Outdoor space at a premium in London September 12, 2013 Balconies add more value to homes than an extra bedroom, says Melissa York IT SEEMS London is beginning to understand Paris’ love affair with balconies. According to developers they’re more popular than ever, and research by estate agent Chesterton Humberts suggests a London home with raised outdoor space can command up to 15 per cent [...]
Caribbean dream August 29, 2013 Get a tan while you invest: now is the ideal time to snap up that dream property, says Steve Irish SUN, SEA, sand and a sound investment. Too good to be true? Not for business-minded buyers with capital behind them: there has never been a better time to snap up that beach-front idyll. While traditional [...]
Focus on… Winchester: How to win in Winchester August 29, 2013 Winchester is a vibrant, small city with a lot to offer. Open green spaces, historical buildings and an array of independent shops and boutiques add to the quintessentially British feel of the area. It has become an increasingly popular destination for house buyers, with large areas undergoing redevelopment to cater for the rise in demand [...]
10 things you might not have known about… Winchester August 29, 2013 1 The city is host to the largest farmer’s market in the UK, where all produce is sourced from the Hampshire area. The markets are popular and have been known to attract the likes of Rick Stein. 2 Winchester was the former capital of England during Saxon times and was home to King Alfred. A [...]
Private View: On the market in Winchester this week August 29, 2013 98 CHRISTCHURCH ROAD £1.4m Located in the extremely popular St Cross area of Winchester this eight-bedroom semi-detached house is in perfect reach of the vibrant city centre. The property features three bathrooms and four reception rooms including a drawing room, a formal dining room and separate breakfast room. For further information contact 01962 850333 or [...]
London Barometer August 29, 2013 SALES DIRECTOR, DOUGLAS & GORDON The summer is traditionally a quieter time to put a house onto the market as buyers tend to be away or less motivated when their children are on school holidays. However, savvy sellers are benefiting from an 18% increase in buyers registering in July this year, which is the same [...]
How new buyers can live in Zone 2 August 29, 2013 The Greenland Place development near Canada Water could be a boon for first timers, says Kathryn Marsh Greenland Place is the latest contemporary development in SE8. Located next to Greenland Docks and Canada Water, the Barratt London development will consist of 562 units of one, two and three bedrooms. The project will be spread over [...]
Reach new heights July 25, 2013 Growing pressure on open spaces in the capital has created a surge of interest in properties with roof terraces. Naomi Mdudu rounds up the best on the market. Kensington Roof Gardens, Boundary, Soho House: us Londoners are suckers for a rooftop terrace. Great views over the city and a relaxing spot to indulge in a [...]
Elephant & Castle gets a lick of paint July 25, 2013 One The Elephant is the new development at the heart of the area’s regeneration, promising affordable living in Zone 1 One The Elephant is the latest big tower on the London skyline. When complete, the 37-storey building, which is designed by award winning architects Squire and Partners, will offer 254 new homes, from studios through [...]
Focus on: Chiswick July 25, 2013 NEED TO KNOW | AREA INSIGHT DESPITE being known as the a go-to destination for foodies, there’s more to Chiswick than its impressive stable of quality delicatessens, greengrocers and top-notch eateries. The affluent west London suburb is one of the top commuter hotspots due to its close proximity to central London and offers large properties [...]