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February

CULTURE 8

DIARY

CULTURE CLASH

Sophie Thrower rounds up this month’s highlights

The Lyric’s new face lift and the view from The Shard

AGE CONCERN

Author and agony aunt Virginia Ironside on growing old disgracefully

A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND

Travel’s most wanted; behind the scenes at Mr & Mrs Smith

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FASHION PRODUCTS Winter florals

STYLE NOTES

Mary Portas hits the High Road

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39 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Designer picks of the month

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GRAND DESIGNS

Nina Moeller on London eccentricities

THE LAP OF LUXURY

The hidden interiors of Grove House

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FIND THE RIVER

In the kitchen with Ruth Rogers

ISLAND IN THE SUN

Romance and relaxation in St Lucia

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Brushing up on our backhand in Antigua An exclusive look at the new St Regis resort in Mauritius

PROPERTY

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ark Twain, surely literature’s most quotable figure, famously told us to ‘throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in our sails.’ To ‘explore. Dream. Discover.’ That was all well and good for Mr Twain, but the fantasy of escaping the rat-race, of buying a one-way ticket to the middle of nowhere and truly sailing away from our safe harbours is somewhat hindered by jobs, mortgages, children and by life in general. Travel is, however, one of life’s greatest pleasures. Not a luxury in my eyes, (though this being Absolutely we have of course uncovered the crème de la crème of the travel industry for your viewing pleasure) but a necessity. A getaway, no matter how short, is a chance to escape everyday monotony and experience a new culture, cuisine, experiences and way of life. Our travel special this month focuses on three of the Caribbean’s most spectacular islands, as well as an exclusive first-hand look at the gorgeous colonial style St Regis resort in Mauritius.

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HAMMERSMITH APOLLO Vocal powerhouse Paloma Faith is paying a visit to the Hammersmith Apollo for one night only, following the universal acclaim of her second album Fall to Grace. With her distinctive combination of soulful lyrics, jazzy tunes and infectious personality, it’s sure to be an unforgettable evening. hammersmithapollo.com

Diary

Sophie Thrower picks the hottest tickets in town

MAGIC FLUTE 5 FEBRUARY – 3 MARCH

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RIVERSIDE STUDIOS Kit Hesketh-Harvey’s new twist on Mozart’s The Magic Flute is being realised as a stomping amalgamation of pantomime and opera. Presented by The Merry Opera Company, this energetic and delightful production witnesses the classically comic tale with an imaginative and contemporary twist. riversidestudios.co.uk

THROUGHOUT FEBRUARY

CLASSIC CINEMA CLUB Ealing’s Classic Cinema Club are embracing February’s air of romance with their Femme Fatale season. Showing silent film The Temptress, accompanied by a live pianist, Out of the Past – Build My Gallows High, Et Dieu… créa la femme and Gilda, they’ve hand-picked some of the most iconic female icons to grace the silver screen. classiccinemaclub.co.uk 8

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CHISWICK HOUSE Brighten up this wintry month with a splendid display of colour at the Chiswick House Conservatory, as they celebrate the glorious Camellia blooms in their annual festival. With a beautiful exhibition of over 30 varieties of rare and historic flowers, the Conservatory is kicking off its 200th anniversary celebrations with a bang! chgt.org.uk

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SHEPHERD’S BUSH EMPIRE One of the biggestselling artists of 2012 is preparing to grace the stage of the Shepherd’s Bush Empire for two energy-fuelled evenings. Following the incredible success of her self-titled debut album, Rita Ora’s ‘Radioactive Tour’ is set to take the country by storm with equal gusto. o2shephersbushempire.co.uk

RIVERSIDE GALLERY Inspired by 20th century Modernism, Paul Cordsen is exhibiting his latest collection of works at The Riverside Gallery. Featuring pieces such as Aprils Fool, Pingo Ergo Sum and Thanatos, the compelling collection promises to provide a colourful and entertaining distraction from the winter blues. riversidestudios.co.uk

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PM GALLERY & HOUSE To celebrate its centenary, The London Group is displaying nearly 100 pieces of art ranging from painting and print, to sculpture and installations. The exhibition is an opportune celebration of the independence and sense of freedom of each individual artist. ealing.gov.uk

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TABARD THEATRE Mark Glesser’s incredible new tale regales the story of two English expats who find themselves on combating sides of an uprising. As immigrants flood across the Mexican border in 1835, refined artist Charlotte Vernon and shoemaker Harry Birchfield find their ambitions colliding with truly devastating consequences. Tickets from £12, 0208 995 6035; tabardtheatre.co.uk PHOTO ©RICHARD DAVENPORT

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Culture Clash SKY HIGH

Love it or hate it, Renzo Piano’s new landmark building, the Shard, is due to open on 1 February. Members of the public will be able to see the finest vistas of the capital with the exclusive viewing galleries on levels 68, 69 and 72, which will include high-tech interactive ‘Tell:scopes’, enabling guests to explore the city scape in every direction. For a Valentine’s date with a difference, get your hands on some gift certificates for your beloved now. Advance tickets and Gift Certificates cost £24.95 for adults and £18.95 for children; theviewfromtheshard.com

Off the record

Metropolis Studios are currently hosting an exhibition of classic and contemporary prints from the king of Pop Art, Sir Peter Blake. The 16 piece exhibition includes works from Blake’s new ‘American Trilogy’ series as well as iconic album covers for Ian Drury and the Blockheads and The Beatles. If you’ve been on the hunt for a rare piece of Pop Art history, then you’ll be pleased to hear that pieces are available to buy and range from £500 – £5,500. Private viewings via appointment only: tamsin.mclarty@ metropolis-group.co.uk; metropolis-group.co.uk

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Construction has begun on The Lyric Hammersmith’s £16.5 million development; the building’s first major face lift in 30 years. The project will see a two-storey extension and a range of brand new facilities put in place. Mayor of London Boris Johnson commented, ‘I am delighted that we have been able to support the redevelopment of the Lyric Hammersmith, which is a wonderful theatre serving not just the local people but avid theatregoers from across the capital.’ lyric.co.uk

PAINT & INK The surreal work of Hammersmithbased artist Georgia Knight has a distinctive, very non sugar-coated appeal. Primarily working in ink, pen and watercolour, Georgia produces illustrations and cartoons for comics and children’s stories and recently presented an exhibition of her work at local watering hole, The Jameson. INKGEORGE.COM, THEJAMESON.CO.UK 11

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Arts & Culture

Help the Aged The Independent’s perennial agony aunt, Virginia Ironside, on granny stand-up and growing old disgracefully

but all the time I was writing a book. I eventually wrote a piece for a magazine which was edited, oddly enough, by Michael Parkinson, who was the features editor. A publisher wrote to me and said had I ever thought of writing a book and I said ‘well, yes actually I’ve got one in my drawer!’ I sent it to him and they published it. It was a very different time back then. I was 22, we were a lucky generation though I hate to say it!

What inspired the books in particular? I think what inspired them was people being so terribly downhearted about getting old. I actually found getting old quite different; I found it to be a release. I was never very happy when I was young, and I find the older I get the happier I get. I like the fact that there are fewer choices. Life used to stretch out with this sort of hideous, endless opportunities, which was quite daunting, whereas now you know where you are. I find it impossible not to look on the bright side as one gets older because life is so much less ghastly than it used to be! Do you think that Britain has an intolerant attitude towards its elderly? I think the baby boomers are changing all this actually because I’ve noticed a lot more celebration of getting old. I think there’s a change in attitude towards the old. I’m not talking about the very old because obviously there’s a moment when things start to get really bad, but there’s a new age now, between 60 and 80, which has the potential to be – instead of a downward slide – a new country to visit; an exciting new area. How has your writing style changed over the years? I don’t think my writing style has changed at all, I’m just more confident now and I find

it easier. I’ve written so much in my time and one of the things that really helped was being a television reviewer in the 60s. You had to watch a programme on TV which ended at 10:30 and your copy deadline was 10:30 – so you had to write terribly quickly. That was very good training. Do you write every day? Oh no, I write when I feel like it! Or when there’s a deadline. I live a very nice life at the moment, it’s just the same sort of life every day; a bit of writing, a bit of pottering about. It’s a very nice and natural way of living. Who are some of your favourite authors? I love Elizabeth Taylor, not the actress, obviously. She writes beautifully about family life. Nabokov and Chekhov are also my favourites. You’re from a creative background (painter and coin designer father, Christopher Ironside, and first ever professor of Fashion Design at RCA mother, Janey Acheson), did you always want to write? No not all, I tried all kinds of different things. I went to art school, I was a temporary secretary,

How did the Growing Old Disgracefully show come about? I was asked to do a lot of literary festivals after No! I Don’t Want to Join a Book Club, and I found that when I did them Club I would be able to make people laugh. I enjoyed it very much too. I was on a cruise doing a talk and Nigel Planer happened to be there. I asked if he knew anyone who might be able to direct or produce me because I wanted to take it to Edinburgh. He saw me doing it and afterwards he said he’d love to direct me, which gave me such a confidence boost. We took it to Edinburgh in 2009 and I’ve never looked back. The show is a sort of granny stand-up but it’s more of an eccentric one woman show. It’s got jokes in it but there’s also some seriousness and sentimentality. How long have you been an agony aunt for The Independent? 2013 is my 20th year. I feel pretty confident about giving advice now, it doesn’t seem like a huge puzzle to me. When I’m offered a problem I can just see a solution. What are the most common types of problems people write in about? Either, ‘I’m so lonely and miserable because I’m married and my husband doesn’t understand me’, or, ‘I’m so lonely and miserable because I’m not married’. It’s depression and loneliness, as it’s always been. There’s no change I’m afraid. No! I don’t Need Reading Glasses! Published by Quercus, £16.99 is out now, virginiaironside.org

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Can you tell us a little about No! I Don’t Need Reading Glasses, the follow up to No! I Don’t Want to Join a Bookclub? How autobiographical is the character of Marie Sharp? All books, I think, have a lot of oneself in them. Originally this was about a 60-year-old somebody who lived in Shepherd’s Bush and who had just become a granny – which is me – but she’s a retired art teacher, which isn’t me and she’d had a very different life. It’s easy to set it in Shepherd’s Bush because I know the world around here. One writes a book about what one knows.

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Urbane Living on Chiswick High Road is the place to go for New Year home improvements with an extensive range of wallpapers, flooring, worktops and accessories. We love the kid’s bedroom range of vibrant flooring and innovative wall stickers. Let your child’s imagination run riot. 42 - 44 Chiswick High Road, W4; urbaneliving.co.uk

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Want the Ikea price tag without the bland, uniform flat-pack look? Welcome to the world of Mykea, an ingenious initiative set up by a group of friends who wanted to add a touch of personality to their budget furniture. We love the fun, colourful illustrations – perfect to brighten up your child’s bedroom – and the fact that it works as a great platform for up-and-coming designers who can submit their portfolio. thisismykea.com

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TOP OF THE POPS

The cream of the music world, including members of Oasis, Madness and Matt Everitt of BBC 6 music turned up for the launch party of Sir Peter Blake’s exhibition at Metropolis Studios. As one of Europe’s biggest and most influential recording studios, the Grade II-listed former power station is a fitting home for the exhibition, (see pg 11 for more info) showcasing limited edition and iconic album artwork from the legendary pop artist. PHOTOS © VALENTINA GIORA

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As we all know, healthy feet could put a smile on your face. So why not visit Chiropody/Podiatry Clinic in Shepherd’s Bush? They have been practicing for over 10 years and recently moved to a new location. The practice provides professional treatment in a nice and friendly environment. Chiropody/Podiatry, 424 Uxbridge Road, W12, 020 8749 3456; www.chiropodyclinic.co.uk

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The biggest independent stockist of Hotter Shoes has recently opened in Shepherd’s Bush. If you are after a really comfortable pair of shoes, or if you are diabetic, have problems with bunions or indeed any foot problems, then a visit to the Hotter Stockist is a must! They have a selection of sizes from 3 – 9, including half sizes, extra width and even EEE, meaning that almost everybody can find something for themselves. 424 Uxbridge Road, London W12 0NR; 020 8749 3456

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If you’ve been inspired by our ravishing travel special this month and are in the middle of planning a much needed summer holiday, then perhaps its time to revamp your travel wardrobe too; starting with matching luggage. Accessory giants Radley have collaborated with British illustrator Rory Crichton on the new Thames Travel Collection; an homage to all things British and a unique spin on the classic, much loved Scottie dog design. Available at London Luggage, 83 King Street, Hammersmith, W6; radley.co.uk

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Mary Portas, will open the seventh branch of her Living & Giving shop for Save the Children on Chiswick High Road on 2 February. The store has a bohemian design scheme devised by local practice AMD Interior Architecture, and will stock high-end clothing, jewellery and homewares. 152 Chiswick High Road, W4. To donate or enquire about volunteering, visit savethechildren.org.uk

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’m sat in a cosy booth at Sam’s Brasserie, trying to preserve an air of nonchalance as I mentally prepare to unmask the famous Mr and Mrs Smith; AKA James and Tamara Lohan, the husbandand-wife duo behind the boutique travel guide publisher-cum-agency. They are, however, instantly recognisable when they arrive – fashionably ten minutes late – apologising profusely and with handshakes of steel. If you’re familiar with the Mr & Mrs Smith brand, or are in possession of one of their three exclusive membership cards, then you will be accustomed to the company’s sense of humour and irreverence; evident in their tongue-in-cheek name. I ask for the story behind the brand; ‘it was my fault’ James begins, semi-apologetically, ‘we were dating back then (2003) and I wanted to take Tamara away on weekends and was failing miserably because of some nameless guidebooks. I kept getting it wrong.’ He regales the story of a particularly naff hotel in the Lake District, a tale which he has clearly told on numerous occasions, yet still retains a feverous disdain at the memory. The unfortunate hotel ticked many a recurring Fawlty Towers list of problems; decrepit decor, stained carpets, poor bedding and a musty odour.

Spurred on by the bad experience, James and Tamara took it upon themselves to seek out the great British hotels that were surely out there. ‘Guidebooks back then gave a list of restaurants in the area but not where the best place for Sunday lunch was, the best for a romantic meal, what the best table in the restaurant was... it was just basic stuff. So we decided to write it ourselves.’ After initially being turned down by several publishers, the Lohans eventually managed to sell their concept, and the book was an instant hit. Originally just a publishing business, the Mr & Mrs Smith ‘travel club model’ launched online in September 2005 and their scope grew into Europe, Asia and the rest of the world. ‘It didn’t feel like rocket science and I was gobsmacked that other people weren’t doing it,’ James admits. With absolutely zero experience in the travel industry (‘we were qualified consumers, rather than experts’, James concedes), the Lohan’s business took off spectacularly and they now operate a 24/6 travel team, with offices in Melbourne and New York. Indeed, I can’t help but feel that the company’s success was a case of right place, right time – given how rapidly the travel

‘Ten years ago it felt like you were a guest at a hotel rather than the other way round’

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MR & MRS SMITH RECOMMEND: FAVOURITE HOTELS:

Coworth Park near Ascot, Berkshire – the only polo ground in the UK with a boutique hotel. Amazing grounds, spa and food. coworthpark.com Upper House in Hong Kong – service like we have never experienced. Stunning city views from the bedrooms and a buzzing restaurant. upperhouse.com Crosby Street Hotel in New York. Kit Kemp styling in our favourite city. Also, an amazing position for shopping. Styling and quality is stunning in this hotel. crosbystreethotel.com industry has grown and changed. The Mr & Mrs Smith concept isn’t exactly ground breaking, yet at the time it was truly pioneering. I ask how the industry has changed since the birth of Mr & Mrs Smith, in what is a comparatively short space of time. ‘The boutique hotel industry has just grown massively.’ James says, ‘ten years ago it felt like you were a guest at a hotel rather than the other way round.’ The Mr & Mrs Smith guidelines for potential listed hotels is particularly strict, and if one doesn’t quite cut the mustard, it will never appear in one of their guidebooks or on their website, and no one can buy their way in (yes, there have been numerous attempts). Therefore, every hotel listed is handpicked and guaranteed to be the cream of the crop. In recent years, we’ve become masters of self published reviews and prior research of any kind of accommodation is a prerequisite. How has this unbiased feedback culture, trailblazed by the likes of Trip Advisor, affected the hotel industry? ‘Hoteliers have to be more careful,’ James agrees, ‘but it’s also given them a platform to respond to complaints. They have an avenue to reply and turn the customer around.’ It is somewhat fitting that Mr & Mrs Smith always send couples away to submit reviews, and though all are anonymous, a number of celebrity reviewers have done the dirty work (it’s a tough job but someone’s got to do it). ‘We don’t just send some boring hotel inspector.’ James says. ‘We’ve had great people like Felix from Basement Jaxx, Raymond Blanc... a real mix. The way we review hotels is we don’t care about diamonds and rosettes and plates

on the wall, it’s just got to have some thought to it and we’re looking for that ‘wow’ factor.’ For a couple who have been stalwarts in the travel industry for a decade, the Lohans still retain an infectious and palpable enthusiasm for their job. Their palettes have undoubtedly been widened through their extensive research and experiences, but they still attain a sense of excitement for the new and unique. 2013 marks the start of a new venture for the company with the launch of Smith & Family, which will run alongside yet remain a separate entity to Mr & Mrs Smith. In a way, the Lohan’s client base has grown with them; from young couples looking for idyllic weekend breaks to family units with entirely different priorities. The couple are excited by the launch and acknowledge that the business required such a service, whilst maintaining the adults only merriment of Mr & Mrs Smith. The Lohans have lived and worked in Chiswick for around eight years. Originally based in a houseboat in Corney Reach, they had to switch to a more conventional abode after having children. Having initially moved to the area because of its close proximity to Heathrow Airport, the Lohans have made Chiswick their home as well as their place of business. To turn a hobby or passion into a business is no mean feat, but the Lohans have pulled it off with aplomb. Mr & Mrs Smith is a fun yet respected travel club for grown-ups, and to be part of that world is an everyday little slice of indulgence that we all need. mrandmrssmith.com

MOST MEMORABLE HOLIDAY: Has to be our honeymoon – we went on safari in Kruger National Park and stayed at the Royal Malewane with incredible bedrooms where animals come up to your window. royalmalewane.com

LAST MINUTE UK WEEKEND BREAK:

Lime Wood in the New Forest for a luxurious spa retreat and The Pig for a cosy pub feel with great food. limewoodhotel.co.uk and thepighotel.com

UP-AND-COMING DESTINATIONS: Brazil and Rio have to be at the top of everyone’s list and we’ve just uncovered some boutique hotels in Croatia and Romania.

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This month, Roko Chiswick is celebrating its fifth anniversary and will be marking the occasion on 23 February with members past, present, and – in some cases – future. Roko’s ethos is to provide premium facilities at affordable prices and they have been doing so with aplomb; offering Chiswick residents a huge choice of gym equipment, over 70 exercise classes a week and an Elemis Spa, which is open to non-members. General Manager Phil Williams says, ‘Chiswick has become one of my favourite places to work. The members make the club what it is today and I look forward to the next anniversary!’ Hartington Road, W4; roko.co.uk, 35

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Kitchen and homeware company, Joseph Joseph, was founded in 2002 by twin brothers Antony and Richard Joseph. Their bright and stylish designs are combined with an innovative practicality. You can’t get much more fabulous than the popular ‘icon’ range, which have the visages of Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley immortalised in fruit and veg à la artist Giuseppe Arcimboldo. Guaranteed to make the task of preparing vegetables slightly more exciting. £14, Zecca Home, 88 Turnham Green Terrace, W4; josephjoseph.com

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The cheerily named screen printing company, London Kills Me, have carved out a niche with their handdrawn prints of bustling London boroughs. The West London Print covers local landmarks such as Ealing Studios and is part of an ongoing project which will eventually cover the whole of London. £60 each; rockettstgeorge.co.uk

Chiswick based designer Ben Rousseau specialises in product design, lighting and interiors and is famous for designing the cutting edge art suites at Sweden’s Ice Hotel. The Torus lights (named after the geometry term for a surface area created by the product of two circles) are the latest in Rousseau’s LED product range. The contemporary, skeletal structures are made from laser cut acrylic circles held together by a cleaver ring arrangement. The lighting is controllable through WiFi on iPads and other devices. Talk about modern living. Circo pendant light in red acrylic from £995; rousseau.co.uk 39

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itting over a cup of tea with Nina Moeller is quite an inspiring experience, though it serves as a stark reminder of how little I do with my free time in London. Within 10 minutes she’s listed countless exhibitions and shows she’s recently attended; ‘I think Thomas Heatherwick impressed everyone over last summer,’ she muses, to which I wholeheartedly agree, though – of course – I missed his retrospective. ‘London is a great place for creativity and eccentricity’ she concludes, which for a woman with such a varied cultural background, is quite a compliment. Born in South Africa, Nina studied cabinet design in Germany, where she was based for nine years, and went on to study furniture restoration in Poland and Normandy before settling in London; studying under the renowned and whimsically named furniture maker John Makepeace. We discuss the emergence of talent from her homeland and she acknowledges the ‘wealth of up-and-coming designers’, but it is London (she lives in Brook Green and works in a studio in Richmond) that she now calls home. A skilled and experienced furniture maker by trade, Nina established her business, Nina Moeller Designs, some 20 years ago and has worked on private projects and with prestigious clients such as The Conran Shop and The Ivy. Though getting her hands dirty and making furniture has had to take a back seat for Nina since establishing her business, her passion for what she does is immediately obvious and is somewhat infectious. I initially assume that she has a fixed, specific style, but she admits to being relaxed when it comes to personal taste. ‘I’m quite open’ she says, ‘I think you can mix and match styles, which is what I’m interested in.’ In such an industry, however, Nina will always be directed by the client to some degree when it comes to her

modern design choices in what is, after all, an elegant family home, but the Richmond house’s beauty lies in Nina’s characteristic attention to detail. One such example derives from the family’s personal collection of bamboo in their garden, which Nina felt inspired by to incorporate directly into the home; using bamboo as a simple handle detail in the bathroom. I’ve finished my tea and am packing up my things, but we’re still talking about inspirations; the Moorish beauty of Granada, Raphael’s sketches and the inimitable beauty of Rome. Nina talks of the Italian garden at the V&A and suddenly we’re back to where we started. It’s this diligent drive and passion for creativity that make Nina so easy to talk to and is, I imagine, what gives her a natural rapport with clients. I leave with a resolution; to explore more of the architectural and cultural highlights of London. It is, after all, right under my nose. nina-moeller-designs.co.uk

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Kate Gould takes us through the secrets of a small Chiswick courtyard garden. ‘Approximately 4x5m in size, this garden is viewed directly from the kitchen of the recently renovated house. The space incorporated soft colours and a traditional feel. Painted fences and trellis create the sense of a room and this colour is picked up again in the Versailles planters which are planted with ¾ standard Laurus nobilis (Bay trees) and under planted with annuals seasonally for colour.’ kategouldgardens.com

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The One Show’s Mike Dilger has been on a mission: to visit all nine Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Centres across the UK to raise money for the spoon-billed sandpiper conservation breeding programme. On 2 February, he will be in our neck of the woods for an evening of birdbrained conversation with his talk, ‘The Trials and Tribulations of a TV Naturalist’; an informative and witty insight into the world of wildlife presenting. £15, 2 February at 6pm; wwt.org.uk

‘Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and we surround ourselves with attractive things not only because they look nice but also because they make us feel happy. A bespoke handcrafted sculpture or hand thrown pot can be pricey, but with that price tag comes years of enjoyment and the knowledge that something has been made just for you. On the other end of the scale, however, sometimes a piece of wood, a beautiful specimen plant or a decorative boulder can also provide the same effect without such a hefty price tag.’ kategouldgardens.com 43

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Absolutely discovers the hidden interiors behind the doors of Grove House

rom the outside there is little to suggest that Grove House is anything other than a rather handsome early 18thcentury house typical of its period, with facings of dark plum brick, flush-framed sash windows and a later early 19th- century porch. The house was built for Lady Mary Downing. It retains a good original timber staircase with twisted balusters, but the pièce de résistance was added much later in 1893, when the house was acquired by a retired army officer, Colonel Charles James Stutfield, who had served in the Mediterranean. He let his imagination run riot by extending

the house with a spectacular music room in a full-blown evocation of the Alhambra inspired by Owen Jones’s Alhambra Room at the Sydenham Crystal Palace. Tucked away at the back of the house, it was intended to form part of a wider composition including a long-lost conservatory with a circular pond and canal based on the Court of Lions at the Alhambra. Inside, the central space and lateral bays are divided by cusped, engrailed arches and pierced screens above which rises a dome decorated with interlaced patterns on embossed paper, and receding muqarnas, the small carved corbels stacked in tiers which are such a distinctive hallmark

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of Islamic architecture. Every surface is encrusted with Moorish decoration, Islamic calligraphy, marble, tilework, coloured glass and rich ornamental plasterwork in a vibrant palette of green, red, blue and gold. Stutfield died in 1926, at which point the house was sold. Plans to demolish the building for housing were resisted in 1950, and again in 1966, after which it was converted to offices. London Hidden Interiors, text by Philip Davies and photography by Derek Kendall, is an English Heritage book published by Atlantic Publishing; ÂŁ40 45

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Deep Ruth Rogers blazed the ‘peasant food’ trail when she opened the stormingly successful River Café some 25 years ago. Katy Jarratt meets a passionately hands-on chef

aiting to speak to Ruth Rogers at The River Cafe, I reach a level of sensory contentment I didn’t know was possible. ‘Go mad,’ says her delightful restaurant manager, placing a menu before me and running through the list of possibilities with the kind of fondness and excitement you’d expect from someone telling you about each of their children in birth order. The Thames laps on the river bank outside and the cafe gives off the gentle hum of late lunchtime conversation. Everyone, including the receptionist, is giving a personal and detailed wine or food recommendation to an enquiring customer over the phone. This is the life. Out of pure greed I choose a pudding. It’s a vanilla pod-speckled pannacotta with grappa and rhubarb. It comes in a smooth dome, layered with columns of the freshest rhubarb I’ve ever tasted. It’s phenomenal, but don’t expect it to be exactly the same when you go. The River Cafe changes menu twice daily based on what is available and Rogers is held up writing the second menu of the day in the far corner of the cafe. ‘We just talk about food all day,’ says Ruth’s assistant Jess, who is checking on me occasionally with a seamlessly intuitive balance of attention and space. We politely laugh but she holds my gaze and I understand that she must really mean it. We have reached the realm of the serious food fanatics. Rogers walks over, smiling. ‘Have you eaten?’ She asks. I’m tempted to say no but I tell her I’ve had the pannacotta and I’m stuffed. ‘Ah,’ she exclaims, remembering it from the morning’s menu. ‘I didn’t write it myself, Danny did,’ she says, but she knows it back to front. I can see that the menu for

her is like a seasonal newsfeed, the living, breathing current affairs of the food world. Is writing it a creative process? ‘Oh yes,’ she says, ‘it’s constantly running through my head and there is a lot of creative pressure. But there are structures within it too, like any creation.’ Rogers sees the menu as a theatrical performance each night, with the food items as cast members appearing in different guises - grilled, cooked, fried, hot, cold. ‘I’ll usually always have mozzarella and prosciutto and squid on the menu. Then three fish and three meat,’ she adds. ‘Mondays are difficult for the squid,’ she says, as if she’s trying not to take it personally, ‘but we get by. We’ve had scallops on the menu almost every day, but in the back of

‘Success is an internal feeling, isn’t it?’ she asks, rhetorically. ‘It’s how I can look at the restaurant and just know that we run a very different, tight, ship’ my mind I know the lobster is going to be less available so I’ll combine that with other fish to make a fish stew.’ She is Goldie Hawn-esque and has the manner and look of a Woody Allen heroine but seems to have lost some of the harder New York edges. She and Rose Gray founded The River Cafe in 1987, specialising in fresh, seasonal Italian cuisine and gained their first Michelin star in 1997. They are well known for having launched the careers of famous chefs like Jamie Oliver and Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall and for indirectly defining a new genre of food – what the papers coined ‘peasant chic.’ As with any iconic commercial venture, it’s

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had its fair share of ups and downs. After a fire in 2007 it closed for seven months and - perhaps, worst of all - the death of Gray from cancer in 2010 left Rogers and the team bereft. ‘I feel like a single parent,’ she says. ‘Since Rose’s death I’ve tried to focus a lot on the things we shared. The restaurant, the values, our families...’ This seems to be the only way she can come to terms with it. Rogers’ role is relentlessly hands-on, with six shifts a week. Even while Gray was there, the two of them worked side-by-side, day in, day out for two decades. Rogers was born in upstate New York, the daughter of a doctor and a librarian. She travelled to England for university and, in her words, ‘never went back.’ ‘I was so excited to be in England, I met my husband very quickly and after three years we were married.’ Her husband is Lord Rogers, the modernist architect who has been responsible for some of the most interesting buildings in the world. She is, technically, Lady Rogers, but - like a true liberal she is not concerned with how you address her. ‘When Richard and I were first together we travelled to France because he won the contract for the Pompidou Centre. I was always cooking anyway, but when we were in Paris and we lived above a market – that was when I was the most influenced.’ Going to the market every day and deciding what to cook for dinner gave Rogers her sourcing epiphany. Little did she know she was ahead of the times and would spend the rest of her life bringing that concept to fruition and inducing a whole trend of food sustainability. Whatever the impact of this amazing feat, her advice is simple. ‘Never...’ she says, pausing with emphasis, ‘...go to the market with a shopping list in your head.’ Despite decades of experience as a restaurateur, a Michelin star and an MBE under her belt, Rogers defines herself first and foremost as a chef. ‘To be a good chef you need three things,’ she begins. She has obviously thought about this a lot and her New York twang returns. ‘One: you have to

up to 300 people walk through the door each day, that’s a lot of hard work. The staff are also quietly protective of Rogers, or ‘Ruthie’ as they call her. But that is not surprising considering the restaurant is her second home and she is now running it single-handedly. River Cafe has been going so long and done so well, how does she even define success anymore? ‘Success is an internal feeling, isn’t it?’ she asks, rhetorically. ‘It’s how I can look at the restaurant and just know that we run a very different, tight, ship. One measure of success is the number of people who eat here, the margins we create, the reviews that we have. Personally for me, the measure of success is when people come back over and over again. That for me is success. When my children eat here and they’re happy. When my husband Richard eats here every day. Combining family, home and my work is success.’ It’s early evening and the sun is setting on this morning’s menu. What have been her highlights so far today? ‘If I had eaten here I’d have had the Dover sole and broad bean salad. Then gelati for afterwards, then... What’s this?’ she says, noticing something on the menu like a director picking out a rogue member of the chorus line. ‘The pear and grappa sorbet – I need to taste that.’ I feel vague excitement in my stomach in anticipation of raising my blood sugar even higher. ‘You want some?’ she asks, but I suspect the look on my face gives it away. She shouts across the restaurant like a Jewish mother: ‘Danny! Hey, Danny! Danny! What’s this on the menu? Come over here and meet this nice lady and bring us some sorbet and cwoffee.’ You can take the girl out of New York...

She is Goldie Hawn-esque with the manner and look of a Woody Allen heroine be really passionate about your job. If you don’t love it, it’s going to be a problem. Two: you must be able to work in a team. The days of the shouting chef are over – nobody does that anymore. Three: you need qualities like curiosity, energy, ambition and taste. They are not common.’ Considering that her passion for Italian food is so strong, I wonder aloud if she ever attempts to make other types? ‘I don’t have time to become an expert, but when I do go out I love ethnic food. Bibendum Oyster Bar for Saturday lunch, I adore finding little Lebanese places, then Star of India and Zuma for Japanese is divine.” Looking around the restaurant, the staff are extremely engaged in their work. They’ve got tables to erect, people to look after, food to talk about. Nobody is bored. ‘It differs, but on an average day I’ll have nine chefs on, two managers, nine waiters on the floor, two receptionists, four bar staff and two waiters in the pipe room.” For a restaurant that has

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The two Davids (Muniz and Lesniak) behind Chiswick’s beloved Outside Tart have now (sadly for our waistlines) opened Blue Plate, a new ‘soul food joint’ based just next door to the bakery. Bringing the hearty fare of the American deep south and West Coast to London, the menu boasts Cajun favourites such as gumbo and jambalaya, as well as little-known dishes like buttermilk salad plate and Texas brisket. We were so over the New Year health kick anyway. 85 Chiswick High Road, W4; outsidertart.com

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Union Jacks will be getting a slice of Scotland’s favourite festivity with their very own Burns Night celebrations. The evening will include a sumptuous four-course meal (including haggis, of course) plus a glass of English fizz on arrival and port with the cheese course. Make 25 January a regular date in your social calendar. Friday 25 January, £45 per person, 7pm for 7:30pm; unionjacksrestaurants.com

Milan’s Brick Oven has made its way to our shores and their very first UK opening just so happens to be on Chiswick High Road. The guys have been making their trademark oval pizzas since 1997, and the new site boasts a fantastic child’s playroom as well as the latest in technology, with iPads available to all customers. 66 Chiswick High Road, W4

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Treasure Island Helen Baron visits Jade Mountain, where romance and relaxation reach luxurious new heights

Architecture

Jade Mountain is a structural marvel. The brainchild of architect and owner Nick Troubetzkoy, the resort is a triumphant achievement of singular depth, vision and beauty, incorporating the most extensive use of the ‘vanishing edge’ water feature not just in a hotel setting, but anywhere in the world. Housed within a strikingly unusual complex set high in the luscious St. Lucian hills, Jade Mountain overlooks its sister resort, Anse Chastenet, and its stunning combination of organic architecture and breathtaking natural surroundings make it one of (if not the) most romantic destinations on earth. The key to Jade Mountain’s architectural splendour is harmony. With 25 luxury suites (or sanctuaries, as they’re known on-site) on six mountainside levels, another developer might have overwhelmed the teeming tropical rainforest on the hotel’s doorstep. Not Troubetzkoy, who has fashioned a haven that reposes so elegantly within its natural environment, you’d be forgiven for thinking it had always been there.

Twenty of the sanctuaries contain their own infinity pool (discreetly connected by a brilliantly conceived system of channels, basins and troughs) – though ‘contain’ is perhaps the wrong word when each room lacks a fourth wall. The rooms are open to the dazzling blue St Lucian skies, the endless Caribbean Sea and the glittering green rainforest below. It’s a jawdroppingly luxurious feature and an achingly romantic one: imagine waking each day to the warm tropical air and panoramic views of the volcanic Piton peaks rising high above the bay. Tiny, colourful rainforest birds dart into your room, and you can sunbathe unseen on your terrace, comfortable in the knowledge that your personal pool is mere inches away. What’s more, each sanctuary is reached by its own bridge – so the sense of privacy is amazingly complete. The overall impression of the place is of a deliriously upscale Tracey Island, or something from a sixties Bond film, albeit without all that deathdefying adventure. Jade Mountain is a place to escape all stress and feel at one with the world at its most beautiful, and every aspect of its design renders resistance futile. 55

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Rooms

The rooms are a tasteful tribute to Caribbean island life, with all materials sustainably sourced from local islands – including sand and gravel, rose-grey tinted stone and a plethora of gorgeous tropical hardwoods and coral tiles. The pool tiles are made from recycled glass and each room boasts its own unique variety. In addition, there are no televisions, no stereo systems, no electronic ‘distractions’ to tear you from the natural wonder all around. Okay, a wi-fi network is available for those who really need to check their email, but even the bathrooms are designed to maximise your interactions with the hotel’s spectacular setting, with rainfall showers and chromatherapy spa baths perched above the living and sleeping areas, affording you some of the world’s most magical views as you soak.

Service

The staff at Jade Mountain breathe new life into the well-worn idea of ‘service with a smile’. From the team of butlers to cycling instructor Tyson, every member of staff we encountered seemed genuinely proud of the resort, and more than willing to help make our holiday as perfect as possible. Even better, there was over-the-top formality; the atmosphere was as relaxed and convivial as the service was incredible. Special mention must go to assistant manager Peter Jean-Paul, whose care and enthusiasm ensured our stay was never less than sublime. What this means for couples is that Jade Mountain takes care of all the little details, allowing you to concentrate on each other. Each evening while you dine at one of the resort’s several restaurants, the candles dotted around your room are lit and the bed turned down. You re-enter your sanctuary to find the sun-drenched daytime refuge transformed into an intimate tropical hideaway. Down below, the sea rushes in and recedes, lulling you to sleep - only for you to wake and experience everything afresh. 56

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Resort

Below Jade Mountain sits the 600 acre beachfront resort of Anse Chastenet, itself a world-renowned destination. Nestled in an exquisite hillside spot on St Lucia’s west coast, the resort consists of a scattering of French colonial-style bungalows set along the sandy beach. Guests at Jade Mountain can take advantage of all the facilities of Anse Chastenet, from its restaurants and scuba school to its exceptional snorkelling and watersports. We were lucky enough to enjoy the resort’s star attraction during our stay – a private sunset cruise (complete with tropical canapés and champagne) aboard the beautiful sailing yacht Serenity. And while there is plenty of amazing stuff to experience at Jade Mountain and Anse Chastenet – from whale-watching and guided history hikes to town trips and rainforest biking – nothing beats a tranquil hour or two spent gazing across the ocean as the Caribbean sun bids the world goodnight. By the time our cheery captain and his first mate had returned us to the resort, the lights were twinkling all over the mountain. We trod a slow, happy path across the sand, wondering at how easy the staff made it all seem; shaving off the rough edges of life, choreographing our trip so that we had no time to worry about anything. It’s all about learning to let go by embracing life, a delicious paradox that makes a stay at Jade Mountain as memorable as it is romantic – and which ensures the glow remains for a long time after you return home.

Price tag

Nightly rates at Jade Mountain start at US$ 1,275 per Sanctuary. Price is based on two persons sharing a Sky, Star, Moon, Sun or Galaxy Jacuzzi Suite. All rates are subject to 8% tax and 10% service charges. Nightly rates at Anse Chastanet start from US $330 per night in a Standard Room based on two sharing.

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Anyone for tennis? Gemma Billington brushes up on her backhand in the Antiguan sunshine

he small West Indies island of Antigua is an intoxicating kind of beauty. From the moment you step into the stifling heat of its tiny airport and are taken through the lusciously green landscape dotted with a mass of rugged houses of bright, tropical colours, the Caribbean ambiance takes over. Exotic birds, goats, cows and stray dogs dart precariously across the road and curious eyes of fresh fruit street vendors (at the time of my visit there were actually more ripe mangos freshly available than could be harnessed and sold) peer through the car window. Curtain Bluff, situated on the southern coast of the island in St John’s, is a landmark resort not just for its renown and unwavering popularity, but also through its integral status in the community. And the timing of my visit couldn’t have been more poignant, during the hotel’s 50th anniversary celebrations in 2012. Curtain Bluff (named in homage to the ‘bluff ’ landscape on which the resort is built and the curtain shape of the waves that

crash against it) was constructed by pilot Sir Howard Hulford – a grand looking gentleman with colonel style moustache – after he spotted the rugged site from the air in 1962. At this time the local area, Old Road, was a poor and isolated fishing village. Though Howard died five years ago, he is spoken of both fondly and regularly, and his presence is widely felt across the resort. His vivacious widow, Chelle, is a common sight around the hotel on her golf

signed myself up for. The illustrious sporting event initially began life as a professional island-wide tournament in 1975, but now draws a regular crowd of international enthusiasts and some of the biggest names in the sport. Organised by multiple Grand Slam winner Fred Stolle, the week is a mixture of friendly tournaments and tennis clinics and is a unique opportunity for tennis buffs and amateurs alike (of which I am most definitely in the latter category) to be taught by former world number one players. As I was to discover, there’s a reason that participants proudly sport Curtain Bluff Tennis Week t-shirts from previous years; the experience is rather addictive. Throughout the week, tennis participants are split into male and female groups and then separated into more manageable sized teams. During the clinics, the small groups are given a set amount of time in each court to practice a different skill with a different set of pros, before moving on to the next. Despite initially feeling like I had reverted to my gauche schoolgirl days – when sport was not exactly my forté – I quickly got into the swing of things (excuse

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the pun) and it was a massively informative, and, more pertinently, enjoyable experience. It’s a slightly surreal notion to have a former world champion grab my arm and assist my follow-through, and the encouraging and witty comments of Mr Stolle (‘that one’ll bring rain’ – he remarked at one of my many misguided, sky-grazing shots) added a jovial touch of informality. In true Caribbean fashion, the attitude is incredibly relaxed. Participants are equally welcome to stick religiously to the clinic schedule or dip in and out as they so choose. The inevitably competitive nature such a sport imbues is countered with humour and gusto from both participants and teachers (a combination of international pros and Curtain Bluff employees) who all take part in the many dinners, cocktail parties and soirées. They’re also more than happy to give an early morning one-on-one lesson too. The extra curricular activities on tap – cooking classes, trips to Shirley Heights – as well as an impressive menu of inclusive water sports (water-skiing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing) make the temptation to skip a clinic or two awfully high. It’s also essential, if your muscles are feeling the strain of your sporting endeavours, to test the resort’s spa, built only six years ago,

which provides not only a range of luxurious treatments, but is also home to some of the most dramatic views of the area. It’s easy in all-inclusive resorts to experience a sense of separation; the guests are cocooned – separate from the true identity of the country. Curtain Bluff has quite the opposite effect. Old Road would not be the region it is today without the resort and vice-versa. When Howard set up his hotel he didn’t just create a resort, but a charity and a home too, and this is reflected in the tennis week’s history. In Curtain Bluff ’s early years, the local children would take tennis balls that were hit outside, so the hotel invited them in and taught them how to play. This grew organically into the Old Road Fund; a charity that sends local youths to American academies and assists with health and education initiatives. A number of Curtain Bluff tennis pros are former beneficiaries of this scheme. Visitors are informed that there is a no tipping service, but to instead donate money to the fund. This is part of the genuine humility at the heart of Curtain Bluff. Managing Director Robert Sherman (who is more likely to be mistaken for a relaxed tourist in his daily uniform of shorts and t-shirt) is just as likely to

carry your suitcase to your room as any other member of staff. This is not a faux-charitable gesture to appeal to tourists, but is a natural component of the resort. The infectious Caribbean spirit could be blamed for this lack of ostentation; but it’s no doubt largely due to a love of the island, the people and the resort. This is clearly not just a job. Perhaps this explains why a large number of the staff – Robert included – arrived in their early 20s and simply never left. This also explains why boarding the plane at the end of our short, eventful trip, ready to fly back to reality is equally difficult. Until next season. Stay 7 nights pay for 5 at Curtain Bluff, Antigua from £2,525 pp based on 2 adults sharing a Junior Suite on a full board basis, including return economy class flights and private transfers. Book through ITC Classics, 01244 355 527 or visit www.itcclassics.co.uk. 7 nights for the price of 5, save up to £800 per person, valid for travel completed between 18 May - 26 Jul 2013. For details on the tennis events visit www.curtainbluff. com/tennis/events.html. New for 2013 Curtain Bluff are delighted to introduce a brand new Fantasy Tennis Camp with Tracy Austin which takes place from 29th April – 3rd May 2013, and this year’s Antigua Tennis Week runs from 11th – 18th May 2013.

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’m in a brand-new white Jaguar XJ speeding along the Mauritius coastline with the Indian Ocean on one side and a handsome Tic-Tac-proffering driver on the other, but all I can think about is the cold sensation creeping up my back. As ramshackle towns with little more than a beaten-up épicerie or boulangerie give way to fields of sugar cane and vast stretches of forest, I gaze at tree-encrusted pitons rising like shards of green glass in the distance. But I still can’t shake the icicles rising up my spine. ‘What on earth is going on with my seat?’ I finally ask the driver. ‘Climate control’ he says with a chuckle. ‘The leather is injected with a state-of-the-art cooling agent.’ So far, so James Bond. In fact, I am something of a spy today because I’m the first British journalist to see the new St Regis hotel on the southern tip of the island. They certainly chose their location well. Le Morne, a 550-metre mountain and one of Mauritius’ best-loved landmarks, provides a dramatic backdrop to the resort. The surrounding area is a protected nature reserve with strict laws forbidding any new construction. But this didn’t stop the St Regis. Instead of building anew, they flattened an existing hotel and built on top of it matching its floor-plan inch for inch, right down to the little wooden jetty that protrudes from the beach. Accommodation comes in the form of chic thatched cottages arranged in clusters, or ‘villages’, each served by teams of butlers housed in elegant open-fronted wall-papered sitting rooms. A grand plantationstyle manor house lies at the centre of the hotel,

boasting a genteel Victorian colonnade sprinkled with armchairs perfect for an afternoon snooze or for nibbling scones with a pot of Earl Grey. The four restaurants sit shoulder to shoulder along the colonnade, giving the hotel a sociable, buzzy feel, and I can testify that the Spaghetti Bolognese at the beachside Boathouse restaurant is superb. ‘Simply India’ is the place to be though. Michelinstarred chef Atul Kochhar, one of India’s most famous exports, is whipping up a taste tornado in the kitchen with his daring modern dishes. Chicken Tikka pie anyone?

a prestigious cookery competition held each spring at the Constance Belle Mar Plage on the east coast. Esteemed chefs from all corners of the globe battle it out for a clutch of modest silver trophies, but really it’s all about exchanging recipes (and sun-bathing). Angela Hartnett and Bruce Poole of Chez Bruce have both taken part in the past, and this year, bets are on Frances Atkins, one of Britain’s best female Michelin-starred chefs, bringing home a prize. Incidentally, the Belle Mar’s sister hotel, Le Prince Maurice, a little further up the coast, has recently undergone a transformation. With a new Sisley spa, a slate lap pool and an injection of Asian chic to the common areas, it’s looking better than ever. Repeat visitors will be pleased to hear that rooms retain a colonial feel with hard-wood floors, wicker day-beds and marbleheavy bathrooms but new snazzy touches include Mac Minis and slightly lower beds (after complaints they were too high). The rest of the five-star big-name hotels will certainly be standing to attention. After two decades of reign, many are starting to look tired, and if they want to compete with the handsome new St Regis with all its breezy ocean freshness, major refurbishments will be required. It seems that now is the time to embrace a new generation of Mauritian luxury – gelseated Jaguars and all.

‘I gaze at tree-encrusted pitons rising like shards of green glass’ As it happens, Kochhar is not the only VIC (very important chef) on the island. Last year, Shelina Permalloo (winner of MasterChef 2012) launched a Mauritian cookery school at Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, and Tom Aiken is currently packing his Vilebrequins for a sojourn in March. There’s still time to book a master-class with him at the Royal Palm. Food lovers checking into the Four Seasons Anahita get an altogether different treat in the form of keys to a convertible Mini Cooper and a pre-programmed Sat Nav route taking in various tea plantations and rum distilleries, concluding in Port Louis’ China Town. On closer inspection, Mauritius’ ascending culinary standing is in large part thanks to

Leo flew to Mauritius with Air Mauritius and was a guest of Constance Le Prince Maurice. For more information see princemaurice.constancehotels.com, stregismauritius.com and airmauritius.com

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t is the stuff of legends. Christopher Columbus set eyes upon it, Horatio Nelson married on it and a newly divorced Princess Diana escaped to it. Yes, the enchanting island of Nevis is ‘Queen of the Caribees.’ The Antigua of 20 years ago, Nevis stands at just 36 square miles, and with only 10,000 residents, you can drive around it in 40 minutes. Here, vulgarity is out of the window; no hotel chains sprawl far and wide, no tourists are bussed-in daily and no tacky beach equipment strangles its streets. Nelson once said ‘I have always been a quarter of an hour before my time and it has made a man of me.’ The same can be said for this Caribbean pocket. It’s a time warp of bliss. To see that Nevis is hidden away, one need only try to get to it. A plane to Antigua, a mini plane to St Kitts, a half hour road trip to St Kitts Harbour and a jolly boat ride later, you finally arrive at Nevis’ capital, Charlestown. A Nelsonian journey perhaps, but worth the effort. Four miles from Charlestown, past donkeys, coloured houses and crumbled buildings lies the Montpelier Plantation and Beach. Dating back to the 1700s, this boutique hotel was formerly a sugar estate, which did indeed host the wedding of Nelson and Fanny Nisbet in 1787. Now, over 300 years later, the plantation is sailing seamlessly and sensitively into the 21st century. There are 19 rooms (well, cottages really). All individually designed with a running Colonial chic theme, the look is light and spacious and each boasts sumptuous linen, Egyptian cotton and private verandas. Ask for Cottage 15, where Princess Diana stayed soon after her divorce, for it parades the most incredible uninterrupted views. Further down the path is the hotel swimming pool – utterly sublime with ice cold drinks served up on tap. And whilst on the subject of service, if you’re imagining cloned, suited and booted, machine-like staff, forget it. Everyone here is natural, polite and genuinely courteous. And now to the food; a triumph in its vast selection. Mixing French and Caribbean cuisine (think pan-seared snapper and key lime mille-feuille) the Nevis Restaurant 750 is definitely worth a visit. Their philosophy that ‘good food must be accompanied by an equally good bottle of wine’ is demonstrated by the in-house sommelier who provides excellent wine pairings. Best of all, however, is a candlelit dinner in the Mill Privée, the original sugar mill. Completely intact, it’s one of those rare experiences you are unlikely ever to repeat. The hotel is family run – and animal run (there are two gorgeous labradors) – and therein lies the key to its success. You feel at home, relaxed and can spend all day doing nothing or indeed everything. The hotel’s private beach nearby provides fantastic sunbathing on volcanic soil, the sea is warm like a hot bath, and Montpelier will do a delicious private picnic of grilled fish and all kinds of goodies, you only need ask.

‘Best of all is dinner in the 300-yearold sugar mill. It’s an experience you’re unlikely ever to repeat’ Sun, sea and sand aside, there are still lots of adventures to be found. Charlestown provides a Georgian colonial hit, as the childhood home to Alexander Hamilton, one of the founding fathers of the United States. The town sings of dignified elegance, cleverly harmonised by the island’s colourful culture. Hens scratch in the main street whilst market stalls with fantastical-looking fruit, sit happily amongst the ‘OMG Desserts’ shop, the optimistically named ‘Super Foods supermarket’ and the spiritual ironmonger whose shop window is sincerely emblazoned with a bible quote. Yes, God reigns here, gospel style, and so little wonder Charlestown has an impressive array of churches. St James’ Windward, for example, houses one of only five black crucifixes in the world whilst just down the road is St Thomas’, the first Anglican church in the Caribbean, built in 1643. Church is so popular in fact, that there isn’t even a market on Sundays – nobody would go! For more of an adrenalin kick, Nevis Peak is the destination of choice. Up a 3,213ft

potentially active volcano, it’s a hard hike – the most difficult mountain climb in the Caribbean – but unquestionably a visual wonder. Starting in dry humid forest, the area evolves into deep rainforest, which turns into a knee-scraping, rock-climbing, hardcore workout. It’s tough but super fun and at the top, a visitors book can be signed by all intrepid souls who have made it. Enthralling, exciting, entertaining, Nevis is an island of many colours. So ‘splice the mainbrace’ as the Admiral would say, and set sail with immediate haste. For this magical land of hide and seek will not remain undiscovered for long. Harriet Compston travelled to Montpelier Plantation & Beach, St Kitts & Nevis, with Cox & Kings (0845 154 8941; coxandkings. co.uk). A 7-night stay is priced from £1,795 per person including flights with British Airways, return transfers from St Kitts and breakfast daily. All activities can be arranged through the hotel – montpeliernevis.com. 65

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Marilyn Stowe is the senior partner at Stowe Family Law and resident family law expert on ITV’s This Morning. Leading the UK’s largest dedicated family law firm, she has more than 30 years’ experience handling divorce cases and family law proceedings.

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Located in WC1, Stowe Family Law specialises in family law issues and covers a wide range of cases. From divorce to cohabitees’ rights, with dedicated international and children’s teams. The team also offers mediation, arbitration and collaborative approaches and benefits from a specialist in-house forensic accountancy department that tracks down hidden assets and can provide immediate financial advice.

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February 2013

January 2013 SUDBROOK LANE, RICHMOND, TW10

An architecturally exquisite and historically important Grade II* listed detached family home, set in stunning gardens. Dating from the very early eighteenth century, Sudbrook Cottage is a classic example of Queen Anne architecture, with its flat fronted facade and elegant, regimented fenestration.

ÂŁ2,995,000

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Chelsea 020 7589 6677

Kensington 020 7795 4288

Notting Hill 020 7221 4805

Ladbroke Grove 020 7221 0330

Brook Green 020 7603 5181

bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

A magnificent blue plaque, grade II listed Victorian house (405 sq m/4,359 sq ft sq ft approx.), fronting onto Brook Green. 5 bedrooms, dressing room, 3 bathrooms, 3 shower rooms, 4 reception rooms, dining room, 2 kitchens,

A beautifully refurbished, detached, double fronted house (241 sq m/2,604 sq ft approx.) overlooking Turnham Green. 5 double bedrooms, en suite bathroom, shower room, large open plan reception room/dining room, kitchen/breakfast

conservatory, utility room, cellar, balcony, garden, 2 parking spaces.

room, study, garden, secure gated access with off-street parking.

Freehold £4,500,000

EPC Rating C

Freehold £2,500,000

Brook Green office tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating D 020 7603 5181

A remodelled and fully refurbished Victorian terraced house (200 sq m/2,152 sq ft approx). 5 bedrooms, 3 en suite shower rooms, bathroom, shower room, open plan reception/dining room, kitchen/ breakfast room,

A charming end of terrace Victorian cottage (103 sq m/1,109 sq ft approx.) with a part stucco part London brick facade. The house retains some period features and is fitted with a modern kitchen and bathroom. 3 bedrooms, bathroom,

utility room, court yard garden.

reception room /dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, garden.

Freehold £1,849,500

EPC Rating D

Freehold £1,100,000

Brook Green office tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating E 020 7603 5181

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A bright and spacious upper duplex (99 sq m/1,066 sq ft approx.) converted from the top floors of a Victorian terraced house. The property retains period features and is decorated in off white colours throughout, with modern fittings in the kitchen

A well-presented first floor flat (67 sq m/721 sq ft approx.) converted from a Kensington style Victorian terraced house. The flat is formed from the original informal reception rooms of the building and has high ceilings, whilst also retaining the fire place in the

and bathroom. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, demised flat roof.

reception room. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, balcony/terrace.

Share of Freehold £665,000

EPC Rating D

Share of Freehold £590,000

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Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating D 020 7603 5181

A well-presented garden flat (46 sq m/495 sq ft approx.) formed from the lower floor of a modern purpose building block. The open plan kitchen/reception room is positioned to the front of the building and is a bright space, with good ceiling

An attractively presented lower ground floor flat (32 sq m/344 sq ft approx.) converted from an imposing Victorian terraced house. The property benefits from modern fittings in the kitchen and bathroom and a pull down bed in the reception room. A

height. 2 Bedrooms, bathroom, open plan kitchen/reception room, 22ft garden

share of the freehold is currently being negotiated. Studio room, kitchen, bathroom.

Share of Freehold £415,000

EPC Rating D

Leasehold £270,000

Brook Green office tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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Chelsea 020 7589 6677

Kensington 020 7795 4288

Notting Hill 020 7221 4805

Ladbroke Grove 020 7221 0330

Brook Green 020 7603 5181

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Substantial Home An exceptional family home that has been refurbished to a very high standard with plenty of natural light and large private garden. 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (one master en suite), large kitchen/dining room, double reception, laundry room, garden.

Family House A stunning house arranged over three floors with excellent entertaining space on a popular road moments from the park at Parsons Green has become available to rent. 5 bedrooms,3 bathrooms, WC, double reception room, large kitchen/dining room, terrace, garden.

Unfurnished ÂŁ1,750 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk 020 7603 5181

Unfurnished ÂŁ1,450 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk 020 7603 5181 EPC Rating E

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Village Location A beautifully presented large family home that has recently undergone refurbishment. Bolingbroke Road is just a short walk from Shepherds Bush or Hammersmith Broadway. 5 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom/utility room, eaves storage, garden.

Unfurnished ÂŁ1,025 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk 020 7603 5181 EPC Rating E

Period House A well-proportioned family home on a much sought after street in Brook Green. This charming house has the added benefit of a separate annexe with bedroom and shower room. Faroe Road is approximately a 10 minute walk for either Shepherds Bush or Hammersmith Broadway. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, garden, balcony.

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Unfurnished ÂŁ975 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk 020 7603 5181

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Kensington 020 7795 4288

Notting Hill 020 7221 4805

Ladbroke Grove 020 7221 0330

Brook Green 020 7603 5181

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In the Village

Furnished ÂŁ875 per week

Short Let. A wonderfully refurbished semi-detached house on the quiet and Brook Green office picturesque Hofland Road. The nearest stations can be found at either Kensington bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk Olympia and Shepherds Bush. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), large 020 7603 5181 kitchen/dining room, garden, off street parking. EPC Rating C

Ready to Go

Unfurnished ÂŁ520 per week

An extremely smart, newly refurbished garden apartment ideally situated within Brook Green office close walking distance of Shepherds Bush. The property has been refurbished to an exceptionally high standard and benefits from a large reception room and a bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk garden. 2 Bedroom, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), reception room, kitchen, garden. 020 7603 5181 EPC Rating B

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Ideal Location

Furnished £475 per week

A stunning, spacious flat that has been refurbished to the highest specification, the Brook Green office property is in an ideal location being just a short walk from High Street Kensington and bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk Shepherd’s Bush. 2 bedrooms, shower room, reception, kitchen. 020 7603 5181 EPC Rating D

Garden Flat

Unfurnished or Part Furnished £420 per week

A wonderfully refurbished garden flat with very large reception room and the Brook Green office huge added benefit of an off street parking space. Sinclair Road is just a very short walk from the Central Line at Shepherds Bush. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk 020 7603 5181 reception, garden. EPC Rating D

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OWN WORDS PHOTOGRAPHY: RICHARD CLARK

rook Green is quickly becoming the most sought after area to live in West London. Having worked in the area for the past three years, I have discovered a different side to London living. Brook Green has all the charm of a country village yet still offers all the conveniences and amenities one would expect from City living. The eclectic mix of people and their dogs brings vibrancy like no other to the area, and with one of the best French primary schools in London, Jacques Prévert, it naturally attracts a large number of European families keeping the rental market buoyant and demand levels consistently high for family homes. This trend in particular is set to remain as the school and area grow in popularity and reputation. One of the main draws for me is the wonderful sense of community within this small pocket of London. Bective Leslie Marsh enjoys getting involved in the community and sponsors many events and charities. It has been a personal joy of mine to help organise and host various events especially for West London Action for Children, a fantastic local charity for children and families in need. We have hosted many themed evenings from quiz nights to progressive suppers. The support and generosity we receive from the residents is second to none and continues to grow at each event. Summer in this part of town brings out the best in the area and its people: wiling away the summer evenings with a game of tennis on the

Green’s courts, unwinding at one of the many gastro pubs and restaurants, and washing it all down with a glass of red wine at a nearby bar. There really is something for everyone! The favourite part of my day is a stroll across the Green to one of my appointments, bumping into old clients and seeing all the friendly local faces that I regularly see at our events. People are never too busy for a chat en route which makes a refreshing change to many other parts of the capital. The market in the area remains consistently strong. Towards the end of 2012 we saw a slight change in supply and demand as the inevitable flood of properties came onto the market after the Olympics, but I am certain this will right itself within a short period of time. The buy to let market is stronger than ever; it has become almost common place to rent properties for new clients after exchange and have a tenant in place prior to completion, and I see no sign of this stopping. With our neighbouring areas of Holland Park and Kensington being perceived as less value for money, we are reaping the benefits as investors move west for a better yield on their buy to let purchases. It is set to be a good year for the Brook Green Lettings Market. I would like to wish all my clients and the Brook Green residents a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. Bective Leslie Marsh bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk 020 7603 5181

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BRIANNA JOSS, LETTINGS MANAGER AT BECTIVE LESLIE MARSH BROOK GREEN

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KEW An elegant Grade II* Listed semi-detached house of considerable heritage and character, with an elegant interior set over three floors, superbly maintained with fine period details. Approx. 3,453 sq ft. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 receptions, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, garden, double garage. Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ1,995,000

RICHMOND A wonderful three storey terraced cottage which has been refurbished by the current owners. The rear garden is both private and secure. Approx. 1,292 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, front and rear gardens. Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ725,000

RICHMOND 020 8940 6611 richmond@johndwood.co.uk

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5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 receptions, conservatory, terrace, front and rear gardens.

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An extremely elegant flat-fronted four storey semi-detached period house positioned in this prime residential area with good access to Strawberry Hill Station. Boasting flexible accommodation, the ground floor currently set up as a self-contained unit providing the incoming purchaser with a variety of options. Approx. 2,982 sq ft. Energy Rating: E.

TRUSTE

TWICKENHAM

141 Years of Property

72 - 2013

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ1,950,000

RICHMOND 020 8940 6611 richmond@johndwood.co.uk

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BEDFORD ROAD, W4 A Grade II Listed, semi-detached family house located in the heart of the Bedford Park Conservation Area, convenient for Turnham Green Underground station and Chiswick High Road. Approx. 2,868 sq ft. Energy Rating: F. 6 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, 3 reception rooms, conservatory, roof terrace, garden, off-street parking. Freehold Guide Price £3,000,000

HAZLEDENE ROAD, W4 A well presented family house situated in a popular residential road in the Grove Park area of Chiswick, convenient for the River Thames and Chiswick mainline station. Approx. 1,561 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 5 bedrooms, family bathroom, shower room, double reception room, kitchen/dining room, balcony, patio garden. Freehold Guide Price £875,000

CHISWICK 020 8995 9394 chiswick@johndwood.co.uk

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5 bedrooms, bathroom, 3 reception rooms, garden, balcony, garage, off-street parking. Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ1,800,000

CHISWICK 020 8995 9394 chiswick@johndwood.co.uk

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A substantial Grade II Listed corner house, located in the Bedford Park Conservation Area and attributed to the architect E J May, offering tremendous potential and scope to create a wonderful family house. Approx. 2,706 sq ft.

TRUSTE

PRIORY GARDENS, W4

141 Years of Property

72 - 2013

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Merton Road, Chiswick / £1,175,000 020 8994 6567 A beautiful semi-detached three bedroom, two bathroom, period house comprising a large reception room, kitchen/dining room, utility room with WC and a west facing garden. Just off Chiswick High Road and close to the underground. EFC=D

Woodstock Road, Chiswick / £2,816 pcm 020 8994 6567 This ground floor apartment, with an abundance of character and well proportioned rooms, comprises a spacious sitting room with double doors leading to a large rear garden, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. EFC=D

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Bazalgette Court, Hammersmith / £1,100,000 020 8994 6567 An impressive penthouse flat, arranged over two floors, within a converted Victorian pump house, in immaculate condition throughout and close to the River Thames with far reaching views. Two allocated parking spaces. EFC=C

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We have seen a lively start to 2013 and are delighted to be hearing from old clients and to see lots of sales valuations going into the diary. We are pleased that our launch marketing has been noticed, as has the shop on Askew Road. It is human nature to take stock at the start of a new year, though the plan of action is often unclear. We understand this completely and are here to help make those suggestions and provide the advice and guidance required. We have reached a milestone and are delighted to be advertising our first house for sale in this issue. As you’ll see we can cover W4 (Grove Park area) in addition to W12, W14 , W6 and W3! Our boundaries are not fixed or dictated by other offices - so please talk to us and benefit from our launch offer. 020 8811 2929; philipwooller.com

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JOSEPH MURPHY, SALES DIRECTOR AT ORCHARDS OF LONDON GIVES ABSOLUTELY AN INSIGHT INTO HIS WORKING DAY

MOST SATISFYING TRANSACTION I’VE HAD...

The most fabulous moment was when we sold our first property over £1 million. It was a proud moment as the property was on the market with two corporate agents for over three months and we got the asking price within 14 days and exchanged within 28 days. This was a prime example of how proactive our approach is.

MOST INTERESTING PROPERTY I’VE BEEN INVOLVED WITH...

On our books we have an extremely large three bedroom duplex apartment with two roof gardens set in a detached Edwardian building in Grove Park Gardens, which is unheard of as you find the area is peppered with large family homes but it also houses some of the nation’s favourite celebrities. The apartment is on sale for £900,000

and is generating great interest.

MOST UNUSUAL INTERIOR...

We have a house on our books on Milnthorpe Road which had the most amazing interiors and a grand entrance fit for a king. The property was let to a corporate for more than a few thousand pounds per week. It was not so much that the interior was unusual but it was grand and lavish without it being over the top!

I NEVER THOUGH I’D SEE...

Odd Fellow Hold – a church conversion. In the media I have seen unique and unusual buildings being converted into residential homes and this property was certainly an eye opener not to mention eye catching! 020 8995 9797; orchardsoflondon.com

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Grab Oscar the office Spaniel and head to the gardens of Chiswick House for some exercise, thinking time and admiration of those impressive landscaping works recently completed.

THE MOST FABULOUS COCKTAIL IS...

How many Chiswick residents have been to the Gunnersbury Triangle? This six acre wonderland of natural woodland is a haven for wildlife and great for lunchtime respite and retail escape.

Struggling with this in W4 as the Blue Bar at the Berkeley is without doubt the finest cocktail bar in London. Their Yellow Snapper is simply awesome; a fusion of Gin, yellow tomato juice, coriander, lemon, wasabi and ginger.

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Not the most expensive property on our books but nevertheless a wonderful home onElmwood Road, perfect for a relocating family. There are 6 bedrooms and four bathrooms, stylish neutral décor and crisp clean lines throughout . Available now at £1,350 per week.

The first weeks of the year were exceptionally busy. Demand is particularly high for larger houses, with a growing number of local buyers looking to upsize, along with an increase in interest from overseas purchasers. Financial markets started the year on an upbeat note, and Richmond prices remain strong. Investors are continuing to favour bricks and mortar over stocks and bonds. Looking to the Spring, I anticipate the market will remain strong, with high levels of activity across all sectors of the market . 020 8940 1575 featherstoneleigh.co.uk

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Is La Trompette for consistent excellence and an amazing wine list or Le Vacherin where the buttered Monkfish is a sheer delight. Today it`s Le Vacherin - La Trompette is being refurbished!

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You can`t beat Billings & Edmonds. Otherwise Whisk on Devonshire Road is an amazing shop for utensils, pots, pans and so forth and Tribe has a wonderful selection of contemporary rugs.

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PAUL COSGROVE, DIRECTOR OF FINLAY BREWER

Iris Murdoch, the Irish-born British author and philosopher, felt her heart was in London, which she associated with a “holiday feeling” considering herself to be a “terrific London gadabout”. She first moved to the city in 1921 at the age of 2 from Dublin with her mother to join her civil servant father in a small flat in Caithness Road. In 1925, she attended the prestigious Froebel Demonstration School at Colet Gardens, a fifteen minute walk across Brook Green from her home. A wonderful 5/6 bedroom Victorian house on Caithness Road with good living/ entertaining space and a secluded garden. With over 2600 square feet, the house has a state of the art kitchen, a contemporary feel throughout and is flooded with light. With the added benefit of a newly excavated basement providing additional flexible space, it is a must see on this premier residential road just off Brook Green. Priced at £2,300,000. 020 7371 4171; finlaybrewer.co.uk 83

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DOING IT FOR THE KIDS Douglas & Gordon, leading London estate agents, once again took to the streets on one of the coldest days in December for the third annual D&G Charity Day in aid of the children’s charity Kids Company. Over 350 removal boxes were filled across the company’s 19 offices, weighing over 6.5 tonnes, to create Christmas hampers for London’s most vulnerable children. This years master removers Anthony Ward Thomas supported the charity day by providing lorries, removal men and boxes for the day to help transport donations from the D&G offices to the Kids Company Headquarters in Blackfriars. The day was also supported by The Keyholding Co who helped collect donations across their network. As well as food and 750 toys, Douglas & Gordon collected over £10,000 from generous donors within Douglas & Gordon territory. Ivor Dickinson, Managing Director of Douglas & Gordon said: ‘Once again we have been amazed by the generosity of homeowners and businesses within D&G land. In previous years we have collected over 8.5 tonnes, but considering the recession it is no surprise that the total donations weighed in at 6.5 tonnes. We are still astonished by the amount received which will create hampers for thousands of Kids Company families most in need over Christmas. We would like to thank everyone who has generously donated to this worthwhile cause. For further information please contact Ivor Dickinson, Managing Director at Douglas & Gordon, on 020 7963 4600

STRUTT & PARKER AIMS TO RAISE £100,000 FOR GOSH

Strutt & Parker has begun a fundraising initiative in support of Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity, its chosen charity for 2012/2013, with a launch event in Mayfair, London. The property firm will concentrate its fundraising efforts on the charity’s Raising the Roof appeal for the year ahead as it aims to raise £100,000 towards a new centre for neurosciences, in particular a dedicated patient interview room. Property professionals as well as ex Scotland rugby player and Strictly Come Dancing star, Kenny Logan turned out to show their support. Great Ormond Street Hospital is one of the world’s leading children’s hospitals with the broadest range of dedicated children’s healthcare specialists under one roof in the UK. Andy Martin, senior partner at Strutt & Parker said: “We chose Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity because of the incredible work the hospital does to help children from all over the UK for the past 160 years and it is a charity which is close to many of our hearts. Throughout the year we will be holding various events with the aim of raising £100,000 for the Raising the Roof appeal which will ensure the building work on the neuroscience wing can be completed.” Jo Hurl from Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity explained: “The centre will make a serious and lasting difference to children in the UK and abroad who suffer from complex neurological disorders. Once we reach this charity target, the hospital will put Strutt & Parker’s name on a plaque on the wall of the neuroscience wing.” For further information or to donate please contact, Olivia McAlpine on 02073185132 or olivia. mcalpine@struttandparker.com

ROBERT BARR SALES MANAGER KERR & CO RESIDENTIAL

If our prognosis is correct 2013 should be even better than 2012 in terms of the property market. 2012 saw Kerr and Co set numerous price records throughout W12 and W6 and sold more properties than at any stage in our 20 year history. With people being priced out of central London locations we are inundated with cash rich highly motivated buyers. The limited supply of properties place on the market has meant, with this phenomenal demand, prices have continued to increase at a steady rate. It is therefore imperative for buyers to have their finances, solicitors and surveyors in place before looking at properties. 020 8762 0522 robert@kerrandco.com

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75 Goldhawk Road, Shepherd's Bush, London W12 8EH

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Stowe Road

Bulwer Street

W12

A light and spacious one bedroom flat set on the raised ground floor of this grand Victorian building. The flat has been finished to a high standard but retains many original period features with fireplace, shutters, large sash windows and high ceilings throughout. Stowe Road is one of the premier roads in Shepherds Bush

A three double bedroom Victorian house set on a popular residential street within a few minutes walk to Shepherd’s Bush Green and Westfield London with potential to extend in to the loft space and on the ground floor (subject to consent). The house offers two reception rooms which boast high ceilings with many original features.

£325,000 - Share of Freehold

Guide Price £695,000 - Freehold

Galloway Road

Hammersmith Grove

W12

A three bedroom terraced house offering a buyer a blank canvas from which to create their ideal home. The property benefits from two reception rooms and a kitchen on the ground floor with three bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. To the rear there is a 15’ west facing rear garden. There is scope to re-arrange the layout and extend the house into the loft space subject to the usual consents.

An exceptional end of terrace family house offering accommodation over five floors and providing in excess of 3,950 sq ft of living space. The house has been refurbished to exacting standards and comprises two floors of living space, five large double bedrooms (three with ensuite bathrooms), a family bathroom, two cloak rooms, utility room and a delightful rear garden with off street parking.

£530,000 - Freehold

Guide Price £3,000,000 - Freehold

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£465,000 £2,950,000

LETTINGS SALES

An amazinglyGrade light,IIwell triple aspect flat with the added benefitin of balcony private garden. Three bedrooms, luxuryTwo bathroom, A magnificent listedpresented semi-detached house attributed to EJ May and located onea of Bedfordand Park’s premier roads. Comprising; Six bedrooms, 14' reception room, fully integrated fired centralkitchen/breakfast heating, share room, in theLarge freehold, balcony and privatePrivate garden side access. reception rooms, Conservatory, Bespoke kitchen, hand builtgas Mark Wilkinson entrance hall and Landings, 45’with landscaped garden,Ideally situated withinfeatures. close proximity of Chiswick Park tube stationroad and offering the extensive shopping and restaurant facilities onand Chiswick High Road. Host of original Ideally situated in this premier residential close proximity to Turnham Green tube station the extensive restaurant and shopping facilities on Chiswick High Road.

LINDEN PARK GARDENS, W4 GROVE GARDENS, W4

£330 PER WEEK £875,000

newly decorated lower floor garden flat with facing garden. Largeperiod double bedroom with wardrobes, reception room with AAspectacular 1636 sq ft threeground bedroom property occupying theprivate majoritywest of this large semi detached house. Comprising; Master bedroom with dressing woodEnsuite floors,and bathroom with shower over, fitted kitchen, garden.Bathroom, The flat Two is onreception one of Chiswick's best roads, from the shops, room, large South facing roof terrace, Two further bedrooms, rooms, Second 20’located South facing roofmoments terrace, Fully integrated restaurants the High andentrance, 5 minutes Greenlocated station. property isresidential availableroad early September, furnished. kitchen, Utilitycafés room,on Private front Road door and Offfrom streetTurnham parking. Ideally in The this prestigious offering close proximity to Chiswick (main line) Station, local bus routes and vehicular access into central London, Heathrow and the West via the A4/M4.

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LETTINGS SALES POINT WHARF LANE, TW8 NETHERAVON ROAD, W4

£350 PER WEEK £2,500,000

SALES

Beautifully presented two double flooron flat this highly sought road afterclose riverside development. a stunning open plan A rare opportunity to purchase this fullybedroom extended second period house thisinprestigious residential to Chiswick High Road.Boasting Comprising; Five very spacious kitchen room, aTwo river side balcony and a master ensuite bedroom. plan reception room, fully fitted with granite and lightreception double bedrooms, ensuite bathrooms and two further bathrooms withLarge under open floor heating, 32’ Through reception room, kitchen 27’ x 18’ Kitchen/ familywork room Leicht kitchen and which includesviews. induction hob, Quooker boiling space water tap, Variety of ovens and coffee maker, Magnificent 75’ garden, 2 WC’s, Utility room, tops, with fitted wardrobes riverside Underground parking included. Cellar with potential for conversion STP, Banham alarm, New boiler with mega flow, Rewired throughout, Many original features. Close proximity to Stamford Brook/Turnham Green Stations. No chain.

QUEEN ANNES GROVE, BEAUMONT ROAD, W4W4

£430£595,000 PER WEEK

large,built lightenergy and beautifully two double bedroom flat on highly desirable in the heart of Bedford Park, just and minutes AAnewly efficient twopresented bedroom mews house ideally set within thisthis secure exclusive gatedroad development. Comprising; Two bedrooms luxuryfrom Turnham Green underground station. Top floor position ensures beautiful theallocated reception bedrooms. bathroom, 27’ Reception room, Fully integrated kitchen, Cloakroom, Patio garden,views Privatefrom secure off and street parking, Freehold, Energy efficient with solar panels and rainwater recycling, 10 year NHBC guarantee, Close proximity to all amenities, no chain.

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After living and working in the area for 20 years, we are proud to open West London’s newest estate agent, Philip Wooller. We look forward to talking to you.

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DEVONSHIRE GARDENS W4 £1, 8 5 0 , 0 0 0 FREEHOLD • Double fronted 1930’s semi detached ‘Grove Park’ family house • 5 double bedrooms • 4 reception rooms plus study • 2 bathrooms (1 en suite shower room)

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Cloakroom Ample off street parking to front 36 x 50’ wide south facing garden with side access Good storage and excellent scope to extend further 2628 sq ft / 244 SQ M approx. EPC = E

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LETTINGS GROVE COTTAGE, LOWER TEDDINGTON ROAD, HAMPTON WICK,

A large detached period cottage with multi car parking facilities, stables and a sizable garden with direct Thames frontage and private mooring.

DETAILS ÂŁ6,500 pcm / ÂŁ1,500 pw Available Now Furnished

CONTACT Fitz-Gibbon; 020 8892 8921, fitzgibbon.co.uk

his unique family home has stunning landscaped gardens leading down to the River Thames, off street parking for 4 cars a garage and even stables. Electronic oak gates open onto a secluded courtyard insuring total privacy.

This historic property in the quiet Hampton Wick Conservation Area boasts a wealth of character and charm. Comprising a bespoke fitted kitchen with breakfast area, utility room and guest cloakroom, two bright and spacious reception rooms, one with French doors onto the terrace and beautiful gardens leading down to

the River, private mooring and jetty. To the first floor the property comprises a master bedroom with extensive storage and en-suite shower room, three further double bedrooms and a study, family bathroom plus an additional separate shower room. Kingston is a short walk away with both John Lewis and Waitrose easily accessible by boat or car.

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We would like to extend our warmest thanks to everyone who donated so generously once again to the D&G / Kids Company Charity Day. On 6th December we once again closed all our offices and D&G’s 200 employees donned their Kids Co hooded tops to take to the streets from dawn til dusk collecting as many items as possible. At the end of a rewarding, if exhausting, day we collected more than:

– 6.5 tonnes in contributions – 350 full removal boxes

“We are thrilled that this year the Douglas & Gordon staff have collected even more amounts of food, toys and donations. All of these donations will help create even more Christmas hampers for London’s vulnerable children.” Camila Batmanghelidjh, Kids Company www.kidsco.org.uk www.douglasandgordon.com

very kindly donated by Anthony Ward Thomas Removals

– 750 toys – £10,000 in donations

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ÂŁ1,400,000 Freehold Findon Road, W12 An elegant and naturally wide Victorian four bedroom family home within this very popular W12 enclave.

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en-suite), Double reception room, Kitchen, Cloakroom, Garden. EPC=E

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ÂŁ1,250,000 Freehold Godolphin Road, W12 A substantial (in excess of 2,000 sq.ft.) four/five bedroom house, presented in excellent order throughout.

4/5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Double reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Study/bedroom five, 20ft garden. EPC=E

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£1,150,000 Freehold Furber Street, W6 A classic Victorian house on one of Brackenbury Village’s prettiest streets.

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Double reception room, Kitchen, South facing garden, Potential to extend (subject to planning). EPC=E

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

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ÂŁ1,450 per week Unfurnished/part furnished Ravenscourt Road, W6 A wonderful, large end-of-terrace four bedroom family house backing on to Ravenscourt Park, ideally located for the local schools and transport links.

4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, Eat-in kitchen, Study, Utility room, Cloakroom, Patio garden, 3 balconies. EPC=E

Hammersmith Lettings Office 020 8563 4422 hammlets@dng.co.uk

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GUNTERSTONE ROAD, W14 A charming raised ground and lower ground floor flat on a one-way tree-lined street in West Kensington, with high ceilings and a wealth of period features throughout. Approx. 1,300 sq ft. Energy Rating: E. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, balcony, patio, garden. £800,000 Freehold Share 020 8936 3985 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

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WESTVILLE ROAD, W12 A beautifully presented and fully extended Victorian terraced house featuring good built-in storage throughout, a well proportioned reception hall with wooden flooring and a spacious open-plan fitted kitchen/dining room. Energy Rating: D. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/dining area, garden. £775,000 Freehold

020 8936 3985 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

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MOVING IN

NOTHING’S BETTER THAN THE INSIDE SCOOP. LOCAL AGENTS GIVE THEIR RECOMMENDATIONS...

FACT

Andrew Nunn Director T: 020 8995 1500; andrew@ andrewnunnassociatesco.uk Chiswick was London’s first “Garden Suburb”. Developed in the 1890’s, it was designed to attract a particular person, most likely artistic and bohemian, who would appreciate living in harmony. Those who know of its history, consider themselves privileged.

TIME OUT

Derek Fletcher, Associate Director, John D Wood & Co, 020 8995 9394; dfletcher@johndwood.co.uk The girls in the office tell me that the Dove Spa on Turnham Terrace offer everything from massages to manicures. I cant say that I have been, but I would certainly take their word for it and recommend it to anyone looking for a winter pick me up.

STREET

Andrew Dunford Director, Winkworth, 020 8994 7096; ADunford@winkworth. co.uk Devonshire Road plays host to lovely boutiques, restaurants, and a splendid annual street party that’s at the heart of the community.

SHOP

Dean Moriarty, Manager, Faron Sutaria 020 8740 7766; dmoriarty@faronsutaria. co.uk Wether your looking for a gift for that special someone or something beautiful for your home Oliver bonas is the place to be. Bosting a wonderfuly eclectic mix of everything from homewear to Birthday cards.

HANGOUT

Adrian Johnson, Sales Manager, Hamptons, 020 8987 8444; johnsona1@hamptons-int.com Designed by Caruso St John, the Chiswick House Café stands in its loving restored grounds of the house. They serve a wonderful array of sandwiches, soups and modern British cuisine and is a wonderful place to while away a couple of hours admiring the view.

KIDS Brianna Joss, Letting Manager, Brook Green, 020 7603 5181; bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk If your little princess is in the midst of having a birthday, what better than to treat her and her friends to a 1920’s style tea party at Betty Blythe. Great for girls who enjoy playing dress up and all this girly.

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The finest townhouses for the definitive West London lifestyle

Set behind a gated entrance, these strikingly contemporary 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses all feature a large open plan kitchen, family room, double basement garage, roof terrace and private rear garden. The location is ideal for tube links to central London, Heathrow, Westfield and excellent schools, and with a 24 hour concierge, business suite and adjacent Virgin Active gym, this really is West London living at its finest.

Prices from ÂŁ975,000. Call 020 8811 2336. Email sales.napier@berkeleyhomes.co.uk Sales and Marketing Suite & Show Home open 10am - 6pm (Thursdays 10am - 8pm) Bromyard Avenue, Acton, London W3 7XH

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Speldhurst Road, W4

£724 per week

A stunning three bedroom home located on a popular street in the sought after Bedford Park area of Chiswick with beautifully arranged accommodation offering modern living over three storeys.

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Sale, Letting, Survey Valuation of properties in Chiswick

Arlington Gardens, W4 £1,050,000 Located close to Chiswick High

Road is this substantial three storey family home in need of complete

modernisation. Offered for sale with no onward chain the property offers scope for extensive refurbishment and extension subject to the usual planning permissions.

Flanchford Road, W4 £724 per week An outstanding, newly built,

detached coach house with stunning private walled garden opening from the living room.

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Sinclair Road, W14 £1,300,000 This three bedroom property is perfect for further development; this property is set within a beautiful period terrace, located on a popular tree lined road between Brook Green and Holland Park. The apartment currently comprises three bedrooms, large reception room, bathroom and kitchen. The property further benefits from having full planning permission granted to construct an additional floor on the property. Sinclair Road is a short walk from all the amenities of Kensington and Holland Park Avenue, Westfield and Kensington High Street. Local transport links include Shepherds Bush and Olympia EPC = D Hammersmith Office - 020 8563 0123

Cressy Court, W6 £435,000 Leashold An immaculately presented second floor apartment in a popular private purpose built block. This bright and spacious flat has a long hallway separating a large reception room with open plan modern kitchen, two double bedrooms with built in wardrobes and family bathroom. The property also benefits from plenty of storage, a garage and communal gardens. Cressy Court is conveniently located for Ravenscourt Park, Hammersmith Broadway and Shepherds Bush amenities. EPC = D Hammersmith Office - 020 8563 0123

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Willcott Road W3 £875,000 Freehold Chain Free

Set on the Acton/Ealing borders is this recent refurbished and extended period property which will make ideal contemporary family living. The property is a short distance to two tube stations and includes 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, through lounge, kitchen/diner, cellar and west facing garden. EPC = D Acton Office: - 020 8993 6767

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JUST OFF EALING GREEN A SURE FIRE CURE FOR THOSE JANUARY BLUES £935,000 Freehold

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A fabulous chance to treat yourself to this gorgeous fully detached 4 bedroom 2 bathroom Edwardian house in a peaceful spot. Beautifully restored and skilfully extended, it will be top of anyone’s wish list. EPC - F

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A classic 5 bedroom 3 bathroom late Victorian villa in this superb and fashionable spot. Lovingly restored and featuring a landscaped 70’ garden. EPC - F

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MOUNT PARK CONSERVATION AREA BY ROYAL DEMAND A wonderful detached double fronted Victorian residence in Regal Kings Avenue and perfect for your Princess. Ideally placed in this favoured and very quiet tree lined avenue. Beautifully maintained and nicely restored to provide a spacious and elegant family home. Hall, 3 Lofty Receps, 25’ Well Appointed Family Kitchen/Breakfast Room, 6/7 Bedrooms, Modern Bath and Shower Rooms, Huge Convertible Loft Area, Forecourt parking, Walled 80’ Garden, Many valuable original features. EPC - F

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LUXURY NEW DEVELOPMENT AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

“No 1 Marlborough Court” is an exclusive development of 19 bespoke apartments located in the heart of Chiswick moments from the Chiswick Business Park and Gunnersbury tube. The two bedroom, two bathroom apartments are located on the first to fifth floors and range between 835sq ft - 890sq ft. Each unit benefits air conditioning, balconies, under floor heating, built in wardrobes, en suite shower rooms, fitted kitchens with integrated appliances and wooden flooring. Secure underground parking available. Andrew Nunn & Associates 020 8995 1500; andrewnunnassociates.co.uk

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ESMOND ROAD, W4 £575,000 SHARE OF F/H Th is newly renovated two double bedroom top floor flat comprises a good sized reception room with wooden floor, open plan which leasds to a modern fully fitted kitchen with Bosch cooker and hob, a large double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower room, second smaller double bedroom, a modern family bathroom and plenty of loft storage. Located on a tree lined road in desirable Bedford Park, Turnham Green tube station and the shops and restaurants of central Chiswick are all close by. Faron Sutaria, 020 8994 4111; faronsutaria.co.uk

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HAMMERSMITH GROVE, W6, £3,000,000 This wonderful home has been completely refurbished and is beautifully presented with five floors of fantastic accommodation, a private garden and off street parking. This elegant and beautiful Victorian end terrace sits back from the road and has many period features blended with modern design to create a luxurious family home, comprising of five large double bedrooms (three with en suite bathrooms), a family bathroom, two cloak rooms and utility room. Marsh & Parsons, 020 7605 7760; marshandparsons.co.uk

WARWICK ROAD, W5, F/H, £2,600,000 A large and spacious detached Victorian house in a much sought after location just off Ealing Common on a pleasant residential street. Accommodation is configured over three floors and provides superb living space on the ground floor that includes a double living room, a separate sitting room, sun room with glazed roof and a great sized eat-in kitchen. Access to the garden is reached via the garden room and the kitchen. The fi rst floor provides the master bedroom with large en-suite bathroom. There are also two further double bedrooms, both en-suite. The top floor provides a further three bedrooms and bathroom. In addition, there is a good sized cellar that is very useable. Hamptons International, 020 8970 7900; hamptons.co.uk

CAIRN AVENUE, W5, £935,000 F/H A tastefully restored and skillfully extended fully detached edwardian house in this fashionable spot, ideally placed on the sunny south side of this peaceful, tree lined, avenue just off Ealing Green, close to the wide open spaces of Lammas & Walpole Parks. Ealing Broadway Town Centre with the Station beyond. Th is really appealing home has been lovingly restored to provide a sumptuous family home. Sinton Andrews, 020 8566 1990; sintonhomes.com

SPELDHURST ROAD, W4, £724 PW Located in the heart of Bedford Park Conservation Area is this stunning traditional family home that has been redesigned to create a wonderful contemporary property. On the ground floor, the dual aspect living room and the fabulous kitchen breakfast open on to separate secluded patios whilst there is also a utilty area and cloakroom. On the two floors above there are three bedrooms with built in storage solutions and the luxurious family bathroom. Sworn & Co, 020 8995 3077; swornandco.com 111

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Twyford Avenue, Acton, W3

£1,350,000

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£1,999,950

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7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, London,W5 3LD

www.orchardsoflondon.com

171 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London,W4 2DR

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Twyford Avenue, Acton, W3

£1, 270 Per Week

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Waldeck Road, Ealing, W13

£900 Per Week

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Abinger Road, Chiswick, W4

£1,999,999

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THIS SUPERB HOUSE OFFERS OVER 3500 SQ FT OF PRIME FAMILY SPACE AS WELL AS AN EXTENSIVE 65FT GARDEN

his beautiful house has a long list of fantastic benefits including four luxury bathrooms, off street parking, integrated sound systems, air conditioning, underfloor heating and luxury fittings. Located in this prestigious road in the heart of the Grove Park area. This address offers close proximity to a boutique parade of shops along Fauconberg Parade with its restaurants, wine bar, deli, grocer and much more. For walking, exercise or escapism Chiswick House grounds, which has just undergone an £11 million regeneration is on your door step. In the other direction is Strand on the Green, with its riverside

walks, pubs and restaurants. The Riverside, Roko and Chiswick New Pool offer a diverse range of sporting and health facilities along with a nine hole golf course on Dukes Meadows. Transport links are well served by the main line Railway station, bus routes and the extensive arterial road network. The flow and balance of this house has been very carefully designed to maximise usable space and natural light. Bedrooms are served with exquisite bathroom facilities and the three living spaces are extremely adaptable to individual needs. It is rare to see a property that scores a perfect ten but this must come very close!

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St Marys Grove, Chiswick. W4 £2,500,000 Guide; F/H

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Whitman and Co Sales 5-7 Turnham Green Terrace, W4 1RG T: 020 8747 8800 F: 020 8995 7275 E: sales@whitmanandco.com Double Fronted Detached Period House Newly Developed • 2 Reception Rooms Media and Living Room Kitchen Utility • Cellar 6 Bedrooms • 4 Bathrooms Gated Off Street Parking Large Garden • No Chain

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A beautifully presented link detached house with five bedrooms in this highly sought after location in Petersham. The property benefits further from three bathrooms (two en-suite), downstairs WC, substantial modern kitchen, pantry, conservatory, dining room and reception room both with feature fire places, master bedroom with balcony, security alarm, approx. 90 ft. rear garden, off street parking. EPC Rating = E

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St. Margarets, TW1

ÂŁ1,200,000 Freehold

Offered for sale for the first time in over 40 years is this charming five bedroom, 2/3 reception family house in ahighly requested residential road in St Margarets. The property is in need of complete modernisation but offersa blank canvas for any incoming purchaser to create a stunning long term family home. Subject to the usual consents being granted, there is scope to increase the current footprint substantially. The house benefits from a glorious larger than average South facing rear garden, being within walking distance of MarbleHill Park and having all of the amenities of St Margarets Village close by. EPC Rating = E Richmond Office: +44 (0)20 8940 6789 richmond@jackson-stops.co.uk

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Positioned in this prime residential area within easy reach of Strawberry Hill Station is this elegant flat fronted four storey semi-detached period house 2,982 sqft gross internal. The house (circa 1870) has well proportioned accommodation throughout and many of the period features have been retained. John D Wood & Co. 020 8940 6611; johndwood.co.uk

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Once a former game keeper’s lodge built in the early 19th century, the lodge has now been fully refurbished to offer modern contemporary living in a character style property. On the ground floor the property benefits from two reception rooms with cast iron feature fi replaces, a stunning open plan kitchen/diner with exposed beams and vaulted ceilings, a separate utility room with guest w/c, a large master bedroom with vaulted ceilings, access to a luxury family bathroom and stairs leading to a mezzanine office level with breath-taking views over Richmond Park. To the fi rst floor the accommodation extends to include two generously sized double bedrooms with ensuite bath/shower rooms and a smaller double bedroom. Externally there is a large fully maintained garden, courtyard with two small outbuildings and extensive parking accessed via remotely operated gates. Jackson-Stops & Staff, 020 8940 6789 .jackson-stops.co.uk 122

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PRIORY ROAD, £1,603.00 PW Th is beautiful six bedroom Victorian house offers a wealth of original features and has been finished to a very high standard. The property comprises a double reception room with oak floor and two magnificent fi replaces, fabulous conservatory with York tiled floor leading to a modern fitted kitchen with breakfast area and appliances, study, double bedroom with en-suite bathroom, five further double bedrooms arranged over the fi rst and second floors, and two bathrooms. Th is substantial family home is conveniently close to the famous Royal Botanic Gardens Kew as well as a wide selection of State and Independent schools including Gunnersbury International School. Fitz-Gibbon 020 8892 8921; fitzgibbon.co.uk

THE VINEYARD, RICHMOND HILL, £1,295,000 F/H A rare opportunity to acquire an attractive three double bedroom semi-detached period house, in the sought after conservation area of Richmond Hill. Th is property has huge potential and would benefit from modernisation to create a stunning family home. The house boasts a long south easterly facing garden. Th is highly sought after location is within close proximity highly recommended schools and is with in walking distance to all of the amienities that central Richmond has to offer. Antony Roberts, 020 8940 9403; antonyroberts.co.uk

RICHMOND HILL, £2,750,000 One of the more amazing houses to come to the market in central Richmond in a long time. The property has been completely refurbished to an amazing standard and offers stunning entertaining and living space with a tremendous feeling of light and space enhanced by the use of glass at the back of the house. The staircase from the lower ground floor to the ground floor is something to behold coupled with the bi-fold doors which completely open up the back of the house. There are four double bedrooms, three bathrooms including a lavish and opulent master suite with dressing room, three reception rooms with one reception room on the ground floor plus another reception room, an amazing kitchen/open living area leading to a mature partly decked garden area with seating. Featherstone Leigh, 020 8940 1575; @featherstoneleigh.co.uk

THE TERRACE, £950,000 Situated within the heart of a period terrace which provides classic Richmond Hill elevations.This two bedroom luxuriously appointed apartment occupies a first floor position with a wealth of character features. The well proportioned accommodation includes a 26’7 reception room with private balcony, floor to ceiling windows offering views over Richmond, and communal gardens and a share of freehold.Chancellors: 0208 940 2255, chancellors.co.uk 123

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£1,695,000 freehold

A “Godwin” designed ﬁve bedroom semi detached family home with potential to extend (subject to permissions). Only moments from Turnham Green tube station and retaining much of its original character the house beneﬁts off street parking and mature rear garden. EPC = F • Grade II listed • Semi detached • Five bedrooms

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