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Hans Place, Knightsbridge SW1 An exceptional four bedroom maisonette

An elegant ground floor maisonette situated in one of London’s most prestigious garden squares, with a particularly grand panelled reception room overlooking the communal gardens. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, private terrace, use of communal gardens, resident caretaker. EPC rating E. Approximately 300 sq m (3,228 sq ft) Leasehold: approximately 33 years remaining

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5928 Joint agent: Beauchamp Estates 020 7499 7722

Guide price: ÂŁ5,950,000 (SLA110397)

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Chesham Street, Belgravia SW1 Immaculate four bedroom duplex apartment

An exceptional duplex apartment extending to sum 4,800 sq ft over just two floors, featuring large informal reception rooms and a wonderful turning staircase. Master bedroom suite with dressing room, 3 further bedroom en suites, drawing room, media room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, winter garden, porter. EPC rating C. Approximately 447 sq m (4,820 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5928

Leasehold: approximately 987 years remaining Guide price: ÂŁ13,500,000 (BGV120095)

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Is the open house technique contributing to the increase in sales prices, as would-be purchasers panic when seeing rival bidders viewing at the same time?

Tom Tangney, partner at Knight Frank Kensington, replies…

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The idea of ‘open house’ is often met with horror by some of our buyers and vendors, while others take a more relaxed view.

Either way, it does not necessarily have an upward effect, and in some cases could even have the opposite outcome.

The majority of our buyers require and expect one-to-one service when viewing property, and quite rightly so when they are looking at houses and flats in prime central London that command high values. Without this level of service, a buyer could end up going elsewhere and looking at another property. Also a sense of discretion is often needed as not everyone wants their friends and possibly work colleagues to know what is going on in their personal lives.

On the flip side, some buyers are so keen to acquire a property, especially when it is the right one for them, that they are prepared to offer more than the asking price just to secure it. In some cases, they may have to enter into sealed bids or competitive bidding when they realise others are seeing the house too. This can have an upward effect and a beneficial outcome for the vendor.

So, at some open houses you can end up with no bids as you may have annoyed the buyer so much they will move on to the next property, or you may be a winner and exceed all your expectations.

A cautionary note, though: as a vendor you never really know who is coming through your door, which is why it is important to instruct an agent to act on your behalf.

Unless you have an agent with more than one member of staff attending, and who knows exactly who will be visiting your house, how can you be certain your possessions are safe?

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NEWS AND FEATURES

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MARKET VIEW Mortgage reforms.

Tougher rules will stop borrowing from getting out of hand, reports Robert Bailey.

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CHAPTER & VERSE Super-prime movers.

Buyers are seeking extra value beyond the golden postcodes, reports Tom Bill.

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LONDON VOICE Two-tier market. The gap is widening between the very best and the rest, reports Stuart Bailey.

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PROPERTY TALK Relative values. You can adapt your living space to meet flexible family needs, says Cheryl Markosky.

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MONEY Spanner in the works. Lending restrictions are an attempt to slow down the market, reports Duncan Farmer.

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

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LONDON EYE Brazil scores in London.

South American buyers are playing the beautiful property game in the capital.

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

FOR SALE & TO LET

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MARYLEBONE, MAYFAIR, PIMLICO, BELGRAVIA, KNIGHTSBRIDGE, CHELSEA, SOUTH KENSINGTON, HIGHBURY & ISLINGTON Belgravia transformation. A major refurbishment programme has lifted a luxury apartment on Eaton Place into the 21st century.

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KENSINGTON, NOTTING HILL, PADDINGTON, HOLLAND PARK, FULHAM, BROOK GREEN Contemporary townhouse. Six floors of sheer luxury – with cinema and swimming pool – in the road where Biba was born.

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LETTINGS LOWDOWN Volatile in Mayfair. Stock levels double as landlords catch spring fever, reports Georgina Bartlett

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Caversham Street, Chelsea SW3 Four bedroom house

A stunning, newly refurbished freehold house in this quiet Chelsea location. The house has been extensively renovated and re-designed throughout offering an exceptional quality of finish with an abundance of natural light. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, dining room, media room, roof terrace. EPC rating D. Approximately 199 sq m (2,145 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5928

Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ4,500,000 (SLA110109)

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Rutland Court, Knightsbridge SW1

Exquisite three bedroom lateral apartment in private road Rare to the market, an exquisite three bedroom lateral apartment on a private road in the heart of Knightsbridge. The property has been entirely restructured and refurbished to the highest international standards. 3 bedroom suites, double reception room, media/dining room, bespoke kitchen, cloakroom, air conditioning, under floor heating, resident porter, private parking available for 2 cars. EPC rating C. Approximately 209 sq m (2,255 sq ft)

KnightFrank.co.uk/knightsbridge knightsbridge@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5928

Share of freehold Guide price: £10,500,000 (SLA140114)

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Great Smith Street, Westminster SW1 Extremely rare to market

This three bedroom apartment is located in a desirable building in the heart of Old Westminster. The property is situated on the third floor of this well run mansion block and offers fantastic living accommodation throughout. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 2 further bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, reception/dining room, kitchen, cloakroom, lift. EPC rating E. Approximately 199 sq m (2,144 sq ft)

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

Share of freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,750,000 (BGV140052)

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Studdridge Street, Fulham SW6 Six bedroom family home in Parsons Green

A fantastic house, recently refurbished to a high standard and benefiting from a full basement conversion. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 5 further bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, store room, guest cloakroom, garden. EPC rating D. Approximately 294.41 sq m (3,166 sq ft)

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

Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ3,250,000 (FLH140059)

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Queen’s Gate Gardens, South Kensington SW7

First floor west facing apartment This unique first floor apartment offers a truly stunning west facing reception room.

Master Bedroom with en suite bathroom, bedroom 2, family bathroom, reception room, kitchen, study, roof terrace. EPC rating E. Approximately 107.39 sq m (1,156 sq ft) Share of freehold Guide price: £2,495,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/south-kensington southkensington@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6121 (STK140049)

Bramham Gardens, Earl’s Court SW5

Raised ground floor garden flat This newly refurbished 2 double bedroom apartment features a wonderful reception room with views across to the garden square.

Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, bedroom 2, family shower room, reception room, kitchen, garden. EPC rating D. Approximately 87 sq m (937 sq ft) Share of freehold Guide price: £2,150,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/south-kensington southkensington@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6121 (STK140080)

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Lancaster Road, Wimbledon SW19 Beautiful refurbished house

Magnificent reception room and extensively fitted kitchen/breakfast room. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, 7 further bedrooms, 3 family bathrooms, reception, games room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, gym , storage room, 2 WC’s, garage, garden. EPC rating D. Approximately 404.2 sq m (4,351 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £5,250,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB110064)

Coombe Hill Road, Kingston Upon Thames KT2 Magnificent Period House

Cedar Court was constructed some 500 years ago and was transported brick by brick back to Coombe. Master bedroom suite, 10 further bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, 5 reception rooms, kitchen/family room, 2 bedroom detached annex, cellar, garden, garage. EPC rating F. Approximately 1,347 sq m (14,508 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £14,000,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB140104)

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North Audley Street, Mayfair W1K

Kean Street, Covent Garden WC2

A beautiful three bedroom apartment situated on a prominent street in Mayfair. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, dining area, fully equipped kitchen, guest cloakroom, air conditioning. EPC rating C. Approximately 187 sq m (2,013 sq ft)

A contemporary studio apartment. Spacious reception room/bedroom, bathroom, open plan kitchen, private balcony, lift, comfort cooling, under floor heating. EPC rating B. Approximately 40 sq m (441 sq ft)

Available furnished Guide price: £3,950 per week Mayfair Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7737 mayfairlettings@knightfrank.com

Guide price: £550 per week Mayfair Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7737 mayfairlettings@knightfrank.com

St James’s Place, St James’s SW1

North Audley Street, Mayfair W1K

An outstanding penthouse apartment. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, dining room, separate kitchen, observatory, roof terrace, direct lift access, air conditioning, Sonos system. EPC rating D. Approximately 214 sq m (2,307 sq ft)

A newly refurbished apartment, situated on the first floor. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, reception room, dining area, separate kitchen, guest cloakroom, lift. EPC rating B. Approximately 87 sq m (936 sq ft)

Available furnished Guide price £3,500 per week Mayfair Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7737 mayfairlettings@knightfrank.com

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Available furnished Guide price: £975 per week Mayfair Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 7737 mayfairlettings@knightfrank.com

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

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

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Paradise Walk, Chelsea SW3

The Knightsbridge, Knightsbridge SW7

An immaculate house with a pretty rear garden. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, eat in kitchen, balcony, garden and private parking space. EPC rating C. Approximately 169.5 sq m (1,825 sq ft)

A refurbished apartment in this prestigious Knightsbridge development.

1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, balcony, concierge, gym and swimming pool. EPC rating C. Approximately 66 sq m (715 sq ft)

Available unfurnished Guide price: £1,850 per week Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 7591 8601 knightsbridgelettings@knightfrank.com

Available furnished Guide price: £1,750 per week Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 7591 8601 knightsbridgelettings@knightfrank.com

Onslow Square, South Kensington SW7

Sloane Street, Knightsbridge SW1X

An attractive maisonette with direct access to communal gardens.

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, open plan kitchen and access to communal gardens. EPC rating F. Approximately 78 sq m (838 sq ft).

A modern first floor apartment boasting high ceilings and wood floors throughout. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, reception room, kitchen and good storage. EPC rating D. Approximately 62 sq m (663 sq ft)

Available furnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £695 per week

Guide price: £695 per week

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

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

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

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

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Beaufort Street, Chelsea SW3

Cheyne Walk, Chelsea SW3

A beautiful upper maisonette situated within a well maintained conversion in the heart of Chelsea. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, terrace. EPC rating E. Approximately 113 sq m (1,218 sq ft)

A well-proportioned flat on the second floor of this well maintained and secure building benefitting from a porter and communal gardens.

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, reception room, cloakroom, balcony, lift, porter. EPC rating C. Approximately 93 sq m (1,001 sq ft)

Available furnished Guide price: £1,050 per week Chelsea Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 6023 chelsealettings@knightfrank.com

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Old Church Street, Chelsea SW3

Beaufort Street, Chelsea SW3

This third floor flat (with lift) is built around a landscaped courtyard. The apartment has been fully modernised throughout including underfloor heating and air conditioning. Bedroom, bathroom, reception room, kitchen. EPC rating E. Approximately 58 sq m (620 sq ft)

Charming and bright one bedroom flat on the top floor of this period building on Beaufort Street. The flat has excellent storage and benefits from a roof terrace. Bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/dining room, reception room, roof terrace. EPC rating B. Approximately 51.54 sq m (555 sq ft)

Available furnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £650 per week

Guide price: £575 per week

Chelsea Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 6023 chelsealettings@knightfrank.com

Chelsea Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings 020 3641 6023 chelsealettings@knightfrank.com

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

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

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Queens Gate Gardens, South Kensington SW7

Bolton Gardens, South Kensington SW5

Bright and spacious third floor apartment in a period conversion overlooking communal gardens. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, reception room. EPC rating D. Approximately 96 sq m (1,026 sq ft)

A beautifully presented top floor duplex apartment to rent with a great feeling of space. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, 2 balconies. EPC rating D. Approximately 102 sq m (1,091 sq ft)

Available unfurnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £925 per week

Guide price: £895 per week

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

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

Brechin Place, South Kensington SW7

Queen’s Gate, South Kensington SW7

This property has been refurbished to an exceptional standard and benefits from wooden floors and high ceilings throughout. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, reception room, garden. EPC rating C. Approximately 80 sq m (864 sq ft)

A newly refurbished flat in a period conversion located moments from Hyde Park. Master bedroom suite with a patio, second bedroom, bathroom, reception room, kitchen. EPC rating D. Approximately 103 sq m (1,108 sq ft)

Available unfurnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £795 per week

Guide price: £1,000 per week

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

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

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

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

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1 NEWLY REFURBISHED FAMILY HOUSE WITH GARDEN AND OFF-STREET PARKING

oakley street, sw3

3 reception rooms ø kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø 3 further bedrooms ø further bathroom and shower room ø self contained flat comprising kitchen/reception room, bedroom, shower room, laundry ø 36ft garden ø off-street parking ø 309 sq m (3,329 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Savills Knightsbridge

Savills Sloane Street

William Duckworth-Chad wdchad@savills.com

Charles Holbrook cholbrook@savills.com

020 7581 5234

020 7730 0822

Guide £6.25 million Freehold

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1 GRADE II LISTED HOUSE WITH PASSENGER LIFT

ovington square, sw3

Drawing room ø dining room ø family room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø master bedroom suite ø 4 further bedrooms (3 en suite) ø family bathroom ø lift ø garden ø 347 sq m (3,744 sq ft)

Hanover Private Office

Savills Knightsbridge

Alexander Newall alex.newall@hanoverprivateoffice.com

Barbara Allen baallen@savills.com

020 7935 5797

020 7581 5234

Price on application Freehold

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1 BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED FLAT WITH IMPRESSIVE CEILING HEIGHTS

halkin street, sw1

Entrance hall ø drawing room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 2 bedroom suites ø guest cloakroom ø roof terrace and balcony ø access to Montrose Place gardens and Belgrave Square gardens (subject to annual fee and key) ø Grade II listed ø 112 sq m (1,210 sq ft)

Ayrton Wylie

Savills Sloane Street

Simon Ayrton sayrton@ayrtonwylie.com

Christian Warman cgwarman@savills.com

020 7730 4628

020 7730 0822

Guide £3.5 million Leasehold, approximately 119 years remaining

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1 DOUBLE FRONTED MEWS HOUSE WITH GARAGE

knightsbridge, sw7

Reception room ø kitchen/dining room ø 4 bedrooms (2 en suite) ø family bathroom ø guest cloakroom ø utility room ø garage ø roof terrace ø 202 sq m (2,170 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Savills Sloane Street

Savills Knightsbridge

Tom Lamb tlamb@savills.com

William Duckworth-Chad wdchad@savills.com

020 7730 0822

020 7581 5234

Guide £4.95 million Freehold

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A WELL LAID OUT LATERAL FLAT 250 METRES FROM SLOANE SQUARE lower sloane street, sw1 Reception room ø dining room ø kitchen ø 3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø balcony ø lift ø porter ø 123 sq m (1,329 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Guide £2.35 million Leasehold

Savills Sloane Street Tom Wilson twilson@savills.com

020 7730 0822

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LATERAL FLAT IN PRESTIGIOUS, PORTERED MANSION BLOCK ashley gardens, sw1 Entrance hall ø reception room ø dining room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 2 bedroom suites ø further bedroom ø bathroom ø utility room ø balcony ø lift ø porter ø 282 sq m (3,041 sq ft) ø EPC=F

Guide £3.35 million Leasehold

Savills Sloane Street Tom Wilson twilson@savills.com

020 7730 0822

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1 STUNNING GROUND AND LOWER GROUND FLOOR MAISONETTE

harrington gardens, sw7

Reception room ø eat in kitchen ø master bedroom en suite bathroom and dressing room ø second bedroom ø shower room ø patio ø terrace ø direct access to communal gardens ø 112 sq m (1,210 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Savills Chelsea Charlie Bubear cbubear@savills.com

020 7578 9000 Guide £2.65 million Leasehold, approximately 989 years remaining plus Share of Freehold

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A BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED APARTMENT SITUATED WITHIN A NEWLY DESIGNED BUILDING

eccleston square, sw1

2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø communal gardens ø lift ø 133 sq m (1,432 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C

Savills Sloane Street Stevie Walmesley swalmesley@savills.com

020 7824 9005 Unfurnished £1,100 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

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A BEAUTIFULLY REFURBISHED PERIOD CONVERSION APARTMENT walpole street, sw3 2 bedrooms (1 en suite) ø further bathroom ø double reception room ø conservatory ø private garden ø high ceilings ø wooden flooring ø period features ø 103 sq m (1,113 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C

Unfurnished £1,300 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

Savills Chelsea Oliver Mellotte omellotte@savills.com

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CONTEMPORARY AND BEAUTIFULLY REFURBISHED TOWNHOUSE elystan place, sw7 6 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø separate eat in kitchen ø roof terrace ø 267 sq m (2,883 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=E

Unfurnished £3,950 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

Savills Chelsea Izzy Birch-Reynardson ibreynardson@savills.com

020 7578 9020 *£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/ guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished.

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marketview The London property market is surprisingly selfregulating, reports property finder Robert Bailey.

Prices have been going up and up for years now, with many so-called pundits claiming that the market was going to crash. Just because prices are going up quickly does not mean they are going to fall quickly, however. You have to look at the economics fuelling the price rises: should those economic pressures continue, so will house price rises.

Until recently, I was concerned that the government was going to intervene to try and slow house price growth. This would have been unnecessary as the top end of the market was already slowing. With the introduction of the Mortgage Market Review, the market has slowed even further. Even though many homes are purchased with cash in prime central London, these high-net-worth individuals will then get a mortgage after the sale is completed.

With mortgage rates so low, it only makes sense not to tie up capital. The new rules make it surprisingly difficult for even wealthy people to obtain a mortgage.

Recently I was talking to a banker who specialises in mortgages for the top end of the market. One extremely wealthy client could not get a mortgage on agreeable terms because he had no proof of income.

Couple the MMR with a strong pound and the simple fact that most high-net-worth individuals looking to move to London have already done so, and you see a steady drop in demand. Growth is being seen in the inner suburbs where there have been years of pent-up demand from domestic buyers who wanted to move but were hesitant in a shaky economy. Properties within a one-hour commute of London are also seeing strong demand.

Wages are finally outpacing inflation for the first time in decades, confidence is returning and people are simply tired of having their lives on hold waiting to move. That said, this level of the market is also being affected by the MMR. It is fine for those who have steadily paid down the mortgage since the beginning of the credit crunch, but first-time buyers or those looking to make a big leap up the property ladder may find it difficult to secure the finance they require.

I don’t see a property bubble forming as I think the mortgage reforms will keep prices in check. For the most part, the reforms are sensible and will stop people taking out mortgages they cannot afford when interest rates go up. This slowdown can only be a good thing because even from the perspective of a property professional, things were getting out of hand.

Chapter & Verse The super-prime property map of London is changing as the financial crisis starts to ease, reports Tom Bill, Knight Frank’s head of London Residential Research With macro-economic risks receding, fewer foreign buyers are seeking the ‘safe haven’ appeal of London property.

Average annual price growth across prime central London in the year to April slowed to 7.5 per cent, but the figure is noticeably lower in the higher price brackets: annual growth for £10 millionplus properties was 3.3 per cent.

This moderation in the rate of growth comes as buyers increasingly seek value beyond the ‘golden postcodes’ of Mayfair, Knightsbridge and Belgravia and vendors become more realistic on pricing. In 2013, 51 per cent of super-prime deals were in one of those three districts compared to 26 per cent so far in 2014.

Super-prime property prices grew strongly in the immediate fallout of the financial crisis and to some extent the rest of prime central London is now catching up, helping to explain the divergence in performance between the £10 million-plus and the rest of the prime London market.

British buyers are increasingly stepping into the place of foreign buyers as threats like the collapse of the eurozone diminish.

Combined with an improving UK economy, it means there are more British buyers in the super-prime bracket than at any time since the collapse of Lehman Brothers.

UK buyers have accounted for 53 per cent of the market since the start of 2014, up from 36 per cent last year and 27 per

cent in 2012. The combined figure for UK and European buyers is 79 per cent this year versus 46 per cent in 2013, a notable increase that underlines how sustainable demand remains for super-prime property.

This is also demonstrated by the fact transaction levels have jumped markedly.

There was a 54 per cent increase in the number of £10 million-plus deals done in the 12 months to the end of April compared to the previous year.

Areas such as Marylebone and Hyde Park are becoming firmly established on London’s super-prime map as buyers seek more square feet for their money and developers increasingly provide the type of ultra-luxury accommodation they demand north of Hyde Park and in other areas of London.

Buyers are also more willing than ever to pay a premium for flats over houses.

The average price for a super-prime flat is £3460 per square foot compared to £2545 for houses.

A recent Sunday Times report underlined how strong London’s appeal remains despite the changing political and economic background. London is home to more billionaires than any other city in the world, which underlines how the less tangible selling points of culture, heritage, rule of law and the British education system are as relevant as ever.

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Special report by Stuart Bailey, head of Knight Frank Belgravia

While much comment is made about the disconnect between the London property market and the wider UK housing market, there is plenty of evidence of a two-tier market even within prime central London itself.

The gap is certainly widening between prices achieved for the very best and the rest, between those properties that have been newly refurbished to the optimum standard and those that are even just a few years old and ‘second hand’. Add to this the demand for flats over houses in the very best postcodes and a distinct pattern is emerging.

Knight Frank’s Belgravia office, where I am based, has sold twice as many flats as houses within the last 12 months.

From one Belgravia street literally to the next, flats can sell for £3500 per sq ft and houses for £1800 per sq ft.

The prevalence of foreign buyers driving

this turnkey apartment market is old news and no longer the main talking point.

Having said that, it’s unlikely that global harmony is around the corner and so we will continue to see no shortage of buyers from around the world.

More to the point, buyers in general have seen and experienced the quality that is achievable and rarely have the inclination or infrastructure to undertake the necessary project. Even though growth in the golden postcodes of central London may be slowing, record-breaking prices are still being achieved for the very best products.

More discerning buyers with a genuine requirement to make the right decision in order to preserve equity are driving these record sales. UK buyers, especially those having sold shares or businesses and sitting on cash, are active buyers joining in the fray searching out and paying for the best in class.

Paloma’s ‘new favourite band’ Chances are if you’ve ever been to a corporate event in London, you or someone you know has encountered Madhen. Last year the band played over 120 dates across the globe. Even as the economy dive-bombed they continued to soar, making an impression wherever they performed. It’s unlikely they’ll ever be honoured for services to the music industry, but they entertained the royals at the other (Zara Philips and Mike Tindall) family wedding in 2011. Paloma Faith has called them her ‘new favourite band’.

“We’re lucky that we can bounce around from industry to industry – when the banks stopped partying in 2008, the pharma’s found plenty to celebrate. Now it’s the turn of the automotive and oil industry,” says guitarist Martyn Hope.

“We have to be different – and stand out from the crowd. We’ve invested a lot of time, energy and money in making our band a successful business.

We’re always looking for opportunities to evolve,” says bass player Andy Nichol.

Find out more about MADHEN at: www.madhen.net

propertytalk Flexible living means flexible homes, reports Cheryl Markosky A fifth of parents who moved house over the past few months wanted a bigger home because they were expecting their children to stay with them until their late 20s, says a new Royal Mail survey.

Offspring remaining at home, grannies moving in and grandchildren needing space to bed down for the night are only some of the factors leading to a more adaptable approach when it comes to how we use our property.

Will Duckworth-Chad at Savills Knightsbridge explains that the next generation are acutely aware of rising prices, “For most, affording a prime central London pad on their own is out of the question. A family home in Knightsbridge is a very attractive option in comparison to paying rent for an outer London abode, leaving parents to cater for their offspring for longer than traditionally expected.”

He believes that while upsizing might appear to be the most obvious solution, basement conversions and reconfiguring existing living spaces are useful alternatives, “potentially adding plenty of extra useable square footage to a property, as well as increasing its value.”

Guy Meacock from buying agency Prime Purchase is not convinced that upsizing is the best idea generally, but admits there is something to be said for getting children to pay their parents rent: “At least this avoids deposits and rent reviews, and the landlord kicking them out.”

He suggests that if a homeowner has the space, then converting a basement into a self-contained flat has its attractions, as the children, parents or nanny can come and go as they please.

“Self-contained accommodation could also be created on an upper floor by creating a kitchenette, although this is a less desirable approach due to a lack of separate access.”

It’s also worth bearing in mind that reselling a property can be tricky if you have divided it up into two units, unless it can be easily converted back into one dwelling, adds Meacock.

Another option to house all those family members is to look at a freehold multi-unit property where you can rent out the unused portions to create income, and then consolidate units to make larger family spaces as and when you need them, comments Salar Majnouni of Prime Realty Estate Agents in Kensington.

“Once the kids have finally moved out, you could convert the house back to multiple units, subject to planning, creating income and reducing personal overheads,” he adds.

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Balancing act

Following the introduction of new mortgage regulations in April, lenders are taking a closer look at an applicant’s income and expenditure, where regular financial commitments count against you. Reducing these will help you achieve higher borrowing levels and hopefully what you need.

At a time when higher loan-to-value products are falling in cost, perhaps using some of your deposit to eliminate debt and end up with one slightly larger but more manageable payment may be sensible.

It depends how much deposit you have, but taking a 90 per cent mortgage over an 85 per cent mortgage may be worth considering in certain circumstances.

Restrictions aim to slow down the market, reports Duncan Farmer private bank that would take an individual view on each application or a broker who has access to all lenders.

In any event, the London market is driven by factors way beyond domestic demand. Russians may no longer be so free with their cash in the capital after sanctions introduced after the Ukraine crisis, but the Chinese, who are now seeing house prices tumble in some of their big cities – which has been followed by ‘civil unrest’ – are looking for a safer bet. In the boom times, they were restricted to buying only one apartment in new developments, so cities such as London were also attractive.

London may also be a better bet than Dubai, where property prices rose by 27.7 per cent in the past 12 months, and suggestions that the bubble is about to burst there do not seem wide of the mark.

The other problem facing a UK government that is concerned about prices getting too high is that the Conservatives have always been a party of home ownership, and have done much to try to get youngsters their first home. Trying to restrict the top end of the market while stimulating the bottom (through schemes such as Help to Buy) is a balancing act the Treasury will find hard to achieve.

In any case, the latest mortgage approval figures suggest that fewer loans are being granted across the board – almost certainly as a result of tighter restrictions from the Mortgage Market Review – and that may well prevent the domestic market getting out of control.

News that the Lloyds Banking Group, which includes Halifax, Bank of Scotland and Scottish Widows Bank, has introduced restrictions on housebuyers who want to borrow £500,000 or more is an attempt to slow down the booming London property market. As the Lloyds group accounts for about a quarter of all mortgage lending in the UK, it is well placed to put a spanner – well aimed or not – into the works.

The bank is still partly owned by the taxpayer, but denies that it has come under any pressure from the Treasury, a claim some may find hard to believe, although the fact that other lenders have followed suit seems to bear this out.

Mark Carney, the governor of the Bank of England, has described rising house prices as the biggest threat to the economic recovery, although he received some good news recently when figures showed that manufacturing was growing and consumer spend and house prices were slowing, which suggests that the economy is rebalancing. The only fly in the ointment is that lending to businesses has fallen.

Restrictions of the sort introduced by Lloyds and others are unlikely to have a big impact on most buyers with an annual salary of £125,000 or more – which is what they’d need if they wanted to borrow £500,000 on Lloyds’ four times annual salary rule – as many would either go to a

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High growth abroad Although house prices in the country as a whole have increased at a rate of between eight and nine per cent over the past year – the figures vary between the Land Registry, Halifax, Nationwide and Knight Frank – growth here is nothing compared with reports from around the world.

Knight Frank found that Dubai topped the league, followed by China at 17.5 per cent, Estonia (16.2 per cent) and Turkey (13.8 per cent). In Dubai, where authorities fear a bubble, expat buyers will need a deposit of 25 per cent and domestic buyers need a minimum of 20 per cent as the government imposes a loan-to-value cap on mortgages.

The UK as a whole comes twelfth in the table, although the London market would make the top three.

Current Best Buy Mortgages

Fixed Rate – 2 years

Source: John Charcol Lender

Rate

Until

Rev. Rate

APR

Max. LTV

HLC

Accord

1.94%

30/6/16

5.99%

5.7% APR

65%

No

2/1% to 30/6/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

Platform

2.04%

31/7/16

4.75%

4.6% APR

70%

No

2/1% to 31/6/19. Can repay up to £1,000 p.m. ERC free. £1,089

ERC

Product Exit Fee Fee £975

Notes

£90

Available with offset facility at 2.14%.

£106

Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees up to £500K loan size.

Available with offset facility at 2.34%.

Accord

2.14%

30/6/16

5.99%

5.7% APR

75%

No

2/1% to 30/6/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£975

£90

Leeds

2.49%

31/8/16

5.69%

5.5% APR

80%

No

3/2% to 31/8/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999

£199

Leek

2.99%

31/7/16

5.19%

5.1% APR

90%

Yes

2% to 31/7/16. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£995

£75

£250 cashback. Not available on flats

Saffron

4.77%

30/11/16

5.39%

5.3% APR

95%

No

3% to 30/11/16. Can repay up top 10% p.a. ERC free

£495

Purchase only. Not available to FTBs but alternative £150 for FTBs with 12m rental history available at 4.97%.

Hinckley & Rugby

4.89%

2 years

5.64%

5.6% APR

95%

No

Nil

£990

£150 Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees.

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12.1%

Average rise in property prices in Brazil, World Cup host.

£459,000

Average price of a home in London, according to the Office for National Statistics.

APPROVALS HIT A LOW LEVEL

Borrowers can relax for a little longer

Mortgage approvals fell to their lowest level in nine months in April, and were 17 per cent below the peak they hit in January this year. On top of that, net lending fell by £100 million, from £1.8 billion to £1.7 billion.

Experts say this is good news as it means the economy is no longer relying so heavily on the property market to propel growth. However, at the same time lending to business fell by £2.4 billion, according to Bank of England figures, and among small businesses it fell by £629 million.

Analysts had predicted in recent months that the interest rate widely forecast for spring 2015 would be brought forward to this autumn, but Mark Carney, the governor of the Bank of England, has hinted strongly that this would be too soon.

Speaking in a television interview about the general state of the economy, and specifically about unemployment, he said: “Despite recent progress, significant slack remains in the labour market . . . the MPC (Monetary Policy Committee) judged that there was scope to make further inroads into slack before the first increase in bank rate was necessary.”

The Bank had previously said that a rate rise would be considered when unemployment fell below seven per cent, a figure to which it is now close. It was stressed that a rise would not be automatic.

Borrowers can relax for a few months more.

62,918

Mortgages granted in April, down from 66,563 in March.

3.83

Times their salary – the amount the average first-time buyer in London borrows.

Nationally the figure is 3.42 per cent.

Fixed Rate – 5 years / Variable, including tracker and discount Lender

Rate

Until

Rev. Rate

APR

Max. LTV

HLC

ERC

Product Fee

Exit Fee

Notes

Platform

3.04%

31/7/19

4.75%

4.5% APR

60%

No

5/4/3/2/1% to 31/7/19. Can repay up to £1,000 p.m. ERC free.

£1,589

Accord

3.04%

30/6/19

5.99%

5.7% APR

75%

No

4/4/3/2/1% to 30/6/19. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£975

£106 Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees up to £500K loan size. £90

Available with offset facility at 3.24%.

Hinckley & Rugby

3.39%

30/4/19

5.64%

5.4% APR

80%

No

5/4/3/2/1% to 30/4/19. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free.

£2,190

£150

Free valuation. On remortgages free legal fees.

Clydesdale

3.89%

31/8/19

4.95%

4.8% APR

85%

No

5/5/4/3/2% to 31/8/19. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999

£195

On remortgages free valuation/legal fees

Yorkshire Bank

4.29%

31/8/19

4.95%

4.9% APR

90%

No

5/5/4/3/2% to 31/8/19. Can repay up to 10% p.a. ERC free

£999

£195

On remortgages free valuation/legal fees

Saffron

4.87%

31/8/19

5.39%

5.3% APR

95%

No

3% to 31/8/19. Can repay up top 10% p.a. ERC free

£495

£150

Purchase only. £500 cashback.

Furness

1.50% (4.04% disc)

2 years

5.54%

5.2% APR

70%

No

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

£999

£90

On remortgages free valuation and free legal fees.

Marsden

1.99% (3.96% disc) 31/7/17

5.95%

5.5% APR

80%

No

3/3/2% to 31/7/17. Can repay up to 5% p.a. ERC free

£998

£150

Free valuation.

Marsden

2.59% (3.36% disc) 30/6/17

5.95%

5.6% APR

85%

No

3/3/2% to 30/6/17. Can repay up to 5% p.a. ERC free

£998

£150

Free valuation.

Furness

2.45% (3.09% disc)

2 years

5.54%

5.3% APR

90%

No

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

£999

£90

On remortgages free valuation and free legal fees.

Mansfield

4.49% (1.10% disc)

3 years

5.59%

5.5% APR

95%

No

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

£499

£75

Purchase only. Valuation fee refund.

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

Brazil scores in prime London Brazil is now trying to win the London property game. As wealth levels grow and the middle class population expands in South America, buyers from countries like Brazil and Argentina are increasingly making their presence felt in the prime London property market, reports Knight Frank.

The number of South American buyers in London doubled in 2013 from the previous year, with Brazil accounting for 58 per cent of buyers from the continent, and Argentina the second largest group at 19 per cent.

“Rising commodity exports and a consumer boom has led to strong wealth creation in countries like Brazil and Argentina,” said Tom Bill, head of London Research at Knight Frank. “While London hasn’t always been the first choice for South Americans, more of their emerging wealth is being spent here as global property buyers become more mobile.” Knight Frank’s 2014 Wealth Report forecast a 42 per cent rise in the number of individuals in South America with net assets of 30 million US dollars between 2013 and 2023, compared to 21 per cent growth in Europe and 20 per cent in North America. The number of South Americans searching for prime London homes online grew by 43 per cent in the year to May, Knight Frank data shows.

Races, tea and cakes Winkworth estate agent is sponsoring a race day and the tea and cake event at Charles Stanley Cowes Classics Week from 21 to 25 July.

The world-famous regatta hosted by the Royal London Yacht Club attracts around 600 competitors and 150 boats over the five days of racing. In conjunction with the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, the Winkworth event on 23 July will feature up to three races and contribute to the overall week’s winner.

Winkworth will also provide tea and cakes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and refreshments for the prizegiving tea on Friday. The sponsorship comes at a time when Winkworth is preparing to launch a coastal campaign to promote their offices and properties.

Transforming the face of Mayfair Mayfair prices are expected to play catch-up with neighbouring Knightsbridge and Belgravia in the next five years, according to Harrods Estates.

The estate agency predicts that within two years prices will increase from current levels of £2113 per square foot to well in excess of £7500 per square foot for super-prime property.

Significant changes are under way in Mayfair.

The Grosvenor Estate has masterminded the regeneration of Mount Street and South Audley Street to create one of London’s most exclusive retail and restaurant destinations.

The removal of the American Embassy to Nine Elms, and the redevelopment of the embassy site into a signature hotel, will transform the current ambience of Grosvenor Square and Grosvenor Street.

Price growth in Mayfair will also be supported by the greatest concentration of prestigious new developments in central London, including 20 Grosvenor Square, 1 Grosvenor Square, South Audley Street Car Park, 77 South Audley Street,

56-60 Curzon Street, The Clarges Estate, In-andOut Club, and 30 Old Burlington Street.

Simon Barry, head of New Developments at Harrods Estates, said: “High-profile developers like Finchatton, Native Land and British Land, as well as new entrants to the market Luxlo, Caudwell Developments and the Indian group Lodha, are working on a pipeline of outstanding new luxury developments in prime Mayfair, all scheduled to complete between 2015 and 2019.

“We expect these schemes to break current pricing records and match what we are currently achieving for the best developments in Knightsbridge. Most of these projects have been possible because of ‘change of use’ from office to residential, but they will also set new standards for residential architecture and transform the face of Mayfair as we know it today.“ At the heart of the area’s regeneration, a townhouse (pictured) on South Audley Street is currently on the market for £9.5m – that’s £2219 per sq ft. Harrods Estates 020 7409 9001.

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More signs of a slowdown The central London market is showing further signs of a slowdown, reports Sandfords, declaring that viewing levels and applicant registrations have descended.

Director Andrew Ellinas (pictured) says: “Following a sustained period of rapid growth, signs of a slowdown in the prime central London market are becoming progressively evident and price levels have topped for the time being. In May, the average number of viewings declined, demonstrating an ease in demand levels.

Although prices have not yet fallen, they have stalled.”

Viewing figures have dropped by 45 per cent and applicant registrations have also fallen by 40 per cent compared to this time last year, according to Sandfords.

Ellinas believes the reason for the slowdown is simple: buyers are refusing to pay current asking prices for properties

in central London after they rocketed out of control.

“Prices surged to unbelievable levels and it is only now that buyers are putting a stop to such premiums.

We estimate that 45 per cent of the properties we are instructed to sell are now over-priced by 10 per cent, and an additional 25 per cent of properties by as much as 20 per cent,” he said.

“A small percentage of our current stock has recently been reduced in price as some vendors recognise this recent change in the market, but all vendors need to be willing to follow suit if they want to sell their property in what has become an uncertain market.”

Buyers are more cautious Buyers are becoming more sensitive to high prices in prime central London, reports Knight Frank. The supply of property is now growing faster than demand as rising prices are making buyers more cautious.

The average number of applicants registered in May fell while stock levels continued to climb steadily, and there is a growing sense that the market is pausing for breath, according to the agent. New mortgage approvals fell for the third consecutive month in April, according to the British Banking Association.

“Such sensitivity to the pace of price growth has been felt at the top end of the prime central London market for more than a year,” said Tom Bill, Knight Frank’s head of London Residential Research. “While it is spreading to lower price brackets, there is no discernible effect yet on the sub-£2 million market, where properties are selling quickly and sealed bids are prevalent.”

Together again Foster and Rogers are together again as they aim to reinvent the Albert Embankment in a St James development on two riverside sites – The Corniche and Merano Residences. Both are due to complete in 2017.

St James is building 208 homes designed by two leading architectural practices, Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners and Foster + Partners.

Previously brownfield land, the area is set to be transformed into a hub of offices, residential and retail units.

With the general election looming next year, which typically creates an air of uncertainty, Knight Frank is expecting price growth in prime central London to fall to zero in 2015.

One separate trend is the price gap that has opened between high-value flats and larger houses, primarily driven by demand among foreign buyers for lateral apartments over multi-storey homes. This means some buyers are reconsidering their options in core central London markets where prices of £1800 per square foot for a house can compare to £2500 and more for a flat.

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Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

Belgrave Road £575,000 Leasehold An immaculate newly refurbished one bedroom apartment. EPC: D

Sutherland Street £540,000 Share of Freehold A well proportioned one bedroom apartment situated within the ‘Pimlico Grid’ EPC: D

Reynolds House £895,000 Leasehold Beautifully finished three bedroom apartment in Westminster. EPC: E

Denbigh Street £2,800,000 Freehold An excellent well presented classic period Pimlico house. EPC: E

Hamptons Pimlico & Westminster Sales. 020 7717 5315 pimwest@hamptons-int.com

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Buckingham Place £4,250,000 Freehold A beautifully refurbished Georgian house in central Westminster. EPC: C

St. George’s Square £1,250,000 Leasehold A stylish three bedroom maisonette on St. George’s Square. EPC: E

Ormond House £895,000 Leasehold A fabulous two bedroom apartment overlooking gardens. EPC: C

Lupus Street £679,500 Share of Freehold A fabulous two bedroom apartment with a charming rear garden. EPC: D

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New boundaries This magnificent Bloomsbury townhouse dating from around 1754 was sympathetically refurbished in 2006, restoring original features while incorporating more modern elements such as the subterranean swimming pool complex with steam room and whirlpool bath.

Among other luxurious contemporary comforts introduced at the Grade II listed property in John Street are the manicured garden, the bespoke integrated kitchen, and the impressive master bedroom suite. A Chinese Chippendale balustrade adorns the main staircase that sweeps up through the house from ground to second floor.

The main house is currently arranged as four bedrooms, three bathrooms, three receptions and the large kitchen and family room. The lower ground

floor is set out as a self-contained twobedroom flat for staff or guests.

Jeremy James of Knight Frank Marylebone and West End said: “It is rare to find houses of this size and quality in Bloomsbury. We believe this will set new boundaries in terms of pricing for sales of houses in WC1.”

John Street is one of Bloomsbury’s most prestigious locations and is handy for the boutiques of fashionable Lambs Conduit Street, shopping at the Brunswick Centre, and the green spaces of Coram’s Fields and Red Lion Square.

John Street, Bloomsbury WC1, guide price £6.95m, Knight Frank 020 3435 6440, Hurford Salvi Carr 020 7299 3322

Palace penthouse Built by Henry VIII, St James’s Palace is one of several historic London landmarks on show from the magnificent wraparound terrace at Palace View Penthouse.

This newly refurbished luxury apartment on the fifth and sixth floors of a portered building in St James’s Street has superb views and extensive terracing across more than 800 sq ft of outside space.

The lower floor has three to four double bedrooms and three en suite bathrooms, and the top floor features a living, kitchen and dining room, and a dramatic 40ft formal reception with floor-to-ceiling glass doors.

Palace View Penthouse, St James’s Street SW1, £12m, Knight Frank 020 7499 1012

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Transformed for the 21st century Eaton Place, named after the Grosvenor family’s ancestral home at Eaton Hall in Cheshire, is a series of classical terraces originally laid out by Victorian master builder Thomas Cubitt from 1826 to 1850.

A luxury three-bedroom apartment on the raised ground and lower ground floors at this exclusive Belgravia address has been transformed for 21st century living following a major refurbishment programme by developer Kapital Estates.

The property is a fusion of classic and contemporary style and its upper level offers grand living space featuring detailed cornicing and Chesney’s Palladium & Devonshire white marble fireplaces with remotecontrolled gas fires. There’s also bespoke panelling, American solid walnut herringbone flooring, and Sonos sound through B&W recessed speakers.

A superb kitchen and breakfast room has a glazed roof structure with self-cleaning glass and powered sky windows. It also contains underfloor heating, wall-tofloor Corian worktop and shelving, and the full range of Miele appliances.

High spec, high-tech fixtures and fittings throughout the home include air-conditioning, Hamilton and John Cullen lighting, Masiero chandeliers and wall lighting, and Joseph Giles ironmongery.

Bedrooms and en suite bathrooms offer leather headboarding, bespoke walnut joinery and Starck X thermostatic controls. ADT security provides panic buttons, intruder alarm and video entry control on both floors.

Distinguished former residents of Eaton Place include Lord Kelvin (1824-1907), physicist, inventor and mathematician, who lived at No 15 and now rests in Westminster Abbey alongside Isaac Newton.

Eaton Place, Belgravia SW1, guide price £7.35m, Knight Frank 020 7881 7722, Savills 020 7730 0822

“ This is a stunning, newly refurbished, three-doublebedroom apartment with excellent reception space” Richard Dalton, Savills Sloane Street

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Botany balcony MANSIONS A two-bedroom apartment on the second floor of a mansion block on the Old Brompton Road enjoys excellent natural light and plenty of storage space.

The home at The Mansions features an entrance hall, reception and kitchen, master bedroom, second bedroom and bathroom.

Nearest tube stations are Earls Court and West Brompton, and the museums of South Kensington are easy walking distance.

The Mansions, Old Brompton Road SW5, guide price £1.6m, Savills Chelsea 020 7578 9000

Just across the road from Chelsea’s Physic Garden, a three-bedroom balcony flat on the second floor of Cheyne Court has recently been redecorated in Farrow and Ball colours.

The mansion flat off Royal Hospital Road offers almost 1500 sq ft of lateral living space in a building set behind a gated and landscaped courtyard, monitored by a team of porters.

All the main rooms enjoy excellent natural light from open aspects. The double reception room has a feature fireplace with limestone surround and raised hearth, wide oak flooring, three sash windows, and French windows out onto the balcony.

With a sash window serving oblique views towards the Physic Garden, the kitchen and breakfast room

features a central island and wooden work surfaces, integrated appliances and oak flooring.

The master bedroom has fitted wardrobes and a bay window overlooking the central courtyard, and bedrooms two and three look out across the gardens of Cheyne Place. One is double aspect and has another window with Physic Garden views.

Cheyne Court, Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea SW3, £2.95m, Kaye & Carey 020 7590 0066

Low-cost journey to Knightsbridge Refurbished two years ago, a two-bedroom flat on the third floor in Egerton Gardens represents a relatively inexpensive way to move into one of the smartest pockets of Knightsbridge.

The home of almost 600 sq ft has superb open views across the communal gardens as well as sole access to an undemised flat roof – which could be turned into a roof terrace. The main rooms have basket-weave cornicing and soundproofed wood flooring, and the reception contains a marble mantelpiece.

Egerton Gardens, Knightsbridge SW3, guide price £1,295,000, Kaye & Carey 020 7590 0066

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REVIEW Priory penthouse in Victorian mansion A penthouse apartment on the fourth floor of a Victorian mansion block in Drayton Gardens features a double reception with a working fireplace, together with a formal dining room connected to the large kitchen.

The 1195 sq ft property at Priory Mansions includes two double bedrooms – one with an en suite shower room – and a bathroom, and has lift access. Drayton Gardens is between the Old Brompton Road and Fulham Road and handy for the shops, bars and restaurants of both. Gloucester Road is the nearest tube station.

Priory Mansions, Drayton Gardens SW10, guide price £1.87m, Farrar 020 7244 4444

Maisonette refurb North of the Fulham Road, a garden maisonette on the raised and lower ground floors of a property in Ifleld Road has been extensively refurbished to high standards in recent years.

At raised ground level, a double reception room is open to a fully fitted kitchen with French windows out into a landscaped, south-west-facing private garden. This low-maintenance outside space is paved and has raised flower and shrub borders.

On the lower ground floor, one bedroom has an en suite bathroom and French windows to a lower patio, and the other bedroom has an en suite shower room. The building is managed by an active residents’ association, and the façade and common parts are said to be ‘immaculate’.

Ifield Road, Chelsea SW10, £1.55m, Farrar 020 7244 4444

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COLEHERNE COURT, REDCLIFFE GARDENS, SW5 A beautifully presented three bedroom family flat, quietly situated in the back section of the western block of the building, affording south easterly views over the stunning communal gardens, to which only residents of this sought after block have access to.

(Approx: 1,601 sq ft / 148.73 sq m) RECEPTION ROOM • DINING ROOM • KITCHEN • MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE BATHROOM • 2 FURTHER BEDROOMS • ENTRANCE HALL • SHOWER ROOM • ACCESS TO 2 ½ ACRE COMMUNAL GARDEN SHARE OF FREEHOLD SOLE AGENT ASKING PRICE £2,750,000 SUBJECT TO CONTRACT

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CATHCART ROAD, SW10 A beautifully designed and stunningly stylised two double bedroom upper maisonette with a wonderful private terrace encompassing the entire footprint of the property.

(Approx: 1, 285 sq ft / 119 sq m) ENTRANCE HALL • RECEPTION / KITCHEN / DINING ROOM • MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN- SUITE BATHROOM • SECOND BEDROOM WITH EN- SUITE SHOWEROOM • GUEST CLOAKROOM • ACCESS TO STUNNING ROOF AREA LEASEHOLD ASKING PRICE £2,495,000 SUBJECT TO CONTRACT

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ELM PARK GARDENS, SW10 This is a well proportioned third floor flat with westerly views over communal gardens towards St Andrews Church.

£795,000

ELM PARK GARDENS, SW10

£1,225,000

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A stunning, and beautifully presented two double bedroom ground floor purpose built flat.

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(Approx. 602 sq ft / 56 sq m)

WESTGATE TERRACE, SW10 A spacious four bedroom upper maisonette located in this popular street to the south of Redcliffe Square.

£1,895,000

DRAYTON GARDENS, SW10

£1,870,000

A well arranged fourth floor penthouse flat, situated in this well managed victorian mansion block in a popular residential street.

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(Approx. 1,166 sq ft / 108 sq m)

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FINBOROUGH ROAD, SW10

£795,000

PARK WALK, SW10

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A very sensibly arranged and most appealing one bedroom raised ground floor flat.

A beautifully presented raised ground floor flat with two double bedrooms.

(Approx. 667 sq ft / 61.96 sq m)

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(Approx. 1,995 sq ft / 111 sq m)

(Approx. 495 sq ft / 46 sq m)

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PARK WALK, SW10 A particularly well positioned, ground floor, one bedroom flat located next door to the porters lodge.

(Approx. 452 sq ft / 42 sq m)

COURTFIELD GARDENS, SW5

£695,000 Share of Freehold

(Approx. 754 sq ft / 70 sq m)

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FULHAM ROAD, SW10

£1,495,000

A wonderful two bedroom flat presented in excellent order on this well maintained second floor conversion.

REDCLIFFE GARDENS, SW10

£1,625,000

An exceptional and newly refurbished first floor flat set within a handsome and well-presented period building.

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(Approx. 969 sq ft / 90 sq m)

ROLAND GARDENS, SW7 A beautifully presented two double bedroom raised ground floor flat in a well-managed period building.

(721 sq ft / 67 sq m)

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IFIELD ROAD, SW10

£1,550,000

A beautifully presented three bedroom upper maisonette situated over the entire first/ second and third floor.

A stunning raised ground and lower ground floor garden maisonette in this popular street.

(Approx. 990 sq ft / 92 sq m)

(Approx. 1,119 sq ft / 104 sq m)

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Oare, Wiltshire £2,750,000 FreehOld CAVENDISH HOUSE, MONCK STREET, SW1P £1,750,000 LEASEHOLD Ansuperb extraordinary and individual modern in aofstunning location.

Built originally in 1962from for the John Merton, Pound House is broadly A three bedroom apartment locatedcountry on the house first floor this modern development, which benefits 24 artist hour concierge, underground parking space and Palladian inaccess style and is a amenities. wide, single storey building large windows over the gardens.

It wasnearby extended in the 1978 to include garden room and convenient to local The transport linkswith of Victoria, St James’ andlooking Westminster are all found whilst River Thamesaand the Houses of a large studioare complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has Parliament a walk away. good storage space.

Three Bedrooms | 24 House Concierge | L-Shaped Reception | Underground Parking | Separate Kitchen | First Floor | Prime Location

Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land

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Oare, Wiltshire £2,750,000 FreehOld REGENCY COURT, REGENCY STREET, SW1P £1,050,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modernlateral country house insituated a stunning location.

Built originally in 1962 for building. the artistThe John Merton, Pound Housefor is broadly A fantastic, two bedroom, two bathroom apartment on the fifth floor (with lift) of this modern apartment is well placed access to the Palladian and isRoad a wide, single storey with large looking the gardens. extended in 1978and to include a garden room and a amenities in ofstyle Horseferry or Victoria Street building whilst transport linkswindows are foundover nearby at Victoria Station,ItStwas James’ Underground Westminster Underground. large studio complex including a workshop and dark room . The property currently has very high ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has Two Bedrooms | Two Bathrooms (one en-suite) | Underground Parking | Day Porter | Share of Freehold | Bright Reception | Good Sized Kitchen

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Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land

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Quality guaranteed Close to Kensington High Street, this totally rebuilt and modernised threebedroom mews house comes with a gym, integral garage, roof terrace and full 10year New Homes warranty.

The house in cobbled Adam and Eve Mews offers almost 2100 sq ft of living space including a first floor open plan reception room flooded with natural light from three west-facing windows. The handmade kitchen features integrated Miele appliances.

Occupying the entire second floor, the master bedroom has a dressing area and en suite bathroom, and a formal staircase leads up to the large west-facing roof terrace. Work out in the gym on the lower ground floor, and wind down with a glass of your finest red from the large bespoke wine cellar.

Adam & Eve Mews, Kensington W8, ÂŁ3.95m, Marsh & Parsons 020 7368 4450

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Sheer luxury near Biba’s birthplace Six floors of luxurious contemporary living space – linked by passenger lift – are on offer at this impressive townhouse south of Kensington High Street.

The property in Abingdon Road, Kensington, has total inside space of around 4,900 sq ft complete with a superb swimming pool in the basement and a cinema room and gym on the lower ground floor.

With an integral garage for a single car at the front, the house offers four bedrooms, a study or bedroom five, five reception rooms and four bathrooms. The ground floor includes a dining room and a courtyard, and the first floor features a modern kitchen with a central island and a food lift to deliver culinary delights to the dining room below.

The first floor also has a drawing room and a dressing room. There are two bedrooms on the second floor and another on the third.

Lined with cherry trees, Abingdon Road runs south off Kensington High Street and is also handy for Stratford Village. The road is also where designer Barbara Hulnacki and her husband Stephen Fitzsimmon first founded legendary Sixties fashion brand Biba, before famously moving into the Derry & Toms building on Kensington High Street itself.

Abingdon Road, Kensington W8, guide price £8.25m, Knight Frank Kensington 020 7938 4311

“ This luxury Kensington townhouse, with parking, is decorated to an exceptionally high standard” Tom Tangney, Knight Frank Kensington

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Corner house on garden square On the corner of picturesque St James’s Gardens square, a family house in Darnley Terrace offers five floors of flexible living space, plenty of period features and a large private garden.

The lower ground floor contains an impressive kitchen and family room and an elegant double reception room that leads on to a study at raised ground level. Total inside space of 2060 sq ft includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en suite) and a shower room.

Darnley Terrace runs west off St James’s Gardens and the property qualifies for access to the communal gardens by application. They were established by speculative developer Charles Richardson in the late 1840s as part of the Norland estate.

The gardens are laid out in informal woodland style, dominated by fine chestnut and lime trees. St James’s Church, designed by architect Lewis Vulliamy, was built between 1844 and 1855.

Darnley Terrace, Holland Park W11, guide price £3m, Savills Kensington 020 3430 6603

Palace terrace The kitchen and dining room of a split-level apartment in Kensington opens out into a 33ft garden that backs onto neighbouring Kensington Palace Gardens.

Offering more than 1800 sq ft of inside space on the raised ground and lower ground floors, the three-bedroom garden apartment in Palace Gardens Terrace has high ceilings throughout and includes a double reception room at the front.

The bedrooms on the lower ground level also offer excellent storage space and en suite facilities, together with access to a useful utility room with private street entrance. Lined with cherry trees, elegant Palace Gardens Terrace is just off Kensington Church Street. Notting Hill, Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are all nearby.

Palace Gardens Terrace, Kensington W8, £3.5m, Marsh & Parsons 020 7368 4450

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High class Clapham A former school and one of the oldest buildings in Clapham has been transformed for the 21st century in an extensive conversion programme complete with soundproofed cinema, audio-visual cabling and security system.

A fully equipped Italian Dada stainless steel kitchen has been installed, and the meticulous makeover project also featured careful choice of materials such as limestone, marble and a combination of cherry and maple wood.

Sensational double-height windows – a reminder of the property’s school days – flood the dramatic and generous living spaces with natural light. The updated property also includes six luxurious en suite bedrooms and an adjoining one-bedroom flat for granny or nanny.

Total living space is almost 6750 sq ft on three floors plus eaves storage. The kitchen and dining room – which connects to the reception room – has folding glass doors leading out onto a secluded rear patio garden, and the property has a large utility room, wine cellar and private garage.

Macaulay Road is a quiet residential road running off Clapham Common North Side with its excellent facilities and green open spaces. There are plenty of local shops, cafes and restaurants nearby, together with Clapham Common underground station and Clapham Junction mainline station. Good bus routes will also take you northwards across the river.

Macaulay Road, Clapham SW4, guide price £5.75m, Savills Clapham 020 8673 4111

“ This unique and exceptional house exudes both style and elegance, providing dramatic and generously proportioned living space and an adjoining onebedroom flat” Robin Chatwin, Savills Wandsworth

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Planning to renovate and extend Toast Rack house Planning permission has been applied for to fully develop the basement – front and rear – and add a two-storey rear extension at this eight-bedroom house next to Wandsworth Common.

The planning application is expected to be approved, which would mean the new owners would soon be able to start construction work on site to make their own mark on the property and maximise its potential for expansion and renovation.

“The plans for the new extension take into account and complement the period features of the property, working in harmony with both the location and layout of the current house,” says the current owner. “The planned basement extension will provide space for a self-contained apartment as well as a media room.”

Baskerville Road, considered one of the most sought-after addresses in Wandsworth, forms part of the affluent area known as the Toast Rack – due to

its layout. The streets enjoy exceptional views across one of London’s most beautiful green spaces, and are walking distance from transport links to the City and local amenities.

This large family home has existing living space of more than 3130 sq ft and retains many of its original features. These include a stained-glass front door leading to a deep, wide entrance hall with original tessellated tile flooring and intricate ceiling plaster.

One of the largest in the road, a 90ft mature private garden is overlooked by a brick-paved terrace, and a secure secret gate gives direct access onto Wandsworth Common.

Baskerville Road, Wandsworth Common SW18, guide price £3.9m, Knight Frank 020 8682 7777

“ This substantial eight-bedroom family house is located on the much sought-after Toast Rack backing directly onto Wandsworth Common” Sam Sproston, Knight Frank

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Peace and seclusion The grand reception room of a house in high-prestige West Dulwich has French windows that open out into a secluded 115ft garden, which contains a generous lawn surrounded by tall trees and peaceful greenery.

The five-bedroom property in Alleyn Road is close to the magnificent buildings of the highly regarded Dulwich College, the independent public school for boys originally founded in 1619 by Elizabethan actor Edward Alleyn.

Said to be in excellent condition, the detached house offers total inside living space of almost 2000 sq ft including a dining room, fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, utility room and guest cloakroom. It also offers off-street parking and a garage.

All the amenities of West Dulwich are nearby, together with the attractions of East Dulwich and the shops, bars and restaurants of Lordship Lane. Historic Dulwich Park, refurbished in 2006, is also close by with its boating lake, children’s playground, Pavilion Café, picnic spots and cycle hire.

London-born actor Edward Alleyn was a contemporary of William Shakespeare and also acted in many of Christopher Marlowe’s plays. When he founded Dulwich College, he deposited literary documents from his career into its library, providing a unique insight into the finances of Elizabethan theatre.

Alleyn Road, West Dulwich SE21, £2m, Foxtons Dulwich 020 8613 6200

“ This beautifully presented five-bedroom house in prestigious West Dulwich is in excellent condition throughout” Warren McCann, Foxtons Dulwich

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Perfect for a young family Between the Commons Picturesque and tree-lined Winsham Grove, which runs off Clapham Common West Side’s cul-de-sac, was uniformly developed in one year by a single builder and retains an excellent sense of community.

Historically regarded as the premium location in the area known today as Between the Commons, it contains largely unspoilt and well-maintained bayfronted Victorian houses, and fewer apartments than many of its neighbouring streets.

The area is a magnet for young families due to the nearby green spaces of Clapham and Wandsworth Commons, together with Northcote Road’s shopping parade, smart bars and restaurants, and the large choice of private and state primary schools and nurseries.

On the favoured side of Winsham Grove, sunny and 60ft south-facing gardens provide extra outdoor play space and indoor kitchen space – perfect for young families. A four-bedroom house currently for sale here features a superb contemporary kitchen extension with

flat glass skylights and fully folding doors into the rear garden.

It includes a high-gloss Roundhouse kitchen, polished-stone worktops, large Macassar ebony breakfast bar and top-of-the-range appliances.

There’s even a sitting area with built-in TV and storage cabinets.

At the front, the double reception – widened into the rear hall – has high ornate ceilings, original fireplaces and large sash windows. Upstairs the front two rooms have been converted into an impressive master bedroom suite with wardrobes, en suite bath and separate shower.

The mature garden is 33 ft long and due to the large gardens of the properties behind has an open aspect and enjoys a feeling of privacy.

Winsham Grove, Between the Commons SW11, £1,795,000, John Thorogood 020 7228 7474

“ Winsham Grove is arguably the prettiest street Between the Commons, and without doubt one of the most sought-after” Austin Thorogood, John Thorogood

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Cash in the attic Adding a floor to a Victorian townhouse has considerably increased its value, says Cheryl Markosky Buying a wreck and bringing it back to life is a step too far for many of us. Although the idea of effectively building our own home is tempting, the time, money and energy required can be beyond our ken.

Lawyers Daisy Tatton-Brown, 31, and Oliver Bourne, 34, were lucky to discover an end-of-terrace house in Rush Hill Road, Clapham, that needed sprucing up without having to carry out the Full Monty of makeovers.

Bought three years ago through Cluttons Clapham office, Tatton-Brown says the house was liveable in, but not decked out to her taste. “It had cream carpets and was looking a bit tired,” she explains.

It was good news that the previous owner had sorted out the side return to extend the kitchen area.

Also, kitchen units he’d installed were to the couple’s taste, saving a great deal of cost and stress.

But the really big selling point from Cluttons was that a whole new storey could be added to the fourbedroom home. Tatton-Brown said they were going to have to fix the leaky roof at a cost of £5000, “so we decided to just add another floor, which would solve the leak problem and give us more space for not a

great deal more money.”

Employing PlusRooms, a firm specialising in extensions and loft conversions, a mansard conversion has resulted in a generous cinema room and adjacent bathroom on the new top level.

“My husband’s keen on TV and music, so we use the media room a lot and get friends over to watch films. Alternatively, it could be used as a fifth bedroom,” points out Tatton-Brown.

As well as extending upwards, the couple, who now have a month-old daughter named Rose, have replaced the outdated cream carpeting with smart grey wool coverings, with wooden flooring on the ground floor.

Familiar with the area, half-French Tatton-Brown wanted to remain here so Rose could attend Ecole de Wix on Clapham Common Northside. She thinks they’re in exactly the right spot – not too far from the school and right next to the Common.

Eventually, the couple will sort out the main bathroom and replace carpet with tiles in the second bathroom. “I don’t like the style but it works fine so there’s no point in doing it up yet,” notes Tatton-Brown.

“ The extra floor has added value to the house, and adding a bathroom gives the top level extra flexibility.”

Stephanie Mant, Cluttons

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“It’s been fun picking out furniture and new paint colours, and my mother-in-law’s helped with plants for the garden,” she adds.

Stephanie Mant from Cluttons says her advice to anyone taking on a project is to follow Tatton-Brown’s example: “Don’t personalize the house too much, opening it up to more people when it comes time to sell.”

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An elegant family home An elegant double fronted Grade II listed family home enviably positioned behind secure gates offering ample off street parking.

The generously proportioned accommodation comprises; impressive double drawing room and double aspect dining room on the raised ground floor.

On the natural lower ground floor there is a spacious kitchen/breakfast room with utility room, cloakroom and office/bedroom. The first floor benefits from a spacious master bedroom with two walk in wardrobes and a luxuriously appointed en suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms and a shower room. The second floor is ideal for children with a family bathroom and two further double bedrooms, one of which enjoys an en suite bathroom.

The property is located on this sought after residential road in the heart of Clapham Old Town and close to Clapham High Street. The house is also within close proximity to both excellent private and state schools. The wide open spaces of Clapham Common are also close by and within easy reach. Local transport links include Clapham North Underground Station (Northern Line) and both Wandsworth Road and Clapham High Street Overground Station (part of the newly-opened London Overground orbital train network) that along with excellent local bus services, provide quick and easy access into the City, West End and Canary Wharf. EPC: D/C. Rectory Grove SW4, Price ÂŁ3,500,000 Freehold, Hamptons Clapham 020 7498 8686

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Streatham Common South, SW16 This magnificently wide and handsome, five bedrooms detached house, built circa 1910 features many characteristics of the Edwardian period, is of approximately 4000 Sq Ft and offers a substantial natural footprint. Beautifully maintained and sympathetically improved to create a first-class family home with further potential for a basement conversion (STPP), it’s located on one of the areas premier roads, overlooking Streatham Common.

£1,500,000 Freehold Streatham 020 8677 9900

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Chestnut Grove, SW12 An exceptionally charming four bedroom Victorian family house with a stunning extended kitchen diner and South Facing garden. This house is beautifully presented throughout and retains and abundance of period features. Situated on Chestnut Grove close to Nightingale Square in Balham’s popular Nightingale Triangle and close to The Holy Ghost Primary School and the green open spaces of Wandsworth Common.

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Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Putney Open 2014

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wimbledon 020 3195 9111

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Luxurious master suite Dagnan Road, SW12 This exquisitely presented family home has been fully renovated throughout and retains an abundance of period features. The ground floor comprises a double reception room to the front, and to the rear, a guest cloakroom and a kitchen breakfast room which leads out to the private South Facing garden. The first floor offers three double bedrooms and a bathroom and to the top is a luxurious master suite.

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Host of period features

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Aslett Street, SW18 A beautiful terrace Victorian family house which has been extensively updated and extended. On the ground floor there is a double reception room featuring two period fireplaces and a kitchen which has been extended into the side return.

There are large double doors which lead out to a low maintenance South Facing garden with well established shrubs. Over the first and second floors are four bedrooms.

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Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Putney Open 2014

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wimbledon 020 3195 9111

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Well proportioned Langroyd Road, SW17 This stunning Victorian terrace house offers an excellent living space, ample character and a fantastic location. The well decorated property retains many of its original features and comprises: reception room with fireplace, dining room with double doors leading to the garden, an 18ft kitchen/breakfast room with some built in appliances and butchers block work surfaces. On the first floor are three good sized bedrooms and family bathroom.

ÂŁ850,000 Â Freehold Tooting 020 8767 0522

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Wandsworth Common location

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Wiseton Road, SW17 A beautiful three bedroom Victorian House situated on one of the area’s most sought after roads only moments away from Wandsworth Common.

Comprising to the ground floor a large double reception room and spacious eat in kitchen which leads through to a large grass garden. Upstairs the property is completed with three large double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

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Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Putney Open 2014

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wimbledon 020 3195 9111

Five bedrooms

Hyde Farm House

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Hydethorpe Road, SW12 Located within the Hyde Farm Estate, this family home is presented in excellent condition throughout. Comprising to the ground floor, a double reception room, shower room, modern kitchen with doors leading to a South Facing garden. The first floor offers three double bedrooms and a family bathroom. To the top floor there are two further double bedrooms with an en-suite to the master.

ÂŁ750 per week Balham 020 8675 6565

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Beautifully presented Victorian house Brenda Road, SW17 A beautifully presented mid terraced four double bedroom house that is in good internal order and comprises reception room, kitchen/dining room, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and private rear garden. Brenda Road is located on a quiet residential street within close proximity of Tooting Bec underground and Wandsworth Common mainline stations as well as local amenities.

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Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Putney Open 2014

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wimbledon 020 3195 9111

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Luxury apartment

Newly built Sesame Apartments, SW11

A newly built, two bedroom luxury river view apartment which is perfect for two professionals. The property boasts an open plan kitchen/reception room, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a private balcony.

Finished to a high specification with the added benefits of an on site porter, secure video entry system/intercom, lift, an underground parking space and access to a communal landscaped roof terrace.

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£2,150,000

Arthur Road

A detached family house offering deceptively spacious accommodation over 3 floors with a beautiful rear garden and fantastic views over Wimbledon Park. The property offers scope for extension/redevelopment (STPP.

Thornton Road

A substantial new detached family home to be built in this quiet, tranquil location in Wimbledon Village. Arranged over 3 floors the accommodation is well planned with well proportioned rooms with the beneit of a south west facing garden. Due for completion October 2014.

020 8946 1000

Ridgway Place

Guide £1,800,000

A detached bungalow situated a short walk from both Wimbledon Village High Street and Wimbledon Town centre with it’s SR & DL Station. The property offers tremendous scope for enlargement or redevelopment (STPP). Occupying a plot 42’ wide x 110’ deep with attractive far reaching views.

020 8946 1000

Guide £3,500,000

020 8946 1000

Cottenham Park Road

£1,850,000

A very attractively presented modern house with generous and versatile accommodation situated on high ground with fantastic far reaching views to the south. This light and spacious house occupies an elevated position in a sought after location within easy reach of the open spaces of Wimbledon Common. The property enjoys fantastic views over Holland Gardens, with its tennis courts and wide open spaces.

020 8946 1000

www.hawesandco.co.uk Wimbledon Village 020 8946 1000

Wimbledon 020 8542 6600

Raynes Park 020 8946 3000

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The perfect blend Packed with up-to-the-minute technology, this exceptional newly built home provides a perfect blend of family living, superb leisure facilities and entertaining space – all just moments away from the world famous All England Lawn Tennis Club.

With four dressing rooms and seven bath or shower rooms, the sensational six-bedroom house has been built to the highest specifications and is bursting with natural light.

On the ground floor, the impressive Poggenpohl kitchen features highgloss units, composite quartz stone work surfaces, and a range of Miele appliances including a wine fridge, five-pan induction hob, two fan ovens, full-height fridge and freezer, and two dishwashers. A curved island peninsula with Ceiling Cloud incorporates lighting, a breakfast bar and moulded vegetable sink. Bi-folding doors open out onto the terrace that looks out over the

landscaped rear garden.

A superb curved glass staircase leads down to the lower ground floor with a fully equipped cinema, mirrored gym, steam room and shower room and a temperature controlled wine room.

The house also features a full Lutron Homeworks QS system – which can be operated remotely by iPad or iPhone – audio-visual cabling and ceiling speakers, video entry system, air conditioning and zoned underfloor heating throughout.

Beautifully landscaped gardens feature irrigation system and lighting controlled from the Lutron system.

This house must be seen to be appreciated.

Burghley Road, Wimbledon Village SW19, price on application, Robert Holmes & Company 020 8947 9833

The Wimbledon Village specialists with over 30 years of experience, and substantial knowledge of the South London property market, providing a friendly, flexible service to clients in order to make moving home a positive experience.

Robert Holmes & Company has earned its reputation by providing a bespoke approach to estate agency, offering clients an independent and distinctly personal service tailored to individual requirements.

Specialising in the sale and letting of high calibre residential property primarily within Wimbledon, Coombe and the surrounding areas.

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Asking Price £3,600,000

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Wimbledon Common

£4,650,000

A handsome period family house in a delightful semi-rural setting directly overlooking Wimbledon Common, woods and golf course 3 ground floor reception rooms • lovely 1st floor drawing room • kitchen/breakfast room • 6 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • cellar • lovely gardens • ER/E

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Wimbledon

PRICE ON APPLICATION

A beautifully bright period home enjoying an enviable position in a highly regarded road with wonderful views over Wimbledon Park golf course Currently with 4 receptions • 6/7 bedrooms • 4 bathrooms • lovely garden • garage and parking • planning permission to significantly increase the current accommodation • ER/E

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Wimbledon Village

Guide Price £6,750,000

A charming Edwardian family house in a highly regarded Village road close to the Common 6 bedrooms • 4 bathrooms • elegant receptions • office • drive • garage • gardens • ER/E

Wimbledon Village

£3,800,000

Wimbledon Common

PRICE ON APPLICATION

‘A country house in London’ designed by M H Baillie Scott grounds of about 0.5 acre 3 receptions • 5 bathrooms • gardens • tennis court • swimming pool • garaging • ER/E

Wimbledon

PRICE ON APPLICATION

A most attractive period house in one of the Village’s most sought after roads off the Common 6 bedrooms • 4 bathrooms • 3 reception rooms • south facing garden • parking • ER/E

An impressive and beautifully appointed family house, newly built to a very high specification 7 bedrooms • 5 bathrooms • 3 receptions • cinema and games rooms • garden • gated drive • ER/B

Wimbledon Village

Putney Heath

£4,950,000

Handsome and beautifully presented Victorian house in one of the Village’s most favoured roads 6 bedrooms • 3 bath/shower rooms • 3 receptions • garden • parking • ER/E

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£1,350,000

Beautifully refurbished and presented cottage opposite a cricket green Kitchen/dining/living room • 2 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • mezzanine • garden • parking • ER/C

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Wimbledon Common

£2,750 pcm

Characterful period cottage directly overlooking Wimbledon Common 2 Beds • Bath • 2 Receptions • Kitchen • Garden • ER/C

Wimbledon

Wimbledon Common

£2,900 pcm

A well appointed first floor apartment forming part of this imposing property 2 Beds • Bath • Reception • Kitchen • Communal Garden • ER/D

£3,800 pcm

Wimbledon

£4,400 pcm

A detached family home with wood floors conveniently located for the Norwegian School 4 Beds • 2 Baths • 2 Receptions • Kitchen • Garden • OSP • ER/E

A townhouse located in a private development enjoying views of the London Skyline 4 Beds •2 Baths • 2 Receptions • Kitchen • Patio Garden • OSP • Garage • ER/E

Wimbledon

Wimbledon Village

£9,500 pcm

A substantial detached family home situated in secluded grounds 7 Beds • 5 Baths • 3 Receptions • Kitchen • Garden • ER/D

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£11,000 pcm

Located in the heart of the village, beautifully refurbished coach house with far reaching views 4 Beds • 3 Baths • Reception • Kitchen • Garden • OSP • ER/C

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Stockwell Park Road, Stockwell SW9

£2,250,000

A wonderful six bedroom Grade II listed detached c1840 double fronted family house which is in excess of 3400sqft. This beautiful house sits proudly on the corner of Stockwell’s premier roads Stockwell Park Road and Stockwell Park Crescent. It has off street parking and a delightful walled mature garden and now requires some modernising but has bright high ceilinged rooms and superb original features. Houses of this quality are highly sought after.

Camberwell New Road, SE5

£950,000

This gorgeous Grade II listed three/FOUR Georgian house is located within the Camberwell New Road Conservation Area and just a short walk to Oval underground station and excellent local amenities. The house has been well maintained with bright spacious rooms and retains superb original features.

Palfrey Place, Oval SW8

Hackford Road, Stockwell SW9

£1,399,000

A very pretty four storey Georgian semi-detached house located within walking distance to either Stockwell or Oval Underground Stations. The house has been well loved over the years and beautifully maintained throughout, it is a mix of traditional and contemporary and retains superb original features. All the rooms are bright and spacious with good living and entertaining space and a delightful walled rear garden with masses of shrubs and flowers.

£1,075,000

This truly is a stunning and beautifully presented mews house in excess of 1500sqft which has been designed with much taste and flair and centres around a lovely sun trap courtyard. This unique house which is deceptively spacious and very bright is located just off Richborne Terrace and is within walking distance of Oval underground station and excellent transport links to the City and West End.

Clapham Road, Oval SW9

£550,000

This gorgeous two bedroom, two bathroom flat is on the first floor of this popular Georgian style modern block with secure parking and communal terrace is located within a short walk to Oval underground station and Stockwell stations and excellent local amenities in Kennington. The flat has been beautifully maintained and as it’s a corner flat is flooded with natural light.

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Hackford Road, Stockwell SW9

£1,395,000

A substantial and imposing mid terraced 5 bedroom Victorian house located on this popular road close to either Oval and Stockwell stations. This fantastic house has a flexible layout internally and all the rooms are exceptionally bright and spacious with a superb master suite and a large reception ideal for entertaining.

Denmark Hill, Camberwell SE5

£1,850,000

This beautifully proportioned five bedroom house has recently been converted from a large and imposing detached Regency house formerly run as residential care home and known as Foulkes House. Behind the period façade is a spacious contemporary home in excess of 2700sqft with a large 100’ rear garden and off street parking to the front behind electric security gates. This stunning house is located close to Denmark Hill Station and easily accessible to Camberwell Green and Dulwich Village.

Archdale Road, East Dulwich SE22 £1,250,000

St Ann’s Street, Westminster SW1

A fantastic house forming part of converted and attractive former Victorian school building built in 1872. This bright house which requires some minor cosmetic updating retains an original school staircase and period features and has great entertaining space with large bedrooms, it is located at the rear of the original building with a private sun-trap courtyard and off street parking. Old School Buildings is just moments from the excellent shops, bars and restaurants on Lordship Lane and within easy access to East Dulwich station.

A beautifully proportioned 2 bedroom split level apartment within an elegant warehouse conversion in the heart of Westminster. Located on the ground and lower ground floor the property benefits from great natural light and overlooks St Ann’s Street. St Ann’s Street is in the heart of Westminster just off Great Peter Street and convenient for the many amenities on Victoria Street, the river and Parliament and the excellent transport links at St James’s, Westminster and Victoria stations.

£925,000

Clapham Road, Oval SW9

£1,595,000

A superb five storey Grade II listed late Georgian terraced house in excess of 3000sqft located just minutes from Oval Underground Station. The house is set back from the road with original vaults beneath the front garden. It been refurbished throughout, retains superb original features but has a modern feel. All the rooms are substantial in proportion offering sublime living and entertaining space. There are five substantial double bedrooms and a delightful courtyard garden to the rear.

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Hampshire Hanger Oakshott Hanger House is set high up in a quiet position close to the Hampshire village of Hawkley in the South Downs National Park. Many of its rooms have southerly and easterly aspects with views across the garden to the wooded hills of The Hangers and the open countryside beyond.

At the heart of the house is a reception hall with a wood-burner. Double-glazed doors lead from here to the generous drawing room with French windows leading out onto the terrace. The dining room has a secondary staircase to bedroom four and a bathroom, allowing for an annexe to be created.

The ground floor also contains the kitchen – with walk-in larder and space for a breakfast area – a cosy library, conservatory and family room, as well as a large utility room.

Main stairs to the first floor lead from the reception hall with more steps up to the master bedroom, which has a dressing room with fitted wardrobes, en suite bathroom and separate shower, and French windows to a balcony. There are four more bedrooms on the first floor and two bathrooms. A detached studio at the house offers useful extra space with potential to adapt to individual needs.

Gardens and grounds of almost 24 acres to the south and east of the house include a swimming pool and deck area overlooking the private woodland.

There are also two stables, two orchard paddocks and a larger paddock, and beyond the formal garden are areas of woodland designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

London 55 miles.

Oakshott Hanger House, Hawkley, Hampshire, £1.9m, Wilson Hill 01730 262600, Knight Frank Winchester 01962 278952

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Smooth sailing with contemporary comforts Close to Chichester Yacht Club and Birdham Pool Marina, Locks End House is a superb contemporary home, fully renovated throughout, on the edge of the West Sussex sailing village of Birdham.

An extensive programme of renovation and extension was recently completed at this dream home for sailing enthusiasts, which comes with private access to Chichester Marina.

The main house offers excellent south-facing reception space overlooking the garden and grounds extending to around one acre. An east wing contains an impressive indoor swimming pool complex with gym, steam room, shower room and changing room.

Ground floor living space includes three receptions: sitting room, drawing room and open plan kitchen and dining room. There are six first floor bedrooms, and the

property’s northern arm contains an integrated garage with a large studio above. Total inside space is 8405 sq ft.

There are plenty of high-tech extras such as CCTV security and gated entry system, Cat 5 cabling, and surround sound, underfloor heating, and an air management system. Ground level flooring is solid oak and there’s travertine marble in the pool.

Nearby is the Salterns Way cycle path, which links West Wittering to Chichester via Itchenor, Birdham and Dell Quay. Chichester itself is five miles away.

London 83 miles.

Built 10 years ago by the current owner, an Arts and Crafts-style detached executive house for sale in Shrivenham, Oxfordshire, is just a two-minute walk from the village high street.

The ground floor of the four-bedroom property contains an impressive entrance hall leading to four reception rooms and a kitchen and breakfast room.

A new garage block with living space above was completed in 2011.

London 84 miles.

Faringdon Road, Shrivenham, Oxfordshire, £950,000, Perry Bishop 01367 240356

Locks End House, Birdham, West Sussex, guide price £2.65m, Tod Anstee 01243 523723

Living in harmony

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Hadleigh House in Windsor is a six to sevenbedroom Grade II* listed property currently owned by award-winning New York-born composer Carl Davis and his actress wife, Jean Boht, of BBC TV sitcom Bread fame.

The house in Sheet Street was built in 1793 by a future mayor of Windsor. It was later owned by a succession of royal surgeon-apothecaries before being sold to the Leveson Gower family, on the late Queen Mother’s maternal side.

Carl Davis has composed many scores for ballets, operas and concert suites, and collaborated with Paul McCartney on his Liverpool Oratorio. His film and TV scores include The French Lieutenant’s Woman, Pride and Prejudice, Champions and Cranford. He and his wife have two daughters, Hannah and Jessie.

London 25 miles.

Hadleigh House, Sheet Street, Windsor, Berkshire, £3.5m, Savills Windsor 01753 834600

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ALL MINE Built in the early 1800s and converted in the late 1980s, a fascinating Grade II* listed converted mine building in Cornwall is the former silver and lead smelting house for the local Wheal St Vincent and Langford mine.

Silverbrook House, south of Callington, is of great historic significance in the area and forms an important part of the Cornish Mining UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is believed to be the only remaining intact example of this type of building in South West England.

In the past few years, this intriguing country house in Fullaford Road has been subject to an extensive programme of internal and external renovation, upgrading and improvement works.

London 247 miles.

Silverbrook House, Fullaford Road, Callington, Cornwall, guide price £725,000, Mansbridge & Balment 01822 612345

House and wing in Tring Restored and extended by its current owners, a fivebedroom detached house in Tring features a large and contemporary kitchen, dining and family room for modern living.

A mile from the station, the four-bedroom property was built in around 1920 and has been recently decorated throughout in neutral colours. Ornamental fireplaces and large bay windows combine with solid oak flooring across much of the ground floor.

Bi-fold doors from the dining area of the open plan kitchen open out into the rear garden. The sitting room with open fireplace is triple aspect and offers glimpses of wisteria on the terrace.

The large loft has rooflight windows and could be converted into extra living space, and the western end of the house could be used as a self-contained wing.

London 38 miles

Griffe, Station Road, Tring, Hertfordshire, guide price £1.25m, Nash Partnership 01442 820420

Soccer cottage Legendary football chief Sir Stanley Rous, president of FIFA from 1961 to 1974, was born in an upstairs room of September Cottage in Mutford, Suffolk.

The Mutford man trained as a teacher in Beccles before serving in the First World War. He played football at amateur level and went on to become an international referee, also serving as secretary of the Football Association from 1934 to 1962.

Dating back to the 1860s, his birthplace in Hulver Road was originally a shop and two cottages.

The four-bedroom property is set in a third of an acre and includes gated off-road parking and a detached double garage.

London 124 miles.

September Cottage, Mutford, Suffolk, guide price £375,000, Musker Mcintyre Beccles 01502 710180

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Standing in a lofty location overlooking the waters of Carricks Roads and the Roseland Peninsular, the imposing Old Vicarage in Mylor Churchtown enjoys a picturesque setting romantic enough for any novel.

Retired couple Richard and Jane Martin bought the 19th century property in a rundown state in 2006 and wanted to restore it in a sympathetic manner true to its original design. Jane found the design information she needed in the Howard Spring novel All the Day Long, which is set in the Mylor Churchtown vicarage.

The Martins’ children, grandchildren and great-

grandchildren have been regular visitors to this impressive family home and its 1.5 acres, but Richard and Jane are now downsizing to a smaller house in the area. The Old Vicarage includes stables converted into a holiday let.

Ranscombe Manor, Kingsbridge, Devon, guide price £3m, Marchand Petit 01548 857588

London 295 miles.

The Old Vicarage, Mylor Churchtown, Falmouth, Cornwall, guide price £2.5m, Jackson-Stops & Staff 01872 261160

Old mill by the stream Islip Mill House stands in just over an acre of land in a peaceful position by the River Nene, overlooking the millstream at the end of Mill Lane.

Around 300 yards from the Northamptonshire village of Islip, the five-bedroom home has attractive riverside gardens together with mooring and fishing rights.

The property dates from the mid-18th century and is Grade II listed, along with the attached mill. Most of the rooms have river or garden views, and the others have views across the neighbouring countryside. Total living space is more than 3300 sq ft on three floors.

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Romance in Cornwall

Ranscombe Manor in Devon is a listed and restored 17th century manor house surrounded by 33 acres of gardens, pasture, woodland and orchards.

Included is an attractive courtyard of period outbuildings which has planning consent for conversion into four full residential dwellings.

London 233 miles.

London 95 miles.

Islip Mill House, Islip, Northamptonshire, £699,950, Woodford & Co 01832 274732

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Situated in an idyllic location in approximately 3 acres with fantastic creek views and woodland walks.

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A classic Georgian country house set within stunning mature grounds.

•2 reception rooms •Kitchen/breakfast/family room •Wine cellars •7 bedrooms (2 en suite) •Detached garage block •Swimming pool •Lake •Stable block •Manège •Grass paddocks •In all about 6.7 acres Guide price: £2,350,000

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Pentridge, Dorset A Charming Country House Presented To The Highest Standards, In A Highly Desirable Cranborne Chase Village • 5 Bedrooms, 3 Receptions

• Easy Access to Salisbury

• Attractive Rural Location

• Outdoor Swimming Pool

0.5 Acres

Guide £895,000

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Salisbury, Wiltshire Substantial Period House With Excellent Tourism/Care Home Business Potential In An Accessible Location On Edge Of Cathedral City 0.5 Acres

Guide £595,000

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CHILLINGTON, South Devon An elegant and charming edge-of-village family home, sitting in immaculately maintained gardens and grounds, having a separate 2 bedroom annexe offering a potential income and enjoying delightful rural views. EPC Rating F. Web Ref 79845.

Guide Price £1,200,000

Kingsbridge Office

GALMPTON, NR SALCOMBE, South Devon A picturesque 16th century Grade II listed thatched cottage and former farmhouse in a peaceful hamlet and set in more than 1½ acres of beautiful gardens that offer a stunning view of the sea. No EPC required. Web Ref 48099.

Guide Price £1,000,000

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DARTMOUTH, South Devon A stunning, detached, contemporary residence with superb estuary views. Light and spacious accommodation designed to maximise the views from the principal rooms. Landscaped gardens, off-road parking. EPC Rating C. Web Ref 78490.

Dartmouth Office

Guide Price ÂŁ1,600,000

ERMINGTON, South Devon A magnificent Georgian country house with stunning features, beautifully proportioned and complemented by a 3 bedroom, self-contained wing of the house, charming private grounds. EPC Rating E, White Wing Rating E. Web Ref 78750.

Modbury Office

Guide Price ÂŁ1,400,000

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Homes and Gardens – Confidential Edition

£495,000

It is within the pages of a colour magazine that you would expect to see such wondrous gardens which accompany this individual four bedroom detached residence situated in one of Kettering’s premier locations. The town centre, mainline railway and A14/A1/M1 link road are within easy reach.

Kettering 01536 417888

Excellence as Standard

£230,000

This truly outstanding three bedroomed semi detached residence combines period proportions and character with a fusion of high specification enhancements and improvements. Viewing is essential to appreciate this absolute masterpiece.

Kettering 01536 417888

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Reclusive Exclusive

£495,000

Put high density living behind you and move to this splendid village where you will find this stone built detached house which is situated in a secluded position. The property has been individually designed and boasts an adaptable and flexible layout.

Corby 01536 409717

Period meets 21st Century

£500,000

This sensational Grade II listed cottage offers an interior of truly epic proportions combined with a through refurbishment by the current owners which includes brand new bespoke windows, upgraded thatch, shot blasted and repointed stone works, electrical enhancements and a high specification refitted interior.

Kettering 01536 417888

Rural England

OIEO £550,000

This quite exceptional enhanced period four bedroom period home complete with a range of developed outbuildings/annex potential, is approached via a lane, leading to just two private dwellings. Open countryside and woodland can be enjoyed both on the approach and from the property and its impressive grounds.

Kettering 01536 417888

A Taste of the Past

£385,000

This sensational Barn conversion occupies an enviable position in the heart of this desirable village, situated within an exclusive enclave accessed via electric gates. A private driveway provides off road parking complete with oversized singe garage and landscaped gardens privately set behind brick walling.

Kettering 01536 417888

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Pewsey ÂŁ425,000 Freehold

Oare, Nr Marlborough ÂŁ965,000 Freehold

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Entrance hall | sitting room | dining room | kitchen | 4 bedrooms (2 with en-suite bathrooms) | family bathroom | purpose built Home office | pretty walled rear garden | village location

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A handsome grade II listed village house situated in the centre of this thriving Wiltshire village with express rail links into London Paddington (70 mins). The house has been the subject of substantial modernisation and offers large, well proportioned rooms with fine period detail.

A most impressive and substantial period family house set in substantial gardens and grounds. The house occupies an enviable position within this popular Wiltshire village situated between Pewsey (mainline station Paddington 70 mins) and the pretty market town of Marlborough.

Entrance hall | sitting room | dining room | family room | study | kitchen / breakfast room | utility room | cloakroom | cellar | 4 large bedrooms | 2 en-suite shower rooms | large family bathroom | large gardens & grounds | extensive barns forming garaging & workshops

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Manningford Bruce ÂŁ599,950 Freehold

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Entrance hall | sitting room | study or dining room | kitchen | four good bedrooms | family bathroom | shower room | large conservatory | mature garden & extensive paved terrace | oak framed car port and parking

Honey Street ÂŁ395,000 Freehold An exceptional four bedroom end of terrace period cottage situated in this charming and highly picturesque hamlet set in fabulous open countryside with views over the Kennet & Avon canal and dramatic rolling landscape. The house has been the subject of extension and significant improvement and offers open fireplaces, natural floor coverings and a highly attractive, rustic feel.

Sitting room | dining room | kitchen /breakfast room | utility | wet room | 4 bedrooms | family bathroom | pretty gardens | extensive off-street parking | glorious rural views

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A highly attractive and spacious four bedroom detached house situated in the heart of this pretty, rural village, two miles from Pewsey with its express rail links into London Paddington (70 mins). The property enjoys an open rural aspect and excellent walking and riding.

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Monkton Combe Nr Bath

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Guide Price: £1.5 million

An impressive & substantial detached period house enjoying magnificent far reaching views & standing in fabulous gardens approaching 1.5 acres. Versatile accommodation over 4 floors. (Hs 4466 sq ft/415 sq m).

8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, living room, dining room, 3 kitchens, sitting room, study & conservatory. Detached stone built garage (potential for annexe subj to nec consents). Ample driveway parking.

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Bradford on Avon, Nr Bath

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Price: £1.1 million

An elegant Victorian detached Villa set in an idyllic setting, elevated with outstanding views. Grounds approaching 3 acres & ample off road parking. Studio & workshop. Landscaped gardens. Int area: 3085 sq ft/286.6 sq m.

Accommodation arranged over 3 floors comprising entrance hall & rear lobby, kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, drawing room, 5 bedrooms - the master with en suite, utility, shower room, 2 cloakrooms. Cellar. Easy reach of town centre and stn.

11 Quiet Street, Bath BA1 2LB

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Near Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire

Guide Price: £1.3m

Beautiful Regency house with adjacent cottage, in a village setting just two miles from Berkhamsted. ◆◆ Period features throughout

◆◆ Kitchen/breakfast room

◆◆ Stunning, lawned gardens

◆◆ Large entrance hall

◆◆ Utility room

◆◆ Open-fronted double garage

◆◆ Cloakroom

◆◆ Five beds/three baths

◆◆ In all, a plot of around 0.5 acre

◆◆ Three reception rooms

◆◆ Separate two bed cottage

◆◆ EPC rating D

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East Boldre, New Forest

A beautiful thatched cottage, built originally we understand in the 17th century, and having been meticulously maintained to a very high standard. The property has three bedrooms, a studio and off-road parking and is set in superb gardens.

£740,000

Pilley, Lymington, New Forest

A detached, character cottage which has been the subject of extension in recent years and having numerous outbuildings, paddocks and a manège set within almost 5 acres. The property has direct forest access and common grazing rights and is within a short drive from the sailing centre of Lymington.

£995,000 Beaufort House, 69 High Street, Lymington, Hampshire S041 9AL T: 01590 675875 W: www.caldwells.uk.com E: sales@caldwells.uk.com

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Coleshill, Amersham, Buckinghamshire An exceptional family home of great character and charm.

Constructed in the 1930's of mellow brick under a tiled roof with timbered gables, the property is presented in excellent condition. Entrance hall, 4 reception rooms, 4 bedrooms ﴾2 en suite﴿, family bathroom. Guest cottage, various outbuildings, swimming pool, gardens and grounds. In all about 2.25 acres. Approximately 494sq m ﴾5,317 sq ft﴿. EPC Rating D. Knight Frank Beaconsfield: 01494 675368 beaconsfield@knightfrank.com Nigel Briggs Beaconsfield: 01494 671099 homes@nigelbriggs.co.uk Guide price £2,450,000

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Trafalgar House • Trafalgar Square • Fowey PL23 1AZ 01726 833000 • info@foweyriver.co.uk

www.foweyriver.co.uk Trafalgar House · Trafalgar Square · Fowey · Cornwall PL23 1AZ Tel/Fax: 01726 833000 · Email: sales@foweyriver.co.uk

Passage Street, Fowey

£320,000 Freehold

A fantastic opportunity to purchase a three bedroomed Victorian townhouse in the centre of Fowey, set up high overlooking a public slipway onto the estuary. The house needs renovating, and there is potential to extend subject to all consents, and it has a front terrace overlooking the water, a rear garden with views, and it is located close to a main car park.

stered office: Wills Bingley, St Denys House, 22 East Hill, St Austell, Cornwall PL25 4TR. Company Reg No: 4957 302. Company registered in England and Wales

Providence Place

£495,000 Freehold

A superbly renovated end of terrace Victorian seaside house enjoying beautiful views over the Fowey Estuary, taking in Polruan’s harbour, gorgeous views of Fowey, Pont’s Pill and Bodinnick. Renovated throughout in 2008 this house is presented in beautiful order. All the main rooms enjoy beautiful water views and it has a terrace to the front overlooking the estuary, as well as a landscaped garden to the rear.

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www.foweyriver.co.uk Trafalgar House · Trafalgar Square · Fowey · Cornwall PL23 1AZ Tel/Fax: 01726 833000 · Email: sales@foweyriver.co.uk

stered office: Wills Bingley, St Denys House, 22 East Hill, St Austell, Cornwall PL25 4TR. Company Reg No: 4957 302. Company registered in England and Wales

St Catherines Cottages, Readymoney Cove, Fowey

£895,950 Freehold

A detached period cottage located in Readymoney Cove on the edge of the waterside town of Fowey. The house has gardens with wonderful views over the beach onto the harbour and comes with off-road parking. Planning permission for an extension to the southerly side to create a superb four bedroom property.

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Gislingham, Eye, Suffolk

Guide £439,950

A Fine detached period house standing in glorious mature grounds of 0.8 of an acre with outbuildings and ‘Home Office’.

Hall, drawing room with log burner, study area, dining room, ‘live in’ kitchen breakfast, downstairs bedroom suite, three first floor bedrooms, bathroom.

Carport, summerhouse, detached outbuilding with an abundance of uses. Particularly nice location. Well maintained throughout. EPC D (57).

Felsham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Stowmarket 5 miles.

Guide £425,000

Idyllically located amidst open countryside with no immediate neighbours, being within easy walking distance of the thriving and picturesque village of Felsham.

This individual detached property stands in glorious grounds of 0.5 of an acre abutting meadowland with farmland views in every direction. Hall, cloakroom, kitchen / dining room, sitting room with log burner. Master bedroom suite, guest suite, third bedroom / study. Detached garage and ample parking. Delightful formal and informal gardens with an abundance of colour and variety enhanced by privacy, a sunny aspect and stunning views.

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Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Ideal for multi-use.

Guide ÂŁ375,000

A handsome period Grade II listed village home with magnificent timber-frame. Extensive and well-presented accommodation offering secondary accommodation within the rear wing.

Large reception hall, kitchen/breakfast, drawing room, dining room, cellar. In the rear wing: utility room, shower room, hallway, study/further reception room, landing, bedroom. Off the main landing there are 3 bedrooms and a large bathroom. Outside: sunny and private courtyard. Garage.

Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Annexe/let.

Guide ÂŁ330,000

Well-proportioned comfortable period house of C15 th century origins with ample parking, deep garden and detached coach house affording workshop and annexe.

Stunning sitting room with open fire, large dining room, kitchen, utility / rear lobby. Galleried landing, three double bedrooms, bathroom. Gas fired central heating. Garage. Converted first floor offering open plan bedroom / sitting room, large bathroom. Gas central heating.

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01672 516 619 www.birkmyrepc.co.uk

Savernake Forest, Marlborough, Wiltshire

ÂŁ1,250,000

A recently refurbished period house which would suit extension subject to the relevant consents, set in a clearing in the heart of this Ancient Forest In all 13.4 acres (5.43 Ha)

2 Reception Rooms, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility, Master Bedroom, Two further Bedrooms, Family Bath and Shower Room. Garden and land, site for new barn style garaging.

1 Hughenden Yard, Marlborough, Wiltshire SN8 1LT

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Postal paradise FLOWER FLAT Close to the Royal Hospital Chelsea and its world famous annual horticultural extravaganza, the Chelsea Flower Show, Burton Court has a three-bedroom apartment to let on the fourth floor.

The 1636 sq ft home in Franklins Row has westerly views over Burton Court’s open spaces and includes three bathrooms, a reception room, lift access and porter services.

It also has access to the communal gardens.

Burton Court, Franklins Row, Chelsea SW3, £2500 per week furnished, Savills Sloane Street 0207 824 9046

A newly refurbished and interior designed loft-style apartment in Westminster is set on the first floor of the exclusive new development in the reinvented Royal Post Office building at Howick Place.

Set behind a period façade, the property offers oak flooring, underfloor heating, air-conditioning and concierge services. Living space of 1610 sq ft includes a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, study or second bedroom, reception room and open plan kitchen. It also has a shower room.

Cafes, restaurants and shops of Victoria and Westminster are on the doorstep, and Victoria station is also close by.

Howick Place, Westminster SW1, £1395 per week furnished, Knight Frank 020 7881 7722

One bed in W1 A newly refurbished onebed flat in Nottingham Place, Marylebone, features double-height ceilings and a terrace at the front of the reception room. It also offers an open plan kitchen and built-in rear storage.

Nottingham Place, Marylebone W1, £975 per week furnished, Savills Marylebone 020 3527 0400

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Lettings Lowdown Special report by Georgina Bartlett, head of Savills Mayfair Lettings The lettings market in Mayfair has been quite volatile recently, with busy weeks followed by quieter weeks before the pace begins to pick back up.

Good quality new stock is a key factor here, as it continues to drive enquiries and attract interest. In the second quarter of 2014, our stock levels have doubled compared to the start of the year, with landlords looking to make the most of the traditionally busy spring market.

While there are a number of serious applicants, the high level of stock means that the market is fickle and landlords need to be ready to sign paperwork quickly to avoid losing tenants to other properties during the progression process.

Applicant searches are very much focused on property quality rather than location, using more flexible search areas to help find exactly what they are looking for. In Mayfair, UK tenants dominate the market, but are closely followed by Western Europeans and North Americans, particularly for topend properties at £2000 or more per week.

Our top tip for landlords is that high quality, wellpriced stock will receive multiple

bids and is frequently being let at first viewing.

Applicants are very well educated and willing to move quickly to snap up a bargain, so correct pricing is important.

For properties that are sticking, a fresh coat of paint and sprucing up interiors can make a big difference and prove to be a cost effective improvement in the long run.

Although average values in prime central London lettings have not increased as fast as other London areas, Mayfair has still seen positive price movement so far this year with a 2.5 per cent rise forecast by the end of the year. By 2018, average values are predicted to rise by 20.4 per cent.

Encouragingly, the top reasons for tenants moving to the area are relocation and preferring to rent at 63 per cent and 32 per cent respectively, emphasising Mayfair’s enduring appeal.

BELGRAVIA Lowndes Close is a quiet residential mews in Belgravia and a twobedroom house here offers three floors of living space plus a private patio garden and allocated parking.

Total inside space of more than 1500 sq ft includes a first floor reception room and a ground floor containing a kitchen, breakfast and dining room that leads out onto the patio.

Lowndes Close, Belgravia SW1, guide price £2700 per week, Savills Sloane Street 0207 824 9046

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Audley fashion A newly refurbished three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment is to let on the third floor of the small portered block at Audley House in North Audley Street, Mayfair.

Total living space at the air-conditioned property is more than 2000 sq ft including a reception room with dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen. It also has a lift and a porter.

Close to Hyde Park, North Audley Street runs between Oxford Street – by Selfridges – and Grosvenor Square and there are plenty of boutiques and restaurants nearby.

Audley House, North Audley Street, Mayfair W1, £17,116 per month furnished, Knight Frank Mayfair 020 3733 7384

High-tech extras in the West End Fully integrated touch screen technology and comfort cooling are in place at a three-bedroom first floor flat to let in the West End. Walking distance from Oxford Street and Hyde Park, the Great Cumberland Place property has excellent entertaining space including an open plan kitchen – with Miele appliances – and reception room.

Both the master and second bedrooms have a dressing area and en suite bathroom, and the third bedroom could be used as study. French windows from the second bedroom lead to a west-facing paved terrace, and there’s a guest shower room.

The Marylebone apartment has direct lift access, and the nearest tube is Marble Arch.

Great Cumberland Place, Marylebone W1, £1650 per week unfurnished, Kaye & Carey 020 7590 0066

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Rutland Gate SW7 £5,950,000 This rare third floor lateral conversion is situated opposite Hyde Park, a stone’s throw from Knightsbridge with its vast array of international boutiques, bars and restaurants. The fabulous apartment provides generous accommodation including a truly magnificent 43ft reception space that has views toward the park, a large contemporary kitchen, two stunning guest bedroom suites and an extravagant master bedroom suite with a dressing room. The property further benefits from the use of a direct lift and a resident concierge. Share of Freehold. EPC=C. Joint Sole Agent.

SOUTH KENSINGTON: 020 7590 0800 sales.skn@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Halsey Street SW3 £3,500,000 This magnificent family home is presented in excellent condition throughout and features a stunning Underwood kitchen leading through to a bright dining room. Following the stairs down to the lower ground floor, there is a study with doors leading out to the garden, a large double bedroom with en suite bathroom, a utility room and a storage vault. The upper floors provide a further double reception room, a master bedroom suite and a further two double bedrooms. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.

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Westminster Gardens SW1 ÂŁ2,400,000 This beautifully presented contemporary four-bedroom, split-level apartment is located in a popular portered Art Deco mansion block in Westminster. The ground floor boasts a central staircase with a glass balustrade that divides the reception/dining space and a beautifully appointed kitchen. Upstairs comprises a large master bedroom with en suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms, a family bathroom and the flexibility of incorporating the fourth bedroom as a dressing room. Share of Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.

PIMLICO: 020 7828 8100 sales.pim@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Ladbroke Terrace W11 £1,495,000 This rarely available two-bedroom, raised ground oor apartment is located on beautiful Victorian terrace in a prime Notting Hill location. Boasting high ceilings throughout, the accommodation offers excellent entertaining space with lovely period features including original shutters and large bay windows. There is a well appointed contemporary kitchen, two double bedrooms, excellent storage space and two bathrooms (one en suite). Share of Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.

NOTTING HILL: 020 7605 6890 sales.hol@marshandparsons.co.uk

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St Quintin Avenue W10 ÂŁ899,000 This generous two-bedroom apartment boasts stylish accommodation throughout including superb entertaining space with a sleek open plan kitchen/reception room, a stunning master bedroom, a further guest bedroom and two modern bathrooms. The property is located on a sought after North Kensington Avenue, a short walk from the wealth of amenities, restaurants and bars on Portobello Road and Ladbroke Grove. Share of Freehold. EPC=C. Joint Sole Agent.

NORTH KENSINGTON: 020 7313 8350 sales.nkn@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Neville Street W11 £4,750 per week This perfectly situated house has been finished to exacting standards to provide impressive living/entertaining space and a large private garden. The accommodation comprises a large contemporary kitchen, a separate dining room, family room, a bright first floor reception room with terrace and a study. The bedroom accommodation includes a master bedroom with separate dressing room and en suite bathroom, five further bedrooms and four bathrooms. EPC=D SOUTH KENSINGTON: 020 7590 0800 lets.skn@marshandparsons.co.uk

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