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CONTENTS July 2022

THE WISHLIST July exhibitions, music, theatre and restaurant openings

LIVE WELL LONDON Health, beauty

FIRST LONDON HOME Antiques

WIMBLEDON STYLE Everything you

SUMMER ART Masterpiece returns

COUNTRY & TOWN SPECIAL

and wellbeing tips, plus product picks Roadshow expert Ronnie Archer-Morgan

this month to wow the cultured crowd

Alexandra Goss looks at country-hotel chic’s impact on interiors trends, from kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms

MANORS PLEASE Stunning homes

CITY SANCTUARY Tony Woods from

for sale in the countryside the Garden Club London shares his tips for all-year-round outdoor space

FARM TO FORK The rural hotels

TOP OF THE CLASS With rolling

offering locally-sourced menus acres and magnificent architecture, here are 10 awe-inspiring schools

ALL ABOARD Ruth Bloomfield

VILLAGE LONDON In our new-look

PROPERTY NEWS Zoe Dare Hall on

need for a day at Centre Court in SW19

points out the highlights along the Elizabeth Line, from retail to real estate area guide, Ruth Bloomfield gets the locals’ lowdown on Belgravia

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the scramble for summer short lets

ANNE ASHWORTH Take time out to enjoy the wealth of city street art

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A Knightsbridge townhouse that’s perfect for summer entertaining

ON THE COVER A tranquil Mayfair roof terrace garden, designed by Maïtanne Hunt, perfect for soaking up the summer sun

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C U L R O S S H O U S E M AY FA I R W 1 A S P E C TA C U L A R P R OJ E C T B Y K 1 0 W I T H B E S P O K E I N T E R I O R S Culross House presents an immaculate family home with state-of-the-art health and fitness facilities including an indoor swimming pool, treatment room, sauna and gym. The luxury home also offers lift access throughout, an entertainment room with a projector and bar, and a private south-facing garden. 6 Bedrooms • 6 Bathrooms I N D O O R S W I M M I N G P O O L | L I F T A C C E S S | P R I VAT E G A R D E N

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uly is the month when London comes out to play. There’s open-air theatre, summer art exhibitions to browse, and outdoor tables to book for lazy lunches. After a two-year absence, Masterpiece returns to wow the crowds with the fi nest art and antiques. If street art is more to your taste, Anne Ashworth checks out the best spots to admire for free. We explore a host of new openings, from bars to bakeries, along the Elizabeth Line, and in our new area guide, Village London, we get the low-down on Belgravia from local experts. If you prefer to relax in your London garden, Tony Woods, from the Garden Club London, offers his tips for a stunning but easy-tomaintain outdoor space. Finally, in our town and country special focus, we fi nd interiors inspiration from the UK’s most beautiful rural hotels.

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WHAT'S ON

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AMALFI STYLE Fiume's summer terrace brings the dolce vita to Battersea. In partnership with

Ortigia Sicily and Malfy Gins, diners can enjoy bespoke gin cocktails and dishes from Francesco Mazzei – inspired by Ortigia's fragrances – at its Thames-side location. The menu pays homage to southern Italian cuisine with light sharing dishes. Until 31 August. fiume-restaurant.co.uk

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THE WISHLIST EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS Dawn Ng: Into Air An atmosphere exhibition by Singaporean multidsciplinary artist Dawn Ng marks her first solo show in London. In heritage church St Cyprian's, Marylebone, Ng's work explores time using the ultimate ephemeral object: ice (left). 7-23 July sullivanstrumpf.com

Cloud Twelve London's leading family wellness club has launched a Kids Summer Club membership, both daily and month. Within a stimulating magical forest plaground, the youngest family members will experience an immersive art and wellness-led curriculum. Until 31 August (may be extended) cloudtwelve.co.uk

Africa Fashion

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Journey from mid-20th century Africa to the contemporary through music, textiles and the visuals arts. The Victoria & Albert Museum will explore the dynamism and global impact of the continent's fashion. Opening 2 July vam.ac.uk

This year’s theme, Music & Dance, partners with Cromwell Place and the Philharmonia Orchestra, presenting a series of chamber concerts, held on 3 and 6 July. Highlights include Ben Elwes Fine Art exhibition, Mozart and Beethoven: Portraits and Personality. While at Mayfair gallery Didier Aaron, works by the French artist Henri Gervex, (right) are on show. 3-8 July londonartweek.co.uk

Masterpiece An unmissable chance to view exceptional works of art, design, furniture and jewellery, all on display at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. (For full preview, see p27) 30 June to 6 July masterpiecefair.com

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WHAT'S ON FOOD AND DRINK Ganymede Launching its supper club last month with Wignac cider, the second event in the series partners with renowned South African Vergelegen Wine Estate. Wines will be expertly paired with culinary masterpieces from head chef, Daniel Mertl. Ebury Street ganymedelondon.co.uk

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T H E AT R E A N D M U S I C Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre Enjoy a night under the stars in one of London's largest theatres (above), within a beautiful Royal Park. After Legally Blonde commenced the summer run, new musical 101 Dalmatians (12 July-28 August) follows with Antigone concluding (3-24 September). Until 24 September, tickets from £15 openairtheatre.com

The Rolling Stones 2022 markes 60 years since the legendary rock band performed their first gig at the Marquee Club in London. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood are returning to Hyde Park's Great Oak Stage for the second and final night to celebrate their anniversary by performing their iconic hits. 3 July bst-hydepark.com

The Tempest Shakespeare's elemental comedy returns to the historic Globe Theatre. Set on a shipwrecked island, the well-loved play features themes of magic, reconciliation and forgiveness that will be brought to life in a new production directed by associate artistic director, Sean Holmes. 22 July-22 October shakespearesglobe.com

Secret Cinema: Dirty Dancing Sashay into the world of dance with a screening of the feel-good cult classic, held in a top-secret London location to celebrate its 35th anniversary. Embrace the Catskills experience with cha-cha-cha lessons, live music, food, drinks and much more. 13-31 July secretcinema.org

New to Mayfair, Amethyst is influenced by the elegance of Nordic and Japanese cuisine with French and Arabic flavours. The eclectic menu features caramelised miso black cod with naganegi dashi. Sackville Street amethystdining.com

The Glass Rooms Savour panoramic riverside views of the Tower's Superbloom display, with a choice of 12 pods seating a maximum of eight. Open Wednesday to Sunday until 18 September, select from a menu inspired by British growers and farmers (below). Tower of London theglassrooms.co.uk

CORD by Le Cordon Bleu Housing a fine dining restaurant, cafe, and a cookery school, Le Cordon Bleu master chefs will lead a series of gourmet short courses for budding chefs here. This new concept will leave guests spoilt for choice. Fleet Street cordrestaurantco.uk L

LOOK AHEAD SUMMER EXHIBITION After two years away, the world's most anticipated exhbition at the Royal Academy is in its final month, hosting a range of spectacular works around the theme of climate. Until 21 Aug royalacademy.org.uk FAMILY THEATRE Wild Immersive Theatre Company presents Doctor Dolittle this August. Help Felix the Cobbler with tracking down the Doctor, while learning all about the animal kingdom. 8-18 August Chelsea Physic Garden chelseaphysicgarden. co.uk {PARADISE IN THE SUN} OR A GARDEN OF ALL SORTS OF PLEASANT FLOWERS The award-winning Kitchen Garden in Chiswick House & Gardens invites you to slow down. Celebrating the joy of nature, visitors will be encouraged via a multisensory audio guide to engage mindfully with surroundings. Entry is included with a House & Garden or Kitchen Garden Only ticket. Throughout August chiswickhouseand gardens.org.uk

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

MINA LEE‘S TOP SKINCARE TIPS FOR SUMMER RADIANCE “Use a gentle cleanser and mist or toner to hydrate the skin barrier. Layer up! Keep moisture levels up by using a very light form of serum and keep applying, using thicker formulas as you progress. You can even bring in high-tech gadgets to boost your routine. I choose HigherDOSE Red Light Face Mask, a light therapy device which warms the skin and enhances your natural glow. Finally, don’t forget to use your SPF!” minalee.london

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JENYA DI PIERRO ON OPTIMUM HEALTH

“Summer is a great time to get into the optimal state of health. Diet during this time of the year should be focused on raw foods, as they have the highest nutritional content, and are also hydrating and cooling for the body. Try to eat a rainbow each day, as diversity in phytonutrients is very important for your gut. Foraging can be another great way to boost the nutritional value of your diet. Try nettle which helps clear toxins, reduces water retention and stimulates hair growth; it also has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Or add dandelion leaves to salads for its detoxifying properties.” cloudtwelve.co.uk

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RONNIE ARCHER-MORGAN The Antiques Roadshow expert talks to Anne Cuthbertson about nights out in swinging 60s London and finding life’s treasures

I went to school in Putney but left during my A levels. I wanted to go out into the world and explore music and fashion. I was curious about everything and still am. I attended Hornsey College of Art but it was too prescriptive for what I wanted to do. I loved art history. I remember going to Kenwood and being fascinated by the miniature paintings. I was equally gripped by the Irish elk’s antler span in the Natural History Museum. At 19, I went on a pilgrimage to Italy to see Michelangelo’s Pietà. I got a lift with Paolo Pasolini – he drove me to Rome and found me a pensione.

I was born in St Mary Abbots Kensington. I was then sent to an infants’ home in Woking in Surrey, where I stayed until I was about three. I then moved back to London, to Ladbroke Grove. My house was on the crossroads of Ladbroke Grove and Lancaster Road. It was there that I witnessed the first race riots in the street. At the age of eight, I couldn’t understand it, men hitting each other with clubs and sticks. I didn’t even know what race was.

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By the time I was 21, I had probably lived at 21 different addresses. My domestic home life with my mother wasn’t happy. By the time I was 12, I was back in care, at Beecholme Children’s Home in Banstead, where I stayed until I was 16. One of my favourite things there was the dressing-up basket. I’d sneak out of Banstead at night and go to the West End clubs, hitching a lift there. It was 1965 and London was this hotbed of creative excitement. I was 15 and wanted my own look.

I became a DJ and my first gig was at the Marquee Club in Wardour Street. It was the epicentre of the music world. Hendrix, the Stones, the Beatles all performed there. But I wanted to play what influenced those people. So my next gig was upstairs at Ronnie Scott’s. There I met Nina Simone, Miles Davies, Jimmy McGriff, Herbie Mann. Just everybody. I loved movies and used to dress in vintage clothes at the weekend and looked like a forties or fifties film extra. I started finding vintage watches

and selling them to people at the hairdressers – by that time I’d trained at Vidal Sassoon and was working at Smile in Knightsbridge. I made more on a sale than I could in a month. I found items at Portobello, Bermondsey, Brick Lane. Antique dealers told me I was mad, but people loved them. I can spot a wristwatch strap at 100 paces. Actors and directors were buying from me, and on location I’d disappear to a local market and come back laden with goodies. I went to Hatton Garden where they scrapped the gold and was paying £5 more for the watch so they didn’t scrap them. Sotheby’s heard about me and I set up their first wristwatch department. Then Giorgio Armani approached me to buy accessories for Emporio Armani. Bit by bit I learned more about antiques. I was collecting, buying and selling artefacts, paintings and sculpture – anything that looked good and was well made. About 11 years ago I was contacted by Antiques Roadshow. They heard about my reputation for being able to talk and understand anything. Miscellaneous – my category – serves the programme the best. I live in West Hampstead. I found this flat in 1982 and thought ‘I’m never moving again’. I’ve had so many addresses. Would It Surprise You to Know…? (Random House) by Ronnie Archer-Morgan is out now.

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Insider expertise and a feast for the senses are in store for art enthusiasts as Masterpiece and London Art Week return this summer. Andrea Marechal Watson previews the aesthetically-pleasing highlights

he stupendous marquee that houses Masterpiece London has risen again in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea after a two-year break. Crammed with 130 tantalising stands showcasing everything from dinosaur skulls to dazzling brooches, you may well enter with no intention of buying and exit with something that inspires a lifelong passion for collecting. For some the hunt will be determined by the purse, for others by the pursuit. One of the great attractions of Masterpiece, now in its 12th year, is the

combination of expertise and eclecticism. “There’s something for everybody, a balance of quality and accessibility,” says Michael Goedhuis, contemporary Asian art exhibitor and expert. Masterpiece started in 2012 as a luxurygoods-meets-art fair. Its original chairman, the late Philip Hewat-Jaboor, identified a trend for what he called “cross-collecting” and the fair was the perfect place to find objects from all corners of the world in all materials, from speedboats to Montblanc pens. Now the fair has dialled down on luxury goods and is all the better

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for it, but cross-collecting is still the rage. Trends include natural forms and materials, with botanical art regaining its foothold in the market. Nordic art specialist Modernity features a Flora cabinet decorated with delicate botanical prints by Josef Frank dating to 1937. Lyndsey Ingram is showing new works by British artist Sarah Graham, whose lifelong fascination with the natural world began with childhood visits to the Natural History Museum. Graham’s monumental interpretations of flowers and insects mock the ‘no bigger than in nature’ convention of botanical painting. Interest in natural history specimens is also big – and no longer confined to specialist dealers. David Aaron, whose gallery in Berkeley Square captures ancient elegance from the Classical Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Near Eastern and early Islamic civilisations, shows a 68-million-year-old triceratops skull found in Wyoming. In a nod perhaps to the V&A’s current Fashioning Masculinities exhibition, menswear inspires Robiland + Voena’s booth, The Dandy – portraits tracing male fashions from 1800 to the present. Note how a line can still be traced from suit and tie to sumptuous peacockery. Theatrical displays are always a delight of Masterpiece. Waddington Custot’s Wunderkammer celebrates Peter Blake’s 90th

birthday in June with works by the British artist from the last 20 years. Sculptural highlights will include Japanese specialist Steve Sly’s lacquer figural group of an octopus and fisherman, a type of work known as Living Dolls (Iki Ningyo) due to the anatomical realism. Antiquities specialist Charles Ede shows a New Kingdom Shabti inscribed with the famous Shabti spell from the Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead.

in 1937 during his “summer of genius” in Jamaica. Two years later, William Crozier enjoyed a similarly enchanted summer when a visit to New York “detonated” his imagination. The Studio at Night at the Flowers Gallery stand, transforms a local subject – his garden studio in Wiltshire – into a beach hut in Barbados. From maquette to monumental, sculpture collectors are spoiled for choice. A lapis lazuli horse head will be instantly recognised as the work of Nic FiddianGreen. Hapup by Eilis O’Connell at Pangolin London works on multiple levels to suggest a mother’s love. Visitors to Masterpiece are doubly spoiled in having London Art Week, running from 3-8 July. This year LAW, in partnership with South Ken’s new multigallery space Cromwell Place has chosen a Music & Dance theme. Chamber concerts can be enjoyed by ticket holders, and many works complement the theme. Don’t miss Basile Lemeunier’s The Child Mozart Conducts the Starling at Ben Ewes, if only to hear the story of the sonata Mozart wrote to commemorate his pet bird’s death, just three days before that of his father. L

TRENDS IN THIS ECLECTIC WORLD INCLUDE NATURAL FORMS AND MATERIALS As ever, the selection of paintings, drawings, prints and other works on paper at Masterpiece London is comprehensive and educational. Whitford Fine Art’s exhibition of Modern & Pop Art will also focus on Polish artist Caziel (1906-1988), presenting one of his seminal works, La Guerre (The War). This important piece of post-war abstraction shows the impact of Picasso, whom Caziel met in Paris in 1948. Inevitably, it also invites comparison with the Spanish painter’s great work, Guernica, which reflects on the horrors of the Spanish Civil war. Other highlights for 2022 include The Sisters by Augustus Edwin John, painted

Masterpiece London will take place from 30 June-6 July at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, London (masterpiece.com). London Art Week will run from 3-8 July in galleries and auction houses across the city (londonartweek.co.uk).

IN THE FRAME Opening page: Sarah Graham’s botanical studies will be showcased by Lyndsey Ingram Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Whitford Fine Art will share Caziel's La Guerre; a dinosaur skull will be among David Aaron's star exhibits; Fiona Strickland's Tulipa series will make an appearance; a Josef Frank-print cabinet will be at the fair; Piano Nobile is set to show the late Paula Rego's Island of the Lights from Pinocchio; a New Kingdom Shabti antiquity makes part of Charles Ede's collection Above left to right: Expect to see Nic Fiddian-Green's Trojan Relief; Steve Sly's Living Dolls figures will appear; don't miss Augustus Edwin John's The Sisters painting

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hese days we don’t only come away from Britain’s finest country hotels relaxed and recharged, having enjoyed fine food and drink, relaxing rural walks and plenty of fresh air. We now leave with our heads – and phone camera rolls – full of beautiful, inspirational interior details to replicate in our own homes. Country-hotel chic in 2022 isn’t about the fussy interiors of yore. The best hotels are timeless yet edgy; paying homage to nature and handsome period features, yet bringing them up to date with bold colour pops and a quirky mix of old and new. Sustainability is key, as seen at Callow Hall, in Derbyshire, which has wild meadows and woodland “hives” and treehouses where guests can stay. The look is heavily influenced by the increased migration of urbanites to the countryside over the past decade, says Manuela Hamilford, creative director and founder of Hamilford Design (hamilforddesign.com). “While the traditional countryside look is still desired by this demographic, it has been fused with elements of sleek city style for a more relaxed, contemporary feel,” explains Hamilford, who has worked on some of the holiday homes in the Lakes by Yoo private estate in the Cotswolds. “Rather than heavy ornamental items and dark wood, today’s country retreats have a more minimalist aesthetic with lighter woods, a more muted colour scheme and some modern pieces of furniture, such as Scandinavian chairs.” Along with Soho Farmhouse, in Oxfordshire, one of the best examples of the country hotel’s modern makeover, is The Newt in Somerset. The interiors of the main historic country house are striking yet unfussy, mixing Georgian proportions

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BACK TO NATURE

Opening page, clockwise from top left: Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons; The Pig; Callow Hall; Benham Park by Albion Nord Opposite: Soho Farmhouse's boathouse Counterclockwise from top right: the Garner Bar at The Newt; The Farmyard's Stalls suite at The Newt; Callow Hall's Garden Room restaurant and bar; one of Callow Hall's woodland hives

and period portraits with contemporary furniture, art and lighting. And the estate’s second property, The Farmyard, is a masterclass in rustic glamour. Richard Parr Associates’ (richardparr. com) meticulous renovation of a cluster of 18th-century dairy barns and buildings was inspired by the beautiful rural setting. “England is so varied, with its fields, lanes and villages, so it’s important to be true to where the building is situated,” Parr explains. “The vernacular, materials and crafts of the local area need to be well considered.” The Farmyard features original fireplaces, wood panelling and window seats, as well as aged beams and exposed stone. However, rather than feeling austere, these features look current and luxurious. Parr’s advice for getting the cool country look right is to be true to the intended use of the building. “The original farmhouse at The Farmyard was modest, so we were respectful of its status and didn’t turn it into something it wasn’t,” he says. “Don’t create a pastiche.” At Leonardslee House, in West Sussex, Fiona Parke of Johnston Parke Interiors (johnstonparkeinteriors.com), set out to create a look that was in keeping with the grand 19th-century Italianate-style building, yet still felt intimate. “I want guests to feel like they’ve gone to stay in someone’s beautiful country house for the weekend,” she explains. Parke’s design showcases the best of British brands, with wallpaper and fabric from a different iconic design house chosen for each of the ten bedrooms – so

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there’s a room decked out entirely in Lewis & Wood, one in Colefax and Fowler and one in Soane Britain. She also used antiques, both to create the quintessential country house feel and to be more sustainable. “All the artwork is vintage and really affordable – I don’t think any piece was more than about £300,” Parke says. “We went to antique fairs such as Ardingly and Sandown, scoured little bric-a-brac shops and worked with Etalage, who source vintage art.” Many elements of the modern country hotel look can work just as well in the city as they do in the sticks. “Many Londoners are reconnecting with nature in their homes by incorporating natural building materials, such as stone fireplaces and mantels, as well as wooden beams and natural flooring,” says Marc Goldberg, head of sales at Marsh & Parsons. “Outdoor hot tubs and statement baths are also becoming increasingly popular. People have realised that they don’t have to leave the capital in order to enjoy the perks of a more tranquil, rural life.”

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WHAT’S COOKING? Clockwise from top left: Christie Rise and Fall pendant light, £579, Original BTC; the Real Shaker Kitchen layout at The Cattle Shed in Norfolk by deVOL; the Hartford kitchen in Chicory, from £20,000, by Tom Howley; Bordallo Pinheiro white cabbage dinner plate, £24.95, Harrods; twisted handle salad servers, £19.95, Graham & Green

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CLEAN&CLASSIC THE BATHROOM SHOULD BE AN UNCLUTTERED, LUXURIOUS SPACE

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here’s a fine line to tread in a country bathroom, warns James Lentaigne, creative director at Drummonds Bathrooms (drummonds-uk.com). “Country style has to be carefully judged. Don’t overdo it with fussy details in the bathroomware," he advises. “Choose classic, white products with clean uncluttered lines and then decorate around them. A great freestanding bath is a must – it makes a wonderful centrepiece and promises luxurious bathing.” If a bathroom has a winning rural view, emphasise this with botanical prints and curtains. For a contemporary-cool take, Lentaigne suggests introducing dramatic, on-trend finishes, such as antique and aged brass. “Decorative tiles will also bring a more modern feel to the space,” he adds. If your country aesthetic is more rustic, adding wood is a great way to make the room feel warm and tactile. Whatever your country look, texture is crucial for adding visual interest and balance to a space, says Barrie Cutchie, design director at the bathroom company BC Designs (bcdesigns.co.uk). “When it comes to walls, opposites attract: stick to a plain tile on the floor and add in plenty of ‘wow’ with wooden panelling or wallpaper. Don’t be afraid of colour and patterns – bathrooms are the one room where you can really have some fun.”

Above: Antique copper boat bath, £4,745.66, by BC Designs Left to right: Kate Moss's Cotswolds bathroom features the Double Lowther vanity basin suite in Verde Guatamala marble, from £1,850, by Drummonds; set of nine prints, £325, OKA; cotton bath mat, £48, Graham & Green; tulipiere, £1,980, Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler

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BEDTIME STORY EMBRACE ORIGINAL FEATURES AND LAYER NATURAL TEXTURES IN THE BEDROOM

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he best country-house hotels create a new level of luxury – one that’s aspirational and high-end without being intimidating, says Sarah Ellison, founder of interior design studio Frank & Faber ( frankandfaber.co.uk). “It’s the opposite of sterile formality; it’s personality, a unique story, warmth and a sense of belonging.” Ellison, who designed the interiors at the Number One Bruton hotel, injects character by embracing a bedroom’s existing features – this means exposing ancient beams, having panelling or stone on the walls, reinstating floorboards and embracing warm, rustic finishes, such as reclaimed timber or exposed plaster. “Layer textures and patterns, from gingham check and ticking stripe to horticulturally-inspired prints, like classic William Morris,” she adds. Fiona Parke, of Johnston Parke Interiors (johnstonparkeinteriors.com) advocates opting for a shaped headboard. “This makes it feel much more individual and ‘country’,” she explains. Whether the look is grand or rustic, the key is to shop as sustainably as possible, shunning trends in favour of classic design that ages well – think iron bedsteads and natural materials such as linen, cotton, cashmere and wool. “Go heavy on vintage prints, paisley, ikat and layers of pretty florals to dress your bedstead – these can be layered

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Above, left to right: Queen table lamp, £495, Original BTC; a bedroom in The Cottages at Number One Bruton Left: Frank & Faber maintained the rustic bones of The Forge at Number One Bruton, while also adding bolder accents and layers of prints Below: La Brume wall art, £795, OKA; tarsia-print armless chair, £995, OKA

with eiderdowns and blankets in natural fibres that are perfect for cooler nights,” says Peter Tindall, joint owner of Cornish Bed Company (cornishbeds.co.uk), the last surviving company using handcast metal techniques to make bedsteads in the Victorian manufacturing tradition (fans include Emma Bridgewater and Amanda Cutter Brooks).

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good-sized house and garden are non-negotiables for people buying in the country, although the pandemic has added to the rural wishlist. “Many buyers are cash-rich and time-poor, so a home that has been done up to a high quality that they can move straight into is very attractive,” says Will Matthews, head of farms and estates at Knight Frank. “Toys such as pools and tennis courts help, while high-speed broadband is now crucial so people can work from home.” Vegetable gardens have grown immensely popular since the lockdowns, says Dawn Carritt, from Jackson-Stops Country Houses & Estates, while owners of country homes also want enough space for

guests to stay. Vincent Dennington, country house director at John D Wood & Co, says: “Staff accommodation for a nanny or gardener is very popular, while privacy and space are crucial. A premium is often achieved on properties which can’t be seen from the road.” Buyers also want amenities, explains Lindsay Cuthill, head of the Savills country department. “We witnessed a new set of buyers coming out of urban areas off the back of the pandemic, seeking a beautiful home surrounded by peaceful countryside, but still with access to great schooling and a high calibre of shops, restaurants and other lifestyle amenities,” he says. “Destinations like Soho Farmhouse and The Newt in Somerset have brought buyers into new areas.” L

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PL AY WITH L AYE RS “We will often have ground-level planting – such as jasmine and climbing roses – lower planting for herbaceous plants and herbs, then a tall feature pot of olive or camellia.” WA R MTH “In a small garden, it’s all about making the most of it 24/7 at all times of year. Outdoor fi replaces are top of the list. They vary from a simple fi replace to main gas full fi replaces. In our grander designs, fi replaces are bespoke and the team coordinate with gas and heating engineers. We also use Solus bioethanol fi re bowls (solusdecor.co.uk) in our schemes.” B IG P OTS “I always steer towards fewer plants, but bigger plants in bigger containers – they have more impact and need less watering. Garden designers often take a leaf out of the interior designers’ book and use overscaled objects in urban design. Two big Tuscan pots often work better than lots of smaller pots.” LIG HT “Again, it’s about the garden looking good even if the weather is atrocious – and that means having good lighting. We design our lighting schemes in house so in terms of light fittings it varies on style. John Cullen (johncullenlighting. co.uk) does beautiful brass and copper fitting but we also use more affordable ones from Garden Trading (gardentrading. SUMMER NIGHTS

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SU R FACES “Most people want to be able to walk out barefoot on a comfortable surface, so Dutch clay pavers are one of the biggest trends. They’re a very tactile, contemporary brick – and really useful because you’ve got a beautiful colour palette, from biscuit to olive, but you can play around with how they’re laid. They’re also more sustainable and permeable. We like Vande Moortel (vandemoortel.co.uk) and Chelmer Valley (chelmervalley.co.uk).” SH E LTE R “Particularly with the new work-from-home culture, we often incorporate a pergola or a substantial covered area if there’s no room for a cabin in the garden. We use contemporary designs with blinds that come over the top for rain protection and shade. Some designs you can drop down the sides too, if you want to have a quiet Zoom meeting. It’s very therapeutic sitting under canvas in the rain. We use Renson canopies from Garden House Design (gardenhousedesign.co.uk).” M U LTI -S TE M TR E ES “Multi-stem trees are the most popular type of tree. A few years ago it was birch, now you can get multi-stemmed evergreen trees, like osmanthus. They don’t grow particularly quickly and they have detailed structure to the stems. Olives are timeless – and so very popular.”

WILD PL A NTIN G “The trend, for both country and city gardens, is now to rewild – a swimming pond, a path of meadow grass, an orchard. When it comes to flowers, I like astrantias, because they have such a long flowering period. If you have a sunny garden, then trailing rosemary is pretty bulletproof, or flowering thyme. Generally clients want verbena bonariensis which looks wild, and gaura. Baptisia was the most popular new plant at the Chelsea Flower Show this year, it looks like a cross between a lupin and a pea.” O UTD O O R SE ATIN G “Our Chelsea furniture (for the gold medal-winning Sanctuary Garden with Hamptons estate agents) was from Ethimo, an Italian brand (ethimo.com). We often incorporate screens, outdoor kitchens and an in-built bench for dining. Unless it’s one of our country gardens and they have space for a formal garden, it’s more of a coffee table set-up with a few comfortable armchairs. The bones of the furniture can be left outside in winter – we usually build in a tall, slim cupboard outside to put the cushions in.” L gardenclublondon.co.uk

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NATURE TRAIL Enjoy a taste of the country at these exquisite hotels within easy reach of London TH E PIG , H A M PSHIR E Bridging the gap between homely charm and luxury, in the heart of the Hampshire countryside, The Pig will have guests finding it hard to leave. Every room has its own characteristics and features, with a well-stocked larder full of treats and locally-sourced snacks that can be purchased. Its ‘kitchen garden to plate’ ethos and 25-mile menu illustrates a commitment to home-grown, seasonal flavours (above). Rooms from £225 per night. thepighotel.com

LEO N A R DSLE E H O USE , W ES T SUSSE X Ten impeccably decorated rooms, rhododendren walks, sculptures, vineyards offering South Downs views, and parkland where wallabies hop contentedly are but a few reasons to visit Leonardslee House near Horsham. Reminiscent of South Africa’s Cape Winelands, guests can indulge in the multi-course tasting menu at Michelin-starred Interlude. Featuring foraged ingredients from the estate, each dish is a work of natural art (above left), while its wine cellar is superlative. Rooms from £350 per night. leonardsleegardens.co.uk/leonardslee-house

M O N K E Y ISL A N D ES TATE , B E R KSHIR E Set in the famously foodie village of Bray is this quintessentially English seven-acre estate. Lying on a tranquil island on the Thames, it is home to a floating spa and shepherds’ huts. The romantic country gardens are inspired by the estate’s 800-year-old history and provide ingredients for its restaurant (left). There’s an experimental teahouse and herb garden with therapeutic lavender, acanthus, echinacea and heather, making a beautiful walkway to the spa barge. From £275 per night. monkeyislandestate.co.uk L

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FIT FOR A KING Before its halls were dedicated to co-educational learning in 1933, Culford School’s Italianate mansion, Culford Hall was built by the 1st Marquess of Cornwallis, a home to the 5th Earl of Cardigan, and played host to centuries of VIP guests, including an array of royals

hether they were designed as schools or were once grand country mansions, many places of learning offer a first-class education in awe-inspiring surroundings. We’ve rounded up ten of the most beautiful schools in the country.

S TOW E SCH O O L , B U CKIN G H A MSHIR E J.F. Roxburgh, the school’s founding headmaster, wanted the school to ensure every pupil would “know beauty when he sees it all his life”, and this former country seat of the Dukes of Buckingham and Chandos is a supremely beautiful place. The south façade is one of the finest examples of neoclassical architecture in Britain, and the domed Marble Saloon is a staggering setting for school events. Outside, the idyllic gardens contain more than 40 temples and monuments, including the Gothic Temple, the Palladian Bridge and the Temple of Friendship. stowe.co.uk

L A N CIN G CO LLEG E , W ES T SUSSE X Set high on the South Downs, overlooking the sea, Lancing College and its remarkable chapel dominate the local landscape. The largest school chapel in the world is an architectural masterpiece of gothic revival, with soaring columns, a 90-ft high vaulted ceiling and one of the biggest rose windows in the country. The buildings and chapel were designed by architect Richard Carpenter. The rose window is by Stephen Dykes Bower who also worked on Westminster Abbey. The mellow Sussex sandstone school buildings are nestled alongside the chapel and arranged around an elegant quad. An open-air amphitheatre (opened by Agatha Christie) is where the Founder’s Day Play is performed each summer. lancingcollege.co.uk

CU LFO R D SCH O O L , SU FFO LK In 1889, the 5th Earl of Cadogan purchased Culford Hall – located near Bury St Edmunds – a mansion which was originally

built in 1790 by the 1st Marquess of Cornwallis. Lord Cadogan commissioned architect William Young to transform the house into the Italianate style. Many notable guests followed the revamp including King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. Following the death of the 6th Earl in 1933, the estate was sold and it became Culford School. The co-ed day and boarding school sits in 480 acres of parkland with formal gardens and a lake. culford.co.uk

R E P TO N SCH O O L , D E R BYSHIR E Repton has been a place of learning for over 1,000 years – originally as a priory – but the school as we know it was built in 1557. The original school room is now home to the library and school archives, as well as ancient, wood-panelled rooms where societies meet each evening. Bordered by the Old Trent River, Repton now sits in 75 acres of wide-open Derbyshire countryside, with perfectly rolled football pitches, astro-turf hockey

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JUST THE WICKET Repton School’s cricket green is where Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire County Cricket Clubs meet once a year to play pitches, and a wicket where Derbyshire CCC and Nottinghamshire CCC meet once a year (but pupils use three times a week). The school’s grand stone buildings, thatched cricket pavilion and chapel (dating back to 1858) all form an important part of Repton’s tradition and identity. repton.org.uk

SH E R B O R N E SCH O O L , D O RSE T Medieval stone walls encompass a rich tradition of education, which goes right back to the eighth century, when Sherborne Abbey was founded in this attractive market town in Dorset. Legend has it that King Alfred was educated here. Traces of its ancient origins are evident throughout, and many of the buildings date back to the 12th century. The library was formerly the monastery guest house, while the current headmaster’s offices were once the abbot’s house. “Alan Turing was a pupil, and we discovered that he developed his interest in codebreaking here,” says school archivist, Rachel Hassall. “We’ve got the library loans register, which show him borrowing books on cryptography from the school library.” sherborne.org

CO B H A M H A LL , K E NT Like many stately homes, Cobham Hall has a mix of Tudor, Jacobean, Restoration and 18th-century architecture. Perhaps the jewel in this exquisite house is the Gilt Hall, with its lavish double-height ceiling, elaborate chandelier and marble fireplaces. This was

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the music room in the 1770s, and it’s still used for performances today – most recently for the girls’ boarding school production of Beauty and the Beast. There’s also a picture gallery, neoclassical vestibule and gothic dairy in the grounds – built around 1790 for Elizabeth, Countess of Darnley, as a model dairy in the style of Marie Antoinette – is now being restored by the Landmark Trust. cobhamhall.com

B R A M B LE T YE SCH O O L , W ES T SUSSE X A gothic-style Victorian hunting lodge, Brambletye was originally owned by the Marquis of Abergavenny. Magnificently positioned, the mixed day and boarding prep school looks onto terraced gardens designed by Gertrude Jekyll onto the Ashdown Forest and Weirwood Reservoir. Brambletye’s founding headmaster, John Blencowe, bought the site in 1933 to move his school from Sidcup Place to a more rural setting. brambletye.co.uk

W E LLIN G TO N CO LLEG E , B E R KSHIR E The college was built in 1853 as a national monument to the first Duke of Wellington (1769–1852). Queen Victoria laid the foundation stone in 1856 and attended the School’s grand opening on 29 January 1859. Set in 400 acres, and just an hour outside London, Wellington today uses its extensive grounds to help pupils reach national

standards in sports as diverse as polo, shooting and equestrianism. wellingtoncollege.org.uk

R A D LE Y CO LLEG E , OXFO R DSHIR E The school was originally housed in Radley Hall, now known as “the Mansion”. Radley Hall was built in the 1720s for the Stonehouse family. The Hall boasts three storeys across nine bays of red brick, with Sunningwell limestone dressings. The details are mostly early Georgian baroque style, along with some inspiration from the late Italian renaissance. A Grade II* listed building and the focal point of the school, Radley College Chapel was designed in 1893 by one of Victorian England’s most prevalent architects, Thomas Graham Jackson. radley.org.uk

H U RS T CO LLEG E , SUSSE X Founded in 1849, Hurst College is set within a 140-acre campus, surrounded by rural splendour, on the border of the South Downs National Park. The older buildings, designed in the early English gothic style, include the college chapel, St John’s, and lie within two quandrangles, the inner and outer quads. In the centre there’s a twin archway, linking the two quads, featuring figures of St John, St Catherine and St Jerome in tabernacles. The wings are linked by cloisters. Later buildings include the cricket pavilion, added in 1921 as a war memorial. hppc.co.uk L

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THE ELIZABETH LINE

All Aboard THE ELIZABETH LINE LONDON’S NEWLY OPENED PURPLE LINE WILL CHANGE OUR CITY LANDSCAPE. RUTH BLOOMFIELD EXPLORES THE ROUTE'S HOTSPOTS

t has taken more than a decade to complete, but the Elizabeth Line is finally up and running. Although the state-of-the-art £19bn line isn’t full steam ahead just yet – there are interchanges at Paddington and Liverpool Street, and Bond Street’s station won’t open until around August – this new tube line has stimulated unprecedented investment in new homes, and will undoubtedly revolutionise how we travel around the capital in search of the coolest cocktail bars, secret gardens, newly hip boutiques, and must-see shows.

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Bond Street Eat – Grade I listed St Mark’s Church has been repurposed as upmarket food court Mercato Mayfair. Pop in for bao buns, ramen, gelato or cocktails.

Visit – Underbelly Festival moved to a new home in Cavendish Square during the pandemic. Expect comedy and cabaret, outdoor bars, street food, and summer joy.

Shop – At Selfridges, you can browse regular pop ups, catch a movie at the on-site cinema, or show off your ollie at its skate bowl. New faces include Balenciaga, which has opened an industrial-chic flagship store on the corner of New Bond Street and Bruton Street. Just around the corner, Browns has opened its own new headquarters on Brook Street. Hanover Square is also getting a Crossrail glow-up, with a smartenedup central garden, new apartments, restaurants like The Maine, cafés, and more brands to follow.

Live – Average prices within 500m of the station come in at £3.1m according to new research by Savills. Prices immediately around the station have

risen eight per cent since work on the line began in 2008. Savills is selling a three-bedroom flat on Green Street Mayfair (above, right) at £5.95m.

Paddington Eat – The Cheese Barge is a 96ft floating restaurant moored on the Regent’s Canal where you can nibble on a cheeseboard. Live – Average prices are £980,000 and the area has outperformed by 3.7 per cent since 2008. Lurot Brand is selling a Bathurst Mews three-bed at £2.75m, while Knight Frank has a pretty Conduit Mews four-bed terrace (below) for £3.8m.

Farringdon Eat – Brutto brings a taste of Tuscan trattoria style to the City. This latest dining sensation from Russell Norman, the man behind the Polpo restaurant group, has already been awarded a Bib Gourmand from Michelin. Drink – Sip a Daintree Collins (gin, peach wine and soda) or a Peranakan Fizz (gin, fermented marzipan and poppy-flower kefir) at Oriole’s (top, far right) old colonial style bar. Live – Farringdon’s average price is £942,000 and the area has managed a fourper-cent increase since 2008. Dexters is selling a two-bedroom flat in a Victorian conversion on Britton Street at £975,000.

Tottenham Court Road Eat – Check out Yotam Ottolenghi’s Fitzrovia outpost Rovi (right), with its central cocktail bar and a vegetarian menu. Drink – For a cracking boozer, The George (above, left) has been the hard-tobeat option ever since it was taken over by the JKS Group (its stable includes Gymkhana and BiBi), given a polish up, and had its menu revamped by Michelinstarred chef James Knappett. Visit – Pop along to the British Museum to uncover the secrets of the standing stones at Stonehenge until 17 July. Shop – Just over the border into Soho, hip Danish men’s and women’s fashion brand Han Kjøbenhavn has opened a flagship store on Beak Street – its first outside Copenhagen. Live – A ten-minute walk from the station sees the average price of property drop to just under £1.2m. The “Crossrail bounce” here is reflected in price growth – which is four per cent higher than in adjacent areas since 2008.

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Custom House

Whitechapel

Visit – Catch The Unseen, an exhibition of work depicting black experience, at the Whitechapel Gallery, (above) until August 7. Its café, Townsend, is also well worth a pitstop. Live – The eastern end of the Elizabeth Line is the place to look for relative bargains. Whitechapel comes in at just over £460,000 (outperforming the wider area by 4.1 per cent).

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Live – A home close to Liverpool

PHOTOGRAPH: ISTOCK; ISSY CROKER; GUY MONTAGU POLLOCK AT ARCAID

Street Station will set you back, on average, £774,000. Savills is selling a charming threebedroom apartment on Brushfield Street, directly opposite buzzing Spitalfields market at £1.75m.

Visit – Explore London's rich naval history at Custom House (above), the National Maritime Museum, and the Museum of London Docklands. Drink – Sample the Oiler Bar at the Royal Docks. Just a few minutes’ walk from Custom House, it’s set on a former Royal Navy refuelling barge; needless to say, the views are lovely.

Canary Wharf Eat – Try the new Wood Wharf floating pavilion outposts of Roka and Hawksmoor for dinner with a view. Visit – The Crossrail Roof Gardens (below) are a calm and surprisingly peaceful oasis of exotic planting with views over the surrounding skyscrapers. Live – The average price of a home around the Canary Wharf district is just under £679,000 (with a Crossrail uplift of 2.9 per cent).

Woolwich

Eat – At Royal Arsenal Riverside development, you can sample a pistachio doughnut or an avocado tartine at the newly opened Boulangerie Jade (below). Live – The place to look for relative bargains. Woolwich’s average price is £330,000, and has, to date, seen only a minimal 2.3 per cent outperformance. L

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VILL AGE LONDON

BELGRAVIA

he perfectly symmetrical white stucco townhouses, immaculate garden squares and impressive range of good-looking neighbourhood restaurants, bars, and boutiques all make Belgravia an enviable location. But rather than rest on its laurels, Grosvenor has spent the past decade rethinking the jewel in the crown of its London property portfolio, anxious to deflect criticism that it had become a “lights off” neighbourhood full of homes owned by absentee overseas billionaires. The result is that today’s Belgravians are a diverse bunch, with residents including Dame Joan Collins, fashion designer Stella McCartney and football manager Jose Mourinho. In 2009, the estate hired Danish architect Jan Gehl to help it rethink key parts of Belgravia, including Elizabeth

Street, with smarter shops, better streets, and more opportunities for alfresco dining. Changes have been gradual, but it’s now a “village” high street where you can get your hair cut, grab a coffee, stock up your cellar, or pick up flowers. With its boutiques, delis and eateries, Motcomb Street has also been chicly curated. The other result has been solid price growth during the pandemic. According to research by LonRes, the average property price stands at just under £4.4m, up by 9.5 per cent, although this increase is, in part, a reflection of how buyers are now after houses with gardens not pied-à-terres. The Grosvenor estate’s reimagining of Belgravia, meanwhile, continues. In 2019 Eccleston Yards opened, a former power station rebooted as a complex of shops, restaurants, gyms, and offices where you can take pottery lessons, browse vintage markets, or just chill out.

Grosvenor has spent the past decade rethinking the jewel in the crown of its London property portfolio

BEST FOR: INTERIORS SHOPS

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• TOP PREP SCHOOLS • PRETTY CAFES • WHITE STUCCO TERRACES

PHOTOGRAPHS: ALAMY; PAUL WINCH FURNESS ILLUSTRATIONS: HEATHER GATELY

IN OUR NEW-LOOK AREA GUIDE, WE EXPLORE THE NEIGHBOURHOODS OF PRIME LONDON AND DISCOVER THE LOCALS' FAVOURITE SPOTS

VILLAGE LONDON

A day

I N B E L G R AV I A LOCAL COLOUR A short stroll from Knightsbridge Station and Hyde Park, the newly pedestrianised Motcomb Street boasts a wealth of heritage boutiques and fine-dining destinations

Ask a local NICOL A SACHER

9A M Cutting-edge exercise Get to grips with EMS, the high-tech workout for those who love a quick fix. Standing for electro-muscle stimulation, it involves having electrodes hooked up to your major muscle groups before a 20-minute class, having the same impact as 90 minutes of traditional exercise. Try Exerceo at Lightcentre on Eccleston Street (exerceotraining.co.uk).

10AM Breakfast stylishly Having worked up an appetite head over to Tomtom Coffee House at 114 Ebury Street, where you can breakfast virtuously on granola and yoghurt, or go old school with poached eggs on sourdough. The coffee is fantastic (tomtomcoffee.co.uk).

11.30AM Shop and stroll Elizabeth Street has been reinvented as Belgravia’s de facto high street. Invest in a new scent at Jo Loves London (joloves.com) or Les Senteurs (lessenteurs.com), inspect the impossibly beautiful kitchenware at Summerill & Bishop (summerillandbishop. com), and design a bespoke necklace at Loquet (loquetlondon.com).

Co-owner of Mungo & Maud, Elizabeth St, Belgravia

1.30PM Gastropub lunch Peckish? Thomas Cubitt (37–39 Pimlico Road), offers superlative pub grub. The scallops with caramelised cauliflower are sensational (cubitthouse.co.uk).

3PM Get a glow up Head round the corner to get evening-ready with a blow-dry at Eccleston Yards’ SMUK London: an eco-friendly hair, beauty and lifestyle studio, founded by Danish make-up artist Miabella Ristorp (smuklondon.com).

5PM Sundowners Walk north, taking a detour to admire the work of the real Thomas Cubitt, the architect who laid out much of Belgravia, including the splendid Eaton Square (actress Vivien Leigh once lived at number 54). Your destination is Pantechnicon at 19 Motcomb Street, a six-storey Nordic-Japanese shopping and dining concept store. Take in the sunset from the roof garden with a cocktail – we recommend a Pine Forest to start (pantechnicon.com).

The minute I walked by 79 Elizabeth Street, I knew I had found a home for Mungo & Maud. I was enchanted by its characterful store window and little checked steps leading up to the rather tall, imposing doorway. Belgravia is an area I've always been drawn to; aside from its elegant Georgian buildings and creamywhite stucco fronts, it has always had an intimate, village feel. I also like to stop and browse at many of the stores, such as the Poilâne Bakery (for my daily bread fix); Olivino for delicious authentic Italian produce and Rose Uniacke for objects and furnishings. My dog Florence can often be found wandering around Belgravia's pretty squares, with me in tow...

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FOOD & DRINK BELGRAVIA IS HOME TO SOME THE FINEST RESTAURANTS IN LONDON, OFFERING EVERYTHING FROM SCOTTISH TO NORDIC CUISINE B O ISDA LE 15 Eccleston Street Known as one of London's greatest live music restaurants, Boisdale serves traditional Scottish cuisine. Diners can enjoy a range of jazz tributes to musicians such as Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin and Ella Fitzgerald. The menu itself has star-studded listings, with award-winning salmon from the Scottish Highlands, Jersey oysters and the finest whiskies. There's even an outdoor terrace for summer dinner and drinks.

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H U N A N LO N D O N 51 Pimlico Road Founded in 1982, Hunan is influenced by Taiwanese food, and famous for not having a menu. Diners are asked what they don’t wish to eat, and how spicy they like their food. Based on the answers, curated small plates are served, such as crispy frogs’ legs with fermented chilli and a hearty broth of minced pork, Chinese mushroom and ginger.

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K A H A NI 1 Wilbraham Place Peter Joseph’s menu has been inspired by his upbringing in Chennai, India. There he learned traditional tips and tricks from his mother. This Michelin-starred restaurant

brings the finest British ingredients to life with vibrant Indian spices, offering a palatepleasing modern twist.

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PA NTECH NICO N 19 Motcomb Street An exciting fusion of Nordic and Japanese cuisine promises a plethora of culinary joy with a produce-led menu. Separated into five dining areas with a sixth on the way, it suits different dining moods. Pantechnicon hosts a range of workshops to refine kitchen skills, from masterclasses to an introduction to sake.

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LE P O U LE AU P OT 231 Ebury Street

LOCAL FLAVOUR Top to bottom: Oysters at Pantechnicon; Kahani serves up elevated Indian dishes; Hunan offers off-menu Taiwanese tapas

The charming recreation of “paysan” France, with its alluring interiors has made Le Pouple Au Pot a firm Belgravia institution. Having consistently provided a wonderful French experience full of joie de vivre since the 1960s, it’s little wonder it has been voted ‘best for romance’ in Hardens restaurant guide. In summer, outdoor seating gives an alfresco dining experience in one of the most picturesque parts of the capital.

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SCHOOLS Belgravia offers a wealth of walking-distance options for families, from nursery and prep to senior schools. It’s common to see little ones in blazers following their teachers along the streets of SW1. For tots, Miss Daisy’s Nursery on Ebury Square is a country nursery in the heart of London (missdaisysnursery.com). Eaton Square Nursery on Eccleston Square takes children at 2+ and offers additional support to pupils for whom English is a second language (eatonsquareschools.com). Part of a family of schools, children can

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progress to the prep school. For boys aged 3-11, Eaton House Belgravia on Eaton Gate (eatonhouseschools.com) is one of the top feeder preps for Westminster and St Paul’s. There's no testing at 4+ entry, so children can benefit from the school’s personalised approach to learning. Former pupils include actor Eddie Redmayne and author Philip Pullman. While for older girls, there's the high-achieving Francis Holland School in Sloane Square, which has an outstanding reputation for music, drama, art, ballet and sport (fhs-sw1.org.uk).

VILLAGE LONDON

ON THE MARKET FAMED FOR ITS ICONIC FLOWER SHOW AND FOREVERFASHIONABLE PARADE OF SHOPS AND BOUTIQUES,

Ask an a nt M AT T H E W ARMSTRONG

Partner, Knight Frank

Hot y propert LYALL STRE E T

A four-bedroom, low-built house with a private roof terrace on Lyall Street, sold with its adjacent two-bedroom mews house on Eaton Mews. The fourstorey main property is unmodernised, but with almost 7,400 sq ft to play with, there's plenty of scope to create an exemplary family home. £19.95m. Agent: beauchamp.com

LIT TLE CH ES TE R S TR E E T

B E LG R AV E SQUA R E

A meticulously refurbished four-bedroom house arranged over five storeys within a period building. £5.95m.

A four-bedroom penthouse apartment on the top floor of a classic white stucco townhouse on a Belgravia garden square. £7.95m.

Agent: knightfrank.co.uk

Agent: savills.com

”Even ten years ago Belgravia was a bit dull. Lovely streets, but not a lot happening.” Investment in the area has changed all that, and buyers are younger than when Armstrong, head of sales at Knight Frank’s Belgravia office, started there in 2001. The pandemic has caused another shift: buyers are more likely to be British – and they want houses, not flats. Hot spots for those after a house are South Eaton Place, Gerald Street and Chester Row. For flats, the key address is Eaton Square. While demand has been strong for the past two years, pricing, Armstrong says, “has been pretty flat”. He believes the market is unlikely to drop any further, and over the next year, some early signs of growth may return to Belgravia, “although these are extraordinary times that we're living in: nothing's certain”.

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The short stays THAT PAY From film stars to well-heeled tourists, overseas visitors will pay over the odds for a short-let in a prime central London location this summer, says Zoe Dare Hall

t’s London’s luxury short-let market’s peak season – and, after two years of restricted travel, domestic tenants face competition from global visitors. “I’d say we’re parallel with pre-pandemic levels for stays ranging from a few weeks to three months,” says Sarah McIntrye, lettings manager at Harrods Estates. She’s busy finding large lateral apartments or houses in Knightsbridge or Mayfair for Middle Eastern families spending summer here. One such property, an eight-bed apartment in a portered building overlooking Hyde Park, is available for £12,295 a week. There are lots of parents flying over to see London-based offspring, too, notes Georgie Woodhouse, regional lettings director at Marsh & Parsons, and business travellers are back, says David Mumby, Knight Frank’s head of prime central lettings. “Overwhelmingly, the requirements are for two/three-bed apartments with concierges:

immaculate presentation is a must”, he adds. For expats relocating to the UK, a short let is a useful base while they look for a longterm rental. “These individuals often prefer the homely feel of a short-let property over staying in a local hotel,” says Tanya Hasking, director of corporate relocation and short lets at John D Wood & Co. Add to that list the current boom in film and TV production in London (a record £4bn was spent making shows in the UK in 2021, double the pre-pandemic figure), and think of all the cast and crew that need to be temporarily housed in central locations. Mumby mentions a Hollywood A-lister who spent three months renting in Notting Hill recently, and Woodhouse is fielding demands for “fashionable locations close to Heathrow and Pinewood Studios”. The new Elizabeth Line will further ease their commute from autumn, meaning that they’ll be able to whizz to Heathrow directly.

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Families already living in London are often on the hunt for prime short lets, too, often as a stop-gap while they renovate their home. “They need a family home of a substantial size which suits their lifestyle,” says Hasking. And as is often the case, “their construction projects are over-running” due to supplychain issues, says Mumby, so those rents may turn out to be longer than planned. And then there are those who are selling their home, but can’t find anywhere to buy. “They’re moving into a short let so they can complete on their sale and continue their search for their onward purchase,” says Hasking. There’s no shortage of demand, then, for London homeowners who might be tempted to capitalise on those wanting to move into the city this summer. And the numbers are tempting. A short-term let generally adds a 30-50 per cent premium on the long-term rate, says Mumby, who recently handled one of the capital’s priciest short lets: a month-

PROPERTY NEWS

£175K

THE PRICE PER WEEK OF A TOP-END SHORT LET IN PRIME LONDON

IN BRIEF Above: Boasting a heated pool, this eight-bed Hampstead residence lets for £15,000 per week, through Knight Frank. Far left: This five-bed Hammersmith home can be rented for £4,950 (John D Wood & Co); a lateral apartment overlooking Hyde Park lets for £12,295 through Harrods Estates long stay in a £100,000 a week property. UK Sotheby’s International Realty can top that. “We have properties achieving £175,000 a week. For this, you get more than 20,000 sq ft, plus a spa, pool, cinema: you name it,” says its lettings director, James Somers. Don’t be blinded by the numbers, though, warns Mumby. Being a short-let landlord is “a significant undertaking. The properties need to be immaculate, furnished and offer an alternative to very smart hotels,” he says. There are also the regulatory requirements – the gas and electricity safety standards, a limit on the amount of lettings (usually a maximum of 90 days per calendar year, as long as the freeholder and building allow such lets), and a professional management service throughout a let. “Often, contracts put in place are similar to those in longerterm lets, meaning landlords are subject to significant requirements,” says Mumby. People with stratospheric budgets also invariably have equally high expectations. “When people are paying a premium rent for

a short-term stay, they expect the very best of everything, as this is what they’d be getting at a five-star hotel. Landlords must expect them to be a great deal more demanding than long-let tenants,” says Somers. Landlords should also keep an eye on bills,

“WHEN PEOPLE ARE PAYING A PREMIUM RENT FOR A SHORT-TERM STAY, THEY EXPECT THE VERY BEST” as utilities are included for short lets. “It’s worth putting a cap on usage, so that the tenant pays if it exceeds a certain amount. We once had a tenant leave the A/C on nonstop for two months, racking up thousands of pounds in energy bills,” says Somers. And while tenants may only be short-term, he

adds, they may still request changes to the property. “We’ve had Middle Eastern tenants asking the landlord to install bathrooms with a douche, which the tenant would finance.” Woodhouse’s advice to landlords is to “make your property stand out – particularly any form of outdoor and entertaining space. People don’t want bland flats for short lets”. And while they’re seeking the comfort of a real home, they don’t want to see hints of your family life. “Short-term renters want pristine furnishings, bed linen, excellent wifi and satellite TV. Think boutique hotel standards: no personal items,” says McIntyre. Somers recalls “a member of a reality TV family and her rapper boyfriend”. The rental was £60,000 a week, he says, “and they requested a home cinema so that he could plug his PlayStation in to play Call of Duty”. Simple pleasures amid utter luxury. There are plenty of overseas visitors willing to pay handsomely for it in London this summer – and landlords who get it right can look forward to being quids in. L

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LONDON LIFE

ANNE ASHWORTH

ne of London’s greatest pleasures is the endless opportunities to gaze upon art of every era and genre – both indoors and out. And this month provides yet more scope to enjoy these delights. The Masterpiece art fair, an essential part of the season, will offer its alluring combination of ceramics, Old Masters and champagne bars. But the city’s streets and transport hubs are becoming an ever-richer public gallery, with pieces that are beguiling, tell a story about an area’s history, or start a debate about what art actually is. Controversy rages about what style of art is fit to grace the plinths of Trafalgar Square. But why not step away from this fuss to take a longer look at the monuments to the great and good which usually escape your gaze? Contemporary streetscape contributions are also worthy of your attention. These pieces are often financed by developers, in an arrangement that ensures an improved environment for the residents of luxury apartments and the wider population. The results can be exciting. Self & Other stands outside Berkeley Group’s Merano Residences on Albert Embankment. Pause in front of this glass piece to see your reflection translated into points of light. It’s a kind of magical street theatre. The mix of emotions provoked by this and other examples of London’s public art is an essential part of the experience, which is why I’ll be taking a cultural staycation this July, visiting old favourites and sampling the new. Some of the most recent additions to London’s public art collection can be found along the newly-opened Elizabeth Line, whose spacious stations are pleasing

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Next year a Conrad Shawcross piece will appear outside Liverpool Street; fans cannot wait to the eye in every aspect, from signage to art installations. Major names have been commissioned to deliver works along the link. At Farringdon you can find Spectre by Simon Periton, a work embedded into the station’s exterior glazing. Its patterns reflect the metalwork of nearby Smithfield Market, built in 1868. Next year, a Conrad Shawcross piece will appear outside Liverpool Street; fans of this sculptor’s output (like me) cannot wait. Meanwhile, you can use this terminus as the starting point for a tour of the 11th edition of Sculpture in the City, a mixture of

ALFRESCO ART Elisa Artesero’s neon poem sits in the heart of the Square MIle

permanent and temporary acquisitions. 70 St Mary Axe, dubbed the Can of Ham, is one of the Square Mile’s iconic towers, close to the Gherkin. Positioned on the green space in front of this building is Elisa Artesero’s The Garden of Floating Words. Its tall acrylic panels mimic the imposing structure of the Can of Ham and the Square Mile’s other 21st century edifices. But the neon words within them – like ‘moonlight’ and ‘leaves’ – offer a gentler message. Further along the Elizabeth Line at Canary Wharf, a station as striking in its scale as any major museum, you can alight to visit the UK’s largest public art gallery. There are no fewer than 100 pieces, including Minotaur and Hare on a Bench by Sophie Ryder at Wood Wharf. These anthropomorphic figures look as if they’re having a casual chat. It’s the epitome of the conversation piece, something of a theme in this location. At Cabot Square, you’ll come upon the semi-abstract Couple on A Seat by Lynn Chadwick. The pair’s elegant forms evoke the lean, successful types working away in the surrounding offices. This summer, Canary Wharf is staging a special exhibition of pieces that come to life in the sunshine – yet another reason why we will hope for bright skies this July. I’m relying on fair weather for my voyage of discovery. I’ll be saying hello to pieces such as Liz Frink’s Horse and Rider statue at the junction of Dover Street and Piccadilly, and the variety of treats on Victoria Embankment. The friezes on the curved 1930s’ frontage of Unilever House are an unexpected surprise. Such is the volume of new art on offer that if I’m late for a meeting, you’ll know to find me at the nearest statue or installation. L

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Take the time to stand and stare at London’s eclectic profusion of public art, from transport hubs to the Square Mile streets

SALES

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ILLUSTRATION: ANTHONY TAMBOURINI

FOR SALE

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Beautifully presented family house Lonsdale Road, SW13

Barnes Bridge Station: 1.1 miles

Beautifully presented property offering wonderful lateral living and entertaining space, double reception room, kitchen/dining room, 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms (2 en suite), south-facing garden, separate coach house, Council Tax Band = H, EPC = E

Freehold | 4,203 sq ft | Guide £4.25 million

Sam Bide Savills Barnes Residential Sales 020 8939 6913 sam.bide@savills.com

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Charming low built period home Ordnance Hill, NW8

St. John's Wood Underground Station: 0.3 miles

Charming gated period home located on the favoured east side of St. John's Wood, entrance hall, reception room, kitchen/dining room, principal en suite bedroom with dressing room, 2 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, study area/further bedroom, garden, off-street parking for 1-2 cars, Council Tax Band = G, EPC = D

Freehold | 1,955 sq ft | Guide £4.25 million

Zach Madison Savills St John's Wood & Regent's Park Residential Sales 020 3043 3609 zmadison@savills.com

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Modern Chelsea townhouse Seymour Walk, SW10 Gloucester Road Underground Station: 0.8 miles Versatile Chelsea townhouse with high quality specification throughout situated within a quiet and sought after cul-de-sac location, 3 reception rooms, kitchen, 4 bedrooms (2 en suite), further bathroom, utility, wine store, balcony terrace, private west-facing garden, Council Tax Band = H, EPC = B

Freehold | 2,817 sq ft | Guide £6.35 million

Matthew Morton-Smith Savills Chelsea Residential Sales 020 7578 9005 mmsmith@savills.com

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Superb penthouse apartment Belgrave Square, SW1X

Sloane Square Underground Station: 0.6 miles

Exceptional apartment with views overlooking gardens of Belgrave Square and skyline of the city, reception room, kitchen/dining room, 4 bedrooms (2 en suite), further bathroom, benefits from lift to both floors, south-facing terrace, Council Tax Band = H, EPC = D, Ground rent = £0 (5% increase every 25 years), Service charge = £26,471 per annum (reviewed every 100 years)

Leasehold (Lease Expiry 2136) | 2,680 sq ft | Guide £7.95 million

Richard Dalton Savills Sloane Street Residential Sales 020 7730 0822 rdalton@savills.com

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Lateral mansion flat with balcony Campden Hill Court, W8 High Street Kensington Underground Station: 0.4 miles Superb example of a lateral mansion flat, double reception/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, principal en suite bedroom, 3 further bedrooms (1 en suite), bathroom, cloakroom, basement storage [by separate negotiation], terrace, 2 Juliet balconies, 24hr porter, lift, Council Tax Band= H, EPC = C, Ground rent = £0 per annum (0% increase every 0 years), Service charge £6,475.70 per annum (reviewed annually)

Share of Freehold (Lease Expiry 2983) | 2,538 sq ft | Guide £5.45 million

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Stunning, lateral apartment positioned within an exclusive development on The Bishop’s Avenue. Allingham Court, The Bishop’s Avenue, N2 | Three Bedrooms | Three Bathrooms | 4,222 Sq Ft | £9,250,000 This apartment has been beautifully appointed throughout and designed using the highest of specifications and materials, offering three large bedroom suites, two reception rooms and a private wrap around large patio terrace. The development of only 12 apartments also benefits from state-of-the-art facilities including 24hour concierge, luxury indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna, individual security systems, CCTV, secured underground parking for three cars and a large, manicured communal garden.

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A spectacular semi-detached, period property with generous family accommodation. The property is located on a highly sought-after road on the doorstep of Wandsworth Common. Guide price £8,250,000 Knight Frank Wandsworth sam.sproston@knightfrank.com 020 4502 7251

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Built in 1805, this elegant stand-alone house occupies a unique peaceful position in leafy Blackheath with extensive gardens to the front and rear. Guide price £6,500,000 Freehold Knight Frank Canary Wharf lee.oneill@knightfrank.com 020 4502 8548

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A spectacular duplex apartment designed by Manhattan Lofts, situated in a converted church on the corner of Ledbury Road and Westbourne Grove. Guide price £4,850,000 Knight Frank Notting Hill caroline.foord@knightfrank.com 020 3813 3440

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A wonderful property located on one of London's most sought-after garden squares. The apartment is flooded with lots of natural light throughout. Guide price £1,795,000 Knight Frank Hyde Park tim.perks@knightfrank.com 020 4502 7867

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When we promise the world, we mean it. Last year, our buyers originated from 37 different countries, proving that alongside remarkable local expertise, we have an extensive international reach. So whether it’s Chelsea, China or the Czech Republic, speak to your local John D Wood & Co. expert with global connections. johndwood.co.uk

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Shawfield Street, SW3 Situated on the corner of Shawfield and Redesdale Streets is this superb lateral feeling period house, which enjoys three aspects and abundant natural light throughout. Approx. 2,365 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), drawing room, reception room, open-plan dining room, utility room, cloakroom, roof terrace. Freehold

Guide Price £4,850,000

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Abingdon Villas, W8 A beautifully presented Victorian home, positioned on a pretty tree-lined street near the green spaces of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Approx. 1,970 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), open-plan dining room, patio, garden. Freehold

Guide Price £3,950,000

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Bovingdon Road, SW6 Set in a location renowned for its abundance of good schools and excellent transport links, this modern home benefits from an expansive 26ft garden. Approx. 2,242 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), reception room, open-plan dining room, cloakroom, garden. Freehold

Guide Price £2,425,000

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Ravenscroft Road, St. George’s Hill This magnificent home combines bounteous living and entertaining space, and is set on a one acre plot within the renowned St George’s Hill private estate. Approx. 7,642 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 4 bedrooms, 4 en suite bathrooms, reception room, dining room, study, media room, indoor swimming pool with shower room, 2 cloakrooms, balconies, terrace, garden, off-street parking. Freehold

Guide Price £6,950,000

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Eaton Place, SW1X Flooded with natural sunlight throughout the day, this incredible first floor apartment is ideally positioned on one of the most prestigious streets in Belgravia. Approx. 1,237 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, 4 balconies. £4,500 Per Week | £19,500 Per Month (fees apply)

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Albany Street, NW1 £2,575,000 Located on the eastern border of egent s Park, a Grade II Listed egency townhouse with three spacious bedrooms. Arranged over five floors, this superb home has been tastefully refurbished throughout. The principal bedroom occupies the entire second floor with bespoke wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. n the lower ground floor, there is direct access to the garage, energy rating d. Dexters Fitzrovia. 66 Goodge Street, London, W1T 4NG T: 020 70 7 2401 E: fit roviasales@dexters.co.uk 82 Sales

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Adams Row, W1K £11,950,000 Set in the heart of Mayfair village, an exceptional four bedroom townhouse with ample accommodation. The home has a spectacular principal bedroom suite including a terrace and an ad oining bathroom with a free standing bath tub. There is the added luxury of a cinema room, a gym and a garage for two cars. Perfectly located close to Grosvenor Square and Mount Street Gardens, energy rating e. Dexters Mayfair. Grosvenor Street, London, W1K 3JL T: 020 7590 9590 E: mayfairsales@dexters.co.uk www.thelondonmagazine.co.uk

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Cadogan Square, SW1X £2,800 per week Positioned on a prestigious square, this two bedroom apartment has a grand double reception room leading onto a private balcony which offers wonderful views overlooking the communal gardens. There is also a formal dining room and a separate kitchen. Centrally located between Sloane Square and Knightsbridge, the property has easy access to the shops, bars and restaurants, energy rating c. Dexters Chelsea & Belgravia. 45 Sloane Avenue, London, SW3 3DH T: 020 7590 9500 E: chelsealettings@dexters.co.uk 84 Sales

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Bingham Place, W1U £5,000 per week An attractive mews house which has been recently refurbished to create a luxurious family home across five floors. The property provides excellent entertaining space with a generous reception room, a games room and a kitchen and dining room which would be ideal for hosting. In addition, there is a patio garden and a balcony. Situated close to all the local amenities of Marylebone High Street, energy rating e. Dexters Marylebone. 55 Weymouth Street, London, W1G 8NJ T: 020 7224 5545 E: marylebonelettings@dexters.co.uk www.thelondonmagazine.co.uk

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York Street, Marylebone W1H £2,350,000

A beautiful three bedroom triplex apartment set within a Grade II listed townhouse, ideally located for the boutiques and restaurants of Marylebone High Street. Three bedrooms | Two en suite bathrooms | Two south facing terraces 24 ft reception | Private entrance | 1,300 sq ft | Leasehold

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New Cavendish Street, Marylebone W1G £2,400,000

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Redcliffe Square, Kensington SW10 £1,795,000

EARLSCOURT.SALES@KFH.CO.UK | 020 7740 2020

Salem Road, Bayswater W2 £2,250,000

BAYSWATER.SALES@KFH.CO.UK | 020 4525 3278

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Marloes Road, Kensington W8 £5,243 pcm

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Culford Gardens, Chelsea SW3 £3,141 pcm

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Pelham Place, South Kensington SW7

Guide price £8,995,000

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Colville Road, Notting Hill W11

Guide price £3,500,000

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Tilton Street, Fulham SW6 £3,500,000

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Horbury Crescent, Notting Hill W10 £2,307 per week Unfurnished

An impressive modern four-bedroom house occupying approximately 3,009 sq ft, over two floors only. With over 700 sq ft of modern glazing this is an incredibly light and vibrant home.

An immaculate two-bedroom flat moments from Notting Hill Gate.

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St. Dionis Road, Fulham SW6 £1,400 per week

Cadogan Street, Chelsea SW3 £7,750,000

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A beautifully presented four-bedroom, three-bathroom family house, located on a sought-after residential street in Parsons Green.

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An outstanding newly refurbished five-bedroom townhouse with an attractive garden and off-street parking to the rear.

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St George Street, Mayfair W1S £770 per week

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Drayton Gardens, Chelsea SW10 £3,450,000 Share of Freehold

A spacious and light apartment situated on the sixth floor (with lift) in the heart of Mayfair.

An outstanding four-bedroom family apartment, full of light, situated on the first floor (with lift) of this highly regarded mansion building.

742 sq ft (68.97 sq m) Kitchen/reception room | Bedroom | Bathroom | EPC rating D Council tax band H

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Onslow Mews East, South Kensington SW7 £1,950 per week Unfurnished

Phillimore Terrace, Kensington W8 £6,150,000

An outstanding refurbished three-bedroom double-fronted house situated on a quiet corner close to Onslow Square.

An outstanding five-bedroom family house with a garden and off-street parking.

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MORTLAKE HIGH STREET, SW14 £3,250,000 LEASEHOLD

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

A wonderful Grade II listed property, sitting on a generous plot on the River Thames. Originally built in the early 17th century, the property now functions as an immaculate modern family home with plentiful living space. EPC: E. Council Band: F 020 8392 2217

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HOLLY WALK, HAMPSTEAD, NW3 £3,000,000 FREEHOLD

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

1 reception room

A unique detached home, sustainably, efficiently and intelligently built at the forefront of contemporary design. Spanning 1,349 sq. ft. over two floors, this impressive home sits within the tranquil Holly Walk Conservation Area. EPC: B. Council Band not available yet 020 3393 9642

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CROMWELL ROAD, SW7 £1,850 PW

3 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

A gorgeous penthouse apartment situated on the tenth floor of a modern development in South Kensington. The property benefits from a lift, gym, concierge service, and spectacular far-reaching London views. EPC: D. Council Band: H 020 7584 2014 KNIGHTSBRIDGELETTINGS@HAMPTONS.CO.UK

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CRESCENT GROVE, SW4 £10,000 PCM

5 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

4 reception rooms

Benefiting from a host of stunning original features, this newly decorated house offers over 3,600 sq. ft. of living and entertaining space. The exceptional family home is ideally located moments from Clapham Common. EPC: D. Council Band: H 020 3051 3875 CLAPHAMLETTINGS@HAMPTONS.CO.UK

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A truly beautiful three-bedroom apartment on the sixth floor of this prestigious building. The property boasts around 1,100 sq. ft. and comprises private balcony, lift and concierge service. EPC rating B Wandsworth Tenure – Leasehold 240 years and 1 month. | Service Charge – £5,363 per annum approx. | Ground Rent amount – £450 per annum approx. Local authority and council tax band – London Borough of Wandsworth, Band F.

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£1,125,000 share of freehold

A stunning three-double bedroom apartment arranged over two floors. The raised-ground floor comprises contemporary kitchen, dining room, bedroom and large living room leading to the south-facing garden. On the second floor there are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom. EPC rating C

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A rarely available Edwardian five-bedroom, two-bathroom semi-detached family home enviably situated within the highly coveted Kew Green Conservation Area. Affording well-proportioned rooms, this property flows across three floors measuring approx. 2,078 sq. ft. EPC rating E

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Local authority and council tax band – London Borough of Richmond, Band G.

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Queen’s Gate Terrace

South Kensington SW7

£4,500,000 share of freehold

A spacious fifth floor three-bedroom apartment spread over 2,369 sq. ft., close to Gloucester Road and South Kensington underground stations. Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are also located within few minutes’ walk. EPC rating D

South Kensington

Tenure – leasehold 976 years and 5 months. | Service Charge – £14,834 per annum. | Ground Rent amount – A red rose. Local authority and council tax band – London Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, Band H.

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101 on Cleveland, Fitzrovia W1T From £1,390,000 per apartment

A development with hotel-style amenities perfectly located in the heart of London’s West End Prime Central London location | Excellent travel connections 1, 2 & 3 bedroom Apartments & 4 exclusive Penthouses with private outside space | High quality specification 24-hour concierge | Residents’ gym & treatment room | Residents’ lounge | Podium landscaped gardens Ready For Occupation | Close to world class retail and dining | Within walking distance to top universities New Homes | newhomes@eu.jll.com | +44 (0)20 7087 5111

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The Westin Residences by Mariott, City of London EC4 £4,150,000 per apartment

A collection of 9 three-bedroom contemporary residences located in historic Queenhithe Dock 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | Reception room | Each apartment includes a riverside balcony Kitchens are bespoke Italian design, with high quality Gaggenau white goods and Quooker taps Direct and private access through to the hotel’s facilities | Full concierge and valet service provided by the hotel Gymnasium & spa as part of the 5 Star Westin Hotel | Access to exclusive hotel restaurants and bar | 24-hour concierge Walking distance from St Paul’s Cathedral & station | Moments from the banking and finance hub of The City of London New Homes | newhomes@eu.jll.com | +44 (0)20 7087 5111

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Cinnabar Wharf East, Wapping, E1W Extraordinary penthouse apartment with over 3,000 sq ft of outdoor space Leasehold | O.I.E.O £5,000,000 | 2 bedrooms | EPC rating: C Arranged over the 8th and 9th floor of the Berkeley Homes development, this breathtaking home delivers 360-degree views from its wraparound balcony and generous private roof terrace. The south facing aspect and floor-to-ceiling windows allow an abundance of natural light throughout. A vast reception room offers plenty of space for separate living and dining areas whilst still maintaining an open plan feel, providing the perfect entertaining space, with several access points onto the balcony. The principal suite comprises of built in wardrobes, a bathroom with dual sinks, separate w/c and its own gym area. The top floor is home to a spectacular circular room which would make an excellent office or

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Cleveland Avenue, W4 £2,100,000 Situated in the heart of Chiswick, this superb four-bedroom period house offers fantastic space. The ground floor has an impressive reception room with high ceilings, a large kitchen and dining room leading to the private west-facing garden. The first floor has three double bedrooms, while the master suite is on the second floor. 4 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms (2 en suite) • Cellar • Central Chiswick Chiswick office: 020 8994 2556

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G LOUCESTER STREET, SW 1V Arranged over two floors, an extensively refurbished three bedroom family home with a double reception room and a charming patio garden. Set on a highly sought after street in the heart of the Pimlico grid, energy rating d. • Three Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms • Double Reception Room • Fully Refurbished • Patio Garden • Newly Extended Lease

PIMLICO 020 7828 4050 pimlico@jackson-stops.com jackson-stops.co.uk

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£1,750,000 - LEASEHOLD

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ALB ERT EMBANKMENT, SE 1 Offering generous accommodation throughout, a three bedroom apartment with spectacular views of the River Thames. This property would be an ideal London home, pied-à-terre or investment opportunity, energy rating c. • Two Bedrooms • Reception Room • Dining Room • 24-Hour Concierge • Residents Gym • Underground Parking

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Guide price £4,250,000

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A beautiful, luxury three bedroom apartment set within an exceptional 1890’s Victorian period building, comes with the highest quality of fixtures and fittings.

Marylebone & Regent’s Park 020 7486 8866 marylebone@carterjonas.co.uk

Brushed and lacquered European Oak flooring • German-engineered Hacker kitchens • Princess White Italian marble surfaces • Under-cabinet concealed lighting • Blanco sink and taps • Integrated ceiling-mounted Bowers and Wilkins speakers

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ARLINGTON HOUSE, ST JAMES’S Nestled in prime St James’s with uninterrupted views of Green Park, yet adjacent to the best that London has to offer, this 2,400 sq. ft apartment is the ideal location to live, work and entertain. £7,500,000 Sole Agent

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Lancaster Mews, Bayswater W2

Guide price £2,985,000

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LUXEMBURG GARDENS W6 £4,975,000 A TRULY SENSATIONAL FAMILY HOME IN PRIME WEST LONDON 5 Double Bedrooms • Formal Reception • Formal Dining Room • Full Width Kitchen/Breakfast Room Study • 3 Bathrooms (2 En Suite) • Guest Cloakroom • Utility Room • Cellar & Eaves Storage • EPC Rating E 54 Council Tax Band H • Freehold

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GERTRUDE STREET, CHELSEA, SW10 A bright and well presented garden flat in the ever popular Victorian 10 acre estate in the heart of Chelsea. The property comprises one double bedroom, a reception room with fireplace, a kitchen and shower room. The bedroom has double doors that lead on to the private patio which then has direct access to the communal garden. The garden is south east facing and is well kept and sheltered. 1 bed · 1 bath · 1 reception · Garden · Approx 516 sq ft · Energy Efficiency Rating C · Council Tax Band E Length of lease: 86 years remaining Ground rent: No charge

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Exceptional apartment Bryanston Square, W1H

Hyde Park Underground Station: 0.4 miles 4 bedrooms (3 en suite), reception room, lift, Council Tax Band = G, EPC = C, available from 08.07.2022, 12 month minimum tenancy, deposit = £16,500, holding deposit = £2,750

Unfurnished | 2,011 sq ft | £2,750 pw (£11,917 pcm) + fees and other charges may apply* Christopher Saye Savills Marylebone & Fitzrovia Residential Lettings 020 3527 0406 christopher.saye@savills.com

Brilliant semidetached house Elm Park Road, SW3

South Kensington Underground Station: 0.8 miles 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, residents parking, patio garden, garage, Council Tax Band = H, EPC = E, available from 18.07.2022, 12 month minimum tenancy, deposit = £22,500, holding deposit = £3,750

Unfurnished | 2,828 sq ft | £16,250 pw (£70,417 pcm) + fees and other charges may apply* Oliver Mellotte Savills Chelsea Residential Lettings 020 7578 9015 omellotte@savills.com

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Wonderfully designed apartment Ebury Square, SW1W

Sloane Square Underground Station: 0.4 miles 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, balcony, lift, gym, concierge, access to communal gardens, Council Tax Band = H, EPC = B, available from 02.08.2022, 12 months minimum tenancy, deposit = £21,000, holding deposit = £3,500 Furnished | 1,754 sq ft | £2,950 pw (£12,783 pcm) + fees and other charges may apply* Georgina Bartlett Savills Sloane Street Head of Lettings 020 7824 9079 gbartlett@savills.com

Beautiful period apartment Eccleston Square, SW1

Victoria Underground Station: 0.4 miles 2 bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen, air conditioning, access to private gardens, Council Tax Band = E, EPC = C, available now, 12 months minimum tenancy, deposit = £11,700, holding deposit = £1,950 Furnished | 1,953 sq ft | £1,950 per week (£8,450 pcm) + fees and other charges may apply* Roderick Allan Savills Westminster & Pimlico Residential Lettings 020 3430 6874 roderick.allan@savills.com

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A beautifully designed, modern home on a quiet mews street close to vibrant Portobello Road. The house has been designed to a high standard and offers an abundance of natural light. Guide price £3,300 per week Knight Frank Notting Hill Lettings elizabeth.holder@knightfrank.com 020 7985 9995

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All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent a holding deposit will be payable which is equal to one week's rent (if an AST) and two weeks' rent (if not an AST), a tenancy deposit will also be payable which is equal to 6 weeks rent (if not an AST and/or the annual rent is over £50,000), or 5 weeks' rent (if an AST and/or the annual rent is below £50,000). If the landlord agrees to you having a pet you may be required to pay a higher deposit (if not an AST) or higher weekly rent (if an AST). An administration fee of £288 and referencing fees of £48 per person will also apply when renting a property (if not an AST). (All fees shown are inclusive of VAT.) For other fees that might apply, please ask us or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk/tenantfees.

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Strathray Gardens, Belsize Park NW3 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Reception room | Approximately 1,291 sq ft | EPC D 0.7 miles from Belsize Park Station

An exceptional second floor lateral apartment situated within a charming red-brick Victorian house. Ideally located for the boutique shops and eateries of Belsize Park and Swiss Cottage. Guide price £1,155 per week Knight Frank Belsize Park Lettings craig.walters@knightfrank.com 020 4502 7355

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Lowndes Square, SW1 Recently refurbished lateral 2 bedroom apartment on the raised ground floor of this period building with resident porter on this prestigious garden square in Belgravia. 950 sq ft. 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - Large Reception Room - Kitchen - Resident Porter - Lift - EPC Rating D - Council Tax Band H

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£1,695 per week * fees may apply * please visit www.plazaestates.co.uk/properties-to-rent/information-for-tenants

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