Dwell | Issue 4 | Spring 2015

Dwell

The Country & Individual Homes magazine for buyers and vendors in Hampshire Issue 4 | Spring 2015 countryandindividualhomes.com

What’s new in 2015 for

the property market Get fit this spring

with parkrun

Pearsons in the

Meon Valley

Discover

Reach

the waterside delights in the village of Hythe

the London property market with Pearsons

Discover

your perfect Country & Individual Homes property at countryandindividualhomes.com.

Castle Street, Portchester: Guide Price ÂŁ650,000

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Reach the London property market with Pearsons

Contents The complete estate agency solution for the Meon Valley

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SALES Romsey p8 Southampton p14 West End p18 Hythe p26 Fareham p32 Southsea p39 Denmead p43 Winchester p46 Waterlooville p47 Clanfield p47 Havant p54 Andover p55 LETTINGS

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ARTICLES Our exclusive service for Country & Individual properties Mark Gilbert on Country & Individual Homes

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Hotspots, squeezes and stability What’s new for the property market in 2015?

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Pearsons reaches out to London buyers Keen to move to pastures new...

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Pleased to sponsor the Jimmy Adams Benefit Year

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Featured office: Hythe

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Fridge Cake chocfest Indulge yourself this Easter

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Featured office: Fareham

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Life in the Meon Valley p48 Sell your home with Pearsons for unique coverage

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p40 Boom time for letting p50 The Southampton lettings market is booming The parkrun phenomenon Join the global parkrun family

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Pearsons Block Management p56 Put your property in the hands of the professionals at Pearsons CONTACT US Office contact details

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Superior homes with character and style for sale and to let with Country & Individual Homes.

Festing Road, Southsea: Guide Price ÂŁ395,000

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Our

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If you are considering selling, request a free, no-obligation market appraisal of your property today from your local Pearsons Country & Individual Homes office.

TOP SALES OFFICE:

Pearsons Southsea

for Country & Individual properties

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elcome to the Spring edition of Dwell, the exclusive magazine for our premier property owners.

Spring is one of the busiest seasons in the Pearsons calendar – it’s a time when homes with that special character or setting look their most beautiful and when buyers are most likely to turn to us to match them with their perfect property.

Our Country & Individual Homes service is designed to suit precisely these discerning needs – it’s a premier service with a superior marketing strategy that enables us to reach more of the discerning househunters who are travelling further afield to find their dream home.

Prices for our Country & Individual Homes portfolio range from £250k to over £1million and include luxurious apartments and country cottages. All are marketed with star treatment for owners, enhanced promotional materials and exposure that really does make a world of difference.

Take a look at the beautiful homes we’ve featured in these pages and see the Country & Individual Homes difference for yourself; this is just a small selection of the available properties that you can see in full on our website at countryandindividualhomes.com.

Mark Gilbert Sales Director Pearsons Estate Agents

Country & Individual Homes A superior service for character homes for sale and to let countryandindividualhomes.com

Our Southsea branch has achieved a huge number of sales this quarter, with staff members putting in considerable effort to consistently obtain outstanding results for our clients.

STAR TESTIMONIAL

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all at Pearsons for their excellent customer service and for all the help you have offered over the past few months. Luke, in particular, has been incredible at keeping in contact and providing regular updates. Your approach to marketing our property leaves me in little doubt that we will use your services again in the future and I would not hesitate to recommend you to others.

– Mr S. F.

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What the numbers say:

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WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY ABOUT GROWTH IN 2015

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THE FIRST HALF OF 2015 IS EXPECTED TO FLATLINE, THE SECOND HALF MAKING IT BACK UP

7.2%

THE UK HOUSE PRICE RISE IN 2014 ACCORDING TO THE NATIONWIDE BUILDING SOCIETY

8.5%

WHAT THE HALIFAX SAID ABOUT 2014 HOUSE PRICE RISES

0.5%

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY ABOUT UNCHANGING MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES AT THE END OF 2015

Hotspots, squeezes and stability What’s going to happen in the property market this year?

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ith the experts in conflict about the state of the 2015 property market one minute and singing from the same sales particulars the next, it’s no wonder buyers and sellers are unsure whether they’re making a calculated move or a leap of faith as they ponder their property prospects this year. One thing’s in no doubt though – there’s more at play this year than just hot spots and squeezes.

Our view on 2015: “After a period of steady, positive growth in 2014, we’re expecting 2015 to be a more gradual affair, with house prices achieving a 4–5% rise. The general election will certainly be prompting many to hold fire with their instructions, but we’ll be expecting any slowdown to be corrected by a slight rejuvenation in the second half of the year as political events pass. 2015 will also be fraught with distractions from the Eurozone economies; the ramifications of countries like Greece leaving the bloc – or Grexit – could create serious uncertainty for us all. But, that said, our forecast for the property market remains positive and steady, particularly for homes outside London that should see welcome stability.

Talk to the friendly and experienced team at your local Pearsons office today for current market advice and a free valuation.”

Lee Turner Director Pearsons, Southampton

Election section There’s a general election coming on Thursday, 7th May and the housing market will undoubtedly feel a little trepidation until the result is out, but how are the main parties measuring up when it comes to making our housing more affordable?

THE CONSERVATIVES SAY: ü An affordable homes target of 275,000 by 2020 ü 200,000 homes at 20% discounts for FTBs under 40

LABOUR SAYS:

û No Mansion Tax û No new Council Tax bands û No Development Land Tax

ü Mansion Tax eiling on rent increases ü C over 3 year tenancies

UKIP SAYS:

00,000 annual total ü 2 housebuilding target

oubling the Council Tax ü D charge on properties empty for more than five years

û No Lettings agents fees for tenants in the private sector

00,000 annual total ü 2 housebuilding target

û No Mansion Tax û No new Council Tax bands û No Development Land Tax

THE LIB DEMS SAY: ü Mansion Tax ü More shared ownership and rent-to-buy ü 300,000 annual total housebuilding target

THE GREEN PARTY SAYS: ü Development Land Tax ü New Council Tax bands ü 500,000 new social affordable homes by 2020 ü Mansion Tax

û No Help to Buy Scheme û No lettings agents fees for tenants

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Lockerley, Nr Romsey 3 bedrooms £495,000 A Victorian cottage oozing charm and character and tucked away off a private drive in the centre of this picturesque village. The property offers a beautiful combination of both period and modern features which blend wonderfully to provide a lovely home in a most pleasant environment, with delightful gardens to both the front and rear of the cottage.

PEARSONS ROMSEY 01794 514516 | romsey @pearsons.com Call us for more information on this stunning property.

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Saunders Lane, Awbridge 7 bedrooms £1,250,000 This spacious residence has been meticulously improved by the present owners to provide a beautifully proportioned and well-balanced home, plus a stunning oak-framed barn providing self-contained two-bedroom ancillary accommodation. This property is presently a family home combined with a fully licensed luxury Bed & Breakfast business.

PEARSONS ROMSEY 01794 514516 | romsey @pearsons.com Contact us now to arrange an internal viewing of this property.

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8 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Jermyns Lane, Ampfield £850,000

Slab Lane, West Wellow £750,000

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a large family home nestled within the world famous Sir Harold Hillier Gardens and Arboretum.

A large and spacious home finished to an exacting standard, perfect for modern family living and situated in a desirable village.

PEARSONS ROMSEY

PEARSONS ROMSEY

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

4 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Winchester Road, Crampmoor £695,000

Mill Lane, Sherfield English £575,000

With origins dating back to the early 18th century, this property is now a charming family home, offering pleasantly spacious accommodation with a warm homely feel.

Quietly situated, with a charming interior and a separate office/studio, this is perfect for anyone working from home.

PEARSONS ROMSEY

PEARSONS ROMSEY

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

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3 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Sandy Lane, North Baddesley £550,000

Partridge Hill, Landford £545,000

A beautifully presented thatched cottage with separate annexe, in a private location on an unmade road on the edge of the village.

A very spacious home with two thirds of an acre close to The New Forest National Park and well placed for both Salisbury and Romsey.

PEARSONS ROMSEY

PEARSONS ROMSEY

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

4 bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Greatbridge Road, Romsey £535,000

Viney Avenue, Romsey £450,000

A spacious Edwardian home with an absolutely stunning interior and situated within easy level walking distance of Romsey town centre.

A creatively extended Victorian Lodge offering a wonderful mix of period features cleverly combined with a contemporary vaulted addition.

PEARSONS ROMSEY

PEARSONS ROMSEY

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

01794 514516 romsey@pearsons.com

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Pearsons reaches out to London buyers keen to move to pastures new T

he surge of London homeowners who have made the decision to cash in on rocketing property prices and seek a life in a less crowded environment away from the capital is continuing unabated.

According to a 2014 report in the Guardian, ‘Londoners had bought 44,000 properties worth a total of £15bn outside the capital – the highest level in terms of both volume and value since 2007’. Now Pearsons is reaching out to other homeowners who are keen to move to pastures new, thanks to a powerful presence in its associated London office in Park Lane.

The Pearsons’ portfolio of Country & Individual Homes is often the first stop for discriminating househunters looking for properties to buy or sell in a special setting or with a distinctive character, so placing these available homes within reach of a market that

is placing increasing value on lifestyle and quality of living is a logical step – as Paul Darvill, Associate Director of Pearsons, reveals.

“We often talk to prospective buyers from London,” says Paul. “Their motivation for a move away from the capital is usually the result of a lifestyle choice; parents want a better quality of life for themselves and their children with good quality schooling and traditional values and, in many cases, a rural setting that puts safety and the great outdoors first.”

This is great news for vendors across Pearsons’ branch network; having a shop window that’s seen by thousands of househunters in one of London’s busiest and most select areas will undoubtedly secure more interest from buyers who are looking for exactly the type of properties that feature in our Country & Individual Homes selection.

Reach the London Market Talk to Paul Darvill to find out how your property can be seen by prospective buyers across London.

Paul Darvill, Associate Director 01794 514516

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Lifestyle room

Bed 3 Master bedroom

Kitchen/ Breakfast room

Bed 2 Bed 4 Sitting room

Dining Room

Hallway

Lifestyle room Master bedroom Kitchen/ Breakfast room Sitting room Dining Room

Woodside, Chilworth 4 bedrooms £995,000 Standing in a mature plot in this well favoured location within Chilworth, this superb residence is excellently appointed with panoramic views over woodland. The secluded grounds are in excess of one third of an acre and include a triple width car barn. Planning has been granted to create a third floor offering additional bedrooms and en-suite facilities.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON 023 8023 3288 | southampton@pearsons.com Get in touch for more information on this charming property.

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5 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Bassett Wood Road, Bassett £1,100,000

Chilworth Ring, Chilworth £750,000

Imposing, bespoke and individual. This property is a home of real stature set on a substantial plot with a high degree of seclusion. Offering over 4000 sq ft of accommodation.

Tranquility, privacy and community. Houses are rare to the market in this location and are traditionally sought by purchasers looking for privacy with a neighbourhood feel.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

5 bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Jarvis Fields, Bursledon £575,000

Highfield Close, Highfield £475,000

Elegant, spacious and beautifully appointed. With approx.

2250 sq ft of accommodation this home offers versatile and flexible accommodation arranged over three floors.

Designed by renowned local architect Herbert Collins and situated in a cul-de-sac overlooking residents gardens and ornamental pond in a premier residential location.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

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Reception Hall

Kitchen/ Breakfast Room

Garage

Sitting Room Reception Room

Utility Room

Bedroom Master Bedroom

Landing

Study

Interconnecting Room

Bedroom Bedroom

Reception Hall

Kitchen/ Breakfast Room

Garage

Sitting Room Reception Room

Bassett Avenue, Bassett

Utility Room

Study

4 bedrooms £750,000 Superb character and mature grounds. A home of great character standing in a mature plot exceeding one third of an acre in a prime residential area. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms, three reception rooms, ample parking with two garages and attached gym/studio. Due to the accommodation and its features including the character and plot we anticipate early interest.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

Master Bedroom

023 8023 3288 | southampton@pearsons.com Contact the Southampton office to arrange a viewing of this delightful property.

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Landing Bedroom Bedroom

Interconnecting Room

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5 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Chilworth Heights, Chilworth £575,000

Glen Eyre Road, Southampton £500,000

Nestled in mature grounds and offering countryside views this ground floor apartment occupies an enviable position on the site of a former Victorian Hunting Lodge.

A substantial 4 bedroom detached new home in an exclusive art deco inspired luxury development by respected developer Roxan Construction. Reservations are now being taken.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

4 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Mayfair Gardens, Banister Park £475,000

St James Road, Southampton £465,000

Elegant city living at its finest. Laid out over four levels, this exceptional townhouse exceeds 1800 sq ft and has been comprehensively updated and remodelled.

An immaculately presented period detached residence constructed in 1912, with character features, set in the increasingly popular Upper Shirley district of Southampton.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

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5 bedrooms

5 bedrooms

Ardnave Crescent, Bassett £675,000

Quob Lane, West End £995,000

Standing in mature grounds of over a quarter of an acre (0.278 promap) this substantial detached residence offers exceptionally spacious accommodation.

A superb detached family residence significantly improved and updated by the current owners and set within a plot of approximately three acres.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON

PEARSONS WEST END

023 8023 3288 southampton@pearsons.com

023 8047 7377 westend@pearsons.com

5 bedrooms

5 bedrooms

Quob Lane, West End £650,000

Burnetts Lane, Horton Heath £595,000

Set on a generous sized plot with delightful views over neighbouring fields. This detached Lodge House offers versatile living accommodation with good sized rooms.

A detached family house with a rear garden of approx. 146' situated in a desirable, well established residential position to the east side of Denmead Village.

PEARSONS WEST END

PEARSONS WEST END

023 8047 7377 westend@pearsons.com

023 8047 7377 westend@pearsons.com

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Allington Lane, West End 5 bedrooms £1,200,000 An impressive detached house with approximately 4000 sq ft of living accommodation set within extensive grounds well in excess of three acres with an extensive range of additional buildings. Overall the property offers an excellent opportunity for those looking for a good sized family home with a rural feel and equestrian and commercial facilities.

PEARSONS WEST END 023 8047 7377 | westend@pearsons.com Call us for more information on this unique home.

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It’s easy to set up automatic email alerts to notify you of new properties matching your criteria.

Our leading edge website works beautifully on all your devices – smartphone, tablet and PC – so you will always be up to date, on the move.

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Talk to the team at Pearsons, we offer unrivalled local knowledge and market expertise. We’ll also value your property for free, with no obligation.

PLEA SED TO SPONSOR T H E J I M M Y ADAM S B E N E FI T Y E A R

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Pleased to sponsor the Jimmy Adams Benefit Year J

immy Adams is fast becoming something of a legend in Hampshire cricket. Signing for his county in 2002, this left-hand opening batsman and respected fielder reached 10,000 first-class runs for the club before scoring 231 runs – his fifth double century against Leicestershire at the Ageas Bowl last year. It’s little wonder that Hampshire Cricket this year rewarded Jimmy with a benefit year and Pearsons is proud to be sponsoring a great year of events that kicked off with a launch party at the Grand Harbour Hotel in January.

Jimmy was born in Winchester and showed great cricket prowess from a very early age. He played for Hampshire’s junior sides and England’s Under 19s before signing for Hampshire. He was awarded his Hampshire Cap in 2006 when he recorded his highest first-class score, 262 at Trent Bridge. His consistently great form led him to a Hampshire captaincy at the end of the 2011 season when he replaced Dominic Cork and responded by finishing the 2012 season as leading run-scorer in the LV=’s Division Two County Championship.

Everyone at Pearsons will be following Jimmy’s Benefit Year closely and we’ll be proud to play our part at the events that have been scheduled to make this a thoroughly rewarding 2015 for him.

Find out more Pearsons are proud to sponsor the Jimmy Adams Benefit Year, so visit pearsons.com/local-area-guide to see the full calendar of events.

You can follow the Benefit on Twitter at @JAdamsBenefit.

Photos © LMI Photography

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Hythe – a charming coastal village where the New Forest meets the waterside   23

Hythe – a charming coastal village where the New Forest meets the waterside

People in the south love the water. We love its landscapes, the places it takes us to and we are crazy about what we can do on it. We sail, we surf, we ski, we kayak and the hardiest of us swim, even in the coldest of winters.

With the waterside to the east and the impressive New Forest National Park to the west, Hythe is a truly special place to call home.

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Recently sold in Hythe:

Sold: £575,000

Featured office: Hythe The friendliest estate agency around and home to truly great coffee

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Sold: £650,000

ust a few steps from the pier where the Red Funnel Ferry from Southampton docks at Hythe, you’ll find what has affectionately become known as the friendliest estate agency around. That comes as no surprise to the Hythe team – most of its instructions come from repeat business because clients are used to dealing with property professionals who always go the extra mile for them, as Associate Director of Hythe Branch, Karien Read, explains.

Central location

Sold: £459,950

“We’re located in the middle of a lovely small village and that’s shaped the way the office works,” says Karien. “We enjoy being an integral part of the community; Hythe is such a friendly place and we often find ourselves welcoming clients back to the office for a great cup of coffee and a catch-up about how their moves have gone. It’s little wonder the same clients turn to us first when they’re ready to make another move; the coffee is always ready!”

Not only is Pearsons a central feature of Hythe’s waterfront locale, this is a team that’s also heavily involved in local charity work, supporting The Waterside Cancer Support Centre, a free drop-in support centre that’s part of the Wessex Cancer Trust and for people in the area who are affected by cancer. The Pearsons’ team regularly hold events to raise funds for the charity, such as the Jumble Sale on Saturday 18th April and numerous sporting events – Karien herself has raised considerable funds by running in races including the Great South Run and Reading Half Marathon.

The Waterside – welcome to a world of exhilarating watersports

CONTACT HYTHE 7–9 The Marsh, Hythe, Hampshire SO45 6AJ 023 8084 4131 hythe@pearsons.com

This charming waterside village certainly has plenty to attract prospective homebuyers from outside the area. People who don’t know Hythe – even those who live just across the water in and around the city centre – are often amazed when they visit and take in the beautiful surroundings here. This is a place where the New Forest and its delightful hamlets meet the beach and a world of exhilarating watersports.

But this is a secret that’s far from ours; more and more people are moving to the Waterside because they share our passion for watersports – and there’s certainly plenty to keep every lover of all

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things maritime occupied. From the marina at Hythe where lazy days are spent relaxing on yachts or in cafés to Calshot’s watersports centre where the more active sail, windsurf, powerboat or canoe. We are truly spoilt for choice.

Ask the Pearsons team at Hythe about the communities most favoured by househunters today and they’ll tell you that Ashlett, the small village at the end of the Ashlett Creek inlet is the first port of call; it’s seriously popular with the dinghy sailors who venture from across Southampton Water and beyond to enjoy the easy pace and picturesque landing stage.

Just further around Calshot’s point and to the west into the Solent, you’ll find

exquisite waterfront properties and moorings that pepper the coastline from Ashlett to Lepe and the Beaulieu River and on to Lymington’s port town.

But, from whichever vantage you stand, you’ll always see the sails of the south’s eager yachting community that takes to the water, every day of the year.

We’re home to some of the finest yachting challenges in the world and our seascape is perpetually immortalised by the images of the sailors who venture around the island, around the UK and across the Atlantic – all in the name of the challenge, the glory and, of course, the pleasure. And the pleasure is ours, the people who get to see it all up close, to behold.

Thinking of moving to Hythe?

If you’re thinking of moving into Hythe or the neighbouring villages of the Waterside, remember to talk to Karien at Pearsons about their Country & Individual Homes properties – you already know how good the coffee is!

Karien Read, Associate Director 023 8084 4131

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Main Road, Dibden 4 bedrooms £1,150,000 This property has been extensively remodelled and offers immaculate and stylish accommodation. This family home is positioned in a semi-rural location on the edge of the New Forest National Park with its many facilities for equestrian and sailing pursuits. Set in landscaped grounds of approximately one acre with views towards Southampton Water.

PEARSONS HYTHE 023 8084 4131 | hythe@pearsons.com Find more Hythe properties for sale at countryandindividualhomes.com.

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7 bedrooms

5 bedrooms

Nash Road, Dibden Purlieu £875,000

West Common, Blackfield £849,950

An impressive five bedroom detached character home built in 1935 with a two bedroom detached chalet bungalow in grounds of approximately one third of an acre.

A spacious and versatile family home set in established grounds. Previously used as a Bed and Breakfast the property has all the appropriate facilities.

PEARSONS HYTHE

PEARSONS HYTHE

023 8084 4131 hythe@pearsons.com

023 8084 4131 hythe@pearsons.com

4 bedrooms

Main Road, Dibden £745,000

4 bedrooms

Calshot Road, Fawley £459,950

An impressive four bedroom detached house set in grounds Situated in the New Forest National Park and built in 1933 is of approximately two thirds of an acre within The New Forest this individual 4 bedroom detached house. Benefiting from National Park and backing on to open fields. gas central heating and gardens of 0.270 of an acre.

PEARSONS HYTHE

PEARSONS HYTHE

023 8084 4131 hythe@pearsons.com

023 8084 4131 hythe@pearsons.com

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Fridge Cake Chocfest Probably your most indulgent chocolate moment this Easter…

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t’s Easter again and the inevitable chocolate meltdown will ensue. For those without wills of steel or parental patience, applying the ‘can’t beat them, join them’ precept is the only rational course of action, so you may as well indulge in style.

For those in want of culture with your cocoa, this delectable Tiffin confection originated at the turn of the century

in Troon in Scotland – Fridge Cake became the term du jour when the preparation became the go-to, no-bake, straight-to-chiller chocfest.

There are many recipes for Fridge Cake, but by far the most rewarding approach is to just mix up your favourite ingredients from these essential chocolate, fruit, nuts and biscuits and prepare to get sticky…

Fridge Cake Recipe You will need: ·· 300g Chocolate. Obviously. A mix of half-milk, half-plain won’t be too bitter, rich or sickly ·· 200g dried fruit. Chop up your favourites into small pieces ·· 100g nuts. Flaked almonds, brazils, pistachios, you pick ·· 200g biscuits. Digestives, rich teas, amaretti…

·· 1 tbsp golden syrup or granulated or demerara sugar ·· 150ml orange juice or Cointreau, whisky or rum ·· 120g butter ·· 1 egg yolk ·· 50g mixed peel

How to make: 1. P ut the juice or alcohol into a pan with the chopped fruit and heat until the fruit is swollen and squishy with liquid. Cool.

2. Break the biscuits into chunks.

3. Line a 20cm square brownie tin with baking paper.

4. Break the chocolate into chunks and melt in a bowl over boiling water.

5. Beat the butter and syrup until soft and fluffy before mixing the egg in.

6. B eat the chocolate into the butter, then put everything else in and stir until everything is covered with chocolate.

7. S poon the concoction into the baking tin, press down with a wooden spoon and place in the fridge for a few hours until it’s set. Lift the paper out, cut into desired shape and store in an airtight container in the fridge before indulging.

Sell your property at Pearsons’ Property Auctions in association with Auction House LOCAL KNOWLEDGE – NATIONAL STRENGTH

We offer a comprehensive service to clients wishing to offer their property for sale by Public Auction.

In association with Auction House UK we have 38 auction rooms across the country and with branches covering Hampshire all working together to make our Auctions a success, your property will reach the widest range of ready buyers available.

We have a dedicated Auction Department co-ordinating the sales and providing advice on the process and guiding our clients towards gaining the best results.

For further information, please contact auctioneer Toby Wheatley.

023 8047 4274 pearsonsauctions.com

Part of the national Auction House network

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The signs are still looking good...

Recently sold in Fareham:

Another perfect performance for Pearsons Fareham

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hen it comes to performance in property, there are few branches that can equal Pearsons in Fareham.

Consistently achieving more sales, this remarkable team is determined to keep this success story running – and judging by recent results, there’s literally no sign of change any time soon.

According to For Sale Sign Analysis, the trusted suppliers of independent market share reports for England and Wales, Pearsons in Fareham has been voted the leading estate agent in the town for the 34th quarter in a row. From July 2005 to October 2014 and with current figures yet to be revealed, Pearsons ‘Sold’ signs have dominated the town’s streets, outperforming all other agents and encouraging more vendors to instruct the team to work its magic for them.

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So what is the secret to the branch’s success?

Jeremy Beckingsale, Director at Pearsons in Fareham, puts it down to consistency and accessibility.

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“We simply stay true to our principles of great service and we work harder to get the right results for our customers,” he reveals. “We’re a good, coherent team of property professionals who have worked together for many years and our obvious presence in the town centre undoubtedly attracts buyers and sellers from surrounding areas.

We’re also more accessible than other agents as we have full time staff manning the branch seven days a week and until 7pm on weekday evenings – and all of us are committed to giving our customers the service levels we know they deserve.”

Two years ago, Pearsons made the decision to acquire neighbouring premises in West Street to create more space for the entire Residential Sales, Lettings and Financial Services teams. Today, a buoyant rental market, more competitive lending propositions and a return to favour for home sales has ensured the signs for Pearsons in this thriving market town are still looking good.

Selling your property in Fareham?

Talk to Jeremy at Pearsons today for a free, no-obligation market appraisal.

Jeremy Beckingsale, Director MNAEA 01329 288241

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Fareham Hayling Southsea Island

CONTACT FAREHAM 21 West Street, Fareham, Hampshire PO16 0BG 01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

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Castle Street, Portchester 4 bedrooms £650,000 An imposing and substantial detached house situated in a highly sought after location and occupying a stunning landscaped plot. Designed and created by the present owner the beautifully arranged gardens must be viewed in order to be appreciated. There is an extensive driveway to the front of the house, generous front garden and double garage.

PEARSONS FAREHAM 01329 288241 | fareham@pearsons.com Could this be your dream home? Call us today to arrange a viewing.

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5 bedrooms

5 bedrooms

The Avenue, Fareham £899,950

Fontley Road, Fareham £825,000

A superbly presented detached residence measuring approximately 4275 sq ft located close to Fareham town centre, train station and all local amenities.

An attractive and imposing detached house with welldesigned living accommodation arranged over two floors together with four stables and approx. 2 ¼ acres.

PEARSONS FAREHAM

PEARSONS FAREHAM

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

5 bedrooms

Taking the trusted Pearsons’ approach one step further Dining Room 12’ 7 x 9’ 0 (3.84m x 2.74m)

Two windows to front elevation offering natural light. Exposed feature brick fireplace with chimney breast and hearth as well as open working fire. Radiator. Exposed wall timbers. Wall light points.

Rear Lobby

Radiator. Tiled flooring. Stable style door to side elevation as well as further door to alternate elevation. Internal door to kitchen/ breakfast room.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room 14’ 5 x 10’ 6 (4.39m x 3.20m)

Refitted by the current owners and is now finished in an Ivory Shaker style with a range of eye and base level units with butchers block style work top surface over. Enamel one and a half bowl drainer sink unit. Tiled splash backs to work top surfaces. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Built-in Hotpoint dishwasher. Glazed display cabinets. Windows to side and rear elevations. Built-in fridge/freezer.

Built in washing machine. Smooth plastered ceiling.

Southampton Road, Fareham £649,950 An impressive family home, believed to date from 1872 and standing on a double width plot within one of Fareham’s most desirable residential locations.

PEARSONS FAREHAM 01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

Services

Council Tax

Gas, water, electricity and mains drainage are connected.

Please note that none of the services or appliances have been

Band: E, Charge: £1,708.46, Year: 2012/13

by Pearsons. room with a triple aspect creating finished Reference A beautifullytested S5299/LT/210213D1 a light and airy feel. There is ample room for casual dining and a comprehensive range of built in appliances.

Chilworth Old Village, Southampton,

Viewings are by prior appointment with Pearsons Southampton - call 023 8023 3288.

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34 Dwell: Country & Individual Homes

5 bedrooms

5 bedrooms

Portchester Road, Fareham OIEO £550,000

Chalford Grange, Fareham £565,000

This substantial and distinctive detached family house has been significantly extended by the present owners who have created a stunning family home.

An individually designed detached family house of 1,968 sq ft built by Burton Property in 2013. Featuring a south facing rear garden. The property is in excellent order throughout.

PEARSONS FAREHAM

PEARSONS FAREHAM

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

6 bedrooms

5 bedrooms

Miller Drive, Fareham £549,950

Alum Way, Down End £535,000

An impressive and versatile family home incorporating a two storey self-contained two bedroom annexe, situated on a generous plot within a highly regarded location.

An extended detached family home located in a cul-de-sac position in Down End. The property has been extended on both the ground and first floor.

PEARSONS FAREHAM

PEARSONS FAREHAM

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

Fareham 35

4 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Heathfield Avenue, Fareham £500,000

Heathfield Avenue, Catisfield £485,000

A beautifully presented four bedroom extended detached family home located in the sought after area of Catisfield.

This property is offered with no forward chain.

This well presented family home is set within one fifth of an acre (0.203 acre promap) and must be viewed to be appreciated, located in the popular area of Catisfield.

PEARSONS FAREHAM

PEARSONS FAREHAM

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

4 bedrooms

Taking surveying to the next level William Price Gardens £425,000 A modern detached family home located within a highly sought after development close to Fareham town centre, train station and leisure facilities.

Pearsons Surveyors offer a wide range of survey and valuation services across Hampshire.

To discuss your property requirements, please contact Peter Powell FRICS or Martin Banfield FRICS

PEARSONS FAREHAM

Southampton: 023 8021 1929 Fareham: 01329 221895 Portsmouth: 023 9248 6244 Winchester: 01962 761703

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

Email us at: surveyors@pearsons.com

36 Dwell: Country & Individual Homes

Mallory Crescent, Fareham 5 bedrooms £535,000 This much improved detached family house has been subject to an extensive programme of improvements to provide a stunning family home. The property benefits from double glazing, gas fired central heating and oak flooring to a number of the ground floor rooms. Outside there is an extensive block paved driveway and a mainly lawned rear garden.

PEARSONS FAREHAM 01329 288241 | fareham@pearsons.com See more internal photography at countryandindividualhomes.com.

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Dining Room

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Bedroom Four

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Swallow Wood, Fareham 4 bedrooms £430,000 An immaculately presented detached family house, situated within a small and select culde-sac. The house has been refurbished by the present owners over recent years to include replacement kitchen and bathroom plus windows, doors and boiler. The landscaped gardens have been designed by Hillier and are a real feature of this property.

PEARSONS FAREHAM 01329 288241 | fareham@pearsons.com Contact the team at Fareham to arrange a viewing of this property.

Study

Conservatory

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Bedroom Four

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Furzehall Avenue, Fareham 4 bedrooms £415,000 An impressive detached family house situated within a much requested development to the north of Fareham town centre. The house has been significantly enhanced by the addition of the ground floor extension which provides a stunning kitchen/dining/family room. Outside, there is ample parking, double garage and a secluded rear garden.

PEARSONS FAREHAM 01329 288241 | fareham@pearsons.com Call us today and arrange a viewing of this well presented property.

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3 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Forneth Gardens, Fareham £425,000

Swan Quay, Fareham £400,000

This superbly presented modern detached family house is situated in a small and exclusive gated development within the popular location of Catisfield.

The versatile and well-designed living accommodation is arranged over three floors. Outside the property benefits from a 10m pontoon/berth available at all states of tide.

PEARSONS FAREHAM

PEARSONS FAREHAM

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

01329 288241 fareham@pearsons.com

5 bedrooms

Our lettings service is

tailored

to your needs

We are committed to providing quality residential lettings services. As an independent company we are able to ensure a personal service and have a flexible approach to individual landlord requirements.

Are you considering letting your property?

Contact your local Pearsons office and request a free market appraisal.

Cousins Grove, Southsea OIEO £700,000 A quality detached Edwardian residence built in 1910 with original features including working servant’s bells and a feature open fireplace. Close to amenities.

PEARSONS SOUTHSEA 023 9273 5558 southsea@pearsons.com

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Portsmouth and Southsea

FRATTON Fratton

Portsmouth Harbour

OLD PORTSMOUTH

SOUTHSEA SOUTHSEA COMMON

Grove Road South, Southsea 6 bedrooms £950,000 Just a few steps from town centre shopping and the seafront is this remarkable detached Victorian residence which we believe was built around 1889. It is presently registered as a guest house with owners accommodation. Having been carefully restored it has been extensively modernised yet still retains much of the original character and features.

Portsmouth and Southsea

FRATTON

PEARSONS SOUTHSEA Portsmouth 023 9273 5558 Harbour

Fratton

OLD| southsea@pearsons.com Contact us now to arrange an internal viewing of this property.

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4 bedrooms

7 bedrooms

Craneswater Avenue, Southsea £575,000

Gains Road, Southsea £550,000

An impressively sized family home presented in good decorative order. The location is perfect for a family as good schools, Canoe Lake and Southsea seafront are close by.

A fine detached 7 bedroom residence. The central entrance with Portico style surround gives the house a well balanced feel, this property provides a home to fulfil all needs.

PEARSONS SOUTHSEA

PEARSONS SOUTHSEA

023 9273 5558 southsea@pearsons.com

023 9273 5558 southsea@pearsons.com

3 bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Freestone Road, Southsea £500,000

Clocktower Drive, Southsea £389,995

An attractively styled and newly refurbished semi-detached house, built we believe around 1860. The rear garden is surprisingly large for such a central location.

A stunning Grade II listed period building enjoying panoramic views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth Harbour and over the city landscape.

PEARSONS SOUTHSEA

PEARSONS SOUTHSEA

023 9273 5558 southsea@pearsons.com

023 9273 5558 southsea@pearsons.com

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Festing Road, Southsea 3 bedrooms £395,000 An imposing red brick building which stands on a corner plot linking Eastern Parade and Festing Road. The apartment occupies an enviable position with panoramic aspect towards the seafront. Internally this home is presented to a high standard offering plenty of spacious rooms with high ceilings, large windows and many period features.

PEARSONS SOUTHSEA 023 9273 5558 | southsea@pearsons.com Find more properties in the Southsea area at countryandindividualhomes.com.

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Conservatory Bedroom five Kitchen Bedroom four

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Hambledon Road, Denmead 5 bedrooms £800,000 This impressive family home is ideally situated on the outskirts of Denmead offering easy access to the beautiful countryside and villages within the Meon Valley. Set back off the road, the property is set behind a row of mature conifers and approached through twin electronic ranch house style gates which open onto a horse shoe drive set around a broad central lawn.

PEARSONS DENMEAD 023 9225 9151 | denmead@pearsons.com Call us today for more information on this stunning property.

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Soake Road, Denmead 5 bedrooms £775,000 A very individual detached house at the end of an extensive private drive approach, set within a secluded plot of approximately 1.25 acres to the east of Denmead Village. There is ample scope to utilise the outside space which not only includes gardens but garaging with workshop/storage facilities and a separate shed that could be adapted for home working.

PEARSONS DENMEAD 023 9225 9151 | denmead@pearsons.com Arrange your viewing of this extensive home today by contacting the Denmead team.

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4 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

West Street, Hambledon £850,000

Uplands Road, Denmead £799,950

An individual Barn style home, full of charm and character featuring a detached double garage with studio over, with pastureland to the rear and views of Cams Hill to the front.

Superb executive home in prime location with country views to rear situated on the favoured western outskirts of Denmead. Flexible accommodation with annexe potential.

PEARSONS DENMEAD

PEARSONS DENMEAD

023 9225 9151 denmead@pearsons.com

023 9225 9151 denmead@pearsons.com

4 bedroom

4 bedrooms

Anmore Road, Denmead £650,000

Creech View, Denmead £475,000

An impressive period country cottage believed to have originated from the 17th century. The property offers a fine balance of old world charm with a modern finish.

Executive detached house built by Bellway Homes, situated on a good sized plot in a requested cul-de-sac location within easy reach of Denmead village centre and local schooling.

PEARSONS DENMEAD

PEARSONS DENMEAD

023 9225 9151 denmead@pearsons.com

023 9225 9151 denmead@pearsons.com

46 Dwell: Country & Individual Homes

5 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Little Corner, Denmead £475,000

Creech View, Denmead £425,000

Extended family home offering flexible accommodation with easy access to Denmead Village Centre. Double garage and enclosed garden to the rear. No forward chain.

Detached four bedroom house in a sought after cul-desac a short walk from Denmead Village Centre. Fully enclosed garden.

PEARSONS DENMEAD

PEARSONS DENMEAD

023 9225 9151 denmead@pearsons.com

023 9225 9151 denmead@pearsons.com

3 bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Hambledon Road, Denmead £375,000

Colden Common, Winchester £399,950

Luxury chalet style property completed in 2012 set within Denmead village centre. Front and rear garden, garage and parking space.

Detached modern bungalow situated just five miles from Winchester with two good sized bedrooms, spacious living area, offered in excellent condition throughout.

PEARSONS DENMEAD

PEARSONS WINCHESTER

023 9225 9151 denmead@pearsons.com

01962 853344 winchester@pearsons.com

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Exciting and exclusive development of just two spacious, four bedroomed executive detached homes, lying within an A3(M)under construction by established location in one of Waterlooville’s most prestigious locations.

The properties, currently Widley Knight Homes, have been superbly designed and will be beautifully presented Portsmouth and finished to an exacting standard.

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Five Heads Road, Horndean £450,000

Blendworth Lane, Blendworth £250,000

Detached chalet style house set in a semi-rural location adjacent to open fields and countryside. Offering spacious well-planned accommodation and a generously sized plot.

Located within the grounds of the Cadlington House Estate, a beautifully restored one bedroom single storey cottage which features exposed beams and trusses.

PEARSONS CLANFIELD

PEARSONS CLANFIELD

023 9259 1717 clanfield@pearsons.com

023 9259 1717 clanfield@pearsons.com

48 Dwell: Country & Individual Homes

Life in the Meon Valley All the trappings of England’s rural communities and more…

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he Meon Valley follows the course of the River Meon that flows for more than 20 miles through Hampshire from its East Meon source in the South Downs National Park out to the Solent at Hill Head.

Set right in the heart of this beautiful part of the Hampshire countryside is our Denmead branch, possibly one of the most idyllic locations of our entire branch network – and unsurprisingly popular with the househunters who travel into the valley in search of the home of their dreams.

And this is a place where so many properties in the Country & Individual Homes portfolio tick every box. Great character properties to die for – check. Desirable location that you’d never want to leave – check.

Landscapes of outstanding natural beauty and everything you love about our great countryside – check.

Denmead is one of a handful of charming villages that flank the Meon Valley, including Hambledon, East and West Meon, Droxford, Warnford, Corhampton, Bishops Waltham, Hambledon and Meonstoke. With the South Downs National Park, Butser Hill and Queen Elizabeth Country Park just a few leafy lanes away and the south coast shores a little further, there are countless reasons to venture into Hampshire’s stunning green belt.

With all the trappings of England’s rural communities close at hand, from cricket greens and pavilion teas, brass bands and choirs, fishing and village fairs and a myriad of historic buildings, Pearsons in Denmead is used to enquiries from local sellers and buyers who want to move into parishes new and from city dwellers who want an exquisite bolthole in the heart of the countryside to escape and unwind.

This is, indeed, a life less ordinary.

Left and right: Hambledon, centre: Denmead

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Sell with Pearsons and your property will be marketed by five established offices covering the Meon Valley.

If you are thinking of moving this year, Pearsons Meon Valley offer a bespoke multi-disciplined service and the combined expertise of 5 teams of property professionals with excellent local and market knowledge.

From sale or let by private treaty or auction, residential or commercial, survey, recommendation to legal services and independent financial advice incorporating inheritance tax advice and planning, we are able to offer the complete estate agency solution.

CONTACT US With local specialists in each office waiting to offer expert advice please call 01489 808775 to arrange a free moving consultation.

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Boom time for lettings The Southampton lettings market is booming and, if you’re looking for your first rental home – there’s never been a better time to find a great home in the city.

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hat’s the message from Marsh Stone, Lettings Manager at Pearsons in Southampton’s London Road and the predictions are that the surge of investment interest from landlords is unlikely to show any sign of slowing down for some time.

“The lettings market has been steadily growing over the last couple of years,” explains Marsh.

“And, so far in 2015, we’ve already seen a 10% increase in lettings – the year looks set to be our best yet. There’s been a considerable amount of press interest in Southampton’s investment potential and that’s undoubtedly had an effect on our business. Currently one in four of our sales calls are regarding buy-to-lets and the vast majority of these are managed lettings, which our dedicated team is perfectly equipped to take on as a tailored service for landlords.”

The branch handles lettings across the city centre, including Bassett, Upper Shirley and Ocean Village, but it’s Banister Park and Inner Avenue that are currently the most sought after areas.

Young couples looking for their first rental home, including those who might not be ready for the first time buyer market, are really spoilt for choice at the moment, flats and three-bedroom houses being hugely popular for Pearsons customers.

Meanwhile, executive homes in and around the city are always in demand, notably for big corporate clients looking to relocate staff, and landlords are achieving high rental yields as the Country & Individual Homes market continues to flourish.

GET IN TOUCH If you’re thinking of taking on an investment property, letting out your own home or if you’re a prospective tenant and you’d like to talk to Pearsons about finding the right rental property, get in touch with the Lettings team at Southampton on 023 8023 2909 or visit pearsons.com and click on Lettings.

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5 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Pinelands Road, Chilworth £2,800 pcm + fees

Bassett Avenue, Southampton £1,900 pcm + fees

This outstanding character detached house is situated on large plot that boasts its own private tennis court and swimming pool and is well presented throughout.

We are pleased to welcome to the market this brand new immaculately furnished ‘Arts and Crafts’ designed four bedroom town house.

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON LETTINGS

PEARSONS SOUTHAMPTON LETTINGS

023 8023 2909 lettings@pearsons.com

023 8023 2909 lettings@pearsons.com

4 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Green Lane, Hambledon £1,700 pcm + fees

Horseshoe Drive, Romsey £1,595 pcm + fees

Imposing, detached, four bedroom bungalow set within its own grounds (approx ⅔ acre) undergoing refurbishment, including re-decoration, new floor coverings and bathrooms.

Beautifully presented four bedroom detached house situated within a secluded plot close to Romsey Town Centre with light and spacious accommodation.

PEARSONS WATERLOOVILLE LETTINGS

PEARSONS ROMSEY LETTINGS

023 9226 2611 waterloovillelettings@pearsons.com

01794 521841 romseylettings@pearsons.com

Our top picks for parkrun:

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RUNNING TRAINERS A good pair of trainers will make sure your feet and ankles are protected while you run. Our tip: buy trainers that you really like the look of to encourage you to wear them more!

COMFORTABLE CLOTHES Wear sports clothes that don’t restrict your movements while running. Our tip: wear leggings under shorts for extra warmth.

The parkrun phenomenon Get fit, get faster or just get outside and join the global parkrun family

KEEP HYDRATED Make sure you stay hydrated by drinking lots of water. Your body will perform better and you’ll be more likely to beat your personal best!

HAVE FUN! Above all, have fun and enjoy running with hundreds of other people in your local park!

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very weekend across the UK, hundreds of thousands of runners converge in lovely parkland settings to run 5km – they do it either to get fit, get faster or just get outside and meet people. This is parkrun and it’s a phenomenon that’s connecting more people more quickly than any other sporting event in the world.

try their feet at 2km. 5km is a distance that most people can achieve without feeling pressured to perform – indeed, many will either start or finish with a walk, but all will be happy to be part of the parkrun family. As long as you’ve got a pair of trainers and a smile, you’ll feel right at home, just get to your local parkrun event, complete a one-off The concept is simple, grown ups turn registration and a barcode result system will track every run you do and record up every Saturday to run 5km while juniors can have a go every Sunday and your time.

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In the UK alone, more than 600,000 runners have completed over 30,000,000 kilometres totalling over 6,000,000 runs in more than 40,000 events. Worldwide, over half a million runners are part of this international family. So what exactly is behind parkrun’s incredible success?

There’s a parkrun for everyone, everywhere The parkrun story began in 2004 with a group of just 13 runners who met for a run in Bushy Park in Teddington, London. Paul Sinton-Hewitt founded that first parkrun and now manages a global enterprise that aims to have a parkrun in every town in the world to ensure everyone, everywhere can take part in a free, safe sporting event.

Since 2009, Australia, Denmark, Ireland, New Zealand, Poland, Russia, South Africa and USA have all joined

the parkrun fold and are now hosting events every weekend, so even if you’re overseas you can rock up at a parkrun and take part with new faces from your parkrun family.

in your town, just visit parkrun.com to search for your nearest parkrun and take a friend or a smile and introduce yourself to the parkrun family.

Running is a great way to get outdoors and feel good, but now research has been published that suggests parkrun is an effective community-based intervention for improving public health and has huge appeal for non-runners.

The SparkLE 1 paper published in the Journal of Public Health describes the results from 7308 SparkLE participants in terms of demographics, current physical activity, the perceived impact of involvement and parkrun performance statistics.

So, whether you’re young or old, a plodder or an Olympic pacemaker, why not think about taking part in your local parkrun? There’s certain to be an event

Grab your friends and a smile and get involved in the worldwide parkrun phenomenon!

54 Dwell: Country & Individual Homes

Bellair Road, Havant 5 bedrooms £720,000 This five bedroom detached Victorian residence has been modernised by the current owners whilst still retaining many period features and sits on a plot size of 0.232 of an acre (promap).

Benefits include a large lounge with solid Oak wood flooring, kitchen / dining room, sitting room, ground floor W.C, en-suite to master bedroom, garage and off road parking.

PEARSONS HAVANT 023 9248 6244 | havant@pearsons.com Call us for more information on this property.

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6 bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Langstone Road, Havant £650,000

High Street, Monxton £420,000

This is a rare opportunity to purchase a substantial family home situated in a popular location, ideally suited for the larger family or those seeking their own space.

A delightful Grade II Listed thatched cottage, dating from the 15th Century. Original features including exposed beams, brick work and inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove.

PEARSONS HAVANT

PEARSONS ANDOVER

023 9248 6244 havant@pearsons.com

01264 353356 andover@pearsons.com

4 bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Brookside House, Thruxton £385,000

Sainsbury Close, Andover £379,995

Constructed in 1850 of colour washed rendered chalk walls under a tiled roof, set with casement windows. Offering the purchasers scope to put their own mark.

Looking for a tranquil, garden setting? This detached house is located close to the town centre with the attractive mature garden backing onto the River Anton.

PEARSONS ANDOVER

PEARSONS ANDOVER

01264 353356 andover@pearsons.com

01264 353356 andover@pearsons.com

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PEARSONS BLOCK MANAGEMENT

Put your property portfolio in the hands of the professionals at Pearsons in the legal issues that invariably ensue.

That’s why so many landlords place their property portfolios and their trust in the hands of professionals who know exactly how to run, manage and serve multiple residential units.

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f you own a building with multiple units, you’ll understand the responsibilities that come with it; property management can be timeconsuming, costly and fraught with complexity – especially when you factor

Pearsons’ Block Management service is an all-embracing resource that’s supported by a dedicated team of property professionals with over 15 years’ experience and who look after blocks of various shapes and sizes and of 3 to 40 homes. The team is based in Southampton and manages properties across the Pearsons’ network, including Portsmouth, Waterlooville and Southsea to the east and Southampton, Romsey, Winchester and Hythe to the west.

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The fee for this comprehensive service is just £120 plus VAT per flat, per year and it covers everything you need to keep your property safe, legal and in good decorative order, including: ·· P reparing and administering the service charge budget and accounts ·· Renewing insurances and chasing service charge arrears ·· Managing your repairs and maintenance programme ·· Advising on sales and lettings ·· Periodic inspections and reports and AGM support ·· Arranging for quotes and large works ·· Advising on Health and Safety and other related issues As Gill Smith, who runs Pearsons’ Property Management department, explains, it’s all about peace of mind for landlords.

“Our priority is to take the strain away from the owner”, she says. “That’s why we go further with our property management service. Most agents will cover the basics, but we also offer valuable legal support.

From dealing with Companies House to enfranchisement and Rights to Manage documentation, Pearsons are well equipped to handling these complex issues – all the time ensuring the property is managed seamlessly and the tenants are happy.”

ARE YOU A LANDLORD? Talk to Gill at Pearsons today about the management of your block.

Gill Smith Property Management gill@pearsons.com 023 8023 7577

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Our offices are open 9am–6pm, Monday to Friday and 9am–4pm on Saturdays where we are available in person or over the phone to A345 give A360 advice, arrange viewings or valuations or help progress your sale.

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Andover

Southsea

1–2 Swan Court, East Street, Andover SP10 1EZ Sales & Lettings: 01264 353356 andover@pearsons.com

35 Marmion Road, Southsea PO5 2AT Sales: 023 9273 5558 | Lettings: 023 9229 7878 southsea@pearsons.com

Clanfield

Waterlooville

41 Drift Road, Clanfield, PO8 0JS Sales: 023 9259 1717 | Lettings: 023 9226 2611 clanfield@pearsons.com

77 London Road, Waterlooville PO7 7EL Sales & Lettings: 023 9226 2611 waterlooville@pearsons.com

Denmead

West End

Hambledon Road, Denmead PO7 6NU Sales: 023 9225 9151 | Lettings: 023 9226 2611 denmead@pearsons.com

62 High Street, A354West End SO30 3DT Sales & Lettings: 023 8047 7377 westend@pearsons.com

Fareham

Winchester

21 West Street, Fareham PO16 0BG Sales: 01329 288241 | Lettings: 01329 238396 fareham@pearsons.com

3 Southgate Street, Winchester SO23 9DY Sales & Lettings: 01962 853344 winchester@pearsons.com FORDINGBRIDGE

Havant

Land & New Homes

7 North Street, Havant PO9 1PW Sales & Lettings: 023 9248 6244 havant@pearsons.com

62 High Street, West End SO30 3DT A338 Tel: 023 8022 4436 newhomes@pearsons.com VERWOOD

Hythe

Auctions

7–9 The Marsh, Hythe SO45 6AJ Sales & Lettings: 023 8084 4131 hythe@pearsons.com

62 High Street, West End SO30 3DT RINGWOOD Tel: 023 8047 4274 auctions@pearsons.com

Romsey

Commercial

44 The Hundred, Romsey SO51 8BX Sales: 01794 514516 | Lettings: 01794 521841 romsey@pearsons.com

22 City Business Centre, Winchester SO23 7TA Tel: 01962 855885 A338 BRANSGORE win-com@pearsons.com

Southampton

Surveying

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M27

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