Payne Associates - May 2019

Coventry

Property &

Lifestyle

May 2019

Exploring the beautiful South of France PAGE 12

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Handy tips to help with your move

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Transform your walls with wallpaper

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Security options for your home

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Editor’s Letter Welcome to the May issue.

Summer is just around the corner and, generally considered to be the busiest time of the year for gardeners, preparing your garden for the warmer months is vital. So take a look inside to find out what you should be focusing on to get your garden summer ready!

Moving inside the home, if you’re thinking of updating your décor, we feature some of our favourite wallpaper trends that are sure to liven up your walls.

Also, inside this issue are our handy tips to help you with your move. Any move to a new home can be a stressful experience, but this is especially true when you are moving to a new area too. Take a look inside to see what you can do to make the transition smoother.

As ever, there is plenty inside this issue to keep you reading; from security tips to keep your home secure, to our travel guide to the South of France.

Until next time.

Linda McKeown Editor

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best garden HOW

TO PREPARE YOUR

THIS SUMMER

Summer is just around the corner and, generally considered to be the busiest time of the year for gardeners, preparing your garden for the warmer months is vital if you want to get the most out of it and make it shine!

Prepare the patio, outside furniture, flower beds and borders During winter, there probably wouldn’t have been much opportunity to sit outside or dine alfresco. So, at the very least, your patio or decking areas may need a sweep to eliminate loose leaves and foliage that may have gathered around your garden.

If you have any outside furniture, it would also be wise to tidy them up, especially if they had been moved into a more secluded spot during the colder months.

Another step in the right direction would be to give any paving stones a blast with a pressure washer to lift up any dirt or moss.

Make the most of water butts One of the most economical things you can do as a gardener is to install a water butt. Water butts collect large quantities of rainwater, which you can then use to water your lawn, plants and flowers, instead of using tap water.

Ensure your water butt collects rainwater as much as possible in advance of the summertime because if there’s ever any likelihood of no rain for long spells at a time, it will be during the summer season!

As well as water butts being essential for environmentally friendly gardening, rainfall also happens to be the best type of water for plants. This is because tap water is often slightly alkaline.

When positioning your water butt, it’s best to place it underneath a downpipe, to ensure as much rainwater gets collected as possible.

Clean and sharpen your tools Your gardening tools should be the backbone of your gardening duties.

Without them, you’re as defenceless as a garden enduring a summer’s heat with no rain for weeks on end! Just like a garden needs rain, love and attention, you, the gardener, need your tools. And you need them fully functional and able to do their job effectively.

Give your tools a thorough clean and sharpening to maintain their quality, especially since the most important season of the year for your garden is just around the corner! As well as helping you to avoid replacing them in the future, maintaining your tools can help prevent the spread of disease too. Dirty secateurs, for example, are notorious for introducing bacteria and fungi to fresh pruning wounds.

Clear away any dead leaves and rubbish from your flower beds and borders which have gathered over the previous months too. Tidy up your borders by trimming the edges and turn your soil to cultivate it and help plants thrive.

Eliminate weeds and pests Now, this is where your newly-cleaned and sharpened garden tools come into play! Weeding is one of those garden jobs which few gardeners relish. However, the results of doing so are plentiful, and it’s an essential part of maintaining your garden to a healthy and attractive standard (particularly those which grow from the cracks in between paving slabs, therefore ruining the appearance of your patio area).

Getting the weeding done before summer is crucial if you want to prevent weeds from stealing the nutrients from the soil that your plants sorely require.

Another requirement for any good garden is to make sure it’s free of pests, particularly since flower beds are all too often the victim of their detrimental trespassing! A good tip if you want to be environmentally friendly is to cover your flower beds with crushed egg shells, rather than using toxic pesticides. Doing so will help repel pests such as slugs, who love flower beds.

Best summerflowering bulbs to plant now

Oriental lilies.

There are numerous varieties available of this extravagant flower, with a broad range of colours and heights to choose from.

Note that the blossoms will become heavy once developed, so they will need extra support.

Crocosmia.

These tend to reach approximately three feet in height, and their sword-like foliage becomes bright green. Stalks of arching flowers extend above the leaves in the middle of summer, and the most common flower colours are red, orange, and yellow, depending on the variety.

Asiatic Lilies.

Unlike their Oriental cousins mentioned above, Asiatic lilies bloom sooner, are fragrance-free, and are brighter coloured. Their flowers are not typically as large as Oriental lilies and their stems are sturdier, so they don’t require 3 extra support.

TO A NEW AREA ...

Moving to a new house can be a stressful experience, especially when you are moving to a new area too. We’ve put together a few handy tips to help with your move

Get to know the area Relocating to a new area can be daunting, but if the move is well planned out in advance, the process can be much easier.

Before moving to your new home, if possible, it’s a good idea to spend some time exploring and getting to know the local area. Spend as much time as you can driving around local villages and towns.

Prepare a checklist of your essential facilities and then objectively look at what each place has to offer in terms of local amenities and find out what, if any, local clubs and organisations you can join. This is a great way to make new friends and really get to know your new surroundings.

If the move is well planned out in advance, the process can be much easier”

Also, spend time talking to those already living in your chosen location. Finding out from the locals where the best parks, pubs, and even the best take-aways are, can save you a lot of time researching and help you feel more at home.

If you are already a member of any national organisations, they will be able to put you in touch with similar groups in the new area and you will soon find others with the same interests.

If moving due to employment, it is advisable to investigate the best commuter routes to and from work.

Find out how long your daily journey will take and run tests around the same time you will be making the trip, as the same journey could take a lot longer at busier times of the day. Speaking to local residents could also give you information about alternative routes.

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If moving with children, find out where the best schools and nurseries are located and what school catchment area your new home falls in. You can find the Ofsted reports for possible schools, nurseries, and childminders, on the local government website.

Organise a visit and taster days to potential schools, so that both you and the kids feel more prepared before the move.

unnecessary gifts and causing your guests expense, ask that they instead bring a card listing their three favourite things about the area. A fun way to make friends and to find out a little more about the place you now live!

Try and stick to the same routine as much as you possibly can, especially if you have children. Keeping to the same routine will help to make the transition go a little smoother and disrupt your normal day to day life a little less.

Get out and about Once the unpacking has been done, the house has been organised and you have introduced yourself to the neighbours, get out and about.

Settling into your new home Once you’ve taken the big leap and moved, it might take a little time to adjust to your new life and surroundings. However, there are many ways to make settling into your new home a little easier. If moving with children, it might be a good idea to sort out their rooms as soon as possible. Having familiar things around them will help them to settle into their new rooms better.

Unpack their favourite books and toys first to help distract them whilst the rest of the boxes are being unpacked. It is a good idea to ensure that these things are either put into the removal van last, so they will be taken off first, or are put in the car with them.

Host a housewarming party to get to know your new neighbours and other residents on your street!

You could also invite new work colleagues and parents you’ve met on the school playground.

People often feel obligated to bring something along, so instead of accepting

Explore the surrounding villages and towns, visit your local pub, nearest parks and play areas; this will help you (and your children if you have them) become much more familiar with the area.

Get involved with the local community too. Why not join local groups or activities, such as gym classes, book clubs or drama groups. You could also join the neighbourhood watch. The school your children attend might have groups or organisations you can get involved with, such as the PTA and after school clubs. Any group or organisation you can get involved with will massively help to integrate yourself into your new area.

If moving with children, find out where the best schools and nurseries are located and what school catchment area your new home falls in

But no matter how far the move is, it is always important to get out there and really embrace everything that your new surroundings have to offer. This might take a little while but be patient; you will start to feel at home in no time.

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Ipanema Heritage Wallpaper Go for a touch of the exotic with this line drawn design featuring toucans and lush, tropical foliage. £35 www.johnlewis.com

Apex Geometric Trellis Wallpaper Add a spectacular shine to your home with this funky geometric design in metallic silver with a stone background. Perfect to make a bold statement in your home. £7.99 www.worldofwallpaper.com

Lundby Wallpaper, Citrine Be inspired by the natural forests of Scandinavia with this simple, yet graphic, wallpaper. £25 www.johnlewis.com

WALLtoWALL Forget about simply painting those walls – add an instant splash of colour and design using wallpaper. Here we feature some of our favourite finds…

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All prices correct at time of going to print

Safari Kids Map Mural Wallpaper This sweet pastel toned world map is perfect for your little one’s nursery or bedroom, featuring illustrated animals from all over the world in a cute and educational style. £36 www.muralswallpaper.co.uk

This on trend wallpaper has a matt finish and multicoloured rainbow print design which repeats every 53cm.

Arthouse Scandi Triangle Wallpaper - Yellow A pretty geometric design of repeating triangle and diamond shapes in pale pastel colours.

£11.20 www.dunelm.com

£12.99 www.very.co.uk

Boutique Alice Duck egg blue Leaf Metallic effect Wallpaper Ideal for use in bedrooms, hallways and living areas, this beautiful wallpaper can be wiped clean with a damp cloth to remove marks caused by everyday life. Perfect!

Paste The Wall Hexagonal 3D Wallpaper Next’s Paste-The-Wall wallpaper uses a special backing paper, so the paper does not expand or contract when wet.

You can simply paste the wall, and hang the paper dry! We just love this design. £20 www.next.co.uk

Dunelm Rainbow Print Design White, Red, Pink and Blue Over The Wallpaper

£18 www.diy.com

Urban Walls Ripped Poster Wallpaper Hundreds of ripped posters come together to create this edgy wallpaper featuring bright hues and bold texts. £18 www.next.co.uk

Protect Your Home Your home is the most expensive thing you will ever own, so it makes sense to look after it and keep it secure. Here are our top security tips.

Between January and December 2018 there were 380,517 reported burglaries in the UK*. The impact of burglary is severe; taking 8 months* for the average person to feel secure again in their own home, and even then, less than half ever feel completely secure.

Security cameras are inexpensive and easy to install, with wireless and wired options available

For 1 in 10 people*, it can be a reason to move home. The trauma can be especially severe for children and can be carried on into adulthood.

Almost 40 per cent of adults, whose homes were broken into when they were younger, are still bothered by their experience*

So, what can you do to secure your home?

Outside Burglars don’t arrive with their own tools, they prefer to use tools they pick up from unlocked sheds, garages or side passages.

Keep your sheds and garages locked, and if you have a side passage, deadbolt and padlock it. You can stop would-be thieves from getting close to your garage or shed by installing motion activated lights. Once installed, these lights will turn on when they detect movement, stopping would-be burglars in their tracks. You can pick up single battery powered units for about £20 each or solar powered units for approx. £30 each.

Security cameras are inexpensive and easy to install, with wireless and wired options available.

The wireless options are popular but remember to check the battery regularly. As with TV’s, the higher the resolution the better the picture quality, so you will want something 1080p or above to get crystal clear images. You will also want to ensure that the camera has a good night-vision mode, offering 100ft of vision or more.

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Your home is the most expensive thing you will ever own, so it makes sense to look after it and keep it secure

Other top tips for keeping your home safe: »»

Keep your keyholes clear from dust; burglars can tell you don’t use your deadlock if it’s full of dust and debris.

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Don’t leave your keys in your door; burglars can poke through the keyhole, knock them down and use tools to pick them up from the floor through a letter-box.

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Save posting your holiday snaps to social media for when you are home; burglars monitoring social media can tell when a home has been left alone and it will make yours a target.

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Close windows in the evening and when you leave the house; open windows are an easy chance for an opportunist burglar.

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Change the locks. It may sound crazy but how do you know no one else has a set of your keys; what about the previous owner?

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Ask someone to remove the post and put your bins out while you are away, to give the impression of someone being home.

A car on your driveway will deter any potential burglars, as will appliances on timer switches. When you’re on holiday, why not ask your neighbour to park on your drive to deter burglars. You can set timer switches to come on at set certain times of the day. Lights are standard but won’t necessarily deter a burglar as much as if a TV or radio is on. Setting a timer to turn your TV or radio on when you’re out is a smart idea and is simple to set up using the built-in sleep timers found in the main menu of most smart TV’s.

Still leaving your keys under the front doormat? Burglars know the most common places where people leave their keys. Get an outdoor key lock-box mounted in a secure location, with a four-digit pin that only you and trusted friends or family know; or leave a spare key with your neighbours. This key will come in handy if you are away, as a letter-box full of post will be a sure sign to a burglar that you’re not in.

Inside If a burglar gets past your outdoor security, don’t let him get past your alarm system. Window and door sensors are musthaves to complete your home security. They are simple, yet effective. A switch and a magnet attach to the window frame and the pane of glass. If the window stays closed, the circuit is complete; when the window or door is opened, the circuit breaks which signals the control panel, triggering the alarm.

Most sets offer different modes, including; chime, silent and alarm mode and can send notifications to your smart device.

To complete your home security, you can now get smart systems which allow you to control your security from your phone. These systems connect to your Wi-Fi and, through an app, you can customise what happens when a window is broken, or motion is detected. Entry-level systems include door and window sensors, a motion detector and a hub. These systems are available as full set-ups or separate components which you can add on to build a bespoke system.

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Thanks to its array of transport links across the country and nearby towns, Nice is a great place to be if you want to explore the wider area

Ooh la la !

With the annual Cannes Film Festival just around the corner, we’ve explored the beauty of a holiday in the glorious South of France

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The South of France is an easy choice when deciding your next holiday destination. With a selection of different resorts and cities, the only hard decision you’ll have to make, is where in the South of France you want to go. Home to a region of rich culture, sun, sea, fine wine and food, the South of France can host your perfect getaway!

Cannes Famed for its annual film festival and glamourous celebrity lifestyle, Cannes is the superstar of the French Riviera.

Its dazzling promenade, golden sandy beaches and year-round Mediterranean climate create the perfect backdrop for a wonderful holiday. The famous Film Festival might take place each May, but Cannes is bustling all year long. The city, placed on France’s sparkling Riviera, has many fascinating cultural attractions as well as some great places where you can relax, indulge and watch how the other half live.

The Old Port of Cannes is an interesting mix of traditional charm and immense wealth.

It’s a great place to watch huge yachts arrive into town while having a drink in one of the bars that line the water’s edge. Like many of the towns in this region, Cannes is steeped in culture and history where you can enjoy museums, castles and churches.

Nice The grand city of Nice is where everyone thinks of when they think of the South of France. It is a grand city of long esplanades and spacious squares, it’s also the fifth largest city in France so you won’t be struggling to find things to do. Nice is home to a perfect beach life, a stunning medieval old town and some delicious French food! If you are looking for a relaxed holiday in the South of France, Nice is where you need to be!

Thanks to its array of transport links across the country and nearby towns, Nice is a great place if you want to explore the wider area, or even enjoy a day trip to Monaco.

Avignon Places like Avignon in the South of France are evidence that there’s much more than just beaches and film festivals in the South of France. Avignon is packed with history and fascinating architecture, making it an ideal destination for sightseeing. Pont d’Avignon is a UNESCO World Heritage site, whilst the Palais des Papes, art museums and gorgeous town squares are also popular places to visit

in this city. The River Rhone is one of the focal points of Avignon, and it has played a big part in the city’s history. There are companies who offer lunchtime and dinnertime cruises across the Rhone, letting you enjoy some fantastic views of the famous landmarks of Avignon.

Avignon was also home to Van Gogh, so art lovers can enjoy learning about the history of the famous artist.

Marseille Marseille is the undiscovered jewel in the crown of France’s Mediterranean coastline. The rocky hills of Provence look down onto the ancient port and the thousands of boats docked in its clear blue waters. Thanks to the new Eurostar South of France service, which launched a few years ago, you can get from London to Marseille in just a few hours.

Marseille is a city that is changing fast but has still retained that edge that makes it stand out from the rest of the towns along the French Riviera. It’s also a great base for exploring the azure blue Calanques, so why not hop on the train and make a holiday out of this great city.

France’s second city has all you could ask for; beautiful beaches, ancient buildings, thriving artists and a diverse and dynamic nightlife.

Things to do in the South of France For food and wine lovers, a trip to a local vineyard is a must.

Many vineyards offer tours of their vines followed by wine-tasting and a delicious lunch with French cuisine. A day trip to Monaco should also be on your list of things to do, whether you are travelling by boat, car or train, you can enjoy the stunning port with its array of high-end yachts. There are also lots of golf courses and local shops where you can stock up on gourmet cheese; however, the South of France can also accommodate kids too.

Thanks to its beautiful Mediterranean climate and fantastic French countryside, the whole family can enjoy serious adventures. There are plenty of cycle hire firms around the area, as well as Monaco’s Oceanographic Museum where you can get up close and personal with baby sharks. Placed near Montagnac is The Meze Dinosaur Museum which features scale replicas of the Jurassic creatures.

However, to top it all off, amongst the underground hiking, baby shark stroking, hot-air balloon rides, wine tasting and delicious food, there is nothing better than a day at the beach. The South of France offers a fantastic range of beaches to enjoy, with pristine white beaches and crystal clear water, all under a blue sky with lots of sunshine.

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Cricket fans across the world are looking forward to this year’s ICC Cricket World Cup which starts at the end of May and runs until July

As the hosts, England are one of the favourites to win the trophy this year

The ICC Cricket World Cup (CWC) takes place every four years, featuring ten teams and is the culmination of a global qualification process that runs over a five to six year period. The top eight teams in the ICC one-day rankings at the given date qualify automatically.

The final two teams come from the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier which takes place in the year prior to the Cricket World Cup. This year’s tournament runs from 30th May until the 14th July and will be joint hosted by England and Wales for only the second time in its history. The first two competitions were hosted by England back in 1975 and 1979. The first game of the tournament will take place at The Oval between England and South Africa, and the other venues include Trent Bridge in Nottingham, the Cardiff Stadium, Old Trafford in Manchester, The

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Rose Bowl in Southampton and Lords in London.

After a disappointing World Cup four years ago, England’s limitedover side have been working towards 2019’s competition in the hope of winning their first ever World Cup. With the Ashes taking place later in the year, England are hoping May will kick-start a successful year for the Cricket team.

The 2015 World Cup saw England crash out at the group stages after Bangladesh claimed a stunning 15run win. It was the third time in five World Cups England had gone out of the group stage.

As the hosts, England are one of the favourites to win the trophy this year and they are also Number 1 in the ICC ODI Rankings. There will be pressure on this England side, but with the backing of their home crowd, they feel they can go all the way.

After a successful ODI series against the West Indies, Adil Rashid may prove to be a key factor in an England side filled with an arsenal of batting talent including Eoin Morgan, Jos Butler, Joe Root and Ben Stokes.

The leg-spinner, Adil Rashid, was the highest wicket-taker against the West Indies for both sides, and many people will be hoping he will be crucial for his national side this year.

India are second in the ODI Rankings and feature a great bowling line-up with the likes of Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, as well as batsmen Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan. New Zealand, South Africa and Australia all follow in the rankings and they will be competing in what looks to be an exciting summer of cricket across England and Wales.

The Homes

(Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 What is it and how does it affect you?

Karen Buck’s Homes Act 2018 is an Act to amend the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. It received Royal Assent on the 20th December 2018. But what does it actually mean?

The new Act requires that any property let by a landlord (private or social) is fit for human habitation when a tenancy is granted and remains so for its duration.

It extends to England and Wales, but its practical changes are only for England, as Wales has its own fitness-for-humanhabitation consultation.

or disrepair that has been caused by the tenants’ behaviour. A landlord is not obliged to rebuild a destroyed building or carry out works which are the responsibility of a superior landlord, or to maintain or repair anything which the tenant is entitled to remove from the property.

When does it come into force?

Can a landlord or third party inspect the property?

The Act came into force on the 20th March 2019, three months after being enacted and applies to new tenancies of less than seven years, including renewals of existing tenancies.

Okay, so what does ‘fit for human habitation’ mean?

A property NOT fit for human habitation is a property with a serious defect in one of the following areas: repair, stability, damp, internal arrangement, natural lighting, ventilation, water supply, drainage, facilities for cooking and the disposal of wastewater.

But what if I haven’t been told about any defects?

The landlord’s liability to the tenant will not start until the landlord has had notice of the defect, and the landlord has had a reasonable amount of time to rectify the unfitness.

What if the tenant has caused the defect?

The Act covers landlords too. It will not make them responsible for any damage

Yes, landlords will be able to get expert evidence from a surveyor if needed and, if notified that the property is unfit, will still have a reasonable period to put right the defects.

What could happen if a landlord is found guilty?

Landlords may be brought before the court, where a landlord may be ordered to carry out works, and damages awarded to the tenant. The court could make a finding of unfitness on simple non-expert advice, such as a lack of heating.

For responsible landlords, there should be nothing to worry about. However, it is yet to be seen if, like PPI claims, there will be an increase in cases against all landlords. Tenants will be able to claim legal aid and conditional ‘no win no fee’ agreements and as there is no definite guideline for when a court interprets a hazard to exist – and whether it is so defective that the property is unfit – it is a case of waiting to see if there is an increase in future cases.

The Act… applies to new tenancies of less than seven years, including renewals of existing tenancies

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City Centre 024 7622 2022 Daventry Road 024 7650 3070 Walsgrave Road 024 7645 5555 Earlsdon 024 7667 7000

Barkers Butts Lane, Coundon

Offers Over ÂŁ240,000

A much improved and superbly presented semi-detached family home. The property comprises porch entrance, reception hall, utility room, spacious lounge/diner with recently extended and superbly fitted breakfast kitchen with appliances. The property offers two double bedrooms, further good sized third bedroom and modern luxury family bathroom. To the outside the property boasts a substantial double garage and a good size enclosed rear garden. Internal viewing highly recommended to appreciate accommodation on offer.

Dickens Road, Keresley

ÂŁ235,000

An immaculately presented end-terrace property which has been extended to the ground floor. Property comprises reception hall, front sitting room, rear play room leading on to a fully extended kitchen/diner with modern fitted units and also having a useful WC/utility room. To the first floor there are three bedrooms and recently refurbished modern bathroom. To the front there is a block paved front driveway, whilst to the rear there is a good size enclosed rear garden.

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Priory Mill Walk, Coundon

£225,000

An attractive modern semi-detached property. The property is handily placed for all local amenities and benefits from remaining NHBC guarantee. The accommodation comprises reception hall, ground-floor cloakroom, spacious lounge, fully fitted kitchen/diner with integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer. To the first floor there is a master bedroom with en-suite shower room, two further bedrooms and a modern bathroom. Whilst outside to the front there are two allocated car-parking spaces and an enclosed private rear garden.

Mellowship Road, Eastern Green

£275,000

An extended semi-detached dormer bungalow offering flexible accommodation over two floors. The accommodation briefly comprises reception hall, lounge, modern fitted kitchen, dining/conservatory, useful play room/office (former garage), two ground floor bedrooms and an attractive modern wet room. To the first floor there is a further third double bedroom and a separate shower room whilst outside there is a block paved driveway providing off-road parking and enclosed rear garden backing onto local Primary School grounds.

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City Centre 024 7622 2022 Daventry Road 024 7650 3070 Walsgrave Road 024 7645 5555 Earlsdon 024 7667 7000

Michaelmas Road, Cheylesmore

ÂŁ695pcm

A FURNISHED 1st floor apartment within walking distance to City Center and Train Station. Comprises of - entrance hall with entry phone, kitchen with main appliances, bathroom with shower over bath. Two double bedrooms, one with access to the balcony. Communal front and rear gardens. On road permit parking. EPC Band C. Available now.

Pelham Bend, Bannerbrook

ÂŁ995pcm

A nicely presented three storey mews house on this popular development. Unfurnished but with main kitchen appliances it comprises entrance hall, cloakroom/WC, kitchen with fitted units, spacious lounge leading to conservatory, two first floor bedrooms and bathroom/WC, second floor bedroom with en suite shower/WC. Gas central heating and double glazed.

EPC Band C. Forecourt and timber decked rear garden. Garage at rear plus hard standing. Available now.

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Hilton Court, Earlsdon

£695pm

A mid-terraced property offered on a PART FURNISHED basis being recently renovated. The property is ideally located close to the well served Earlsdon high street, Hearsall Common and conveniently located for the City Centre and A45 road network. Accommodation comprising: entrance porch, entrance hallway, fitted kitchen with all main appliances, through lounge dining room, two bedrooms (master with fitted wardrobes) and modern shower room. Front and rear gardens, rear parking space. Available NOW. EPC band C.

Woodway Lane, Potters Green

£595pcm

UNFURNISHED end terrace house located within easy access to M6 and M69 and Potters Green Primary School. Property benefitting from gas central heating, WC and private location. It has one double bedroom and spacious bathroom with shower over bath on the 1st floor. Lounge and fitted kitchen with most appliances on the ground floor. L shaped sun lounge, garage and one of the sheds outside. Corner plot mature garden that’s maintained by the landlord. Driveway for 2 – 3 cars. EPC Band E. Available now.

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Dawlish Drive, Styvechale

7622 2022

Offers in the region of ÂŁ325,000

An immaculately presented semi-detached home on a corner plot in the popular and sought after residential area of Styvechale. Comprising entrance porch, reception hall, spacious front lounge with oak flooring and lovely kitchen/ breakfast room. Upstairs there are three generous bedrooms, two with fitted wardrobes, a beautifully refitted family bathroom and a separate WC. Outside there are attractive gardens to three sides, a brick block paved driveway providing off road parking which leads to a garage.

Frankton Avenue, Styvechale

Offers in the region of ÂŁ325,000

A well presented double bayed semi detached home in highly sought after residential location within close proximity to good local schools and amenities. Briefly comprising; hallway, through lounge with feature fireplace, extended dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, three good sized bedrooms and family bathroom with separate WC. Outside there is a driveway providing off road parking, a private garden to the rear and enclosed carport/utility room to the side. The property also benefits from central heating and double glazing.

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Daventry Road, Cheylesmore

Offers in the region of £315,000

A superb extended semi detached property situated close to Whitley Common in this popular location, being ideally located for JLR Whitley, local amenities, city centre and railway station. Accommodation includes through lounge/dining room, extended kitchen with all main appliances and rear lean-to lounge. To the first floor there are three bedrooms (two with fitted wardrobes) and a modern refitted family bathroom. Outside there are front and rear gardens, a driveway providing off road parking and garage. EPC Band D.

Alfriston Road, Finham

£270,000

A lovely and well maintained mid terraced property in the popular sought after area of Finham, situated within the Finham Park School catchment area and within easy access of the A45 and A46 road networks. The property briefly comprises entrance hallway, lounge, separate dining room and lovely conservatory. There is a modern kitchen and a utility room.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms and a modern bathroom. Outside there is a brick block paved driveway, garage and a low maintenance garden with a seating area.

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Daventry Road 024 7650 3070 Earlsdon 024 7667 7000 Walsgrave Road 024 7645 5555 City Centre 024

Anchorway Road, Finham

7622 2022

Offers in the region of ÂŁ250,000

A well maintained terrace family home in the sought after area of Finham. The property benefits from uPVC double glazing and gas central heating and briefly comprises entrance hallway, through lounge/dining room, brick and uPVC conservatory to the rear garden and attractive fitted kitchen. Three bedrooms and a beautifully refitted family bathroom.

The front of the property is brick block paved providing off road parking and there is a well presented rear garden mainly laid to lawn.

Eltham Road, Cheylesmore

Offers in the region of ÂŁ225,000

An attractive and well maintained traditional end of terrace property in the popular and sought after area of Cheylesmore.

Close to local amenities and within easy reach of city centre, railway station and bus routes and convenient for JLR Whitley. The property briefly comprises entrance hallway, downstairs cloakroom, spacious through lounge/dining room and modern fitted kitchen. Upstairs there are three bedrooms and a larger than average family bathroom. Having a front garden and a low maintenance rear garden with lawn.

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Seneschal Road, Cheylesmore

Offers in the region of £220,000

A three bedroomed semi detached home situated in the popular residential area of Cheylesmore close to local shops, schools and bus routes. The property comprises entrance hallway, lounge, fitted kitchen and downstairs cloakroom. To the first floor there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. To the front there is a tarmac driveway providing off road parking leading to a single garage as well as a lawn whilst to the rear there is a well presented private rear garden.

Crecy Road, Cheylesmore

Offers in the region of £165,000

A semi detached bungalow in the popular area of Cheylesmore, close to local shops, schools and bus routes. In need of some updating and modernisation. Having uPVC double glazing and gas central heating and comprising entrance porch, entrance hallway, lounge/dining room, rear porch and spacious kitchen. There are two good sized bedrooms and a bathroom with shower. There are front and rear gardens, a driveway providing off road parking and a brick built garage.

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Earlsdon 024 7667 7000 Daventry Road 024 7650 3070 Walsgrave Road 024 7645 5555 City Centre 024

Offers Over £800,000

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Styvechale Avenue, Earlsdon

7622 2022

A truly unique opportunity to purchase a substantial detached character residence, set in this tree lined Avenue, within an easy stroll of Earlsdon High Street. Originally a pair of traditional semi-detached properties, since adapted to create one exceptionally spacious and versatile family home. The property offers eight bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, breakfast room and a selfcontained ground floor apartment. There is adaptable accommodation with the possibility to extend further or return to two separate dwellings. Outside there are beautifully maintained gardens, off road parking and a garage.

£375,000

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Mickleton Road, Earlsdon

Situated in this extremely popular location, just off Belvedere Road and within walking distance of Coventry Train Station, a surprisingly spacious three bedroom semi-detached character residence. The property includes elegant front lounge, well fitted kitchen and separate rear living/dining room opening onto a Victorian’ style conservatory. Upstairs there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom, whilst to the second floor there is a large attic room/storage space with two ‘Velux’ style windows. Externally there is a delightful rear garden and brick built store/garden room.

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Offers in the Region of £350,000

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Nutbrook Avenue, Tile Hill

A beautifully presented, highly individual three bedroom detached family residence with the distinct advantage of a private, much larger than average rear garden and a self-contained guest suite/playroom. Considerably improved throughout with many quality and stylish features, the versatile accommodation includes an “L” shaped entrance hall with feature stained glass door, living/dining room with multi-fuel stove, conservatory, three bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room and refitted bathroom. Outside the front garden is mainly laid with stone chippings and there is a block paved driveway.

Offers Over £325,000

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Tile Hill Lane, Tile Hill

A most delightful and surprisingly spacious four bedroom semi-detached family home enjoying a slightly elevated location, tucked away from the main road behind a long driveway. Tastefully presented throughout, the well proportioned accommodation includes an elegant front lounge, separate rear sitting room with outstanding views over the superb rear garden, quality refitted kitchen/dining room, four bedrooms, refitted luxury shower room and separate W/C. Outside the beautifully landscaped gardens are a particular feature being private and with a delightful sunny aspect.

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Earlsdon 024 7667 7000 Daventry Road 024 7650 3070 Walsgrave Road 024 7645 5555 City Centre 024

£315,000

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Albany Road, Earlsdon

7622 2022

A most delightful and deceptively spacious double bay Edwardian mid-terraced residence, situated in the heart of Earlsdon with the distinct advantage of a DOUBLE GARAGE to the rear. Offering versatile and generous family accommodation, the property includes; imposing entrance hall with coloured “Minton” tiled floor, lounge/dining room with feature fireplace, good sized kitchen/ breakfast room. Upstairs there are three double bedrooms, two with original period fireplaces and a beautifully refitted bathroom.

Outside to the rear there is a neatly laid out garden with a paved patio/seating/entertaining area.

£175,000

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139 Sovereign Road, Earlsdon

A charming two bedroom mid terraced character property, set in this very popular and convenient location within walking distance of Butts Park Arena and Coventry City Centre. The well maintained home has the benefit of gas fired central heating and double glazing and includes; delightful open plan living/dining room, well fitted kitchen, ground floor bathroom and two first floor bedrooms. Externally there is a small raised foregarden and a delightful cottage style rear garden with rear pedestrian access. Internal inspection strongly recommended.

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RAIS MON ING EY FO R

THE EARLSDON FESTIVAL 2019 Coventry’s biggest community organised street festival takes place on Monday 6 May, and the family friendly celebrations are set to attract 10,000 visitors.

to Earlsdon Carnegie Community Library, which is the festival’s nominated charity this year.

From 10am until 4pm the beating heart of the popular district - Earlsdon Street - will be transformed into a May Day carnival. A dazzling array of 60 stalls will be selling all kinds of everything and promoting charities and community groups. Two performance stages will see an eclectic range of musicians, dancers, theatre groups and sports organisations including Coventry Rugby Club entertain the crowds, and foodies are in for a treat with a number of scrumptious street food vendors joining the street’s highly regarded eateries that will be open on the day.

The Library, Methodist church, Criterion Theatre, St Barbara’s church and the car park of the Albany Club will all have activities going on as well and refreshments will also be available at many of them.

It’s Earlsdon Open Gardens too so the whole area will have a real buzz about it.

A short distance away, the playground at Earlsdon Primary School will have even more stalls and plenty of attractions for young festival goers including games, bouncy castle and facepainters.

And don’t forget in the lead up to May Day the “festival fringe” takes place with a diverse selection of events taking place at venues across the area starting on Sunday 28 April.

You’ll also find Payne Associates in the May Day mix.

We’ve proudly been sponsoring the festival since 2012 and this year visitors will have the chance to win a fantastic prize! All proceeds will be donated by us

For more information about the festival checkout their social media channels @earlsdonfest or visit www.earlsdonfestival.com

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Hilton, Speedway Lane, Brandon

7622 2022 ÂŁ350,000

A rare and perfect opportunity to acquire an extensive plot with huge potential. Offered with NO CHAIN, this three bedroom bungalow requires refurbishment and comes with an extensive garden, garage and outbuildings with large double width driveway. An excellent renovation project with potential for further extensions (subject to planning permission). All offers considered. This property needs to be viewed to be appreciated.

Grimston Close, Binley, Coventry

ÂŁ350,000

A superb four bedroomed detached family home on the popular Morrisons Estate offered with no chain. Benefiting from a double driveway and a larger than average rear garden. There is an entrance hallway, living room and dining room, breakfast kitchen, downstairs WC, four bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes, ensuite and family bathroom. Integral garage.

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Hall Lane, Walsgrave, Coventry

£325,000

A wonderful and rare opportunity to acquire this period residence filled with character and having spacious and versatile accommodation. There are three good sized reception rooms, fitted kitchen with utility/breakfast room off, downstairs shower room and separate downstairs cloakroom. There are four bedrooms to the first floor, the master having a dressing room and ensuite. There is a driveway and attached double garage, a further single garage, wraparound gardens to the front, side and rear.

Hasilwood Square, Stoke Green, Coventry

£320,000

A superb opportunity to acquire a versatile and spacious detached bungalow, offered with no upward chain and vacant possession this 2/3 bedroom bungalow has flexible accommodation to include entrance porch and hallway, currently two double bedrooms and two reception rooms, a well equipped kitchen and modern shower room, plenty of storage space, double glazed and gas centrally heated. The property has excellent off road parking, car port and a garage, wonderful private rear garden.

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Walsgrave Road 024 7645 5555 Daventry Road 024 7650 3070 Earlsdon 024 7667 7000 City Centre 024

Humber Road, Stoke Village, Coventry

7622 2022

Offers Over ÂŁ200,000

An excellent opportunity for this three bedroom semi detached home. The spacious accommodation includes entrance hall, downstairs WC, well equipped kitchen and good sized lounge. There are three bedrooms, master en suite shower room and a family bathroom. There is a front garden, driveway with parking for two vehicles and well landscaped rear low maintenance garden. There is remainder of an NHBC warranty. Offered for sale with NO CHAIN.

Beckfoot Drive, Walsgrave, Coventry

ÂŁ199,950

A delightful two bedroom semi detached bungalow in this excellent residential location, close to University Hospital and local amenities. In good condition throughout having newly laid carpets. The property comprises of an entrance hallway, two bedrooms with built in furniture, wet room, living room and kitchen. Being double glazed and gas centrally heated throughout. Having manageable front, side and rear gardens on this corner position and having a driveway and garage.

Offered with no chain.

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Hipswell Highway, Wyken, Coventry

A beautifully presented three bedroom terraced home on this popular road in Wyken. Some excellent features of the accommodation include entrance hall, through lounge/dining room, extended modern kitchen, three good sized bedrooms and family bathroom. Being set back from the road with front garden, well maintained rear garden and large double garage. Double glazing and gas central heating. Needs to be viewed to be appreciated.

Ambleside, Potters Green, Coventry

£145,000

A fantastic first time buy opportunity for a two bedroom end of terrace home in good condition throughout. Offered with no upward chain. Having entrance porch and hallway, through lounge/dining room with open plan kitchen, two good sized bedrooms and shower room to the first floor, conservatory, front and rear gardens and rear garage. Requiring some cosmetic updating but giving excellent potential. Needs to be viewed to be appreciated.

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The Grange 51 Gwendolyn Drive, Off Weir Way, Coventry, CV3 1HP

Opening times: Thurs-Mon 10:30am-5.30pm Call: 01676 937777 The Grange is a carefully considered collection of stylish and spacious 2 bedroom apartments, by Morris Homes, housed in the exquisite historic building, Copeswood Grange.

Renovated to an impressive standard and retaining its original exterior detailing, the historic charm of the building remains intact. Internally, each apartment has been designed for modern day living with spacious layouts and a premium specification throughout.

Each apartment is ready and waiting for you to move in to with a whole host of added extras: l Free integrated kitchen appliances

l Amtico flooring

l DAR lighting

l £1,000 towards your legal fees

l £2,000 John Lewis vouchers Explore the character and charm of these unique apartments by visiting the show apartment.

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