Inhouse July/August 2008 by Lawlors Property Services

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Traps Hill, Loughton FEATURE HOME: Traps Hill, Loughton James Lawlor Reports / Investment Properties Olympus Tiles / Barclay Oval Cleaning Group Loughton Office Properties Elite Homes FEATURE HOME: Landmark Tower, Repton Park Bowling & Co Solicitors Chigwell Office Properties

An exceptional family residence modernised and updated to the un-compromising standards of the current vendors. This delightful family residence combines exquisite craftsmanship and traditional materials to provide a home of un-doubtable charm. This executive property is superbly situated for local shopping amenities and the fashionable eateries of the local High Road. This is truly a rare opportunity to purchase one of the area's character properties. Accommodation comprises: vestibule, lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, orangery, utility room, study, shower room, family room, cloakroom/WC, bedroom two with en-suite, two family bathrooms, detached double garage, gymnasium, approx 100ft frontage with secure gates & rear garden approx 130ft x 120ft.

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Repton Park Haywards Valuers & Solicitors Elite Homes FEATURE HOME: Marden Ash House, Ongar Lettings Bang & Olufsen Attwater & Liell Solicitors Woodford Office Properties FEATURE HOME: The Old Cottage, Chigwell

For more information, please contact our Loughton office on

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020 8502 5588

FEATURE HOME: The Elms, Abridge

Whiskers Solicitors

FEATURE HOME: Manor Court, Loughton

West End Interiors

Chatsworth Klien

Notcut Landscape & Garden Design

Urban Myth Kitchens

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tough...

John Thomas

Yvonne Martin

Gary Rosenaun

Gerrard Houlihan

but not impossible

GIVE US YOUR PROPERTY AND WE WILL SELL IT! Lets not beat about the bush, the market it tough not only because

Every property for sale featured within these pages is exclusive to

lending criteria is tight, but because confidence in purchasing is low. We

Lawlors Property Services. We pride ourselves on attracting the

at Lawlors Property Services are an experienced deal making team and

finest properties in the area and have a reputation for skilful and

firmly believe that if you really want to sell, we have the commitment

effective negotiations.

and ability to negotiate with ‘real’ buyers until a deal is done.

Our Inhouse magazine distributed to approximately 20,000 homes and buyers, giving our exclusive properties the best opportunity of finding a successful buyer. By instructing us you get a whole team of experts working for you and if you are a buyer we offer the best advice experts can give.

James Lawlor PARTNER F.N.A.E.A

Investment Opportunity… We are pleased to offer a selection of properties suitable as ‘buy to let‘ investments. The featured properties form part of a larger portfolio which can be purchased in whole or in part, most have tenants in place on Shorthold Tenancy arrangements. The properties are in key positions throughout London and Essex.

Tamar Square, Woodford Green £1,000 pcm

Fairfield Court, Woodford Green £1,000 pcm / £250,000

• Un-furnished Three Bedroom Apartment • Fully re-furbished with large balcony

• Un-furnished Three Bedroom Apartment • Fully re-furbished with balcony area

• Close to Woodford Central Line Station • Underground parking space

• Close to Woodford Central Line Station • Communal Grounds

Contact James Lawlor for more information on 020 8418 1892 4

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A selection of properties currently for sale in Loughton and surrounding areas.

NEW INSTRUCTION, EXCLUSIVE AGENTS

Baldwins Hill £765,000 • • • •

Alderton Hill £1.85m

Five Bedroom Detached family residence Sought after area of North Loughton, facing Epping Forest Potential to extend, subject to usual planning consents Two receptions, utility room, landscaped rear garden

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• New Six Bedroom, Five Bathroom Detached Executive home

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• Arranged over three floors and covered with an NHBC Guarantee

Iceni Court, Buckhurst Hill £339,999 • Two Double Bedroom, Two Bathroom Penthouse Apartment • Prestigious newly-built gated development & chain free • Amazing open-plan living space & modern fitted kitchen • Video entryphone, allocated parking, communal gardens

• Four receptions, kitchen/breakfast room & utility room • Double garage & carriage driveway

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St Nicholas Place £319,000

Wroths Path £385,995

Baldwins Hill £795,000

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Two Bedroom Mid-Terrace property Cul-de-sac location within this modern development Double glazing throughout, garage & allocated parking Cloakroom/WC, kitchen, lounge/diner & family bathroom

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Deceptively spacious Four Bedroom modern townhouse Close proximity to the Forest in the North of Loughton Cloakroom/WC, kitchen, lounge & family bathroom Shower room & integral garage

Four Bedroom Detached executive family residence Accommodation arranged over three levels Enviable position on the edge of Epping Forest Three receptions & two en-suites

165 High Road, Loughton, Essex, IG10 4LF t: 020 8502 5588 f: 020 8502 5802 e: property.loughton@lawlors.co.uk Sunday Viewing: 07736 23 44 22

Please call 020 8502 5588 for more information on these and many more.

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Devon Close, Buckhurst Hill £565,000

Brook Road, Epping £725,000

The Heights £489,995

• Four Bedroom extended 1930's Semi-Detached residence • Within a short distance to St Johns C of E Primary School • Cloakroom/WC, two receptions & kitchen/breakfast room • Master with en-suite, rear garden & garage en-bloc to rear

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• Four Bedroom Townhouse • Convenient for the High Road & delightful Epping Forest • Two receptions, master with en-suite & family bathroom • Double garage & rear garden approx 900sqft over four tiers

Newly-refurbished Five Bedroom Victorian Detached home Accommodation located over three floors An approx 35ft lounge & 86ft rear garden Panoramic views over the Essex countryside

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Wellfields £675,000

Church Lane £689,000

Hazelwood £765,000

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• Four Bedroom Link-Detached family residence • Outdoor heated swimming pool & four receptions • Kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, master with en-suite • Family bathroom & off-street parking

Four Bedroom Semi-Detached family residence situated Entryphone system, four receptions & kitchen/breakfast room Shower room, family bathroom & off-street parking Electric gates & rear garden measures approx 175ft

Offered chain free Four Bedroom Detached family residence Planning permission obtained for an extension Three receptions, family bathroom Off-street parking, rear garden & attached garage

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Treetops, Great Woodcote Park £875,000

Swiss Cottage Place £499,999

West View £1.2m

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Five Bedroom Executive Detached Family Residence Semi-secluded rear garden, unusual for development Five receptions, kitchen/breakfast room & utility room Master with en-suite & family bathroom

Well presented Four Bedroom modern Townhouse Accommodation arranged over three floors Two receptions, kitchen/breakfast room & utility room Master with en-suite, family bathroom & off-street parking

Four Bedroom Detached architect-designed residence Built approximately three & a half years ago Exceptional views over Loughton Three receptions & rear garden with irrigation system

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LAWLORS ELITE HOMES

For more information, please contact our Chigwell office on

020 8281 0123

GAINSBOROUGH HOUSE REPTON PARK PRICE: ÂŁ895,000 EXCLUSIVE AGENTS, NEW INSTRUCTION One of the most unique properties situated in Repton Park is this tower, offering beautiful high ceilings and a circular sitting room with domed ceiling and concealed lighting. Spiral staircase leading to all floors with a further stone spiral staircase which dates back to its earlier day. The property, which is lit in the evening, makes this an ideal purchase for someone who is looking for something different.

LOWER COTTAGE DAWS HILL PRICE GUIDE: ÂŁ1.2M EXCLUSIVE AGENTS NEW INSTRUCTION An exceptional family residence situated within this most desirable semi rural location. The property which has been meticulously maintained by the current vendors currently

For more information, please contact our Woodford Green office on

020 8506 0828

boasts spacious living accommodation and has the added benefit of the vendors having obtained planning permission to further enlarge the property. Although in a semi rural location the property is within easy reach of the shopping facilities and eateries of fashionable Station Road and the overhead with its transport link to Liverpool Street.

DUKES AVENUE, THEYDON BOIS GUIDE: £775,000, EXCLUSIVE AGENTS An executive Five Bedroom Detached family abode which has undergone an extensive refurbishment programme and is ideally located for the shopping facilities of the village, the picturesque green and Central Line Tube Station. Offered chain free with a rear garden affording superb views over open

fields.

Lounge,

family

room,

kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom/WC, study, master bedroom with en-suite shower room, bedroom two with en-suite shower room, family bathroom, off-street parking & approx 60ft rear garden.

For more information, please contact our Loughton office on

020 8502 5588

WOOLSTON MANOR HOUSE, CHIGWELL PRICE: £1,499,995 EXCLUSIVE AGENTS A Five Bedroom Detached family residence overlooking Woolston Manor Golf Course.

An individually crafted

property arranged over three floors set within ¾ of an acre surrounded by magnificent views.

The property

benefits from two reception rooms, cloakoom/WC, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, master bedroom with en suite and dressing room, bedroom five with shower room and a double detached garage.

For more information, please contact our Chigwell office on

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...as far as the eye can see

The

Landmark

Tower REPTON PARK WOODFORD GREEN

The most amazing and spectacular apartment in Essex offering 360° panoramic views over London and the Home Counties. Styled by specialist interior designers to provide stunning accommodation and offering a unique living experience. To rent exclusively through Lawlors lettings please contact 0208 502 3388 PRICE GUIDE: £5,500 PCM

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A selection of properties currently for sale in Chigwell and surrounding areas. EW E N IC PR

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Linkside £999,995 • • • •

Imposing Five Bedroom Detached residence Three en suites and a family bathroom Three reception rooms, study, Kitchen/breakfast room, chain free

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Brook Rise £724,995

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• Three Double Bedroom Detached property

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• Three Reception Rooms, kitchen/breakfast room

Chester Road £1,375,000 • • • •

• Planning permission granted to convert the loft • Quiet cul-de-sac location

Six Bedroom Detached family home Total refurbishment programme Master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and en suite Approx 60ft rear garden

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Millwell Crescent £699,995

Martinsfield Close £625,000

Fontayne Avenue, £599,995

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Four Double Bedroom Detached property En suite to master bedroom Kitchen/breakfast room, family room Cloakroom/WC, lounge, dining room

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Five Bedroom Detached Family residence En suite to master bedroom Three reception rooms Kitchen/utility room

Three Bedroom Semi-Detached house Two reception rooms, cloakroom/WC Potential to extend subject to planning Approx 70ft rear garden, off-street parking

116 High Road, Chigwell, Essex, IG7 5BJ t: 020 8281 0123 f: 020 8281 0222 e: property.chigwell@lawlors.co.uk Sunday Viewing: 07736 23 44 22

Please call 020 8281 0123 for more information on these and many more.

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Barnaby Way £1,250,000

Sylvan Way, Chigwell Row £649,995

Hycliffe Gardens £549,995

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Five Bedroom Detached residence Recently totally refurbished, three en suites Three reception rooms Unoverlooked from front and rear

Four Bedroom Detached property Jack & Jill en suite shower room Downstairs cloakroom, kitchen/breakfast room Detached self contained annexe

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Five Bedroom Semi-Detached home Recently extended Three reception rooms En suite to master bedroom

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Millwell Crescent £630,000

Grange Crescent £519,995

Oak Lodge Avenue £499,995

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Four Bedroom Detached residence Dressing room and en suite to master bedroom Guest Cloakroom No on-going chain

Four Bedroom Detached house Cloakroom/WC, utility room Master Bedroom with En Suite Two reception rooms, garage

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Three Bedroom Semi-Detached house Scope to develop, subject to planning permission Three reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room Guest cloakroom, no on-going chain

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Coolgardie Avenue £435,000

Tomswood Road £365,000

Smeaton Road, Woodford Green £279,995

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• Two Bedroom Detached bungalow • Planning permission to demolish and build a five bedroom detached house • No on-going chain

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Three Bedroom Semi-Detached house Scope to develop, subject to planning permission Three reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room Guest cloakroom, no on-going chain

Two Double Bedroom Victorian property Two reception rooms Fitted kitchen Courtyard garden

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REPTON PARK RESIDENTIAL SALES

116 High Road, Chigwell, Essex, IG7 5BJ t: 020 8281 0123 f: 020 8281 0222 e: property.chigwell@lawlors.co.uk Sunday Viewing: 07736 23 44 22

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Douglas Close, The Avenue £749,995

Devonshire House, £585,000

Wentworth House, £575,000

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Five Bedroom Detached house En suite shower room to the master bedroom Cloakroom/WC, lounge, study Kitchen/breakfast room, utility room

Three Bedroom Second Floor Apartment En-suite to master bedroom, walk-in wardrobe Lounge, dining room, kitchen Two allocated parking spaces

Two/Three Bedroom First Floor Apartment 27' lounge, kitchen/breakfast room Master Bedroom with en suite and additional bathroom Two underground parking spaces

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The Manor £495,000

Hazel Lane, The Avenue £789,995

Lombardy Close, The Avenue OIEO £430,000

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Luxury Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment En suite bathroom Kitchen, lounge Two underground parking spaces

Five Bedroom Detached family home Kitchen/breakfast room, utility room Two reception rooms, study En suite to master bedroom, no on-going chain

Three Double Bedroom End of Terrace Cloakroom/WC, lounge, dining room Master Bedroom with En Suite Landscaped Rear Garden

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Hazel Lane, The Avenue £355,000

Cheltenham House £349,995

Wentworth House £279,995

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Three Bedroom End of Terrace house Two Reception Rooms Ground Floor Cloakroom Approx 90ft rear garden

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A Two Bedroom Second Floor Apartment Fitted kitchen Master bedroom with en suite Two underground parking spaces

One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment Kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom/WC En suite bathroom, allocated parking No on-going chain

DO YOU NEED NEW SPECS? ARE YOU DELUSIONAL? IF YOU THINK THE HOUSE YOU WANT TO BUY IS PERFECT, YOU MIGHT BE! “Well, Mrs Bloggs, the trouble is that surveyors are such pessimistic little people that they always seem to manage to find something wrong.” This remark was made by an estate agent to a disgruntled vendor client whose perception was that the sale of her house had been jeopardised by an unfavourable survey report commissioned by her purchaser. To a point, the observation is fair enough but perhaps it would seem less condemnatory of surveyors if ‘pessimistic’ was replaced by something like ‘realistic’. If there is such a thing as a perfect property, one has yet to meet the surveyor who actually inspected it. The fact is that there is always something either wrong now or which could give trouble in the future. This should not surprise because – amongst other things - houses are built in often porous materials which expand and contract differentially on moisture/temperature changes and because nature’s plants and creatures are forever fighting for living space and food sources (and houses provide plenty of opportunities to these hungry cohabitants). Even if whoever said that house purchase is for most people the largest monetary commitment of their lifetime probably didn’t have any children, in truth house purchase is generally an expensive enough business. It is probably self evident that if you know nothing much about, say, cars it could be prudent to have someone who does to check out an intended second hand car purchase and surely the same argument is valid for houses too. If the argument should be extended to consideration of whether or not to have children is beyond the scope of this paper. A surveyor inspecting a house will report in detail commensurate with instructions received. Thus, if undertaking a mortgage inspection on the instructions of a Bank or Building Society lending money to the buyer, the surveyor’s primary concern is in the market value of the security. So far as structural issues are concerned, the surveyor owes a legal duty of care to the buyer (as well as to the client Bank) to notify of major structural defects which an ordinarily competent surveyor (distinct from an ordinarily competent anything else) undertaking such an inspection might be expected to discover. This means that unless there is a big and obvious-to-a-surveyor defect then the surveyor is unlikely to report specifically on defects. At the other end of the spectrum of inspections and costs is a Building Survey. This requires the surveyor to take the closest possible look at the property (without damaging or destroying it ) and the Report details all structural elements of the property (eg roof, chimneys, rainwater goods, walls, joinery, loft space, floors and so on) and its environment. Defects will be identified (eg there is a crack in the wall) and comment made (eg it is not serious or it is serious and xyz is the recommended course of action). Warnings will often be incorporated (eg materials used for a particular roof covering are expected to last for only x years and although this roof is presently watertight you should expect to have to replace within about y years).

Typically a Building Survey will comment on Services (drains, electric and gas installations, etc) on the basis of the surveyor’s visual inspection only but specialist tests will be recommended where appropriate. Typically the meat of a Building Survey Report on an ordinary house will be contained in about 20 pages of fairly close typed foolscap pages. For those requiring more than a mortgage inspection from a surveyor, a Building Survey may be the only sensible option if the property is pre-about 1850 or if it is unusually large or of unusual construction. However, about 30 years ago the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors identified that for many purchasers the costs of a Building Survey might not be justified and so was born an intermediate level of Survey inspection known these days as a Homebuyers Report. The biggest difference between this and a Building Survey is in the form of Report with its reduced narrative and costs. For example, a Homebuyers Report will not give dimensions, arrangements and explanation of roof rafters, purlins and struts but it will – like a Building Survey- identify if there is anything wrong and, if so, what ought to be done about it. Again, all structural elements are dealt with and Services are inspected only visually. For purchasers of flats the reality is that a Homebuyers Report is the only practical option for a greater detail than Mortgage Inspection Report. The main reason is that a flat occupies part only of a building. At Haywards whatever type of inspection we carry out, we’re happy to explain our findings and help you decide on your next step. It’s that simple. We also work within the strict guidelines laid down by the RICS and we’re ISO accredited, so all our work is Quality Assured.

East London Rainham House, New Road, Rainham, Essex RM13 8RE Tel 01708 253613 Fax 01708 253614 www.haywards-surveying.co.uk

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QUEENS ROAD, LOUGHTON PRICE GUIDE: £629,999 NEW INSTRUCTION An exceptionally well presented and fully refurbished Four Bedroom Semi-Detached Victorian residence, situated within the sought-after conservation area of Loughton, being within a short distance to the popular Staples Road School. Offered chain and boasting: sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom/WC, master bedroom with en-suite shower room, family bathroom, attic/bedroom four with ensuite shower room, approx 120ft rear garden, offstreet parking & single garage.

For more information, please contact our Loughton office on

020 8502 5588

QUEENS AVENUE WOODFORD GREEN PRICE GUIDE: £999,995 EXCLUSIVE AGENTS NEW INSTRUCTION

Edwardian Five Bedroom Semi Detached Property located in the heart of Woodford Green on the Monkhams Estate offering many original features close to Woodford Green Central Line Station.

The property is well

presented and offers good sized family accommodation with further benefits of a utility room, and large garden with off street parking.

For more information, please contact our Woodford Green office on

020 8506 0828 16

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Marden Ash House ONGAR, ESSEX

A spectacular Grade II* Listed property positioned in a prime location in the village of Marden Ash, Ongar. A selection of suites and rooms over two upper floors with a flowing arrangement of spacious reception rooms, including a spectacular grand hall and staircase. The property offers substantial scope for residential and commercial uses, subject to planning. Further potential for development or private living. The grounds extend to approximately two acres with private courtyard. Viewings strictly by arrangement with James Lawlor. Please contact 020 8418 1892 for details.

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RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS A selection of properties available to let in West Essex and the surrounding areas.

NEW INSTRUCTION

JUST REDUCED

Forest Heights, Buckhurst Hill £850 pcm

The Silvers, Buckhurst Hill £975 pcm

Palmerston Road, Buckhurst Hill £975 pcm

• AVAILABLE NOW ONE BEDROOM UNFURNISHED • Porterage • Ground floor • Underground parking

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AVAILABLE NOW TWO BEDROOMS FURNISHED Close to Central line Two double bedrooms Modern kitchen

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AVAILABLE END OF JUNE TWO BEDROOM UNFURN/FURNISHED Recently Refurbished Ground floor flat Five minutes walk to Buckhurst Hill Central Line Station

NEW INSTRUCTION

Makinen House, Buckhurst Hill £1,100 pcm

Smeaton Road, Woodford Green £1,150 pcm

St Mary's Gate, London £1,295 pcm

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AVAILABLE NOW TWO BEDROOMS UNFURNISHED Completely re-decorated to a very high standard Newly fitted Kitchen & Family Bathroom Communal Grounds and Parking

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AVAILABLE END OF JULY UNFURN/FURN TWO BEDROOMS West Hatch catchment area Delightful cottage Lounge/diner

NEW INSTRUCTION

AVAILABLE NOW FURNISHED TWO BEDROOMS Master bedroom with en suite Allocated Parking Fully fitted kitchen

NEW INSTRUCTION

New Farm Drive, Romford £1,400 pcm

Chiltern Way, Woodford Green £1,500 pcm

Fencepiece Road, Chigwell £1,550 pcm

• AVAILABLE NOW TWO BEDROOM UNFURNISHED • Barn Conversion • Courtyard garden, • Newly refurbished

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AVAILABLE NOW THREE BEDROOMS UNFURNISHED Close to local amenities Quiet location, Family home Woodford Wells Catchment Area

AVAILABLE NOW THREE BEDROOMS UNFURNISHED Detached Kitchen with breakfast bar. Family bathroom plus en suite

165 High Road, Loughton, Essex, IG10 4LF t: 020 8502 3388 e: lettings@lawlors.co.uk

f: 020 8418 7814 w: lawlors.co.uk

Sunday Viewing: 07736 23 44 22 Landlord & Tenant 24h Emergency:07950 497 054

A selection of properties available to let in West Essex and the surrounding areas.

NEW INSTRUCTION, EXCLUSIVE AGENTS

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Manor Road, Chigwell £2,250 pcm

Church Lane, Loughton £2,500 pcm

Hillcrest Road, Loughton £2,500 pcm

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AVAILABLE NOW FOUR BEDROOMS UNFURNISHED 145FT rear garden Ground floor shower room Kitchen/breakfast room

NEW INSTRUCTION

AVAILABLE NOW UNFURN FOUR BEDROOMS DETACHED Self-contained detached annex Recently redecorated Garage & Off Street Parking

AVAILABLE BEG AUGUST FOUR BEDROOM FURNISHED En-suite to Master Stunning Garden Good Decorative Order

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NEW INSTRUCTION

Boleyn Court, Buckhurst Hill £2,500 pcm

The Glade, Woodford Green £2,800 pcm

Lippitts Hill, Loughton £2,950 pcm

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AVAILABLE NOW FOUR BEDROOMS UNFURNISHED Penthouse Communal gardens and tennis courts Secure parking

NEW INSTRUCTION, EXCLUSIVE AGENTS

AVAILABLE NOW UNFURNISHED SIX BEDROOMS Two bathrooms Family home Close to Woodford Central Line

NEW INSTRUCTION

AVAIL AT SHORT NOTICE FURN/UNFURN FOUR BEDROOMS Two en suites Bespoke finish Flexible living accommodation

NEW INSTRUCTION

Stradbroke Drive, Chigwell £4,500 pcm

Woodgreen Road, Waltham Abbey £5,500 pcm

Park Hill, Loughton £6,800 pcm

• AVAILABLE NOW PART/UNFURNISHED FIVE BEDROOMS • Three reception rooms • Recently redecorated/New Carpets • Two en-suite bathrooms

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AVAILABLE NOW FIVE BEDROOMS UNFURNISHED Five reception rooms, Two ensuites Cinema/Games room Spacious grounds Over 1 acre

AVAILABLE MID JULY UNFURN/FURN FIVE BEDROOMS Cinema Room Bar Area Bespoke Décor

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Landlords Do you know what a Tenancy Deposit Scheme is? Are you a landlord of residential property? Perhaps you are a tenant? In either case are you aware of the new rules relating to tenant’s deposits? A landlord can no longer take money from a tenant to hold as a security deposit unless it is covered by a Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS).Although the Rules came into force more than a year ago, at Attwater and Liell Solicitors we find that many landlords and tenants are still not aware of the requirements. Failure to comply could be very expensive indeed for a Landlord. A TDS is designed to: • safeguard tenants’ deposits; and • facilitate the resolution of disputes arising in connection with such deposits. There are two different types of authorised schemes :1. Custodial Schemes Under custodial schemes, the tenant pays the deposit to the landlord who is then required to pay the whole of this amount into a designated scheme account. The scheme administrator will hold the deposit until it is paid to the tenant or landlord, in accordance with their agreement or following a court order, after the tenancy has ended. 2. Insurance-Based Schemes Under insurance-based schemes, the landlord retains the deposit and this is only transferred into a scheme if there is a dispute with the tenant at the end of the tenancy. The scheme will then hold the deposit until the dispute is settled. When the tenant and landlord reach agreement, the administrator will distribute the deposit amount to the relevant party. The scheme will need to pay the tenant regardless of whether the landlord has transferred the deposit to the scheme as required. There will be a cost for a landlord to belong to an insurance-based scheme. This fee or premium will be set by the scheme administrator. Both types of scheme must make available alternative dispute resolution mechanisms so that those involved can try to resolve disputes over the return of deposits without resorting to the courts. Any amount of money taken by a landlord from a tenant which acts as a security deposit is covered by the new rules, even if the payment is referred to as something different.

Landlords must: • deal with the deposit in accordance with an authorised scheme; • comply with the initial requirements of the scheme within 14 days; and • provide the tenant with the appropriate information relating to the deposit within 14 days of receiving the deposit. Until this is done, the landlord will not be able to regain possession of the property using the usual ‘notice only grounds’ for possession. Under Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 a landlord can obtain an order for possession of an assured shorthold tenancy at any point after the first six months of the tenancy, providing any fixed term has expired and they give the tenant at least two months’ written notice. If a landlord has not arranged for a deposit to be dealt with in accordance with an authorised scheme or provided the tenant with the relevant information within 14 days of receiving the deposit, the tenant can apply directly for a court order for the landlord to repay the deposit to them or pay it into a custodial scheme. If the landlord has failed to comply with these provisions by the date of the court hearing, the court must make the order as requested and order the landlord to pay the applicant an amount equivalent to three times the deposit within 10 days. Landlords of properties let to assured shorthold tenants must make arrangements to comply with the new rules and have procedures in place to ensure that deposit monies are dealt with correctly. At Attwater and Liell we can advise both landlords and tenants on all aspects of letting both residential and commercial property. Why not contact us at our offices in Loughton and Harlow.

For advice on Declarations of Trust, please contact Sheri-Anne Mizon at our Loughton office. LOUGHTON OFFICE 147 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 4LY

HARLOW OFFICE Rothwell House, The High, Harlow, Essex CM20 1LQ

tel. 020 8508 2111 fax. 020 8508 8879 email. loughton@attwaterliell.co.uk

tel. 01279 638888 fax. 01279 639970 email. >harlow@attwaterliell.co.uk

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A selection of properties currently for sale in Woodford Green and surrounding areas.

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Monkhams Lane £979,995 • • • •

The Dell £899,995

Five bedroom detached property. Loft Conversion Three en-suite bathrooms Driveway with parking for numerous vehicles

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• Five bedroom executive residence

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• Boasts Utility Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Room. • Two family bathrooms.

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• Garage, off street parking

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Malvern Drive £790,000 Detached Four Bedroom Property Benefits include four bedrooms, two en suite bathrooms Two reception rooms, downstairs cloakroom. Garage, off street parking.

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High Road £O.I.E.O £1,000,000

High Wood, Sunset Avenue £699,995

Denehurst Gardens £815,000

• Four/five bedroom, three storey Georgian family home • Lounge/Dining Room ,Utility Room ,Cloakroom WC, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Conservatory • Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room

• Three bedroom first floor apartment. • Offers en-suite to master • South facing balcony with views over Woodford Golf course. • Elevator, Communal Grounds, Garage

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Four bedroom detached family residence Offers Kitchen , Dining Room ,Sitting Room, Utility Room Master Bedroom with En-suite Garage Off street Parking

457 High Road Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0XE t: 020 8506 0828 f: 020 8506 9101 e: property.woodford@lawlors.co.uk Sunday Viewing: 07736 23 44 22

Please call 020 8506 0828 for more information on these and many more.

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Oakland Place £599,995

Brancepeth Gardens £575,000

Lambs Meadow £399,995

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Four Bedroom Family Property. Boasts Kitchen/Diner, Cloakroom WC, Dining Room, Lounge. Master Bedroom, en-suite bathroom. Detached Garage, off street parking.

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Three bedroom detached property. Offers Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Cloakroom WC, Rear Garden, Garage, Off street parking

Detached Four bedroom family home Large modern fitted kitchen/diner, good size lounge.. Downstairs cloakroom Single detached garage, Off street parking

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Forest Approach £499,995

Honey Suckle Court, Buckhurst Way £355,000

Chingford Lane £339,995

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Four Bedroom Semi-Detached residence. Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen Family Shower Room Boasting garage, off-street parking.

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Three Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment Open-plan lounge/diner and kitchen. Benefiting from en suite to master bedroom. Parking space, communal gardens and entered via security gates

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Three bedroom Victorian terraced house. Large kitchen diner, through lounge, ground floor WC En-suite Bathroom Good sized garden with sun deck and patio.

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Canfield Road £325,000

Percival House £325,000

Chequers Devon Court, Hills Road £235,000

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A three bedroom mid terraced Edwardian house. Boasts Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen Cloak Room WC, Utility room Rear Garden

Two bedroom second floor apartment. Offers Kitchen, Lounge, family bathroom Allocated underground parking Communal Lifts

A delightful two bedroom apartment. The property which is offered CHAIN FREE Two Allocated Parking Spaces Communal Grounds.

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Five Bedroom Detached residence set within the historic grounds of Rolls Park and extends to approximately two acres. The property benefits from four en-suites, beautifully finished sitting room with spectacular views over the grounds, panelled family room, spectacular dining room/orangery into a courtyard setting. In addition, there is a games room, a crafted kitchen/breakfast room with a second area as a kitchen and the grounds include tennis courts, beautiful plantation, fabulous lawns, trees and a triple detached garage with ample parking and driveway.

For more information, please contact our Chigwell office on

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020 8281 0123

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The Elms ABRIDGE

Planning permission has been passed to demolish the existing dwelling and erect a 15,000sq ft executive home set in approximately two and a half acres of land. The brand new home will consist of six king size bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, six car underground garaging, large indoor swimming pool, gymnasium with sauna and steam room plus a 'state of the art' two lane ten pin bowling alley. To the rear and side of the property there are the most magnificent uninterrupted views of the spectacular Essex countryside. Full plans can be viewed at our Chigwell office and for further information please call 020 8281 0123 or e-mail gary@lawlors.co.uk. This is an artist's impression.

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CHANCEL REPAIR NIGHTMARE One or two of you out there who have recently been through the house buying or selling process may have seen an item called Chancel Repair Search or Chancel Insurance on the Financial Statement. Although the cost is relatively small (approximately £18 for the search and between £100 to £150 for insurance) it is now another necessary evil to add to the costs those moving home must face.

WHAT IS CHANCEL REPAIR LIABILITY Under a law originally created during mediaeval times, the Church at parish level can claim contributions from land owners to repair the chancel of the local church. This type of liability has existed unchanged since the Reformation. The liability impacts on land in over 5,200 parishes in England and Wales and currently the liability is estimated to affect 3.5 million acres of land.

LEADING CASE The liability has been highlighted under the recent House of Lords decision in the case Aston Cantlow v Wallbank when Mr & Mrs Wallbank were obliged to pay a contribution in excess of £200,000 plus legal costs. Mr and Mrs Wallbank inherited their property but one field on the property was deemed to be “rectorial property”. This made the Wallbank’s lay rectors of the local church and therefore by virtue of the Chancel Repairs Act 1932 they were liable for the repair of the chancel.

LAND REGISTRATION ACT 2002 Under transitional provisions Chancel Repair Liability will affect land even though it is not registered at the Land Registry. After 2013 this liability will only impact upon new owners of registered land if it is protected by an entry at the Registry. The Law Society is calling for the abolition of Chancel Repair Liability and its replacement with a more sensible system for funding the maintenance of historic buildings. Chancel Repair Liability is unsatisfactory for a number of reasons since it is difficult to ascertain the existence or extent of the liability, increases the

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cost of conveyancing and is discriminatory because it only benefits churches of one denomination Insurance is often recommended as the solution and policies are on offer from most general title indemnity insurers. There are often conditions imposed and those involved should not approach the Church whatsoever regarding the matter and the existence of a policy should not be disclosed. Failure to observe these conditions could invalidate the policy. While the situation is wholly unsatisfactory and yet a further burden on the house buying and selling process it seems to be the only way (unless the Government abolishes the Act) to deal with a problem which is likely to remain with us at the very least until 2013. One difficult issue for conveyancers is that the number of actual claims is very small and in the leading case the actual liability was expressly referred to in the title deeds. It may be easy to explain this liability to a prospective owner in a rural area but it is a very difficult matter to justify to a prospective owner who is buying a flat in a built up area.

For further advice, contact:

GERRY SMITH Partner WHISKERS LLP SOLICITORS & NOTARIES 6 Mitre Building, Kitson Way, Harlow, Essex CM20 1DR Tel: 01279 439439 Email: john.roberts@whiskers.co.uk

Stunning Five Bedroom Detached executive residence situated within this much sought-after location. The property is ideally positioned for all major road links, the shopping facilities of both Buckhurst Hill and Loughton and underground links to The City and West End. This property has been renovated to the exacting standards of the current vendors & offers: cloakroom/WC, play room, dining room, lounge, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom & dressing room, bedroom two with en-suite bathroom, family bathroom & self-contained annexe accommodation. ÂŁPOA NEW INSTRUCTION, EXCLUSIVE AGENTS

For more information, please contact our Loughton office on

020 8502 5588

Manor Court

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