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Daws Hill Dreaming HP11 ÂŁPOA Show-stopping ultra modern residence Perfect entertaining venue 4200 sq ft of luxurious accommodation.
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Alison Baxter says well-proportioned rooms are a dream to furnish, and these benefit from large windows, natural floorings and a light-enhancing colour scheme. The addition of simple but stylish window dressings and layered, textured soft furnishings could add an extra dimension to the interiors.
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Welcome To Our regional property magazine showcasing some gorgeous and exclusive homes. We enjoy sharing these fantastic homes with you, adding our distinctive, creative style. Our innovative approach to selling and letting property together with our energy, enthusiasm and expertise has resulted in 2 years of rapid growth and a track record of success. Much of our business comes through word of mouth recommendations a testament to the active role we play in achieving great results for our customers. I hope you enjoy browsing the magazine and would be delighted to speak to you about your requirements if you are looking to move.
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Featuring in this issue Daws Hill Dreaming
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West Street Story
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Look back – Move forwards
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Turville Treasures p13-15 Rooms with a View
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Bourne on the River Thames
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Adding Value p22-23 Luxury in Lane End
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Staff pick p26-27
Further afield Sunrise in Stretton
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Commuter country retreat
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in 2016 we sold properties in…
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• Berkshire • Buckinghamshire • Oxfordshire • Gloucestershire
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• Hertfordshire • Staffordshire • Warwickshire
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10th - 21st May 2017
Celebrating
The 50th anniversary of Cookham’s two week long celebration takes place this May with tickets selling quickly for many of the events. The exciting and cultural programme includes: Music, Drama, Art, Comedy, Dance and Exhibitions providing fantastic entertainment for all ages.
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West Street Story SL7 £1,095,000 100 years and 250 yards separated two of Marlow’s most notable residents, their period homes on West Street uncannily close. Today, the former home of Mary Shelley provides exceptional character accommodation with a glorious garden. The Vanilla Pod on West Street was home to the poet T.S.Eliot in 1918 whilst Mary Shelley lived just along the road 100 years before.
“Every moment is a fresh beginning” TS Eliot: The Cocktail Party
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Spacious Historic Central
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Alison Baxter suggests adding an L shaped modular sofa and darker walls whilst removing the window pelmets would give this lovely reception room a contemporary twist, further enhancing the original features such as the beams and the large windows‌.. an on-trend traditional or modern juxtaposition.
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Look Back‌ 2016 was an historic and unusual year. The property market was impacted by several external factors, a significant stamp duty reform produced a Buy-to-Let boom in the first 3 months. The resulting flood of rental property saw rents soften as tenants had greater choice.
The country held its breath as Brexit loomed with the unexpected result dominating the economic and political debate ever since. David Cameron’s resignation led to our first female prime minister in 30 years, surely nothing could Trump that.
...Move Forwards After the initial post Brexit uncertainty, we found the last 3 months of the year to be hugely productive and this has continued into 2017. Various fundamentals are giving buyers confidence that owning property is still the best option – the imbalance of new home building versus the rising population continues
to put pressure on house prices, whilst historically low mortgage rates remain available across the board. Our outlook for the spring and summer is extremely optimistic, supported by huge numbers of buyers registering and multiple offers on properties across the region.
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Turville Treasures RG9 ÂŁ595,000
Epitomising village life with a roaring winter fire, superb summer garden, hearty food and a perpetual supply of Gin.
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Alison Baxter suggests... A beautifully designed modern bathroom that works incredibly well with the rest of the house, thanks to the free standing slipper bath and the sculptured hand basin. The chalky walls in a soft colour further compliment this style, whilst the flooring is a sympathetic 21stcentury equivalent of the flagstones in the reception room. Some perfumed candles, a glass of wine‌. the prefect relaxation spot!
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CHARACTERFUL AUTHENTIC VINTAGE
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Rooms With A View SL7 £895,000
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Bourne On The River Thames SL8 £925,000
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INSPIRING PEACEFUL INVIGORATING
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VALUE Measuring our effectiveness as an estate agent can be difficult, the perception that properties sell themselves, especially in the South East, means it is easy to think all agents are the same and the results come easily. After 17 years in the industry I enjoy the challenge of selling properties when the expected ‘quick sale’ didn’t materialise with the first (or second!) agent. Our unique marketing coupled with relentless enthusiasm and a commitment to get the best results for each of our customers, has been rewarded with fantastic success and a growing reputation for outperforming the competition.
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Luxury in Lane End HP14 ÂŁ699,950
Four floors all superbly appointed surrounded by plentiful green gardens
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Pick Last year we sold some fantastic homes so choosing our favourite was tricky, in the end we decided it was this gorgeous Cookham home. Situated on a private road the three-storey home offered an enviable balance of rural tranquillity and open views whilst being only 500 yards from Cookham Station. The impressive gated driveway and imposing 1920’s styling complemented the characterful, spacious accommodation.
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The owners were thrilled with the sale and commented ‘’Barker Stone provided a service leagues above other agents”.
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The Listed Property Owners Club Grade II Listed Buildings are steeped in history and period features which make them highly appealing. Buying a Listed Building can sometimes be daunting, however, with the right guidance you will be aware of all the potential issues to ensure that owning a Listed home is a fulfilling and rewarding experience. There are particular issues to look out for when buying a listed building; you must apply for listed building consent for “the demolition of a Listed Building or for alteration or extension in any manner which will defect its character�. This consent will be required along with any planning
permission or building control approvals. Applications may be assessed by the English Heritage or in other parts of the UK an equivalent relevant body. Before you make any changes to a Listed Building, I recommend that you enlist the help of a Local Conservation Officer and apply for Listed Building consent for works, in conjunction with planning permission and building control approvals. You may require consent for such works as cleaning brickwork, painting or replacing windows. Owning and living in a listed building can be an amazing
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experience. Indeed, you can make the experience all more rewarding and enjoyable by joining The Listed Property Owners Club where members receive a bi-monthly magazine and up to date news articles and features. At Gordons Solicitors Limited we pride ourselves in offering our clients a bespoke service. We have extensive knowledge in all aspects of property law. Please feel free to contact Kuldip Bhatti, Head of Residential Property on 01628 646588 or email kuldip@gordons-law.co.uk
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Meticulous Idyllic Escape
Alison Baxter says using a pallet of soft colours cleverly on skirting and architraves as well as walls really enhances the feeling of light and space in this beautifully decorated house, whilst never detracting from the amazing original features.
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Sunrise in Stretton GL56 ÂŁ639,950 This quintessential Cotswold home glistens each morning as the sun hits the east facing elevation. Perfectly situated as a gateway to the stunning Gloucestershire countryside just 15 minutes from the M40.
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Imagine leaving London and an hour or so later, arriving home‌ Fast trains to Nuneaton from London Euston take 59 minutes approximately.
SPRAWLING SECLUDED Alison Baxter says...Careful design has really married the old with the new, with a stylish modern kitchen complete with island and matching light well sitting happily alongside original beams and flagstone floors. Carefully integrated contemporary lighting enhances the original features throughout, whilst the herringbone parquet floor in the reception room is right at the top of most interiors wish lists!
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Commuters Country Retreat ÂŁ1.85m This remarkable 24 acre estate offers a range of buildings to complement the amazing 5600sq ft Tudor Farmhouse including; a refurbished 3 bedroom coach house, self contained 1 bedroom annex, stable block and huge 3200 sq ft modern barn.
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