4 newsreader Jon Snow and comedian Sarah Millican have in common? They all had A-level results that fell short of the mark.

But while failing to get top grades clearly hasn’t held these public figures back, it can still be a blow for someone who has spent months studying.

Fortunately, there’s support out there to help your child decide his or her next move. And you don’t need to wait until 17 August to access it. The UCAS Customer Experience Centre, which supports people in applying for universities, was receiving calls in June from parents preparing for plan B. “Results day can be so stressful and full of mixed emotions,” says customer experience partner Jo Wallace. “So it’s good for the parent to be informed, and have options available to support their children at what can be a difficult time.”

One of those options is using ‘Clearing’ to find a place at university or college.

“Clearing is really positive as it allows students to showcase their abilities direct to the universities,” says Jo. “We have top universities offering places through the system. And last year, one in eight people that got accepted to university got their place that way.”

If your child needs broader advice, or isn’t sure university is still the right thing for them, the Department for Education’s Exam Results Helpline can help. Open for two weeks from 17 August, its advisors are trained to give specific careers advice to applicants. That means they can discuss options such as re-sitting exams, taking a gap year or doing something different altogether, like a traineeship or internship.

So whatever path your child decides to take, not getting the right grades needn’t be the end of the world. But if he or she is still set on university, Jo says it pays to think carefully about which course to do and where. “Three years is a long time to study something,” she says. “So doing a complete U-turn just to get a place might not be sensible.”

UCAS Customer Experience Centre: 0371 468 0 468; Exam Results Helpline: 0808 100 8000

THE SHORTLIST Ladybird Montessori School Co-ed nursery for children aged 2 to 5 years (mornings only). (020 8348 3054; montessori-ladybird.co.uk) Avenue Nursery and Pre-Preparatory School Co-ed nursery and pre-preparatory school for children aged 2.5 to 7 years.

(020 8348 6815; avenuenursery.com) Highgate School Co-ed independent day school for pupils aged 3 to 18 years.

(020 8340 1524; highgateschool.org.uk) Channing School Independent day school for girls aged 4 to 18 years.

(020 8340 2328; channing.co.uk) St. Aloysius’ RC College State day school for boys aged 11 to 19. (020 7561 7800; sta.islington.sch.uk)

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What attracted you to the school? A combination of calm purpose, kindness and phenomenal potential.

I could see that all the ingredients for an exceptional educational experience were right here.

How would you sum up the school in a sentence?

We only need three words: girls enjoying success.

BARBARA ELLIOTT Channing School

What makes your school different? We’re tolerant and inclusive, respectful

and supportive, and quietly ambitious. Because of this ethos, girls enjoy far greater success here than they would in any other school (in my humble opinion).

How would you describe the school’s atmosphere?

Focused. Aspirational.

Optimistic. Calm.

Which extra-curricular activities are you proud of? Our Duke of Edinburgh programme; an astonishingly high standard of music;

increasingly good sporting achievement; and drama, which will have a new home in our Performing Arts Building on Highgate Hill.

Channing School, The Bank, N6 (020 8340 2328; channing.co.uk)

How do you balance these with the academic side?

All work and no play makes for dull human beings!

We value the development of teamwork, resilience, stamina, flexibility and creativity as much as academic endeavour. That’s what future employers will be crying out for.

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Hot property CROMWELL AV E N U E , N 6 This seven-bed family home is a dream: beautifully refurbished with plenty of original features remaining, the red brick Victorian semi boasts over 3,000 sq ft of versatile living space and is arranged over three floors.

Ornate glass doors connect the two commodious reception rooms, while pretty French doors lead out to a enchanting garden. £3 million, Litchfields (020 8348 8000; litchfields.com)

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R I D I N G S C LO S E , N6 Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, this two-bed, two-bath apartment forms part of a contemporary development with a striking exterior. Inside, you’ll find clean and bright accommodation that makes the most of its cleverly proportioned layout. And with its dual aspect living room, there’s oodles of natural light to be had, too. £675,000, Chestertons (020 7267 1010; chestertons.com)

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AGENTS SERVING HIGHGATE Anscombe & Ringland 020 8340 2600 anscombes.co.uk Benham & Reeves 020 8348 2341 b-r.co.uk Benham and Reeves Residential Lettings 020 3432 8487 brlets.co.uk Chestertons 020 7267 1010 chestertons.com Day Morris 020 8348 8131 daymorris.com Glentree 020 8458 7311 glentree.co.uk Goldschmidt & Howland 020 8347 2600 g-h.co.uk Hamptons International 020 3369 4377 hamptons.co.uk Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward 020 3792 5721 kfh.co.uk Litchfields 020 8348 8000 litchfields.com Sandfords 020 7723 9988 sandfords.com

B LO O M F I E L D R OA D, N 6 This elegant six-bed home is all about the unexpected: located just moments from Highgate tube, the semi-detached abode in fact occupies a quiet and secluded location. And as first impressions can be deceptive, its grand period façade belies its perfectly sleek refurbished interior spaces: the kitchen is a masterclass in contemporary living. £3.25 million, Goldschmidt & Howland (020 8347 2600; g-h.co.uk)

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C O M I N G T O C O L I N DA L E A major new £1 billion development is coming to north west London with a construction programme stretching over the next 12 years. Colindale Gardens is set to provide much-needed homes for the Capital’s families, first-time buyers and young professionals alike

The regeneration scheme, which spans an impressive 49 acres, is transforming the disused 1960s tower blocks and surrounding land once known as the Peel Centre – the former Metropolitan Police training college – into a vibrant new community. Once completed, this mixed-use project will comprise a whopping 2,900 one-, two-, three-, and four-bed homes, nine acres of public green space, a shopping plaza and a school.

Colindale has been designated a Housing Growth Zone by the Mayor of London, and this ambitious new development will complement the £4 billion investment in the regeneration of the Brent Cross and Cricklewood areas, providing vital homes for London as its key phases are completed over the next 12 years – with the first homes completed this winter.

The overall philosophy set out by leading developer, Redrow, is to create a thriving and vibrant new community designed for freedom and convenience. Colindale Gardens aims to offer something for every demographic, at every stage of life – from young professionals looking to buy their first home, to families looking to settle, with the perfect combination of local amenities and parkland on their

doorstep. The scheme will also connect existing neighbourhoods in the area with a network of streets, paths and attractive rural spaces.

Retail and commercial space is also proposed – 100,000 sq ft, in fact – allowing residents and locals alike to shop, eat, work and relax here. Meanwhile, a new primary school will provide places for 600 pupils and will benefit from sports fields and open spaces, capturing the ethos of Colindale Gardens with community as its central focus.

The development is set to offer homes for everyone, with a variety of tenures providing high quality new abodes that are not only affordable for first-time buyers keen to get on the property ladder, but also for those not yet in a position to purchase, but who want to live in a thriving community with easy access to central London. The high quality homes have been designed to suit modern lifestyles and will be completed to a high specification. Interiors include contemporary kitchens with integrated Siemens appliances, and all apartments will benefit from private outdoor space.

Landscaping is integral to the design, with the aim to create an attractive,

verdant environment for residents, and all buildings have been purposefully positioned to ensure that green space is always easily accessible at any part of the development.

Designed to encourage residents to take advantage of its picturesque surroundings, Colindale Gardens will feature cycle paths and walkways linked to the wider area.

Fitness trails will run throughout the development, complemented by an outdoor gym, inspiring a healthy, active lifestyle for residents young and old.

Colindale Gardens boasts unrivalled transport links into central London, with direct 24-hour access at weekends to King’s Cross, Tottenham Court Road, Charing Cross and Waterloo via the Northern line service from Colindale, conveniently located adjacent to the development. Redrow is also investing £11 million into transport around the new homes, which will include enhancements to Colindale station as well as bus routes around the local area.

To find out more, see colindalegardens.com

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LUXURY BY DESIGN NUMBER FIVE CANNON LANE, NW3 One for design lovers: this outstanding detached residence in Hampstead has been designed by Italian architect extraordinaire Claudio Silvestrin. Truly stunning inside and out, the five-bed property boasts stylish terraces with spectacular views over the London skyline, an ingenious lighting system that links all of the beautifully landscaped outside spaces, and oodles of sleek and chic accommodation including a cinema room, pool, gym, and staff quarters.

Luxury living, and then some. Price on application, Beauchamp Estates (020 7722 9793; beauchamp.com) and TK International (020 7794 8700; t-k.co.uk)

ENCHANTING IN EALING BIRCHWOOD, W5 Hailed as one of the most visionary projects the Capital has seen in years, this bespoke development of just six three- and four-bed apartments is positioned on Ealing’s most prestigious thoroughfare, Park View Road. These triple aspect lateral homes boast wrap-around terracing, making the most of their leafy location, while luxurious Lutron mood lighting, Carrara marble kitchen and wet-room surfaces, and rich natural wood architectural features are just some of a long list of super-high spec luxuries here.

Prices by private negotiation (01923 216530; fusionresidential.co.uk)

P E R F E C T LY P O S I T I O N E D THIRTY2, NW3 This Belsize Park development has been sympathetically designed to complement its iconic Grade I listed neighbour, the Isokon building. The luxury pads here range from studios up to three-bed apartments, and come with high spec fixtures and fittings including integrated appliances, fitted wardrobes and solid oak veneer doors. With the tube a mere five-minute walk away and all the allure of Hampstead, with its inviting boutiques, cafés and restaurants nearby, you’d be hard pushed to find a more convenient location. From £590,000 for a one-bed apartment (020 3553 7030; fairview.co.uk)

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“There can be no doubt that the best of the London market continues to offer remarkable value. Comfortable and well designed homes will stand the test of time and offer long term prospects.” Lawrence Henry, Statons

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ABBEY GARDENS ST JOHN’S WOOD NW8 FREEHOLD £4,995,000

A larger than average six bedroom family home (315.4sq m/3,395sq ft) situated on the south side of this popular tree-lined street. The home is in excellent condition throughout with an abundance of natural light and extremely well planned accommodation. The home also benefits from a landscaped garden. Abbey Gardens is located on the west side of St John’s Wood, benefiting from the amenity of Violet Hill Park and within easy walking distance of The American School in London and the extensive restaurants and shopping facilities of St John’s Wood including St John’s Wood Underground Station (Jubilee Line).

ACCOMMODATION AND AMENITIES Sitting room, family room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, study, principal bedroom with a large en-suite bathroom, 5 further bedrooms, family bathroom, shower room, 2 guest cloakrooms, utility room, landscaped rear garden, roof terrace.

Off street parking available by separate negotiation. EPC=TBC.

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An incredible converted former munitions factory enviably located in the epicenter of Queen’s Park. Offering exceptional lateral space over two floors, the owner has sympathetically remodelled the building’s own industrial fabric to create a generous and unique home. The awesome open plan kitchen and reception is bathed in light, encircled by windows and an apex roof light, it enjoys cathedral like volume, ideal for entertaining.

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DARTMOUTH PARK, NW5 A substantial five bedroom family house full of period charm and character, located on one of Dartmouth Park’s most prominent residential streets. The accommodation within is flexible and the garden level provides a guest bedroom and wet room, benefiting from a separate front door. The house is wonderfully bright throughout and features two particularly lovely roof terrace areas, along with an attractive west facing garden. Excellent primary and secondary schools are just a short walk away, with the huge open spaces of Hampstead Heath also within easy reach. Four/five bedrooms, reception, drawing room, kitchen, bathroom, guest bedroom/study, wet room, two utility/work rooms, loft storage space, attractive private rear garden and two roof terraces, residents permit parking, EPC D

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HILLWAY, HIGHGATE, N6 A beautifully presented, linked detached house situated on the upper slopes of Hillway, on the private Holly Lodge Estate. Conveniently placed for the local shops, cafés and eateries of Swains Lane, the property is also just a short amble from the vast acres of Hampstead Heath and Highgate Ponds. This outstanding family home features magnificent entertaining areas. The accommodation comprises five bedrooms, two reception rooms, family room, well fitted kitchen/breakfast room, study, utility room, bathroom, shower room, 60’ garden, off street parking. EPC E

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Abbey Lodge, St John’s Wood NW8 £4,000,000

We are delighted to offer this beautiful and spacious four bed apartment, set in a premier mansion building.

With direct access on to Regents Park from its communal garden, the property also benefits from its close proximity to Marylebone.

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16 PRINCESS COURT, BRYANSTON PLACE, LONDON W1H 2DF £1,400,000 A fantastically bright two double bedroom apartment on the fourth floor of an elegant 1930’s mansion block with lift and porter.w This tastefully decorated apartment offers generous and wellproportioned rooms including a glorious south facing reception room, central dining room, two double bedrooms with built in storage, master bathroom, additional wet room with WC and fitted kitchen. Set on a corner position the apartment is bathed in natural light from it’s unencumbered duel aspect.

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Princess Court is a stylish and well maintained 1930’s mansion block in a prominent position on the corner of Bryanston Court. As a resident you benefit from a 24 hour porter, lift, shared basement storage, and the right of access to Bryanston Square.

The building is well located a short distance from Baker Street and Edgware Road tube stations and the multitude of boutiques, restaurants and bars of Marylebone Village.

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DETACHED CHARACTER HOUSE Located in this ever popular position adjacent to The Bishops Avenue an elegant and fully detached, Arts & Crafts, family home that provides extensive accommodation arranged over only two floors and benefits from a detached garage and a well secluded 70ft garden. To the ground floor there is a spacious hall leading to a superb formal reception room, a large kitchen with double doors leading onto the garden and a dining room. Further entertaining areas include a TV/family room and a study There is also a utility room and guest cloakroom. The first floor provides an ample master bedroom suite with ensuite bathroom, a further bedroom suite and 3 family bedrooms with generous wardrobe space plus a further family bathroom. To the front of the property is a driveway for 2 cars and to the rear a garage and further parking space. Additionally there is a secluded and well screened garden.

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LITTLE VENICE, LONDON W9

A stunning, newly refurbished, lower ground floor apartment extending to approximately 166 sq.m with a private garden giving direct access to the sought after crescent communal gardens. The apartment is approached from a private entrance and forms part of an elegant white stucco house in this sweeping crescent close to local shops, cafes and the Underground station at Warwick Avenue (Bakerloo line).

3 Bedrooms. En-suite Bathroom. 2 En-suite Shower Rooms. Guest Cloakroom.

Open Plan Living Space with Kitchen Area. Private and Communal Gardens. EPC Rating D.

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CASTLEACRE, HYDE PARK CRESCENT, W2 An interior designed to a very high standard two bedroom apartment extending to 1,030 sq ft, with new tilt and turn double glazed windows, underfloor heating, Crestron lighting throughout, situated on the third floor with lift of one of the Hyde Park Estate’s most prestigious twenty four hour portered Mansion blocks.

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HAMPDEN GURNEY STREET, W1 A beautifully presented 2nd floor three double bedroom purpose built apartment. Hampden Gurney Street is wonderfully located just a short walk from Marble Arch tube station, Edgware Road, Marylebone, Oxford Street and the open spaces of Hyde Park.

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REDAN PLACE, W2 A beautifully presented three bedroom apartment located in this popular modern purpose built development. Redan Place is wonderfully located just a short walk from Bayswater and Queensway tube stations, Lancaster Gate, Notting Hill Gate, Westbourne Grove and the open spaces of Hyde Park.

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RAYNHAM, NORFOLK CRESCENT, W2 An unmodernised lateral three bedroom penthouse apartment extending to 1560 sq ft, located on the 12th floor (top with lift) with far reaching views of the London skyline towards Hyde Park from one of the most prestigious and sought after residential blocks "Raynham" on the Hyde Park Estate.

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Hampstead, NW3 £1,200,000 Share of Freehold A beautiful two bedroom apartment on the bright second floor of a distinguished red brick period building in this stunning Hampstead location. EPC: C Hamptons Hampstead 020 7717 5449 hampstead@hamptons-int.com.

Maida Vale, W9 £1,550,000 Leasehold A beautiful four bedroom apartment in a superb period mansion block with private roof terrace garden. EPC: D Hamptons St. John’s Wood 020 7717 5485 stjohnswood@hamptons-int.com.

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CANNON LANE HAMPSTEAD VILLAGE NW3 A SPECTACULAR NEW 6 BEDROOM HOME OF CONTEMPORARY DESIGN Designed by Claudio Silvestrin, this stunning modern family home is a breathtaking piece of architecture. With a swimming pool, spa, sauna and gymnasium this house has everything you desire and more.

Accommodation: Entrance hall, reception room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cinema room, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and dressing room, four further bedrooms, three further bathrooms (two ensuite), sta bedroom with self contained access. Amenities: Swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gymnasium and treatment area, lift, 5 balconies, 3 terraces, garden, two car garage with car-lift, three plant rooms, sub basement storeroom.

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SHOULDHAM STREET, W1 An opportunity to acquire a family home in this highly sought after location. Subject to permission, it is possible to extend and create more space. Shouldham Street is within walking distance of Marylebone High Street and an outstanding Primary School.

CURRENTLY THREE BEDROOMS, RECEPTION ROOM, KITCHEN/DINER, TWO BATHROOMS, WEST FACING GARDEN

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OXFORD & CAMBRIDGE MANSIONS, OLD MARYLEBONE ROAD, NW1 A lovely 2nd floor flat in this grand mansion block, superbly located and within walking distance to Hyde Park. The flat has excellent natural light with high ceilings, creating a feeling of space.

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CANNON LANE HAMPSTEAD VILLAGE NW3 A SPECTACULAR NEW 6 BEDROOM HOME OF CONTEMPORARY DESIGN Designed by Claudio Silvestrin, this stunning modern family home is a breathtaking piece of architecture. With a swimming pool, spa, sauna and gymnasium this house has everything you desire and more.

Accommodation: Entrance hall, reception room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cinema room, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and dressing room, four further bedrooms, three further bathrooms (two ensuite), sta bedroom with self contained access. Amenities: Swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gymnasium and treatment area, lift, 5 balconies, 3 terraces, garden, two car garage with car-lift, three plant rooms, sub basement storeroom.

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NEW CAVENDISH STREET, MARYLEBONE VILLAGE, LONDON W1 We are pleased to offer this well proportioned, second floor flat boasting a terrace, in a purpose built block of four flats. It is ideally located on the south side of New Cavendish Street close to the junction with Marylebone High Street. The apartment is light and spacious with the principal reception rooms overlooking New Cavendish Street.

Accommodation Entrance hall * Double reception room Kitchen/breakfast room * Master bedroom with en suite bathroom and walk in dressing room Bedroom two * Shower room * Terrace Both Bond Street and Baker Street Underground stations are within an easy walk.

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DEVONSHIRE MEWS SOUTH, MARYLEBONE VILLAGE, LONDON W1 A wonderful, four bedroom mews house arranged over three floors to rent in this sought after, quiet mews situated just off Devonshire Street. The house is presented in extremely good condition having recently been refurbished to a high standard throughout. It boasts two large double bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground floor with a fabulous outdoor patio.

On the second floor is a spacious open-plan contemporary kitchen, dining and reception room with wood flooring throughout and a guest cloakroom. The top floor comprises a large master bedroom with an en suite bathroom and plenty of storage and another double bedroom and family bathroom.

For those that need to commute both Bond Street and Baker Street Underground stations are a short walk away.

Please note that the garage is not included.

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CLIFTON HILL ST JOHN’S WOOD NW8 UNFURNISHED £3,850 PER WEEK PLUS ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATION FEES PRINCIPAL AGENT

An attractive, detached, Grade II Listed period residence peacefully situated in a sought after cul-de-sac in this prime St John’s Wood location. The property boasts a wealth of features to complement the period of the house and offers beautifully proportioned rooms throughout, ideal for everyday family living. Further benefits include well-maintained front and rear gardens and off street parking for one car. Situated within close proximity to the amenities and Underground Station of St John’s Wood (Jubilee Line) as well as The American School in London.

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Lancaster Gate, London W2 £3,900 pcm

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A beautiful, new and stylishly designed luxury studio apartment within The Lancasters, W2’s most desirable address.

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Turner Close, Hampstead Garden Suburb, London, NW11 ÂŁ1,500 per week A fantastic opportunity to rent this superb double fronted 5 bedroomed detached family residence set in an exclusive square, offering flexible accommodation arranged over 3 floors. Comprising of entrance hall, drawing room, dining room, superb fitted kitchen/breakfast room, family/tv room, guest cloakroom and utility room.

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limestone fitted family bathroom and separate shower cubicle. Top floor has two large double bedrooms with modern limestone fitted bathroom. There is under floor heating to the kitchen and all bathrooms.

Large 2 tiered rear lawned garden. Situated within very close proximity to Golders Green underground station and excellent local schools. There is osp x 2 cars with an integral garage. Viewing of this fine home is strongly recommended. The property is supplied unfurnished. **Move in charges of ÂŁ150 per applicant to cover references and agreement creation will apply. Check-out costs also apply.

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ST JOHN’S WOOD, NW8 An elegant Victorian, stucco fronted family house (approx. 2,711 sq.ft. / 251.9 sq.m.) in this superb quiet location close to shopping and transport links of St John’s Wood (Jubilee line) and The American School.

2 Interconnecting Reception Rooms with High Ceilings ■ Contemporary Eat-In Kitchen ■ 4/5 Bedrooms ■ 3 Bathrooms (2 En Suite) ■ 2 Guest WC’s Family Room with Adjoining Conservatory ■ Garden ■ Resident Parking Zone ■ EPC E £3,500 per week

ST JOHN’S WOOD, NW8 A bright and spacious 3 bedroom flat (approx. 1,200 sq.ft. / 111.5 sq.m.) situated on the 6th floor of this secure portered development surrounded by gardens and between Swiss Cottage and St John’s Wood Underground Stations (Jubilee line).

Spacious Reception Room with Balcony ■ Kitchen ■ 3 Bedrooms ■ 2 Bathrooms (1 En Suite) ■ Off Street Parking ■ Porter ■ Lift ■ Communal Heating and Hot Water ■ Communal Gardens ■ EPC D £795 per week

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Bryanston Square, Marylebone W1 This is a newly refurbished spacious lateral four bedroom flat. Living room, dining room, eat in kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 2 with en suite bathrooms, family bathroom, lift, porter, use of private gardens. £2,750 per week Unfurnished

Abercorn Place, St Johns Wood NW8 A stunning period house which has been renovated throughout in a contemporary style with spacious accommodation over 3 floors. Open plan/living/dining/kitchen, 2nd reception with study, 5 bedrooms, 3 with en suite bathrooms, shower room, utility room, off street parking, air conditioning, decked garden. £3,250 per week Unfurnished

Montagu Mews West, Marylebone W1 A delightful 2 bedroom refurbished mews house. Living room, kitchen/dining room, master bedroom with en suite shower room, second double bedroom further shower room, guest cloakroom, decked terrace. £1,200 per week Unfurnished

Beverston Mews, Marylebone W1 A unique owner’s home which has been beautifully refurbished to the most exacting standards.

Drawing room, dining room with open plan kitchen, 3 bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms, guest cloakroom, integral garage with utility room. £1,475 per week Unfurnished

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