PROPERTY
IAN DAVIES
MICHELLE BRILEY
MANAGING DIRECTOR
ROLY MATTHEWS
HINCHLEY WOOD
GARETH DAVIES COBHAM
five offices in Surrey, they know the market very well and after nearly forty years in the business, Ian Davies knows what makes the area such a desirable place to live. “Surrey attracts people from all over the world, with the ACS International School in Cobham and an outstanding range of homes, combined with the countryside and fantastic transport links to London and both international airports; it’s easy to see why the area appeals to so many. Russian buyers have been a growing phenomenon of the last decade, so much so that Grosvenor Billinghurst has added a Russian section to our web site, and I have been out to visit clients face to face in Moscow, Kiev (Ukraine) and Cyprus. The same qualities that attract business people, large houses in private
settings and excellent transport communications, also attract celebrities, sportspeople, famous faces and even the odd rock star!” Private estates are in great demand because buyers want the security, privacy, setting and they have proven to be a great investment. “A prime example of this is the prestigious St. George’s Hill estate in Weybridge, one of the most sought after places to live in Surrey, where property prices start at around £3million,” says Ian Davies. “We recently sold a beautiful home at just under £9m, built by a retired footballer, the house was bought by a European family, who wanted to be near enough to commute to London, enjoy a leafy setting, but be able to send their children to good local schools.” Over 70% of Surrey is protected
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greenbelt and there are more publically accessible green spaces than virtually any other place in the country, so land is at a premium and there is a strong demand for new luxury homes. “We are often asked by clients to source a plot of land, or introduce them to respected developers. We are currently marketing Lime House, a brand new £2.495 million, high specification family home, in a prime central Esher location, which I’m sure will be snapped up pretty quickly!” “With more golf courses than any other English county, you’ll find many exclusive properties with amazing view of the greens. Probably the most renowned of these is the Wentworth Estate, which encompasses one of Surrey’s premier residential areas together with a world famous golf course,”
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says Davies. “We recently sold a property, in a spectacular setting, backing onto Moore Place golf course in Esher. As it was an off plan purchase the buyers were able to finish it to their own specification and even added a swimming pool to make the most of the view!” So with their dynamic new image, recent expansion into Esher and extensive knowledge, in this competitive and prime Surrey market, the future looks bright for Grosvenor Billinghurst.
For more information cantact Ian Davies, Grosvenor Billinghurst, 8 High Street, Cobham, Surrey KT11 3DY on 01932 588288 or visit the website at www.grosvenorB.co.uk
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