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Homes for sale in Battersea. Shuttleworth Road, Battersea SW11 A delightful apartment close to nearby leisure facilities, green spaces, bars and restaurants.

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Courtyard garden Bright and well presented Located near Battersea Park Approximately 754 sq ft of living space

Matt Smith looks forward to helping you.

matt.smith@knightfrank.com 020 81 289 310

Guide price £815,000 Freehold

Octavia Street, Battersea SW11 Close to Battersea Park Road which enjoys a variety of local amenities, charming pubs, and restaurants.

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Modern extension Well-equipped kitchen Approximately 947 sq ft Stylish and light living space

Matt Smith looks forward to helping you.

matt.smith@knightfrank.com

Guide price £995,000 Share of freehold

020 81 289 310

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Properties available in Dulwich. Matham Grove, East Dulwich An attractive Victorian house in a peaceful residential road, with excellent local schools nearby.

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Good transport links In the heart of East Dulwich Period home Approximately 1,815 sq ft

Chris Burton looks forward to helping you.

chris.burton@knightfrank.com 020 3815 9417

Guide price £1,350,000

Whateley Road, East Dulwich An ideal home for a young professional couple or growing family, close to local amenities, schools and parks.

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Spacious Victorian townhouse Private walled garden Idyllic, end of terrace location Approximately 1,849 sq ft

Chris Burton looks forward to helping you.

chris.burton@knightfrank.com

Guide price £1,150,000

020 8022 3741

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DEC 19 / JAN 20

38 NEWS & VIEWS

handing over the keys to a number of their Bespoke homes in time for the festive season

10 Home Front. Jenny Knight looks for tidings of joy 11 The Word. Sam Sproston, Partner and Office Head Knight Frank Wandsworth, looks back and forward at an active market 15 The Profile. Alex Oppenheim celebrates 15 years at John D Wood & Co Battersea 18 Heads-up. Top award for independent agent, London drivers chose green, Wimbledon prepares for panto season 18 Word on the Street. Is now a good time to get a good deal on your home at auction? 22 Thinking of moving – expert advice from Move IQ’s Phil Spencer 24 Secret Agent. Elaine Edwards of Roy Brooks revealed 42 What’s On. Festive happenings around SOUTH 43 NEW HOMES. Tim Banks CEO of Octagon celebrates

15 45 Nine contemporary homes in a unique conversion and two new four bedroom homes in Wandsworth 48 Money Matters. Duncan Farmer looks at what factors are affecting the London property market 75 Diary of an Estate Agent. Jane Robathan of Roy Brooks

HOME 8

SOUTH Loves. Our wish list

26 Joined+Jointed – New generation design 28 The Trend. Hang it all

ON THE MARKET 10 VIP Property. An impressive modern home in Streatham 10 Trophy Home. A grand, unique house with spectacular gardens in Coombe

33 EXCLUSIVE. Four properties set to impress 50 South West London. Homes for Christmas – luxurious new homes ready to move into 51 Robert Holmes Wimbledon. Edwardian facade fronts a modern family home 55 Robert Holmes Coombe. An immaculate house on one of Coombe’s best roads 60 South West London. A spacious family home Between the Commons, a charming Victorian cottage in Putney and a period apartment in Tulse Hill 74 South East London. A detached, double-fronted house in Dulwich and a magnificent home to rent in Beckenham 76 Lettings. A spacious split-level top floor flat off Clapham Common, a spacious apartment in central Putney and an immaculate Victorian conversion in Tulse Hill

77 Luxe Lettings. A unique three bedroom apartment in Battersea, a beautiful family home in a private road off Kingston Hill 78 Super Prime Let. A fine detached Victorian house close to the Common and the Village in Wimbledon

COUNTRY 79 An impeccable Huf House on a mature plot in Esher 82 London in 60 minutes – commutable country homes 83 Coastal Homes – seaside living for Londoners

FINALLY 86 Directory of South London agents 90 Last Word. Neil Cunningham, Regional Partner, Knight Frank, has the final say

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SOUTH LOVES... SEEIT. SHOPIT. DOIT.

GRAND OPENING

Another great location chosen by the people behind The Skylark Café on Wandsworth Common and The Rookery Café on Streatham Common, The Stables Café has recently opened at Orleans House Gallery on Twickenham Riverside – one of London’s most stunning historic buildings. The café is housed in the original Victorian Stables with its cobbled floors and the stalls converted to comfortable seating booths with added outside seating in the courtyard. Just as in its well-loved sister cafés, the food is all made from fresh ingredients onsite and includes simple but delicious toasties and sandwiches, breakfast baps and Clarence Court eggs on toast, a wholesome and delicious home-made granola as well all-day brunch dishes and a range of baked treats. The Stables Café, Orleans House Gallery, Riverside Twickenham TW1 3DJ. www.orleanshousecafe.co.uk

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A delight for your dining room – made to order using modern manufacturing techniques alongside traditional cabinet making skills and finished by hand. All the company’s furniture is made using sustainable timber products and, wherever possible, environmentally friendly paints, oils and waxes, designed and built near Bath. Loop Cabinet (three door), available in other colours and sizes, £1,725,000.

Dress it up or leave it bare, the Arran Christmas tree is the perfect contemporary alternative to the trad real fir. Handmade and wrapped in soft chenille, the tree stands at just over 1 metre tall and the branches are bendable for easy storage, £65. www.habitat.co.uk

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BEAR NECESSITY?

Ready and waiting for that yuletide tree? Charming side table in polyresin with a circular wood shaped top, £135. www.frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk

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Create you own winter wonderland with a mural that you can peel off and stick up. Made to measure in a variety of quality wallpapers, Folklore Forest from £32/m2. www.wallsauce.com

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HOMEFRONT

TROPHY HOME

Jenny Knight looks for tidings of joy

t the time of writing it was anyone’s idea what the result of the election would be. And it’s fair to say that quite a few people seemed less than delighted with the choices. Then there was Brexit hanging over us. Will we leave, remain or stumble on, half in and half out? It all sounded pretty gloomy but the Christmas issue, by journalistic tradition, has to contain good news. And good news is desperately needed as the night draws in, the weather gets chillier and rainier and the sun vanishes behind a cloud. Then it occurred to me that with promises by both main parties to boost police numbers there is some good news. More and more people are equipping their houses with security systems that photograph or record incursions by burglars of opportunistic thefts of parcels left by the front door. The trouble is quite a lot of these snaps which are routinely posted on websites like Nextdoor are a bit like passport photographs. They show horrible looking people, who look nothing much like they actually are. So SOUTH’s hope for the New Year is that all our local crooks turn over a new leaf, or failing that, the various security systems improve the quality

of their recordings and photographs. Then all but the dimmest criminals really will lay down their jemmies and swag bags. Sadly Christmas is the prime time for doorstep thefts. With one in five UK consumers saying they have had a delivery go missing over the festive season. The villains range from opportunists, to neighbours, to delivery staff themselves. Worst still burglars are stealing the smart doorbells that were specially designed to deter them. The video devices, costing between £89 and £449, film anyone who approaches the door – allowing homeowners to watch real-time footage of them on an app on their mobile phones. But the doorbells themselves have become a target for thieves who sell them on the black market. It seems that criminals can pull the gadgets off door frames in a few seconds. Aware that they will be filmed, the canny thieves tend to wear balaclavas to make it hard for police to identify them. So have a merry Christmas, but keep that CCTV and your doorstep cameras in working order. With any luck you may get your very own film of someone taking a Christmas wreath off the door or removing your blow up Santa from the front lawn. HO HO HO.

onstructed in the early 1900s by the Surrey Master Builder Walter George Tarrant, The Gate House occupies an exceptional plot of over three acres, running between spectacular gardens to the properties that have been constructed in more recent years in Coombe Park and Coombe Ridings. This unique property has ten bedrooms, a swimming pool and various outbuildings. £8,500,000 Savills Wimbledon 0208 8971 8111

THOROUGHLY MODERN One of two newly built houses in a quiet, tucked away location behind the villas that line Streatham Common, designed by architect Rafael Borrego and constructed to impressively high standards. The design cuts a striking low profile in its secluded setting, that combines elegant narrow brick slips and zinc cladding, hiding internal monochrome courtyards within. This is the larger house (around 4,317 sq ft internally). It has five bedrooms, a large internal courtyard, a gym and sauna, and a private integral garage. Accommodation is arranged over two levels, with four large bedrooms at ground level and expansive living space, a media room, study, and a gym/ fifth bedroom on the floor below. House 1, Streatham Common, SW16, £2,200,000 www. themodernhouse.com

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THE WORD Sam Sproston, Partner and Oﬃce Head Knight Frank Wandsworth, looks back and forward at an active market

efore writing I thought I might look back over what I’ve written over the last few years and it comes as no surprise that I reference unpredictable markets, erratic trading but opportunities for buyers and clients alike, along with some great results for us. 2019 has been no different. Last year we had our best year since opening here on Bellevue Road in 2006 and we are on target for another record year. But the market is very different. In the last 10 months we have seen a reduction in the number of properties being listed for sale (a 28% drop in new instructions above £1m) and an increase in the number of buyers registering. In fact, according our own data, the demand and supply imbalance is the biggest we have seen for 10 years. The total budget of prospective Knight Frank buyers now sits at a staggering £55 billion in London. If you are a regular reader of property journals such as SOUTH or take an interest in the property market, it will be no surprise to hear that good quality, well priced stock is still attracting interest and selling well. All the good agents will have stories and so contrary to the negativity in the press, there is an active market in which to trade, if you want or need to. Added to this, buyers are able to source extremely favourable rates on mortgages. Only today I was asked to send out an email by our Knight Frank Finance broker highlighting rates of sub 1%! Needless to say, there have also been clients who have struggled but we are always on hand to offer advice and realistic solutions. We do not

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Guide Price £1,350,000-£1,500,000 The Old Nursery is an impressive five bedroom detached family home with flexible accommodation arranged over three levels, located in an enviable, secluded location set within 4.5 acres of mature gardens and woodland which includes four ponds and a 1,400 sq ft garage building. The property is hidden away on a quiet country lane in rural Rotherfield surrounded by fields and farmland. Royal Tunbridge Wells is a short drive away, offering theatres, shops, mainline railway station, The Pantiles and grammar schools. Freeman Forman Tunbridge Wells 01892 640 260

necessarily always advise price reductions as we have had tremendous success with the help of our interiors service (Knight Frank Interiors) and believe that every property should be made to look as attractive as possible for marketing. If it is empty we can furnish it. If it is unmodernised we can offer CGIs of the potential space but we will always be on hand to discuss solutions with our clients. Our main aim is always to give the best advice. We have also strengthened our operation here with the addition of a lettings team and I’m thoroughly enjoying the buzz of an even busier office! We have always covered the area but now have every desk filled and should you prefer to rent your home, we can help with that too. For a full list of Knight Frank Kennington service lines, please log onto Tandoori www.knightfrank.com or 313 Kennington Road, call the team here and to London, SE11 4QE keep up to date with the Wandsworth kenningtontandoori.com team please follow What’s it like? SWagent.ss on Kennington Tandoori is a true Instagram. gem in the heart of Kennington. Having been here since 1985 it is hugely popular with a lot of local residents as well as many MPs from Westminster. It is a great place for lunch or dinner and, with the recent addition of their takeaway lunchboxes, it means you can enjoy this wonderful food from the comfort of your home or desk. And the food? It serves stunning and truly authentic Indian food. The menu includes classic delicacies, which showcase the rich flavours of India.

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Pretty terraced houses for sale. Kingswood Road, Brixton SW2 A beautifully presented 3 bedroom Victorian terrace house with a pretty east-facing garden.

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Attractive period features Inbuilt storage Bay windows Approximately 1,266 sq ft

Jack looks forward to helping you.

jack.gravestock@knightfrank.com 020 7768 0994

Guide price £895,000

Tilehurst Road, Wandsworth SW18 Lovely Edwardian family house located on the Fieldview Estate with a 51ft garden near Wandsworth Common.

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Off street parking Excellent storage Renovated and refurbished throughout Approximately 1,676 sq ft

Sam looks forward to helping you.

sam.sproston@knightfrank.com

Guide price £1,195,000

020 7768 0994

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All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent and the deposit, an administration fee of £288 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property (if not an AST). (All fees shown are inclusive of VAT.) If the landlord agrees to you having a pet, you may be required to pay a higher deposit (if not an AST) or higher weekly rent (if an AST). Please ask us for more information about other fees that will apply or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk/tenantfees.

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Magnificent family homes for sale. Elsynge Road, Wandsworth SW18 A detached Victorian house built for the Great Exhibition of 1850 with off street parking.

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Off street parking 72 ft garden Good transport links Approximately 3,103 sq ft

Sam Sproston looks forward to helping you.

sam.sproston@knightfrank.com 020 7768 0994

Guide price £2,850,000

Clapham Common North Side, SW4 A magnificent residence finished to the highest standard with southerly views across Clapham Common.

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Swimming pool Private parking Rooftop with 360 degree views Approximately 6,963 sq ft

Sam looks forward to helping you.

sam.sproston@knightfrank.com

Guide price £9,000,000

020 7768 0994

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An exceptional family home in a prime Wimbledon location.

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Parkside, Wimbledon Village SW19 A fabulous detached house that has been re-built and extended behind the original period facade. This magnificent house has great volume and is finished to a high standard throughout. • • • •

Dominic Pasqua looks forward to helping you. dominic.pasqua@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026

Facing directly onto Wimbledon Common Underfloor heating throughout Fantastic master bedroom suite Approximately 11,784 sq ft

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THE

CELEBRATING 15YEARS

PROFILE

Alex Oppenheim looks back at his successes in the Battersea office of John D Wood & Co

ithout sounding as if I am writing a letter to the Editor of The Spectator magazine, I was in full agreement with Patrick Rampton (Rampton Baseley Estate Agents) when he wrote in his article of the September edition of this publication that he thought that it took around 10,000 hours of working in an area in order to have a good understanding of the local market. To save readers reaching for the calculator, this length of time is approximately a little under five years (based on working a 40 hour week). Last month, as I marked my 15th year of working in the Battersea office of John D Wood & Co, for the briefest of moments I paused to reflect that I had spent a third of my life sitting at the same desk! There are of course some highlights that stick out in the memory, such as the very large house sales, achieving a record price at the time for a particular road, or more awkwardly walking into bedrooms when people were still in bed (awkward when they are your clients, even more awkward when one of them is not!). Putting all of that aside, the fundamental role of a good local estate agent is to provide strategic advice for the long term and from that a great many good things will follow. Advising clients not to sell (if there is no requirement to do so) is of equal importance as advising someone when to sell in order to achieve the very best price â&#x20AC;&#x201C; life after all is about timing. That is why I take huge pleasure in acting for the same clients time and time again, in some instances acting for different generations of the same family. This is a hallmark of John D Wood & Co and in Battersea, between the four members of the sales team, we have amassed in excess of 50 years of working together in the same office. A very useful quiver to have in our bow when operating within the current market and when it comes to advising on what is for most of us their largest asset. This is perhaps best illustrated by our results. In the past 18 months the Battersea office has sold more properties in the Battersea Park area than any other agent. Furthermore, and contrary to the perceived impact of Brexit, we have in the last year sold homes to buyers from more than 20 different countries. As we draw towards the end of the year there will be a plethora of market predictions for 2020 and beyond. No one really knows the right answer! But what I can assure you of is that we will be here advising our clients and giving the very best possible advice; something that this office has been doing continuously since it first opened in 1980.

I take huge pleasure in acting for the same clients time and time again, in some instances acting for different generations of the same family

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New properties to call home

College Road, SE21 4 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, master bedroom suite, 3 further bedrooms, 2 further bathrooms, self-contained annexe, wrap-around garden, off-street parking, 470 sq m (5,030 sq ft), EPC=D

Guide £4.95 million | Freehold

Melody Road, SW18 Double reception room, reception room/dining room/kitchen, 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, utility room, cellar, 57 ft South-West facing rear garden, 225 sq m (2,420 sq ft), EPC=E

Guide £1.75 million | Freehold

Talk to us today Drew Zendra Savills Northcote Road 020 3428 2222 dzendra@savills.com

Adam Dryden-Peck Savills Battersea Park 020 3402 1900 adpeck@savills.com

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Mandeville Courtyard, SW11 Kitchen/dining/reception room, master bedroom suite with dressing room, further bedroom, further bathroom, secure portered development, warehouse conversion, high ceilings and large windows throughout, 105 sq m (1,115 sq ft), EPC=D

Guide ÂŁ995,000 | Share of Freehold

Lavender Sweep, SW11 Reception room, dining room/kitchen, bedroom with en suite shower room, further bedroom, further bathroom, rear garden, split-level apartment, 70 sq m (720 sq ft), EPC=D

Guide ÂŁ699,999 | Share of Freehold

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HEADS-UP DOINGIT DIGITALLY

Santander, the high-street bank, is investing in an American business that hopes to enable British mortgage borrowers to arrange a loan solely through their smartphone. According to Mortgage Finance Gazette: “Roostify, which was founded in 2012, is an integrated digital lending platform which connects customers and lenders to accelerate the home loan experience by eliminating paper and simplifying the process to reduce costs. Santander said the investment would support Roostify’s growth through its continued build-out of capabilities of its public cloud-based platform, including enhanced decision-making and fulfilment capabilities, data and machine learning tools, and additional consumer lending products”

DRIVETO THEGREEN New research reveals that Londoners are more likely to go green by buying or renting an electric or hybrid car than people in other regions. According to Geotab some 76% of Londoners in the market for a new car are thinking ‘green’ compared with only 57% of people in other regions. And 38% of Londoners think their area has good charging facilities compared to 21% nationally. London has 11.3 charging points per square mile, compared to 0.5 per square mile in the second best equipped region in the East Midlands. And 40% of London respondents say that reducing climate impact is a main motivator to go electric. Geotab is the world’s leading telematics company. It’s research shows that a key reason for Londoners enthusiasm is the capital’s ultra low emissions zone. At 36%, Greater London residents had the lowest level of concern about how far electric vehicles will travel on a charge – because they have the shortest commute distances in the country, with 42% reporting a journey of under 10 miles.

FIRSTANDBEST It’s official – First Union Estate Agency is one of the very best Estate Agents in the country, according to an independent website. They now feature in the Best Estate Agent Guide, on the website www. bestestateagentguide.co.uk, that provides an independent reference source for sellers and landlords, to search for the best sales and lettings agency offices in their areas. The website is compiled by Property Academy with the support of Rightmove, the UK’s leading property portal. There are about 15,000 estate agents in the country and First Union was among this year’s award winners putting them in the top 3% of estate agents. Over 3 billion data points were analysed and 20,000 mystery shops carried out in search for this year’s top performers. The awards are made for property marketing, results and customer service – which consumers consider to be among the most important criteria when selecting which agent to sell or let their property. Peter Knight, founder of the Property Academy, says: “We set out to provide the home mover with a reliable resource to help identify the best estate agent in each area, whether someone is looking to sell or let a property. Only the top 3% have been recognised with an award.” Remy Caspa, Senior Lettings Negotiator at First Union said: “These awards follow a rigorous and independent assessment and we are thrilled to have been recognised as among the best in the country”.

BROWSEAWAY Traffic to property websites increases by 300% over the period between Christmas Day and the New Year as Christmas festivities pale and the idle mind turns to house hunting. There was a time – not centuries ago – when the Christmas break lasted for just two days. Now it is common for people to have a week or two weeks away from the workplace. That is an ideal time to browse online and plan your next property move. Remember that lots of new properties will be listed or re-launched just after the New Year, so the best bargains are likely to be found before then.

BETTERBRIDGE Wandsworth Bridge is to undergo multi-million pound refurbishment in the Spring with a £6 million upgrade, taking 10 months. To ensure traffic is kept moving, at least two of the bridge’s four lanes will remain open, allowing vehicles, buses and bikes to cross the river in both directions. It will also remain open to pedestrians. The works will include detailed structural repairs, carriageway resurfacing, waterproofing, corrosion protection and repainting. Eco-friendly low energy LED floodlights will be installed underneath its arches so they can be lit at night – making it more of a Thames landmark. Its existing street lamps will be replaced with Victorian-style architectural lights, further enhancing the appearance of this strategic river crossing. Around 40,000 vehicles cross the bridge every day.

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WORD ON THE STREET Is now the time to get a good deal on your home at auction?

YOUSHALLGO TOTHEBALL!

The glorious Wimbledon Theatre is home to it’s annual pantomime, opening night December 7. Join Cinderella as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming. Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients audiences expect, Cinderella features laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses. With Samantha Womack, Lesley Garrett, Pete Firman and Melody Thornton. Until January 5. Tickets from www.atgtickets.com

CHRIS COLEMAN-SMITH HEAD OF SAVILLS AUCTIONS We had some very serious and motivated buyers at our recent sale who were keen to transact and there was plenty of competitive bidding taking place. Attendance figures across the year have been pretty consistent and the room has always been busy. What we have tended to find is that people are now sitting in one of two camps; they’re either very committed and looking to buy or they are there to do their homework before committing in the future. There are buyers who are keen to buy before the end of the year and it’s quite possible that we’re in a period where people will look back and think ‘that would’ve been a good time to buy’ – only time will tell if that’s the case but if something ticks the boxes, people should go for it.

HELPFOR HOSPICE Knight Frank were very proud to have sponsored the annual Royal Trinity Hospice Christmas Fair again this year. The event was held at St Luke’s Church in Ramsden Road on November 12 and 13. The fair offers local businesses the opportunity to set up stalls and sell their wares. It helps raise much needed funds for the hospice located on Clapham Common which is such a hugely important part of the community.

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Warren Park - £6,950,000

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Corscombe Close - £2,500,000

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Coombe Hill Road - £4,475,000

Neville Avenue - £2,500,000

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Thinking of moving? Take advice from Property Expert Phil Spencer

How to sell your home this Christmas!

hink that Christmas is a bad time to sell? Think again! On Boxing Day in 2018, over 2 million people were reported to search for property online. For many people, Christmas is the time to relax and do nothing. For others, it’s a time to look to the future, make plans and some new year’s resolutions. A lengthy stay at home might also highlight some long-standing property problems, which can no longer be ignored. Roll on the property search then for something new and better... With the countdown to Christmas getting shorter, time is of the essence! You need to make sure your home is well presented, the best photos taken and all the marketing underway ready for the online Boxing Day browsers. Here are some top tips to help you sell your home at Christmas. SMARTEN UP YOUR HOME At this time of year, you’ll most likely have your Christmas Tree and decorations installed. Top tip: Try to have photos taken of your home before the decorations go up! Ensure your place looks tidy and inviting. Perhaps hold back from putting up some of your larger decorations, just in case your potential buyers feel overwhelmed. Other things to consider are: • complete any small, outstanding DIY jobs you had planned, • fix any tatty parts of your wallpaper • get a professional to help you treat any damp problems • touch up some of the paint on your walls if necessary Don’t neglect the outside of your home either! A tidy drive, pathway and garden also make a lasting first impression.

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CHOOSE THE RIGHT AGENT You need to choose your estate agent carefully. Select an agent that is experienced, enthusiastic and helpful. Consider the estate agency’s marketing reach and do not automatically choose the agent that gives the highest sale price. Asking too high a price could put off potential buyers – just be realistic! If you want your agent to go the extra mile to speed up your sale, you could offer an attractive commission rate to motivate their efforts. GET READY FOR VIEWINGS Whilst traditionally you might wait to take down your decorations until January 7, if you are serious about selling and have viewings booked in just after Christmas, you might need to take a different approach this year. You need to help potential buyers to imagine themselves living there – you could start with the following steps: • Depersonalise your home – try and cut down the amount of kids’ toys spilling out of drawers and family photographs on show. • Make more space – try and move as much clutter into storage as you can. • You may love your pets but potential buyers may not. I would suggest making sure they are not in the house during viewings. • Make your home smell lovely – this may not help to sell but a bad smell can certainly put people off.

Providing your potential buyers with clear and transparent information about your property will help to attract viewings and offers from serious, prospective buyers. Gazeal offers you the opportunity to make your property information available to buyers much earlier on, bringing efficiency and speed to the sales process. PLAN YOUR NEXT PURCHASE Assuming that you are selling in order to buy another property, it’s vital you have a clear list of criteria of what you want from your new home, and are able to differentiate between your needs and your wants. Being prepared and having a clear plan will help you stay focused, save time on wasted viewings and hopefully allow you to target your search at the most suitable properties only. Good luck with your property sale and a Merry Christmas! NEED FURTHER ADVICE? To get Phil Spencer’s step-by-step checklists to help you sell your home, sign up for Free to Move iQ. Whether you’re buying, renting, selling, moving or owning, Phil shares his property advice all in one place over on www.moveiq.co.uk

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Estate Agent Roy Brooks Position Sales Manager Where do you live?

Chislehurst – I love the green open spaces and easy access to London

Favourite open space in London?

Greenwich Park, I love walking my dog on a Sunday and admiring the views of the Thames and London

What do you consider your greatest achievement?

My four sons who have grown to be very successful in their own lives. Being a working mother was not easy!

Tell us something that would surprise people about you. I am very funny and have a naughty, mischievous side

Aside from property what’s your most expensive purchase?

A one bed flat in Lee

370 Old York Road SW18 1SP telephone 020 8480 4444 email wandsworth@first-union.co.uk

Favourite book, film or album now?

I love all music and listen to a lot of artists. Listening to Bowie recently

What did you want to be when you were growing up? A model – mum would not let me!

What three things would take to a desert island? My lipstick, suntan lotion and my husband!

What is your most treasured possession?

My treasured possession is a Christmas card from my dad who died prematurely when I was 15

What is top of your bucket list?

I have lived life to the full and don’t really have a bucket list but I have heard NZ is beautiful! I can’t see myself jumping out of an aeroplane!

Who would you like to stuck in a lift with?

Brian Ferry, who is still very sexy. He could sing to me

What is your guiltiest pleasure? Shopping!

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FIVE TOP TIPS FOR MOVING HOME BY CHRISTMAS With the festive period fast approaching, homeowners considering a move should act quickly to ensure a smooth relocation before Christmas

he conveyancing experts at JMP Solicitors have compiled a list of top tips for moving house, taking into account logistical considerations such as smartening up a premises, and organising belongings, pets and post. Here are the five top tips for moving home:

GET THE PROPERTY READY FOR MARKETING Once the decision has been made to move house before Christmas, it’s a good idea to smarten up your home before putting your property on the market. Declutter the property and redecorate if necessary, a coat of paint can work wonders, as can giving the house a deep clean, emptying the loft and turning the storage/ junk room into a useable space. Your property will then be more appealing to a prospective buyer, especially with a realistic price tag – always check the competing market. It’s also worth ensuring that you get the best survey you can before you commit to any purchase, if the boiler does not work and you’ve already moved in, prepare for an expensive replacement, especially around Christmas time.

BE PATIENT It’s important to be clear on timescales which can often shift depending on how long a chain is. Sometimes you have no option but to sit tight, however you can still communicate your wishes to an estate agent and solicitor who can then communicate these to a buyer/seller on your behalf. Such an approach doesn’t guarantee success, but it does increase the chance of a successful resolution. Ensure when viewing a property, you make it clear that you want to move before Christmas and check how the seller responds. The last day you can move house and complete the sale before Christmas is Friday 20 December 2019.

CHOOSE YOUR REMOVAL COMPANY WISELY Moving house without the help of a removal company may be cheaper, but it can also be very stressful. If you are opting for DIY packing, it is best to start as early as two weeks before your moving date to box up items you aren’t currently using. This will make the whole process less stressful and will also help with the de-cluttering of items that you never use or don’t need, which can go to charity. Writing the contents and room on each box will help organise your packing and make unpacking easier. If you don’t fancy packing yourself, get your removals company to pack for you. A good removals company will be able to supply you with purpose-built boxes and packing materials, and they will offer various packing options to suit you.

DON’T FORGET TO TIE UP LOOSE ENDS Be sure to inform utility companies that you are moving and have all mail forwarded to your new address once you have exchanged contracts. Write your Christmas cards in plenty of time and post with your new address pre-printed inside, this saves time and money on separate letters and messages.

LOOK AFTER YOUR PETS Both pets and young children can find moving house very stressful. Whilst animals can be kept safe and secure in a separate room to the unpacking, it is best to see if family or friends can look after children for the day so that they do not get anxious about the moving process and leaving their old home, this way they won’t feel unsettled and can just enjoy the excitement of arriving at their new home.

About JMP Solicitors Established in 2000, JMP Solicitors is a Grantham-based multi-service law firm providing services for a diverse range of local and national clients from individuals, to companies and organisations.

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HIGHSPEC This contemporary, detached family home has been finished to a high specification and is ideally located between Wimbledon Village and the All England Lawn Tennis Club

he property offers lateral space over two floors with five bedrooms, a landscaped south-westerly facing rear garden and a driveway for up to four vehicles. The entrance hallway leads to a guest cloakroom. While the open-plan reception/kitchen/ dining room provides the wow factor with a good range of quality contemporary units, integrated appliances and bi-fold doors to the garden. A further reception room and study completes the ground floor. The first floor includes a good sized

master bedroom with ample storage and a large en suite bathroom with a walkin shower. There is also a guest room with separate shower room and a family bathroom. Three more bedrooms complete this level. There is also the potential (subject to the necessary consents) to convert the loft if another room is required.

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CLOSETO COMMON With seven bedrooms, four bathrooms and five reception rooms, this period house of over 3,800 square feet is close to the shops and restaurants of fashionable Northcote Road

he double fronted house is also near to good rail links from Wandsworth Common into Victoria, or Waterloo via Clapham Junction. The property has a wide entrance hall, with glass pocket doors which open to the left into a bayfronted double reception room with an attractive fireplace and intricate ceiling plaster work with French doors leading to the garden. To the right is a spectacular kitchen/dining/family room, offering open plan living space. The contemporary kitchen features an extensive range of fitted cupboards and units, fully integrated appliances and a large breakfast bar. The dining area overlooks a wonderfully private 78ft landscaped garden with a useful bike store accessed via secure side access from the front of the house. The house also benefits from a downstairs cloakroom.

The lower ground floor includes a cinema room, a playroom with bi-folding doors for garden access, two double bedrooms, a fully fitted utility room, and a stylish shower room. On the first floor, to the front, there is a luxurious master bedroom suite with bespoke fitted wardrobes and a spectacular bathroom, featuring a freestanding oval shaped bath, separate glass shower, and underfloor heating. To the rear are two additional double bedrooms both with fitted wardrobes and a shower room. On the second floor, there are two more double bedrooms with storage under the eaves, a pretty roof terrace, and a contemporary family bathroom.

‘The dining area overlooks a wonderfully private 78ft landscaped garden’

Gorst Road, Wandsworth, SW11, £3,600,000, Knight Frank 020 8682 7768

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GEORGIAN MANOR West Hall is an important Grade II listed Manor House in need of complete renovation, within a generous plot of almost two thirds of an acre, with the added attraction of a separate coach house and studio

he beautiful house dates from the end of the 17th Century and is Kew’s only surviving building of the period apart from Kew Palace. It has been home to many distinguished families. The handsome facade features beautifully regimented fenestration, typical of the grander houses of this era, and a charming pilastered entrance canopy and fanlight. Internally there are notable features including wonderful fireplaces, operational box window shutters, fine panelling and pine floors. The gracious rooms has excellent proportions, with natural light and pleasant garden aspects. The principal garden is mainly laid to lawn and there is also an enchanting courtyard garden that sits between the house and the coach house and studio. The house is well set back

from the road and has a large gravel swept driveway to the front, providing secure parking for several vehicles. The house is conveniently located within just a few hundred yards of Kew Village, and even closer to a picturesque stretch of The River Thames. Kew has a charming atmosphere with a wide selection of independent shops and cafés, a monthly market and the Michelin starred Glasshouse restaurant. It is famous for The Royal Botanical Gardens and historic Kew Palace, located just off Kew Green – a scenic village green with a Church and cricket pavilion. The village also has a train station with a direct service to Waterloo and is on the District Line tube.

‘It has been home to many distinguished families’

West Hall Road, Richmond, Surrey, £5.5m, Savills 020 8614 9100

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PERIODMEETS CONTEMPORARY This impressive, early Victorian house has been extended and renovated to an exceptional standard. It stands on an elevated corner position with far reaching views to the south, in a peaceful location close to local shops and Wimbledon Common

he house has three to four bedrooms and is an exceptional example of a property in a conservation area that has been totally re-built internally, and extended, while preserving the period authenticity. The light interior has been designed to provide flexibility for modern multipurpose living. There are generous central living areas, ideal for entertaining, and more intimate spaces for quieter times. The basement can be accessed separately, and could potentially provide self-contained accommodation if required. The extensive works included the replacement of the front roof and the creation of a stunning basement with high ceilings and full-height factory-style metal double-glazed windows. All windows throughout the house have been replaced with custommade double-glazed timber sashes and all the floors have been replaced within a steel framework. A ventilation and warm air recovery system is energy efficient and provides fresh air, even with the windows closed, creating a quiet and calm internal environment. Re-wiring also provides plenty of TV and data points, 5 amp lighting circuits and low energy ceiling and wall lights with Stealth Acoustics’ speakers, designed for use with a system such as Sonos, concealed within the drawing room ceiling. Complete re-plumbing includes a water softener, gravity drainage for internal waste water and underfloor heating throughout.

The sleek, stylish but practical kitchen provides maximum storage, a Quooker boiling water tap, integrated full height fridge and freezer and Miele appliances including a tall dishwasher, full-size oven, a compact oven/microwave and a warming drawer and gas hob. The bathrooms are equipped with Duravit basins, Catalano WCs and slot-drain showers tiled flush with the bath/shower rooms. The master en suite includes a Bette bath. Taps and shower fittings are from Crosswater and Hans Grohe/Axor Starck. Interior finishes include Artisans tumbled mid-grey flagstones to the ground floor, Mandarin stone ‘cement’ porcelain tiles to the basement and bath/shower rooms, solid wood doors from The London Door Company, with pocket sliding doors between the kitchen and the sitting room and between two of the basement rooms, and reclaimed timber decorative wall-cladding in the reception hall and part of the basement. All the internal walls are insulated, with a full-height acoustic lined party wall, and lined with ply to facilitate the hanging of artwork. There is a multitude of storage throughout. The garden has been completely redesigned and re-planted. It has a new wall and hedge and reclaimed York stone paving.

‘The basement can be accessed separately, and could potentially provide selfcontained accommodation’

St John’s Road, Wimbledon Village, SW19, £4,250,000, Robert Holmes & Company 020 8947 9833

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WHAT’SON... CAROLS IN THE SQUARE Battersea Square

BALHAM WINTER MARKET The Balham Bowls Club

Brass band, carols, mulled wine and mince pies, crepes and hot chocolate with wreaths and decorations for sale plus a panto performance. www.batterseasquare.org.uk

Independent sellers with handmade gifts. Crafts for children and mulled wine.

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LIGHT UP NINE ELMS Various venues 13-21 Dec

Beautiful illustrations of the nine elms trees growing along Nine Elms Lane projected by artist Jony Easterby onto buildings around the area. The detailed tree drawings by artist Pippa Taylor will come to life each evening after dark, their silvery branches transforming old and new buildings around the neighbourhood. www.nineelmslondon.com

7 Dec, noon-5pm

NORTHCOTE ROAD POP-UP CHRISTMAS MARKET Battersea 1 Dec,11am-5pm

Northcote Road is closed for the event – 75 stalls with Christmas gifts and decorations.

crafters show their wares. Refreshments and a kids’ corner.

HERNE HILL CHRISTMAS FAIR Herne Hill Market, Railton Road 14 Dec, 10am-4pm

Check out handmade crafts and vintage bargains. With hot food and seasonal drinks.

70 stalls selling gifts, crafts food and mulled wine with music and the lighting up of the tree.

ROOKERY CHRISTMAS FAIR & MARKET The Rookery, Streatham

30 Nov, noon-5pm

Meet original artists and makers selling their handmade products. Also open studios showcasing the artists’ work.

DULWICH CHRISTMAS MARKET St Barnabas Parish Hall, Dulwich Village 30 Nov, 11am-4pm

60 local artists, designers and

Kew Garden’s iconic buildings and the wonderful plants and trees are lit up. This year a milelong, twinkling trail holds some new surprises. www.kew.org

29 Nov, 3-8pm

All sorts of entertainment through the evening – performances and live bands– plus an inflatable snow globe.

MADE IN CAMBERWELL ARTS MARKET Camberwell Green

Nov 20-Jan 5

PUTNEY LIGHTS SWITCH-ON PARTY Church Square, Putney High Street

BROCKLEY CHRISTMAS MARKET Colgate Street 7 Dec, noon-6pm

CHRISTMAS AT KEW Kew Gardens

8 Dec,11am-4pm

40 Christmas stalls, children’s rides and a chance to meet Santa in his grotto. With festive sounds from Carols by Candlelight.

WIMBLEDON VILLAGE CHRISTMAS MARKET 8 Dec, 10am-5pm

Browse the market stalls, greet Santa on horseback – with facepainting, balloon modelling and story time for the children, mulled wine and festive treats for the grown ups.

SYON PARK’S ENCHANTED WOODLAND Syon Park Nov 22-Dec 1

Syon Park’s 600-year-old woodland garden will be transformed by beautiful illuminations. Follow a glistening trail past luminous sculptures, glowing candles and laser shows around an ornamental lake, through a historic arboretum to the spectacular Great Conservatory. www.enchantedwoodland.com

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NEWHOMES UPDATE Tim Banks CEO of Octagon celebrates handing over the keys to a number of their Bespoke homes in time for the festive season

s we draw closer and closer to Christmas, the excitement of getting into your brand new home before the big day reaches new heights – and we’re delighted to be rounding off several Octagon Bespoke developments before the end of the year, with clients already moving in and decorating their fantastic homes. One stunning project recently completed is a 9,000 sq ft, four storey family home located on the banks of the River Thames. While the front of the house has all the classical good looks – period style iron railings, white rendered exterior walls, large sash windows, elegant portico entrance – of nearby historical homes, the rear of the home is thoroughly modern, with full-height glass windows offering uninterrupted views of the River Thames, and the family’s private pontoon. While perhaps not the season for kayaking on the river, we hope the family enjoy spending time together in their new home this festive season. Also decking the halls on one of the premier roads in Northwood, Greater London, a couple who have recently moved into their 6,500 sq ft, three-storey, six bedroom/ bath Bespoke home. Small details make a huge impact

in this magnificent detached home, with coffered ceilings throughout the ground floor reception rooms and a large window spanning the length of the spiral staircase flooding the home with light, finished in a classical red brick façade. With a focus on entertaining spaces, the open plan kitchen/living room flows seamlessly into the formal dining and drawing room via glass doors – this December will no doubt involve plenty of gatherings for family and friends. Looking towards the new year, we are progressing well at Broadoaks Park in West Byfleet, our flagship site of 125 homes in the picturesque Surrey village. With almost 50% reserved on our first phase launch, we will be looking to release further homes in 2020 as it continues to be a key focus for the brand. Next year will also spell the launch of the on-site marketing suite, and our very first residents will begin moving in from spring – another key milestone for the 25-acre development. The new year will also bring with it three new team members here at Weir House, as well as number of exciting new projects in the pipeline, which I cannot divulge just yet, but look forward to revealing in the next few months – watch this space!

(Top) Recently completed on the banks of the Thames, this 9,000 sq ft home merges a classical front with a striking, contemporary rear exterior. (Inset) The ground floor living space, with its clever undulation of differing floor levels, takes up a considerable proportion of the 9,000 sq ft home, with touches of unexpected drama throughout.

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aley House, the former home and private gallery of late art critic and author Brian Sewell, known as one of Britain’s most famous and controversial art critics, is being transformed into nine contemporary homes by award-winning property developer West Eleven. The development is on Leopold Road in Wimbledon Village and buyers can now reserve a home. The show home was unveiled in late November. Caley House is a boutique development, containing four mews houses and five apartments, conveniently nestled between Wimbledon Park and the Wimbledon village centre. The building is surrounded by beautiful gardens and woodland, where Sewell once let his beloved dogs roam free, and will be transformed into stunning communal outdoor space for residents. The gardens also include a lily pond that Monet would have been proud of. Many original features of the house have been conserved, including the original stained glass, ceilings and fireplaces. The development is within walking distance of Wimbledon Park Tennis Courts and the Wimbledon centre, where there are many independent shops and

highly rated primary and secondary schools. Wimbledon Park station is a ten-minute walk from the development while Wimbledon station is a 20-minute walk, both providing direct links into central London and beyond. Will Herrmann, of West Eleven, says: “Caley House is a remarkable building, that we’re honoured to be developing further. We spotted the potential to renovate the space into multiple homes, whilst conserving the original features. The beautiful gardens surrounding the site will make stunning communal space for residents and we’ll be working again with Jo Cowen Architects to ensure the homes will be to a high standard for comfortable and modern living.” West Eleven prides itself on forming new communities and creating developments that are sympathetic to local architecture and built to a high standard. A recent project by the developers is multi award-winning Bakery Place, on the Clapham/Battersea border. West Eleven has also begun work on the 15-storey, The View, in Battersea Park, which will deliver 39 apartments and 16,000 square feet of office space. Savills Wimbledon 020 8971 8111, www.westeleven.com

NEARLYREADY John D Wood & Co is selling two new properties on Groom Crescent, in Wandsworth, that are due for completion in the New Year. The new build four bedroom houses can already be purchased off plan. Heathfield Square will extend to 1,528 square feet of living space. The ground floor entrance hall will lead onto a bright and spacious double reception, an open-plan kitchen and dining area. There will be a utility room and guest WC. Bi-fold doors will lead onto a duel-tiered, south-facing, rear garden. The upper floors will house four double bedrooms, two with en suite bathrooms. In addition there will be a further family bathroom on the first floor and a second floor study. Groom Crescent is a quiet residential enclave, with pleasant views over its communal green. John D Wood & Co Wandsworth 0208 3151 4263

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OCTAGON BESPOKE: ‘NO TWO HOMES ARE THE SAME, NOR ARE ANY TWO CLIENTS’ Founded over 40 years ago, Octagon pioneered the concept of luxury housebuilding with a straightforward, but revolutionary idea: build a select number of exceptional homes of the highest quality.

Around 15 years ago, the luxury housebuilders made the decision, rather than adapt one of their newly finished homes, to completely start from scratch – and Octagon Bespoke was started. The Octagon Bespoke division is incredibly unique, in that they are able to offer clients support from the very first steps of finding

a plot of land and obtaining local planning permissions – sometimes demolishing their current home and replacing with a brand new property – to design, specification, and everything in between. The skilled team are also able to facilitate a major renovation or extension – the possibilities are endless, and they approach every potential project as a brand new challenge.

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Octagon Bespoke Director, John Pope explains; “It’s very difficult to summarise the Bespoke division, as the day to day really is so varied! We could be designing a beautiful eight bedroom family home in Weybridge, renovating a Victorian townhouse in Mayfair, or extending a penthouse apartment on the banks of the Thames. Every client and every home is different, hence why we call it Bespoke. “We’ve had clients come to us after they’ve been refused planning permission multiple times, and, with their consent, our team has made some vital changes and we’ve been given the green light from local Councils. Our reputation within London and the Home Counties is new build, because that’s what the majority of our speculative homes have been in the past. But we’ve recently completed a historical renovation on a Grade II* listed building in the heart of Wimbledon alongside English Heritage – we can do it all.” While no ‘typical’ client, the Bespoke team do get a lot of repeat customers – those who have previously bought a speculative home, and a few years later would like to create their own Bespoke project, or are perhaps considering a complete remodel or extension of their Octagon home. “We’ve had some clients arrive at meetings with scrapbooks and fabric

samples and images of their artwork”, John explains, “which is actually brilliant for the team, as it helps to give a real insight into what it is they’re looking for from their home, as well as their style and taste. “Others are more hands off – they’ve seen an Octagon property they like (we often take potential clients around our recently completed homes, to give them an idea of our finishes and standards), and bar some minor changes they would like us to build it on their plot of land.” One of the biggest joys – and challenges – is that no two homes are the same, nor are any two clients.

At Octagon, we have over 40 years experience and an unrivalled reputation for building spectacular, one-of-a kind homes to the highest standard of luxury. Our discreet bespoke service takes clients on a journey from planning stages through to handing over the keys, with our in-house experts on hand every step of the way. Octagon Bespoke can help you transform your vision into something truly unique. Bespoke projects start from £1m.

“Working to the client’s brief is the most important thing, and can be especially difficult if they don’t know what it is they want – there can be a lot of reading between the lines, but with such an experienced team, we’re always full of suggestions and ideas that we think will work.”

Octagon Bespoke undertakes projects from 1m. Visit www.octagonbespoke.co.uk or call 0208 481 7500.

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he Nationwide house price index for October reveals that half of all borrowers are taking out five-year fixed-rate mortgages. There are two reasons for this. The first is that borrowers are worried about a potential rate rise because of the uncertainty surrounding Brexit. And the second – and perhaps even more of a reason – the price war among lenders means that these rates are so competitive that they are almost too good to turn down. With five-year fixes starting from sub-1.5 per cent, this really is an incredible rate for medium-term security. Nationwide also revealed that house price growth remained subdued in October, which comes as no real surprise. While Brexit uncertainty continues, some people are reluctant to make big decisions about moving home unless they absolutely have to. It is hard to see how this will change until there is more certainty and some resolution politically, either way. In the meantime, those who are willing to move may well find that property prices have fallen in the area in which they are looking, making that move a little bit more affordable. With mortgage rates as low as they are, and showing no sign of rising anytime soon, it could present an opportunity.

MONEY MATTERS

GARETH LOWMAN, SPF PRIVATE CLIENTS

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THELONGVIEW

he number of mortgages that have a 40-year term has increased, according to research by Moneyfacts, which says that they allow borrowers to make smaller monthly repayments although the overall cost of borrowing is higher. Darren Cook, finance expert at Moneyfacts. co.uk, said: “Yorkshire Building Society is the latest mortgage provider to increase its maximum mortgage term criteria to 40 from 35 years, at the same time increasing its criteria on the maximum age of a borrower at the end of a mortgage from 75 to 80 years.” A £250,000 repayment mortgage at a rate of 2.50 per cent over 25 years would cost £1,121.54 a month and total interest payable would be £86,463. On a 40-year deal monthly payments would be £824.45, but the total interest would be almost £60,000 more at £145,733.

The annual fall in prices in Prime Central London according to Knight Frank

25%

The discounts some overseas buyers can get in London because of currency variations

NUMBERCRUNCHING

17%

0.75%

The Bank of England base rate after the 1979 general election

The Bank’s base rate before this month’s election

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1.05%

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4.24%

3.8%

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1.3/0.9% until 31/03/2022 10% overayments p.a. without penalty

£1499 Product Fee

Mx £1m. Min loan £250k. Purchase Only.

Haliax

1.19%

0/0/0

4.24%

3.9%

n/a

1.4/1% until 31/03/2022 10% overayments p.a. without penalty

£1499 Product Fee

Mx £1m. Min loan £250k. Purchase Only.

Barclays

1.80%

0/0/0

4.24%

4.0%

n/a

2% until 31/01/2022 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£999 Product Fee

Mx £500k. Free valuation. Free legals for remortgages.

TSB

1.44%

0/0/0

4.24%

3.3%

n/a

5/4/3/2/1% until 28/20/2025 10% overayments p.a. without penalty

£1495 Product Fee

Mx £1m. Free valuation & free legals for remortgages. Remortgages only.

Coventry BS

2.20%

0/0/0

4.74%

3.2%

n/a

5/5/3/3/3% 31/12/2024 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£999 Product Fee

Mx £2m. Free valuation. Free legals for remortgages.

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Moving stories Duncan Farmer looks what factors are aﬀecting the London property market

eading through the various political parties’ general election manifestos might help to pass a few lonely hours while waiting for the result to come through, but it won’t be any fun. They’re full of promises that none is likely to keep if, as predicted by almost everyone, no single party comes out on December 13 with control of parliament. Of far greater interest is Knight Frank’s London Residential Review for the fourth quarter of this year, which shows how sales, rentals and prices have performed in a time of some turmoil in the capital. In the run-up to October 31 many believed that Boris Johnson could deliver on his do or or die Brexit promise; Extinction Rebellion took to the streets causing mayhem and mess; and South Western Railways announced 27 days of strikes in the pre-Christmas period. Environmental protests are unlikely to have any impact on the property market, but it would be interesting to know whether workers in the capital will base decisions on where they live on the performance of their rail company. A small but not insignificant part of my recent move from Hampshire to Buckinghamshire was to swap the appallingly unreliable SWR service for the relative luxury of the Chiltern line. There have, anecdotally, been reports of people giving up work in London because their commute had become so unbearable. Perhaps election pledges on the railways might win some votes. By far the biggest weight on most minds in the past quarter – and in the 11 quarters before that – has been how Brexit or simply the uncertainty of not knowing how, when or even if it is going to affect businesses, jobs and therefore house prices and rents. Knight Frank’s review paints a great picture of how properties in districts where it has offices have performed. Like the electoral maps that broadcasters and newspapers will publish ad nauseam before election day its map of the capital shows the hot and notso-hot spots. For example, in Belgravia rents are down 1 per cent and sale prices are down 1.3 per cent; in Chelsea prices are flat and rents are up 1.1 per cent; in Victoria prices are down 1.1 per cent but rents are up 2.2 per cent. Tom Bill, of Knight Frank, says that “activity is also being driven by a prolonged build-up of demand and the ultra-low cost of debt”. It is unlikely that that will change on December 13.

he number of first-time buyer mortgages has edged towards the highest monthly total since August 2007, according to the latest data from UK finance. In August this year, 35,010 first-time buyer mortgages completed compared to 35,070 in August 12 years ago just before the financial crisis struck. There were 35,380 home-mover mortgages in August 2019, a drop of 5.5% on the same month a year earlier. Remortgages for people who wanted to release some equity fell by 2.9 per cent year-on-year to 18,640 cases and the average additional amount borrowed was £55,000.

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3.9%

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0.9% / 0.8% until 31/03/2022 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

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4.19%

4.0%

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£’999 Product Fee

Mx £400k. Free Valuation. Free legals for remortgages.

n/a

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£999 Product Fee

£0

Mx £2m. Free Valuation. Free legals for remortgages.

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Halifax

0.98%

Halifax

1.32%

HSBC

2.09%

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1.95%

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AHOMEFORCHRISTMAS Winter is approaching and soon the festive cheer will begin – and for those looking to move into a new home for Christmas 2019, time is running out

ocated in two of London’s most festively-friendly areas, Wimbledon Village and Fulham, Octagon has announced homes in their Eagle House and Bishops Row developments will be available to move into this December, just in time for new residents to enjoy the many activities in their new neighbourhoods. A short walk from Grade II* Listed Eagle House in Wimbledon Village, Love Wimbledon are celebrating the holiday season with “12 days of Christmas” – a series of 5 Christmas markets with up to 50 stalls selling unique gifts, seasonal food and mulled wine. Meanwhile, on 1 December, Wimbledon Winter Wonderland returns, promising a day of festive fun, including brass bands and choirs, ice sculpture shows and children’s rides. Additionally, pantomime season returns to New Wimbledon Theatre, with a production of Cinderella starring a host of famous faces. A short walk from the eight remaining townhouses at Bishops Row, Fulham Palace is hosting a wide selection of seasonal events including Carols in the Courtyard, wreath-making workshops and performances of the Christmas-classic, Dick Whittington. An Alpine-themed riverside pop up, Wonderland, transports guests to the Alps with igloos, log cabins and hot tubs galore, all positioned right along the Thames. On Sunday 15 December, North End Road will be traffic-free for the

annual Christmas market, where 150 stalls sell arts and crafts, clothing, fashion accessories and more. Looking picture-perfect in the snowy season, Eagle House is a Grade II* Listed Jacobean Manor House on Wimbledon Village High Street. Converted and restored into eight two 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, the historic property features original fireplaces framed by Delft tilework, alongside intricate stained-glass windows, exposed beams and stone carvings. Each home has private off-street parking and access to the landscaped communal gardens. On Fulham’s banks of the Thames, Bishops Row is a collection of nine supersized townhouses spanning 4,375 – 6,150 sq ft. Set across five to six storeys, the luxurious homes are ideal for hosting a party over the Christmas period, with four reception rooms offering a range of versatile entertaining spaces. Providing some fresh air in the cold weather, each townhouse features a covered courtyard garden that protects guests from the elements, with an outdoor fireplace sure to keep guests warm. Prices start from £2.25m at Eagle House, Wimbledon Village. Prices start from £3.3m at Bishops Row, Fulham. Contact Octagon on 020 8481 7500, or visit octagon.co.uk

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Parkside Elegance T he original Edwardian double fronted façade of this six bedroom house, has been retained but otherwise it is a new build – constructed to the highest 21st century specifications. The house has five reception rooms, a games room and cinema room, it overlooks Wimbledon Common and is close to the Village High Street. From the front the fine residence with its handsome period façade is typical of the other grand houses on Wimbledon’s famous Parkside. The finest materials have been used for external and internal construction including Italian Pisa Beige marble for the hallway, kitchen and basement areas as well as the staircase and first floor landing, engineered oak flooring in the principal reception rooms, bespoke veneered internal doors and Mulberry carpets in the bedrooms. On the ground floor there are two spacious formal reception rooms to the front of the house and a family room to the rear, a versatile study/TV room with bespoke cabinetry and a state of the art kitchen/breakfast room with hand-made units by Tom Howley and top of the range Miele appliances. There are four ovens for different methods of cooking, twin dishwashers, twin wine coolers, fridge and freezer and an instant hot water tap. The kitchen and family room each have three sets of double doors to the terrace and garden On the lower ground floor there is a cinema room, a small room suitable for a gym, a shower room and a temperature

controlled wine cellar. There is also a utility/laundry room. Upstairs, arranged over two floors there are six double bedroom suites including an enormous master suite with doors to a balcony overlooking the garden, with a large ‘his and hers’ dressing room and twin bath/shower rooms. The house has been pre wired and piped for air conditioning with cooling provided in principal rooms and the master bedroom. There is full wet underfloor heating. Other features include a Home AV system providing linked up pre-wiring for a full sound system, a fresh air handling system on the lower ground floor and a Texecom security alarm system. The house is secure behind a high front wall with twin remote controlled gates with video entry to the driveway with parking for a number of cars. There is also a large single car garage to the side of the house. To the rear there is a secluded landscaped garden with a wide sandstone terrace leading to a lawn with shrub borders with a watering system. There are fast and frequent train services to Central London from the main town where there are cinemas and theatres. First class schools nearby include King’s College School and Wimbledon High School for girls. 30 Parkside, Wimbledon, SW19, £12,500,000 Robert Holmes & Company

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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Wimbledon

£2,600,000

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Wimbledon

£3,950,000

A super home located within a short walk of the Common and excellent schools including King’s College, recently re-built with a detached garage with studio flat above 3 reception rooms • kitchen/family room • 6 bedrooms • 5 bath/shower rooms • gym/studio room • gated drives • walled garden • ER/C

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Wimbledon Village

£2,950,000

A beautifully presented Victorian family house in a quiet and picturesque residential road a short distance from the Common, local shops and schools and the Village (some photos taken from archive) Double reception room • kitchen/breakfast room • family/TV room • 6 bedrooms • 2 bath/shower rooms (1 e/s) • separate shower and separate WC • cellar/utility room • gardens to front and rear • potential for off-street parking • ER/E

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Wimbledon Common

£6,850,000

Wimbledon Village

£4,250,000

Wimbledon

On a plot of approx. 0.3 acre with pp to partially demolish 2 reception rooms • study • kitchen/breakfast room • 5 bedrooms • 2 bath/shower rooms • 117’garden • garage & OSP • large loft • ER/D

£2,850,000

Wimbledon

On a wider than average plot with huge potential to extend stpp 2 reception rooms • kitchen/breakfast room • modern bathroom • 4 bedrooms • south facing garden • garage and parking space • ER/F

£1,415,000

Wimbledon

POA

Wimbledon

£2,000,000

Newly built with outdoor swimming pool with magnificent views over the Common 2 reception rooms • kitchen/breakfast/family room • cinema room/gym • master bedroom suite • further 5/6 beds • 5 further bath/showers • garden • garage & OSP • ER/B

An elegant Edwardian house, sympathetically converted into five lateral apartments and a coach house together with three contemporary mews houses by the award winning developer West Eleven (computer generated image)

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In a quiet cul-de-sac with the Common and High Street virtually on the doorstep 3 reception rooms • kitchen/breakfast room • master bedroom suite • 6 further bedrooms • 2 further bath/showers • lovely garden • ER/E

A fabulous duplex apartment with stunning views to the south Reception room • kitchen/breakfast room • 3 double bedrooms • 2 balconies/terraces • roof terrace • 2 underground parking spaces • residents’ gym and concierge • ER/B

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On Golden Pond

his family home in immaculate condition, perfectly positioned on one of the best roads in Coombe also has a wonderful rear garden. Coombe Rise is an unusually quiet road, with houses only on one side and a leafy copse opposite that can never be built on. This delightful house has been meticulously maintained and has excellent entertaining space on the ground floor. A spacious entrance hall leads directly onto a well-proportioned, dining room with a particularly lovely view of the garden from a large window. The drawing room stretches to over 28 feet and has a double aspect with a large bay window at the front and another large window at the back with glass doors onto the terrace. A discreet door from the drawing room leads to a large, bright family room with a pitched roof, featuring skylights and a door to the terrace. All of these rooms have pale, beech flooring. The kitchen was designed and built by a master carpenter with high quality handmade limed oak cabinetry, thick granite work surfaces and a large granite topped island with two sinks. There is a good range of fitted appliances including an impressive stainless steel Britannia cooker. The kitchen gets excellent morning light from the sunny conservatory breakfast room that offers brilliant views of the garden. A utility room, cloakroom and garage complete the ground floor. Upstairs there is a generous hall with a window overlooking the wooded copse opposite. The master bedroom has wonderful views over the garden, a beautiful, marble fireplace and a luxurious master bathroom with a

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separate dressing area. A large guest bedroom has ample storage and an en suite shower room. There are two more bedrooms – both with lovely views over the garden. A fifth bedroom is currently arranged as a study and there is a good sized family bathroom. The garden, which extends to nearly 120 ft, is stunning and cleverly designed to emphasise the peace and quiet of the space. It features a large ornamental pond with a small, pergola covered dock and a central landscaped island. There are some exceptional acers and mature shrubs and trees. Coombe Rise is convenient for several excellent state and independent schools including Coombe Hill Junior School, Coombe Boys and Girls, Rokeby, Holy Cross and Marymount International School. Norbiton Station is a short walk away and there is an extensive selection of restaurants, cafés, boutiques and shops, and theatres in both Kingston Town Centre and Wimbledon – both about 10 minutes by car. The combined 3,600 acres of Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park are also nearby.

The Coombe and Kingston Hill specialists where we have over 125 years of collective experience within the area bringing together substantial local knowledge of the South London property market providing a friendly, flexible service to clients in order to achieve a positive moving experience. Robert Holmes & Company is a private company which has long been established as the number one residential property specialist within the area and prides itself on the longevity of its staff. Guy Leaning has worked within the area since 1989 and he and his team specialise in the sale and letting of some of the finest homes within the area.

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Coombe Rise, Coombe, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2, £2,350,000, Robert Holmes & Company 0208 947 1100

Coombe Hill

£8,500,000

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£1,749,000*

Melville Avenue, Wimbledon

£2,250,000*

Renfrew Road, Coombe Estate

£1,500,000*

Blenheim Road, Raynes Park

A selection of properties

£8,950,000*

Coombe Park, Kingston Hill

SO *Denotes asking price

£2,225,000*

Ballard Close, Coombe Estate

£2,275,000*

Coombe Lane West, Kingston.

£2,295,000*

Traps Lane, Coombeside

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£1,200,000*

Traps Lane, Coombeside

£1,100,000*

Kingston Vale, Kingston Hill

by Robert Holmes & Co.

£4,850,000*

George Road, Coombe Estate

£8,950,000*

Coombe Hill Road, Coombe

£645,000*

Coombe Hill Stables, Coombe Hill

£775,000*

Devey Close, Coombe Hill Roads

£8,500,000*

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Coombe

£3,950,000

Coombe Hill

£5,100,000

Overlooking a green in a peaceful setting of Coombe set close to Coombe Hill Golf Club and the superb schools in George Road. Pinewood is a substantial home and provides flexible living and bedroom accommodation arranged over four floors including a mezzanine.

Brand new 7 bedroom luxury residence with a distinctive architectural style on one of the best roads in the exclusive Coombe Hill Roads Estate. Designed with flair and considerable panache the house has ideal entertaining space with high ceilings.

Coombe Estate

Wimbledon

POA

A very charming family house set at the end of a private drive with a generous garden located on the prestigious Coombe Estate within easy reach of Kingston town centre, Richmond Park and Norbiton station.

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£2,250,000

A bright and appealing family home with a distinctive contemporary feel set within a delightful cul-de-sac just off Copse Hill. The ground floor has been thoughtfully extended to create clever glass vistas that give an ingenious feeling of space and light.

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Wimbledon Village

9,500 pcm

Wimbledon Village

£4,250 pcm

Wimbledon Common

£3,000 pcm

Wimbledon

£2,995 pcm

Wimbledon

£2,800 pcm

Substantial Victorian family home in quiet location a short walk to the Village and Common repainted throughout and with new carpets. Located in a quiet and picturesque residential road close to local schools and shops. ER/E

A rare opportunity to make this hidden gem your home. This detached house in the heart of the Village oﬀers versatile accommodation with gardens and garage. ER/D

Newly refurbished two bedroom, two bathroom raised ground ﬂoor apartment with generous outside entertaining space in secure gated development near town centre. With plantation shutters, underﬂoor heating throughout and secure allocated parking space. ER/D

Wimbledon Village

A charming early 19th century cottage in an enviable and picturesque position overlooking the common. The property is oﬀered unfurnished and comprises two bedrooms one study two bathrooms and a pretty rear patio. ER/D

Super penthouse ﬂat with a fabulous south facing terrace overlooking the All England Club towards St Mary’s Church in a secure gated development situated between Wimbledon Common and Wimbledon Park. Oﬀ street parking. ER/C

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£ROA pcm

Fantastic opportunity to rent this unique 18th Century Dorset Manor House moved and reconstructed in Wimbledon in 1903 in a private and picturesque setting 450 metres from the Village High Street. With light and spacious kitchen/diner. ER/E

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VICTORIAN COTTAGE A lovely mid terrace, two double bedroom, Victorian cottage situated in an historic pedestrianised residential enclave in central Putney. The property is beautifully presented and full of charm and character. The spacious and contemporary open plan living accommodation on the first floor gives direct access to a good size decked roof terrace while a patio provides additional outside space on the ground floor. There is also a cellar for storage which neighbouring properties, having gained planning permission, convert into extra accommodation. Quill Lane is exceptionally quiet with no through traffic and is within easy walking distance of the comprehensive transport links and many amenities of central Putney. Quill Lane, Putney, SW5, £899,500, Warren 020 8780 1100

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his unusually wide family house comes with the added benefits of a wonderfully secluded 48 foot south-facing garden and substantial floor area. It is on a tree-lined street Between the Commons close to exclusive Clapham Common West Side, and the Northern Line tube at Clapham South. The house has been extended laterally at the back, with a very large skylight and floorto-ceiling doors offering both plenty of south-facing light, as well as wonderful views of the secluded rear garden from the spacious kitchen/family area. The kitchen is fitted with a good range of units, large American fridge/freezer and island (with Corian worktops) and has wide oak flooring which runs to the front hall too. Glass doors through to the front reception provide flexibility to this huge open-plan living space. There is also a downstairs WC and handy storage cellar. Upstairs, the first floor has four bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the top floor houses the master suite, with 23 ft bedroom and en suite bathroom. Roseneath Road, £1,775,000, John Thorogood 020 7228 7474

TWOBEDDER This spacious two bedroom garden Victorian conversion with a long lease is ideally located on a quiet residential road, close to the amenities of Tulse Hill and Brockwell Park. The terraced period conversion apartment has its own front door with an external storage area under the stairs which would be ideal for bike storage. There is a bright, spacious, double reception room with a wood floor and a fireplace, arched to a good-sized modern, fitted kitchen with a tiled floor. French doors lead from the reception room to a charming, 55 ft south-east facing garden with a patio, lawn and mature trees, shrubs and borders. There is a white tiled, modern shower room with a WC and hand basin. At the front of the property there is a large double bedroom with a wooden, double glazed bay window and fitted wardrobes and a second, smaller double bedroom, also with fitted wardrobes, which overlooks the garden at the rear of the property. The property is sold with a long lease. Proybyn Road, SW2, £525,000, Winkworth Herne Hill 020 7501 8950

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SEASON’S GREETINGS From all of us at Winkworth. The new year is a great time for change, with serious buyers looking to start their property search in earnest before the spring market rush. With property portals listing more properties now than at any other time of the year, take advantage and contact Winkworth now to get your home seen first. Of course, you’ll have other things on your mind at the moment but when you’re ready to think about moving, please talk to us.

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HANOVER GARDENS, OVAL SE11 £1,595,000 FREEHOLD OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD

This exceptional four-bedroom house is situated on one of Oval’s most prestigious squares. Hanover Gardens is set within a tranquil environ, yet less than a two-

An extraordinary modern country in atostunning location. Built originally 1962this forperiod the artist Johncomprises Merton, Pound House isrooms, broadly minute walk awayand fromindividual Oval Underground Station.house Finished perfection and arranged over four in floors, property two reception four Palladian style and is a wide, single storeya building with large over looking the It open was extended in 1978 to include a garden room and a bedrooms in (two with en-suite shower rooms), utilities room, familywindows bathroom, cloakroom andgardens. a fabulous plan kitchen extension. The unique kitchen/dining space studio benefits from anincluding exposed brick wall, a fitted glossroom kitchen with composite stone surfaces, Siemens induction hob, two stainless steel ovens, an integrated large complex a workshop and dark . The property currently has very ahigh ceilings and brick parapets surrounding the roof which has fridge storage freezer and a stunning polished, underfloor heated concrete floor. The impressive garden space is framed by glass doors, which lead out to a terrace and a good space. lawn area with a border surrounding it. Side gate access is also offered, useful for bringing in bikes, bins and dogs.

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KENNINGTON PARK PLACE, KENNINGTON, SE11 ÂŁ570,000 LEASEHOLD OARE, WILTSHIRE ÂŁ2,750,000 FREEHOLD

This beautifully presented and recently refurbished flat is situated on the first floor of a Victorian conversion, overlooking Kennington Park. The open plan kitchen and

An extraordinary andtoindividual modern countryStylish housefloors in a stunning location. 1962 artist Merton, Pound is broadly reception are located the front of the property. run throughout andBuilt thereoriginally is ample in space forfor twothe sofas andJohn storage; in the form House of shelving either side Palladian in style and This is a wide, storey buildingviews withoflarge windowsPark. overThe looking gardens. was extended in 1978 to include garden a of the chimney breast. room single also enjoys stunning Kennington brandthe new, modernItand fully fitted kitchen benefits from achic whiteroom units, and a Bosch oven, induction hob, integrated and dark plentyroom of worktop space. The second has bedroom is a double be a nursery, guestthe room or which office space. large studio complex includingfridge/freezer a workshop and . The property currently very high ceilingsroom andthat brickcould parapets surrounding roof has The new and well-proportioned bathroom is a grey tiled suite; comprising a walk-in shower, wash basin with storage above and below and a W.C. The master bedroom good storage space. is positioned to the rear of the flat. This room provides more than an enough space for a large double bed, bedside tables and plenty of built-in storage.

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BATTERSEA AND WANDSWORTH

DALBY ROAD SW18 BEAUTIFUL TWO BEDROOM COTTAGE IN THE TONSLEYS. PATIO GARDEN. NEARBY BARS AND RESTAURANTS. CLOSE TO WANDSWORTH TOWN STATION. Â£550 per week

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SAINT ANNE’S CHURCH OPEN FOR CHRISTMAS, SAINT ANNE’S IS A SHORT WALK FROM THE TONSLEYS.

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BATTERSEA AND WANDSWORTH

WHISTLERS AVENUE, MORGANS WALK SW11 TWO BEDROOM SPLIT LEVEL APARTMENT WITH STUNNING RIVER VIEWS. TWO BALCONIES. PRIVATE GROUNDS. UNFURNISHED. GARAGE. Â£535 per week

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DECEMBER FOG PHOTOGRAPH 2008 FROM BATTERSEA BRIDGE LOOKING TOWARDS ALBERT BRIDGE. THE BRIDGES ARE A RIVER WALK FROM WHISTLERS AVENUE.

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LUBBOCK ROAD, CHISLEHURST BR7

ÂŁ1,850,000

Remodelled by Minifie Architects, this five/six-bedroom detached home has a remarkably elegant interior, exceptional living space and enjoys revenue from location shoots. Walk to Chislehurst station and superb local schools.

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TROSSACHS ROAD, SE22

£700,000

DENMAN ROAD, SE15

£455,000

A house-size apartment over two storeys with three (double) bedrooms, your own front door, video entry, a balcony, an en suite, a further bathroom and a share of the freehold. Just off Lordship Lane and a five-minute walk to the station. Chain free.

An elegant one-bedroom, hall-floor flat with an exceptional interior, period features and a private, west-facing terrace. This amazing location is just off Bellenden Road and only five-minutes’ walk to Peckham Rye station.

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BENNETTBATH! A ravishing GII listed Georgian heirloom c.1785 with five (double) bedrooms, two receptions, three bathrooms, a basement apartment, splendid original features and Alan Bennett’s previous bath! Walk to Kennington tube in three-minutes, Westminster in thirty

n the right hands, a fine antique is not only celebrated, but carefully preserved. This home is likely the only in the area with an original Georgian pantry—complete with Lambeth Delft tiles and marble shelves. Admirable enhancements are ubiquitous: the lifting of flagstones in the basement (and where appropriate, the addition of reclaimed stone), to lay underfloor heating. The sourcing of skilled plasterers to lime plaster ceilings, of 1950s Italian tiles to match the basement bathroom and of reclaimed Georgian timber to lay in the main reception. A particularly elegant room of regal proportions, the reception has intricate cornicing and a beautifully crafted, hinged sash window that swings open to a flat roof. Cast iron radiators are fitted throughout the house and, quite remarkably, the many original shutters are in working order. You’ll discover antique fireplaces, sash windows and exposed floorboards galore. Inside the house, walls and wood have been rubbed back to reveal decades of décor; quite deliberately distressed. The back of the house has a magnificent curved bay extending over three floors. The basement has its own entrance, lending itself brilliantly as a rental opportunity, granny flat, or au pair’s quarters. A simple conversion has created a studio apartment in the attic, which reveals a high mansard roofline. Peppered with windows, this is an exceptionally bright space with the flexibility to use much like the basement. There’s a kitchen corner and a separate loo and shower behind reclaimed doors. Two of the double bedrooms have hidden vanity basins while the master has handmade wall-to-wall wardrobes made from reclaimed doors, complete with linen storage. One second-floor bedroom has windows that open to a second flat roof. You’ll find Alan B’s bath in the main family bathroom (roll-top, ball-footed, cast iron),

a talking point we’re rather keen on. The Terrazzo floor in the basement shower room has a lifetime ahead of it alongside accompanying Crittall windows. Fine specimens have settled in the garden; wisteria winds its way up the back of the house, and borders include Fatsia japonica, clematis, Fuchsia and a mature bay tree. The pond is deep and the garden is entirely walled. Walk to Kennington tube in just threeminutes for Northern Line links (Waterloo, the West End, the City and King’s Cross) or hop on a bus for a scenic trip into town. The Northern Line extension should be open by next spring, connecting westwards to Battersea. Walkers can reach Westminster, Tate Britain, Tate Modern or Waterloo in around thirtyminutes. Local primary schools include Henry Fawcett and Crampton (both Ofsted ‘outstanding’) and Keyworth (‘good’). Older children can apply to Lilian Baylis (‘outstanding’) while across the River is the Grey Coat Hospital (‘outstanding’). One of the most successful fringe theatres is right opposite the house as is a good pub. Within ten-minutes’ walk are Southwark Playhouse, Newport Street Gallery (Damien’s Hirst’s London HQ), Blue Elephant Theatre and The Oval cricket ground. Kennington Park Road, SE11 £1,750,000, Roy Brooks 020 8299 3021

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Myton Road, SE21 £550,000 Share of freehold

Charters Close, SE19 £375,000 Leasehold

This beautiful period property provides spacious split level accommodation, with a bright and airy aspect. The flat is in a convenient location for both West Dulwich and West Norwood, with easy bus connections to Brixton, Herne Hill and Crystal Palace.

This immaculately presented property, benefits from a modern kitchen and bathroom and no onward chain. The flat is ideally located, within minutes of Crystal Palace, Crystal Palace Park and Gipsy Hill station.

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Ruskin Park House, SE5 £600,000 Leasehold

Hermitage Road, SE19 £675,000 Freehold

A stunning 1119 sq ft three bedroom apartment within this sought after Art Deco block. A spacious open plan living space that benefits from two balconies, accessed from multiple rooms within the apartment and overlooking the London skyline. Excellent Transport links close by.

This spacious semi detached house, on a corner plot, is ideally located within a short journey of Crystal Palace. The property boats a large front driveway, garage and a well designed layout throughout.

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South Croxted Road

ÂŁ1,500,000 Freehold

This substantial semi-detached Edwardian house comes to the market with a wealth of period features throughout. Benefitting from a large rear garden and off street parking for two cars, the house is ideally located within minutes of West Dulwich and the many cafes, bars and amenities the area provides.

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ith four double bedrooms, a family bathroom, shower room and separate WC, this is an ideal family home. The detached, double fronted house also has a kitchen, utility room and two reception rooms and is located in the much sought after location on College Road. The property would benefit from modernisation and improvement, but there may be scope to extend the house at the rear, at the side and into the loft. There is a mature, well-stocked, south-west facing rear garden as well as a front garden and off-street parking for several cars, plus a detached garage to the side of the property.

The house is conveniently located for both Dulwich College and Dulwich Prep London and only some 130m from the entrance to Sydenham Hill Station with regular trains to Victoria and Blackfriars. College Road Dulwich SE21, ÂŁ2,350,000, Harvey & Wheeler 020 8693 4321

SEVENBEDDER This magnificent double-fronted, detached house has seven bedrooms, five bathrooms and three reception rooms and is in a sought after road in Beckenham, located within Langley and unicorn catchment area. It is just a short walk to Shortlands station and the stunning home includes a southfacing roof terrace that overlooks the large landscaped garden and swimming pool. All seven bedrooms are all well-proportioned. The property also includes a large annexe suite perfect for an au pair or guests. Located within the Langley conservation area, within close proximity to Langley Schools and Unicorn primary. It is available to let unfurnished. Malmains Way, Beckenham BR3, ÂŁ6,500 pcm, Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward 020 8131 4808

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Diary of an estate agent… From Pimlico to Peckham – the weird and wonderful happenings in the world of estate agency by Jane Robathan of Roy Brooks Recent brushes with the famous…

f you’re interested in seeing Alan Bennett’s bath, we have a rather splendid Georgian house that possesses this very thing. A one-time owner—an accomplished Thespian—shared builders with Bennett while updating the bathroom. “We’ve just taken an antique number out of Bennett’s place,” a helpful chap offered. Who wouldn’t jump at the chance? It is, after all, a roll-top with claw feet and a very deep tub. The entire home is full of charm, original features and rather clever additions, making it one of the most authentic properties we’ve seen for a while. While showing a buyer from a pop band around his purchase in Nunhead, we were viscously met by puddles of water across the hallway. It was pouring outside, and he had his bandmates with him to show off their new practice studio in the garden (apologies already to the

neighbours). Being just shy of exchange, it was an unwelcome surprise. The mystery was solved when the drummer spotted an unplugged fridge/freezer that had evidently spilled its contents. There’s a firm music scene around here and I enjoy boasting to my kids about who I’ve just dealt with. Tales of dealings with a certain local rapper impressed them immensely, but I missed out on meeting a personal heroine when a colleague snatched the opportunity for herself. This globally successful female artist was viewing a beauty on Camberwell Grove while I remained green with envy at my desk. It didn’t help that my work-chum returned and repeated every detail to end her story with “I can’t stand her music anyway.”

A stylish Georgian onebedroom flat with its own entrance, a shared garden, communal parking space and a very long lease. Opposite Peckham Rye Park, this is ten-minutes’ walk to Peckham Rye station, Peckham’s centre or bustling Lordship Lane. Chain free.Peckham Rye, SE15, £435,000, Roy Brooks 020 8299 3021

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CHARMINGCONVERSION This charming, raised ground floor, split level, Victorian conversion is in immaculate order with a patio garden. The one bedroom flat is set within an imposing detached house on one of the premier residential roads of Tulse Hill within walking distance of Tulse Hill station and Streatham Hill station. This beautifully presented flat has a good-sized reception diner at the front with a square bay window with plantation shutters. There is a modern kitchen with a large serving hatch to the reception diner. The kitchen has a gas hob, an electric oven, a fridge freezer and a dishwasher. Steps down from the kitchen lead to a refurbished, modern bathroom with a shower over the bath, a wash basin, a WC, storage and a double glazed window. There is a double bedroom with a large fitted wardrobe and double-glazed French doors which lead to a charming L-shaped patio. The patio has a trellis fence covered with mature climbing plants, planters and an anchor bolt for bike storage. The apartment has the added benefit of a washing machine and tumble drier fitted within a cupboard in the bedroom.

This spacious, split-level top floor flat has a large roof terrace and is in a superb location, close to transport links at Clapham Junction and the green spaces of Clapham Common. The two bedroom flat occupies the upper floors of a Victorian house. The well-equipped kitchen offers ample storage and work space. The reception room, to the front of the house, has a fireplace, large windows and French doors leading to a balcony. There is wood flooring throughout the reception areas plus a useful separate WC. Upstairs, the two large bedrooms are served by a smart bathroom. Access to the large roof terrace is from the landing between the two floors. Marjorie Grove runs off Clapham Common North Side and is near the shops and restaurants of Battersea Rise, Northcote Road and Clapham Junction. Recreational facilities, including tennis courts, outdoor gyms and childrens’ playgrounds are literally at the end of the road. Direct transport connections into both The City and The West End are from Clapham Junction and Clapham Common stations Marjorie Grove, Clapham Common Northside, SW11, £495 per week, John Thorogood 020 7228 7474

Palace Road, Tulse Hill, SW2, £335 per week, Winkworth 020 7501 8950

PUTNEYCENTRAL This two double bedroom flat has a reception room, fully fitted kitchen and two bathrooms. It is spacious and perfectly located on the first floor of a small, purpose built development in central Putney. It is offered to let on a part furnished or unfurnished basis and benefits from a private terrace, a communal garden and off-street parking. The accommodation comprises an entrance hallway, a large and bright reception room with skylight and access to the terrace, a fully fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which is en suite. The flat offers superb living and entertaining space and is close to the amenities and transport of Putney, being only five minutes from the High Street. Putney Hill, SW15, £1,750 PCM, Warren 020 8780 1100

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his beautiful family home, built to a very high standard, is set in a private road off Kingston Hill, and is available unfurnished for a long term let. The lovely spacious garden is a special attraction. There is a large entrance hall, a kitchen/breakfast/ family room, drawing room, dining room, music room and guest WC on the ground floor. On the first floor there is the master bedroom with built-in wardrobes and en suite bathroom with a separate shower, as well as the second bedroom with an en suite bathroom and built-in wardrobe. Bedrooms three, four and five with another en suite bathroom and the family bathroom are also on this floor plus a gym/study/play

room (with direct access to secondary staircase), laundry room and galleried landing. On the second floor there are two more bedrooms and an extra bathroom, as well as a large room which could be a playroom/study/media room, together with eaves storage Amenities include underfloor heating, a double garage, parking behind electronic gates, an entryphone system, an alarm, central vacuum system and the wonderful private rear garden Coombe Park, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, £9,500 per month, Coombe Residential 020 8947 9393

DOCKVIEW This unique three bedroom property overlooks Ransomes Dock and has two bathrooms, a double reception room, an open-plan kitchen and dining room. In addition there is a utility room, a guest WC, a terrace and a balcony. The development has an on-site porter and the furnished apartment is available now. Ransomes Dock is between Albert Bridge and Battersea Bridge – a location that offers easy access to Chelsea, Battersea Park and other local amenities. Parkgate Road, Battersea, SW11, £6,500pcm, John D Wood 020 3151 0998

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HIGHESTSTANDARD This fine, detached Victorian house has recently been completely refurbished to a very high standard and is within easy reach of Wimbledon Common and the Village

ith elegantly proportioned accommodation spread over three floors, arranged round spacious halls, this is a light and airy home. The ground floor, with solid parquet flooring, has a large dining room and a spacious reception room with an original open fireplace and ceiling cornicing with doors leading out onto the patio area of the rear garden. A further drawing room, with parquet flooring and the original working open fireplace, is flooded with light from the large bay windows. The luxury German fitted Rotpunk kitchen by Adaptations is an open plan design with tiled flooring and underfloor heating. The kitchen island, with polished granite work surfaces, incorporates an integrated Siemens five-ring induction hob with pop-up extractor fan. With a double Siemens fridge freezer and three built-in Siemens ovens, Quooker boiling water tap and quartz finish to the work surfaces, the kitchen has been finished to the highest of standards. Floor to ceiling bi-folding doors lead to the garden. A further dining room/breakfast area leads from the kitchen with plenty of room for another family dining space. A useful utility room, incorporating storage and a washing machine and dryer, completes the ground floor.

The stairs leading to the first floor are flooded with light cascading down the stairs creating a bright and spacious landing area. The master bedroom is an impressive room with a Villeroy and Boch en suite bath/shower and a large dressing area with plenty of storage. There are two more double bedrooms, one with en suite access to the family bathroom, and plenty of storage space and views over the garden. The family sized bathroom on the first floor is beautifully designed with plenty of storage space. All bathrooms have underfloor heating. The second floor accommodation houses two large double bedrooms, both with en suite facilities, one with the added benefit of a built-in sauna. There are two further single bedrooms and an extra bathroom. The house is set at the top of Edge Hill and a number of excellent schools are within walking distance, including Kings College School. Wimbledon Town is a short walk away where there are mainline trains to Waterloo and the south west. There are also District line tube services from Wimbledon station.

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Edge Hill, Wimbledon, SW19, ROA, Robert Holmes & Company 020 8947 9833

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HUFHOUSE This attractive, detached light and airy Huf Haus has four bedrooms, four bathrooms and four reception rooms in spacious open plan accommodation, set in 0.7 of an acre within a mature pretty landscaped private plot with a tennis court

his impeccable contemporary house was constructed in 2008 and is predominately glass which allows an abundance of light into the property. The lower ground floor of Little Ryder House contains the boiler, WC, small utility/cleaning room and additional living space. The other levels are accessed via the central staircase. On the ground floor the spacious accommodation has an open plan reception room overlooking the south-facing back garden. The adjacent dining room is perfect for entertaining with doors leading out onto the decked terrace. The study and tiled kitchen are at the front of the property. The central staircase leads from the living space to a large light vaulted landing

on the first floor. There are two double bedrooms with an adjacent bathroom. Both rooms have access to the balcony at the front of the house. The fully tiled en suite master bedroom is situated at the rear of the property with its own private balcony to take full advantage of the views. There is a double garage, separate from the house. The towns of Kingston upon Thames and Guildford are nearby as well as the Claremont Fan Court School, the ACS Cobham International School, Danes Hill in Oxshott and Notre Dame in Cobham. Esher’s mainline station provides a fast, regular service to London Waterloo and both the M25 and A3 are a short drive away

‘The central staircase leads from the living space to a large light vaulted landing‘

Little Ryder, Esher, £2,350,000, Knight Frank 01372 464496

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Coastal Homes

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magnificent four bedroom detached house with a self-contained annexe and a detached double garage with secluded gardens. Red Lodge is in a popular residential area in West Saltdean, near a host of lovely footpaths giving easy access to the breathtaking South Downs National Park with wonderful walks and outstanding views. This rarely available, and extremely sought after, detached house is full of character and has not been on the market for 40 years. The annexe is ideal for an elderly relative or to rent out. At the rear, there is a detached garage with a fabulous roof terrace as well as ample off-road parking. Internally there is a large living room with feature fireplace and a charming sun room with bi-fold windows overlooking the secluded, south-facing rear garden. There is a solid wood

kitchen with a conservatory dining area and ground floor WC. On the first floor there are four good sized bedrooms, including two en suites, as well as a family bathroom. There are three balconies with striking views towards the sea and over Saltdean. There is also ample storage and potential to extend. Local shops are all within easy reach and there is a nearby primary school and the Art Deco Lido in Saltdean Park. Brighton’s Mainline Railway Station is about five miles away. Red Lodge, Chichester Drive East, Saltdean, Brighton, East Sussex, £1,000,000, King & Chasemore 01273 306 661

LIFESTYLECHANGE This stunning boutique hotel in a grade II listed historic building is in the heart of Brighton and offers a perfect business opportunity, too good to be missed. It is arranged over five floors with 24 bedrooms, all decorated in fabulous and individual styles. Twenty of the rooms are en suites and there is also a main front living room, with potential to be converted into another bedroom. As well as the impressive original features throughout, the hotel has beautiful views of grassy Regency Square and the sea beyond. The square is lined with other equally impressive period buildings. The hotel also benefits from secure parking and is offered freehold. Regency Square, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1, £2,200,000, King & Chasemore 01273 068188 01273 803 242

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istoric Geddington is on the riverside and was recently voted Village of the Year. There are many clubs and activities as well as two pubs, an excellent primary school and marvellous country walks. There is public transport to nearby towns including Kettering and Corby. Kettering station, which is a 10-minute drive, has fast trains to St Pancras in under an hour. This five bedroom detached family house occupies an impressive plot. A private gravelled driveway has parking for four-six cars land there is an oversized garage. The beautifully landscaped rear garden is substantial and adjoins open countryside. Inside everything is well presented with gas central heating and UPVC double glazed windows.

There is an entrance hall, living room with woodburner, versatile snug/games room and the hub of the house is the palatial kitchen/dining/family room with granite work surfaces and bi-fold doors to the garden. There is also a study, a generous utility room and a guest cloakroom/ wet room. Upstairs there is a well-appointed bathroom and five generous bedrooms, the master and guest bedrooms also have en suites. Geddington enjoys an excellent primary school, village pub, picturesque village church and wonderful rural walks. Skeffington Close, Geddington, NN14, in excess of ÂŁ575,000, Henderson Connellan 01536 417888

SUPERSIXES Conveniently placed for Addenbrookes Hospital, this six bedroom house is ideal for medical staff, but also within 60 minutes of London. The substantial and extended modern house is detached with versatile accommodation including and open plan kitchen/dining/living room. There are four bathrooms and three reception rooms, with the added benefit of a garage and driveway parking. All told the house extends to about 2,700 square feet and is located within a prestigious south Cambridge city location. Downstairs there is a reception hallway, a boot room and a cloakroom with a shower. The big attraction is the open plan room. The kitchen section is fitted with a generous range of storage cupboards to base and eye level with brushed stainless handles and stone working surfaces with matching upstands, inset one and a half bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, island unit with pop-up power, a pair of induction hobs with extractor fan, range of fitted Neff ovens incorporating fan oven, microwave oven and double oven with warming drawer, plumbing and space for dishwasher. There is also underfloor heating and bi-fold doors to the rear garden. Outside there is a double width block paved driveway and pathway leading to front door. The front garden is mainly lawn with a gate to the rear garden which has a generous timber deck, lawn and mature hedging and flower and shrub bedding. Field Way, Cambridge, ÂŁ1,200,00, Cheffins 01223 214214

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AWONDERFUL HOME Hervey’s Cottage is a Grade II listed stone built house dating to approximately 1650 and set in stunning gardens located in the heart of West Favell

his beautiful house, with a separate self-contained annexe, has been a much-loved family home for many years and whilst it has been well maintained, it does now require some modernising and updating to create a truly wonderful home. There are many superb original features including beams, sash windows and fireplaces. On the ground floor is a welcoming hallway with stone flagged floor. The reception room has a lovely cosy feel with an open fireplace, beams and a separate snug area and the dining room is a wonderfully bright room with fireplace and a bay window overlooking the stunning gardens. There is also a separate snug room off the hallway. The kitchen is fitted with a range of country style units with a separate breakfast area which opens to the veranda which is ideal for outside dining. Upstairs is the master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a guest double bedroom, bathroom and a single bedroom. On the top floor are two further bedrooms with a sitting area. To the side of the house is a separate one bedroom annexe with sitting room and a kitchen/breakfast room.

The gardens are really beautiful, extending to approximately 0.58 acres. They are mostly laid to lawn with mature shrubberies and trees. There is a large sun terrace, outdoor heated swimming pool and vegetable garden. The house is approached along a gravelled driveway with electric gates that lead to a large courtyard area with access to the stone built double car port. Weston Favell Village is widely regarded as one of the most desirable locations in Northampton. The village has a parish church, village hall, two public houses, a tennis club and the Weston Favell shopping centre. Northampton town centre is easily accessible with mainline rail services to London. There is good state primary and secondary schooling in the area with private schools in Wellingborough and Northampton. Hervey’s Cottage, Weston Favell, Northamptonshire, Guide Price £1,000,000, Fine & Country Northampton 01604 309030

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140 Northcote Road SW11  020 7228 7474  sales@john-thorogood.co.uk www.john-thorogood.co.uk

Balham 73-79 Balham High Road, Balham SW12  020 8772 8000  balham@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

501 Battersea Park Rd, Battersea, London SW11 4LW  020 3151 4251  battersea@johndwood.co.uk www.johndwood.co.uk

11–13 Bedford Hill, Balham SW12  020 8618 2013  balham@hamptons-int.com www.hamptons.co.uk

98–100 Northcote Road, SW11  020 7411 9965  battersea@hamptons-int.com www.hamptons.co.uk

Sales – 8-11 Station Road, Balham SW12  020 8675 6565  info@jacksonsestateagents.com www.jacksonsestateagents.com

108 Northcote Road, SW11  020 7228 2666  sbc@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

124 Balham High Rd, Balham, London SW12  020 3792 0992  balham.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

242 Battersea Park Road, SW11  020 7924 1944  sbp@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

124 Balham High Rd, Balham, London SW12  020 3792 3631  balham.lettings@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk Lettings - 80 Balham High Road SW12  020 8675 5050  balham@palacegatesestates.co.uk www.palacegatesestates.co.uk

7a Albion Riverside, Hester Road, Battersea Park, SW11  020 3597 7670  battersea@knightfrank.co.uk www.knightfrank.co.uk Knight Frank Riverside, 7a Albion Riverside, 8 Hester Road SW11  020 3597 7670  matthew.smith@knightfrank.co.uk

Knight Frank

www.knightfrank.co.uk/riverside

45 Balham Hill SW12  020 8673 4377  balham_sales@marshandparsons.co.uk www.marshandparsons.co.uk

Sales & Lettings – 172 Lavender Hill, SW11  020 7978 5800  sales.battersea@lauristons.com  lettings.battersea@lauristons.com www.laursitons.com

Barnes

Lettings - 134 Northcote Road SW11  020 7978 4404  battersea@palacegateestates.co.uk www.palacegateestates.co.uk

48 Barnes High Street, SW13  020 3728 2288  barnes@foxtons.co.uk

238a Battersea Park Road SW11  020 3402 1900  battersea@savills.com www.savills.com

www.foxtons.co.uk 56 Barnes High Street, London SW13  020 3371 3130  barnes@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.com 73-75 Church Street SW13  020 8563 8333  barnes_sales@marshandparsons.co.uk www.marshandparsons.co.uk

Savills Waterfront, 62-64 Battersea Bridge Road, SW11  fmoynihan@savills.com www.savills.co.uk/waterfront Savills Blue C100 M76 Y12 K68 Savills Grey C40 M10 Y0 K70 (25%)

Estate Agents

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Unit C1 Vista, 346 Queenstown Road, London SW8  020 3642 9711  battersea@knightfrank.co.uk www.knightfrank.co.uk

Brixton

21 Battersea Square SW11  020 7771 7100  battersea@first-union.co.uk www.first-union.co.uk 168 Lavender Hill, Battersea SW11  020 7801 1111  battersea@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

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Battersea & Nine Elms

Battersea 280/278 Battersea Park Road, SW11  020 7228 2629  battersea@acquireestateagents.co.uk

29 Battersea Square SW11  020 7924 3130  info@thresherowen.co.uk www.thresherowen.co.uk

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THRESHER OWEN

506–508 Brixton Road, Brixton SW9  020 7704 5757  brixton@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

29 BATTERSEA SQUARE LONDON SW11 3RA Tel: +44 (0) 20 - 7924 - 3130 Email: info@thresherowen.co.uk Web: www.thresherowen.co.uk

400-402 Coldharbour Lane, London SW9  020 8846 2320  brixton_sales@marshandparsons.co.uk www.marshandparsons.co.uk

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Dulwich Village

17A Nunhead Green, SE15  020 7952 0595  nun@woosterstock.co.uk www.woosterstock.co.uk

29-35 Lordship Lane, Dulwich SE22  020 8613 6200  dulwich@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

Crystal Palace

39 Dulwich Village, Dulwich Village SE21  020 3280 3519  dulwichvillage.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

26 Westow Hill, Crystal Palace SE19  020 8772 8080  crystalpalace@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

107-109 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich SE22  020 3280 3523  eastdulwich.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

Clapham 140 Northcote Road SW11  020 7228 7474  sales@john-thorogood.co.uk www.john-thorogood.co.uk 27-31 The Pavement SW4  020 7498 8686  clapham@hamptons-int.com

2 Barry Parade, Barry Road SE22  020 8299 3021  post@roybrooks.co.uk www.roybrooks.co.uk

Earlsfield

www.hamptons.co.uk 390-392 Garratt Lane, Earlsfield SW18  020 8963 5100  earlsfield@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

Sales – 30 The Pavement, Clapham SW4  020 3700 8555  scc@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

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372-374 Garratt Lane SW18  020 8971 7070  info@jacksonsestateagents.com www.jacksonsestateagents.com

Sales – 11 The Polygon SW4  020 3667 6750  robert.french@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.com

517-519 Garratt Lane, Earlsfield SW18  020 3280 3521  earlsfield.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

Lettings – 11 The Polygon SW4  020 3667 6756  anna.czaban@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.com

Lettings – 334 Garratt Lane, SW18  020 3280 3522  earlsfield.lettings@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

44 Abbeville Road, Clapham SW4  020 3280 3514  clapham.sales@kfh.co.uk

28 Old Town SW4  020 7501 3666  clapham_sales@marshandparsons.co.uk www.marshandparsons.co.uk Lettings - 1 The Polygon SW4  020 7720 5588  clapham@palacegateestates.co.uk www.palacegateestates.co.uk

Lettings - 370 Garratt Lane SW18  020 8879 6205  earlsfield@palacegateestates.co.uk www.palacegateestates.co.uk

East Dulwich 94 Park Hall Road, West Dulwich SE21  020 3319 3900  wendy@petermans.co.uk www.petermans.co.uk

131 Northcote Road SW11  020 7228 5111  battersea@ramptonbaseley.com www.ramptonbaseley.com 57 Nightingale Lane SW12  020 8673 9278  rchatwin@savills.com www.savills.com

East Sheen 298a Upper Richmond Rd W, SW14  020 8018 7777  mrandall@savills.com www.savills.com

1-3 Old Town SW4  020 7627 5566  clapham@sheratonlaw.com www.sheratonlaw.com

Coombe Hill

Herne Hill

259 Coombe Lane SW20  020 8947 9393  hani@coomberesidential.com www.coomberesidential.com

63-65 Herne Hill SE24  020 7733 5454  wendy@petermans.co.uk www.petermans.co.uk

360 Coombe Lane, Wimbledon SW20  020 8947 9833  enquiries@robertholmes.co.uk www.robertholmes.co.uk

236 Railton Road SE24  020 7501 8950  hernehill@winkworth.co.uk www.winkworth.co.uk

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139 Lower Richmond Road SW15  020 8780 1100  lettings@warrenputney.co.uk www.warrenputney.co.uk

Kennington 181-183 Kennington Lane, SE11  020 7840 3205  kennington@atkinsonmcleod.com www.atkinsonmcleod.com 292-294 Kennington Road, SE11  ske@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

196 Upper Richmond Road SW15  020 8788 9295  putney@winkworth.co.uk www.winkworth.co.uk

Raynes Park Station Buildings, Coombe Lane SW20  020 3542 2000  srp@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

292-294 Kennington Road, SE11  020 3792 3070  skennington.lettings@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk Sales – 299 Kennington Road SE11  020 7587 0600 kennington@winkworth.co.uk www.winkworth.co.uk

Richmond 27a The Quadrant, Richmond TW9  020 8973 2700  richmond@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

Lettings – 299 Kennington Road SE11  020 7587 0600 kennington@winkworth.co.uk www.winkworth.co.uk

23 Hill Street, Richmond upon Thames TW9  020 8939 2800  richmond@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.com

Kingston

40-42 Hill Rise, London  020 8614 9100  mgthompson@savills.com www.savills.com

173-177 Clarence Street, Kingston KT1  020 8879 2121  kingston@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

Nunhead

Southfields 21 Replingham Rd, Southfields, London SW18  020 3151 4310  southfields@johndwood.co.uk

145 Evelina Road, Nunhead SE15  020 3206 3063  post@roybrooks.co.uk www.roybrooks.co.uk

251-251b Wimbledon Park Road SW19  020 8871 9655  southfields.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

Peckham 17A Nunhead Green, SE15  020 7952 0595  nun@woosterstock.co.uk www.woosterstock.co.uk

www.johndwood.co.uk

Streatham 82 Streatham High Road, Streatham SW16  020 8150 5400  streatham@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

Putney 175 Putney High Street, Putney SW15  020 8355 1000  putney@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

1 Leigham Court Road, SW16  020 8769 8744  sst@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

1 Putney Hill, Putney SW15  020 3280 3545  putneyhill.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk 81-83 Lower Richmond Road, West Putney SW15  020 3280 3558  westputney.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

46-50 Streatham Hill, Streatham, London SW2  020 8769 6699  streatham@winkworth.co.uk www.winkworth.co.uk

Tooting

Sales & Lettings – 188 Upper Richmond Road SW15  020 8780 8780  sales.putney@lauristons.com  lettings.putney@lauristons.com www.lauristons.com

47-49 Mitcham Road, SW17  020 3728 2150  tooting@foxtons.co.uk www.foxtons.co.uk

198 Upper Richmond Road SW15  020 8780 6111  cbell@savills.com www.savills.com

58-60 Tooting High Street, SW17  020 8767 1400  sto@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

194 Upper Richmond Road SW15  020 8780 1100  sales@warrenputney.co.uk www.warrenputney.co.uk

29-31 Upper Tooting Rd, London SW17  020 8767 3655  tooting_sales@marshandparsons.co.uk www.marshandparsons.co.uk

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370 Old York Road SW18  020 8480 4444  wandsworthtown@first-union.co.uk www.first-union.co.uk

12 Huguenot Place SW17  020 8877 4810  rchatwin@savills.com www.savills.com

Wandsworth

West Dulwich 94 Park Hall Road, West Dulwich SE21  020 3319 3900  ben.moser@petermans.co.uk www.petermans.co.uk

Wandsworth – Between the Commons 140 Northcote Road SW11  020 7228 7474  sales@john-thorogood.co.uk www.john-thorogood.co.uk 26 Bellevue Road, SW17  020 8682 7777  wandsworth@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.com 98–100 Northcote Road, SW11  020 7411 9965  battersea@hamptons-int.com www.hamptons.co.uk 118 Northcote Road SW11  020 7728 9292  batteresa_sales@marshandparsons.co.uk www.marshandparsons.co.uk 131 Northcote Road SW11  020 7228 5111  battersea@ramptonbaseley.com www.ramptonbaseley.com 99 Northcote Road, SW11  020 3428 2222  rchatwin@savills.com www.savills.com

Wandsworth Common 19 Bellevue Road SW17  020 8767 7711  wandsworth@carterjonas.co.uk www.carterjonas.co.uk 324 Trinity Rd, London SW18 3RG  020 3151 4263  wandsworth@johndwood.co.uk www.johndwood.co.uk 34 Bellevue Road SW17  020 8767 2222  bellevueroad@rymer-irens.com www.rymer-irens.com

113 Rosendale Road, West Dulwich SE21  020 3280 3556  westdulwich.sales@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk

Wimbledon 49 Wimbledon Hill Road, SW19  020 8944 4000  swm@kfh.co.uk www.kfh.co.uk Hampton House, High Street, SW19  020 8946 0081  wimbledon@hamptons-int.com www.hamptons.co.uk 5 Church Rd, Wimbledon, London SW19 5DW  020 3151 4293  wimbledon@johndwood.co.uk www.johndwood.co.uk 81 High Street SW19  020 8946 0026  dominic.pasqua@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.com Sales & Lettings – 53 Wimbledon Hill Road, Wimbledon SW19  020 8946 9468  sales.wimbledon@lauristons.com  lettings.wimbledon@lauristons.com www.lauristons.com New Homes – 53 Wimbledon Hill Road Wimbledon SW19  020 8879 9099  newhomes@lauristons.com www.lauristons.com 35 High Street SW19  020 8947 9833  enquiries@robertholmes.co.uk www.robertholmes.co.uk

26 Bellevue Road, SW17  020 8682 7777  wandsworth@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.com

Lettings - 11-13 Church Street SW19  020 8870 9669  rentalenquiries@robertholmes.co.uk www.robertholmes.co.uk

Sales & Lettings – 30 Bellevue Road SW17  020 3846 0999  wandsworthsales@ramptonbaseley.com  wandsworthlettings@ramptonbaseley.com www.ramptonbaseley.com

1 High Street SW19  020 8971 8111  jmorrison@savills.com www.savills.com

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LAST WORD Neil Cunningham, Regional Partner, Knight Frank What advice would you give to anyone Describe your property career to date? considering a career in estate agency? My estate agency career started in 2005 when Be resilient. Be organised. Be smart. Have I moved from Edinburgh to London full time. a smile on your face and never give up. Having spent most of my career as a brand Dealing with people day in day out has its consultant, I wanted a change and I moved own challenges, but if you listen, ask the right into property. I joined Foxton’s and spent questions, open the right doors you will always the next 12 years working through various gain people’s confidence and trust. roles in Sales and Lettings within their South Kensington, Fulham offices and then as an What advice would you give to Landlords Operations Director with their Notting Hill Road, Wandsworth SW18 market? For /Tenants in the current office. In May 2017 I joined Knight Frank to Elsynge landlords – work with the market and allow your head up and oversee the financial performance estate agent to give you the right advice as to of their lettings offices in South West London what they think you will need to do the let your and Home Counties. property. You face challenging times with tax changes and we understand this, but ultimately What do you enjoy most about your job, estate agents cannot control what happens and what have been your highlights so in the economy which does lead to affects on far? Every day is different. There are many price. Always remember property is a long-term daily challenges but I love working through investment. There will always be times when a these and providing satisfactory solutions. My market needs to adjust so prices will at times highlight is working alongside an incredibly come down, but it also will go up. talented and hardworking group of people Tenants – asking price is king. Stock levels within the South West and Home Counties are at the lowest we have ever seen which region. Without them, I do not have a business creates the supply and demand issue. If you and I can’t tell you enough how much I value all see something you like, do not wait, do not of them. I enjoy sharing in the team’s success play games, simply secure your next home stories, but ultimately the reviews we receive and do not run the risk of being gazumped online when we have found our tenants by£2,850,000 another tenant whose sees the values and their next home and our customers having Guide price pays more rent. experienced an outstanding service. Clapham Common North Side, SW4

Magnificent family homes for sale.

Recent highs, recent lows? A recent high has been delivering outstanding customer experience which can been seen with the online reviews. There haven’t been any recent lows, but stock is a low, we need more and we need our rental investors back into the market as we have the tenants. We just need more stock. In your view, how does the South London market differ from other areas of London? Family life, community spirit and A detached Victorian house built for the Great a wealth of open spaces other areas of London Exhibition of 1850 with off street parking. cannot offer. True Londoners live South West. If I can say • it, Off we streethave parkingcleaner air; a place you can come to relax in and forget your • home 72 ft garden • London Good transport links fast-paced working life. •

Approximately 3,103 sq ft

Where, in your view, is the best place to live south of the river and why? Clapham 5 4 3 South/Balham as this is where I live and I am biased. The area is full of independent coffee shops, bakeries and top quality restaurants; you do not have to travel far for a night out at the weekend. You have everything on your looks forward to helping you. doorstep Sam andSproston you have a true community spirit. sam.sproston@knightfrank.com

If you were not an estate agent, what career would you choose and why? As 020 7768 0994 I am heavily involved with Crisis, the homeless charity, I would work full time in this sector and play a part in ending homelessness. A magnificent residence finished to the highest standard with southerly views across Clapham Common.

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Elsynge Road, Wandsworth, SW18

Guide price £9,000,000

An exceptional detached 5 bedroom (including an impressive master suite) Victorian house built for the Great Exhibition of 1850. It’s on one of Wandsworth’s most prized roads, close to the shops and restaurants on St John’s Hill and has easy access into the City and the West End. Wandsworth Common is close by. £7,500 per month

Swimming pool Private parking Rooftop with 360 degree views Approximately 6,963 sq ft

Sam looks forward to helping you.

26 Bellevue Road SW17 7EB United Kingdom 020 3667 6757

London sam.sproston@knightfrank.com 020 7768 0994

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Connecting people & property, perfectly. Esher KT10 A detached family home opposite Sandown Racecourse.

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Conveniently located for Esher town centre Large kitchen/family room Approximately 2,637 sq ft (245 sq m)

Your Esher expert looks forward to helping you.

matthew.scott@knightfrank.com 01372 434377

Guide price £1,195,000

Esher KT10 An attractive family home located in a private and gated road.

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Recently refurbished A self-contained Annexe Approximately 5,011 sq ft (466 sq m)

Your Esher expert looks forward to helping you.

matthew.scott@knightfrank.com

Guide price £2,495,000

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