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JANUARY 2017

NEWYEAR NEWSTART What lies ahead for 2017?

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MOVE FASTER Sell with Knight Frank We pride ourselves on exceptional service and unrivalled market knowledge, with a global network of 417 offices across 58 countries that can showcase your property to the widest possible audience. KnightFrank.co.uk/Battersea

Battersea@knightfrank.com 020 3641 5936

Guide price: £1,100,000

Battersea Bridge Road, SW11 This spacious second and third floor apartment has a wonderful bright reception room with views of the communal gardens. The master bedroom has an en suite shower room. 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen/dining room. EPC: C. Approximately 128.8 sq m (1,386 sq ft) Battersea@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 5936

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Guide price: £1,750,000

The Bridge, Queenstown Road SW8 An excellent property in this very desirable building overlooking Battersea Park. This contemporary flat is well located for the park, Sloane Square and the gate way to Nine Elms. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Study, Reception room, Kitchen, Balcony, Porter/concierge. EPC: B. Approximately 140.9 sq m (1,517 sq ft) Battersea@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3641 5936

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A VERY IMPORTANT DECISION We pride ourselves on exceptional service and unrivalled market knowledge, with a global network of 417 offices across 58 countries that can showcase your property to the widest possible audience. To arrange a free market appraisal, please call us on 020 8022 6116 or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/clapham Guide price: £1,800,000

Voltaire Road, Clapham SW4 An attractive and well presented period home, set back from Clapham High Street on a quiet residential street in Clapham Old Town. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, cellar, roof terrace, garden. EPC: C. Approximately 177 sq m (1,905 sq ft). clapham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6116

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Guide price: £2,200,000

Lillieshall Road, Clapham SW4 An impressive family home with excellent living space located on one of Clapham Old Town's finest roads. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, utility, family room, roof terrace, garden. EPC: D. Approximately 195 sq m (2,099 sq ft). clapham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6116

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EDITOR Jane Stevens, a journalist who has worked for many national and regional magazines, has been a stylist, writer and editor covering a diverse range of subjects including fashion, food, travel, interiors and property. jstevens@londonpropertysouth.co.uk DESIGN & PRODUCTION TypeStart Dan Thompson 01536 418181, southpr@typestart.co.uk www.typestart.co.uk SUBSCRIPTIONS subscriptions@propertyreview.org.uk HEAD OFFICE 23a St Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Street, London SW1A 1HG CONTRIBUTORS Jenny Knight is an award-winning journalist, specialising in property and education. During her long career she has written news and features for nearly every national paper. Duncan Farmer is an experienced journalist specialising in finance, business and property. Duncan writes for a wide range of newspapers including the Daily Telegraph, Sunday Times and Mail on Sunday. See his Finance report.

London Property South is a monthly magazine distributed to AB homes in: Battersea, Wandsworth, Earlsfield, Southfields, Streatham, Clapham, Balham, Tooting, Kennington, Putney, Wimbledon, Coombe Hill, Barnes, Dulwich Village, East/ West Dulwich, Camberwell, Herne Hill, as well as being available from leading South London and Country estate agents. Distribution by Regal. Copyright @ 2015 London Property South. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Materials are accepted on the understanding that no liability is incurred for safe custody. All prices are correct at time of going to press, but are subject to change. London Property South cannot be responsible for unsolicited material.

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42 Almeric Road SW11 – £520 per week

A lovely three bedroom split level garden flat in a Victorian Conversion between the commons. The flat features a bright open plan fitted kitchen/reception, two double bedrooms, one large single bedroom, modern bathroom, a cloakroom, garden and utility room. EPC-C

58 Clapham Common South Side SW4 – £460 per week

A fantastic modern apartment in a sought after development opposite Clapham Common and Clapham South Tube. The flat comprises of a spacious open plan kitchen/reception, two double bedrooms, one en-suite shower room, one bathroom and one parking space. EPC-C

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Bowood Road SW11 – £375 per week

A stunning ground floor garden flat in a Victorian conversion situated on a quiet road off Clapham Common. The flat consists of a spacious open plan kitchen/reception with wooden floors, one double bedroom, one bathroom and a lovely private garden. EPC-D

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What are the financial and legal responsibilities if you rent out a property?

Andrew Chrysanthou, Lettings Manager – Residential Lettings, Cluttons

ou may be a professional buy-to-let landlord, or even an ‘accidental landlord’ who needs to move out of your home to upsize or relocate. Whatever your situation, make sure you’re aware of your legal and financial responsibilities. Landlords have a legal responsibility to ensure their tenant’s health and safety by keeping the property safe, free from health hazards and to provide access to working amenities. As a landlord you must take responsibility for confirming that any amenities provided are in safe working order; this is best accomplished by employing a professional to certify compliance with legal standards. Once checks have been carried out, you will be presented with certificates. The most common of these certificates include a Gas Safety Record, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Portable Appliances Test (PAT) and Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR). In February 2016, the Government introduced new legislation imposing a legal responsibility on landlords to check that any prospective tenants have the ‘right to rent’ in the UK. This requires landlords to meet their tenants in person and check the tenants can provide documentation confirming they are either a British citizen, Swiss national or from an EEA country. If they do not meet this criteria, tenants must prove that they have the right to reside in the UK by providing a valid visa or residence permit for example. Landlords can be faced with fines up to £2,000 per tenant if they house a tenant without valid right to rent documentation. Becoming a landlord also has financial ramifications. Maintaining a property to ensure it continues to meet necessary standards can be expensive. Rent received must be declared as taxable income in addition to any salary or other income and this may result in landlords paying a higher rate of income tax. It is also important for landlords to notify any mortgage provider to ensure they obtain permission to rent the property, which may cause a change in monthly payments.

Battersea 020 7771 7100 Wandsworth 020 8480 4444

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Ask the Expert. Cluttons’ Andrew Chrysanthou looks at the legal responsibilities of being a landlord Home Front. Jenny Knight asks if the Government wants to stop people moving house The Word. Knight Frank’s Sam Sproston expects an exciting new year Heads-up. Innovative ideas to solve the housing shortage and an agent’s double triumph. Word on the Street. What lies ahead for 2017 Breaking the Chain. John Thorogood advises on how to make a move Secret Agent. Petermans’ Melissa Freitas revealed Events – 5 of the best. The shows go on, magical lights and decorative delights Money Matters. Are there surprises to come, wonders Duncan Farmer Ask the Local. KFH’s Jonathan Barry shows us around Dulwich Village

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Exclusively South. Three properties set to impress 48 New Homes. John Nouri of Robert Holmes & Co looks at a market that is going from strength to strength 52 Deluxe Delight. A wow of a new home in Wimbledon 54 Home Compare. Lets do it! Magnificent homes to rent in town, around and in the country 58 South West London. Traditional and modern – five desirable homes 71 Robert Holmes. An Arts and Crafts gem restored, updated and extended 105 South East London. Two fine family homes with style 113 Lettings Lowdown. Bryony Walters reports on good, and not so good, news for landlords

COUNTRY LIFE 118 How to choose your estate agent 118 The right approach to your property search 122 A family home for all reasons in Kent

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129 Last Word. Louise O’Driscoll has the final say

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Has the Government got it in for the London property market? Does it want to stop people moving house, get rid of buyto-let landlords and send rents up, Jenny Knight asks?

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irst there was the massive increase in stamp duty for houses priced at more than one million where the slab over £925,000 is taxed at 10 cent and the bit over £1.5 m taxed at 12 per cent, with second homes buyers hit with an extra three per cent. The result has been a slow down in sales for expensive houses in London and, some claim, an increase in prices for cheaper homes. The 2015 Summer Budget ruled that mortgage tax relief for buy-to-let landlords would be cut, meaning many new landlords would struggle to make a profit. Then came the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement in which letting agents will be banned from charging fees to tenants to cover checking references and preparing agreements. These fees average £202, according to the Association of Residential Letting Agents, who say the ban will backfire if agents shift fees to landlords resulting in higher rents. Charles Weller, of Palace Gate Lettings, says: “This ban is infuriating. We were midway through this consultation about changes in the way fees are charged and then the Government comes out with an outright ban. “There is so much expected of agents and what we have to do on behalf of tenants. So much is going on behind the scenes that our charges are justified – and they are small amounts; we don’t really make any money out of them. “As in any walk of life, there are some agents who charge outrageously, but it is ridiculous to try and ban all of us from charging fees. “Tenants need to be guided and protected through the whole system. If they want to make changes to the terms of the agreement, we have to address that. They need to be urged to get forms back to us – references and agreements, for example. Deposits have to be protected and we have to make sure moneys are paid on time. “If they want to spend an hour measuring up the property before moving in, we don’t charge for that. Inventories are there to protect the tenant and landlord and the cost of preparing and checking them should be split between them.”

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t was a while ago…but for a true fan the once home of Duran Duran’s Andy Taylor (second from right, above) is a substantial piece of memorabilia. It’s a four-bedroom penthouse apartment in a former gothic-style Victorian orphanage in Wandsworth. This was the guitarist’s home back in the band’s heyday of the 1980s – before he sold up and moved to LA. The penthouse, the largest apartment in the building, has a pitched roof and spreads over 3,500sq ft. £1.75m through Marsh & Parsons 020 7228 9292 marsh&parsons.co.uk

HOMES Kingsmere Road A beautiful six-bedroom detached house full of natural light. Set over three floors this is a wonderful family home. And there’s a swimming pool in the landscaped garden.

£2,400,000 Knight Frank 020 8946 0026

Caxton Road An absolutely beautiful, twodouble bedroom period house in the sought-after Poets area of Wimbledon. The house offers stylish, contemporary accommodation and a delightful mature rear garden.

£780,000 KFH 020 3792 4553

Helix Terrace An attractive contemporary town house close to Wimbledon Common. Open plan reception room and five bedrooms, including master suite, dressing room and balcony.

£1,995,000 Robert Holmes & Co 020 8947 9833

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THE WORD

OUTOF TOWNBUY

Sam Sproston, Partner and Office Head at Knight Frank Wandsworth looks to the year ahead with optimism

017! Happy New Year everyone. I expect many of us are now thinking about what to give up in the new year, what hobbies or interests to take up, what to change or where you are going to move to? It looks set to be quite an exciting time and I’m very much looking forward to the year ahead. After celebrating the Wandsworth office’s 10th year last year, we feel we have now cemented ourselves as a successful, long standing advisor around the area. We have done this by, we believe, giving the best advice but also with enormous support from the teams that back us up at HQ. This year we are trying to deliver even more with slicker websites (our global homepage and UK websites have been given an overhaul and we think they now look even better), easier access for clients to our award-winning research and more information for buyers to help understand the market in the area of their search. We recently launched an innovative website called www. mypropertygenius.co.uk and I would encourage you to take a look. Punch in your postcode and it will reveal a host of interesting facts about the area where you live from school catchment areas, the average sales prices and what types of restaurants are closest to you. We have also tried to boost our profile across the part of the market that people assume we don’t operate in. Not many know that 59 per cent of our registered buyers are looking to spend between £500,000 and £1,750,000 and 39 per cent of all that we have sold in the last 12 months has been sub £1,500,000. One of our clients, that we sold for in the Toast Rack, subsequently bought a lovely garden flat through us and is currently negotiating on a rental investment through us at £550,000, too. There have been some fun stories at the top end of the market as well and the highlight must have been the buyer who flew from Brazil to look at two houses backing onto the common, flew back the following day having secured one of them, putting down a non-refundable and closing four weeks later. It goes to show that the buying process can be straightforward if there is a focused buyer, committed vendor and some quality solicitors. It also goes to show that the market is performing so if you have something to sell, we are ready and able to help.

Offers in excess of £1.1 million Foxcote is a unique detached home combining the charm of a period cottage, believed to date back to the 16th century, and a contemporary two-storey new build extension. The oldest part of the house is at the front and features wooden floors and an inglenook fireplace to the sitting room and a snug. An inner hall leads to the modern family room/kitchen/diner. There are two double bedrooms in each part of the house. Located on the edge of the attractive village of Shurlock Row, between Reading and Maidenhead, which boasts two pubs, a garage and a village green with cricket club. Savills Henley 01491 843000

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Bar Douro Arch 35b, Flat Iron Square, London SE1 1TD • 020 3179 9800 info@flatironsquare.co.uk www.flatironsquare.co.uk Where? Just off Union Street, north of Borough Underground Station. What’s it like? Flat Iron Square comprises seven railway arches and Grade II listed building Devonshire House, with seven food vendors, three restaurants, three street food trucks, five bars and a live music and entertainment venue. And the food? Bar Douro draws inspiration from the traditional cerveijarias and tascas of Lisbon and Porto. This rustic restaurant offers a contemporary take on Portuguese cuisine alongside expertly sourced regional wines. It is simply fantastic and Flat Iron Square as a whole is definitely worth a visit.

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Sold in the last 3 months Contact us to arrange a no obligation market appraisal

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Thurleigh Road, Wandsworth SW12 Guide price: £1,795,000

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Winsham Grove, Wandsworth SW11 Guide price: £1,300,000

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SOLD Spencer Road, Wandsworth SW18 Guide price: £3,350,000

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Dorlcote Road, Wandsworth SW18 Guide price: £2,300,000

Englewood Road, Wandsworth SW12 Guide price: £1,625,000

SOLD Endlesham Road, Wandsworth SW12 Guide price: £2,500,000

Baskerville Road, Wandsworth SW18 Guide price: £4,600,000

Lyford Road, Wandsworth SW18 Guide price: £3,275,000

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Ravenslea Road, Wandsworth SW12 Guide price: £995,000

Henderson Road, Wandsworth SW18 Guide price: £2,750,000

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Thurleigh Road, Wandsworth SW12 Guide price: £3,695,000

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Nevis Road, Wandsworth, SW17 Guide price: £1,600,000

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MOVE FASTER Sell with Knight Frank Our understanding of the everchanging market enables us to price your property accurately and as, on average, we have achieved 94% of the guide price on sales in the past 6 months, you can rely on Knight Frank to get you moving. Call us today on 020 8022 1358 to arrange your free market appraisal or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon

Guide price: £2,150,000

Murray Road, Wimbledon Village SW19 A well-presented period house, renovated to a very high standard, on one of the villages most prestigious roads. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, dining room, kitchen, utility room, WC, garden, off street parking. EPC: E. Approximately 168 sq m (1,808 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Guide price: £3,975,000

Marryat Road, Wimbledon SW19 A detached house of great charm and character with planning consent to extend (14/P3552). 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, outdoor swimming pool, garage, garden, off street parking. EPC: E. Approximately 286.8 sq m (3,087 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Tamarind Court, Gainsford Street, SE1 A fantastic penthouse apartment for sale in Shad Thames, SE1 London Bridge Station 0.8 miles, Tower Hill 0.8 miles and Bermondsey station 0.7 miles. A 2 bedroom penthouse apartment located within a sought after converted warehouse in the heart of Shad Thames. This wonderful sixth floor penthouse apartment features a large spacious terrace with a view of The Shard, open plan reception, high ceilings and also features a secure parking space. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 reception room. EPC: D.

Guide price: £1,100,000

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Spice Quay Heights, Shad Thames, SE1 An excellent 1 bedroom apartment for sale in Shad Thames. London Bridge Station 0.7 miles. An excellent 1 bedroom apartment in a popular Shad Thames building. Further benefits include parking, concierge, lift and direct river frontage. Located on the fourth floor with stunning views over Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf and the Thames. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 reception room. EPC:B.

Guide price: £965,000

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LOOKING TO LET? To find out how we can help you please contact us KnightFrank.co.uk/battersea battersealettings@knightfrank.com

020 3551 4456

Guide price: £510 per week

Lawn Lane, Battersea SW11 An attractive two bedroom well-presented converted duplex apartment with double height open plan kitchen and living area, ideal for entertaining and relaxing. EPC: C. Approximately 74 sq m (794 sq ft) battersealettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3551 4456

All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Guide price: £375 per week

Albert Bridge Road, Battersea SW11 A spacious and well-presented one bedroom flat which benefits from an abundance of light, and comprises a very modern kitchen that is open plan to the reception with a separate dining area, bedroom with very good storage and a modern bathroom.EPC: E. Approximately 53sq m (571 sq ft) battersealettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3551 4456

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LOOKING TO LET? We pride ourselves on exceptional service and unrivalled market knowledge, with a global network of 417 offices across 58 countries that can showcase your property to the widest possible audience. If you are considering letting a property this year, please contact us on 020 8022 6119 or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings

Guide price: £1,200 per week

Macaulay Road, Clapham SW4 An outstanding apartment spanning over 2 floors and offering exceptional views throughout. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room/kitchen, balcony, parking. EPC: B. Approximately: 157.49sq m (1,695 sq ft). claphamlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6119

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Guide price: £560 per week

Nelsons Row, Clapham SW4 A light and spacious brand new split level apartment with fantastic entertaining space. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan reception room/kitchen, balcony, parking. EPC C. Approximately 120 sq m (1,292 sq ft). claphamlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6119

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Grand and imposing property. Luxuriously carpeted throughout Matching people and property in London for over 160 years.

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Riggindale Road SW16 £1,975,000 A magnificent six-bedroom family home exceptionally presented throughout, boasting generous living space and a large garden, ideally located moments from Tooting Bec station. Freehold. EPC=C

• Six bedrooms • Approx. 2,620 sqft • Private garden • Off-street parking

Tooting Sales: 020 8033 9035 sales.too@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Tantallon Road SW12 £1,675,000 An immaculately presented period property which still retains original features, four bedrooms and a private garden, situated in the heart of the Nightingale Triangle. Freehold. EPC=C

• Four bedrooms • Three bathrooms • Private garden • Excellent transport links Balham Sales: 020 8033 9039 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Brayburne Avenue SW4 £1,450,000 A stunning double-fronted five bedroom Victorian house presented in exceptional condition throughout, placed on a quiet residential street moments from Clapham Old Town. Freehold. EPC=F

• Five bedrooms • Excellent condition • Patio garden • Close to Clapham Common Clapham Sales: 020 8033 9046 sales.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Denning Mews SW12 ÂŁ1,399,950 A beautifully-presented four-bedroom house with a secluded garden located in the heart of the Nightingale Triangle. Freehold. EPC=C Balham Sales: 020 8033 9039 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk

The Chase SW4 ÂŁ1,250,000 An elegant maisonette with two double bedrooms, a private garden and off-street parking, moments from Clapham Common. EPC=C Clapham Sales: 020 8033 9046 sales.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Salcott Road SW11 ÂŁ1,995 per week A spacious five-bedroom house finished to an impeccable standard with a private garden, close to Northcote Road. EPC=E Battersea Lettings: 020 8033 9041 lets.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

Thirlmere Road SW16 ÂŁ1,250 per week An elegant detached five double bedroom property of large proportions, with a beautiful lawned garden and private garage. EPC=E Tooting Lettings: 020 8033 9035 lets.too@marshandparsons.co.uk

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MANCHURIA ROAD, SW11

HURON ROAD, sw17

Reception room ø kitchen ø dining room ø master bedroom suite ø further 4 bedrooms ø further 3 bathrooms ø 22'ft garden ø cellar ø 188 sq m (2,022 sq ft) ø EPC=E

2 reception rooms ø dining room/kitchen ø maste bedroom suite ø 4/5 further bedrooms ø further family bathroom ø cloakroom ø cellar ø 40ft south-west facing garden ø 231 sq m (2,487 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Guide £1.575 million Freehold

Guide £1.85 million Freehold

Savills Northcote Road clewis@savills.com 020 3428 2222

Savills Clapham mgreen@savills.com 020 8673 4111

ST. JAMES'S DRIVE, SW17

LOXLEY ROAD, sw18

Reception room ø family room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 5 double bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø landscaped garden ø off-street parking ø 295 sq m (3175 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Double reception room ø dining room/kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø 4 further double bedrooms ø further family bathroom ø 3 cloakrooms ø 63ft x 23ft garden ø 203 sq m (2,185 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Guide £2.2 million Freehold

Guide £1.65 million Freehold

Savills Clapham mgreen@savills.com 020 8673 4111

Savills Wandsworth jcolliver@savills.com 020 8877 1222

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SEMI-DETACHED FAMILY HOUSE WITH FANTASTIC ENTERTAINING SPACE nicosia road, sw18 Reception room ø family room ø dining room/kitchen ø master bedroom suite ø 5 further double bedrooms ø further family bathroom ø utility room ø garden ø 260 sq m (2,799 sq ft) ø EPC=E

Guide £2.85 million Freehold

Savills Clapham Sarah Barratt sbarratt@savills.com

020 8877 1222

IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME SET OVER FOUR FLOORS ramsden road, sw12 3 reception rooms ø 5 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø landscaped garden ø between the commons ø 251 sq m (2,705 sq ft) ø EPC=D

Guide £2.35 million Freehold

Savills Clapham Max Green mgreen@savills.com

020 8673 4111

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Marsh & Parsons is pleased to announce the opening of its new office in Brixton. The office, on Coldharbour Lane SW9, will be fully operational from Monday, January 16. Complementing existing Marsh and Parsons branches in Clapham, Balham and Tooting, the new Brixton office represents an integral part of their expansion strategy. It follows the successful launch of new offices in Tooting and Tufnell Park, bringing the overall number of branches to 28. To celebrate the opening, Marsh & Parsons will be offering homeowners in the area a special 0% sales fee until Friday, April 14, 2017. This is a significant discount from the standard 2% commission charged on a sole agency basis (2.5% joint sole; 3% multiple) and will save local customers approximately £11,400 per sale on average.* David Brown, Chief Executive at Marsh & Parsons, comments: “Marsh & Parsons is a highly respected, award-winning estate agency with 28 existing branches across south west and prime central areas of London and we’ve been a key player in London’s property market since 1856. We’re delighted to further strengthen our reputation and presence by opening in Brixton. “Our 0% sales commission campaign is designed to offer property owners a taster of the exceptional customer service and results we’re able to deliver in the hope they’ll tell their friends all about us. Historically, it has been a great way to introduce ourselves to a new neighbourhood and having already been a part of the local property scene for a number years, via our surrounding offices in Clapham, Balham and Tooting, we’re really looking forward to meeting many more buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants when we open our doors in the New Year.” *(The average property value in Brixton is £569,331 – Zoopla, December 2016). Marsh & Parsons Brixton, 400-402 Coldharbour Lane, London SW9 8LF, 020 8846 2320

In a double triumph for Marsh & Parsons, the London firm has been crowned estate agent of the year, while its former boss Peter Rollings was also honoured. The firm, now owned by LSL, was among those celebrating wins at the Estate Agency of the Year awards organised by Estate Agency Events. The judges’ report said it was “an absolute delight” to recognise Marsh & Parsons as the estate agent of the year – the second time it has won the award. It won the title in 2010, making it one of only three agencies to have won the award more than once. Rollings, who stepped down from the business earlier this year and whose successor is David Brown, was Foxtons launched a fundraising recognised for his contribution to the campaign across its UK stores to industry over 30 years. increase awareness of Veterans Aid, a He began his career as a negotiator frontline charity to support ex-servicemen at Lane Fox before moving to and women in crisis. Foxtons where he became The campaign builds on Foxtons existing managing director. He left Foxtons relationship with the charity and has already to buy Marsh & Parsons in 2005, helped transform the lives of four veterans. and after leaving in March this Nic Budden, Foxtons CEO, says: “We year is currently on a ‘gap year’. feel privileged to support the amazing work From left to right: Martin Kemp Veterans Aid does helping veterans in crisis. presenting the award to LizaWe’ve partnered with Veterans Aid over the last Jane Kelly (Sales Director), year recruiting ex-servicemen David Brown (Chief and women, and would Executive) and Patrick encourage other companies Littlemore (Director of to do the same. We hope that Lettings), Athena Hubble our Veterans Aid campaign will (Commercial Director encourage our customers to give Zoopla Property Group) generously this holiday season.”

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DOWNBUT NOTOUT An “innovative” new mortgage product was introduced at the Council of Mortgage Lenders’ annual conference. The Let to Live to loan aims to help older people stay in their own home when it has become too big for them. In essence, they sell it to a housing association which then converts it into flats. The former owner is given one rent free for as long as they live and to pass on when they die. Quite how an elderly homeowner would fare with the stress of builders banging about in their old home is not mentioned, but it could well send them to an early grave. Duncan Farmer

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TESCOTOWERS Tesco hopes to bring 180,000 new flats to London by building homes on top of its stores and by turning some of the biggest supermarkets into mini-villages. Flats could also be built within stores and car park spots offered to tenants. Tesco says it could net them £1.8 billion and help the London housing crisis. Other supermarkets are believed to be discussing similar plans with property developers to build hundreds of flats on top of superstores and sprawling store car parks. According to Alan Stewart, Tesco’s chief financial officer, the sale of Tesco’s so-called “air rights” could generate around £400m. The plans have added appeal because they could provide a solution to Britain’s housing crisis. Tesco has already identified 15 sites, most of which are in London, with another in Oxford. Air rights involve selling the rights to build over retained land on long leaseholds. Typically, flats are built on top of existing buildings. Recent developments have involved flats being constructed off-site, then crane-lifted into place on a building. Compared with other cities worldwide, London is relatively low-rise. But that could change as land is scarce.

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WORD ON THE STREET 2016 WAS A YEAR OF CHANGE – STAMP DUTY, BREXIT, MAY AND TRUMP – WHAT LIES AHEAD FOR THE LONDON PROPERTY MARKET IN 2017

In just six months stamp duty rises caused sales of luxury property to plummet by 80%. New research by property investment firm LCP found that the 3% DARREN BAKER stamp duty surcharge led to a 75% reduction in sales above £10 LAURISTONS million compared with the previous year. leading to a big fall in the Governments tax take. Imposition of stamp duty Experts warn that the fall in the numbers of luxury sales will surcharges, EU referendums and have a trickle down effect, resulting in fewer homes available to political turmoil, both at home middle and lower end buyers. and abroad, do not make for a Naomi Heaton, CEO of LCP comments: “As can be seen particularly straightforward environment in over the last six months, the market appears to have finally which estate agents, investors or homeowners tend to prosper. succumbed to the constant residential tax hits from the However, as we now look back over the course of the year, we Government. know that values have held firm and in fact increased in most “Developers have been particularly affected by the new areas, the economy has remained stable and the outlook for landscape with only nine properties sold above £5m, a 2017 is more positive than many might have expected. Article 50, staggering 83% fall compared with last year. With these the beginning of a new American administration and French and top-end sales typically off-setting the cost of providing German elections are on the agenda for next year, but while the more modest housing and essential cash flow to economy remains robust, supply in the property market reinvest into new development, the Chancellor may remains low and demand is high as interest rates continue well struggle to deliver upon his new affordable to hold at record low levels, we believe that the coming year housing targets as developers begin to face losses.” will be full of opportunity within the London market as people look for a safe place to invest.

ROBERT FRENCH KNIGHT FRANK Following a year in which political twists and turns have dominated the headlines, the local property market in Clapham has actually performed very well in the background. We have seen an increase in numbers across almost every performance indicator, from the number of new applicants registering to buy to the number of properties we have sold. The fundamentals of quality housing stock, sought-after schools, superb transport links and crucially, relative value, will continue to attract people to this wonderful part of the Capital.

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BREAKING THECHAIN Right from the beginning of January, many people’s thoughts begin to turn to moving house, either in the short or long term, says John Thorogood

hether they’re upsizing or downsizing, there’s nothing like the dawn of a New Year (perhaps it’s Christmas with the family) to inspire or force us to consider changing the space we live in. The spike in the numbers of people looking at online property over the Christmas period is testament to this, even if many of those are just fantasising. The timing of your sale is all important and doing your research is vital. Many people planning to move house often choose not to put their own property on the market until they’ve found a suitable property to buy – it feels more comfortable that way and they’re usually made to feel confident that their own home will sell fast anyway. But in our experience (that’s several decades’ worth), we’ve seen very few people succeed at this. Sometimes their house may not sell as fast as they/ we think it will (despite the assurances or all the estate agents) meaning they often lose out on that house of their dreams. But even if your own property does get interest quickly, the other one you are after is often snapped up by someone in a better position (already under offer for example). If you’ve already set your heart on a particular property, it’ll also be very stressful selling under pressure which goes against our efforts to maximise your selling price. Better options may be either of the following and these are particularly true if you’re moving out of London but also hold for upsizing or downsizing locally: 1 Bite the bullet – sell up and commit to renting in your new chosen area initially. Yes, it means moving twice but it negates the problems highlighted above and is something which may help you find your preferred location before committing to a purchase. Or 2 Market your house for sale first – get the buyer in position and then start looking in earnest for a house to purchase (having done groundwork/research on the web in advance). Be clear from the outset to your agent (who in turn should inform all potential buyers up front) that you will not move until you find somewhere yourself – when the local market is short of stock (which it generally is) most buyers are happy to give that a chance and wait for a reasonable time period. This makes you a strong candidate with the agents you’re looking through and they are more likely consider you seriously as a purchaser. If you’d like any more detailed advice or a free valuation of your property to get you started, please follow the link here www.john-thorogood.co.uk/ value or contact Austin Thorogood on 020 7228 7474.

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VICTORIAN HOUSE, FIVE BEDROOMS, SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION CONTACT: DULWICH 020 8875 7999

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ÂŁ900,000

THE PROPERTY A family home in a sought after location in the heart of Nunhead. The property has undergone an extensive programme of modernisation, intuitively redesigned with a perfect balance between period charm and contemporary design to offer an incoming buyer a bespoke finish ideal for modern day living. Accommodation will comprise; large double reception room, downstairs WC and a large and extended open plan kitchen/living area with integrated appliances and bi-folding doors leading out to a landscaped garden. To the first floor, three double bedrooms, one with en-suite and four piece family bathroom. The loft has been converted to create a spacious master-suite with en-suite shower room and an additional double bedroom. Further storage can be found in the cellar along with isolated space for utilities.

THE AREA Within walking distance to Nunhead station (0.2 miles), Queens Road Peckaham (0.3 miles) and Peckahm Rye (0.5 miles) with an abundance of links to the City via the overground and National Rail line. The property is situated within walking distance to Peckham Rye Common with east access to the plethora of independent shops and restaurants of both Nunhead and Lordship Lane. A family orientated area, Lanvanor Road is at the epicentre of a number of outstanding schools such as John Donne Primary School.

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4 BEDROOMS, VICTORIAN FAMILY HOME, HIGHLY DESIRABLE LOCATION CONTACT: EARLSFIELD 020 8971 7070

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£989,950

THE PROPERTY A stylishly presented, four bedroom mid terrace Victorian family home. The property has been superbly extended to the rear creating a contemporary space which accommodates the kitchen plus dining area with double doors to the garden. The loft has also been extended to create a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The accommodation comprises: entrance hall, reception room, bright and spacious kitchen/dining room, four bedrooms with en-suite to the master bedroom, family bathroom and a well maintained garden. The property also benefits from an impressive and useful basement area.

THE AREA The property is situated on one of Earlsfield’s most desirable streets within easy reach of the mainline railway station and Garratt Lane’s selection of shops, restaurants and wine bars. The green open spaces of King George’s Park and Wandsworth Common are also close by.

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ERGONOMICALLY DESIGNED DETACHED HOUSE, 3 DOUBLE BEDROOMS, FOUR OUTSIDE SPACES CONTACT: WANDSWORTH COMMON 020 8672 9077

| www.jacksonsestateagents.com/WandsworthCommon

£1,095,000

A ‘one off’ ergonomically designed, custom built detached house only a few metres from Wandsworth Common. The accommodation is largely open plan with a significant amount of ‘inside, outside’ living with the majority of rooms having large opening doors on to outside space.Beechcroft Road is just over half a mile from Tooting Bec underground station and closer still to Wandsworth Common mainline station. Wandsworth Common and ‘Bellevue Village’ are both close at hand.

BRUDENELL ROAD, SW17

SPACIOUS THROUGHOUT, 3 BEDROOMS, PRIVATE REAR GARDEN CONTACT: TOOTING 020 8767 0522

| www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Tooting

£3,200 PER MONTH

A well presented four double bedroom period house, with an abundance of original features. The property further benefits from a private rear garden. Brudenell Road is ideally located between Tooting Bec , Tooting Broadway and Tooting rail stations and is also very close to the many shops, bars and restaurant Tooting has to offer.

BALHAM 020 8675 6565

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DULWICH 020 8875 7999 TOOTING 020 8767 0522

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SOUTH FACING GARDEN, DESIRABLE LOCATION, GREAT CONDITION CONTACT: BALHAM 020 8675 6565

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THE PROPERTY A beautifully presented Victorian family home with a South facing garden. Located on the desirable Hyde Farm Estate within close proximity of two highly regarded primary schools. Offered to the market in excellent condition throughout, this spacious property offers a lovely double reception room to the front which has; stripped wooden flooring, a large bay window allowing for lots of natural light to flood into the room and ample space for dining and entertaining. To the rear of the property there is a spacious kitchen/breakfast room which has had a side return and extension to the rear leading out to a private South facing garden. The first floor accommodates three double bedrooms and a contemporary family bathroom with a separate shower, and there is a fantastic guest suite to the top floor which is a large double bedroom with a stylish en-suite shower room.

THE AREA Located on Hydethorpe Road in the highly regarded Hyde Farm Estate, this property is well situated for easy access to Balham mainline and underground stations as well as the amenities such as the shops, bars and restaurants local to the area. Telferscot Primary and Henry Cavendish Primary Schools are also within close proximity as are the green open spaces of Tooting Bec Common.

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MANTILLA ROAD, SW17

6 DOUBLE BEDROOMS, THREE BATHROOMS, LAID OVER THREE FLOORS CONTACT: TOOTING 020 8767 0522

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£1,450,000

A substantial six bedroom semi-detached house laid out over three floors with impressive living space and a large garden situated in a superb Tooting Bec location. All six bedrooms are double rooms and are serviced by three bathrooms one of which is en-suite to the master bedroom. Further accommodation :double reception room with has direct access to the kitchen dining room. Mantilla Road is a prime Tooting Bec location close to Tooting Bec Common and Tooting Bec underground station.

ROSEBERY ROAD, SW2

STUNNING, LANDSCAPED PRIVATE GARDEN, QUIET LOCATION CONTACT: CLAPHAM 020 8875 7995

| www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Clapham

£3,358 PER MONTH

A four bedroom period property ideally located on a quiet residential road within easy reach of both Clapham and Brixton. Comprising entrance hall, reception, dining room, modern fitted kitchen, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and landscaped private garden. Located within close proximity of Abbeville Village offering a array of boutique shops. Clapham Common, Clapham High Street and Brixton Village are also very close by.

BALHAM 020 8675 6565

BATTERSEA 020 7924 2255

DULWICH 020 8875 7999 TOOTING 020 8767 0522

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EARLSFIELD 020 8971 7070

WANDSWORTH 020 8875 8899

CLAPHAM COMMON 020 7924 8955

STREATHAM 020 8677 9900

WANDSWORTH COMMON 020 8672 9077

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Georgian townhouse of 1780sq.ft. on secret no-through lane. 3/4 double bedrooms, 1/2 receptions, dressing room/office, high ceilings, large windows, bathroom, en suite, large kitchen, conservatory and breath-taking garden with southerly aspect. Close to wild woodland, trains/London Overground and fantastic schools.

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his very exciting, modern detached house is situated in an almost hidden position, in one of the most favoured roads in Wimbledon village, close to local shops and the common. The unique design and the discreet setting make it ideal for people who like privacy and seclusion. The owners, who have occupied and enjoyed the property for the last 15 years, recently collaborated with TechniQuest Technology Consulting to upgrade the home’s technology infrastructure, and to renew the kitchen and master bathroom. The discreetly embedded technology includes whole-home cat6 ethernet networking and a central rack for voice and data, cabling for meridian audio streaming and audio/ video home entertainment, in-wall docked ipad control, automatic blinds to all first floor rooms and professionally designed interior and exterior lighting. The house, which has four or five bedrooms – currently one is used as a study – is approached via a private drive and entered through full height, opaque, glass doors into a double height reception hall. The versatile, largely open plan, layout with fully glazed bi-fold doors extending across the full width of the living space, gives an unrivalled feeling of light and space and wonderful views of the beautifully designed garden. Retractable doors allow for the hall, kitchen and library office to be closed off from the main reception areas if required and an area to the side of the house with a separate entrance allows for the possibility of self-contained ground floor accommodation for a nanny or housekeeper. The kitchen has units by the German company Hacker, with appliances by Siemens including four ovens with wi-fi control, quartz work surfaces, a central island with seating for six and featuring overhead pendant lighting, integrated ceiling speakers and multiple charging points for smart devices. A stainless steel chimney with a 360° glass-sided pebble fire provides an eye-catching divide between reception areas. Hillside, Wimbledon village, London SW19, poa, Robert Holmes & Co 020 8947 9833

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n immaculately presented five-bedroom Victorian house, located on the sought-after East Putney grid is up for sale with no onward chain. This stunning home has been lovingly refurbished and maintained to a very high standard by the current owners and still retains some beautiful period features. The stained glass front doors open into a spacious entrance hall with an ornate bannister and downstairs cloakroom. The large bay-fronted reception room has an open fireplace and parquet flooring and this leads to a large dining area, perfect for entertaining as it opens to the kitchen/breakfast room, which is complemented by a glass roof that floods the space with light and French doors that lead to a secluded west-facing garden. On the first floor there are two large double bedrooms with ample built-in storage, a modern family bathroom and a separate utility room. There is a also a bedroom which leads to a conservatory room overlooking the garden, making this an ideal area for those working from home or studying. There are two further large double bedrooms on the second floor. The master bedroom boasts a dressing area that leads through to a beautiful en suite shower room. There is also a large loft space for storage. The cellar storage has scope for extra extensions, subject to consents. Both East Putney Station and the Thames Clipper are within 0.4 of a mile. Cromford Road, East Putney, SW18, ÂŁ1,650,000, Lauristons 020 8780 8780

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his is a stunning penthouse with a fantastic open-plan reception room, with high floor-to-ceiling windows and a large terrace, perfect for dining or an evening drink. There are far-reaching views from both the reception room and bedrooms across the panorama of London. The penthouse also benefits from electric blinds in the reception room and comfort cooling. In total there are two bedrooms, the open plan reception room incorporating the kitchen area, large terrace and two bathrooms. Chelsea Bridge Wharf is a stunning set of buildings boarded by the river Thames, Battersea Park and Battersea Power station. It won a national award for design and build quality in 2006 and is close to all the amenities of Chelsea, including shops, restaurants and cafĂŠs. On-site facilities include 24-hour concierge and security and underground parking (at an extra cost). Sloane Square underground station (Circle and District lines, zone 1) is within walking distance. Queenstown Road rail station is also close by for quick links to Waterloo. Howard Building, Chelsea Bridge Wharf, London, SW8, ÂŁ1,650,000, Knight Frank 020 3597 7670

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NEWHOMESUPDATE John Nouri, director of Robert Holmes and Company reflects on a market for new homes that is going from strength to strength

he New Year rings in new beginnings and, for many, the thought of a new home – and, increasingly, a brand new home. In our corner of South West London, the new homes market has gone from strength to strength, in part aided by the steadily improving financial market, but also by the increasing desire of property purchasers to buy contemporary homes with cutting-edge technology and specification. That is not to say that the area is swathed in hoardings. The developments are mainly small-scale or one-off projects delivered by local specialists, maximising the plot of existing family houses or involving the sympathetic redevelopment of commercial premises. As the leading independent residential property agent in Wimbledon, with a very strong new homes and development team, Robert Holmes and Company is pleased to be working on the largest number of new high-end projects in the area, with developers such as Lifestyle Projects, Elling and Co, Coronado, Visu Verum and Berkeley. We are delighted to announce the launch of the latest scheme in Wimbledon Village by Coronado of Putney ‘Rosemary Lodge’ which will comprise seven luxury houses, each 4,500 sq ft, in a quiet residential road just off Ridgway. Construction begins this month and the houses will be available to purchase off-plan in early 2016 (prices from £4.5 million). Meanwhile, we are marketing Greenwood Park in the exclusive Coombe Hill Estate, currently under construction by local luxury design and build company Visu Verum. Just three detached sixbedroom houses in a gated enclave bear the developer’s hallmarks from luxurious master suites with dressing-rooms to bespoke high-spec kitchens, with technologies such as underfloor heating throughout and multi-room AV systems. Nearby Coombe Hill Road is the setting for two new sixbedroom luxury properties (one remaining) from Elling and Co. The traditional exteriors belie modern features including a cinema room, wine cellar, home spa and steam room and fitness facility. A similar property is under construction by the company on Wimbledon Parkside, due for completion this year. We are also delighted to be associated with Berkeley’s Wimbledon Hill Park as the representative agent for this rare larger-scale development of new-build family houses and apartments and conversion apartments, set alongside 19 acres of protected parkland on Copse Hill. Two new phases are now being launched: Cedar Place comprising six new four-bedroom townhouses and Wellington Row which is bringing the 19th century Atkinson Morley building back to life in the form of bespoke one to four bedroom apartments. Montem Square, a luxury new development of just seven homes in Wimbledon Village, More details at www.robertholmes.co.uk priced from £4.75 million. Robert Holmes 020 8947 9833 www.robertholmes.co.uk

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shridge House and Linley House are the two latest, beautifully presented Octagon homes nearing completion in Weybridge Park, offering substantial and flexible accommodation perfect for expanding families. Set over three floors, surrounded by landscaped gardens, the two detached houses are set in the heart of this gated Featherstone Leigh has just launched a stylish new show flat at 100 private estate, on south-easterly facing plots. Each of the Putney Common, a collection of 24 one, two and three-bedroom houses has its own video controlled ornamental gated apartments located on the site of the former Putney Hospital. entry. Overlooking acres of open common land, the Durkan development Both homes have a large driveway and double integral offers the highest quality contemporary interior specifications. Each garage area. The ground floor offers unprecedented apartment comes with its own private terrace or balcony, energy efficient amounts of space for a family home and includes a under-floor heating, sleek fitted kitchens, complete with stylish stone work kitchen, dining room, drawing room and study. The surfaces, and Kartell by Laufen sanitaryware in all bathrooms. 34” x 19’7” open plan kitchen features a grand Philip Tibble, Associate Director at Featherstone Leigh East Sheen says: breakfast bar and family room. Off the kitchen is a “Putney is an extremely popular location with a wide range of buyers, including spacious utility room. families, couples, first-time buyers, down-sizers and investors. The stunning There are lavish master bedrooms with dressing open spaces in this area of South West London are a real draw for buyers, rooms on the first floor, with three further and this development offers an opportunity for buyers to purchase a brand new bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and fitted apartment set in the idyllic Lower Putney Common, which also leads onto the with generous wardrobe space. The second beautiful open park land, Barnes Common.” floor comprises a very large playroom area and With its riverside restaurants and pubs, the green space of Putney Heath and the fifth bedroom and separate bathroom. Putney Common and the local Arts Theatre, Putney is ideal for commuting. Weybridge is near some of the most picturesque countryside in Surrey, with 100 Putney Common, Featherstone Leigh Sheen 020 8876 4567, from £595,000 notable schools and colleges in the area including Notre Dame School, St George’s College and Feltonfleet School. Weybridge train station is 0.4 miles from the estate and the town centre within easy walking distance. Weybridge Park, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13, £3.55m each, Curchods 01932 843322

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Already 60 per cent sold, Carlyle Court is a development of new-build apartments delivering design excellence and a boutique feel, set within the centre of Southfields. Carlyle Court offers a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, all with access to a private landscaped residents’ garden. Many apartments have their own additional private terraces or balconies with views across London and to the City. Carlyle Court, Southfields SW18, from £580,000 to £1,200,000, Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward 0208 222 7200 www.carlylecourt.co.uk

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Setting The Residential Standard Octagon has been setting the standard in residential new build throughout London and the Home Counties since 1980. Our reputation for building magnificent, contemporary styled homes is unrivalled. We have become a leader in our field by specifying the finest materials, fixtures and fittings. Add to this a truly bespoke approach to design and finish, and a customer service that is second to none and it is easy to understand why a home by Octagon is always cherished.

020 8481 7500

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DELUXEDELIGHT T

he perfect site deserves the perfect house, so when Pauline Mansfield found a dull house nestled into a wooded site with views overlooking the world famous All England Tennis Club and Wimbledon Park in the valley below, a stunning new house cried out to be created. The old house was demolished and in its place an extraordinary contemporary house, with six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, staff accommodation and a cinema, gym and games area, has arisen. Court View amounts to more than 8,000 square feet of elegant space and is one of the finest and most iconic newly constructed houses in Wimbledon. Designed by local architect, Andrew Harper, and built by Indigo, an LABC three-time ‘House of the Year’ winner, it has been nominated for the prestigious Times House of the Year and a Royal Institute of British Architects award. Pauline explains: “Having identified a location in a hidden pocket of SW19, I decided to create a visionary structure emanating from my love of contemporary architecture, strongly influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright. Perched on a ridge overlooking the entire valley of Capability Brown’s Wimbledon Park and the iconic All England Lawn Tennis Club, I felt I had to accept the challenge to construct a home that complements these majestic surroundings. “A building should appear to grow easily from its site and be shaped to harmonise with its surroundings if Nature is manifest there. “As a contemporary design, Wright’s influence is apparent in the use of dry stone walling, natural cladding materials, vast swathes of glass that absorb the garden, terraces, a feature staircase and free flowing living spaces. “A new owner is provided with the opportunity to personalise the property with its blank canvas of neutral décor, and the open plan has also allowed me the pleasure of displaying an eclectic art collection acquired over many years of living in Africa and travelling widely.” Dazzling features include luxurious bathrooms equipped with Brazilian rain showers and walk in glass shower enclosures. All the bedrooms have custom fitted wardrobes and large windows oriented towards the garden to maximise views. Entry to the house is via a secluded private cul de sac and up Italian tiled steps leading to magnificent oak front doors. There is a fantastic triple-height entrance hall with elegant lines and majestic proportions, with doors leading to two reception rooms and the vast open plan kitchen, dining and family room. The fully equipped Gaggengau kitchen features a custom-built dining island for six, Caesar stone work surfaces with a Barazza Hob and Falmec extractor and extensive built in cabinets. Floor to ceiling bespoke glazed doors fitted by Bereco, give onto the floating tile terrace and BBQ deck area. The terrace overlooks the landscaped garden, surrounded by mature conifer trees in a protected conservation area, ten minutes from the All England Tennis Club. The ground floor includes space for formal dining, a snooker room or live-in staff. A separate staff entrance leads into a boot room, laundry room, bathroom and office. Stairs descend to the garden level leisure space, occupying the entire floor, while an oak feature staircase ascends from the entrance hall to the first floor where five bedroom suites including the master suite with separate dressing room and bathroom, are found. The second floor, reached by an oak floating staircase, comprises a galleried walkway and further master bedroom suite with separate dressing room and shower room and features a private glass balustrade balcony overlooking Wimbledon Park lake in the valley below. The property is within walking distance of Wimbledon Village and Wimbledon Park tube station. Court View, Lambourne Avenue, Wimbledon, SW19 £6,950,000, Cluttons 020 7223 7574, Robert Holmes & Co 020 8947 9833

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THESMOKE A very spacious family home located on Wimbledon Common and adjacent to The Royal Wimbledon Golf Course in an idyllic setting. It has 5/6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, three reception rooms over three floors. There’s also a stunning garden and ample off-street parking. Robert Holmes & Company 020 8944 9392

Guide price £11,950 pcm

THEBURBS A stunning six bedroom country property set in beautiful maintained grounds and in a peaceful location within walking distance of Westcott village. 37 ft reception room, modern kitchen, dining room, drawing room, study, leisure floor with cinema room, wave pool. Knight Frank Guildford 01483 397912

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THESTICKS September Song was built in 2008 to a very high level of specification and finish. The house, with five bedrooms, is totally unique having been designed by Lewandowski Willcox Architects. A contemporary design, set in landscaped gardens. Barton Wyatt, Wentworth 0134 843000

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Estate Agent Petermans

Position Senior Sales Negotiator Where do you live? Croydon

FIVEO SOU FTHEB TH E EST: VEN TS

Tell us something that would surprise us about you. I can speak fluent Portuguese. Aside from property what’s your most expensive purchase? My first car which was a Vauxhall Corsa. Favourite book, film or album now? The Bodyguard. What did you want to be when you were growing up? I was torn between being a singer or a paramedic. I could always have gone for a singing paramedic! What three things would you take to a desert Island? A plane, book and water. Who would you like to be stuck in a lift with? Ant or Dec – or both. I just love them. What is your most treasured possession? My iPad. What is at the top of your bucket list? To ride an elephant in Thailand.

UNTIL JAN 14

THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE TUES 17 JAN - SAT 21 JAN

What and where was your first London home? My first home was a three bed 1960s’ house in Tulse Hill.

What do you consider your greatest achievement? Being a homeowner already!

YOUNG VIC

Harry Enfield makes his stage debut in this classic Broadway comedy set in Hollywood in 1930. Three New Yorkers head west to cash in on the new talkies by opening an elocution school. Misadventures abound.

Name Melissa Freitas

Favourite open space in London? Brockwell Park is like still being so close to home.

ONCE IN A LIFETIME

What is your guiltiest pleasure? A Galaxy bar.

A delightful smash hit comedy, set in New York in 1922 and based on the award-winning film, starring Michelle Collins (EastEnders, Coronation Street) and Strictly Come Dancing’s Joanne Clifton as the adorable Millie. The musical features spectacular dance routines and great songs.

WALL TO WALL BOWIE HIDEAWAY STREATHAM THUR 19 JAN - SAT 21 JAN

A celebration of one of the great British songwriters and musical icons promises to be a poignant and joyous salute to the life and music of David Bowie. With new arrangements and an imaginative approach, this is a serious musical treat for both Bowie and jazz fans alike.

MAGICAL LANTERN FESTIVAL CHISWICK HOUSE AND GARDENS THUR 19 Jan - SUN FEB 26

The UK’s Chinese Lantern festival floats back to Chiswick House and Garden for a second year‚ this time, with VR, theatre, performances and over 50 light installations. Look out for the giant fire rooster to celebrate the New Year.

THE DECORATIVE ANTIQUES AND TEXTILES FAIR BATTERSEA PARK

TUES 24 JAN - SUN 29 JAN The exhibition brings together a wide range of decorative antiques and 20th century design‚ a mix of formal antiques, collectors’ items, art and accessories from the 20th century to the quirky displayed in room-set fashion.

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MONEYMATTERS

MONEYTIP

Mortgages are more affordable than ever, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML). The CML said the average homeowner spent 17.7 per cent of their monthly income on their mortgage in September, compared with 23.7 per cent eight years ago when interest rates were much higher. It was certainly steady as she goes for September with borrowers getting on with it and securing mortgage deals at rock-bottom rates. The cut in base rate in August further pushed mortgage rates, which were already at historic lows, down further still and with lenders keen to do business before the end of the year, there was a flurry of cheap mortgage products available. However, there is a potential blot on the horizon for borrowers in the form of rising Swap rates which may feed through to higher mortgage rates in the short term. Borrowers who have their eye on a cheap rate should certainly think about securing it while they can – they are so low anyway, it is unlikely to be a move you will regret.

Gareth Lowman, SPF Private Clients

4.6% £970

The average annual rise in UK house prices to October

ITFIGURES

House purchase approvals picked up in September from its 20-month low last month to reach nearly 63,000 approvals, according to the latest figures. As a result, the Bank of England revised up its forecast for approvals from 56,000 to 65,000 after conceding that the housing market is doing better than it expected back in August. House purchase approvals tend to lead property transactions a few months. So given the weakness in approvals in August, transactions in October are likely to be at or around the same level as September, before recovering slightly in November.

The average fee paid by mortgage applicants, up 9% in two years

NUMBERCRUNCHING The average UK house price, which is six times average annual earnings

The interest on Yorkshire building society’s discounted mortgage, the lowest on the market

£205,904 0.98%

CURRENTBESTBUY MORTGAGES

Fixed Rates

Source: SPF Private Clients Lender

Rate

Until

Reversionary Rate

APR

Max. LTV

HLC

Platform

1.19%

1/31/2019

4.49%

4.0%

60%

n/a

Leeds BS

1.19%

12/31/2018

5.44%

4.7%

75%

n/a

3%/2% until 31/12/18. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£1499 Product Fee £199

Natwest

1.45%

1/31/2019

3.75%

3.4%

80%

n/a

2%/1% until 31/01/19. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty.

£995 Product Fee

Max loan £1m. Free valuation & free legals for remortgages

Virgin Money

1.83%

4/1/2022

4.29%

3.4%

65%

n/a

5% until 01/04/22. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty.

£995 Product Fee

Max loan £1m. Free valuation & free legals for remortgages

Coventry

2.39%

12/31/2026

4.49%

3.2%

50%

n/a

5/5/3/3/3/1/1/1/1/1% until 31/12/26. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty.

£999 Product Fee

£125

Mx £1m. Free Valuation. Free Legals for remortgages

ERC

Product Fee

2%/1% until 31/12/2018. £1000 overpayment p.c.m £1499 Product Fee

Exit Fee

Notes

£74

Max loan £1.5m. Free Valuation. Free Legals for remortgages Mx £500k

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WHAT’SAHEADIN2017? Are there surprises to come, asks Duncan Farmer

ooking back over 2016 it was a year of surprises: Britain voted to leave the EU, Donald Trump won the US presidential election and Leicester City won the premier league. The one certainty throughout the year of shocks was that property prices carried on rising and the economy – with the exception of the pound – appeared to take all the excitement in its stride. Interest rates even came down, although Theresa May did say that she felt that was unnecessary. Looking ahead to 2017, many analysts experts are predicting more of the same and a rise in interest rates still appears a distant worry. Unemployment has been falling and while inflation has risen it has not yet passed the Bank of England’s target of 2 per cent. Wages are also rising, which means that anyone with a job is seeing their income rise at a time when their mortgage payments are at worst stable and at best coming down. Some analysts suggest that the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee may even drop rates again to zero, but the one fly in the ointment is Trump’s presidential election victory. Apart from his pledges to build a wall on the Mexican border (even though it already has a big fence) and to see Hillary Clinton imprisoned (he’s since rowed back on that), the one pledge he appears to be sticking to is a multibillion dollar spending plan on infrastructure. That, say some experts, could lead to much higher inflation in the US and that could easily spread to these shores. If that were happen to an increase in UK interest rates is likely to follow. One problem that neither Brexit nor Donald Trump can resolve is the shortage of UK property, which the Council of Mortgage Lenders says is the biggest driver of prices. “The problem is that demand (from buyers) is still not being met with a supply response (from sellers). New instructions to sell have fallen, or been relatively flat for more than three years now. This has led to the average number of properties per surveyor falling to its lowest level for nearly 40 years,” it said. If that trend continues prices can go only one way.

A beautiful home needs a beautiful mortgage Whether you are buying your ﬁrst home, next home or need to remortgage, look no further than SPF Private Clients for specialist mortgage advice. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. There will be a fee for mortgage advice. The precise amount will depend upon your circumstances and loan amount. We estimate that the fee will be 0.67% of the amount borrowed.

Call SPF Private Clients on:

0870 900 7762 for more information

MAKINGAMOVE

t used to be the case that first-time buyers made up a third of the mortgage market, but that figure has risen dramatically to a half. While first-time buyers have been supported by various Government schemes, the real weakness is coming from second steppers and other home movers, whose activity has continued to be subdued since the financial crisis. Factors limiting activity include uncertainty surrounding the economy, affordability pressures and mortgage rules announced in 2014, which are being reviewed. The results of the review are expected shortly, but while a change in the rules may help to a certain extent the real pressure is a lack of supply of suitable properties.

spf.co.uk SPF Private Clients Limited (SPF) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The FCA does not regulate some forms of buy-to-let, overseas or commercial mortgages. SPF Private Clients, 25 Finsbury Circus, London EC2M 7EE.

Variable Rates Lender

Rate

Until

Rev. Rate

APR

Max. LTV

HLC

ERC

Product Fee

Exit Fee

Notes

TSB Bank

1.19%

Tracker over base until 28/02/19

3.74%

3.4%

60%

n/a

3% / 1% until 28/02/19. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£995 Product Fee

£265

Purchase Only. Mx £1m

TSB Bank

1.29%

Tracker over base until 28/02/19

3.74%

3.7%

75%

n/a

3% / 1% until 28/02/19. 10% overpayments p.a. without penalty

£995 Product Fee

£265

Mx £1m. Purchase Only

Nationwide

1.64%

Tracker over base for 24 months

3.74%

3.6%

85%

n/a

None

£999 Product Fee

£65

Mx £500k. Free Valuation. Free Legals for remortgages

HSBC Bank

1.74%

Variable rate for term

n/a

1.8%

60%

n/a

None

£99 Booking Fee £900 Product Fee

£125

Mx £5m. Free Legals for remortgages

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COMMONVIEWS

URBANIDYLL

A perfectly sited five-bedroom house in an idyllic part of south west London. It is surrounded by green open space, with Putney Heath, Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park all within walking distance. The location offers easy access to the This is an impressive Victorian family home of superb proportions, recently many shops, restaurants, gastropubs and transport refurbished to the highest of standards. The six-bedroom house is positioned in a links of Roehampton, Putney, Barnes and Wimbledon, commanding position opposite Clapham Common with spectacular views. and is also ideally situated for commuting to excellent The house is set back from the road with high ceilings and an immaculate local schools. finish. To the front there is a double reception room with a full height bay window The house has four bathrooms, two en suite, underfloor giving beautiful views over the common. heating, off-street parking, a 45ft west-facing garden, The kitchen is to the rear and fitted with ample storage and high-end a utility room, reception rooms and a luscious kitchen/ appliances. French doors open out onto a private patio garden with additional breakfast room. access through a side gate. The terraced house has been built to an exceptionally high Upstairs there is another double reception room with a bay window and specification by a renowned local developer, GM London Ltd. a balcony flooding the room with light. A guest toilet and the first large The front exterior is sensitively designed to blend with the double bedroom with en suite are also situated on this level. Another handsome early 20th century architecture of this conservation three generous double bedrooms, all with en suites are positioned over area. the next floors. Of particular note is the large master bedroom suite with beautifully Two more double bedrooms both with en suites are on the lower fitted wardrobes, dressing area and luxury en-suite bathroom which ground level along with a pre-wired media room and wine cellar. benefits from under-floor heating, porcelain tiles, back-lit heated mirrors with LED lighting, bespoke hand-built storage units, marble Clapham Common North Side, Clapham, London, SW4, £3,950,000, vanity tops and an under-slung bath with marble surround. Knight Frank 020 3667 6750 Dover Park Drive, Putney. SW15, £1,750,000, Warren 020 8870 1100

THEHIGHLIFE An exceptional and enchanting two double bedroom loft-style apartment in the renowned Royal Victoria Patriotic Building. Located on the first and second floors, the flat provides exceptional dual-aspect living space with vaulted ceilings, accommodating a dramatic mezzanine level of 21’4 x 20’10 which overlooks and leads down to the open plan kitchen/dining room creating seamless entertaining space. The RVBP is a Grade II building which was built in 1859, in a “gothic” style combining Scottish Baronial and French Châteauesque. Arguably it is one of London’s most unique residential buildings and since its refurbishment in the 1980s, houses a variety of small businesses, the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts as well as its highly regarded in-house bar and restaurant ‘Le Gothique’. The Royal Victoria Patriotic Building stands in the heart of Wandsworth Common giving easy access to acres of green open space, with tennis courts and a cricket pitch. Transport links are provided by both Clapham Junction and Wandsworth Common stations. In total the flat has two double bedrooms, a shower room, kitchen/dining room, mezzanine reception room, and use of the communal grounds and an allocated parking space. The Royal Victoria Patriotic Building, Wandsworth, SW18, £850,000, John D Wood 020 8871 3033

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Balham Balham 020 020 8772 8772 9373 9373 balham@lauristons.com balham@lauristons.com

Battersea Battersea 020 020 7978 7978 5800 5800 battersea@lauristons.com battersea@lauristons.com

Kennington Kennington 020 020 7385 7385 2296 2296 kennington@lauristons.com kennington@lauristons.com

Land Land 020 020 8943 8943 2211 2211 land@lauristons.com land@lauristons.com

New New Homes Homes 020 020 8879 8879 9099 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com newhomes@lauristons.com

Putney Putney 020 020 8780 8780 8780 8780 putney@lauristons.com putney@lauristons.com

Wandsworth Wandsworth 020 020 8417 8417 8054 8054 wandsworth@lauristons.com wandsworth@lauristons.com

Wimbledon Wimbledon 020 020 8946 8946 9468 9468 wimbledon@lauristons.com wimbledon@lauristons.com

Brewhouse Lane, Putney SW15

ÂŁ825,000 Leasehold

This beautifully presented two bedroom apartment is situated on the sixth floor of the iconic Putney Wharf Tower and offers stunning river views. With the benefit of the favoured West facing aspect, the next owner will be able to enjoy the sunset as well as having a fantastic view of the start of the annual boat race. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, spacious reception room with open plan kitchen and direct access to the balcony, master bedroom with en suite shower room and built in wardrobes, further double bedroom and modern bathroom. The property has a secure underground parking space and further benefits include a 24 hour concierge service and residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; gym. EPC EER C.

Putney Sales: 020 8780 8780

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Balham Balham 020 0208772 87729373 9373 balham@lauristons.com balham@lauristons.com

Battersea Battersea 020 0207978 79785800 5800 battersea@lauristons.com battersea@lauristons.com

Kennington Kennington 020 0207385 73852296 2296 kennington@lauristons.com kennington@lauristons.com

Land Land 020 0208943 89432211 2211 land@lauristons.com land@lauristons.com

New NewHomes Homes 020 0208879 88799099 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com newhomes@lauristons.com

Putney Putney 020 0208780 87808780 8780 putney@lauristons.com putney@lauristons.com

Wandsworth Wandsworth 020 0208417 84178054 8054 wandsworth@lauristons.com wandsworth@lauristons.com

Wimbledon Wimbledon 020 0208946 89469468 9468 wimbledon@lauristons.com wimbledon@lauristons.com

Woodside, Wimbledon SW19

£550,000 Leasehold

A great opportunity to purchase a superb 2 double bedroom maisonette in one of the area’s most sought after locations. This spacious first floor property provides over 900 sq ft of accommodation, an abundance of natural light plus a terrace and a balcony. In addition there is potential to convert the loft space (STPP). The property is offered with no onward chain. Woodside is a sought after residential location situated less than 400 metres from Wimbledon centre where an array of bars, shops and restaurants are available. Transport links are excellent with Wimbledon Station (Mainline & District line) situated within the immediate vicinity. The property falls within the catchment for Bishop Gilpin Primary School which is rated as “Outstanding” by Ofsted. EPC EER C. Wimbledon Sales: 020 8946 9468

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Cobalt Place, Battersea SW11

ÂŁ650,000 Leasehold

A stunning new 2 bedroom ground floor apartment built to the highest sustainability standards by internationally renowned developers Lendlease with high quality finishing and specification including composite stone kitchen worktops, integrated appliances and handle-less units, designer bathroom with large format floor tiling and a mix of engineered wood and carpets to the living areas and bedrooms. The apartment also features an en-suite shower room to the master bedroom and a private side and rear garden. Cobalt Place is a short walk from the restaurants and bars of Battersea Square and is situated close to Battersea Park, the Thames and within walking distance of Clapham Junction Station. EPC EER B. Battersea Sales: 020 7978 5800

Linwood Close, Camberwell SE5

ÂŁ350,000 Share of Freehold

This purpose built 1 bedroom second floor apartment is conveniently located only a short stroll to Peckham rye and Denmark hill stations. Camberwell shopping centre is close by offering a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants and the south London art gallery. The property itself offers superb accommodation from its open plan lounge/diner with a large bay window letting light flood into the room, an archway leads to a modern fitted kitchen and a good size bedroom, finally you have a modern bathroom suite. Outside there are well maintained communal gardens and allocated parking. All this and also the benefit of share of freehold and a quiet cul-de-sac location. EPC EER F. Kennington Sales: 020 7385 2296

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