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COLLECTION BY THE WATER A HOME BY THE WATER OFFERS BOTH FANTASTIC VIEWS AND A CHANCE TO GET BACK TO NATURE
PREMIUM GOLFING GOLF IS OFTEN MORE THAN A SPORT, IT CAN ALSO BE A LIFESTYLE CHOICE
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98.96% of Fine & Country customers would recommend our services
Take their word for it. An overwhelming majority of those who had used Fine & Country would recommend our services to a family member or friend, according to our most recent survey taken by members of the public.* It is a privilege to consistently achieve such positive feedback and we will endeavour to maintain this result. We are dedicated to offering the best possible service to every customer, whether buyer or seller, from beginning to end.
Contact us now for a free valuation and benefit from this on: 01534 840022 | jersey@fineandcountry.com | www.fineandcountryjersey.com *“Brand Awareness Survey 2017� that was carried out on SurveyMonkey.
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CONTENTS
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DESIGN SCENE: DECORATING A NEW HOME
FINE & COUNTRY NEWS The latest news, events and happenings in the world of Fine & Country.
£345,000 Moving into a new property can be an £565,000 11% 1% overwhelming experience. Fine & Country Interior Design talks to their specialist design firms that AND THE HUMBER NORTH WEST assist homeowners settling into newYORKSHIRE homes. SOUTH WEST TOP 1%
ANNUAL CHANGE
ANNUAL CHANGE
£675,000
£420,000
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
4%
£405,000
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
6%
£620,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
15%
ANNUAL CHANGE
ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
3%
TOP 1%
TOP 5%
TOP 5%
£370,000
£610,000
average price
4%
EAST MIDLANDS
WALES TOP 1% SOUTH WEST
TOP 1%
TOP 5%
TOP 5%
TOP 1%
ANNUAL CHANGE
TOP 5%
£419,000
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
3%
£686,000
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
7%
average price
4%
WEST MIDLANDS TOP 1% SOUTH WEST
£598,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
9%
TOP 5%
£470,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
1%
SOUTH WEST TOP 1% SOUTH WEST
£955,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
1%
TOP 5%
£630,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
9% EAST OF ENGLAND TOP 1%
TOP 5%
£675,000
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ANNUAL CHANGE
SOUTH EAST
£1,150,000 average price
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
2%
TOP 5%
TOP 1%
£1,410,000 average price
£816,400
ANNUAL CHANGE
ANNUAL CHANGE
4%
average price
3%
MARKET ROUND UP
LONDON TOP 5%
TOP 1%
£1,508,000
£3,275,000
ANNUAL CHANGE
ANNUAL CHANGE
The cold gloomy weather is giving way to warmer spells.
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ESCAPE: A TEASPOON OF SUNLIGHT Summer in the UK can be an elusive thing. Michael Reed heads south, seeking sunshine in Cornwall.
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Golf is often more than a sport, it can also be a lifestyle choice. Daniel Price looks into the growing popularity of premium golf properties.
A home by the water offers both fantastic views and a chance to get back to nature. Lisa Preece finds spectacular homes by rivers, lakes and the sea.
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It can be difficult to find a balance between location, amenities and family life. Lisa Preece views a property that has the magic combination.
When most pubs are gastropubs, restaurants have to be creative to have impact. Giselle Whiteaker finds cuisine that is a cut above.
GOLF: PREMIUM GOLFING
PROPERTY FEATURE: A BALANCING ACT
P R O P E RTY H I G H L I G H T: BY THE WATER
CUISINE: THE GASTRONOMY GAME
THE COLLECTION MAGAZINE
THE JERSEY
ISSUE 2 2018
COLLECTION BY THE WATER A HOME BY THE WATER OFFERS BOTH FANTASTIC VIEWS AND A CHANCE TO GET BACK TO NATURE
PREMIUM GOLFING GOLF IS OFTEN MORE THAN A SPORT, IT CAN ALSO BE A LIFESTYLE CHOICE
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Penthouse design by Fine & Country CID Interieur. THE COLLECTION | 5 |
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Welcome to
Jersey
At Fine & Country Jersey, we offer a refreshing approach to buying and selling exclusive homes, and our specialist knowledge of high-value property is second to none. With many years in the property business, rest assured that we are undoubtedly at the top of the market place. We understand that moving home is one of the most important decisions you will ever make, and that your home is both a financial and emotional investment. ABOUT THE ISLAND A jurisdiction which protects the hard-earned wealth of its residents and offers some of the lowest direct tax rates in the world, Jersey’s enticing personal tax rate is a maximum of 20% and there are no capital gains or inheritance taxes. The island is globally renowned for its leading international business professionals, including accountants, bankers, lawyers, trust and investment specialists, all of whom are ready to help you structure your wealth.
VENDORS The bespoke service that we offer our vendors ensures that your property is seen locally and internationally through our marketing and the network of Fine & Country offices worldwide. PURCHASERS For those looking to relocate to Jersey, we don’t just sell bricks and mortar; we offer a lifestyle change and a comprehensive concierge service including retained property sourcing for sale and rent.
To discuss how we could help you find your ideal property, or to talk to us about selling your home, please contact us on +(44) 1534 840022 or email us - jersey@fineandcountry.com
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DESIGN
DECORATING A NEW HOME MOVING INTO A NEW PROPERTY CAN BE AN OVERWHELMING EXPERIENCE WHEN YOU HAVE TO
DECIDE HOW TO DECORATE AND WHAT TO DO FIRST. FINE & COUNTRY INTERIOR DESIGN TALKS TO THEIR SPECIALIST DESIGN FIRMS THAT ASSIST HOMEOWNERS SETTLING INTO NEW HOMES. Sit back and wait “When you move into a new property, do nothing to begin with,” advises Elaine Penhaul from Lemon and Lime Interiors. “The first couple of months in a new home are vital to learn how the space works for you and what changes and improvements you need.”
Plan your space “While you’re settling in, take the time to assess how the room layout and space works for you and your family,” says Preet Dhanoa from Mood Interiors. “A previous owner decided the dining room should be next to the kitchen, but that may not be the best layout for you.”
Neutralise the space “Painting over garish colours and wallpaper with light neutral hues before you commit to a new colour scheme is an important step towards defining the perfect colour scheme. This will help you understand how the light works around the house, what time each room has its strongest light, and which rooms don’t get much light at all. Choosing colours without understanding the light in a space is a mistake," says Elaine.
Make it your own “Once you are confident with your home design, make it your own,” says Preet. “Be brave and bold; don’t be afraid to add your own style and personality."
Take your time “We always recommend our clients put their room schemes together slowly. Take inspiration from objects you love: a piece of art, a much-loved family heirloom or a favourite armchair. Use your key pieces to create a theme for the colour, style and furnishing of a room,” says Elaine.
Take it one room at a time; start with one colour and introduce others layer by layer. Using accessories, soft furnishings and wall finishes can add depth and interest to your overall design." You can augment the atmosphere of your home by altering colours, textures or lighting – don’t be afraid to experiment and learn as you go – that’s half the fun."
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Design by Fine & Country Mood Interiors. TOP RIGHT AND ABOVE
Design by Fine & Country Lemon & Lime Interiors.
For more interior design tips, visit our blog at fineandcountry.com/uk/blog
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NEWS
NEWS POLO 10TH ANNIVERSARY
NEW IN SEVENOAKS
Join Fine & Country at their biggest event of the year: The Fine & Country Gold Cup polo tournament. Thousands of people will attend the exhilarating day of polo on Saturday 7th July at Dallas Burston Polo Club, near Royal Leamington Spa.
Sevenoaks is the latest location to join the Fine & Country network of estate agents in over 300 locations worldwide. The new office will be located in the centre of Otford Village, overlooking the only listed duck pond in England.
As the action unfolds on the pitch, families and friends will sample picnics and sip Prosecco as the horses race by. There is also fun to be had with fairground games, stalls selling local products, and food vendors. To celebrate the 10th anniversary, the event will run into the evening at a glittering celebration.
It is one of many new UK locations for the brand in 2018. Fine & Country Tunbridge Wells opened its latest office in mid-January, while Fine & Country Leicester and Fine & Country Bury St. Edmunds opened in February.
Tickets are complimentary, but donations of £10 per parked car are requested for the Fine & Country Foundation, which fights the causes of homelessness. Book your complimentary tickets or upgrade to a VIP package at www.fineandcountry.com/uk/polo
Fine & Country Sevenoaks 01959 525202 sevenoaks@fineandcountry.com Fine & Country Tunbridge Wells 01892 701900 tunbridgewells@fineandcountry.com Fine & Country Leicester 0116 296 7777 leicester@fineandcountry.com Fine & Country Bury St Edmunds 01284 718822 burystedmunds@fineandcountry.com
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NEWS
A HOLE IN ONE The Fine & Country summer event schedule is in full swing. The first calendar event was the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club in Surrey, where Fine & Country exhibited fantastic golf properties for sale around the world. The golfing competition, which ran from the 24 – 27 May, attracted some of the world’s best players. Fine & Country also ran a social media competition to win two tickets to the final day of the event, which saw Francesco Molinari claim the trophy ahead of Rory McIlroy at the renowned course. Fine & Country partnered with European Tour Properties to exhibit a collection of elite golf properties in some of the world’s most prestigious residential golf developments, including Bom Sucesso Resort, Black Mountain Golf Club and Resort, and PGA Catalunya Resort.
EARTHQUAKE ANNIVERSARY On 25 April 2015, a devastating earthquake struck Nepal. Tens of thousands of people were displaced, and thousands remain living in temporary accommodation. Three years later, The Fine & Country Foundation has rebuilt over half of the homes in the small mountain village of Thangpalkot1, where 86 of the 94 houses were flattened. A donation of £16,000 provided funding for 10 houses in March 2017, and a trek to Everest Base Camp in October 2017 raised an incredible £32,000 for a further 20 houses.
FAST-TRACKING GROWTH Fine & Country has had an extremely successful start to 2018, expanding rapidly in the first quarter of the year. The brand opened two new offices in Europe, in Cyprus and Cascais, Portugal.
The support for Thangpalkot1 continues in 2018: £1,296 was raised at the Fine & Country conference, and individual offices have pledged their support for the village. 50 houses have been funded and 41 of these are completed or receiving some finishing touches. For more information or to support the Foundation, visit www.fineandcountryfoundation.com
The new Fine & Country Cyprus office was launched by Nicos Anastasiades, President of the Republic of Cyprus, who gave a welcoming speech to more than 200 people. Fine & Country Cascais joins the network of 12 Portuguese offices in Comporta, Porto, Estoril, Chiado Lisbon, Marques do Pombal Lisbon and six locations along the Algarve.
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MARKET OUTLOOK
MARKET OUTLOOK WHAT THE NEW HOUSING MINISTER MIGHT MEAN FOR PRIME RESIDENTIAL MARKETS. The most recent housing market figures show prime (the top 5% of homes) and super-prime properties (top 1%) continue to increase in price across the UK. The most recently released figures show house prices to January 2018, and these demonstrate the largest prime growth over the last year has been in the West Midlands, where prices have grown by 9%. The super-prime market has seen massive 11% growth in the North East. But what is in store for the future? Changes in Westminster may have some impact on the nationwide property market. Following the departure of Amber Rudd, the reorganised cabinet sees James Brokenshire take over as the new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government. He has swiftly returned to senior office after he stepped down as Northern Ireland Secretary, owing to illness. His good relationship with the Prime Minister is significant because it makes it much more likely Theresa May’s vision for the housing market will become a reality.
What exactly is this vision? Looking through last year’s White Paper, the substance is mostly the position successive governments have taken – that the UK needs to build more homes. The government has mostly allied itself with the idea that developers are the "bad guys" for land banking. Land banking is the practice of buying land and waiting until the value of that land rises – perhaps indefinitely – instead of building homes. As a result, builders may be financially disincentivised to build. While this accusation is not without merit, the whole process is quite complicated. We are most concerned with the prime markets around the UK, so what might the changes mean for this segment of the residential market? The answer is probably “not much”. The market is still feeling the effects of the Stamp Duty hike, and we can’t see that changing any time soon. Contact your local Fine & Country office to find out more about the property market in your area and to request a market appraisal. Source: ResiAnalytics
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MARKET OUTLOOK
LATEST PRICE MOVEMENTS OF THE PREMIUM AND SUPER-PREMIUM REGIONAL MARKETS
NORTH EAST £345,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
£675,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
£420,000
£620,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
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6%
15%
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£610,000
average price
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4%
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3%
EAST MIDLANDS TOP 1%
TOP 5%
TOP 5%
£370,000
11%
TOP 1%
£405,000
average price
WALES TOP 1% SOUTH WEST
ANNUAL CHANGE
1%
average price
TOP 5%
TOP 5% ANNUAL CHANGE
4%
£565,000
average price
YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER
NORTH WEST TOP 1% SOUTH WEST
TOP 1%
TOP 5%
£419,000
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
3%
£686,000
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
7%
average price
4%
WEST MIDLANDS TOP 5%
TOP 1% SOUTH WEST
£598,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
ANNUAL CHANGE
9%
SOUTH WEST TOP 1% SOUTH WEST £955,000 average price ANNUAL CHANGE
£470,000
average price
1%
average price
1%
TOP 5%
£630,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
9% EAST OF ENGLAND TOP 1%
TOP 5%
£675,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
SOUTH EAST TOP 1%
TOP 5%
£1,410,000 average price
£816,400
ANNUAL CHANGE
ANNUAL CHANGE
4%
£1,150,000 average price
average price
ANNUAL CHANGE
2%
1%
average price
3%
LONDON TOP 1%
TOP 5%
£1,508,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
1%
£3,275,000 ANNUAL CHANGE
average price
1%
These premium price points are found by listing all residential transactions within a region and ordering them from lowest to highest price. We look at transactions that happened in the most recent month for which HM Land Registry has a complete dataset. The ‘top 5%’ figure is the price of the sold property that sits exactly 95% of the way up from bottom to top, otherwise known as the 95th percentile. The ‘top 1%’ sits 99% of the way up the distribution and is the 99th percentile. We aim to avoid big month-to-month variability by using a big sample size (i.e. an entire region), but some volatility is inevitable, owing to the fact that we are only looking at a small subset of the whole market. NB: Average price January 2018. Annual change January 2018 vs January 2017.
Source: ResiAnalytics
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SUMMER IN THE UK CAN BE AN ELUSIVE THING. MICHAEL REED HEADS SOUTH, SEEKING SUNSHINE IN CORNWALL.
As memories of the Beast from the East fade in the embrace of spring, I feel the need for warmth. I’m pleased when a teaspoon of sunlight gives the old melatonin a stir as I arrive at Burn Park in Bude, Cornwall, sandwiched between fields of sheep, majestic countryside, and the Atlantic Ocean. Burn Park is part of the Luxury Lodges portfolio, a collection of gorgeous resorts set amidst beautifully landscaped parklands. I’ve booked into The Glass House in the hopes of opening myself up to as much sun as possible. Entering The Glass House is a joy. At once, warm air suffused with the scent of pine assails the nostrils telling me to breathe in, like a hypnotist relaxing a patient. This is Honka Fusion, a sort of Finnish log cabin, which has a naturally relaxing influence and reduces the heart rate. I breath out slowly as I look at the bleached, wild Finnish pine ceiling and walls, which meet a heated, honey pine floor, flooded throughout with light streaming through 24 breathtaking windows. Outside, a moat of shingle, grass and decking is punctuated by a simmering hot tub. ABOVE
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My bed is dressed in gold-accented blue on a plush oatmeal carpet, which leads to a glass-panelled balcony. In the bathroom, a seaworthy-looking bath the size of a rowing boat sits on a deck-like floor and I cover myself in Temple Spa bath gel before plunging in. One of nine cinematic windows drops from ceiling to floor beside me. I periscope my head up above the gunwales to see what’s showing this evening and 50 or so of the aforementioned sheep stare back. I down periscope and ruminate on what I’ve gleaned so far. After check-in, I’d taken a wander. Thirty-two extraordinary houses are set in 75 acres here, each one unique, presenting a sort of architectural mosaic of slate, stone and shades of russet rock that feather naturally into the surroundings. Shaped beds of contrasting shingle, manicured lawns and raised flower beds bind the picture together. The spa, with its gorgeously warm pool, is adjacent to an impressive pile of Cornish rock that is the Bar and Reception. I pop open a bottle of Taittinger Champagne as an aperitif before dinner, from a generous welcome hamper, which includes all breakfast essentials, as well as Cornish fudge and, of course, clotted cream. A brief stroll away, I find the bar, which is light and airy with a soft, blue sofa that undulates, wave-like, along the wall’s length, while caged lights hang from looping ropes on the beamed ceiling. Chef Kevin Smith serves up a fine meal, completed with cheesecake and an indulgent dollop of clotted cream. Barmaid Shonagh ropes me into a game of Bingo to while away the evening – an eclectic mix of entertainment is on tap here, with a curry and quiz night and acoustic night in the pipeline. After a rather fine Malbec, I return to my lodge, where I slide into the hot tub with a tot of Taittinger. The Honka is working. The next morning, I decide to take the 20-minute stroll across nearby North Cornwall and Bude golf course to Bude. As I clump off, I refute Mark Twain’s view that “Golf is a good walk spoilt.” Not even a bad golf round could spoil today. The views are stunning and yesterday’s teaspoon of sunlight is now a cup that runneth over. In Bude, I find a helter-skelter of streets, with imminent summer propelling families around a maze of shops and onto Summerleaze Beach, where a giant sea pool retains water as the tide retreats. My eyes gorge on a rainbow of buckets and spades, boogie boards, surfboards, cafes, and seaside art. Cornish flags flap as I consider an offer of Cornish lessons or a lecture on the Romans in Mid Cornwall. Before I know it, I find myself encased head to foot in 5mm Neoprene, nervously clutching a surfboard. “You’ll be fine,” assures my instructor, Scott. After an hour or so of thrilling wipe-outs, I do feel fine.
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Glorious views abound; inside The Glass House; luxury awaits.
Back on dry land, Scott tells me that when there’s a spring tide, it’s possible to walk from nearby Crooklets Beach to Sandymouth Beach, with a couple of cafes on the way. I wish I had more time, as a return walk along the cliff path affords spectacular views of scenery and surfers alike. ”It’s proper special,” grins Scott. Evening finds me again retiring to my hot tub and Taittinger, and I reflect on my stay. Luxury, attention to the smallest detail, and friendly, engaging, diligent staff run through Luxury Lodges like the message in a stick of Cornish Rock. I want to stay forever. I raise my glass in a toast to the team at Burn Park and Luxury Lodges. This is “proper special.” Luxury Lodges specialises in hotel-quality, self-catering accommodation in some of Britain’s most desirable locations, encouraging guests to reconnect with the great outdoors and the ones who matter most. See www.luxurylodges.com for details.
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Keep your private life private with our discreet marketing service We understand that some people wish to remain anonymous when selling their home. Through our international network of over 300 locations, and our database of over 120,000 registered buying applicants, you can find the right buyer for your property quickly and efficiently without public marketing.
For more information or for a free valuation, please contact: +44 (0)1534 840022 Email: jersey@fineandcountry.com | www.fineandcountryjersey.com
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HAFOD HOUSE ST BRELADE JERSEY
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Share transfer. Situated in a much desirable location at Portelet, stands Hafod House with views overlooking agricultural land on the south and sea views of St Brelade’s Bay and Ouainse Bay from the rear garden. 5|
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Price £1,395,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
Although in need of modernisation, the property is found in good condition and offers five bedrooms and multiple spacious reception rooms with good light. There is a swimming pool, pool house, patio and garden area, also a cotils garden with direct pedestrian access to the hill leading to Ouaisne; the beach and Smugglers pub are just a short stroll away.
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LA RUETTES ST JOHN DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY! This attractive country home is one of only two properties situated on a quiet lane in a lovely rural setting, with more than enough space to create your own dream home or multiple units (subject to planning). The property is surrounded by its own land and currently consists of ten bedrooms, three bathrooms and four reception rooms including a large vaulted drawing room. Outside is a large west-facing garden, vegetable patch, courtyard, workshop, garaging for four cars and parking for ten. To the south of the house is a large agricultural field.
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Price ÂŁ1,830,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
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LE PONTERRIN ST SAVIOUR JERSEY
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Price ÂŁ2,250,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
Approached down a private drive, this is an impressive Grade 4 Listed country house with beautiful mature gardens in a lovely rural setting. The house has been extensively renovated and now offers versatile accommodation over four floors. The lower level recreational space offers all sorts of possibilities such as media room and gym, shower room and snug. Elegant reception rooms with views over the garden and surrounding countryside are found on the ground floor and the first floor offers four bedrooms (one is en suite), a house bathroom and house shower room. The spectacular master bedroom suite is located on the second floor and offers a perfect retreat.
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MEGHDOOT BONNE NUIT If you’ve always dreamed of a home at the beach, then look no further. Situated above the sleepy and picturesque fishing harbour of Bonne Nuit Bay is a versatile home of over 4,000 sq. ft., constructed in 1957, complete with five bedrooms in total, that could also be used as a three-bedroom bungalow and an integral two-bedroom cottage. There is easy access to a multitude of cliff top coastal walks and the scenery is breathtaking. Surrounding the house are low maintenance terraces all with amazing viewing points and access to the beach and beach cafe is easily available through your own land.
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Price £2,200,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
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VILLA CAPRI ST MARTIN JERSEY
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Price £2,250,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
A stunning coastal home situated adjacent to Mont Orgueil, with breathtaking sea views towards the French coast. Incredible scenery, beautiful beaches, a wealth of excellent restaurants and facilities make this property both the perfect family home, or “lock-up and leave” retreat. The house has been designed to maximise the amazing outlook, with the living spaces and bedroom suites benefiting from sea views, direct access to the balconies and terraced gardens. In addition, there is a self-contained ground floor studio apartment with its own kitchen and access. With a large integral four-car garage, together with forecourt parking to the front, this property is one not to be missed!
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VILLA COTE D’OR ST BRELADE A villa-style property situated at the end of a private lane with breathtaking sea views over St Brelade’s Bay. Although in need of redecoration and modernisation, the property offers spacious accommodation, with the main living rooms and master bedroom all on one level, taking full advantage of the uninterrupted, spectacular sea views. There are three additional bedrooms downstairs, a house bathroom and utility room, all with sea views and most with doors out onto the terrace and landscaped cotil garden. Externally are patios, a cotil garden, ample parking and a double garage.
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Price £2,450,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
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This impressive property, situated on Jersey’s beautiful north coast enjoys wonderful views of both sea and countryside. 4|
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Price £2,495,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
Built in 1995, the property sits in an impressive 14 vergees of land including meadow, woodland and a private field. It is approached by a long driveway ensuring optimum peace and privacy. The immaculate grounds that surround the granite house, including a heated pool, allow for the most tranquil living. The house has four/five bedrooms with numerous reception rooms, many of which boast a spacious and grand scale. With two bathrooms recently refurbished and a sizeable eat-in kitchen, the property’s layout makes it suitable for a growing family or a two generation home.
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Tax services for international clients Located on the island, our dedicated team offers the specialist services needed to assist in migrating to Jersey. Smith & Williamson operates the largest UK tax team in Jersey, able to assist with Jersey tax advice, UK tax advice, tax-return filing, estate planning, structuring and applications for Jersey high-value residency. Welcome to Jersey The island of Jersey has many charms that would attract potential high-net worth residents. Its 48-mile coastline is a gateway to an island with a high quality of life, low crime rates, stunning scenery, sunny climate and close proximity to France. The island has strong historical ties to Britain. Jersey offers individuals and businesses a favourable tax environment. The income tax rate is 20%, and the island has no capital gains tax, no gift, wealth or inheritance taxes. Successful applicants under the high value residency scheme benefit from favourable tax rates; the first £625,000 of income is taxed at the rate of 20% and the balance at 1%. Jersey property income is always taxed at 20%. The Smith & Williamson team led by Andrew Shaw and Garry Bell have been completing applications for residency for both businesses and families for 25 years. They have unparalleled experience in understanding and advising on both the UK Statutory Residence rules and the Jersey application process, which are central to moving to Jersey.
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THE BARN ST SAVIOUR JERSEY
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A newly converted and extended four to six bedroom barn conversion, offering luxurious accommodation finished to a high and exacting contemporary styled specification. With over 5,000 sq. ft. of accommodation the house is perfect for family living. The heart of the home is a modern country-style kitchen with a vaulted ceiling and two walls of bifolding doors providing access and views over the front and rear gardens and fields beyond. A granite garage block with a large single garage and carport are located in the courtyard along with a secret walled garden. Included in the sale is a meadow and two agricultural fields.
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MURCHISON HOUSE ST BRELADE Located within the peaceful Les Creux Country Park above Beauport Bay and constructed only 3 years ago, this luxury house boasts two reception rooms, a large fully fitted and equipped family kitchen with ample space for dining and relaxing, a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, dressing room and balcony overlooking the garden along with five further bedrooms, four of which are suites, and a home cinema room/gym.
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Surrounding the house are mature manageable gardens, lawn, heated pool, pool house and sun terraces all facing south and west offering great privacy. The property is approached through electric gates and there is ample parking and an integral double garage.
Price ÂŁ3,250,000 Office Jersey Contact 01534 840022 jersey@fineandcountry.com
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BEAU DESERT ST SAVIOUR JERSEY
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Beau Desert is an outstanding period property dating back to the 1400s that has been subject to considerable renovation over recent years. Within the main house there are four reception rooms, six large bedrooms and four bathrooms, whilst the detached two-bedroom lodge would be ideal for staff or guests. The property occupies 3.5 acres of magnificent landscaped gardens with an all-weather tennis court, a fantastic swimming pool complex with pool house and gymnasium, and a large four-car garage block. This exquisite property offers total privacy and seclusion, yet is in close proximity to major schools, colleges and St Helier.
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LA POMPE ST MARY Approached down a long sweeping drive, standing in its own site of approximately three vergees of mature gardens and orchard, this stunning 7,297 sq. ft. period property is nicely tucked away in a peaceful location. The house has been beautifully refurbished and a new wing has been added which offers a spectacular kitchen/diner flowing seamlessly through to the numerous reception rooms on the ground floor, whilst upstairs there are five double bedrooms and house bathroom. Although all linked, there is also an integral two-bedroom dower cottage which would be ideal as a separate non-qualified unit or staff/guest accommodation. A detached triple garage has also been created, along with a good size swimming pool and gym.
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CENTURY HOUSE ST JOHN JERSEY
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A sizeable modern country estate set in an idyllic rural position surrounded by countryside as far as the eye can see. The home offers an impressive 15,000 sq. ft. of accommodation, 12 acres of gardens, apple orchards and agricultural land. Approached via a long gated driveway, this is a perfect home for a large family, with its eight bedrooms, numerous reception rooms, a huge home office with distant sea views of the coast and other Channel Islands, a large fitness gym, separate two-bedroom staff/guest cottage, extensive garaging and ample parking. Formal gardens surround the house; there is a swimming pool and space for a tennis court if required. Close by is the village of St John and the dramatic north coast cliffs. The airport and St George’s School are only a 10-minute drive away.
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ST PETER’S HOUSE ST PETER A handsome historic estate of grand proportions incorporating a ten-bedroom manor house, a detached four-bedroom granite cottage and a three-bedroom bungalow along with a home office, staff accommodation and granite outbuildings suitable for conversion. Approached down a sweeping drive the property is surrounded by over 20 acres of domestic and agricultural land. The grounds include a swimming pool, pool house, mature formal gardens and a classic walled kitchen garden. St Peter’s House is well located for easy access to Jersey Airport, golf clubs, schools and beaches.
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LANDSCAPE FARM RURAL ST HELIER JERSEY
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The private gated driveway leads you to the imposing 16,000 sq. ft. main house. In addition there is a separate lodge providing four oversize garaging spaces and two spacious self-contained two and three bedroom units. The property enjoys beautiful and tranquil grounds, with a heated swimming pool, hard tennis court and extensive garaging with ample parking. Offering a range of magnificently appointed and elegantly proportioned accommodation which has been interior designed by Lady Henrietta Spencer-Churchill, this is arguably one of the finest newly constructed home on the island.
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GOLF
PREMIUM
GOLFING
GOLF IS OFTEN MORE THAN A SPORT, IT CAN ALSO BE A LIFESTYLE CHOICE. DANIEL PRICE LOOKS INTO THE GROWING POPULARITY OF PREMIUM GOLF PROPERTIES.
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Premium golf properties are just that, commanding a price premium when located on a spectacular golf course. European Tour Properties prides itself on offering the finest golf property across a wide range of world-class golf courses and resorts, and golfers and property buyers know to expect nothing but the best when purchasing a European Tour property. Taking a glance at European Tour Properties’ portfolio, it’s easy to see why.
premium of 9.5% over non-golf-facing properties. This means those keen to invest in golf course properties are happy to pay more to have a view of the course.
Premium golfing is at the heart of European Tour Properties’ philosophy, as evidenced by their portfolio of 27 worldclass golf venues, spread across three continents. Each of these stunning settings has a close association with the European Tour and, therefore, the standard of the property at each venue is extremely high, matching the quality of the golf courses themselves.
Apartments, town houses and semi-detached villas are all available at PGA Catalunya, with the latter set in a private garden enclave nestled between the fairways of the Stadium Golf Course. The luxurious, open-plan living accommodation features a swimming pool, sun terrace, private gardens and large master bedrooms, with en suite and separate dressing areas. It’s evident purchasers are happy to pay a premium when buying property at PGA Catalunya, as the most recent La Selva semi-detached villas have all been sold.
A recent survey conducted by European Tour Properties aimed to discover the real estate property price premiums associated with buying a property on a golf course, and there were some interesting results. Data from nine European Tour Properties’ network venues, which includes all property for sale at each venue, showed properties facing the golf course carry an average price
Resorts such as PGA Catalunya command higher premiums. This is a stunning venue, where contemporary lifestyle meets smart design and award-winning development embraces nature.
The survey also demonstrated that golf properties within European Tour Properties’ network venues accrue a 19% premium over properties for sale outside the resort. This can be seen with villas at Quinta do Lago, Portugal and Terre Blanche, France.
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Set amongst the rolling hills of Provence, in the midst of oak and pine trees, Terre Blanche was ranked No 1 Golf Resort in Continental Europe by Golf World magazine. Off-plan villas and plots of land are available here, with each villa owner offered a full range of services as well as resident membership to the Terre Blanche golf club. Interestingly, and perhaps surprisingly, the survey by European Tour Properties showed only 34% of property buyers are golfers and 66% are non-golfers, with the largest number of golfers buying property at Black Mountain Golf Club and Resort, Thailand. Finally, one of the resorts that has the highest number of international property buyers is Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai. Golfers are clearly attracted to the world-class golf course here, in addition to the luxurious properties. Split into 13 unique communities, Jumeirah Golf Estates features properties including individually designed villas, apartments and townhouses, which overlook two of the world’s top golf courses. Golf properties command a premium for numerous reasons, including the high quality of accommodation, tremendous locations, fantastic lifestyle, first-rate amenities and superb golf courses. Owning a golfing property is fast becoming the ideal way to live, for golfers and non-golfers alike.
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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHT
BY THE
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A HOME BY THE WATER OFFERS BOTH FANTASTIC VIEWS AND A CHANCE TO GET BACK TO NATURE. LISA PREECE FINDS SPECTACULAR HOMES BY RIVERS, LAKES AND THE SEA.
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1. GWAUN VALLEY, PEMBROKESHIRE
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Tregynon is a farmhouse believed to date back to the 14th century, with a three-bedroom annexe and two-bedroom granary. It is set in around 5 acres, overlooked by Carn Ingli within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The property has natural ponds and a waterfall within the grounds.
This property is so close to a beach that the sand touches the wall. Vention House is on the edge of Putsborough Beach, accessible through a gate from the garden. People travel for miles to visit this beach, but from Vention House, the views from Baggy Point to Woolacombe are year-round.
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2. HOUGHAM, LINCOLNSHIRE
7. HUNTINGDON, CAMBRIDGESHIRE
This Lincolnshire Manor House was once owned by Sir Hugh de Bussey's family, who settled here at the time of William the Conqueror. Later, it became the hunting lodge of the Brudenell family, of Lord Cardigan fame. The estate includes 30 acres, with the River Witham winding through. £2,800,000 Fine & Country Stamford stamford@fineandcountry.com 01780 750 200
3. LONG SUTTON, LINCOLNSHIRE South of the market town of Long Sutton is South Holland House, a Georgian property looking down a fenland waterway. It is a wildlife haven, where swans paddle on the water and muntjac deer roam free. The property has four bedrooms, two bathrooms and four reception rooms. £450,000 Fine & Country North & West Norfolk wendy.graham@fineandcountry.com 01553 769100
4. AMBLESIDE, CUMBRIA Balla Wray is set in landscaped grounds with views over Lake Windermere. Set in mature woodland above the shoreline, the property has a boathouse with a wet dock and jetty on the lakeshore. It includes the five-bedroom main house, a three-bedroom cottage and an outbuilding with a gym. £4,750,000 Fine & Country Lakes & North Lancs sales@fineandcountry-lakes.co.uk 01539 733500
5. FULHAM, LONDON This new two-bedroom apartment has views of the river from its wrap-around balcony. The apartment includes two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an openplan reception, with a custom-designed kitchen. The development has a 24-hour concierge and a private fitness centre. £1,799,000 Fine & Country Fulham fulham@fineandcountry.com 020 7731 0031
Mickle Hill Grange is an architect-designed estate with over 18 acres of lawns and two lakes. Built in 2014, this residence has been finished to a high standard, incorporating all of the latest smart home technology. Highlights include a cinema room, party room, gym and sauna. £4,000,000 Fine & Country St Neots inresidence@fineandcountry.com 0330 333 1060
8. BROADSTAIRS, KENT At the end of a private road on the Kent coastline sits a fantastic family home. It is by the sea, and there is a private gate opening onto the adjacent golf course. The Blue Flag Botany Bay beach is nearby, and Kingsgate Bay is ideal for a quiet swim. Surfing enthusiasts will enjoy Joss Bay. £950,000 Fine & Country Canterbury canterbury@fineandcountry.com 01227 479317
9. BLAKENEY, GLOUCESTERSHIRE This refurbished listed farmhouse is within a small riverside village, roughly equidistant from Chepstow and Gloucester. Believed to date from the 16th century, it was extended with a single-storey kitchen and garden room. Many of the rooms enjoy views over farmland and the River Severn. £800,000 Fine & Country Chepstow chepstow@fineandcountry.com 01291 629799
10. SOUTHSEA, HAMPSHIRE This home is close to the Victorian promenade at the Southsea beach, and right by Canoe Lake. This popular man-made lake is home to young swans in winter, with up to 60 juveniles congregating here. The Edwardian family home provides 3,431sq. ft. of living accommodation over three primary floors, with seven bedrooms. £1,050,000 Fine & Country South East Hampshire drayton@fineandcountry.com 023 93 277277 THE COLLECTION | 35 |
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A BALANCING ACT IT CAN BE DIFFICULT TO FIND A BALANCE
BETWEEN LOCATION, AMENITIES AND FAMILY LIFE. LISA PREECE VIEWS A PROPERTY THAT HAS THE MAGIC COMBINATION.
Surrey is known for being the garden of London, and many who have made their fortune in the capital look to this beautiful county, full of rolling hills and open countryside, to settle down. It is no surprise, then, to spot stunning mansions tucked behind gates and over perfectly landscaped hedges. Welcome to Kingswood. In this large village, there is an extraordinary number of millionaire mansions. The heart of the village surrounds the station, which has direct trains to London Bridge in just over 40 minutes, making it the perfect base for someone who needs access to London for work. There is a quaint row of shops and restaurants next to the station, but it is off the public roads that the real excitement begins. Delve into the Kingswood Warren to find an array of beautiful homes. From the air, the luxury estate looks like a rural paradise, with more trees to be seen than the houses that nestle in-between. Looks can be deceiving as, on closer examination, it becomes clear this is not a regular estate but, rather, one where each property is more striking than the next. To the southeast of Kingswood, there are two golf courses bordering the beautiful homes. Naturally, this means some of the properties enjoy golf-course views. The Kingswood course was designed in the 1920s by
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five-time Open Champion James Braid. In recent years, architects have enhanced the course and the feedback from players has been better than ever. Keen golfers appreciate having access and views of a course from home, and that is exactly what is on offer at Gleneagles, a stunning architect-designed property in the Kingswood Warren. On a summer's day, it’s a joy to wake up, open the large bi-folding doors in the master suite, and step out onto the balcony to watch the progress of golfers on the course. The views are one of the highlights of this new four-bedroom home, but there is more to be discovered inside. The interiors encompass the best in modern design flair, with striking features combining to make this a property of excellence, including floor-to-ceiling bifolding doors, air conditioning and high-specification technology throughout. The property has been designed with contemporary family living in mind. The relaxed open-plan living area, which leads on to two further reception rooms, features a modern spiral staircase. It makes for great socialising between the kitchen and living areas, with quiet nooks for reading or working. Following the smooth curves of the stairs leads to the first floor, which holds four bedrooms, each with its own luxurious bath or shower room suite and fitted wardrobes. The master suite also has a large dressing room, smaller dressing area, and a large balcony with views over the golf club. In fact, all of the bedrooms have shared or private balconies. Once the sun has set, venture downstairs to the lower floor for entertainment. There is a gymnasium, sauna, steam room, games room, kitchen, and an exceptional home cinema room, designed for perfect acoustics. The garden is a pleasant place to be after dusk, as the lighting design sets a relaxed tone on the decking and the ornate ponds with attractive water features. There is also a screened hot tub area, perfect for cooler evenings outdoors. Gleneagles is a fantastic home for a growing family, particularly with the wide choice of state and independent schools nearby, including Chinthurst, Aberdour, and Kingswood Primary. Further schooling includes Dunottar, Micklefield, and Reigate Grammar in the nearby town of Reigate. For transport, Kingswood station provides services into London and the M25 is accessed via junction 8 under two miles away, providing connections to the wider motorway network as well as Gatwick and Heathrow airports. Property details: GLENEAGLES £2,750,000 Fine & Country Kingswood zoe@fineandcountry.com 01737 361014 THE COLLECTION | 37 |
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GASTRONOMY GAME WHEN MOST PUBS ARE GASTROPUBS, RESTAURANTS HAVE TO BE CREATIVE TO HAVE IMPACT. GISELLE WHITEAKER FINDS CUISINE THAT IS A CUT ABOVE.
In 2011, 20 years after restaurateurs Michael Belben and David Eyre took over a London pub called The Eagle and turned it into what is credited as the first gastropub, The Good Food Guide banned the word “gastropub” from all future editions. They felt it was overused. Today, the use of the G-word has undoubtedly caught up with The Good Food Guide’s sentiments. The British dining scene is packed with gastropubs, which in turn, are packed with punters. Everyday food has been bumped up a notch, making it harder for restaurants to stand out, unless they have a Michelin star. If you know where to look, however, there are eateries upping the gastronomy game. Take Southam Street, the sister restaurant to 108 Garage, which is 3 minutes down the road in North Kensington. 108 Garage threw its doors open last year with no publicity, and quickly became a goto spot for foodies in the know. Southam Street looks set to follow in its footsteps. From the outside, the three-storeyed former Victorian pub at the foot of Erno Goldfinger’s Brutalist, 1970s era Trellick Tower gives nothing away. My friend Russell and I nearly miss it, noticing the subtle signage above the door on the street corner in the nick of time. Inside, the ground level is a temple to grilling. An open kitchen and marble bar counter fills the centre of the spacious dining area, and it’s bustling. On the first floor, Raw – just across from a cosy saké bar – is somewhat more sedate, although voices drift in from the terrace, where diners are making the most of the balmy evening. We take a seat in front of what was likely once a fireplace. From this vantage point we can see three chefs behind the counter working their magic. The décor here is a mishmash of modern pub meets Asia, with rattan ceiling drapes, a curved feature wall of jungle wallpaper, and a fabulous spindly modern chandelier that looks like it has been crafted from kitchen pots. “A drink to start?” asks COO and partner of the group Juan Rafael Bosc, recommending the sparkling saké, a tipple that is fast gaining popularity. The sweet fizz has none of the rough edges of regular rice wine – and a lower alcohol content – tasting more like Prosecco, with a mild saké nose. It’s dangerously moreish. FROM TOP DOWN Smoked duck breast; cobia ceviche; steam bao buns.
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We pour over the menu, an intriguing blend of Asian and Peruvian influences, with raw dishes on one side and grill on the other. The flavour combinations see worlds collide: Argentine shrimp with British caviar; Scottish scallops with brown butter ponzu; smoked duck breast with a vibrant mango salsa. “What do you recommend?” I ask Juan. His face lights up when he talks about the Iberico pluma, a cut of meat taken from the neck of the Iberian Black Hoofed pig, so we add that to our list. Juan writes nothing down, but when I profess scepticism of him remembering all seven items, he reels them off without pausing, in the order they’ll be served. We start with sweet potato and cassava chips with yuzu avocado, from the “Nibbles” section. The sweetness of the former with the saltiness of the latter pairs beautifully with the tangy yuzu in the creamy avocado to create umami, the “fifth taste”. This leads onto the double salmon sushi roll with pickled cucumber and kimchi spicy sauce, topped with thinly grated, deep-fried sweet potato for crunch. Next are our two sushi selections: aburi sea bream with truffle miso powder and seared Chu-Toro (medium fatty tuna) with a spicy chimichurri salsa. “They all melt in the mouth,” says Russell. “There’s no chewing required. It’s been a long time since I’ve had sushi like this.” Our final raw dish is cobia ceviche, the folds of fish sitting on a bed of black quinoa, flanked by splashes of tomato and basil tiger milk. It’s a colourful palette that tastes as good as it looks.
Japanese cuisine. We’re back to hands for the ribs, the earthy miso tempered by fresh lime, with just enough spice to make our lips tingle. It’s all I can do not to lick my fingers. For dessert, we tuck into a divine gooey-centred chocolate moelleux with smooth green tea ice cream. Juan also recommends the fresh strawberry chawanmushi, which he describes as “Japanese egg custard without the egg.” It’s smooth and light, topped with an artistic display of berries and cashew and sesame crunch. “Those ribs… and the pluma…” says Russell as we prepare to leave. We both lick our tingling lips. Gastropubs may be on every corner, but not this one. Southam Street is a cut above, fusing inspiring flavours into every bite.
When the steamed bao buns arrive, packed with spiced fried chicken and kimchi, we set our chopsticks aside and dive in with our fingers. We’d considered sharing just one, but when I bite into the soft, white bun and crispy chicken, I’m glad we didn’t. Some food is too good to share. The pluma, looking more like lamb than pork, and Russell’s choice of baby back ribs in a sticky chipotle miso arrive at the same time, along with a side of grilled asparagus. The deep smoky flavour of the pluma elicits groans of pleasure and we cleanse our palates with pickled nashi (Asian pear), which trounces the pickled ginger found in standard To book a table at Southam Street, see www.southamstreet.com
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP The ground floor of Southam Street; two of the chefs at Raw; beef picanha.
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YORKSHIRE & NORTH EAST COUNTY DURHAM Darlington Durham City Wynyard
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TYNE AND WEAR Newcastle upon Tyne South Shields
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