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BARNET LANE ELSTREE

ASKING PRICE Â£2,950,000 Arranged over three floors and comprising of nearly 4,600 sq ft of stunning living space, a modern build six bedroom, six bathroom family home with gated frontage.

nternally, minimalist contemporary chic would best describe whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on offer. A dramatic split-level entrance hall with a curved glass-panelled feature staircase greet all who enter. From here on, the property doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t disappoint with ground floor highlights including a professional standard cinema room with smart surround sound technology.

Our clients specifically chose to keep their home neutral and therefore, crisp white walls and poured resin flooring feature prominently. At the centre of the living accommodation a white Minoti Corian kitchen (open plan to a vast reception), blends into the background in true chameleon style and for those that choose to set the mood, the Lutron lighting and Creston Home Automation system will keep you nicely preoccupied. Externally, this property has a huge decked terrace that leads down to an astro-turfed play area and a heated swimming pool with changing room. EPC Rating: C

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COMMON WOOD THE COMMON Stanmore £2,600,000

ronted by electronic gates and approached via a substantial carriage driveway with garaging to both sides, an opportunity has arisen to acquire this imposing family residence presently providing nearly 2,700 sq ft of accommodation over two floors only.

Opening to the back onto vast and beautifully mature south facing landscaped grounds, this property stands proudly on arguably one of the best plots on The Common. With many multimillion pound neighbouring homes, a house of this calibre could appeal to either: 1) an aspiring family looking to modernise and extend an already generous accommodation footprint or possibly, 2) a purchaser with a dream to redevelop a site in order to build their own-style spectacular property. Within the parameters of permitted

building rights and the potential to obtain valuable planning consents, the opportunities being presented are very exciting indeed. In terms of location, The Common is convenient for excellent schooling and both Stanmore and Bushey High Streets with their variety of shops, restaurants and supermarkets. The main line to London/Euston is available at Bushey, whilst the Jubilee Line underground is available from Stanmore. The M1 junctions 4 and 5 are easily accessible, as is the M25. EPC Rating: C

Accommodation and Amenities Large Entrance Hall • Principle Reception Room • Drawing Room • Dining Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Two Guest Cloakrooms • Ground Floor Storage (Previously Integral Garage) • 22ft Master Bedroom • Three Further Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Loft Room • Detached Double Garage • 164ft South Facing Rear Garden • Patio • Carriage Driveway with Parking for Several Cars

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LAKE VIEW CANONS DRIVE ESTATE, EDGWARE £2,250,000 When two becomes one …

ur clients always had a dream to create an ambassadorial sized family home to welcome their wide circle of family and friends. They searched for a suitable property for a very long time, but it wasn’t until two adjacent properties became available on the Canons Drive Estate that they spotted a unique opportunity….. to merge and skilfully integrate two properties into one.

Fronted by a 27ft x 19ft marble floored entrance hall (with water fountain feature), the ground floor accommodation of this grand home is equally impressive, offering substantial intercommunicating living space which could easily be adapted to provide separate reception rooms if preferred. The ground floor reception rooms to the back offer direct access onto the terrace and a generous 100ft rear garden.

Today, fronted by a sweeping carriage driveway, one imposing residence spans nearly 6,000 sq ft and offers six bedrooms, all with en suite facilities and principally arranged over two floors only. In addition, there is also direct access to a vast attic room (not included in the 6,000 sq ft) which provides a seventh bedroom but could of course be converted into alternative space if required.

This fairy-tale Estate boasts its own seven acre private lake and encompasses several of the most prestigious roads in Edgware. Canons Drive is located minutes’ walk from the famous North London Collegiate Girls School and the Broadwalk Shopping Centre whilst providing easy access to both Edgware (Northern Line) and Canons Park (Jubilee Line) Underground Stations. EPC Rating: C

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Prowse Avenue Bushey Heath Offers in excess of £2,000,000

urrounded by many multi million pound neighbouring homes, this is arguably the best address in this area. With views as good as this, it’s no surprise that the south side of Prowse Avenue is where the prestige developers have chosen to build their exclusive residences! Arranged over three floors, this wonderful four bedroom, two bathroom family home provides superb ground floor reception space, including a huge kitchen/ dining/family room delivering direct access on to a fullwidth terrace and a landscaped garden beyond with

those views. Notwithstanding what is already here, the ultimate value of this exciting proposal may yet be realised through extension, possibly reconfiguration and ultimately some updating. Time will tell! Fronted by a vast driveway with garaging, this fine home is situated within moments of Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club and is also conveniently located for the local amenities of the High Road, Bushey Heath as well as Stanmore and Watford Town Centres. Bushey Heath offers excellent communication links to London and the North, with the M25 (junction 19) and the M1 (junctions 4 & 5) within easy access. EPC Rating: E

Accommodation and Amenities • Large Entrance Hall • Reception Room • Study • TV Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Orangery • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Three Further First Floor Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Second Floor Bedroom Five/Leisure Room • Large Paved Patio • West Facing Rear Garden with Views of Golf Course • Integral Garage • Carriage Driveway with Parking for Several Cars

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Cleopatra Close STANMORE

£1,995,000

verlooking open spaces of parkland, possibly the largest and best positioned family residence on this exclusive development. Seven bedrooms (one with a balcony), five bathrooms (four en suite) and approaching 4,400 sq ft (408 sq m) over three floors. Immaculately presented throughout, this property boasts an exceptional frontage, south facing rear garden with decked terrace, heated swimming pool and integral double garage. All the local amenities of Canons Corner and Stanmore Broadway are within walking distance, as is Stanmore Underground Station, providing direct access via the Jubilee Line into the West End and City of London. The A41, A5, M1 and M25 are also easily accessible. Schools, places of worship and recreational facilities are all well catered for in the surrounding area. EPC Rating: C Accommodation and Amenities: Large Entrance Hall • Reception Room • Dining Room • Family Room • Conservatory • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Bedroom Two with En Suite Bathroom and Balcony • Three Further First Floor Bedrooms (Two with En Suite Bathrooms) • Family Bathroom • Two Second Floor Bedrooms • Underfloor Heating to the Ground and First Floors • Radiators to the Second Floor • Integral Double Garage • Driveway with Parking for Several Cars • Landscaped South Facing Rear Garden with Decked Terrace and Heated Swimming Pool

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KARMA HOUSE Common Common Road, Road, Stanmore Stanmore £1,995,000 £1,995,000

UILT CUSTOMISED FIVE FIVE BEDROOM, BEDROOM, FIVE FIVE BATHROOM BATHROOM UILT BY BYAMARA AMARA PROPERTY PROPERTY IN IN 2014, 2014, A A UNIQUE, UNIQUE, CUSTOMISED HOME WITH WARMTH WARMTH AND AND SOPHISTICATION. SOPHISTICATION. HOME COMBINING COMBINING UNDERSTATED UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE ELEGANCE WITH Features include under under floor floor heating heating throughout; throughout; contemporary contemporary Features include designer fireplace to the living room; room;Villeroy Villeroy & & Boch Boch sanitary sanitaryware ware designer fireplace with Hansgrohe chrome taps; bespoke fully fitted German kitchen with Hansgrohe chrome taps; bespoke fully fitted German kitchen with Miele appliances; walk-in wardrobes; wardrobes; walnut walnut flooring flooring and and with Miele solid walnut internal doors; bedroom five with sauna and shower; solid walnut internal doors; bedroom five with sauna and shower; cinema room; designer sunken garden; garden; private private rear rear garden; garden;electric electric cinema room; gated access with audio entry; private and visitor parking. gated access with audio entry; private and visitor parking. Common located just just aa few few minutes’ minutes’ walk walk Common Road is conveniently located from Bushey High High Street Street with with its its variety variety of of shops shops and and restaurants. restaurants. from Bushey This is an likes of which are seldom seen. outstanding home, the likes of which are seldom seen. This is an EPC C EPC Rating: Rating: C LIBRARY IMAGES

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ADELAIDE CLOSE STANMORE ASKING PRICE £1,850,000

Approaching 3,000 sq ft with planning consent to provide an additional 960 sq ft of flexible living space into the roofline - perfect for further bedrooms or perhaps a leisure room! Comprehensively renovated within the last two years, a handsome and substantial five bedroom, three bathroom colonial-style family residence fronted by a wide carriage driveway. The ground floor of this impressive house has now been skilfully redesigned to provide a superb cleanlined, contemporary kitchen open-plan to a dining area and family room (36ft x 17ft in total). From here you have unobscured views and direct access onto a beautiful 100ft south west facing garden. Additional features to encourage an early inspection are as follows: are a 39ft x 21ft double

volume reception with integrated bar, a ground floor maid’s room with en suite facilities and last but by no means least - a huge principal bedroom suite on the first floor incorporating vast dressing area with private amenities. Adelaide Close is situated on the west side of Stanmore Hill and forms part of the exclusive Aylward Estate (complete with its own private security firm at the entrance). It is equidistant to all the amenities of Stanmore Town Centre and Bushey High Street and easily accessible to Stanmore Underground Station, Stanmore Country Park and the principal roads in and out of Central London. Some of the finest state and private schools in the south east of the country are also close at hand. EPC Rating: C

Accommodation and Amenities Entrance Hall • 39ft Reception Room • 36ft Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Family Room • Guest Cloakroom • Ground Floor Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room • Master Bedroom Suite with Walk-In Dressing Room and Bathroom • Three Further Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • 112ft South West Facing Rear Garden with Terrace • Block Paved Carriage Driveway with Parking for Several Cars

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Holland Walk, Stanmore Asking Price £1,695,000 Spanning nearly 3,700 sq ft and fronted by a wide driveway with integral garage, this wonderful and vibrant house has been well loved and cared for by the present owners. As you open the front door, a small inner vestibule flows into a welcoming entrance hall which in turn leads into several large reception rooms and a substantial “country style” kitchen/ family room. The first floor is presently approached by two separate staircases leading to four bedrooms and four bathrooms however, there is the opportunity on the ground floor to create a fifth bedroom/guest room (with en suite amenities) if required (STPP).

the house appeals, the stunning landscaped rear garden will just blow you away! Highlights include an ornamental themed section with small pond and feature fountain, a vast selection of beautiful flowers and plants and wait for it ….. a stand-alone interior designed wooden chalet for those who just want their own space to chill - this alone has to be seen to be appreciated! EPC Rating: D

Accommodation and Amenities Entrance Hall • Reception Room • Dining Room Intercommunicating with Family Room • Study/ Bedroom 5 • Morning Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility Room • Two Guest Cloakrooms • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom and Balcony Access • Bedroom Two with En Suite Shower Room, Access to Balcony and Stairs Leading to Ground Floor • Bedroom Three with En Suite Dressing Room, Bathroom and Access to Balcony • Bedroom Four with En Suite Bathroom and Dressing Room • Integral Garage • 100ft Landscaped Rear Garden • Swimming Pool • Pool House • Shed • Detached Chalet/Games Room with WC

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GORDON AVENUE STANMORE £1,550,000

A handsome and very stylishly presented four bedroom (originally five), three bathroom family home, spanning nearly 2,900 sq ft over two floors only.

uality is the best way to describe this impressive property - from the moment you walk through the front door into the large, tiled entrance hall, you just know that you are about to see something special. The renowned “David Salisbury of Chelsea” built the beautiful orangery in 2011 and subsequently replaced all the windows and doors in 2013 - solid wood frames are their hallmark. Continuing on the ground floor, further features include: a Liecht kitchen; a utility room which can intercommunicate

with the integral double garage; a double reception; bespoke fitted study; formal dining room and a large family room. Several of the reception rooms provide direct access onto the west facing terrace and garden. Gordon Avenue is an imposing tree-lined road, easily accessible to all the amenities and transport connections of Stanmore Town Centre. This property is also well positioned for some of the finest schooling facilities in the South East of the Country. EPC Rating: D

Accommodation and Amenities: Entrance Hall • Double Aspect Reception Room • Dining Room • Study • Family Room • Kitchen • Orangery/Breakfast Room • Utility Room * Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Three Further Bedrooms (One with En Suite Bathroom) • Family Bathroom • Mature Rear Garden with Terrace • Integral Double Garage • Driveway with Parking

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The Caramel Craze Salted caramel seemed to come out of nowhere and make its way into a multitude of dishes. Bronwen Hiller looks at where this trend started and why it has such longevity.

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aste fads come and go, sometimes so fleeting they seem to end before they ever really get started. Others last longer and find an ever-widening application for their use. There seems little doubt the current combination of salted caramel is one such beast. The Fudge Kitchen in Bath says salted caramel has been their best seller for the last four years. Like a pebble dropped in a pond, the ripples have spread and we now have salted caramel in everything. Where did the idea of salted caramel originate? As with many gourmet patisserie specialities, it began in France, more specifically Brittany. Unlike the rest of the country, Brittany is noted for salted butter, which harks back to an era when there was a tax on salt. Brittany evaded this tax.

Henri Le Roux was an apprentice in his father’s patisserie business. He moved on to learn the chocolate trade in Switzerland before returning and ultimately, opening a shop where the magic happened. Wanting to differentiate himself from other chocolatiers, he decided to highlight the special ingredient of Brittany. Through experimentation, he came up with a salted butter caramel with crushed nuts, which in 1980 won an award for the best sweet in France. The following year he registered the name CBS (Caramel au Buerre Salé): salted butter caramel. Why do sweet and salty work so well together? Chocolatier Amelia Rope explains, “Salt and sweet are the complete opposites in the taste profile and as with many areas of life, opposites can attract. Sweet notes are tasted on the tip of the tongue and salt either side.” It is about layering. Added to this, scientists have recently found certain sugar receptors in taste buds are only activated when salt accompanies sugar. Sweet is a pleasurable sensation and salt, as well as being a compound our bodies need to function, is also a flavour enhancer. The trick is in getting the balance exactly right, which is what Henri did so well. It was almost inevitable that the next development spurred by the growing popularity of salted caramel was ice cream. As salted caramel is composed of butter, cream and lots of sugar, it is an ideal flavour for the frozen treat. Temperature also affects taste buds. When things are too cold, it can be difficult to pick up the taste in foods, but sweet tastes are easier to pick up in these circumstances. Modern methods of ice-cream making allow for it to be served at slightly warmer temperatures, which means the salty flavour can be savoured alongside the sweet. Amelia also talks about the French connection with her own product development. “My first experience of sea salt caramel was on a family holiday in Brittany. We bought what we thought were butter biscuits, only to discover salt. The initiation to sea salt and sweet was strange for the first few mouthfuls, but after that my tastebuds have never looked back.” Amelia has been working with sea salt and flavours in chocolate since 2010. Keep an eye out for her salted caramel chocolate bar, which has small pieces of salted buttery caramel made in the Loire valley blended into the chocolate.

Above: Salted caramel fudge at The Fudge Kitchen. Left: Salted caramel chocolate cupcakes.

“Salt and sweet are the complete opposites in the taste profile and as with many areas of life, opposites can attract. Sweet notes are tasted on the tip of the tongue and salt either side.”

Sea salt caramel ready for use in Amelia Rope’s lux chocolate bars.

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Chef Anjula Devi, who specialises in authentic Indian cuisine, talks about the depth of flavour salted caramel adds, “It is deliciously sweet, sticky and spicy. It was an experimental ingredient initially for me, as for years I’d been making my own pomegranate molasses, which delivers a sticky, zingy flavour that is not as sweet. I decided to try this dish with salted caramel and as they say, the rest is history.” The diversity of dishes salted caramel works with is surprising. “I love using it when making slow-cooked spare ribs,” says Anjula. “The salty sweetness does something quite magical to the five Indian spices I use in this recipe. What might surprise some people is that it works really well with fish too.”

For salted caramel addicts, there’s no need to fear – this taste sensation looks set to continue for years to come. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the flavour combination that is salted caramel. n

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For information about Amelia Rope, see: www.ameliarope.com. For information about Anjula Devi and her recently released book, Spice for Life, see: www.anjuladevi.com

Here are a few decadent dishes featuring salted caramel:

The Dairy, London

Chez Dominique, Bath

The Halfway Bridge, West Sussex

Bad Brownie, Online

The menu at The Dairy in Clapham is a refreshing pairing of seasonal ingredients with delicious meat, fish and vegetarian dishes. The salted caramel, cacao and malted barley ice cream dessert is the perfect finisher. www.the-dairy.co.uk

The menu bursts with locally sourced and seasonal ingredients at The Halfway Bridge. Treat yourself to their mouthwatering chocolate brownie with salted caramel ice cream. www.halfwaybridge.co.uk

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Chez Dominique is a relative newcomer to Bath’s dining scene. This modern French restaurant is located in an idyllic central location in the beautiful city and dishes up a superb chocolate fondant with salted caramel ice cream and hazelnuts. www.chezdominique.co.uk

Bad Brownie scored funding on Dragon’s Den for their decadent brownies. The best seller is the salted caramel brownie with a thick layer of gooey salted caramel sauce wedged between two fudgy brownies, topped with pieces of caramel. www.badbrownie.co.uk

Above: Anjula Devi’s caramel, chocolate and orange liquor samosas.

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Anjula Devi’s Salted Caramel Chicken with Chilli and Orange Liqueur Method Preparation time 20 minutes; cooking time 60 minutes. Marinate overnight. Serves four

Ingredients

• 6 organic chicken legs For the marinade: • 50 ml butter milk • 1-2 tsp red chilli flakes • 1/4 tsp anise seeds • 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder, freshly ground • 1 tsp cumin seeds • 1 inch piece of fresh ginger • 3 fresh garlic cloves • 1-2 fresh mild red chillies • Juice of a large orange • 2 tbs soya sauce • 1 tbs grated jaggery (golden caster sugar as an alternative) For the caramel and orange liqueur sauce: • 60g grated jaggery (golden caster sugar as an alternative) • 2 tbs orange liqueur (for a non-alcoholic version, use 2 tbs water) • 1 large tbs soft unsalted butter • 1 tsp salt flakes

Garnish:

• 1 small bunch of sweet basil, finely chopped

This chicken tastes best if you marinate it overnight. Take all the marinating ingredients, place in a blender and pulse until you get a smooth, creamy marinade. Score the chicken legs using a sharp knife, place in a large bowl and pour the marinade over. Mix really well. Cover the bowl with cling film and place in the fridge overnight. Remove from the fridge and bring to room temperature for about 20 minutes. Pre-heat the oven to 190 C, 375 F or gas mark 5. Place the chicken and marinade in an oven proof tray, then cover the tray with foil and bake for 45 minutes. When the chicken has been in the oven for 30 minutes begin to make the salted caramel with orange liqueur sauce. Place the grated jaggery/golden caster sugar and orange liqueur in a heavy base frying pan on a very low heat. Heat gently, allowing the sugar to dissolve, then turn up the heat to medium and allow the sugar to become a rich, dark red dark colour. Remove the pan from the heat and add two tablespoons of water (if making the non-alcoholic version). Be careful as the water will splutter. Immediately place back onto the heat, add the butter and salt flakes and stir well until the butter has melted. Remove the chicken from the oven, lift off the foil and carefully pour the caramel sauce all over the chicken, ensuring you stir carefully. Place the chicken back into the oven without covering it and bake until the chicken is golden brown and sticky. Serve garnished with sweet basil and some tenderstem broccoli.

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Georgian Close S TA N M O R E Asking price £1,400,000

fine example of a neo-Georgian family home at its best. A handsome five bedroom, three bathroom property offering wonderfully balanced accommodation throughout. Built in 1996 by Westmead Developments Ltd, this was the last property to be built on the development. Fronted by a large entrance hall, the ground floor of this attractive house provides no less than four reception rooms, including a conservatory that leads directly onto a wellmaintained garden. Parking is ample but there is also a standalone double garage. This part of Georgian Close enjoys some seclusion, with only one other neighbouring property opposite. Approached directly off the prestigious Gordon Avenue and therefore easily accessible to all the amenities and transport connections of Stanmore Town Centre, the property is also well-positioned for some of the finest schooling facilities in the South East of the country. EPC Rating: E Accommodation and Amenities Large Entrance Hall • Reception Room Opening on to Garden • Dining Room • Family Room • Kitchen/Dining Room leading to Conservatory • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom and Balcony • Four Further Bedrooms (one with En Suite Shower Room) • Family Bathroom • Detached Double Garage • Driveway Parking • Well-Maintained Rear Garden with Patio

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CLAUDIUS CLOSE STANMORE £1,385,000

tanding within the exclusive Brockley Park Estate, a very well presented six/seven bedroom, four bathroom family home of approximately 3,400 sq ft with well-proportioned reception rooms, a lovely kitchen with conservatory, garden and an integral double garage.

The top floor of this modern home provides two bedrooms, one of which is the perfect principal suite, complete with its own private amenities and dressing room, however this floor could easily be re-configured to create additional reception space or even possibly a place to work from home. Comprising of only detached executive homes, Brockley Park is located on the edge of green belt countryside

and six acres of open space. All the local amenities of Canons Corner and Stanmore Broadway are within walking distance, as is Stanmore Underground Station, providing direct access via the Jubilee Line into the West End and City of London. The A41, A5, M1 and M25 are also easily accessible. Schools, places of worship and recreational facilities are all well catered for in the surrounding area. EPC Rating: C

Accommodation and Amenities GROUND FLOOR: Entrance Hall • Reception Room • Dining Room • Study • Conservatory • Kitchen/ Breakfast Room • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom FIRST FLOOR: Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Four Further Bedrooms (One with En Suite Shower Room) • Family Bathroom SECOND FLOOR: Two Further Bedrooms (One with En Suite Bathroom) • Storage Area OUTSIDE: Decked Terrace with Barbeque Area • Landscaped Garden • Integral Double Garage • Driveway Parking for Several Cars

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Dorset Drive CANONS DRIVE ESTATE, EDGWARE £1,350,000

Comprising nearly 2,600 sq ft, this impressive and recently renovated five bedroom, three bathroom family home with south west facing garden and double garage, presents exceptionally well throughout. Bright and informal open-plan living space is the principle feature of the ground floor, highlighted by white/grey porcelain floor tiles and a stylish, modern fitted kitchen which flows effortlessly into a vast 32ft x 28ft “L”-shaped reception/dining room. Both these areas also benefit from the luxury of underfloor heating. For those who like more privacy when they relax, there is also a beautiful bay-fronted family room to the front of the house.

This fairy-tale Estate boasts its own seven acre private lake and encompasses several of the most prestigious roads in Edgware. Canons Drive is located minutes’ walk from the famous North London Collegiate Girls School and the Broadwalk Shopping Centre whilst providing easy access to both Edgware (Northern Line) Underground Station and Canons Park (Jubilee Line) Underground Station. EPC Rating: E

Accommodation and Amenities Entrance Hall • L-Shaped Reception/Dining Room • Family Room • Modern Kitchen • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Bedroom Two with En Suite Bathroom • Three Further Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Double Length Attached Garage • Driveway with Parking • South West Facing Rear Garden with Patio

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G ORDON AVENUE S TA N M O R E

ASKING PRICE £1,350,000

n imposing five bedroom, two bathroom family home benefitting from features such as well-planned living accommodation on the ground floor, a particularly large master bedroom suite on the first floor and a delightful mature garden with terrace to the rear. This property has been very well maintained by the present owners, however there is now an exciting opportunity to update the current specification, alongside the potential to convert and integrate an integral double garage in order to provide an additional

family room or even a gym. The house also has a gated frontage with considerable forecourt parking for family and visitors. Gordon Avenue is an impressive tree-lined road and our clients’ property is favourably positioned very close to the junction of Old Church Lane - easily accessible to all the amenities and transport connections of Stanmore. Similarly the house is well located for some of the finest schooling facilities in the South East of the Country. EPC Rating: D

Accommodation and Amenities Entrance Hall • Reception Room • Dining Room • Family Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Four Further Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Integral Double Garage • Mature Rear Garden with Terrace • Gated Driveway with Parking

Atlantis House PROWSE AVENUE, BUSHEY HEATH ÂŁ1,275,000 A particularly wide-fronted and imposing four bedroom, two bathroom family home (approaching 3,000 sq ft) with large entrance hall, intercommunicating reception rooms and a family/breakfast room leading off the kitchen. The living accommodation provides direct access onto two adjoining outside terraces and a well-stocked south west facing garden, incorporating an indoor swimming pool. Fronted by a substantial carriage driveway, this well configured property has vast potential to extend (subject to the usual planning consents) and an opportunity for some lucky buyer to stamp their own interior design within. This fine home is situated within moments of Hartsbourne Golf and Country Club and is also conveniently located for the local amenities of the High Road, Bushey Heath as well as Stanmore and Watford Town Centres. Bushey Heath offers excellent communication links to London and the North, with the M25 (junction 19) and the M1 (junctions 4 & 5) within easy access. EPC Rating: D

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Wyatt Close Bushey Heath £1,275,000

Elegant Period-Style Façade Meets Contemporary Interior

lthough built by Kingsway Homes in 2001, this handsome five bedroom detached house has the charm and integrity of a home from a bygone era.

Features include three bathrooms (two en suite), a custom-built kitchen/breakfast room leading into a lovely family room, study and a main reception

incorporating a dining area. This handsome property also benefits from a double garage and well-stocked tiered garden with large terrace. Wyatt Close is a cluster of just seven luxury homes, moments from Bushey High Street and within easy access of the A41 and M1 motorway. EPC Rating: D

Accommodation and Amenities Entrance Hall • Reception Room • Formal Dining Room • Study • Family Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Bedroom Two with En Suite Shower Room • 3 Further Bedrooms• Family Bathroom • Detached Double Garage • Rear Garden • Extensive Driveway Parking

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LONDON ROAD STANMORE £1,250,000

If you need a five bedroom family house with “exceptional parking”, this could be the one!

ost houses have driveway parking for a couple of cars but this property could accommodate a small fleet… and there is also a garage.

An opportunity to purchase an immaculately presented five bedroom, two bathroom family home with stylish features including; bright modern kitchen, substantial through reception and an extended family room to the side - skilfully designed to intercommunicate or separate from the kitchen if that’s what’s required. The back of this property opens onto a mature garden

with terrace, presenting further potential to extend and increase an already generous footprint (STPP). Arguably, the greatest draw of living on London Road is the two minute walk to Stanmore Station and bus terminal - providing direct access to the West End and Docklands and everywhere else in-between! Another bonus has to be the road links to the north and major airports via the A41, A1, M1 and M25. In addition, the property is also easily accessible to some of the area’s finest private and state schools. EPC Rating: E

Accommodation and Amenities: Entrance Hall • Intercommunicating Reception/Dining Room • Family Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Four Further Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Integral Garage • Mature Rear Garden with Terrace • Driveway Parking for Numerous Cars

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Florida Close BUSHEY HEATH ÂŁ1,175,000

Tucked away and partially screened by the mature trees of a stunning front garden, this stylish three bedroom contemporary home (in excess of 2,000 sq ft), oozes contemporary chic from top to bottom.

there is also potential to extend to the side of the property (subject to planning consent), which would of course increase an already impressive ground floor footprint.

In addition to an integral double garage and a dreamy garden with west facing terrace,

Florida Close is an enclave of individually styled family homes and is certainly one of the finest roads in Bushey Heath, conveniently located for the local amenities of the High Road, as well as Stanmore and Watford Town Centres. Bushey Heath offers excellent communication links to London and the North, with the M25 (junction 19) and the M1 (junctions 4 and 5) within easy access. EPC Rating: D

his is a well-planned three bedroom family home with the benefit of PLANNING PERMISSION to extend into the roof line, providing a spacious master bedroom suite with bathroom and dressing room facilities. The Vendor has informed us that under Permitted Development Rights, it would be possible to create a ground floor extension to the rear, adjacent to the existing conservatory, which would offer an extended kitchen/breakfast room. (NB all interested parties are advised to take professional advice on this matter.)

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ORCHARD CLOSE CANONS DRIVE ESTATE, EDGWARE £1,050,000

wonderful traditionally styled four bedroom, two bathroom family home located in a secluded enclave just off the renowned Canons Drive. This gracious semi-detached property forms an integral part of the Canons Drive Estate and is only a few minutes’ walk from the highly regarded North London Collegiate School for Girls. The high-ceilinged interior of this property has the benefit of two large reception rooms and a kitchen

with breakfast and living area, all leading onto a secluded south facing mature garden. This fairy tale Estate boasts its own 7-acre private lake and encompasses several of the most prestigious roads in Edgware. Orchard Close is located within walking distance to the Broadwalk Shopping Centre and provides easy access to both Edgware (Northern Line) Underground Station and Canons Park (Jubilee Line) Underground Station. EPC Rating: D

Accommodation and Amenities: Entrance Hall • Dining Room • Reception Room • Office • Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Family Room • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Three Further Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Mature South Facing Rear Garden with Terrace • Garage • Driveway with Parking

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WENTWORTH PLACE S TA N M O R E Asking Price £999,950 Adjacent to the prestigious tree-lined Gordon Avenue, this is number one Wentworth Place - the very first house within this quiet residential enclave, shared with only four other neighbouring properties.

his well-presented four bedroom, two bathroom, red-brick contemporary house (in excess of 2,000 sq ft) benefits from an exceptionally large entrance/reception hall, a living room, dining room, kitchen/diner and a wonderful extended family room to the rear. Further features include an integral single garage and utility room which could be converted into a fifth bedroom with private bathroom (subject to the usual planning consents). At the back of the property, a terrace leads onto a south facing garden. Gordon Avenue is an impressive tree-lined road, easily accessible to the amenities and transport

connections of Stanmore Town Centre. This property is also well placed for some of the finest schooling facilities in the south east of the Country. EPC Rating: D Accommodation and Amenities Entrance Vestibule • Reception Hall • Dining Room Intercommunicating with Reception Room • Family Room • Kitchen/Diner • Utility Room • Guest Cloakroom • Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom • Three Further Bedrooms • Family Bathroom • Integral Single Garage • South Facing Rear Garden with Terrace

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BARNET LANE ELSTREE Asking Price £999,950

The word “unique” is often overused when describing a property, but you can be rest assured that this descriptive word is more than appropriate here. Welcome to Penniwells Lodge with its cast iron swing door entrance - an eclectically styled two bedroom, two bathroom Victorian folly, with historic roots dating back to 1872. Today, this lodge house is completely hidden behind an electronic gated frontage which provides garaging and vast parking for numerous cars. This property has been extensively renovated and extended in recent years and is today offered for sale in very good condition throughout, with of course all the trappings of 21st century technology on tap! If Penniwells Lodge captures your imagination, then the enchanting mature garden to all sides - with rustic ornamental

pond - will truly steal your heart, all enhanced by a separate studio and home office. Ideally suited to a couple wanting to downsize - apartment living in your own grounds! Penniwells Lodge is positioned within easy reach of Elstree & Borehamwood Station, with fast access to London St Pancras via West Hampstead. This property is also within approximately half a mile of Borehamwood’s multiple shopping and transport amenities. EPC Rating: D

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PADELFORD LANE STANMORE Offers in excess of £950,000

POSITIONED ON THE ACCLAIMED BENTLEY GROVE ESTATE, AN ATTRACTIVE DOUBLE FRONTED DETACHED HOUSE SECURELY SITUATED BEHIND ELECTRONIC GATES.

pproached via tree-lined avenues and overlooking private woodland, the wild beauty of the area forms a natural border to the development, making it feel secluded and exclusive. This property is offered in immaculate condition, having been comprehensively refurbished in 2013. At that time bedrooms three and four were joined together to make one large double bedroom and the garage was converted into a luxury cinema room with storage above. Overall the house offers a main reception room; dining room; ‘L’ shaped kitchen/breakfast room; cinema room; three large double bedrooms with three bathrooms (two of which are en-suite).

The Jubilee line from Stanmore Station is only 1.5 miles away - Stanmore to Bond Street is approximately 33 minutes and Canary Wharf is approximately. 51 minutes. The M1 is less than 2 miles away and there is also easy access to the A41, A1, M25 and North Circular. The property also benefits from the proximity of excellent leisure amenities including the shops and restaurants of both Stanmore Broadway and Bushey Heath, Stanmore Cricket Club, Harrow Rugby and Football Club, Stanmore Golf Club and The David Lloyd Leisure Club in Bushey. EPC Rating: C

Accommodation and Amenities: Entrance Hall • Double Aspect Reception Room • Dining Room • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Cinema Room • Two First Floor Bedrooms (One with En Suite) • Family Bathroom • Second Floor Master Bedroom with Dressing Room and En Suite Bathroom • Driveway Parking • Rear Garden We have been advised that there is an estate service charge of approximately £600 p.a

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The Rutts, Bushey Heath ÂŁ795,000 Complete with its shingle drive and rustic charm, this delightful three bedroom detached house would fit well into a Cotswold setting. This lovely home already provides well-presented accommodation over two floors, however as it is situated on a generous plot, there is still considerable potential to extend to the side and rear (subject of course to obtaining the usual planning consents). Externally there is plenty of driveway parking to the side and a detached single garage, but the real highlight has to be an enchanting west facing garden and terrace to the back. EPC Rating: E

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Castlereagh House, Stanmore Park, Stanmore ÂŁ765,000 Leasehold An Apartment with a Stunning View. Finding a stylish apartment with a large south facing balcony is never easy, but finding one with a view over a landscape of green and an historic pond beyond is rare indeed. Castlereagh House is a modern secluded block with an impressive frontage and entrance. In addition to underground parking, a lift and very substantial grounds to the rear, the block also benefits from a more modest landscaped garden to the front alongside additional surface parking. Situated within the acclaimed Stanmore Park development, this is a stylish two/three bedroom, two bathroom ground floor apartment providing well-balanced accommodation throughout. EPC Rating: C

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Hartsbourne Park, Bushey Heath ÂŁ740,000 Share of Freehold Wonderful views from a large balcony! There may now be newer apartment blocks in Bushey Heath, but none stand in such picturesque grounds as Hartsbourne Park - arguably still one of the finest developments in the area. Favourably situated in the rear section, this large two bedroom, two bathroom second floor apartment presents well and benefits from a substantial balcony leading off both the large reception and the principal bedroom suite. Further benefits include a lift; porter/caretaker; secure underground parking and a dedicated surface parking bay. Hartsbourne Park is an exclusive development, located within beautifully manicured landscaped gardens and set behind remotecontrolled electric gates. It is conveniently located for the local amenities of the High Road, Bushey Heath as well as Stanmore and Watford Town Centres. EPC Rating: C

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Holmebury Close, Hive Road, Bushey Heath £695,000 Leasehold Providing wonderful views over London from a large private roof terrace. This is an exciting opportunity to buy an apartment and style it to your own specification… a bright two bedroom, two bathroom duplex style penthouse, with two balconies in addition to the roof terrace. As if this wasn’t enough to draw anybody in, there are also views over the well-maintained communal gardens to the side and rear of the development. In addition, if you are one of these people who need adequate parking for your visitors and family, there is plenty here and to top it all, a double-length garage for your own cars or perhaps storage. This apartment is conveniently located for the local amenities of the High Road, Bushey Heath. Stanmore and Watford Town Centres are also easy accessible. EPC Rating: F

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Bentley Lodge, High Road, Bushey Heath £639,950 Share of Freehold A recently modernised two bedroom, two bathroom apartment with balcony and garaging. Seldom do apartments in Bentley Lodge reach the open market and when they do, they tend to get snapped up quickly. With this in mind, we are excited to have the opportunity to offer this very attractive second floor apartment (presently utilised as one bedroom with an extended reception), with lift, garaging and private balcony overlooking the communal gardens. Bentley Lodge is a small development, located within beautifully landscaped gardens and conveniently located for the local amenities of the High Road, Bushey Heath as well as Stanmore and Watford Town Centres. EPC Rating: C

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