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Mozart Terrace, Belgravia SW1

Five bedroom townhouse with garage and garden A particularly attractive and wide south facing house. Master bedroom with dressing area and en suite bathroom, 3 further bedrooms all en suite, drawing room, dining room, kitchen, conservatory, study, utility room, 2 guest cloakrooms, garden, patio, garage.

Approximately 350 sq m (3,765 sq ft) including garage

KnightFrank.co.uk/belgravia belgravia@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5905

Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ6,500,000 (BGV130110)

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St James’ Park, London SW1

Trophy penthouse in the heart of royalty of power 70ft reception room with 7 windows over the park, 9 bedrooms including staff accommodation, gym, sauna, steam room, 3D cinema, billiards room, roof terrace, direct lift access, porter.

EPC rating C. Approximately 828 sq m ﴾8,912 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5929

Leasehold, approximately 992 years remaining plus share of freehold

Joint agent: Savills clloyd@savills.com 020 7578 5100

Guide price: £32,500,000 ﴾BGV120128﴿

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Will the first six months of 2014 be good news for the buy-to-let property market?

Katy-Miranda Hinds, associate at Knight Frank Kensington, replies ...

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Today’s buy-to-let landlords face many challenges. At around 2 per cent, yields in Kensington are at an all-time low, and as a lettings department we are hopeful that the first six months of 2014 will not be all bad news for the buy-to-let market.

Planned changes to the Kensington skyline, with the launch of three major new home developments, are sure to attract young professionals from the City back to the Royal Borough.

Construction of these new developments will also attract new interest and investment from buy-to-let landlords, since we are finding that tenants are more prone to making offers on properties with clean-cut kitchens and bathrooms.

Young professional who previously may not have considered Kensington will be drawn to the area by the uniqueness of these new developments rare to prime central London. They will discover all the advantages Kensington has to offer, such as world-famous Holland Park and Kensington Gardens, luxurious leisure facilities, a wide range of restaurants, and easy access to the colourful delights of Notting Hill Gate.

If, as a buy–to-let investor, placing your money in a new development is not your cup of tea and you would rather invest in a house, then Kensington is certainly an area to do so. With an excellent selection of preparatory schools, super transport links and many family-orientated community events, demand for family houses is becoming more and more frequent. This year alone we have let 11 houses in Kensington at an average weekly rent of £3873, and five of these were predominantly buy-to-let purchases.

2014 has brought with it a flourish of motivated applicants, from diplomats to high-net-worth individuals, and we predict that this will continue until the late summer. With high demand for exceptionally good quality properties and relatively low supply, buy-to-let landlords could see their dreams become reality.

Kensington’s addresses are as welcoming

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LONDON PROPERTY

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Contents

NEWS AND FEATURES

MARKET VIEW Be prepared. Planning 34 ahead will help you to secure the home you want, reports Robert Bailey.

QUESTION & ANSWER Who owns what?

34 Perception and reality are quite different, reports Rachel Thompson.

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LONDON VOICE Fast movers. Stock is 35 low as homes below £2m sell within days of hitting the market, says Dominic Pasqua.

PROPERTY TALK To renovate or not to 35 renovate? Refurbish before selling but only if it will add value, says Cheryl Markosky.

MONEY Good news for big borrowers.

36 Banks are competing again in the large loans marker, reports Duncan Farmer.

KNIGHT FRANK KNOWS Kensington Tacita Rolls, Head of Kensington lettings, along with her team are renowned for their years of experience and their property expertise. They specialise in letting a range of properties from flats to townhouses. Their in-depth knowledge of the local market, combined with an extensive network of offices in the UK and around the world, means that it is possible to match property to the best possible tenant.

To find out more about how Knight Frank can help with your property requirements, call Knight Frank Kensington. +44 20 3641 7307 KnightFrank.co.uk

BEST BUYS Fixed, discount or tracker – 36 check out the facts, figures and interest rates from our current top ten mortgages.

LONDON EYE Record growth. Prime 38 central London property has outperformed other investments in the last 10 years.

COUNTRY PROPERTY Your guide to 90 an inspiring selection of excellent homes currently for sale in rural locations.

FOR SALE & TO LET MARYLEBONE, MAYFAIR, PIMLICO, 50 BELGRAVIA, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, CHELSEA, SOUTH KENSINGTON, HIGHBURY & ISLINGTON New chapter.

Bookseller WH Smith himself once lived at this spectacular Hyde Park home now renovated, refurbished and interior designed.

KENSINGTON, NOTTING HILL, 63 PADDINGTON, HOLLAND PARK, FULHAM, BROOK GREEN There’s a cinema

under the garden! There’s a gym and spa too in the basement space created at this superb £14m Holland Park home.

LETTINGS LOWDOWN Corporate 122 movement. Will there be enough stock to meet blue-chip needs, asks Ruth Barr.

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Lansdowne Crescent, Notting Hill W11 Communal garden family home

Set in an idyllic position and in one of Notting Hill’s finest locations, this thoroughbred house is arranged over four floors. 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms ﴾1 en suite﴿, reception room, kitchen, dining room, conservatory, games room, study, garage, off street parking, garden, communal garden. EPC rating E. Approximately 446 sq m ﴾4,804 sq ft﴿ Freehold Guide price: £13,250,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/nottinghill nottinghill@knightfrank.com 020 3544 8021 Joint agent: Strutt and Parker struttandparker.com 020 7221 1111

(NGH130143)

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Albert Hall Mansions, Knightsbridge SW7 Four bedroom lateral apartment

A recently refurbished apartment with wood flooring and high ceilings completed to exacting standards. The accommodation includes 4 bedroom suites, 2 interconnecting reception rooms with doors onto an ornamental balcony, kitchen, breakfast room, guest cloakroom, air conditioning throughout.

EPC rating D. Approximately 314. 8 sq m ﴾3,389 sq ft﴿ Share of freehold

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5929 Joint agent: Hobart Slater 020 7581 8277

Guide price: £9,850,000 (SLA130318)

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Montpelier Street, Knightsbridge SW7 Five bedroom freehold house with terrace

A beautifully presented townhouse arranged over five floors with a first floor drawing room, an elegant large family/reception room and a spacious terrace on ground floor level. Master bedroom suite, 4 further bedrooms, 3 further bathrooms, first floor drawing room, dining room, family/reception room, kitchen, utility room, terrace, balcony.

EPC rating D. Approximately 274 sq m (2,951 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5929

Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ7,250,000 (SLA140001)

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Eaton Mews North, Belgravia SW1 Excellent mews house with garage

A three bedroom, freehold mews house offering a spacious first floor drawing room overlooking the cobbled mews. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 2 further bedrooms both with en suite bathrooms, drawing room with dining area, kitchen, study, cloakroom, garage, off-street parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 187 sq m (2,022 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/belgravia belgravia@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5905

Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ4,500,000 (BGV140043)

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Onslow Gardens, Knightsbridge SW7 A newly refurbished three bedroom duplex apartment

An extremely light and airy maisonette situated in one of South Kensington’s best known addresses. The Grade II listed building is serviced by a lift and there are excellent views of the gardens from the apartment. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, guest cloakroom, laundry room, access to communal gardens, lift. EPC rating D.

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5929

Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,950,000 (SLA130422)

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The Piper Building, Fulham SW6 Three bedroom apartment with parking

A stunningly refurbished split-level apartment on the second floor of an iconic portered building benefiting from a west-facing outlook and balcony along with a private parking space. Master bedroom with en suite shower room, further bedroom with en suite bathroom, bedroom/study, reception room with open plan kitchen, mezzanine seating area, guest shower room, balcony, parking space. EPC rating B. Approximately 172.3 sq m (1,855 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/fulham fulham@knightfrank.com 020 7751 2400

Leasehold Guide price: ÂŁ1,375,000 (FLH140028)

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Zetland House, Kensington W8

Stunning and immaculate four bedroom apartment This is a well-proportioned and spacious four bedroom lateral apartment in a portered building, which has been refurbished to a high standard. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, lower ground floor. EPC C. Approximately 197 sq m (2,125 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/kensington kens@knightfrank.com 020 3551 5154

Share of freehold Asking price: ÂŁ2,500,000 (KEN130232)

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Duchess of Bedford House, Kensington W8 A three bedroom apartment in portered building A sophisticated three bedroom lateral apartment which has been recently refurbished to a high standard which is situated in a prestigious portered block ideally positioned close to both Kensington High Street and Holland Park. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, ground floor.

EPC D. Approximately 124 sq m (1,340 sq ft) Leasehold Asking price: ÂŁ2,650,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/kensington kens@knightfrank.com 020 3551 5154 Joint agent: Jackson Stops www.jackson-stops.co.uk chelsea@jackson-stops.co.uk 020 7581 5881

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Coleherne Mews, West Brompton SW10 Two bedroom mews house with garage

A two bedroom mews house with a single garage in a popular cobbled mews. Most of the windows face West so the accommodation is bright, particularly in the afternoons.

The property has been maintained well but buyers may wish to re-model or refurbish the house. Master bedroom with en suite, bedroom 2, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, cloakroom, garage. EPC rating E. Approximately 100 sq m (1,072 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/chelsea chelsea@knightfrank.com 020 3641 7731

Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ1,600,000 (CHL130372)

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Cresswell Gardens, Earl’s Court SW5 Bright two bedroom apartment

This two double bedroom flat is full of natural light with windows on three sides as well as a large skylight. There is a large west facing reception room with four windows and the two bedrooms are situated at the quieter back of the building.

2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, cloakroom. EPC rating E. Approximately 91 sq m (980 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/chelsea chelsea@knightfrank.com 020 3641 7731

Leasehold approximately 116 years remaining Guide price: ÂŁ1,695,000 (CHL070423)

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Bathgate Road, Wimbledon SW19

Exceptional new build house An impressive new build house set on a corner plot of two popular roads in Wimbledon Village. Master bedroom suite with balcony, 6 further bedrooms (3 en suite), family bathroom, drawing room, study, kitchen/dining/family room, cloakroom, utility, garage, garden, off street parking. EPC rating B. Approximately 595.4 sq m (6,409 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ5,850,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB130047)

Roedean Crescent, Roehampton SW15 Quality new build

A gorgeous detached house by Nicholas King Homes, backing onto Richmond Park. Master bedroom suite, 5 further bedrooms (3 en suite), family bathroom, drawing room, dining room, kitchen/family room, study, utility, cloakroom, outdoor swimming pool, sauna, garden, garage, parking. EPC rating B. Approximately 644.8 sq m (6,941 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ5,950,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB130170)

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Hyde Park Street, Hyde Park W2 Fantastic family house

A newly refurbished terraced house with garage, finished to a high specification and offering excellent entertaining space. 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, study, kitchen, 2 cloakrooms, 2 terraces, 2 storage vaults, garage, under floor heating, air conditioning. EPC rating E. Approximately 525 sq m (5,660 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ9,750,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/hydepark hydepark@knightfrank.com 020 3544 2487 (HPE130121)

Westbourne Terrace, Bayswater W2 Spacious apartment

A well-proportioned apartment located on the fourth floor of a Grade II listed white stucco building with lift located close to the transport links of Paddington Station. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, bedroom 2, guest shower room, reception/dining room, open plan fully integrated kitchen, lift. Approximately 65 sq m (700 sq ft) Share of Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ895,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/hydepark hydepark@knightfrank.com 020 3544 2487 (HPE140007)

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Mount Street, Mayfair W1K Spectacular apartment Newly redecorated to a high standard throughout. This spacious apartment offers plenty of natural light and great entertainment space. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen. EPC rating G. Approximately 102 sq m (1,100 sq ft) Available furnished Guide price: £1,750 per week

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings mayfairlettings@knightfrank.com 020 3641 9295 (MAQ191024)

Palace Court, Notting Hill W2 Stunning apartment An exceptional two bedroom apartment situated on the lower ground floor of victorian mansion building in Notting Hill. The property offers a fully fitted eat-in kitchen, large reception room, master bedroom with en suite, second double bedroom and shower room. EPC rating D. Available furnished or unfurnished Guide price: £1,000 per week

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings nottinghilllettings@knightfrank.com 020 7985 9990 (NHQ191079)

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Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Radnor Mews, Hyde Park W2 Contemporary house A beautifully presented, newly refurbished house in a quiet mews close to the open spaces of Hyde Park. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, open plan kitchen, guest shower room. EPC rating D. Approximately 70 sq m (753 sq ft) Available furnished Guide price: £850 per week

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings hydeparklettings@knightfrank.com 020 3463 2661 (CCQ165321)

Blandford Street, Marylebone, W1 Beautifully presented apartment A fantastic third floor duplex apartment in a new portered complex. Master suite, 2 further bedrooms, family bathroom, open plan kitchen/ reception room, lift, concierge. EPC rating C. Approximately 101 sq m (1,087 sq ft) Available furnished Guide price: £1,275 per week

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings marylebonelettings@knightfrank.co.uk 020 3435 6440 (MRQ141924)

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property.

Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Kensington Court, Kensington W8

Wycombe Square, Kensington W8

The property boasts a lovely reception room with high ceilings and Juliet balcony with views down to Kensington Palace Gardens.

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, Juliet balcony, 1st floor, lift. EPC rating D. Approximately 635 sq ft (59 sq m)

This is a second floor apartment ideally situated in Wycombe Square.

The building offers 24 hour porter and security. Accommodation comprises 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen. EPC rating E. Approximately 1,085 sq ft (100 sq m)

Available furnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £695 per week

Guide price: £1,250 per week

Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7307 kensingtonlettings@knightfrank.com

Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7307 kensingtonlettings@knightfrank.com

Kensington Chuch Court, Kensington W8

Pembroke Mews, Kensington W8

This flat has been newly refurbished and benefits from wooden floors throughout and under floor heating. 2 double bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, exceptionally large reception room, open-plan kitchen, utility room. EPC rating D. Approximately 927 sq ft (86 sq m)

An extremely stylish and spacious house to rent in a quiet mews just off High Street Kensington close to all local shops, restaurants and bars. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, cloakroom, terrace. EPC rating D. Approximately 1,913 sq ft (177 sq m)

Available furnished

Available furnished or unfurnished

Guide price: £795 per week

Guide price: £2,500 per week

Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7307 kensingtonlettings@knightfrank.com

Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7307 kensingtonlettings@knightfrank.com

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property.

Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Wellington House, Westminster SW1E

Ebury Street, Belgravia SW1W

A newly built one bedroom apartment to rent in Westminster benefitting from having a garden. Bedroom, bathroom, reception room with open plan kitchen with Gaggenau/Miele appliances, garden, 24 hour concierge, lift. EPC rating B. Approximately 50 sq m (543 sq ft)

A contemporary four bedroom house to rent in Belgravia. Master bedroom with en suite, 2 bedrooms, bedroom 4/study, 2 bathrooms, reception room with dining area, kitchen with breakfast area, cloakroom, utility room. EPC rating C. Approximately 155 sq m (1,674 sq ft)

Available furnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £650 per week

Guide price: £1,800 per week

Belgravia Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 6002 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

Belgravia Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 6002 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

Eaton Square, Belgravia SW1W

The View, Westminster SW1E

A newly developed one bedroom flat to rent in Belgravia. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, reception room, kitchen, separate guest cloakroom, patio garden, lift, porter, access to Eaton Square communal gardens with tennis courts. EPC rating E. Approximately 63 sq m (685 sq ft)

A contemporary three bedroom flat for rent in Westminster. Master bedroom with en suite, 2 further bedrooms, bathroom, reception room with balcony, dining room, kitchen, cloakroom, balcony, lift access, 24 hour concierge. EPC rating: C. Approximately 140 sq m (1,507 sq ft)

Available furnished

Available unfurnished

Guide price: £795 per week

Guide price: £1,295 per week

Belgravia Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 6002 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

Belgravia Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 6002 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property.

Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Cranley Gardens, South Kensington SW7

Redfield Mews, Earls Court SW5

This one bedroom conversion flat has been impeccably refurbished to create a beautiful, contemporary living space. Bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, reception room, utility room, cloakroom, small patio. EPC rating D. Approximately 87 sq m (939 sq ft)

Fabulously presented three storey house which is neutrally decorated and boasts a large roof terrace. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, 3rd bedroom/study, terrace, parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 95 sq m (1,024 sq ft)

Available furnished

Available furnished or unfurnished

Guide price: £550 per week

Guide price: £725 per week

South Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3544 7203 southkenlettings@knightfrank.com

South Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3544 7203 southkenlettings@knightfrank.com

Stanhope Gardens, South Kensington SW7

Onslow Gardens, South Kensington SW7

A newly refurbished two bedroom apartment on the fourth floor which benefits from wood floors throughout. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/reception room, dining room. EPC rating C. Approximately 81 sq m (868 sq ft)

A wonderfully light third floor flat which is neutrally presented and has the added benefit of a lift and careftaker. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one en suite), reception room, kitchen, lift, caretaker, communal gardens. EPC rating D. Approximately 60 sq m (653 sq ft)

Available furnished or unfurnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £825 per week

Guide price: £750 per week

South Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3544 7203 southkenlettings@knightfrank.com

South Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3544 7203 southkenlettings@knightfrank.com

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property.

Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Egerton Place, Knightsbridge SW3

Guthrie Street, Chelsea SW3

A beautifully presented maisonette in this desirable Knightsbridge location. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large reception room, kitchen, study area, patio and direct access to communal gardens. Available furnished for a long let. EPC rating C. Approximately 1,249 sq ft/ 17 sq m

A charming house offering well balanced accommodation in this popular Chelsea location. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open plan reception/dining room, a family/media room, patio. EPC rating F. Approximately 1,835 sq ft/ 170 sq m

Available furnished

Available unfurnished

Guide price: £1,650 per week

Guide price: £1,995 per week

Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 7591 8601 knightsbridgelettings@knightfrank.com

Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 7591 8601 knightsbridgelettings@knightfrank.com

Oakley Gardens, Chelsea SW3

Markham Street, Chelsea SW3

An attractive house located in a quiet, sought after Chelsea square. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one en suite), reception room, study, kitchen/ dining room, south facing roof terrace and patio garden. EPC rating D. Approximately 1,961 sq ft/ 182 sq m

An exquisitely refurbished family house situated moments from the King’s Road. 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, open plan kitchen/dining room, garden, underfloor heating throughout the property. EPC rating D. Approximately 1,437 sq ft/134 sq m

Available unfurnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £2,000 per week

Guide price: £2,175 per week

Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 7591 8601 knightsbridgelettings@knightfrank.com

Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 7591 8601 knightsbridgelettings@knightfrank.com

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property.

Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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1 REFURBISHED GRADE II LISTED FAMILY TOWNHOUSE

trevor street, sw7

Reception room ø sitting room ø dining room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø master bedroom suite ø 4 further bedrooms (2 en suite) ø shower room ø garden ø 255 sq m (2,748 sq ft)

Savills Sloane Street

Savills Knightsbridge

Charles Holbrook cholbrook@savills.com

William Duckworth-Chad wdchad@savills.com

020 7730 0822

020 7581 5234

Guide £7.85 million Freehold

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1 A GRAND NEWLY REFURBISHED VICTORIAN HOUSE

herbert crescent, sw1

Drawing room ø dining room ø media room ø kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite shower room ø 5 further bedrooms with en suite bathrooms/shower rooms ø wine cellar ø terrace ø 498 sq m (5,360 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Savills Knightsbridge

Savills Sloane Street

Matthew Morton-Smith mmsmith@savills.com

Noel De Keyzer ndekeyzer@savills.com

020 7581 5234

020 7730 0822

Guide £4 million Leasehold, approximately 10 years remaining

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1 KNIGHTSBRIDGE TOWNHOUSE WITH TERRACE

yeomans row, sw3

First floor drawing room ø open plan reception room/kitchen ø 3 bedroom suites ø cloakroom ø roof terrace ø 193 sq m (2,074 sq ft) ø EPC=C

WA Ellis

Savills Knightsbridge

Richard Barber rbarber@waellis.co.uk

Matthew Morton-Smith mmsmith@savills.com

020 7306 1600

020 7581 5234

Guide £5.15 million Freehold

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1 BEAUTIFUL FLAT WITH EXQUISITE DRAWING ROOM AND PRIVATE STREET ENTRANCE

queen's gate gardens, sw7

Entrance hall ø drawing room ø mezzanine dining room ø kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø 2 further bedrooms with en suite bathrooms ø access to communal gardens ø caretaker ø 231 sq m (2,485 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Savills Knightsbridge Ben Morris bmorris@savills.com

020 7581 5234

Guide £5.5 million Leasehold, plus Share of Freehold

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1 THREE BEDROOM LATERAL APARTMENT WITH STUNNING VIEWS

onslow square, sw7

Drawing room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø 2 further bedrooms ø shower room ø 2 basement storage cupboards ø lift ø caretaker ø access to communal gardens ø 128 sq m (1,376 sq ft) ø EPC=C

Knight Frank

Savills Knightsbridge

Harry Dawes harry.dawes@knightfrank.com

Katie Rumbellow krumbellow@savills.com

020 7591 8600

020 7581 5234

Guide £3.95 million Leasehold, approximately 177 years remaining

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1 A BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED APARTMENT WITH ITS OWN FRONT DOOR

draycott place, sw3

Entrance hall ø reception room ø open plan kitchen and dining room ø master bedroom suite ø 2 further bedrooms ø bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø 154 sq m (1,659 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Savills Sloane Street Christian Warman cgwarman@savills.com

020 7730 0822 Guide £3.45 million Leasehold, approximately 139 years remaining

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1 WELL PROPORTIONED APARTMENT IN THIS SOUGHT AFTER ADDRESS

cadogan gardens, sw3

Entrance hall ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø 89 sq m (958 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Savills Sloane Street Tom Wilson twilson@savills.com

020 7730 0822 Guide £1.45 million Leasehold, approximately 126 years remaining

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1

BEATIFULLY PRESENTED APARTMENT WITH PERIOD FEATURES onslow gardens, sw7 Master bedroom suite ø 2 further bedrooms ø family bathroom ø reception room ø kitchen ø private patio ø direct access to communal gardens ø 124 sq m (1,340 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=C

Unfurnished £1,950 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

Savills Chelsea Izzy Birch-Reynardson ibreynardson@savills.com

020 7578 9020

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A NEWLY REFURBISHED HOUSE WITH SURROUND SOUND markham street, sw3 4 bedrooms (1 en suite) ø family bathroom ø reception room ø open plan kitchen/dining room ø patio ø roof terrace ø 145 sq m (1,561 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=D

Unfurnished £1,795 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

Savills Chelsea Elizabeth Naamo enaamo@savills.com

0207 578 9011

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/ guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished.

For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

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marketview Time and again I hear tales from friends who have attempted to buy a house or flat only to be outbid, reports property finder Robert Bailey.

Moving house is very emotional and often cited as one of the most stressful life events. A bit of advance preparation and flexibility will reduce tensions on all sides and ensure you get the home you want.

• Get your finances in order. Mortgages are now easier to obtain but do not take it for granted that you can borrow whatever you like. Consult your bank or mortgage broker to find out how much you can borrow and what your monthly repayments will be. Agree an amount in principle that you can use should you have to enter a sealed bid. Ultimately, though, cash is still king. Mortgage valuations are still an issue so be aware that many vendors will prefer a cash buyer, even if their bid is lower.

• Stay in close contact with estate agents. Many people assume that all properties appear on the internet as soon as they come on the market. Not so. Estate agents often contact buying agents and interested buyers before properties even go up for sale. The key is to stay in touch with estate agents, preferably by phone, to let them know your requirements and to let them know you are a serious buyer. I would even recommend viewing a property even if it is not of interest so you can tell them why it is not the home for you and to build a stronger rapport with them.

• Sympathise with the vendor. The highest bidder does not always get the property. Compliment them on their home and let them know how much you love it. Be prepared to move on their timescale and try to accommodate their wishes. An acquaintance told me a sale fell through because the vendor wanted to take the curtains with him.

My acquaintance demanded that they be included and with neither party willing to budge, the sale fell through on account of a pair of curtains costing a few hundred pounds at most.

• Put your best foot forward. If you have to enter a competitive bid situation, offer the highest reasonable sum for the property. Not only should this include the highest price you are willing to pay, but you should also demonstrate you are ready to exchange on the vendor’s timescale. As to how much you should offer, we tell our clients that it should be the most you feel comfortable paying without overstretching yourself.

Question & Answer

Rachel Thompson, partner at The Buying Solution, London team

How do you assess the demand from international buyers and its impact on the London property market?

Prime Central London (PCL) has always been a big draw for domestic and international buyers, despite reports suggesting it is becoming a ghost town with masses of empty properties owned by international investors spending one month a year here.

Over the 12 months to June 2013, 72 per cent of all £1m-plus sales in prime central London were to UK-based buyers, according to Knight Frank’s International Buyers in London report 2013. The perception of ‘who owns what’ in London and the reality are quite different. London is an interesting, diverse and wonderful city because of the wide mix of nationalities who call it home.

Is there strong demand for country property owners to have a London pieda-terre, for business or for pleasure?

The majority of our domestic clients have their main home in the country and are looking to buy a pied-a-terre or investment flat in London.

Many sold their London property a number of years ago to finance their move to the country, and while they might have moved for a lifestyle, the investment and capital growth of the country has not performed quite as well as London.

Over the last couple of years, many people have looked to buy a flat as part of asset diversification. They fell out of love with the stock market after the financial crisis and looked to London property as a safe haven for funds, especially as capital growth outstripped many other asset classes.

Most don’t look at rental yield. Buyers are predominately interested in the potential for capital growth. However, it is not just a financial decision: there is also a human element as many parents see a London flat as a long-term investment that they can eventually gift to the their

children. Long-term financial planning still plays a huge part in human psyche and decision-making.

Do parents still look for that London flat as not just an investment but somewhere for the kids?

The luxury of having an empty flat in London for the odd night is unavailable to many. However, children still play a huge role in a parent’s decision to buy something. Most of these buyers are looking at long-term investments that will eventually be gifted to the children, but will generate income for the parents, or their children’s trust, in the short to long term.

We have some clients who are buying for their children before their first birthday!

These buyers are driving the very competitive market sub-£2m. Most are buying one to two-bed flats in PCL, especially the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, simply because for many it is the area they know and most likely frequented, or even lived in, when they were young.

The most important thing is that the asset is liquid, should it need to be sold.

Property prices in PCL have seen a large rise since the financial crisis and in some areas they are now 65 per cent higher than the market low in March 2009.

The outer prime areas are now starting to rise at a fairly competitive rate but they almost exclusively rely on a domestic, UK market and should the economy slip, or there be another crisis, these might be more affected, in turn affecting the liquidity of the asset. PCL is normally the last to be affected and the first to recover as international buyers invest into London and GBPs and it is this reason that the city is seen as one of the safest places to invest.

London continues to outperform the country market, and money is affordable to borrow, so residents in London do try to hold onto their property. This is mainly due to the fear of selling up, and then should London continue to rise in cost they would soon be priced out and find it extremely hard to buy back in.

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London Voice

Special report by Dominic Pasqua, head of Knight Frank Wimbledon Village

We are delighted to report that in the early spring market of 2014, sales in the Wimbledon/ Coombe area remain very buoyant with strong demand in all price ranges up to £4 million.

The market below £2 million is exceptionally fast-moving, with most properties being sold within days, quite often having attracted multiple offers and achieving over the guide price. The problem we have as agents at the moment is a lack of stock in this price range as properties are moving so fast.

Our advice to anyone thinking about selling their property this spring must be to place their property on the market with a reliable and high-quality agent as soon as

possible in order to take advantage of this exceptional market and record prices.

It is encouraging to note that there is a gradual return at the top end of the market, with continuing good news coming out of the City and the economy as a whole. The market at all levels has an appetite for wellpresented properties - this is an area where we are more than happy to offer our clients the benefit of our advice.

Pricing is also key: properties should be valued at the top end of a realistic estimate in order to attract sufficient potential buyers through the door.

If a property appears to be overpriced to the potential buyer, then the viewing levels are poor and the property remains unsold on the market for quite a time until significant price reductions are achieved.

Horses take a trot around Wimbledon Village

propertytalk To renovate, or not to renovate, that is the question.

Cheryl Markosky seeks answers.

Harry Wigram from Strutt & Parker Chelsea believes property presentation is important: “After all, a garage would never sell a dirty car.”

To simply redecorate a dated home can make a significant difference and enhance saleability, he says.

“The cost of doing such work tends to be money well spent, and often pays dividends.”

Spending a fortune on renovations might not always be the right approach, however, cautions his colleague Charlie Willis in Knightsbridge. “If a property is too unmodernised, we usually advise clients not to update, as their personal taste might not match a buyer’s. People like the opportunity to buy something unmodernised so they can put their own stamp on it.”

As there’s such a shortage of property on the market in London currently, the unrefurbished places (especially apartments) are closing the gap on refurbished homes, according to David Adams of John Taylor London.

“Beware of refurbishing a home if this pushes the price up through a stamp duty threshold,” he warns.

“Buyers still offer just under the stamp duty level, no matter how good the refurbishment.”

Adams believes renovations guaranteed to produce a decent margin are those that dramatically expand the footprint. “This is why there are so many basement developments at the moment.”

If you own a mid-life family house, it’s worth sprucing the place up, suggests Saul Empson of Harringtons UK. “As in the case of an £18 million house I saw a few years ago in Chelsea, where the teenaged children had spray-painted Quentin Tarantino’s favourite words all over the walls, it might be worth redecorating.”

But more than that? “It’s a hell of a risk. You could be throwing money away trying to second-guess the taste of a buyer, who may well hail from an entirely different corner of the globe to you,” he sums up.

James Bailey at Henry & James says people should definitely refurbish – but don’t go mad. “My number one tip is to replace carpets. It gives the interior an instant lift and makes it smell nice. Re-grout and put new sealants in bathrooms if they’re looking tired, and without a doubt, get windows cleaned. That’s a must.”

The Accouter Group’s Alec Watt finds international purchasers are hunting for turnkey products – and are willing to pay for them.

“It’s about being clever with your spend. More properties are now being dressed or staged with furnishings that create inspirational lifestyles and aspirational living spaces.”

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It is important to plan ahead and consider what you will do when interest rates do rise: could you cope with higher mortgage payments? If the answer is no, it makes sense to opt for a fixed-rate mortgage, particularly as rates are so cheap.

While two-year fixed rates are lower than their five-year equivalents, it might make sense to opt for the latter.

Although there is an outside chance of an interest rate rise in the next couple of years, over three to five years the outlook is far less certain and a five-year fixed rate will give you security over the medium term. If you opt for a twoyear fix you will need to remortgage at a time when rates could be rising, which will be expensive.

While five-year fixes look very competitive, it is important not to fix for longer than you are absolutely sure about or you will face a hefty early repayment charge to exit the deal before the end of the fixed term. That’s why ten-year fixes tend to be so unpopular as it is too long a commitment for most.

Mark Harris SPF Private Clients

Wholesale lending returns to health It is not just Government schemes that are encouraging borrowing but the wholesale lending markets are also showing a strong return to health and making a positive contribution to the mortgage market.

Savers are returning their cash to deposit accounts, enabling lenders to use that money rather than turning to the wholesale market. Favourable conditions in both wholesale and retail markets mean that lenders are well placed to weather the withdrawal of the Bank of England’s funding for lending scheme.

Good news for big borrowers Banks are back in the large loan market, reports Duncan Farmer to buy a £2.5m home would need a deposit of £1m (30 per cent) and would pay a rate of 2.14 per cent, which is competitive by any measure. Repayments would be about £10,000 a month.

Previously, as Mr Knight says, borrowers would have needed to turn to private banks for such large loans. Those banks would insist that clients moved most of their other assets – shares, investments and deposit accounts – to their bank. With high street lenders, however, there are no such onerous restrictions and borrowers simply apply like any other applicant.

This, says Mr Knight, will mean that private banks will need to do more to attract back the biggest borrowers and that will be good news. “We therefore expect that as a result of this we will see increased pressure on private banks, resulting in rates falling in the months ahead for both those purchasing and refinancing,” he says.

The benefit of all this for the wider housing market is that while top end has been dominated by overseas cash buyers and the bottom end propped up

by Government help, there is now more equality across the board. This could well help London, particularly, maintain the momentum of a property market said to be worth £100 billion.

The focus on the mortgage market since the credit crunch has been on first-time buyers, with numerous Government schemes to kick-start the bottom rung of the property ladder. But for those at the top it is the market itself that has improved conditions for big borrowers.

The pricing and availability of loans of more than £1 million has been improving steadily since the end of last year, according to Henry Knight, managing director of Springtide Capital.

“Following the financial crisis, we witnessed the percentage of high street lenders withdraw from the large loan market, leaving the opportunities with the private banks,” he says. “Now that the likes of NatWest, Santander, Virgin, Halifax and Woolwich have all come back to the market with new propositions, we can expect to see more competition and innovation among all banks.”

Santander started the ball rolling four months ago when its director of mortgages, Phil Cliff, said: “We are extending the maximum loan size on selected mortgages to £1.5m and launching a very competitive range of new products for customers looking for a large loan up to £2.5m.”

So, a borrower wanting a loan of £1.5m

Current Best Buy Mortgages

Fixed Rates – 2 years

Source: Charcol Ltd 0800 718191 www.charcol.co.uk Lender

Rate

Until

Rev. Rate

APR

Max. LTV

HLC

ERC

Product Exit Fee Fee

Notes

NatWest

1.85% 31/7/16 4.00% 3.9% APR

60%

None 2/1% to 31/7/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£995

Nil

Nationwide

1.99% 2 years 3.99% 3.9% APR

70%

None

3% to last day of month in 2 years. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999*

£90 *FTBs: £499. On remortgages free valuation and free legal fees.

Accord

2.09% 31/3/16 5.99% 5.8% APR

75%

None 2/1% to 31/3/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£975

£90

Flexible. Available with offset facility at 2.29%.

Accord

2.24% 31/3/16 5.99% 5.8% APR

80%

None 2/1% to 31/3/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£975

£90

Flexible. Available with offset facility at 2.44%.

Skipton

2.89% 31/3/16 5.49% 5.3% APR

85%

None

3/2% to 31/3/16.

£495

£125

On remortgages free valuation/legal fees

Hinckley & Rugby

3.79% 2 years 5.64% 5.5% APR

90%

None

Nil

£990

£150

Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees.

4.99%

95%

None

3% to 2/4/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free.

Nil

£225

Purchase only. Free valuation and £250 cashback.

Santander

2/4/16 4.74% 4.9% APR

On remortgages free valuation and free legal fees.

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Positive prospects Mortgage lending rose yet again in December last year (the latest figures available) and was almost 50 per cent higher than in December 2012, reflecting the benefit of various Government schemes to help borrowers.

It also reflects the strength of the wider economy as banks and building societies demonstrate greater confidence in the stability of the job market and the ability of homeowners to keep up with repayments.

Bob Pannell, chief economist of the Council of Mortgage Lenders said: “Short-term growth prospects for the housing market and the wider economy look very positive.

Mortgage lending was stronger than we expected in the closing months of 2013, but lenders expect little, if any, boost to borrower demand this quarter.

“While some of these gains reflect Government schemes, the rationale for the positive narrative is a much broader one, reflecting such factors as the improving economy and jobs market, consumer confidence and competitive mortgage deals.”

number crunching

2.14 % Rate on a Santander mortgage of £1.5 million.

£10,000

Confident customers

Monthly repayment on a £1.5 million loan.

£100 billion

The number of people remortgaging has also risen and now makes up almost a quarter of all borrowing, with an average person remortgaging to the tune of £151,500.

The improving health of the economy and low fixed-rate loans have given borrowers more confidence and choice, says Andy Knee, chief executive of LMS. “Our latest customer survey suggests that nearly four in ten (39 per cent) were able to reduce their monthly payments in December, some by as much as £500,” he said.

Total value of the London property market.

1.85% Cheapest two-year fixed rate mortgage, from NatWest.

Fixed Rates - 5 Years / Variable, Including Tracker And Discount Lender

Rate

Until

Rev. Rate

APR

Max. LTV

HLC

ERC

Product Fee

Exit Fee

Notes

Yorkshire B S

2.84%

28/2/19

4.99% 4.5% APR

75%

None

4/4/3/2/1% Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free.

£975

£90

Flexible

Hinckley & Rugby

3.55%

5 years

5.64% 5.4% APR

80%

None

Nil

£990

£150

Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees.

Coventry

3.75%

31/3/19

4.49% 4.3% APR

85%

None 5/5/3/3/1% to 31/3/19. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999

£125

Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees.

Coventry

4.39%

31/3/19

4.49% 4.5% APR

90%

None 5/5/3/3/1% to 31/3/19. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999

£125

Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees.

Accord

5.29%

31/3/19

5.99% 5.8% APR

95%

None 4/4/3/2/1% to 31/3/19. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£845

£90

Purchase only. Available with offset facility at 5.49%.

Coventry

2.00%

Term

N/A

2.1% APR

65%

None

Nil

£999

£125 Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees. Flexible.

Santander

2.49% (Bank Rate +1.99%)

Term

N/A

2.6% APR

75%

None

Nil

£495

£225

Coventry

2.75%

Term

N/A

2.8% APR

85%

None

Nil

£999

£125 Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees. Flexible.

Furness

3.25% (2.19% disc)

3 years

5.44% 5.2% APR

90%

None

3% in 2 years. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999

£90

On remortgages free valuation and free legal fees.

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Lond n eye Keeping you informed on latest property news and views

Prime property hits a record growth streak Prime central London property has hit a record growth streak after outperforming many other investments in the last decade, according to latest figures from Knight Frank.

Growth is slowing as it breaks a record for consecutive monthly rises, but a jump in transactions suggests its appeal is widening beyond a ‘safe haven’ investment, says Tom Bill, associate for Knight Frank Residential Research.

Knight Frank Prime Central London Sales Index has risen by 135 per cent since January 2004. “Then £1 million bought you a two-bedroom flat on the

upper floor of a converted building on a garden square in Knightsbridge. Today, £1 million would buy a basement-level studio flat on the same square,” he said.

“Such strong growth has been most recently linked to central London’s reputation as a safe haven in the aftermath of the financial crisis and during periods of global political instability, including the Arab Spring.

“In fact, growth was 86 per cent in the buoyant years between the start of 2004 and the pre-crash peak in March 2008, higher than the 65 per cent rise since the post-Lehman Brothers low in March 2009, when London property gained its status as a defensive investment.”

A Mayfair house worth £345,186, the current London average, in 1976 would now be worth £23.6 million.

“We surpassed all our 2013 targets” Estate agent Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward celebrated its success in 2013 with a glittering awards evening at The Brewery in London’s Chiswell Street at the end of January.

More than 600 KFH staff attended the black-tie event to recognise and reward the highest achievers across all KFH business divisions. Top sales branch was KFH Earlsfield and best performing lettings office KFH Battersea.

Managing director and KFH founder Lee Watts, pictured, who hosted the event, said 2013 was one of the company’s most successful years since its launch 35 years ago.

“Today our branch network is larger and stronger than ever. We surpassed all of our targets for the year and were responsible for almost one in every ten sales across the 12 London boroughs in which we operate.” Writer and stand-up comedian Russell Kane presented the awards.

UK buyers are on the increase Price growth has slowed in prime central London as buyers and sellers digest a recent series of tax changes, reports Knight Frank. A 37 per cent increase in transactions last year shows more people are spending more money in prime central London as global economic threats recede.

The rise is said to be due to a growing sense of medium-to-long-term confidence and a property market evolving beyond its safe haven status as signs of economic growth return to the UK. Transactions increased across all price bands, including a 33 per cent jump between £1m and £2m, 88 per cent between £4m and £5m, and 42 per cent for £10m-plus homes.

“A growth in the number of UK-domiciled buyers also underlined how prime central London was less reliant on overseas capital flight. They accounted for 74 per cent of deals last year compared to 68 per cent in 2011,” said Tom Bill, associate for Knight Frank Residential Research.

“At the same time the number of European buyers fell from 16 to 11 per cent last year and there were no Greek-domiciled buyers in 2013 for the first time in four years.”

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What tenants want

Racing ahead as two Chesterton Humberts estate agency is being divided into two separate businesses – Chestertons and Humberts. Owner Chesterton Global also announced plans to invest heavily in new systems, strengthening online presence, and to expand its office network.

Chestertons will focus on the company’s 29 London offices and 20 international branches, and Humberts will operate the 24 existing branches outside the M25. The company aims to open 20 new branches within the M25 over the next three years, while the new Humberts business expands initially in the Home Counties.

Both companies will continue to trade as Chesterton Humberts until a date in June, when they will be rebranded to trade independently as Chestertons and Humberts, working closely together as sister companies.

Robert Bartlett, CEO of Chesterton Global, said: “The different nature of the London and country markets represents a great opportunity for us to grow our two brands and this decision will allow both companies to focus entirely on their own markets.”

The company will again be title sponsor for this year’s Chesterton Humberts Polo in the Park at Fulham’s Hurlingham Park on June 6, 7 and 8. More than 30,000 spectators are expected at the annual event.

From Boots to Belvoir Belvoir Lettings has appointed Kiara Carthy-Barke manager of the company’s marketing team. Kiara was previously in marketing at Boots head office for six years.

What do tenants really want? To find the answer, estate agent Savills commissioned YouGov to conduct a survey of 2,300 tenants – 1000 in London – renting in the private sector in major cities across England and Wales.

According to the survey, most tenants are looking for better quality homes near public transport, and they also value flexibility – 24 per cent choose to rent because they say it’s less hassle.

Across all age groups, difficulty in raising a mortgage deposit is the biggest barrier to home ownership, while older tenants struggle to meet lenders’ criteria.

In the search for high quality homes, wealthier tenants in London are prepared to pay more for amenities such as private balconies, en suite bathrooms, on-site gyms, off-street parking and scenic views.

Location is more important to Londoners, particularly households on annual incomes of at least £80,000. Analysis also shows that the average household in London spends 27 per cent of their gross income on rent compared to 26 per cent outside London. “Given the high level of rents in London, this suggests that tenants in the capital are more likely to share,” says Savills.

Anniversary Mini Foxtons has unveiled the latest design in its fleet of branded Minis. The 10th Anniversary Edition of the Foxtons Mini pays tribute to the ‘Italian Job’ Mini commemorating the legendary 1969 British caper movie.

Produced in British Racing Green with large door numbers, bonnet stripes and a Union Jack flag on the roof, the Italian Job model was inspired by the Mini Cooper’s racing heritage. The Anniversary Edition pays homage to the original but has been adapted for a more sophisticated, contemporary feel, with a subtle splash of Foxtons branding.

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Sales

ÂŁ3,250,000 Freehold Sussex Street SW1V

A wider than average mid-terrace Victorian house requiring refurbishment on this popular street in the Pimlico Grid.

5/6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Double reception room, Eat-in kitchen, Dining room, Balcony, Roof terrace, Garden, EPC: D.

A rare opportunity to purchase a magnificent ground and lower ground floor apartment with access to wonderful private communal gardens.

Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 2 further bedrooms, Bathroom, South-facing drawing room, Dining room, Modern kitchen, Storage, Communal gardens, EPC: D.

Pimlico & Westminster Sales 020 7931 8200 | pimlicosales@dng.co.uk

ÂŁ2,950,000 Share of Freehold Stanley Crescent W11 Notting Hill Sales 020 7727 7777 | nhsales@dng.co.uk

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ÂŁ2,000,000 Leasehold Carlisle Place SW1P

A fabulous three bedroom, top floor, lateral flat of approximately 1,754 sq.ft. in the highly desirable Carlisle Mansions.

3 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Cloakroom, EPC: E.

A spacious third floor flat within a beautiful period building, conveniently located within a short walk of Gloucester Road underground station.

Master bedroom with en-suite shower room, Second bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Lift, EPC: C.

Pimlico & Westminster Sales 020 7931 8200 | pimlicosales@dng.co.uk

ÂŁ1,850,000 Share of Freehold Hyde Park Gate SW7 Kensington Gate Sales 020 7581 1152 | kengatesales@dng.co.uk

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ÂŁ925,000 Share of Freehold Ongar Road SW6

This beautiful two double bedroom flat with a landscaped patio garden, offers 908 sq.ft of thoughtfully designed living space.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room with open-plan kitchen, Garden, EPC: B.

A stylish one bedroom apartment benefitting from a spacious open-plan kitchen/reception room with a balcony and modern fittings throughout.

Double bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room with open-plan kitchen, Balcony, EPC: B.

Fulham Sales 020 7731 4391 | fulhamsales@dng.co.uk

ÂŁ425,000 Leasehold Elbe Street SW6 Fulham Sales 020 7731 4391 | fulhamsales@dng.co.uk

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The grass really is greener.

Meet 31 hand-picked country estate agents, who can provide objective, balanced advice and show you some of the finest property outside the capital, from chocolate box cottages to country estates.

A little taste of the country including racing pigs and face painting makes for a fun afternoon for all the family.

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2–7pm March 27th Admission Free

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£2,350 per week | Furnished Lancaster Gate W2

£925 per week | Unfurnished Inverness Terrace W2

A unique and stunning two double bedroom, first floor duplex apartment.

A fantastic apartment presented in immaculate condition, with extremely spacious accommodation.

2 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en-suite), 2 reception rooms, Kitchen, Laundry room, Balcony, EPC: F.

3 bedrooms, En-suite bathroom, En-suite shower room, Cloakroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Patio, EPC: E.

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£875 per week | Unfurnished Courtfield Mews SW5

£775 per week | Furnished/Unfurnished Wycombe Square W8

A spacious, quiet and contemporary mews house located in the heart of South Kensington.

A superb and beautifully refurbished ground floor apartment in this prestigious portered building in Kensington.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Cloakroom, EPC: D.

Double bedroom, En-suite bathroom, Shower room, Reception room, Kitchen, Laundry room, Porter, EPC: E.

Kensington Gate Lettings 020 7589 5252 kengatelets@dng.co.uk

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£650 per week | Furnished Wetherby Gardens SW5

£595 per week | Unfurnished St Dionis House New Kings Road SW6

A contemporary second floor floor flat with plenty of natural light, located close to Gloucester Road and its amenities.

A stunning and unique triple-aspect flat in a fantastic location overlooking Parsons Green.

Double bedroom, Study/bedroom 2, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Balcony/terrace, EPC: C.

2 double bedrooms, En-suite bathroom, Shower room, Open-plan kitchen/reception room, EPC: C.

Kensington Gate Lettings 020 7589 5252 kengatelets@dng.co.uk

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£500 per week | Unfurnished Greswell Street SW6

£410 per week | Furnished St. George's Square SW1V

A wonderful ground floor flat located just off the Fulham Palace Road that benefits from having a garden.

A wonderful opportunity to rent this immaculate one bedroom on the first floor of this stucco-fronted period conversion.

2 double bedrooms, En-suite bathroom, Shower room, Open-plan kitchen/reception room, Garden, EPC: C.

Double bedroom, Shower room, Open-plan kitchen/reception room, Utility room, Balcony, EPC: D.

Fulham Lettings 020 7731 4791 fulhamlets@dng.co.uk

Pimlico & Westminster Lettings 020 7931 8300 pimlicolets@dng.co.uk

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Belgrave Road, SW1V £225,000 Leasehold This studio apartment is small but perfectly formed with a mezzanine level for sleeping an open plan kitchen and a separate shower room. EPC: B

Chapter Street, SW1P £585,000 Share of Freehold A modern one bedroom apartment with parking, Exchange House is a portered apartment building on the border of Pimlico and Westminster. EPC: B

Grosvenor Road, SW1V £695,000 Leasehold A modern and stylish one bedroom riverside apartment with underground parking in a sought after residential development called The Panoramic. EPC: C

Temperance Works, SE11 £4,500,000 Freehold The Temperance Works is a truly special and one off warehouse conversion with separate guest/staff house. EPC: E

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Evelyn Mansions, SW1P £3,100,000 Leasehold A rare opportunity to buy this fabulous five bedroom mansion apartment on the fourth floor (with Lift) with views overlooking Westminster Cathedral. EPC: D

Vincent Square, SW1P £2,000,000 Leasehold This is a modern and stylish Penthouse on the 4th and 5th floor with direct views overlooking Vincent Square from a spacious private terrace. EPC :C

Churchill Gardens, SW1V £535,000 Leasehold A rare opportunity to buy a top floor apartment with some of the most breath taking views of the London skyline and the river Thames. EPC: TBA

Palace Street, SW1E £3,250,000 Leasehold This modern three bedroom apartment affords one of the most breath taking views of the London skyline from all principal rooms. EPC:B

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Eccleston Square SW1V, £1,480 per week Three bedroom split level apartment situated on a prestigious garden square. EPC: D (charges apply)*

Ponsonby Terrace SW1P, £1,215 per week Newly redecorated five bedroom family home situated on a quiet residential road close to the river and transport and amenities of Pimlico. EPC: D (charges apply)*

Charlwood Street SW1V, £575 per week Two bedroom apartment that has been refurbished to a high standard. EPC: C (charges apply)*

Moreton Terrace Mews SW1V, £525 per week Unique one bedroom mews house situated in the Pimlico grid. EPC: D (charges apply)*

Strutton Ground SW1P, £850 per week Three bedroom split level apartment ideally situated near Victoria Station. EPC: E (charges apply)*

Maunsel Street SW1P, £825 per week Lovely three bedroom family home with lots of character and plentiful storage. EPC: D (charges apply)*

Gloucester Street SW1V, £450 per week Beautifully presented two bedroom conversion apartment with period features. EPC: D (charges apply)*

Carlisle Mansions SW1P, £1,450 per week Exceptional three bed apartment moments from Victoria Station. EPC: E (charges apply)*

Millbank SW1P, £445 per week Spacious one bedroom apartment with river views and daily porter. EPC: F (charges apply)*

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Lesley Court SW1P, £600 per week Tenant Secured February 2014

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Warwick Square SW1V, £360 per week Tenant Secured February 2014

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St George’s glory Architects Burwell Deakins have transformed a Grade II listed Regencystyle building in Pimlico from a warren of nurse’s bedsits into eight contemporary apartments, one house and a new-build house.

Sitting on the south-eastern corner of St George’s Square – the only central London garden square to overlook the Thames – the property has had its original features fully restored to reestablish it as a key building in Thomas Cubitt’s Pimlico development.

Modern services have been carefully knitted into the existing structure, and new bathrooms, en-suites and kitchens have been expressed as pieces of bespoke furniture, carefully designed to complement the historic fabric.

Victorian master builder Cubitt, who also designed the east face of

Buckingham Palace, completed the original six-storey townhouse in the 1850s. St George’s Square was so similar to his grand terraces in Belgravia that it was known as ‘South Belgravia’.

Externally the building has been restored to its former glory. Specialist contractors cleaned, repaired and painted the ornate stucco work and installed new cast-iron rainwater services. The building’s southern face has superb views across the river, and the front looks out onto the communal gardens.

St George’s Square, Pimlico SW1, one-bed apartment £650,000, threebed apartment £2,225,000, threebed townhouse £1.45m, Savills New Homes 020 7409 8756

Gertrude is close to The Beach Part of Chelsea’s Ten Acre Estate, Gertrude Street sits quietly between the King’s Road and Fulham Road and is handy for the shops and restaurants of the area known as The Beach.

A refurbished and redesigned four-bed house here offers 2777 sq ft of space including a kitchen diner with a wine store and bi-fold doors into the garden. A double reception has floor-to-ceiling French windows out onto Juliet balconies front and rear.

A sub-basement could be used as a gym, extra bedroom, playroom or cinema room. High-tech features include air-conditioning, underfloor heating, CCTV and Lutron lighting.

Gertrude Street, Chelsea SW10, guide price £5.75m, Savills Chelsea 020 7578 9000

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A new chapter at WH Smith home Bookseller and statesman William Henry Smith (18251891) – the ‘Son’ in WH Smith & Son – lived at this stately address on Hyde Park Street for 20 years following his marriage to widow Emily Leach.

The ‘& Son’ was added when the young William Henry – his father was also William Henry – became a partner in the family newsagents and stationers on his 21st birthday. Two years later WH Smith opened its first bookstall at Euston, followed by stalls at other stations as the business became Britain’s main newspaper distributor.

William Henry II became head of the business on his father’s retirement in 1857 and married Emily the following year. While living at Hyde Park Street, he retired from business into politics and rose to First Lord of the Admiralty. Gilbert & Sullivan marked his appointment in an HMS Pinafore song containing the line: ‘Now I am the ruler of the Queen’s Navee’.

Currently for sale on the ground and lower ground floors of WH’s former residence, a four-bedroom lateral apartment in this Grade II listed white stucco building has been extensively renovated, refurbished and interior designed. The makeover also maximised the terrace and outdoor space – said to be the largest private garden on the Hyde Park Estate.

The 2930 sq ft home features a multimedia system and a large open plan kitchen with integrated Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances. It offers superb ceiling heights, detailed cornicing, and wide plank flooring, as well as an impressive master bedroom suite with hisand-hers dressing rooms.

By Bob Stonebridge Hyde Park Street, Hyde Park W2, guide price £6.95m, Knight Frank 020 7871 5060

“Meticulously renovated, this wonderful Grade II listed lateral apartment spanning two floors has the largest private garden on the Hyde Park Estate” Fenella Freeland, Knight Frank Hyde Park

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Aston Martin was born here in Henniker Mews The historic birthplace of the Aston Martin supercar is for sale in an exclusive gated mews in Chelsea, where the first model was built.

Under the original name of Bamford & Martin Ltd, the company was formed in 1913 at this house in Henniker Mews. Engineer Robert Bamford and sporting motorist Lionel Martin created the luxury car and added Aston to Martin the following year after success at the Aston Clinton hill climb in Buckinghamshire.

With an interior designed by Mark Howarth, the 1217 sq ft three-bedroom mews house at Aston Martin’s first home has two floors of space including an impressive reception and dining room, large kitchen and breakfast room, and two bathrooms (one en suite).

The property is bathed in plenty of natural light and has an integral garage and off-street parking.

A green plaque on the outside wall commemorates the building’s motoring heritage. On 15 January 2013, Aston Martin launched a year of centenary celebrations at the address, with the new special edition Vanquish standing side by side with A3, the oldest Aston Martin in existence.

Henniker Mews, Chelsea SW3, guide price £2.5m, Farrar 020 7244 4466

Refurbishment in Gledhow Gardens An extensive refurbishment programme is complete at a 3160 sq ft duplex apartment in Gledhow Gardens, where architect Ian Hogarth placed the emphasis on light, function and clarity of lines.

This South Kensington home offers excellent width, volume and ceiling heights. The main reception has south-facing views across the communal gardens – which the property has direct access to – and the home includes an open plan kitchen, dining and reception space and four generous bedroom suites, one with spa.

Among the high specifications are Lutron lighting, underfloor heating, Gaggenau appliances, Dinesen Douglas Fir wide-plank flooring, heat recovery ventilation, and integrated 3D and HD TVs. Gledhow Gardens, South Kensington SW5, £7.75m, Farrar 020 7244 4444

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Dine out next door You won’t have to go far to eat out. This raised ground floor apartment in Belgravia is next door to the former Presbyterian church that now houses Mosimann’s private luncheon and dining club.

If you’d prefer to eat in, the two-bedroom home at Carysfort House in West Halkin Street also has a fully fitted kitchen and a large utility room with storage space above. On the other side of the entrance hall, a 22ft reception room has high ceilings, cornicing, southfacing windows, marble fireplace and useful study area.

Quietly situated at the rear of the property, the generous master bedroom has an en suite bathroom

and French windows leading to a demised private terrace. The second double bedroom also has an en suite bathroom, and the home’s total inside living space is 1350 sq ft.

The neighbouring Mosimann’s building is a converted church, built in 1830, which also previously served as a spiritualists’ meeting place. Today this exclusive dining club is headed by legendary chef Anton Mosimann and his two sons Philipp and Mark.

West Halkin Street, Belgravia SW1, guide price £3.65m, Henry & James 020 7235 8861

Mansion makeover A fully refurbished two-bedroom apartment is set on the first floor of a redbrick mansion block in Marylebone, standing midway between Regent’s Park and Hyde Park.

The 750 sq ft home in prestigious Montagu Mansions is also just a few minutes’ walk from the shops, bars and restaurants of fashionable Marylebone High Street. Living space includes a kitchen and reception room and two bathrooms (one en suite).

Both bedrooms are doubles and the long-lease property in Crawford Street includes lift access and 24-hour porter services.

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There’s an opportunity to refurbish or remodel a two-bedroom house in a cobbled mews in Chelsea. Its garage is still used for the car and storage, and not yet for extra living space.

Total inside space is 1072 sq ft on three floors. Most of the windows face west, and the home in Coleherne Mews is less than half a mile from West Brompton and Earls Court tube stations.

Coleherne Mews, Chelsea SW10, £1.6m, Knight Frank 020 7349 4300

Montagu Mansions, Marylebone W1, £1,295,000, KFH Marylebone 020 7486 5551

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HENNIKER MEWS, CHELSEA SW3 A perfectly positioned three bedroom freehold mews house with the advantage of a good sized integrated garage. The house has a stunning reception room and a large kitchen/breakfast room, and enjoys excellent natural light.

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A substantial and innovatively designed freehold house, extending to approximately 5,657 sq. ft. with the advantage of a self contained studio apartment. The house has been subject to a comprehensive and extensive refurbishment and is presented in a contemporary manner throughout. With very flexible accommodation, the house has adaptable bedroom accommodation and stunning reception space, not only at raised ground floor level, but also a vaulted studio room spanning the entire footprint of the main body of the house at third floor level. Of further note, the kitchen/dining room open onto a large south west facing garden. The studio apartment has proved to be a very successful rental investment, but alternatively, would be very useful and suitable staff accommodation.

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IFIELD ROAD, SW10 A newly refurbished, 1 bedroom self contained maisonette located on the ground and lower ground floors of a charming terrace house.

£699,950

REDCLIFFE SQUARE, SW10

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A completely uncompromised one bedroom flat on the northern eastern terrace of this popular garden square.

581 sq ft / 54 sq m

KING’S ROAD, CHELSEA SW10 A very sensibly arranged 2 double bedroom, 1st floor flat tucked quietly off the King’s Road.

700 sq ft / 65 sq m

An attractive 1st floor, 3 bedroom apartment ideally located on the renowned King’s Road in Chelsea.

1,292 sq ft / 120 sq m

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FINBOROUGH ROAD, SW10

£1,395,000

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A beautifully presented 2 double bedroom, raised and lower ground floor maisonette with the advantage of its’ own street entrance.

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883 sq ft / 82 sq m

KING’S ROAD, SW3

£1,250,000

1,399 sq ft / 129.97 sq m

£1,850,000

BARKSTON GARDENS, SW5

£1,975,000

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A stunning and innovatively designed 2 double bedroom raised ground floor flat, situated on this premier garden square.

Leasehold

952 sq ft / 88 sq m

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DRAYTON GARDENS, SW10 A well presented and cleverly designed 2 bedroom flat, situated at the rear of this popular mansion block.

£2,100,000

ELM PARK LANE, SW3

£2,250,000

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A beautifully refurbished 2 bedroom freehold house, in the popular address in Chelsea, the house also benefits from a garage.

Freehold

1,181 sq ft / 109 sq m

FAWCETT STREET, SW10 An immaculate 1 bedroom flat with light, open plan accommodation within a well run, very popular mansion block.

710 sq ft / 66 sq m

HARCOURT TERRACE, SW10 A classically proportioned 1 bedroom, 1st floor flat situated within a stucco fronted period building.

538 sq ft / 50 sq m

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DRAYTON GARDENS, SW10 This 2 double bedroom, 2 bathroom flat has been the subject of total refurbishment in the last few years.

990 sq ft / 92 sq m

£1,250,000 Share of freehold

£1,085,000

MILMANS STREET, SW10

£595,000

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A beautifully refurbished 1 bedroom flat, that has been completely modernised in a wonderfully contemporary manner.

Leasehold

517 sq ft / 48 sq m

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Oare, Wiltshire ÂŁ2,750,000 FreehOld MORPETH TERRACE, SW1P OIEO ÂŁ1,400,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD Ansuperb extraordinary and individual country house in a forms stunning Built originally 1962The foraccommodation the artist John Merton, Pound House is broadly A two bedroom apartment,modern on Morpeth Terrace, which partlocation. of a handsome mansioninblock. is well proportioned and located in the Palladian in style andThe is a apartment wide, singleis storey building with large windows overwell looking theforgardens. wasamenities extendedofinVictoria 1978 toStreet include garden roomlinks andofa heart of Westminster. full of charm and character whilst being placed access toItthe andathe transport large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has Victoria Station. good storage space.

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Oare, Wiltshire ÂŁ2,750,000 FreehOld GUILDHOUSE STREET, SW1V ÂŁ1,650,000 LEASEHOLD An extraordinary and individual country house in aever stunning Built originally in 1962 fortothe artist John Merton,throughout Pound House broadly A superb, split level, two bedroommodern apartment situated in the popularlocation.

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Home on the park A Victorian townhouse with three floors of space close to Ravenscourt Park, Hammersmith, offers open plan living leading out into a 50ft lawned rear garden.

With high ceilings and plenty of original Victorian features, the property comes with five double bedrooms, three reception rooms, and planning permission. The ground floor contains an open plan reception, dining room and kitchen and breakfast room with two sets of French windows to the garden.

The 2030 sq ft property in Ravenscourt Road is set back from the road behind a front garden, with a tiled footpath leading to the front door. The house is close to the Thames and the fine selection of independent coffee shops and restaurants on King Street.

Ravenscourt Road, Ravenscourt Park, Hammersmith W6, guide price £2.25m, KFH Hammersmith 020 8563 9633

BALCONY HAS DOCKSIDE VIEW OF THE THAMES Superb Thames views are served on the balcony of a two-bedroom riverside apartment at Broomhouse Dock, a gated development on Fulham’s Carnwath Road.

The first floor property includes a south-facing reception, modern kitchen, and two en suite bathrooms. It comes with two spaces in the secure underground car park as well as a video entrance system.

Carnwath Road is a 10-minute walk from local amenities on the New King’s Road and five minutes from Hurlingham Park sports ground. The home is on the market with Haus Properties, set up in 2011 by Jamie Lester, entrepreneur and former candidate on BBC TV’s The Apprentice.

Broomhouse Dock, Carnwath Road, Fulham SW6, £875,000, Haus Properties 020 7751 0400

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There’s a cinema under the garden Former home of a top photographer and leading Kodak shareholder in the 1920s, this magnificent and highly photogenic home in Holland Park has been totally refurbished by today’s owner, blending classic modern design with 21st century technology.

As part of the recent renovation, a basement and lower basement featuring a spectacular cinema and bar, gym and spa were created beneath the lush rear gardens of this lavish lateral apartment, which offers inside space of almost 6000 sq ft primarily on two wide floors – the raised and lower ground.

Raised ground level features a 48ft double drawing room with high ceilings, as well as a large central kitchen with a dining room on one side and a breakfast and family room on the other.

On the ground floor, the large master bedroom and five other bedroom suites – including a staff bedroom and shower room – all lead off a wide and elegant hallway. The home cinema below has seven-speaker surround sound and a four-metre screen, and is set up for Playstation gaming. The spa has a Riverflow system with Jacuzzi option, and the gym features a Technogym Kinesis multigym. Or there’s table tennis for anyone who can’t face the full workout.

A Sonos sound system sends your favourite music to all rooms, upper balcony and garden, and the apartment includes mood lighting and Cat 7 cabling throughout. The front and rear gardens are both wired for CCTV. The property was once the home of photographer, political activist and patron of the arts George Davison (1855-1930), who became the second largest Kodak shareholder after George Eastman, who first appointed him to the company.

By Bob Stonebridge Holland Park, Holland Park W11, guide price £13.95m, Knight Frank 020 7938 4311, Carter Jonas 020 7371 1111

“This sensational lateral garden apartment spans the lower and raised ground floors of an imposing Grade II listed Italianate villa” Mark Redfern, Knight Frank Kensington

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Shall we dance?

Take your partners please. The crowning glory of this three-storey upper maisonette in Lancaster Gate is a magnificent drawing room and former ballroom covering the entire first floor.

Yards from Kensington Gardens, the newly refurbished corner property on the upper ground, first and second floors has three bedroom suites including an impressive second floor master bedroom. The bathrooms are all finished in Carrera marble.

The kitchen and breakfast room on the upper ground floor has underfloor heating and is fully equipped with Miele appliances including a wine cooler.

It also features Carrera marble and a Quooker Nordic tap serving boiling or

cold filtered water.

Among the extensive high-tech home comforts are numerous audio-visual installations, Lutron lighting, Miele washing machine and dryer, touchscreen alarm system and Cat 5 cabling throughout.

Located at the eastern end of Lancaster Gate, the 2765 sq ft property forms part of Blenheim Court and is served by a porter. Lancaster Gate tube and Paddington station with its Heathrow Express are easy walking distance.

Lancaster Gate W2, guide price £5.6m, Savills Notting Hill 020 7727 5750

Magnificent five This five-storey Victorian house is one of a pair built on the north side of Douro Place in Kensington in 1846 by builders Frederick Woods and William Wheeler.

Said to be ‘meticulously maintained’, the 5475 sq ft six-bedroom property in a quiet location south of Kensington High Street has extensive living and entertaining space that includes a total of six reception rooms.

The property has an impressive master bedroom suite together with a guest suite and four more double bedrooms served by a family bathroom. The lower ground floor provides a two-bedroom apartment, next to a drawing room and well-equipped gym.

Douro Place, Kensington W8, £13m, Marsh & Parsons 020 7368 4197

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Royal golf location Extensive landscaped gardens at a grand nine-bedroom contemporary house currently available to let in Kingston Upon Thames back onto the hallowed manicured fairways of Coombe Hill Golf Club.

This imposing 9000 sq ft property is set well back from tranquil Golf Club Drive on the exclusive and private Coombe Hill Estate, and is designed and constructed to the highest modern standards and specifications.

On the ground floor, the entrance hall leads to the primary reception space including an impressive kitchen and breakfast room open plan with the living and dining room. Doors lead to the garden and terracing.

Entertain the family and guests at an indoor swimming pool complex, home cinema and large games or play room. The lavish gardens contain mature trees with flower borders and a superb showing of shrubs and plants. There’s also a double garage and plenty of offstreet parking.

Neighbouring Coombe Hill Golf Club was founded in 1911 and Sir Winston Churchill was a member when he was Home Secretary, occasionally challenging Prime Minister Herbert Asquith on the Coombe Hill course.

David Lloyd George was another member of the House and club, and Edward VIII and his brother George VI both played here before they took the throne.

Golfing legend Henry Cotton, three times Open champion, described Coombe Hill as “one of the most delightful settings for a golf course that I have ever experienced anywhere in the world.”

Your golf clubs should get plenty of use.

By Bob Stonebridge Golf Club Drive, Kingston Upon Thames KT2, £18,500 per month unfurnished, Knight Frank Wimbledon 020 8946 9811

“Designed and built to the highest quality, this substantial detached house stands in an exclusive location on the private Coombe Hill Estate” Ruth Barr, Knight Frank Wimbledon

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Now showing: spectacular views at Hollywood home The Duchess of Kent cut the red ribbon and Hollywood actor Victor McLaglen made a personal appearance at the grand opening night of the new Granada Theatre at Clapham Junction on 8 November 1937.

Keyboard ace Donald Thorne dazzled on the Wurlitzer theatre organ and Bobby Hart and His Band performed on stage to herald the launch of the 2500-seater cinema, then Granada’s third largest in the UK after Tooting and Walthamstow.

The first films shown on that sparkling royal occasion were History Is Made At Night – appropriately – with Charles Boyer, and Mr Stringfellow Says No with Neil Hamilton (as Mr Stringfellow). When Granada Clapham Junction closed its curtain for the last time in 1980, the final cinema audience left the auditorium after screaming to Zombies: Dawn Of The Dead.

The redbrick art deco building rises high above Clapham Junction station and has long been a familiar landmark for train passengers travelling to and from London Victoria and Waterloo.

Grade II-star listed since 1999, it still has a cinema

(pictured, below left): a more intimate movie space exclusively for residents of the famous building’s new and luxurious Lumiere Apartments, a Henley Homes development commended in the Housing Project of the Year category of the Mail on Sunday British Homes Awards 2009.

A Hollywood-esque two-bed penthouse apartment with around 1170 sq ft of inside living space on the sixth and seventh floors has floor-to-ceiling glass walls showing spectacular panoramic views across London all day long. A 36ft by 25ft roof terrace will let you see the big picture.

By Bob Stonebridge Lumiere Apartments, St John’s Hill, Clapham Junction SW11, guide price £1.5m, Savills Clapham 020 8673 4111

“This sensational, two-bedroom penthouse apartment has spectacular cityscape views, excellent entertaining space and a large roof terrace” Robin Chatwin, Savills

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Victorian ‘Toastrack’ House

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Trinity Road, SW18 A wider than average semi-detached Victorian house arranged over three floors. The house forms part of an area known locally as ‘The Toastrack’ which adjoins the open spaces of Wandsworth Common. Accommodation includes a wide entrance hall, large cellar, double drawing room, cloakroom, kitchen/breakfast room/ conservatory, five bedrooms, three bathrooms, front garden with off street parking and a secluded rear garden.

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Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

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Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

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Narbonne Avenue, SW4 This substantial Victorian property is situated in the much sought after Narbonne Avenue in the heart of Abbeville village. Accommodation is arranged over three floors and comprises double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, cellar, five double bedrooms and further loft room with ensuite, two bathrooms and well proportioned mature rear garden.

ÂŁ1,450,000 Â Freehold Clapham 020 8875 7995

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Views of Wandsworth Common

Unique property

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Bellevue Road, SW17 Situated in a prime location affording views across Wandsworth Common. There is a reception room, a separate dining room leading into the kitchen/ breakfast room with slate worktops and breakfast bar. Whilst the first floor bedroom and bathroom are currently as a master suite, the majority of the bedroom accommodation is arranged on the second floor together with a utility room and a roof terrace.

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Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Putney Open 2014

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

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Lewin Road, SW16 We are delighted to offer this three storey, semi detached period family home. The well thought out accommodation is exceeding two thousand two hundred square feet which has resulted in an exceptional living space that provides brilliantly for the modern family.

This highly desirable tree lined road is located opposite Streatham common and is renowned for being one of Streatham’s most picturesque Victorian streets.

ÂŁ1,300,000 Freehold Streatham 020 8677 9900

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Stunning condition Superb location

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Matham Grove, SE22 A fantastic four bedroom Victorian terraced family house in a quiet residential street off Lordship Lane. The house has many fine original features and comprises of a double-reception room with a downstairs cloakroom and a magnificent open-plan kitchen/breakfast room which has been extended to the side return and has modern kitchen units. The rear garden is approximately forty foot and is south-facing.

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Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

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Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

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Tooting 020 8767 0522

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Dawlish Avenue, SW18 A rare opportunity to purchase this five bedroom end of terrace house which has been extensively extended and benefits from a large double garage. The front reception room has dividing doors leading to the rear reception which is open plan to a recently fitted kitchen. This then leads to a conservatory and garden. Over the first and second floors are five bedrooms and two bathrooms.

ÂŁ950,000 Â Freehold Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

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Imposing family residence Great entertaining space

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Camberwell Grove, SE5 An imposing four bedroom family residence located in the leafy Camberwell Grove area. The property has been finished to an excellent standard throughout and offers great entertaining spaces both inside and out. With four large double bedrooms and four bathrooms, three reception rooms, a large kitchen/dining room, rear garden and secure underground private double garage this house should be seen to be appreciated.

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Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Putney Open 2014

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wimbledon 020 3195 9111

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Newly refurbished

Six bedroom house

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St James’s Drive, SW17 A substantial and newly refurbished six bedroom house located very close to Wandsworth Common mainline station. Having the added benefit of four bathrooms and benefitting from two reception rooms and a large kitchen breakfast room the house has more than ample entertaining space. This house is perfect for a family and should be viewed immediately to avoid disappointment.

£1,000 per week Balham 020 8675 6565

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Stunning four bedroom house Langroyd Mews, SW17 A stunning newly built four double bedroom family home located only moments from the vast green expanses of Wandsworth Common The property boasts large reception room with doors leading onto patio garden, large kitchen breakfast room with integrated appliances, four double bedrooms, downstairs W.C , three bathrooms and off street parking.

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Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Putney Open 2014

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wimbledon 020 3195 9111

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Fantastic house

Hyde Farm Balham Hydethorpe Road, SW12 This fantastic house situated in the highly sought after area Hyde Farm area of Balham is perfect for a family. The property is split over three floors and offers a delightful reception room further second reception room, stunning fitted kitchen/breakfast room with side return and larger than average private garden. There are four double bedrooms and a modern fitted bathroom suite.

£750 per week  Balham 020 8675 6565

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LONDON PROPERTY

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Long live independence!

Jacksons director Simon Scott gives his personal view When estate agents first became noticeable on the high street they were, most of the time, connected to surveying companies or planning services. Actually selling your home was the job of a qualified person who could assess its value.

It was a case of assessing the valid price of the commodity itself – the price it would cost to remake said abode or the land value on which the property stood. So for many years, valuing a property was based on fact rather than conjecture.

The term ‘estate agent’ is derived from three commonly used terms: ‘house agent’, ‘land agent’ and ‘real estate broker’. There are also records of companies employed to deal with large areas of land commonly known as ‘estates’ as far back as the 18th century. In time, ‘estates agent’ became ‘estate agent’.

Since then, of course, the role of an estate agent has changed hugely.

Gone are the days when your average agency had any links to surveying firms or actually valuing your home based on factual evidence.

The major turning point came when mortgage companies came onto the scene during the 1970s, as banks realised estate agencies were a vehicle for selling their products to new customers. But these branches could only advertise or sell properties that were linked to the banks, and were incentivised more to sell financial services than their clients’ homes.

Thus the era of the independent was born as new agencies were set up purely to sell or let properties as their main focus, and to be

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independent of banks or building society. The public took to the idea, as it emerged that customer care and service were key.

The late 1970s and early 1980s saw the opening of some of the companies who are still perceived today to be independent in the original meaning of the word. These estate agents are not intrinsically linked to banks or building societies, but there is an argument that being the subject of a corporate buy-out does not support the original ethos of independence.

When turning against the large banks and building societies, the independent firms were able to offer speed of thought, bespoke marketing, freedom of valuing, flexible fee structures, low staff turnarounds and a knowledge that was higher than their corporate competitors. Can this still be the case when you have 50 offices, 800 employees and many shareholders? Has the true meaning of independence been lost as these companies have grown?

A new era in estate agency is beginning to form where the TRUE independent estate agents are once again fighting to show what they can offer: a much larger degree of flexibility than corporate competitors.

Jacksons are committed to remaining fully independent and providing our customers with the service for which independency stands. By choosing Jacksons, you are making a choice to have more control over how you achieve the very best price with as little fuss when selling or letting your home. jacksonsestateagents.com

STS Invest provides the best value when it comes to property management services. STS Invest have evolved from building and construction background which positions us well should any works be required to your property.

We have over 15 years of experience in property management and employ only the highest quality professional managers.

STS invest maintains a high degree of owner and tenant satisfaction, resulting in consistently high levels of occupancy.

We recognise that each property and client is different so we pride ourselves on our professional but versatile approach, efficient and friendly service and we are absolutely dedicated to looking after our clientele’s interests & property.

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Noble Grade II Listed Georgian townhouse, built 1792 edging glorious gated garden square, hence everywhere is walkable -’15 mins walk to Westminster, 30 to Oxford Circus’. Flexible layout with up to 2/4 bedrooms, 4/5 receptions, 2 bathrooms and a garage. The square has played home to several cabinet ministers over the years, some Lords and one PM.

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Remodelled vicarage Roke, old English for rookery, is a Grade II listed former vicarage featuring late 18th century re-modelling in Strawberry Hill Gothic style. The classical front was added in the mid 19th Century.

The main re-modelling was carried out between 1775 and 1780 by the Rev Roope Ilbert of Bowringsleigh, the major neighbouring estate. The church sold the house in 1946 and the present owners bought it in 1968, rescuing it from collapse and bringing it back to life as an impressive five-bedroom house surrounded by 20 acres of landscaped gardens, fields and woodland. It also offers a ground floor flat and first floor nursery wing, with two bedrooms each.

Where they could be saved, the

property’s panelled doors, shuttered windows, elegant staircase, plasterwork and fireplaces remain. Gardens are filled with mature camellias, azaleas and topiary.

Roke stands on the outskirts of the village of West Alvington, one mile from Kingsbridge and six from Salcombe.

Set in rolling agricultural landscape of Devon’s famous South Hams, Roke is in a secluded location at the end of a cul-de-sac, with well-screened neighbours for security.

London 233 miles.

Roke, West Alvington, Kingsbridge, Devon, guide price £1,795,000, Marchand Petit 01548 857588, Savills Exeter 01392 455755

Complete this mill conversion Here is a rare opportunity to complete the restoration of a Grade II listed West Dorset mill house, set in one-and-a-half acres in Stoke Abbott.

Built in the early 19th century, Brimley Mill is made of local honey-coloured rubble stone walls under a pitched slate roof. It has three floors of space: half is converted and habitable, and the other half with a cast-iron water wheel – built in Beaminster in 1852 – is ripe for updating.

The mill is set in a peaceful and private location in delightful West Dorset countryside. It stands at the bottom of a track in a quiet valley and has open views.

London 146 miles.

Brimley Mill, Stoke Abbott, Dorset, guide price £695,000, Jackson-Stops & Staff 01308 423133

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Part of a once larger 15th century property, The Plains at Rattery near the South Devon market town of Totnes is a Grade II listed, south-facing cottage now carefully restored.

Upstairs, reached by a 17th century winding timber staircase, has received special attention in the renovation, with the use of oak complementing the more ancient timbers that are a part of the property’s fabric.

The property offers big stone fireplaces, exposed beams and rafters, and an excellent loft area with potential, to create more living space. The present owner has carried out the latest improvements, and

has gained planning consent for an en suite shower room and new utility area off the kitchen. Outside is a sunny and enclosed garden and parking area.

Rattery, a mile from the A38, has a well-used village hall, a parish church and a mediaeval pub. Totnes, five miles away, sits above the River Dart in the heart of the South Hams and was nominated in British Airways High Life magazine as one of the world’s top ten funky towns.

London 219 miles.

The Plains, Rattery, South Devon, £349,950, Luscombe Maye 01803 869920

Daisy’s castle view A Purbeck stone cottage is the middle property of a small terrace of three in a Grade II listed building at the end of West Street in Corfe Castle, Dorset.

Close to the Common, two-bedroom Daisy Cottage is a mile from the village square and castle ruins. Its rear garden is divided into two sections and has excellent castle views. The property includes a living room with beamed ceiling and Purbeck stone fireplace, and two dedicated parking spaces.

The cottage dates back to the 1800s and a rear extension was added in more recent times. The lower garden features a timber summerhouse.

London 121 miles.

THATCHED Fotheringhay has a place in British history as the location where Mary Queen of Scots walked the scaffold.

A refurbished, threebedroom, stone and thatched cottage in this picturesque Northamptonshire village offers two large receptions, a bespoke kitchen and two bathrooms (one en suite). It also has two walled gardens, a garage and stores.

London 85 miles.

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Daisy Cottage, West Street, Corfe Castle, Dorset, £365,000, Corbens 01929 422284

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Pool at the old pub BATH HOUSE

It’s a level walk into Bath City from a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse rich in period detail at Beaufort East in London Road.

This five-bedroom property combines elegant proportions and tall ceilings with contemporary styling.

Living space includes three receptions and a fully equipped kitchen and breakfast room. The master bedroom has a large en suite bathroom and separate dressing room.

The lower ground level has a self-contained apartment and vaults, and the property also has a secure and landscaped rear garden.

London 113 miles.

Beaufort East, London Road, Bath, £1.15m, Pritchards 01225 466225

Close to the village of Wisborough Green in West Sussex, Foxhounds was a pub until around 30 years ago, when it was converted into a superb home with high ceilings, large windows and open fireplaces.

Almost 4000 sq ft of space includes a traditional entrance hall with a staircase and wood-burning stove.

This area opens into the main receptions: drawing room and sitting room – both with open fireplaces – dining room, and kitchen and breakfast room. There’s also a utility room, family room, rear lobby, study, cloakroom and cellar.

On the first floor, the dual aspect master bedroom has an en suite bathroom and there are four more bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property also

has an annexe with sitting room, bedroom and en suite shower.

Outside, the large gravel entrance drive provides ample parking and leads to a two-car open bay garage with storage above, workshop and large store or additional garage space.

The mature garden has a heated swimming pool, and beyond you’ll find an office and a stable block with two loose boxes, a store and a paddock. The property extends to almost two-and-a-half acres.

London 40 miles Foxhounds, Wisborough Green, West Sussex, guide price £1.4m, Peter Hughes 01798 344554

Hall has 62 acres Occupying a secluded setting in a fold in the landscape next to the River Lox and the Wey and Arun Canal, Brewhurst House is a double-aisle hall house dating from the 15th century.

Fine period features include leaded light windows, exposed oak beams, wall timbers and high ceilings. A variety of flooring includes stone, parquet and wide wooden boards, and the home has a superb inglenook fireplace and an oak staircase in the reception hall.

Set in 62 acres of grounds, this Grade II listed country house in Loxwood comes with formal and informal gardens and superb equestrian facilities.

It also has a two-bedroom annexe, and a cottage currently arranged as two one-bed flats.

London 44 miles.

Brewhurst House, Loxwood, West Sussex, guide price £3m, Grantley 01483 893939, Knight Frank 1403 339180

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A redbrick pathway leads to the front door beneath a majestic old yew tree at Deer Lane Cottage, a couple of miles from Lymington, popular sailing resort on the southern edge of the New Forest.

The original part of the four-bed property in the Hampshire village of Boldre dates back to around 1720. The front door opens into a porch with pine windows, leaded lights and tiled floor. An inner front stable leads to the dining hall – with beamed ceiling – and on to a conservatory featuring restored windows with leaded lights and a glass pitched roof.

A beautiful oak door leads you to the sitting room with an exposed beam ceiling and magnificent inglenook fireplace with fire grate and canopy. Sliding patio doors lead to the gardens of just over a third of an acre.

The cottage-style kitchen is fitted with a two-oven Aga set in an inglenook recess with oak beam above and exposed brickwork. Integrated appliances include a Panasonic microwave, Bosch electric oven and fourring gas hob and Miele dishwasher. It has an island unit and a breakfast area with a bay window that looks out across the gardens.

A study or office above the double garage and workshop, which has a wine store at the rear, is fitted out with office furniture and overlooks the garden. A brick terrace runs the full width of the property, and

sloping lawns leading down to the boundary are dispersed with specimen trees. Two timber gates open into a brick-paved driveway with turn-round area.

London 95 miles.

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Cottage in shade of the old yew tree Deer Lane Cottage, Boldre Lane, Boldre, Lymington, Hampshire £1.05m, Caldwells 01590 675875

“This enchanting country cottage is nestled in beautifully landscaped gardens and within easy reach of Lymington” Jeremy Caldwell, director, Caldwells

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An exceptional Listed Grade II marine residence in an elevated position with panoramic views.

Principal house comprising 3 reception rooms, 6 bedrooms, 4 bath/shower rooms •Two 3 bedroom •apartments •Gardens, formal lawns, pergola, sun terraces •Tennis court, croquet lawn, dovecote, summerhouse and pavilion •In all about 2.20 acres •As a whole or possibly in 3 lots

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Retreat to England’s beautiful shires Only 60 minutes by train to London

Offices in Corby ◆ Kettering ◆ Market Harborough sales@hendersonconnellan.co.uk

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£595,000

Ashcroft House, Loddington

This impressive extended detached Northamptonshire stone residence occupies an enviable position within the heart of Loddington. The high specification interior is combined with epic proportions including four/five very good sized bedrooms. The mature wrap around gardens are extensive with an oversized double garage to the rear. A unique and very substantial village home.

Kettering 01536 417888

Country classic

£335,000

Natural stone built detached house offers beautifully arranged accommodation including a living room, dining room, kitchen, separate utility which leads into the integral double garage. There are four bedrooms, en suite and principal bathroom.

Outside offers a driveway parking and an enclosed rear garden.

Corby 01536 409717

The Old Bakehouse, Cranford

£550,000

This stunning Grade II listed thatched cottage is set back from the village lane, sits within its own grounds and enjoys sensational views to the front over neighbouring park land. The characterful interior is spacious and is finished to an exquisite standard.

Kettering 01536 417888

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This beautifully presented and recently refurbished, three bedroom cottage enjoys a lovely location with peace and tranquillity.

It is just 5 minutes from the centre of Beaulieu and approximately 15 minutes from the sailing town of Lymington.

ÂŁ825,000 For more information please contact Julian or Jeremy Caldwell on 01590 675875

Beaufort House, 69 High Street, Lymington, Hampshire S041 9AL T: 01590 675875 W: www.caldwells.uk.com E: sales@caldwells.uk.com

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HENLEY-ON-THAMES A choice of two brand new five bedroom, four bathroom family homes situated in this desirable location within walking distance of the town centre and finished to a high specification throughout.

Spacious Entrance Halls; Sitting Room with Fireplaces; Family Room; Spacious Family Kitchen/Breakfast/Dining Rooms; Utility Room; Five Bedrooms; Four Bathrooms; Gas Central Heating; Driveway Parking; Good Sized Rear Gardens with Sheds; 10 yr. NHBC. EPC rating B. Guide Price ÂŁ1,295,000 Freehold

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HENLEY-ON-THAMES RIVERSIDE A Victorian coaching house believed to have been constructed c.1880 and occupying a mature riverside plot which benefits from a 45’ mooring and a slipway to the River Thames, located within easy walking distance of the town centre and station.

Sitting Room; Snug; Kitchen/Breakfast Room; Utility Room; Cloakroom; Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room; Two Further Double Bedrooms; Study/Bedroom Four; Family Bathroom; Detached Double Garage; Mature Riverside Gardens; Mooring & Slipway; Gas Central Heating; Double Glazed Replacement Windows Throughout. EPC rating E. Guide Price £1,100,000 Freehold

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Delightful Stone Barn BYWORTH, WEST SUSSEX - £825,000

Immaculate Mews House NR PETWORTH, WEST SUSSEX - £550,000

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4 beds • Bathroom • Shower room • Sitting room with vaulted ceiling Dining area • Kitchen • Landing/study/sitting area • Separate wc Study • Utility room • Integral garage • Pretty walled garden Two storey granary comprising: sitting room, bedroom/office & shower room

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Stunning parkland setting at the foot of the South Downs 3 beds • 2 baths (1 ensuite) • Double reception room • Cloakroom Kitchen/breakfast room • Attic • South facing terrace • 2 parking spaces Direct access to acres of formal gardens, grounds, parkland & use of tennis courts

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Peter Hughes country property

Secluded Rural Setting NR PULBOROUGH, WEST SUSSEX - £2,175,000

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6 beds • 3 baths (1 ensuite) • 4 receps • Cloakroom • Utility room Kitchen/breakfast room • Double garage with office & annexe Swimming pool & pool house • Formal gardens, vegetable garden etc Meadow, paddocks & stables • Boating & trout fishing lake • About 7.65 acres

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Daymer Dunes, Wadebridge, Cornwall

Offers in excess of ÂŁ2,250,000

Superbly presented family property in exclusive coastal position with spectacular views in sought after private location 5 minutes walk from Daymer Bay. During the last 25 years the owners of Daymer Dunes have re modeled the property to a substantial 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom 4 reception room family residence which takes full advantage of the stunning views across St Enodoc golf course, Brea Hill and out to the estuary while the substantial mature South facing garden is private and tranquil.

A particular feature is that the property invites the occupants out onto its numerous decked and paved areas with all the main rooms having external doors out to these areas. Aside from the front door there are three other entrances all via porches, one to the kitchen, one to the dining area and a third to the large boot room.

Excellent Quality Fixtures And Fittings | Views Of Golf Course, Brea Hill And Estuary | Large Secluded Plantsmans Garden | Off Daymer Lane | Full Description

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Ty-Ros Vean, Rock, Cornwall

Offers in the region of ÂŁ495,000

This sympathetically renovated traditional period cottage is situated close to the center of Rock in a tranquil and secluded position with lovely views over the surrounding countryside.

Sitting Room With Open Fire | Spacious Well Fitted Kitchen | Ground Floor Shower Room | 4 Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | Splendid Slate Paved Patio | Level Sheltered And Secluded Garden | Oil Fired Central Heating | Upvc Double Glazing | Detached Garage And Driveway With Parking | Epc Rating D

Darwin, New Polzeath

Asking Price ÂŁ1,200,000

Darwin is a stunning ecologically friendly energy saving high quality individual reversed accommodation property situated in New Polzeath 7 miles from Wadebridge and approximately 3 miles from Rock.

First Floor Open Plan Living Area With Stunning Views. | 5 Minutes Walk To The Beach | 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Property | Ground Source Heat Pump With Under Floor Heating | Photo Voltaic Panels Generating Electricity | Solar Hot Water Heating Panels | Mechanical Ventilation With Heat Exchange System

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Pangbourne 0118 984 4444 4a Station Road Pangbourne RG8 7AN

Tidmarsh, Berkshire

£1,200,000

Stunning character property with over 3,600 sq ft/339 sq m of accommodation. Set in large mature gardens stretching down to the banks of the River Pang and within easy reach of Pangbourne mainline station (London Paddington within 45 mins), M4, M40 and A34.

Open plan kitchen/family room | garden room | dining room | sitting room | study | gymnasium | master bedroom with en-suite bathroom | dressing room and balcony | 3 further double bedrooms: 2 en-suite | family bathroom

Tutts Clump, Berkshire

£785,000

Delightful period 300 year old detached cottage with lovely views, sympathetically extended to offer over 2000 sq ft accommodation. Set within 0.33 acres of country gardens in a rural West Berkshire hamlet yet only 10 minutes’ drive from mainline railway station (London Paddington within 45 mins) and M4 motorway.

Kitchen/breakfast room | dining room | study/family room | 25’ sitting room with inglenook fireplace | utility room | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | detached single garage

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Pangbourne 0118 984 4444 4a Station Road Pangbourne RG8 7AN

Hampstead Norreys, Berkshire

ÂŁ675,000 Price Guide

Fine Queen Ann Grade II listed village house reputedly dating back to 1725. Set within picturesque large mature grounds, with the River Pang running through the garden and views over open countryside. Excellent school catchment. 15 mins drive to 2 mainline rail stations, (London Paddington within 45 mins), easy access to M4, A34 Entrance hall | kitchen | sitting room | dining room | master bedroom with en-suite | 2 further double bedrooms | Outside: pretty mature gardens with bridge over the River Pang, folly and detached garage

Purley-on-Thames, Berkshire

ÂŁ695,000 Price Guide

Character detached cottage, believed to date back to 1600 with later additions, set in established south westerly country gardens and with views over the Thames Valley. On the edge of open countryside, yet highly convenient location only 5 mins drive from mainline station (London Paddington 45 mins) and 10 mins from J12 M4.

Sitting room | dining room | kitchen | utility room | master bedroom suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom | 3 further bedrooms | family bathroom Outside: beautiful landscaped gardens | double garage and parking

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This semi-detached Victorian house, formerly a Coastguard cottage, is well located in a fine location adjacent to Durston Country Park, Swanage and commands views over Durlston Bay from the upper floors. Stylishly light and airy, the property has been improved and extended in recent years and boasts many quality features including: ‣ LARGE LIVING ROOM & 2ND RECEPTION ROOM ‣ IMPRESSIVE KITCHEN/DINING ROOM ‣ 4 DOUBLE BEDROOMS

‣ BATHROOM & SHOWER ROOM

‣ GARDEN & ENCLOSED COURTYARD

‣ SCOPE TO CREATE OFF ROAD PARKING ‣ VIEWS OF THE SEA

‣ £575,000 ‣ Corbens Estate Agents 01929 422284 ‣ www.corbens.co.uk Exceptionally spacious semi-detached Victorian house situated in the centre of Swanage approximately 100 metres from the town square and sea front. Taunton House was built in 1866 and we are informed by the current owner that the house was owned for more than 80 years by a cousin of Thomas Hardy. Features include: ‣ SPACIOUS & WELL PROPORTIONED ACCOMMODATION ‣ 2 RECEPTION ROOMS

‣ 7 BEDROOMS & 2 LARGE ATTIC ROOMS ‣ PERIOD FIREPLACES

‣ GLIMPSES OF THE SEA FROM THE UPPER FLOORS ‣ SCOPE TO CHANGE TO A BOUTIQUE HOTEL ‣ AMPLE PARKING

‣ £595,000 ‣ Corbens Estate Agents, 01929 422284 ‣ www.corbens.co.uk

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Attractive triplex unit in prestigious location commanding panoramic views over Swanage Bay. Living room with balcony, kitchen/dining room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, twin integral car ports, communal landscaped garden. ‣ £419,950 ‣ Corbens Estate Agents 01929 422284

Outstanding luxury ground floor flat in prestigious development at South Swanage, Dorset close to the Downs and Durlston Country Park. Open plan living, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, terrace, parking. ‣ £299,950 ‣ Corbens Estate Agents, 01929 422284 ‣ www.corbens.co.uk Outstanding detached chalet style house of contemporary design in semi-rural position. Living room, kitchen/dining room, conservatory, 3 en-suite bedrooms, large galleried landing & attic room, garden, double garage, parking. ‣ £550,000 ‣ Corbens Estate Agents 01929 422284 ‣ www.corbens.co.uk

Superior detached Edwardian house with spacious accommodation and commanding outstanding views over Swanage Bay. 3 reception rooms,conservatory, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garden, 2 parking spaces. ‣ £550,000 ‣ Corbens Estate Agents, 01929 422284 ‣ www.corbens.co.uk Corbens OUTPUT.indd 2

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Guiting Power An extended Cotswold stone house, with a self-contained annexe, in a highly sought after Cotswold village.

Hall, sitting room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and cloakroom. Master bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom, bedroom two with en-suite bathroom, two further bedrooms and family bathroom. Annexe with sitting room, kitchen, shower room, bedroom and cloakroom. Pretty gardens and ample parking.

Guide Price ÂŁ995,000 Moreton in Marsh Office 01608 651188

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Chipping Campden A superbly presented period Grade II Listed town house.

Dining hall, study, kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room, ground floor cloakroom, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, 2 further bedrooms and bathroom. Delightful walled garden.

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Shalden, Hampshire 4 Bedrooms | En suite bathroom | Shower room | Attic bedrooms | Drawing room |

Built in the 1930’s as a ‘gentleman

Study | Kitchen/breakfast room | Cloakroom | Family room | Games room/home office

solicitors’ country home, this flexible

Separate annexe | 2 Stable blocks | Tennis court | Swimming pool

family house has stood the test of time

Garden, paddocks and woodland in all about 7.75 acres (3.14ha)

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Guide Price: ÂŁ1,100,000

Master bedroom with en suite shower room I 2 Further bedrooms I Family bathroom

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Annexe bedroom/office and shower room I Drawing room I Study I Kitchen/breakfast room

rural setting with panoramic views to

Cloakroom I Utility room I Workshop/store I Double garage with attic above

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DARTINGTON, South Devon An exceptional Grade II listed farmhouse standing in the centre of its 10.69 acres of land with an outstanding 2 bedroom barn conversion, a range of outbuildings including an unconverted traditional stone barn, walled vegetable and fruit gardens and orchard – all with superb southerly views. No EPC required. Web Ref 77996 Guide Price £1,350,000

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EAST ALLINGTON, South Devon Located in an idyllic rural location 4 miles out of Kingsbridge, this wonderful property is surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside. A detached 5 bedroom house with separate 3 bedroom annexe standing in the grounds of approximately 4 acres with stables and yard, garden and great views. EPC Ratings: House D - The Gatehouse B. Web Ref 70169 Guide Price £1,400,000

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NEAR KINGSBRIDGE, South Devon A magnificently restored 5 bedroom listed 17th Century Manor house, with integral 2 bedroom cottage and 1 bedroom studio flat surrounded by mature gardens including formal parterre. Courtyard of outbuildings with planning permission for conversion into four residential dwellings, pasture, woodland and orchard, in all about 33 acres. No EPC required. Web Ref 20252 Guide Price ÂŁ3,000,000

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DARTMOUTH, South Devon A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented 5 bedroom waterfront property comprising light and spacious accommodation, private dock and garden, lift access, central town garaging and magnificent views over the River Dart, Kingswear and out to sea. JSA Knight Frank. EPC Rating D. Web Ref 43583 Guide Price ÂŁ2,000,000

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BOOTH&CO ‘St Michaels’

Wareham, Dorset, BH20

£650,000

An exquisite Grade II listed Georgian town house of rare quality and character, thought to have been constructed in the mid 1700’s. The property has undergone extensive renovation during the stewardship of the current owners. St Michaels is situated close to the heart of Wareham and is in easy walking distance of the town’s shops, eateries and Wareham Quay.

The property features: Hall, Shower/Cloakroom, Sitting Room, Large Kitchen and Dining Room, Boot Room, 5/6 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms arranged over the First and Second Floor with one of the rooms offering the option of either a sixth bedroom or a study. Further features comprise large Cellar, Private Rear Garden, Garage, Gas Fired Central Heating.

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REGENT’S PARK Overlooking Regent’s Park, Stanley House forms part of a fully restored Nash terrace on the Outer Circle in the park’s south-west corner.

More than 8050 sq ft of living space featuring contemporary interiors is arranged over five floors at this magnificent £20,000-per-week home with six bedrooms, seven en suite bathrooms, and five receptions.

Less than 400 yards from Marylebone High Street, the lavishly furnished property in Cornwall Terrace has a 31ft first floor reception with park views, a media room, and a master bedroom with his-and-hers bathrooms and dressing rooms. An integral garage is accessed through a private gated rear mews at the rear.

Stanley House, Cornwall Terrace, Regent’s Park NW1, £20,000 per week furnished, Savills 020 3043 3611

Lettings Lowdown Special report by Ruth Barr, head of Lettings at Knight Frank Wimbledon As the sales market continues to gain pace, many tenants are having to rent as home ownership is out of their reach financially.

Private tenants look for stability and in some cases will negotiate a lower rent, with a guaranteed period on either side, to ensure they are not forced to move. Fixing rents for 24 months has become more prevalent for private tenants as they look to safeguard their outgoings, much like fixing a mortgage rate, so there are no nasty surprises in a year’s time.

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We are aware of one blue-chip oil company that will be bringing more than 50 employees to London this year, many of them to Wimbledon. Will there be enough stock to fuel their demands? Certainly some accidental landlords who entered the market in the last five years have finally sold their properties after taking advantage of the strong sales market.

Will we also see an exodus from some overseas landlords who hold property here but may look to sell as capital gains tax changes come into force in April 2014? If supply is affected, rental prices may rise, but I do expect this to be tempered by costconscious private tenants who shop around, and companies who stick rigidly to their budgets.

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Cadogan Place SW1 £4,300,000 This rare three-bedroom, split-level garden apartment is situated within a fine period building in the heart of one of Knightsbridge’s finest garden squares. Arranged over the raised and lower ground floors of a stunning period building, the property boasts a stylish interior with high ceilings throughout, comprising a beautiful reception room, a superb kitchen, dining room, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en suite), a magnificent private garden and access to communnal gardens. Leasehold. EPC=D. Joint Sole Agent.

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Bramham Gardens SW5 ÂŁ4,300,000 This very rare un-modernised lateral apartment boasts approx. 2,540 sqft of living space with stunning south facing views over a one-acre private garden square in SW5. The bright entertaining rooms sit to the front of the building with direct views over the beautiful gardens. The bedroom accommodation is located to the rear of the building and comprises four large double bedrooms served by two en suite bathrooms, a communal bathroom and a separate WC. Leasehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.

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Oakwood Court W14 £2,300,000 A beautifully designed and finished three-bedroom apartment on the fourth floor of a sought after portered block located close to the amenities of Kensington High Street and Holland Park Avenue. Well proportioned throughout and benefitting from superb views over Oakwood Court Garden Square, the apartment comprises a large reception room, separate kitchen with dining area, three double bedrooms and two indulgent bathrooms. Leasehold. EPC=D. Joint Sole Agent.

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Ovington Square SW3 £2,100,000 Situated on a highly sought after garden square within a well maintained period property, lies this beautifully proportioned apartment. The property itself has been finished to the highest of standards and comprises a spacious reception room, a modern fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en suite) and a stunning private garden. With access to lovely communal gardens (subject to approval), this property is ideal for those looking to acquire a strong, tangible asset in one of London’s most desirable locations. Share of Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.

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Finborough Road SW10 £1,350,000 The property is immaculately presented and has been beautifully renovated by the current owner. The accommodation is arranged over two floors with both large double bedrooms and bathroom on the raised ground floor and the extremely generous double reception/dining room and kitchen on the ground level leading out to a private 35.5ft garden that has has been very well cared for. Leasehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.

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Tavistock Road W11 £900,000 This stunning property boasts superb natural light throughout, and comprises a wonderful reception room with a high-vaulted ceiling and several skylights, a separate kitchen/breakfast room, a large master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a guest bedroom and further bathroom. Share of Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.

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Cadogan Road SW10 £2,500 per week Located on a prestigious garden square this superb apartment is presented in immaculate condition throughou. Boasting a bright reception room with high ceilings, a generous eat-in kitchen with direct access to communal gardens, a large master suite with an en suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms (one en suite) and an additional shower room.

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Navern Mansions SW5 £1,450 per week This is a truly stunning and special apartment; an oasis in central London. The flat comprises a fully fitted state of the art eatin kitchen, a large double reception room surrounded by a beautiful and tranquil garden, which let in incredible amounts of natural sunlight, two double bedrooms with custom built wardrobes and stylish en suite bathrooms. EPC=D EARLS COURT: 020 7835 0620 lets.ect@marshandparsons.co.uk Tenant fees apply, see www.marshandparsons.co.uk/services/lettings/tenant-fees for more information.

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