PR C&SW Aug 2012

REVIEW LONDON PROPERTY

Exclusive London homes for sale & rent AUGUST 2012

Chelsea Where Emily played

Art spaces Studios of natural light

Star-struck Roger Moore came to dinner

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CELEBRATING THE LAND OF

HOME & GLORY There’s no better city to be living in right now. This is London at its very best, showing why it is one of the world’s great cities.

Here is a selection of properties Savills has sold and let recently. To put your property on show, talk to Savills.

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Chesterfield Street, W1 Guide £10.75 million Mayfair 020 7578 5100

Lansdowne Road, W11 Guide £6.95 million Kensington 020 7535 3300

West Eaton Place, SW1 Guide £5.975 million Sloane Street 020 7730 0822

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Ennismore Gardens, SW7 Guide £5.95 million Knightsbridge 020 7581 5234

Courtfield Gardens, SW5 Guide £4.85 million Chelsea 020 7578 9000

Hurlingham Gardens, SW6 Guide £2.95 million Fulham 020 7731 9400

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One Hyde Park, SW1 Guide £25,000 per week Knightsbridge 020 7584 8585

Cranley Place, SW7 Guide £6,500 per week Chelsea 020 7578 9000

Vicarage Gardens, W8 Guide £3,950 per week Kensington 020 7535 3333

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To find one of the 24 London offices that is closest to you, visit savills.co.uk.

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MARKET VIEW Outside space. A roof terrace is a huge attraction whatever the weather, reports Robert Bailey.

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NEWS Haven help us. Strong demand from overseas investors is sustaining prices, reports Cheryl Markosky.

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FINANCE The feeling is mutual. More borrowers have been turning to building societies, according to latest statistics.

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

NEWS Parent power. The Bank of Mum and Dad has been buying investment homes for their offspring at university.

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FINANCE Trickle effect. ‘Unlimited funds’ offer by the Bank of England may help home loans, reports Duncan Farmer.

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REVIEW property

PUBLISHING Advertising John Wilson 07931 523107 EDITORIAL Editor Bob Stonebridge 01536 330314 editorial@propertyreview.org.uk Contributors Cheryl Markosky Duncan Farmer Robert Bailey

FOR SALE & TO RENT

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Cover Photo: © Maksym Gorpenyuk – www.fotolia.com

MAYFAIR, BELGRAVIA, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, CHELSEA, SOUTH KENSINGTON The art of light and space. The unconventional house of an art collector and former fashion brand PR director is two artists’ studios joined into one.

DESIGN & PRODUCTION Caroline Nall 01536 418181 pr@typestart.co.uk Typestart Limited, 1 Rothwell Grange Court, Rothwell Road, Kettering, Northants NN16 8FB www.typestart.co.uk

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KENSINGTON, NOTTING HILL, PADDINGTON, HOLLAND PARK, FULHAM, BROOK GREEN Star-struck.

Roger Moore, Omar Sharif and a host of other movie legends were wined and dined in this model pad.

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RENTALS Licence campaign. With many more people renting, the time is right to press for well-qualified and licensed letting agents.

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1 A DUAL ASPECT CORNER HOUSE IN A PRIME BELGRAVIA MEWS wilton mews, sw1 Entrance hall ø drawing room ø dining room ø playroom ø kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø bedroom 2 with en suite bathroom ø bedroom 3/study ø bathroom ø cloakroom ø 3 vaults ø 182 sq m (1,964 sq ft)

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Savills Sloane Street

Savills Knightsbridge

Tom Lamb tlamb@savills.com

Matthew Morton-Smith mmsmith@savills.com

020 7730 0822

020 7581 5234

Guide £2.75 million Freehold

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1 AN ELEGANT GRADE II LISTED PERIOD HOUSE WITH PLANNING eaton terrace, sw1 Proposed: reception room ø dining room ø study ø kitchen/ breakfast room ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø 4 further bedrooms (2 with en suite shower rooms) ø family bathroom ø utility room/kitchenette ø gym ø linen room ø bin store and plant room ø garden ø 297 sq m (3,200 sq ft) Guide £5.5 million Freehold

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Savills Knightsbridge

Tom Lamb tlamb@savills.com

Matthew Morton-Smith mmsmith@savills.com

020 7730 0822

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1 SEVENTH FLOOR PENTHOUSE WITH SUPERB VIEWS OF HYDE PARK clarendon place, w2 35' reception room ø open plan kitchen ø 2 bedrooms (1 en suite shower room) ø bathroom ø terrace overlooking Hyde Park ø off-street parking space ø lift ø porter ø 111 sq m (1,200 sq ft)

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Beauchamp Estates

Charles Lloyd clloyd@savills.com

Paul Finch paul@beauchamp.co.uk

020 7578 5100

020 7722 9793

Guide £2.5 million Leasehold, approximately 140 years remaining

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1 BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS LATERAL APARTMENT WITH FANTASTIC VIEWS lennox gardens, sw1 Entrance hall ø reception room ø kitchen ø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø 2nd bedroom ø shower room ø balcony ø lift ø 138 sq m (1,483 sq ft)

Guide £3.45 million Leasehold, approximately 132 years remaining

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Savills Knightsbridge

Christian Warman cgwarman@savills.com

Alex Christian achristian@savills.com

020 7730 0822

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1 BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED APARTMENT WITH WONDERFUL HIGH CEILINGS sloane gardens, sw1 Reception room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø utility room ø master bedroom suite with dressing room and bathroom ø 2 further bedrooms ø bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø direct access to communal gardens ø resident caretaker ø 177 sq m (1,904 sq ft)

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Savills Knightsbridge

Tom Wilson twilson@savills.com

Katie Rumbellow krumbellow@savills.com

020 7730 0822

020 7581 5234

Guide £3.4 million Leasehold, approximately 123 years remaining

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A BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS APARTMENT IN SOHO dean street, w1 2 bedrooms (1 with en suite bathroom) ø reception room ø kitchen ø study/ 3rd bedroom ø bathroom ø patio ø 133 sq m (1,427 sq ft) £1,375 per week Furnished

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020 7578 5101

A BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED MAISONETTE IN THE HEART OF MAYFAIR aldford street, w1 3 bedrooms (1 with en suite bathroom) ø reception room ø dining room ø kitchen ø bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø terrace ø 183 sq m (1,968 sq ft) £2,500 per week Furnished

Savills Mayfair Guy Bradshaw gbradshaw@savills.com

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PRINCES GARDENS, sw7

HANS STREET, sw1

Double bedroom ø open plan reception room ø eat-in kitchen ø 2 bathrooms ø lift ø 84 sq m (904 sq ft)

2 bedrooms ø double reception room ø kitchen ø bathroom ø 112 sq m (1,212 sq ft)

£660 per week Furnished

£980 per week Furnished

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Savills Knightsbridge cjcox@savills.com 020 7584 8585

PONT STREET, sw1

PRINCES GATE, sw7

3 double bedrooms (1 en suite) ø reception room ø kitchen ø family bathroom ø 116 sq m (1,249 sq ft)

2 double bedrooms (1 en suite) ø reception room ø kitchen ø bathroom ø lift ø roof terrace ø 132 sq m (1,424 sq ft)

£1,100 per week Unfurnished

£1,375 per week Furnished

Savills Knightsbridge swalmesley@savills.com 020 7584 8585

Savills Knightsbridge cjcox@savills.com 020 7584 8585

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PONT STREET MEWS, sw1

CLABON MEWS, sw1

3 bedrooms (1 en suite) ø reception room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø family bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø off-street parking ø 2 terraces ø 136 sq m (1,461 sq ft)

3 double bedrooms (2 en suite) ø 2 reception rooms ø kitchen ø 2 bathrooms ø decked terrace ø garage ø 257 sq m (2,766 sq ft)

£1,600 per week Unfurnished

£2,000 per week Unfurnished

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Savills Knightsbridge swalmesley@savills.com 020 7584 8585

MONTPELIER PLACE,

TREVOR SQUARE, sw7

3 double bedrooms (1 en suite) ø 2 reception rooms ø dining room ø kitchen ø family bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø terrace ø patio garden ø 175 sq m (1,889 sq ft)

2 double en suite bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø guest cloakroom ø lift ø shared patio ø underground parking ø 24hr porter ø 149 sq m (1,610 sq ft)

£2,500 per week Unfurnished

£2,750 per week Furnished

Savills Knightsbridge swalmesley@savills.com 020 7584 8585

Savills Knightsbridge swalmesley@savills.com 020 7584 8585

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Grosvenor Crescent Mews, Belgravia SW1 Stunning mews house with rare private garden

A three bedroom mews house with an elegant first floor drawing room, spacious kitchen/ breakfast room with an adjoining sitting area leading to a rear private garden. Master bedroom suite, 2 further bedrooms both with en suite bathrooms, drawing room, dining room, kitchen/ breakfast room, sitting area, cloakroom, garden, garage, mews parking.

Approximately 192 sq m (2,069 sq ft) Leasehold: Approximately 59 years remaining. Lease expires 23.06.2071 Guide price: ÂŁ4,250,000

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KnightFrank.co.uk/Knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8600 KnightFrank.co.uk/Belgravia belgravia@knightfrank.com 020 7881 7722

(SLA120023)

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Rutland Gate, Knightsbridge SW7 A spacious three bedroom lateral apartment

Situated in the heart of Knightsbridge this is a third floor apartment benefitting from views towards Hyde Park. Master bedroom suite, 2 further bedrooms, further bathroom, 43 ft reception/dining room, kitchen, cloakroom, surround sound, HD televisions, security system, direct lift access, resident caretaker. Approximately 175 sq m (1,894 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/Knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8600

Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ4,450,000 (SLA120167)

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Grosvenor Waterside, Pimlico SW1 Fantastic Apartment

An excellent dock facing apartment in Hepworth Court, Grosvenor Waterside. Benefits include wooden flooring and comfort cooling throughout. There is onsite concierge, parking and leisure facilities. 2 bedrooms, reception room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, balcony, lift, 24 hour security and concierge. Approximately 75 sq m (807 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/Riverside riverside@knightfrank.com 020 3597 7670

Leasehold Guide price: ÂŁ1,050,000 (RVR120075)

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Gloucester Walk, Kensington W8

A beautiful maisonette with both private and communal gardens A stunning maisonette with generous entertaining space which has been refurbished to create an excellent family home. Master bedroom suite with dressing area and bathroom, 3Â further bedrooms, 3 further bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, cloakroom, 2 patios, private and communal gardens. Approximately 279sq m (3,013sq ft) Share of Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ5,600,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Kensington kens@knightfrank.com 020 7938 4311 JSA: Domus Nova info@domusnova.com 020 7727 1717

(KEN120142)

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Bryanston Square, Marylebone W1

A two/three bedroom duplex apartment on garden square A beautiful interior designed two/three bedroom duplex apartment of Georgian proportions with grand ceiling heights of almost four metres. 2 bedroom suites both with access onto the private terrace, reception room, dining room (potential 3rd bedroom), kitchen/breakfast room, utility area, guest cloakroom, live in caretaker. Approximately 167 sq m (1,800 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/Marylebone marylebone@knightfrank.com 020 7483 8349

Leasehold 94 years approximately Guide price: ÂŁ3,200,000

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Chesham Street, Belgravia SW1 Two bedroom lateral apartment

A newly refurbished two bedroom lateral apartment situated on the lower ground floor of this white stucco fronted building. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, further bedroom, further shower room, reception room, kitchen, study/media room, guest cloakroom, laundry room, wine store, garden. Approximately 102 sq m (1,099 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/Belgravia belgravia@knightfrank.com 020 7881 7722

Leasehold 138 years approximately Guide price: ÂŁ1,395,000 (BGV120044)

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Savoy Court, Covent Garden WC2 Contemporary two bedroom apartment

A meticulously refurbished apartment located in a secure portered building adjacent to the renowned Savoy Hotel. Optional services provided by the Savoy include housekeeping, concierge services and membership to the Savoy fitness centre. Master bedroom suite, further bedroom, further bathroom, reception room, kitchen, air conditioning. Approximately 111 sq m (1,196 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/Mayfair mayfair@knightfrank.com 020 8166 7484

Leasehold 92 years approximately Guide price: ÂŁ2,200,000 (WER120157)

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Lauriston Road, Wimbledon SW19

Magnificent Victorian House A beautiful detached late Victorian house in one of Wimbledon’s premier roads. 6 bedrooms (2 en suite), 2 family bathrooms, drawing room, dining room, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, studio/bedroom 7, cellar, garden, garage, off street parking. Approximately 507 sq m (5,460 sq ft) including garage and eaves Freehold Guide price £6,500,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB120162)

Clockhouse Close, Wimbledon SW19 Unique family home

One of Wimbledon’s most impressive residences with great quality and style. Master bedroom suite, 7 further bedroom suites, drawing room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, family room, cinema room, guest flat, staff accommodation, indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, garden, parking.

Approximately 1,262sq m (13,590 sq ft) Freehold Guide price £8,000,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB080165)

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Redcliffe Square, Chelsea SW10

Unique one bedroom flat A wonderfully light south facing penthouse flat (with lift).The property has one bedroom and is configured in a duplex layout.

Presented in excellent condition, the flat would suit either an investor or someone looking for a pied-a-terre. Bedroom, shower room, reception room, kitchen, lift.

Approximately 51 sq m (551 sq ft) Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ750,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Chelsea chelsea@knightfrank.com 020 7349 4300 (CHL120111)

Oakley Street, Chelsea SW3 Excellent condition

Presented in good condition throughout, this is a wonderfully bright two bedroom, two bathroom flat. The property boasts an abundance of natural light with pleasant aspects at both the front and rear. Bedroom with en suite shower room, bedroom 2, bathroom, reception room, kitchen.

Approximately 55 sq m (600 sq ft) Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ795,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Chelsea chelsea@knightfrank.com 020 7349 4300 (CHL120103)

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Elm Park Gardens, Chelsea SW10

Refurbished one bedroom flat A beautifully refurbished and generously proportioned one bedroom flat on the ground and lower ground floors of a period, red brick building. The property enjoys views over well-kept communal gardens. Bedroom with dressing area, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, communal garden. Approximately 68 sq m (730 sq ft) Leasehold approximately 66 years remaining Guide price: ÂŁ860,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Chelsea chelsea@knightfrank.com 020 7349 4300 (CHL110254)

Redcliffe Place, Chelsea SW10

Stunning freehold maisonette Presented in good condition throughout, this duplex apartment benefits from superb entertaining space and a large roof terrace.

Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, bedroom 2, bathroom, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, study area, cloakroom, roof terrace (not demised). Approximately 135 sq m (1,460 sq ft) Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ1,925,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Chelsea chelsea@knightfrank.com 020 7349 4300 (CHL120197)

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Gloucester Square, Hyde Park W2 Garden square location

An elegant lateral apartment on the first floor of a portered block with outstanding views over the communal gardens of Gloucester Square. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, dining room, kitchen, guest cloakroom, balcony, 2 garages, lift, porterage, access to communal gardens.

Approximately 176 sq m (1,900 sq ft) Share of Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ3,800,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/HydePark hydepark@knightfrank.com 020 3544 2487 (HPE120071)

Porchester Gate, Hyde Park W2 Panoramic views

A stunning lateral south facing apartment beautifully presented throughout located on the 8th floor of this handsome portered block with outstanding views across Hyde Park.

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, dining room, kitchen, guest cloakroom, terrace, lift, porter. Approximately 216 sq m (2,327 sq ft) Leasehold Guide price: ÂŁ5,750,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/HydePark hydepark@knightfrank.com 020 3544 2487 (HPE120101)

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Marshall Street, Soho W1 Stunning penthouse

This newly developed loft style apartment is perfectly placed in fashionable Soho and offers stylish space for entertaining and relaxing, along with the latest in modern living. Master bedroom suite with dressing room, further bedroom suite, cloakroom, open plan reception room with fully integrated kitchen, lift and 24 hr concierge.

Approximately 148 sq m (1,593 sq ft) Leasehold 995 years approximately Guide price: ÂŁ2,500,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Mayfair mayfair@knightfrank.com 020 8166 7484 (MRY120044)

Shepherd Street, Mayfair W1

Two bedroom top floor flat A bright and contemporary flat with two bedrooms and open plan reception room / kitchen. This flat benefits from the use of a lovely roof terrace (not demised) and is located in bustling Shepherds Market. Master bedroom suite, further bedroom, further bathroom, open plan reception room and kitchen, lift.

Approximately 68 sq m (732 sq ft) Share of Freehold 191 years approximately Offers in excess of: ÂŁ1,200,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Mayfair mayfair@knightfrank.com 020 8166 7484 (WER120078)

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Hans Place, Knightsbridge SW1 Garden square apartment

An immaculate apartment on a long lease situated on the first floor of this sought after portered building in the heart of Knightsbridge. Master bedroom, further double bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, reception room, balcony, porter/concierge, communal garden.

Approximately 72 sq m (785 sq ft) Leasehold: approximately 134 years remaining Guide price: ÂŁ1,950,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8600 (SLA120146)

Beaufort Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3 Unique lateral flat

A three bedroom, fourth floor apartment situated within this prestigious Knightsbridge square. The apartment offers well balanced accommodation throughout.

Master bedroom suite, 2 further bedrooms, further bathroom, kitchen, double reception room, lift.

Approximately 140 sq m (1,515 sq ft) Share of Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ3,500,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8600 (SLA120248)

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Egerton Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3 Elegant Pied à Terre

A superb raised ground floor apartment benefitting from direct access into Egerton Gardens. The flat provides high ceilings and period features throughout. 2 double bedrooms, family bathroom, kitchen, south facing reception room, porter/concierge, communal garden.

Approximately 102 sq m (1,107 sq ft) Leasehold: approximately 93 years remaining Guide price: £2,100,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8600 (SLA120246)

Ormonde Gate, Chelsea SW3 Two bedroom duplex

A stunning duplex apartment situated in the heart of Chelsea with the benefit of a large roof terrace. Master bedroom suite, second bedroom suite with dressing room, open plan reception area including kitchen, dining area and reception space, cloakroom, roof terrace, caretaker.

Approximately 131 sq m (1,415 sq ft) Leasehold: approximately 124 years remaining Guide price: £2,000,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 7591 8600 (SLA120131)

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The Piper Building, Fulham SW6

Warehouse style apartment A beautifully presented and spacious warehouse style apartment with a west facing balcony, allocated parking space and 24 hr porter. Master bedroom, 3 further bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, shower room, reception room with open plan kitchen, mezzanine, balcony, parking space.

Approximately 173.1 sq m (1,864 sq ft) Leasehold Guide price: ÂŁ1,195,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham fulham@knightfrank.com 020 7751 2400 (FLH120095)

Rumbold Road, Fulham SW6

Fulham/Chelsea borders A beautifully presented four bedroom terrace house located on the Moore Park Estate on the Fulham/Chelsea borders.

Master bedroom, 3 further bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, cloakroom, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/dining room, wine cellar, garden.

Approximately 221.5 sq m (2,385 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,400,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham fulham@knightfrank.com 020 7751 2400 (FLH120074)

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Oakwood Court, Holland Park W14

Newton Court, Kensington W8

A bright and well-presented apartment with fantastic views situated on the 4th floor (with lift) of an attractive period mansion block. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, study, kitchen, cloakroom, entrance hall, lift, porter. Approximately 135sq m (1,461sq ft)

A superb, third floor apartment which successfully combines elegant entertaining space with fantastic family accommodation.

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room/dining room, kitchen/ breakfast room, lift, porter. Approximately 141 sq m (1,525 sq ft)

Leasehold

Leasehold

Guide price: £1,450,000

Guide price: £2,100,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Kensington 020 7938 4311 kens@knightfrank.com

KnightFrank.co.uk/Kensington 020 7938 4311 kens@knightfrank.com

Academy Gardens, Kensington W8

Holland Park, London W11

An extremely well presented and spacious apartment in this sought after gated development in prime Kensington. Bedroom, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, cloakroom, secure parking, concierge, communal swimming pool and gym. Approximately 86 sq m (930 sq ft)

A beautifully refurbished apartment within a stucco fronted villa which benefits from excellent entertaining space and communal gardens. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, shower room, reception room, dining room, kitchen, communal gardens. Approximately 170 sq m (1,831 sq ft)

Leasehold

Share of Freehold

Guide price: £1,695,000

Guide price: £3,250,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/Kensington 020 7938 4311 kens@knightfrank.com

KnightFrank.co.uk/Kensington 020 7938 4311 kens@knightfrank.com

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Buer Road, Fulham SW6

Mimosa Street, Fulham SW6

Refurbished split level flat with a stunning galleried reception room and kitchen/breakfast room leading into a sun room. 2 bedrooms, en suite shower room, bathroom, reception room, galleried area, kitchen/ breakfast room, sun room. Approximately 98.4 sq m (1,060 sq ft)

Lovely four bedroom house in popular street in Parsons Green.

Master bedroom with en suite shower room, 3 further bedrooms, family bathroom, double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, west facing garden. Approximately 155 sq m (1,668 sq ft)

Leasehold

Freehold

Guide price: £725,000

Guide price: £1,665,000

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

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

Broomhouse Lane, Fulham SW6

Hurlingham Road, Fulham SW6

Spacious family house presented in good order throughout. 4/5 bedrooms, en suite bathroom, shower room, reception room, study/ bedroom 5, kitchen/breakfast room, guest wc, garden, off street parking for 2 cars. Approximately 219.99 sq m (2,368 sq ft)

A lovely substantial family house with potential for extension (subject to planning consents). 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, guest WC, double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, cellar, garden.

Approximately 186.3 sq m (2,006 sq ft)

Freehold

Freehold

Guide price: £1,250,000

Guide price: £1,725,000

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

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

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Rivermead Court, Fulham SW6 An opportunity to buy a second floor corner flat in need of updating.

3 bedrooms, bathroom, 2 WCs, 2 reception rooms, dining hall, kitchen, 24 hour porterage, communal gardens, off- street parking.

Approximately 143.7 sq m (1,547 sq ft) Share of Freehold Guide price: £995,000 KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham 020 7751 2400 fulham@knightfrank.com

Rivermead Court, Fulham SW6

Rivermead Court, Fulham SW6 A recently refurbished flat with lovely views over the communal gardens beside the Hurlingham Club. 3 double bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, study area, kitchen/ breakfast room, communal gardens, off-street parking, 24 hour porterage. Approximately 136.2 sq m (1,466 sq ft) Share of Freehold Guide price: £1,350,000 KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham 020 7751 2400 fulham@knightfrank.com

Rivermead Court, Fulham SW6

Lovely top floor flat with plenty of natural light and views towards the City. 3 double bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, study area, kitchen/dining room, communal gardens, off-street parking, 24 hour porterage. Approximately 136.3 sq m (1,468 sq ft)

Magnificent river-fronting corner flat in a popular purpose portered block. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, dining room, kitchen, utility room, communal gardens, 24 hour porter, parking.Approximately 153.3 sq m (1,650 sq ft)

Share of Freehold

Share of Freehold

Guide price: £1,425,000

Guide price: £1,725,000

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

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

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Belgravia Place, Belgravia SW1 A four bedroom townhouse in Belgravia. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 2 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, study/bedroom 4, separate shower room, reception room, drawing room, kitchen/ breakfast room, private garden, double garage. Approximately 254 sq m (2,738 sq ft) Furnished or unfurnished £4,500 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7881 7730 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

Carysfort House, Belgravia SW1

Chantrey House, Belgravia SW1 Contemporary two bedroom apartment to rent in Belgravia. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a further bedroom, bathroom, reception room, fully fitted kitchen, lift and porter. Approximately 101 sq m (1,085 sq ft) Furnished £850 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7881 7730 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

Graham Terrace, Belgravia SW1

Superb three bedroom flat to rent in Belgravia. Master bedroom with en suite dressing room and bathroom, 2 further double bedrooms, family bathroom, reception room with open plan kitchen, lift, porter.

Approximately 130 sq m (1,399 sq ft)

A bright three bedroom house finished to an exceptional standard.

Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 2 further double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), reception room, kitchen, dining/family room, drawing room, garden. Approximately 187 sq m (2,019 sq ft)

Furnished

Unfurnished

£1,800 per week

£2,850 per week

KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7881 7730 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7881 7730 belgravialettings@knightfrank.com

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Milner Street, Chelsea SW3

Cavalry Square, Chelsea SW3

First floor flat in an elegant townhouse with contemporary interiors designed by the award winning Helen Green Design. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one en suite), large reception room, open plan kitchen and cloakroom. Approximately 105 sq m (1,134 sq ft)

One bedroom flat in this popular development built around a landscaped courtyard garden. Double bedroom, en suite bathroom, reception room, kitchen, cloakroom, small patio, caretaker and one underground parking space. Approximately 69 sq m (738 sq ft)

Furnished

Unfurnished

£1,950 per week

£695 per week

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

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

Albert Court, Knightsbridge SW7

Walton Street, Knightsbridge SW3

Newly refurbished flat in this sought after mansion building with 24 hour Concierge Service. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, good sized reception room and modern fully fitted kitchen. Approximately 101 sq m (1,086 sq ft)

An immaculately presented family house with a patio garden. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room leading onto patio garden, open plan kitchen, study and garage. Approximately 131 sq m (1,408 sq ft)

Furnished

Unfurnished

£1,550 per week

£1,900 per week

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

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

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Holland Park, Holland Park W11

Tasker Lodge, Kensington W8

A bright and spacious apartment which has been recently refurbished to provide contemporary living. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double reception room, open plan kitchen, study, cloakroom. Approximately 164 sq m (1,759 sq ft)

A contemporary first floor flat in Thornwood Gardens, situated in a highly desirable area close to Holland Park. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, car parking space, comfort cooling, under floor heating, 24hr concierge. Approximately 150 sq m (1,619 sq ft)

Unfurnished

Furnished

£1,600 per week

£2,250 per week

KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7937 8203 kens@knightfrank.com

KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7937 8203 kens@knightfrank.com

Bedford Gardens, Kensington W8

Stafford Terrace, Kensington W8

A newly refurbished house situated over five floors and has fantastic entertaining space making it perfect for family living. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 reception areas, kitchen, dining room, cellar, garden.

Approximately 244 sq m (2,626 sq ft)

This is an immaculate apartment situated on the ground and raised ground floor of this beautiful building on Stafford Terrace. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, reception room, open plan kitchen, utility room, sauna, garden. Approximately 216 sq m (2,331 sq ft)

Unfurnished

Furnished

£3,800 per week

£4,500 per week

KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7937 8203 kens@knightfrank.com

KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings 020 7937 8203 kens@knightfrank.com

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LONDON PROPERTY

REVIEW

Market view A well thought-out roof terrace is worth its weight in greenery, says property finder Robert Bailey It seems as if we might get summer after all. At the time of writing, the BBC’s weather website is predicting a few rain-free days. Hurrah!

It’s funny how a few days of sunshine affects Londoners.

An estate agent told me that in January lower ground floor flats are almost impossible to sell, as they do not admit enough natural light and often have damp problems. Come summer though, and suddenly these rebranded ‘garden flats’ are popular once more.

Outside space is incredibly important, no matter what time of year. As London becomes ever more cosmopolitan, remember that foreign nationals – particularly Europeans – are accustomed to having a garden or terrace. Properties without them hold little appeal, so it’s important to create outside space. Roof terraces are now so common in parts of London that a house without them seems alien, and developers create wraparound terraces or even internal courtyards to meet demand.

Historically, many terraces were illegal. It could be difficult to obtain planning permission for terraces, and I’ve certainly spent a good deal of time and effort trying to obtain it retrospectively. If a flat roof has been used as a terrace for more than seven years, the terrace is deemed to have established use. A signed statutory declaration stating it has been used continuously for this period ensures it can be used as a roof terrace going forward.

Boris Johnson has made things easier still. He’s pushed through legislation as part of his environmental agenda making it easier to obtain planning permission for roof terraces. In fact, he’s gone so far as to say that he wants every available flat roof in London to be used to cultivate edible plants, not only to help Londoners cut down on food miles, but also improve air quality, provide a habitat for bees and cool our ever warming city. Roof terraces also have the added benefit of extending the life of flat roofs, as they prevent continuous heating and cooling that erodes their lifespan.

Whether roof terraces are really the answer to London’s environmental woes, or simply a nice place to relax with a glass of wine at the end of the day is neither here nor there. They’re definitely a selling point for any property, even for those already boasting a garden. That said, they must be done well. A few plastic chairs dotted round a tarmacked roof is unlikely to appeal to anyone, but a properly landscaped roof with built-in seating, lush planting, night-time lighting and easy accessibility definitely boosts a property’s desirability. www.robertbailey.com 020 7352 0899

Haven help us Cheryl Markosky brings you the latest word on the streets With fears of yet more economic problems in their native countries, the French, Italians, Spanish and Greeks have been hunting down London properties. According to Knight Frank, there’s been a sharp rise in sharp-suited Italians scooping up homes in prime central places in the capital, while Savills has witnessed a spike in eurozoners browsing its website.

“Over the past few years, international buyers have seen London property as a safe-haven investment in an increasingly volatile global economy.

Evidence of this is the fact that while European buyers averaged 10 per cent of the £2 million-plus central London market between 2005 and 2010, the

same figure for 2011 and 2012 to date is 20 per cent. Greek buyers led the charge last year and 2012 has so far been led by Italian and French interest, with a growing number of Spanish and even German buyers,” says Liam Bailey, Knight Frank’s head of research.

Over the past month, the number of hits from Greeks (which prompts the old joke about how much a Grecian urns) has risen by 50 per cent compared to the previous six-month average. Savills says the Greeks want to get hold of places they can move straight into – ideal for a quick Grexit.

But although the capital’s prime market is seeing persistent demand due to the current economic instability, supply levels are close to a historic all-time low, according to Cluttons. The pace of growth in the London market has slipped over recent months, with

“Greek buyers led the charge last year and 2012 has so far been led by Italian and French interest” Liam Bailey, Knight Frank

Parent power push Although the eurozone crisis has certainly had an effect on the Fulham property market with an influx of Italians, French and Greek buyers registering at Anthony Bell’s Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward office, he says the market continues to be supplydriven as the number of buyers registering remains constant. However, there is a shortage of property for sale.

And it isn’t just Eurogeddon that’s propping up the market. “At this time of year, we also see an increase in parents registering on behalf of their undergraduate or postgraduate children, looking for an investment home while they’re at university or finding their first job,” he says.

For buyers looking at a three-bedroom house in a prime central Fulham spot, they will be paying upwards of £1 million, and for two-bedroom flats prices are upwards of £550,000, Bell adds.

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LONDON PROPERTY

REVIEW

Snap a cap activity in the housing market taking a backseat to the Jubilee and the Olympics, says a new Cluttons report.

“The central London market remains buoyant, but even London activity is slowing relative to its performance in 2011.

The outcome of the current eurozone crisis is not yet known, which is denting confidence and encouraging London property owners to retain central London residential assets in the face of instability in the residential markets,” explains Sue Foxley, head of research at Cluttons.

“At the same time, strong demand from international buyers seeking a safe haven is creating even more competition for homes and sustaining prices. Whatever the outcome of the eurozone crisis, buyers and investors are demonstrating faith that London is well positioned to see a faster return to growth than most of its European counterparts,” she adds.

Richard Donnell, director of research at Hometrack, believes that as yet there’s little evidence of any signs of a slowdown in London overall. Supply remains tight and demand is holding up.

“However, the London housing market is not immune from weaker demand, either domestic or international,” he suggests.

“Changes to stamp duty rates announced in the budget, and other proposals such as a charge on high-value property, are bound to have an impact on buyers.

Indeed, the Central London and City area covered by our latest survey has seen growth under-perform the rest of the market for the last two months.”

Trying to sell what’s special about your area can be challenging when every marketing device known to man seems to have been used already. So, hats off to Henry & James in its Belgravia and Chelsea offices, where a ‘snap your favourite celebrity in a Henry & James cap’ competition to win a £1000 prize has just been announced.

Because company supremo James Bailey has always worn a baseball cap since he lived for a short spell in America, he put on his thinking cap to come up with this idea. “Everyone gives away pads, umbrellas and pens, and this is something different,” he says. “It has a longevity about it, as people can continue to use the Henry & James caps instead of just throwing them away.”

Even better for readers keen to pocket a quick grand for taking a picture of a celebrity (aren’t the streets of Belgravia and Chelsea simply awash with them?), Bailey says he doesn’t mind if someone takes a photo of someone who’s just won a competition or similar, as there’s a celebrity factor about the man in the street doing something special too.

That said, he’s pretty sure if Obama were snapped in an H&J cap, the photographer would win. “I just missed Brad Pitt the other day,” says Bailey forlornly, waving his prize money away.

Residents are invited to collect a cap from the agency and deliver a picture by hand or email alex@ henryandjames.co.uk. Closing date is September 1.

“London is well positioned to see a faster return to growth than most of its European counterparts” Sue Foxley, Cluttons

Bayswater has global appeal too, insists Paul Hyman at Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward’s Bayswater branch, attracting “an affluent and largely international property buyer. Over 70 per cent of our clients are from outside the UK, and most are cash buyers. In the last few weeks alone, buyers have come from Greece, Italy, South Africa, China, the Middle East, Switzerland and Malaysia (the Malaysian Embassy is based here).” They’re lured in by the central location right next to Hyde Park and proximity to the shopping meccas of Bond and Oxford Streets.

Bayswater’s garden squares are most popular, Hyman declares. “For example, properties on Craven Hill and Queens Gardens and Cleveland Square achieve premium prices. We’re currently selling a two-bedroom flat in Sussex Gardens for £1.4 million.”

“I just missed Brad Pitt the other day” . . . James Bailey and baseball cap

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LONDON PROPERTY

REVIEW

Bank of England relaxes lending

MONEY

Home loans trickle effect

Borrowers may soon find it easier to obtain a mortgage after Mervyn King, governor of the Bank of England, said he wants banks to focus on the overall safety of their operations rather on the minutiae.

“The spirit of our approach is simple: less focus on unnecessary details and more on the big risks. If banks have adequate capital and low leverage, and are resolvable, we won’t need to focus on the details of their day-to-day business,” he said.

This contrasts with pre-credit crunch lending when banks seemed to ignore both the detail and risk of its loan book, and his approach will be welcomed by borrowers who have no problem affording a loan but simply cannot secure one because of lenders’ increasingly strict criteria.

However, the EU has plans to interfere with the UK mortgage market from 2015, so King’s optimism may be short-lived.

Unlimited funds offer may help mortgages, says Duncan Farmer The latest row surrounding the banking industry and its manipulation of the Libor interest rate has overshadowed some extremely good news for mortgage borrowers and even better news for homeowners in the prime parts of central London.

The Libor rate-fixing scandal, which began at Barclays but is now widening to many other banks, has actually had little impact on ordinary savers and borrowers.

Barclays was predominantly fixing the rate downwards, and as Libor is mainly attached to sub-prime and buy-to-let loans, few mainstream borrowers will have suffered.

Likely losers are big institutions, such as large charities and local authorities, who put money on short-term deposit at rates tied to Libor, and investors with shares in Barclays, either directly or indirectly through a pension fund or ISA, who have watched the bank’s shares tumble in recent days.

While all this chaos has grabbed the

METRO TRACKER Britain’s newest Bank, Metro Bank, launched in 2010, is to start offering its mortgages through a small number of brokers. With a range of tracker and fixed-rate loans at rates ranging from 3.09 to 3.65 per cent, it is expected to draw custom away from more established players.

The bank, which has just 80,000 customers, currently has an exclusive deal with broker John Charcol, but is now in talks with a broader range of intermediaries.

Metro sets itself apart from rivals by keeping its branches open until 8pm, offers credit cards, personal loans and savings accounts, and will lend to borrowers with a minimum deposit of 20 per cent.

Paul Marriot-Clarke of Metro Bank said: “By partnering with a small number of intermediary partners, we ensure that we are able to give a consistently high level of service to all.”

headlines, homeowners in the most sought-after areas of London and its surrounds have enjoyed bumper returns from their own house or flat. According to the latest research paper from Knight Frank, a house or flat in these areas bought in 2009 for £1m is today worth a staggering £1.48m. That equates to an average daily rise in value of £408, or £12,400 a month. If you paid cash, that’s a very healthy rise of 48 per cent, but if you put down a 50 per cent deposit – as most London buyers do – then the return on that investment is almost 100 per cent.

The other piece of good news came in a speech from Bank of England governor Mervyn King at the Mansion House.

King announced that ‘unlimited funds’, believed to be about £80 billion, will be made available to banks at low rates on condition that it is lent to small businesses to help them through these ‘turbulent’ times. The announcement had an instant impact on, ironically, the Libor rate and swap rates, at which banks lend to one another and which are key to levels of fixed-rate mortgages.

Although most of the £80 billion is

Current Best Buy Mortgages

Fixed Rates

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

LENDER

CURRENT RATE

UNTIL

GO TO RATE

THE OVERALL COST FOR COMPARISON IS

MAX ADV

HIGHER LENDING CHARGE

EARLY REPAYMENT CHARGE (ERC)

LENDER FEE

LENDER EXIT FEE

NOTES

Northern Rock

3.29%

31/10/14

4.79%

4.8% APR

70%

None

2.5% to 31/10/14.

Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free.

£1,094

Nil

On remortgages free valuation and free legal fees. Flexible.

Monmouthshire

3.49%

3 years

4.99%

4.9% APR

80%

None

3% for 3 years. Can repay up to 10% p.a.

ERC free.

£599

£125

Purchase only

Nottingham

3.69%

1/9/17

6.14%

5.7% APR

75%

None

1.845% to 1/9/17. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free.

£1,499

£140

Free valuation.

On remortgages also free legal fees.

Leeds

4.58%

30/9/22

5.69%

5.2% APR

75%

None

6/6/5/5/5/5/4/4/3/2% to 30/9/22.

Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free.

£999

£199

Interest calculated annually

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LONDON PROPERTY

REVIEW

Country property Two hours from London, the National Trust village of Lacock is known for its picturesque streets of halftimbered stone buildings dating back to the 13th century.

Just two-and-a-half miles off the M4 motorway, the village has been used as the setting for many period TV dramas such as Cranford and Pride and Prejudice, and even some of the Harry Potter movies.

Lacock Abbey is a quirky country house with monastic roots that was once home to William Henry Fox Talbot, scientist, inventor and photographic pioneer. Meet the man behind the camera and learn how photography was invented at Lacock’s Fox Talbot Museum.

Currently for sale in this idyllic rural setting, 15 miles from Bath, is a five-bedroom stone-built house with open views of the countryside and a 60ft rear garden.

At the front is a double garage and a driveway with extra parking.

The ground floor features a triple-aspect lounge, dining room, kitchen, study and family room. The first floor contains the five bedrooms and three bathrooms (two en suite).

Lacock is half way between Chippenham and Melksham and rail access to London’s Paddington station. (Chippenham to London 1h 15m.)

The feeling is mutual earmarked for businesses, Ray Boulger of mortgage broker Charcol expects some of it to trickle through to the home loan market, particularly the low-risk end, which of course includes London.

“As residential mortgage lending is generally the least risky type of bank lending, it would be surprising if some of this extra funding is not allocated to the residential mortgage market,” said Boulger. “If only £10 billion finds its way to the mortgage market, that will be enough to make a difference in the current constrained funding environment. To put this in context, net lending has been under £10 billion in each of the last two years.

Add all this to the increase in the number of overseas buyers bringing cash to the capital from troubled European economies, notably Greece and Italy, and spending it on property, and the outlook for the London market is bright.

More borrowers have been turning to building societies, according to latest lending figures from the Building Societies Association. These show that gross mortgage lending by building societies and other mutual lenders rose 54 per cent to £2.8 billion in May 2012 compared with £1.8 billion May 2011.

In the first five months of 2012, lending rose 40 per cent compared with the same period in 2011. “Other data collected by the BSA shows that nearly a quarter (24 per cent) of new lending this year by mutuals was to first-time buyers,” said Adrian Coles, director-general of the BSA. “The mutual sector is giving a strong signal that it is open for business to all types of borrower whether buying a property for the first time or remortgaging. Approvals by mutuals were up significantly in May, both compared with last year and the previous six months, which demonstrates the mutual sector’s commitment to lend in the coming months.”

London 105 miles Talbot View, Lacock, Wiltshire £575,000, David Ingram 01249 701900

Variable Rates (Tracker & Discount Off SVR) LENDER

CURRENT RATE

DISCOUNT AND TERM

GO TO RATE

THE OVERALL COST FOR COMPARISON IS

MAX ADV

HIGHER LENDING CHARGE

EARLY REPAYMENT CHARGE (ERC)

LENDER FEE

LENDER EXIT FEE

NOTES

Woolwich

3.69%

Bank Rate + 3.19% term

N/A

3.7% APR

70%

None

1% to 30/9/14. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999

£275

On remortgages free valuation and free legal fees. Droplock facility

Mansfield

3.18%

2.41% discount off SVR for 3 years

5.59%

5.3% APR

80%

None

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

£999

£150

Valuation fee refund up to £400

£1,245*

£95

Up to £500,000. For loans up to £1m: £2,495 and above £1m: 0.5%

£1,090

£150

Offset. Free valuation.

On remortgages free legal fees

Bank of China (UK)

2.98%

Bank Rate + 2.48% for term

N/A

3.1% APR

80%

None

1% in 1 year on full repayment.

Unlimited ERC free part redemptions allowed.

Hinckley & Rugby

3.79%

1.85% discount off SVR for term

N/A

3.8% APR

85%

None

Nil

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Scarsdale Villas W8 ÂŁ6,000,000 This superb family home has been beautifully refurbished throughout, providing substantial living accommodation with off street parking and a south facing garden. The property comprises a modern kitchen, two reception rooms, a stunning master suite, four further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Freehold. Joint Sole Agent.

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Roland Gardens SW7 £2,250,000

Cornwall Gardens SW7 £2,100,000

Located just off the Old Brompton Road this stunning apartment is arranged over the top two floors of a well maintained period building. The property offers a large open plan kitchen/dining/reception room with access to a pretty balcony, three large bedrooms (one en suite), a study/fourth bedroom and a bathroom. Share of Freehold.

Situated at the western end of Cornwall Gardens, close to the local amenities of Gloucester Road and Kensington, this highly sought after two bedroom apartment offers amazing entertaining space incorporating a fabulous blend of contemporary features and period elegance. Share of Freehold. Sole Agent.

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Durham Terrace W2 £1,475,000

Coleherne Road SW10 £1,150,000

This elegant property includes a large raised ground floor reception room that interconnects with a bespoke kitchen/dining room, a large master suite with en suite shower room, a further double/bedroom served by a large beautifully fitted bathroom and a landscaped tiered garden. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents.

This superb apartment boasts a spacious open plan kitchen/reception room, a south facing master suite with fitted wardrobes, a second bright double bedroom, a stylish fully fitted bathroom, separate cloakroom and a storage cupboard. Leasehold. Sole Agents.

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Cheltenham Terrace SW3 £3,100 per week This stunning, period house is situated on a highly sought after street overlooking Duke of York Square. The property benefits from access to the facilities and grounds of Burton Court as well as having its own private patio garden. The house comprises three reception rooms, a kitchen, a large study, four double bedrooms (one en suite) and two further bathrooms.

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Wetherby Mansions SW5 £875 per week

Vicarage Gate W8 £825 per week

Ideally located on a quiet tree lined street in Earls Court, this stylish apartment is situated in a handsome period building on Earls Court Square. The striking accommodation boasts a vast south facing reception room, a separate eat-in kitchen, two large double bedrooms and a modern bathroom.

This wonderful apartment is located on a beautiful period terrace in the heart of Kensington. The property offers a lovely reception room with wooden floors and high ceilings, a separate kitchen, two double bedrooms (one en suite), a study/ single bedroom and a further family bathroom.

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Craven Hill Gardens W2 £800 per week

Clarendon Road W11 £450 per week

This lovely apartment is situated on the first floor of a period building in a popular and quiet location opposite Hyde Park. The flat comprises a modern open plan kitchen, a spacious reception room with access to a large south facing balcony, a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a further double bedroom and a second bathroom.

Located in a superb Holland Park location, this fantastic apartment has been refurbished to a very high standard throughout. The accommodation comprises a generous reception room with an open plan, beautifully appointed kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

NOTTING HILL: 020 7313 6910 lets.not@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Under the garden A garden maisonette in Oakley Street, which runs from the King’s Road to Albert Bridge, is the only apartment in the street with its main entrance behind in Margaretta Terrace.

Tall electronically operated iron gates swing open into a long landscaped garden with integral lighting. Park your car on a hardstanding of York stone paving and walk across the lawn, past the silver birch trees, to the main door and entrance hall.

Inside, beneath ground level, is a long drawing room that spans the entire length of the garden. Also on this lower ground floor is a kitchen and dining area with a stone floor, glass composite

worktops, and conservatory concertina glass doors leading to the patio.

There are two bedrooms – one on each floor. Each has an en suite bathroom and the master suite includes a dressing area. The 1500 sq ft Chelsea property has integrated sound and vision with recessed ceiling speakers and HD TVs. High-tech systems include Lomax programmable mood lighting, underfloor heating and Cat 5 cabling.

Oakley Street (entrance on Margaretta Terrace), Chelsea SW3, price on application, Farrar 020 7244 4466, Rickett Tinne 020 7349 3070

Entertaining al fresco above the basement An impressive basement reception room measuring 34ft by 15ft has recently been created beneath the garden of a Grade II listed house in Chelsea.

Standing on the stretch of Park Walk that links the Fulham Road with Elm Park Road, the five-bedroom house has 2686 sq ft of inside living space and a landscaped garden above the new basement. A studio is at the end of the 47ft garden.

The property’s lower ground floor contains an open plan kitchen and dining room, and the ground floor has a double reception leading to a roof terrace.

Park Walk, Chelsea SW10, £4.95m, Farrar 020 7244 4466

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Jane’s arty space is two studios in one Jane Yarrow, former PR director for the house of Givenchy, loves unconventional living. The artistic open plan spaces of her home in Avenue Studios have worked perfectly for herself and her two children.

She is an avid art collector and even uses artists’ easels as television stands at her family’s Grade II listed studio house in Chelsea. Now the children are growing up she is looking to move to a new home with more space.

At the same time Jane is working on her newly launched business Longlanier, formed with business partner Santa Sebag-Montefiore, producing classic ski sweaters made from superfine merino wool.

Jane bought the Chelsea property – two studios joined together – in August 2010 after moving from another artist’s studio at Glebe Place. She has since completed a total refurbishment and interior design programme by Jonathan Reed of Studio Reed, also of Sydney Street.

The 1770 sq ft property includes two double-height studio rooms overlooked by two gallery bedrooms, two shower rooms, kitchen, cellar, and off-street parking for one car. “The user clause under the lease and for planning purposes is for an artist’s studio with ancillary living accommodation,” said Charlie Holbrook of estate agent Savills.

A trap door in the main living space leads to the cellar where suffragettes once operated a secret printing press for their campaign literature. Avenue Studios was used by sculptors Baron Carlo Marochetti and Sir Edwin Landseer, who cast the Nelson’s Column lions, and Sir Alfred Gilbert, who sculpted Eros for Piccadilly Circus.

By Bob Stonebridge Avenue Studios, Sydney Close, Chelsea SW3, £3.75m, Savills 020 7730 0822

“This spectacular Grade II listed studio house with two double height studio rooms offers exceptional volume and light and is presented in immaculate order” Charlie Holbrook, Savills

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Movie star gardens Known as the Mona Lisa of the East and heralded as one of the world’s most beautiful women, Sharmini Tiruchelvam was painted by Picasso and photographed by Lord Snowdon and Sir Cecil Beaton.

Supermodel and cover girl of the Fifties, Sixties and Seventies, she entertained some of the biggest names of the movie world at 239 Sussex Gardens, Lancaster Gate, her home for 50 years.

Sir Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, Omar Sharif, Roger Moore, Elizabeth Taylor and David Lean have all been wined and dined here. Princess Margaret, David Bailey and Marsha Hunt – Sharmini’s former housemate – were regular visitors, and Charlie Chaplin

celebrated his 70th birthday here.

The Grade II listed raised ground floor apartment was recently restored by current owner Daniel Poole, former streetwear designer for celebrity performers such as Robbie Williams and Mary J Blige. He now concentrates on interiors.

With its own front entrance, the 1550 sq ft apartment has two bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en suite), a kitchen and dining room, and a reception with original fireplace and ornate plaster ceiling. A parking space is available separately.

Sussex Gardens, Lancaster Gate W2, £1,875,000, Knight Frank 020 7871 5060

See Emily Play with Arnold Layne in Old Church Street studios Legendary prog rockers Pink Floyd recorded their first hit single, Arnold Layne, in a former dairy at Old Church Street, Chelsea in 1967. See Emily Play was recorded here three months later.

Set in a private courtyard, this was the first home of independent recording studios Sound Techniques, which over a decade recorded top UK folk, rock and pop artists from Sandy Denny and Fairport Convention to Jethro Tull and The Who. A three-bedroom maisonette now for sale on the ground and first floors has its own front door and a rear patio garden. A cow’s head high on the front wall is a clue to the building’s original use.

Old Church Street, Chelsea SW3, £1,995,000, Knight Frank 020 7349 4300

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It’s over to you at an unmodernised lateral apartment in an established portered building in Princes Gate, South Kensington.

You have the opportunity to make your own mark on more than 2000 sq ft of first floor living space that includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms (one en suite), and a double reception room with a balcony.

Knightsbridge gem As wealthy overseas investors are drawn to exclusive SW1 addresses such as Eaton Square and Cadogan Square, other lesser known locations can be overlooked.

“Those willing to dedicate more time to their search will come across hidden gems such as Ennismore Gardens, a quiet and secluded garden square which still remains relatively unknown to most buyers,” said Paul Gransbury, partner at Knight Frank Knightsbridge.

Princes Gate, South Kensington SW7, offers above £2.5m, Marler & Marler 020 7235 9641, Savills 020 7730 0822

“One can amble through the gardens of Trinity Church leading onto Brompton Road, and local amenities include Hyde Park and the Natural History and V&A museums,” he said. A refurbished ground and first floor apartment is one of several on the square now being marketed by Knight Frank.

Ennismore Gardens, Knightsbridge SW7, £14.5m, Knight Frank 020 7591 8600

Shard and Gherkin on the roof terrace Flat is handy for The Beach Newly refurbished, a two-bedroom apartment at a late-Victorian mansion block in Chelsea has a kitchen and family room leading to the rear communal courtyard.

The 1110 sq ft raised ground floor home in Stanley Mansions, Park Walk, features an entrance hall, reception room, en suite bathroom, and a shower room. It offers wooden floors and low voltage lighting, and is handy for the fashionable stretch of Fulham Road known as The Beach.

Stanley Mansions, Park Walk, Chelsea SW10, £1,795,000, Russell Simpson 020 7225 0277

See the Gherkin, the Shard and the London Eye from the ninth floor roof terrace of the penthouse flying high on top of The Phoenix in Bird Street.

The five-bedroom lateral apartment in Marylebone, between Selfridges and Bond Street tube station, is on the market for the first time since the current owners bought it off-plan 15 years ago.

Most rooms have access to the roof terrace and its panoramic views. The 3000 sq ft home includes a double aspect living and entertaining space, kitchen and breakfast room, and a staff suite with a separate entrance.

The Phoenix, Bird Street, Marylebone W1, Knight Frank 020 7483 8349

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Basil Street SW3 Located in this popular mansion building in the heart of Knightsbridge is this immaculately presented 3 bedroom top (fifth) floor flat. The building benefits from a lift and resident porter and is maintained beautifully.

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LEXHAM GARDENS W8 On the second floor of this handsome detached house and with views over Lexham Gardens is this large 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom flat. The flat offers light and well arranged accommodation, the property has high ceilings throughout and has recently been refurbished.

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WILLIAM MEWS SW1 Bright fourth floor apartment in this modern purpose built block located in this quiet Knightsbridge mews. Unfurnished. 1024 sq ft.

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£1000 per week

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KING’S ROAD, CHELSEA SW10 (Approx. 2,530 sq ft/235 sq m) A large, semi detached, 4 double bedroom end of terrace corner house situated on the King’s Road, extending to over 2,500 square feet.

DOUBLE RECEPTION ROOM • KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM • DINING ROOM • MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN SUITE BATHROOM AND DRESSING ROOM • 3 FURTHER DOUBLE BEDROOMS • FAMILY BATHROOM • GARDEN • GARAGE FREEHOLD SOLE AGENT GUIDE PRICE £3,300,000 Subject to contract

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REDCLIFFE GARDENS, CHELSEA SW10 (Approx. 1,577 sq ft/146.50 sq m) This recently refurbished 4 bedroom end of terrace property is situated on the corner of Fawcett Street, and benefits from exceptional natural light.

RECEPTION ROOM • KITCHEN • DINING ROOM • MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN SUITE BATHROOM 3 FURTHER BEDROOMS • FAMILY BATHROOM LEASEHOLD SOLE AGENT ASKING PRICE £1,555,000 Subject to contract

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BILLING STREET, SW10 A really appealing 3 bedroom freehold cottage in this sought after enclave, situated just off the Fulham Road.

£1,295,000

BEAUFORT STREET, SW3

£2,250,000

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A unique long leasehold 4 bedroom maisonette with the advantage of its’ own street entrance.

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1,142 sq ft/106 sq m

HARCOURT TERRACE, SW10 A very appealing 1 bedroom lower ground floor flat, with the benefit of all the principle rooms having a garden aspect.

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£750,000 Share of freehold

HARCOURT TERRACE, SW10 This classic 1 bedroom property benefits from a good sized L shaped balcony, and a private south west facing roof terrace.

535 sq ft/49.7 sq m

£945,000 Share of Freehold

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WESTGATE TERRACE, SW10 An immaculate 2 bedroom second floor flat situated in a mid terraced building, towards the southern end of Westgate Terrace.

754 sq ft/70 sq m

REDCLIFFE GARDENS, SW10 This grand 1 bedroom apartment is situated over the entire first floor of this well maintained period conversion.

630 sq ft/58.5 sq m

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£795,000 Leasehold – 63 years remaining

Offers in excess of £700,000 Share of Freehold

BEAUFORT STREET, SW3 912 sq ft/84 sq m

Offers in excess of £895,000 Leasehold

IFIELD ROAD, SW10

£1,975,000

An unmodernised house currently split into two separate dwellings, being sold with the benefit of the freehold.

Freehold

A beautifully presented 2 double bedroom flat, entered via its’ own street entrance at lower ground floor level.

2,068 sq ft/192.13 sq m

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ESTATE AGENTS, SURVEYORS AND PROPERTY CONSULTANTS 81 Elizabeth Street, Eaton Square, London SW1W 9PG Tel: 020 7730 9253 Fax: 020 7730 8212 Email: reception@bestgapp.co.uk

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EGERTON GARDENS, SW3 An attractive and well laid out two bedroom flat with direct lift access, and an elegant reception room which opens onto a patio garden area, that provides direct access to the communal gardens.The apartment is ideally situated only moments away from the many shops and restaurants on Knightsbridge.

Leasehold 131 Years

Guide ÂŁ1,400,000

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ESTATE AGENTS, SURVEYORS AND PROPERTY CONSULTANTS 81 Elizabeth Street, Eaton Square, London SW1W 9PG Tel: 020 7730 9253 Fax: 020 7730 8212 Email: reception@bestgapp.co.uk

www.bestgapp.co.uk Over 100 years experience in Belgravia

ELIZABETH STREET, LONDON SW1 A newly refurbished split level two bedroom apartment moments from Sloane Square.This interior designed split level apartment offers superb living space with masses of clever storage and set in one of London's premier locations.

* Interior Designed * Newly Refurbished * Two Double Bedrooms * Split Level

£1500 per week

ELIZABETH STREET, LONDON SW1 A vast five bedroom house in the heart of Belgravia.The property is beautifully arranged for maximum space over 5 floors with both a patio garden and roof terrace with versatile living space. Offering an excellent location close to Sloane Square.

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ROSARY GARDENS, SW7

CRANLEY GARDENS, SW7

This ground floor flat features an excellent sized reception as well as an eat-in kitchen. It has been newly decorated throughout. Situated in the heart of South Kensington, a short walk from the underground shops and restaurants.

This wonderfully light and bright two bedroom apartment on the raised ground floor has its own entrance and is located close to the shops and transport facilities of South Kensington and Gloucester Road. The flat has been neutrally decorated throughout and offers spacious accommodation.

The flat also benefits from a large west facing terrace at the back of the property.

£450 per week

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MARGARETTA TERRACE, SW3

This superb wider than average Chelsea house features an excellent reception room leading onto a well designed kitchen/dining room. Both bathrooms are of a high quality and the master bedroom has plenty of cupboards. There is also a sunny roof terrace and a good sized secluded front garden. This house lends itself perfectly for entertaining as well as family living. Highly recommended.

£2,200 per week

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Situated in what is arguably the best mews in London this fabulous newly refurbished house is available for rental offering the finest quality in presentation and finish. The house is equipped with Creston, Lutron lighting, air conditioning, underfloor heating, surround sound and is interior designed to an extremely high quality therefore suiting any tenant who seeks only the finest. The property also benefits from two parking spaces.

£3,750 per week

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Blue plaque home of Sir Ned and Georgie Artist Sir Edward Burne-Jones, known to his friends as Ned, moved from Bloomsbury into Kensington Square with his wife Georgina and their four-year-old son Philip in 1865.

The place soon felt like home. “We are settling fast, even looking a bit comfortable,” wrote Burne-Jones, 32, after the move. “Topsy (William Morris) has given us a Persian prayer carpet which amply furnishes one room. I have a little crib which I call a library because there I keep my tobacco and borrowed books.” His daughter Margaret was born the following year.

During Ned and Georgie’s time on Kensington Square, he worked tirelessly on his painting technique and it was here that he produced The Lament, two draped female figures on the stone benches of a castle chamber.

Unfortunately the Burne-Joneses had to leave their beloved home on the square in 1867 after it was sold from under them. He spent the rest of his years at a house, now demolished, in Fulham.

Burne-Jones, Pre-Raphaelite devotee and a figurehead for the Aesthetic Movement, was also known for his tapestry and stained glass, and he designed the spectacular east window of Holy Trinity Church on Sloane Street. His blue plaque former home on Kensington Square is currently for sale.

On the square’s northern side, the late Georgian

property has 5900 sq ft of space including six bedrooms, three bathrooms (one en suite), and a first floor drawing room with three huge sash windows framing open views of the square. This historic home also has a patio and an 81ft rear garden.

By Bob Stonebridge Kensington Square, Kensington W8, £13.95m, Knight Frank 020 7938 4311

“This handsome, late Georgian house centrally placed on the north side of the square has fine southerly views over the gardens to the front” Roddy Craggs, Knight Frank

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Historic art space Society portrait painter Carlos Luis Sancha (1920-2001), born in London to a Spanish father and English mother, lived and worked in his Melbury Road apartment for 40 years.

Among his subjects were members of the royal family including the Queen’s cousin Lord Luis Mountbatten, painted

by Sancha five times, each time in a different uniform. He also painted many peers and statesmen in suitably formal poses.

Sancha’s former apartment, now for sale, covers the first and second floors and loft space of a historic Grade II listed property. Designed by architect Richard Norman Shaw, it was built in 1875 for English artist Marcus Stone, who lived here with his

wife Laura. Stone was one of the first to commission a studio house in this legendary artists’ quarter.

The four-bedroom apartment has its own 53ft garden as well as terrace views of the neighbouring garden of Leighton House Museum, former home and studio of Victorian artist Frederic, Lord Leighton. The current owner bought the apartment in 2002 and has refurbished it extensively to provide 3900 sq ft of modernised living space.

By Bob Stonebridge Melbury Road, Holland Park W14, guide price £7.5m, Savills 020 7535 3300

Extend the kitchen into the garden French windows lead to the paved patio garden of a five-bedroom house in a tree-lined street near Parsons Green tube station.

The current owner of the St Maur Road property has planning permission to extend the kitchen, which is set at the rear and features an open plan breakfast and dining room for entertaining.

A double reception room on the ground floor has a large bay window. Both bathrooms (one en suite) are newly refurbished, and a second floor bedroom leads to a decked roof terrace.

St Maur Road, Parsons Green SW6, £1.75m, Douglas & Gordon 020 7731 4391

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Complete semi update A total renovation programme has been completed at two neighbouring semidetached houses in Wolverton Gardens, near Hammersmith Broadway.

Both are now for sale at the same price and have exactly the same layout and high specifications, featuring more than 2800 sq ft of living space that includes five or six bedrooms and a ground floor reception.

The kitchen has integrated appliances and a family room has concertina doors that open out into a garden with westerly aspect. The lower floor has a guest bedroom with en suite facilities, and a first floor front room could be used as a formal reception.

Many of the rooms have feature fireplaces, and the master suite has a dressing room and en suite bathroom.

Transport choices include Hammersmith and Barons Court tubes and Kensington Olympia overground, or Hammersmith buses can take you into central London.

Vegetarians can dine nearby at The Gate in Queen Caroline Street. Run by the Daniel Brothers, the veggie restaurant reopens on October 1 after refurbishment.

Travel to their other restaurant in Islington if you can’t wait until then.

Wolverton Gardens, Hammersmith W6, £2,395,000, Tates 020 7602 6020

South Park views LANCASTER GATE OR BAYSWATER Half way between Bayswater and Lancaster Gate tube stations, a ground floor flat has 994 years of a 999-year lease remaining.

The property is set in Leinster Gardens in the purpose-built block at Cranleigh Court. Living space of 613 sq ft includes three bedrooms, a reception room with an open plan kitchen, and a bathroom. Leinster Gardens runs from Cleveland Terrace to Leinster Terrace, west of Cleveland Square.

Cranleigh Court, Leinster Gardens, Bayswater W2, £500,000, Anthony Sharp 020 7243 8398

Relax on your recliner on the top floor roof terrace of a four-bedroom house in Settrington Road and watch the cricket, rugby or soccer on neighbouring South Park. Far better than watching the sport on TV. A second floor bedroom opens out onto the decked terrace of the 1530 sq ft Fulham property, which features a full-width, open plan reception with wood flooring.

The large side-extended kitchen leads to a 28ft garden, and a first floor bedroom has a balcony facing the park. The period property has two bathrooms.

Settrington Road, Fulham SW6, £1.4m, Winkworth 020 7731 3388

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BRACKENBURY GARDENS W6 4/5 DOUBLE BEDROOMS • FORMAL RECEPTION • PLAYROOM/DINING ROOM KITCHEN/BREAKFAST/FAMILY ROOM • RECEPTION 3/BEDROOM 5 • 2 BATHROOMS GUEST CLOAKROOM • LARGE UTILITY ROOM • WALK IN STORE ROOM • 36’ x 21’ GARDEN

GUIDE £1.7M FREEHOLD

CARTHEW VILLAS W6 4/5 DOUBLE BEDROOMS • DOUBLE RECEPTION • FAMILY/DINING ROOM FULL WIDTH KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM • PLAYROOM/BEDROOM 5 • STUDY/BEDROOM 4 2 BATHROOMS (1 EN SUITE) • 2 GUEST CLOAKROOMS • 40’ x 18’ GARDEN • UNDER EAVES STORAGE

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TOP FLOOR FLAT • 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS • 15’3 RECEPTION KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM * BATHROOM • STORAGE SHEDS

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COBBOLD ROAD W12 3 DOUBLE BEDROOMS • DOUBLE RECEPTION • KITCHEN • DINING AREA BATHROOM • EN SUITE WET ROOM • PRETTY GARDEN • UNDER EAVES STORAGE

GUIDE £765,000 FREEHOLD

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WOLVERTON GARDENS, W6

ÂŁ2,395,000 Freehold

This fantastic family home has been completely renovated to exacting standards and is located within walking distance to Brook Green, Hammersmith and Kensington High Street. This property offers in excess of 2800 sq ft. To the ground floor, there is a front reception room, stylish kitchen with integrated appliances opening to a fabulous family room. This room opens to the westerly aspect garden. To the upper floors there are five double bedrooms and three bathrooms, including an en suite to the master bedroom. There is also a lower floor bedroom/ reception room, wired for a cinema system and an en suite. The entire ground floor and master suite are fitted with a Sonos sound system.

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King Henry’s Reach, W6

ÂŁ400 per week Furnished

A one bedroom ground floor furnished flat is available in this gated riverside development with 24 hour porter. The flat is in excellent condition throughout and comprises entrance hall, one double bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, reception room and one underground parking space. Ideally located within easy walking distance of the travel links and amenities of Hammersmith.

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Majestic Close, Applecross, Western Australia

AUD$25 million

Stunning 2508m2 riverfront estate, multi-million dollar views and a lifestyle to match overlooking the city, river, and Kings Park Architecturally designed by Alan Macdonald and built by Charles Allia this award winning house has a strong influence from US Architect Addison Mizner, famous and synonymous with Florida’s Gold Coast and the Spanish, Moroccan and Italian influence in his designs. A design which boasts fabulous use of volume space, huge rooms, generous ceiling heights, and walls of glass which bring the outdoors in and take full advantage of the stunning views. With total indoor and outdoor living of 1500sqm, including approximately 980sqm of main living, undercroft garaging for a fleet of vehicles of 240sqm plus terrace and balconies of 227sqm.

A residence of pure classic elegance combining state of the art features and quality. The home offers 7 palatial bedrooms plus study, 71/2 bathroom family accommodation and features a stunning master suite with entrance foyer and vestibule adjoining private sitting area/library, huge walk in dressing room and his and hers W.C.’s off the master ensuite.

In addition there is a self contained apartment and separate nurses quarters on the lower level. The home is completed to a deluxe standard with outstanding amenities including barbecue and entertainment terraces, sparkling glass mosaic clad pool, gymnasium and manicured lawns and gardens providing relaxing retreats in the grounds.

A platinum property opportunity 8 Majestic Close will withstand the most discerning scrutiny and is strongly recommended for its lifestyle and outstanding capital growth potential.

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VILLA GIGLI – LE MARCHE, ITALY

A magnificent 1920’s late liberty style villa Built for the famous tenor Beniamino Gigli A splendid opportunity to invest in an historic grade A estate located in one of the most beautiful, unspoiled and up-and-coming regions of Italy, Le Marche.

Set on a prominent hilltop, the property enjoys breath-taking views of the seaside and surrounding countryside.

The 5 floor 60 rooms 1577 sq m (16975 sq ft) property with a further 200 sq m (2153 sq ft) of loggias and 925 sq. m (9957 sq f) of terraces, is set in 10 acres park which accommodates a magnificent Italian garden, woods, a lake, a swimming pool, and a tennis court with changing facilities.

A secondary detached 6 room accommodation with a garage completes this unique real estate. Inside the property offers an astonishing array of rooms featuring period furniture, mosaics, frescos, Carrara marbles, a private chapel Pesaro e and even a bathroom fitted with a Urbino small swimming pool.

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Originally three small tied cottages built in the early part of the 19th century Sideways Cottage is now a roomy yet cosy family home. The study/bedroom 4 with en-suite facilities is a perfect space for a teenager or elderly relative. Stone Street is a hamlet a mile south of the historical village of Boxford and just 15 miles to Ipswich.

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Wellington Court, Halesworth, SUFFOLK Guide £375,000 A Grade II listed, four bedroom home in this fantastic converted warehouse development with pretty, private walled garden and double garage set within lovely, shared grounds located in the heart of Halesworth.

Kitchen • Sitting room • Downstairs cloakroom • Master bedroom with ensuite • 3 further bedrooms • Family bathroom • Private walled garden • Beautiful, secluded, shared landscaped gardens • Underfloor heated throughout • Integrated central vacuum system • No onward chain Halesworth Office 01986 888205 halesworth@muskermcintyre.co.uk

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citydirectory Savills Islington 94-96 Upper Street, London N1 0NP

Islington Cluttons Islington 6 Camden Walk N1 8DY

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Callum Roberts 40 Theobalds Road London WC1X 8NW  0843 473 9235  info@callumroberts.com

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Chesterton Humberts 327-329 Upper Street Islington N1 2XQ

Currell Clerkenwell 122/124 St John Street Clerkenwell EC1V 4JS

 020 7359 9777  sales.islington@chestertonhumberts.com

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Hamptons Islington 97-99 Upper Street Islington N1 0NP

Currell Hackney Quebec Wharf, 311-313 Kingsland Road, Hackney E8 4DL

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Hugh Grover Associates 325 Upper Street Islington N1 2XQ

Currell Victoria Park 81 Lauriston Road Victoria Park E9 7HJ

 020 3435 4656  sales@hughgrover.co.uk

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LONDON PROPERTY

REVIEW Visit these agents for properties in the City, Islington and Docklands Hamptons City Aldermary House, 15 Queen Street, London EC4N 1TX

Knight Frank 35a Wapping High St, London E1W 1NR

 020 7717 5293  city@hamptons-int.com

 020 7480 6848  wapping@knightfrank.com

www.hamptons.co.uk

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Knight Frank 18-19 Cabot Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 4QW

Docklands Bushells Docklands 7 Wapping High Street Wapping, London E1W 1LS

 020 7512 9966  cwharf@knightfrank.com

www.knightfrank.co.uk

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Dawn Sandoval Residential Ltd Dawn Sandoval Residential Sales - Lettings - Property Management

 020 7093 1702  dawn@dawnsandovalresidential.co.uk

Landmark 264 Westferry Road, London E14 3AG  020 7515 0800  info@lmlondon.com

www.lmlondon.com

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FJ Lord 4 Copper Row, Tower Bridge Piazza, Shad Thames SE1 2LH  020 7089 6490  shad.thames@fjlord.co.uk

Savills Canary Wharf 4 Westferry Circus, London  020 7531 2500  canarywharf@savills.com

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www.fjlord.co.uk Henry Wiltshire 2 Laybourne House, Admirals Way london E14 9UH  020 7001 9160  kelly@henrywiltshire.co.uk

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Savills Docklands 80 Wapping High Street, London  020 7456 6800  docklands@savills.com

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Hamptons Tower Bridge 41 Shad Thames London SE1 2NJ

Winkworth Surrey Quays Surrey Quays Shopping Centre SE16 7LL

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Campaign to license agents

Landlords need dose of realism

Report by Cheryl Markosky In true Olympic baton-passing style, Tim Hyatt from Knight Frank handed over the presidency of ARLA (the Association of Residential Lettings Agents) to Savills head of lettings, Jane Ingram. Following on from Hyatt’s five-point plan to develop social media and a one-member one-vote system, Ingram’s main aim is to get all lettings agents licensed.

“An agent is given a licence because he’s had to meet certain criteria,” she

explains. There are also implications with agents looking after clients’ valuable assets – their property. “I think reputable agents want licensing, and so does the public. You wouldn’t get into an unlicensed taxi or use an unlicensed doctor, so why have your home let out and managed by an unlicensed agent?”

And with more people renting – and for longer – she believes this is the right time to press for well qualified and licensed agents.

“You wouldn’t get into an unlicensed taxi or use an unlicensed doctor”

Agents believe many landlords are not being realistic when it comes to pricing. Kamila Tomaskovicova at Henry & James Belgravia says: “While immaculate properties often command a premium, most need to be priced realistically to find a tenant. The problem is these properties stick on the market and become stale. Listen to your agent regarding what price your property can achieve, rather than be greedy.”

Tomaskovicova reports more enquiries, particularly from American and European clients.

“As we head further into summer, we’ll soon see the annual influx of Saudis descending on London.”

She also notes more topend tenants, and recently registered an American with a budget of £5000 a week.”

Jane Ingram, Savills

Rents slip, but family demand increases Annual prime London rents slipped into negative territory for the first time in two years (down 0.4 per cent year-on-year), but family demand is returning to some key sectors, according to the Savills prime London rentals index.

The report notes a decrease in big-ticket tenants in central London, Canary Wharf and Wapping, with traditional high-networth tenants buying rather than renting, to shelter their wealth.

Yet family demand is back in some key sectors of the prime market, but focus is shifting away from core central locations.

International tenants have accounted for 52 per cent of demand in traditionally domestic south-west London, for instance.

Chesterton Humberts reports rent rises of 9.7 per cent in the first quarter of 2012, compared with the same period last year. However, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Chelsea, South

Kensington and Canary Wharf all experienced rent falls. As corporate tenants still account for the main slice of demand in prime locations, the impact of job losses in the financial services industry and reduced corporate budgets has exerted downward pressure on rents.

Robert Bartlett of Chesterton Humberts says: “Quality properties are being let at record prices and in record time; however, properties not meeting all the criteria are suffering.

There’s evidence of localised oversupply on short lets, as a result of some landlords wanting to cash in on inflated rents during the Olympics. We have yet to see how this impacts on the market post-Olympics, as many tenants have opted to delay moving until after the Games when rent negotiations should settle into a more normal pattern.”

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London’s Letting Agency www.brlets.co.uk

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Climate control HIGH-TECH Crestron smart home technology is in control at a newly refurbished three-bedroom house in Graham Terrace, not far from Sloane Square in Belgravia.

There are three floors plus a mezzanine level, and the home’s 2020 sq ft of space includes a reception room with a skylight and plasma TV. An open plan family kitchen and dining room on the lower ground floor lead out into a tiled contemporary garden.

The property includes two bathrooms and a shower room.

Graham Terrace, Belgravia SW1, £2750 per week, Aylesford 020 7351 2383

Among the high-tech fixtures and fittings at a refurbished four-bedroom house in Kensington are climate control, surround sound, an underground safe, and a kitchen food lift.

The luxury home in Ansdell Terrace, south of Kensington High Street, has four floors of flexible living space including a large reception with parquet flooring and a feature fireplace. A fully equipped kitchen has a skylight and doors to a patio, and there’s also an entertainment room.

The master bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe, and the other three bedrooms have en suite bathrooms.

A roof terrace with plenty of entertaining space has superb views across the surrounding treetops.

Ansdell Terrace, Kensington W8, £4700 per week unfurnished, Benham & Reeves Residential Lettings 020 7938 3522

Square house in leafy location All its windows have a leafy outlook. A classic five-bedroom family house in Alexander Square has superb views across the Knightsbridge square’s gardens at the front, and westerly views over more gardens at the rear.

Dating back to 1829, the house has five floors of living space that includes three bathrooms (one en suite), a first floor reception, dining room, family room and study. It has a kitchen and breakfast room, a terrace and a 23ft rear garden, as well as access to the communal gardens.

South of the V&A museum, the property stands on a private road with vehicle access for residents only.

Alexander Square, Knightsbridge SW3, £5250 per week unfurnished, Knight Frank 020 7591 8601

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ORMONDE TERRACE

CRANLEY GARDENS

A delightful, interior designed, contemporary 2 bed maisonette with strip-wood flooring throughout. The property lies in a quiet location on the northern rim of Regent’s Park, not far from London Zoo. The flat, which is located in a modern, portered block, is available immediately for a long let.

A stunning, interior designed, two bedroom flat [3rd floor with lift] in well-maintained period building with caretaker. The property has been refurbished to a high standard, in a contemporary style, and is available end of July for a long let.

2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 single), open plan kitchen/reception, 1 bathroom, porter, park views

2 large double bedrooms, 1 shower room [en-suite], 1 bathroom with shower, reception/dining room, kitchen, communal gardens

£550 per week - Unfurnished

£1,150 per week - furnished

HARRINGTON GARDENS

MONTPELIER SQUARE, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, SW7

A stunning three bedroom, first floor lateral (with lift), extending over two south facing period buildings. Particularly light and spacious throughout with high ceilings, wood floors, and private balcony. The flat measures approximately 1,165 sq/ft.

An impressive double fronted house that has been extensively renovated throughout to provide excellent accommodation and living space.

3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite), reception room, large entrance/dining hall, kitchen, utility room, balcony, access to communal gardens

5 double bedrooms [1 staff], 4 bathrooms [2 en-suite], 28’ first floor reception room, study, family/media room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, 40’ x 16’ roof terrace, high specification av system throughout, air conditioning throughout

£1,200 per week - Unfurnished

£4,750 per week - Unfurnished

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Notting Hill Gate W11

Asking rent £725 per week Nestled amongst the green spaces of Notting Hill this delightful garden flat boasts a lovely west facing rear patio which leads directly on to extensive communal gardens. The main living space benefits from wood flooring and features a well presented reception room with open plan kitchen area. Accommodation consists of two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property is within a short distance of the amenities of Holland Park and the boutiques of the popular Westbourne Grove. Available now. Furnished.

Westminster SW1 Asking price £580 per week An immaculately presented first floor apartment of approximately 1000 sq.ft situated in a small purpose built block overlooking the open space of Vincent Square. The property features two double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite), reception with open-plan kitchen, and a Juliet balcony. Wood floors and contemporary décor.

Lift and day porter. Underground parking. Gym and Jacuzzi. Available now.

Knightsbridge SW1 Asking rent £990 per week A well presented sixth floor flat (with lift) situated in a highly desirable location.

Offering two well proportioned double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite), modern kitchen and a fabulous large roof terrace. The spacious reception featuring parquet flooring and air conditioning leads out on-to a long balcony overlooking Harrods, your local shop! Nearby lock-up garage may be available by separate negotiation. Furnished/Unfurnished.

St. James’s SW1 Asking price £1200 per week A fabulous two bedroom mews house situated in a secluded part of St. James’s and close to the amenities of Piccadilly. Arranged over two floors the property benefits from an abundance of natural light and features wood flooring and a unique conservatory hall leading on-to a small outside area. The living space comprises of a spacious reception, dining room, modern kitchen, large master bedroom with ensuite, and a second double bedroom with separate shower room. Furnished.

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Chapter Street SW1 £2,395,000 Freehold At 2,141 sq ft this superbly refurbished three double bedroom house is the largest of the exclusive Chapter House development.

3 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room, Reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Cloakroom, Garage.

Pimlico Sales 020 7931 8200 pimlicosales@dng.co.uk

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Queen’s Gate Gardens SW7 £1,475 ,000 Share of Freehold A spacious two bedroom ground and first floor maisonette situated on this prestigious garden square in South Kensington.

2 bedrooms, 2 en-suite shower rooms, Reception room, Kitchen, Cloakroom, Terrace (not demised).

Kensington Gate Sales 020 7581 1152 kengatesales@dng.co.uk

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Atwood Road W6 £1,125,000 Freehold Located within a stone’s throw of Ravenscourt Park, this very well presented three double bedroom house really must be seen.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, South facing garden.

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush Sales 020 8563 7100 hammsales@dng.co.uk

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North Chelsea Fulham Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

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South Balham Battersea Battersea Park Clapham Southside

East Putney West Putney Southfields & Earlsfield

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Bassett Road W10 £925,000 Share of Freehold A charming raised ground floor apartment in this wonderful bustling location in North Kensington. The flat enjoys a wonderful drawing room with high ceilings, attractive fireplace and an extremely light bay window.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen.

Notting Hill Sales 020 7727 7777 nhsales@dng.co.uk

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Beauty is in the eye of the Freeholder

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Rutland Gate SW7 £1,495,000 Leasehold

De Vere Mews W8 £1,450,000 Leasehold

A fabulous first floor balcony flat facing south-west over the garden square with an original high ceilinged reception room and state of the art kitchen.

A well-presented and light flat with two bedrooms in this private and gated mews, close to Hyde Park.

Bedroom with en-suite shower room, Reception room, Kitchen, Cloakroom, Balcony.

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen, Lift, Terrace (not demised).

Chelsea Sales 020 7225 1225 chelseasales@dng.co.uk

Kensington Gate Sales 020 7581 1152 kengatesales@dng.co.uk

St. George’s Square SW1 £1,395,000 Leasehold

Palace Court W2 £1,300,000 Share of Freehold

A magnificent raised ground floor flat on this highly desirable Pimlico garden square.

A stunning garden apartment positioned in this popular mansion block that has been refurbished.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room, Reception room, Kitchen, Mezzanine.

2 double bedrooms, En-suite bathroom, Shower room, Open plan kitchen/ reception room, Cloakroom, Communal decked terrace.

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

Kensington Sales 020 7792 1881 kensales@dng.co.uk

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Kensington South Kensington Notting Hill Pimlico & Westminster

South Balham Battersea Battersea Park Clapham Southside

East Putney West Putney Southfields & Earlsfield

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Garway Road W2 £1,250,000 Leasehold

Stamford Cottages SW10 £999,950 Freehold

An extremely bright and spacious upper maisonette consisting of 1,208 sq ft, presented in good condition throughout.

A beautifully refurbished and light two bedroom freehold cottage with a charming patio garden.

3 bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room, Open plan kitchen/reception room.

Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, Second bedroom with en-suite shower room, Reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Cloakroom, Garden.

Notting Hill Sales 020 7727 7777 nhsales@dng.co.uk

Chelsea Sales 020 7225 1225 chelseasales@dng.co.uk

Harcourt Terrace SW10 £945,000 Share of Freehold

Hurlingham Road SW6 £925,000 Leasehold

A top floor two bedroom flat with a large west-facing roof terrace in a handsome period building.

A rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a unique two double bedroom garden flat.

2 bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Terrace.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room, Cloakroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Conservatory, Garden.

Chelsea Sales 020 7225 1225 chelseasales@dng.co.uk

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

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Ladbroke Gardens W11 £849,950 Leasehold

Wardo Avenue SW6 £825,000 Share of Freehold

An attractive top floor apartment in this impressive Victorian building, offering excellent proportioned accommodation.

A wonderfully spacious three bedroom maisonette right in the heart of the Munster Village.

Double bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Communal gardens.

3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Reception room, Kitchen/ breakfast room, Study, Flat roof (planning permission granted for a roof terrace).

Notting Hill Sales 020 7727 7777 nhsales@dng.co.uk

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

Gordon Place W8 £795,000 Leasehold

Cambridge Street SW1 £775,000 Leasehold

A delightful refurbished apartment with private entrance and garden located on this pretty road in Kensington.

This is an outstanding garden flat located in the highly sought after ‘Pimlico Grid’.

2 bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Garden.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, En-suite shower room, Reception room, Kitchen, Garden, Vault.

Kensington Sales 020 7581 1152 kensales@dng.co.uk

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

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Emperor’s Gate SW7 £775,000 Leasehold

Redmore Road W6 £675,000 Freehold

A fabulous, newly refurbished one bedroom flat located on the sought after Emperors gate.

A very well presented and delightful Brackenbury Village cottage located moments from Ravenscourt Park.

Bedroom, En-suite bathroom, Open plan kitchen/reception room.

2 bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Patio.

Kensington Gate Sales 020 7581 1152 kengatesales@dng.co.uk

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush Sales 020 8563 7100 hammsales@dng.co.uk

Danehurst Street SW6 £630,000 Leasehold

Brackenbury Gardens W6 £350,000 Leasehold

We are delighted to offer to the market this fantastic three bedroom garden flat in a popular area of Fulham.

A delightful and well positioned one bedroom flat offered with no onward chain.

3 bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room with open-plan kitchen, Garden.

Bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen.

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

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush Sales 020 8563 7100 hammsales@dng.co.uk

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