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Local Market properties
The following pages showcase a few properties that are currently available. To learn more, visit www.cooperbrouard.com or call one of our Local Market team.
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Les Fauconnaires
One of the islands finest Local Market residences.
Les Fauconnaires lies just one and a half miles from the centre of St Peter Port yet enjoys a lovely rural setting in a sheltered valley, neighbouring agricultural land and other traditional stone farmhouses. The extensive accommodation features a grand entrance hall and well-proportioned main reception rooms along with less formal family living space with traditional farmhouse character. Overlooking its beautiful, landscaped gardens with heated pool, agricultural land totalling over 9 acres and large barn providing garaging, snooker room and store, this fabulous home offers a host of facilities and further scope for the discerning purchaser.
Property details
Lounge, dining room, conservatory, kitchen, breakfast room, study, garden room, gym, 5 bedrooms (all en suite), utility. First Floor Wing: Living room, kitchen, bedroom with en suite bathroom, separate wc. Double garage, garden store, snooker room, attic store. Gardens with pool, parking and agricultural land.
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1 Les Grandes Maisons Morley
A stunning property appealing to those seeking a top quality investment with a tenant in situ until June 2021.
A distinct three storey semi-detached home within an acclaimed chapel conversion. “1 Les Grandes Maisons Morley” has recently been upgraded throughout and now provides the ultimate in quality and style - a super Mobalpa kitchen, Hulsta wardrobes, fabulous bathroom suites and mood lighting. There is parking for 2 cars, a private south facing patio off the kitchen/breakfast room and attractive low maintenance garden off the lounge/dining room. Situated close to Blue Bell woods and the beautiful cliff paths surrounding Fermain Bay, yet within easy walking distance of both central St Peter Port and St Martin’s.
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Lounge/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, Gardens and parking for 2 cars.
separate wc, 3 double bedrooms all en suite.
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£715,000
Pelion
Detached and substantial house a short stroll from the west coast beaches, amenities and lovely walks.
This spacious reverse plan house takes full advantage of its fabulous location on Albecq Headland with stunning sea views from the reception rooms and balcony. The extensive accommodation offers up to five bedrooms, ample parking, a garage and easily managed paved garden.
£1,050,000
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lounge. Dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, 5 bedrooms ( 1 ensuite) bathroom, shower/wet room. Garage, parking & garden.
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Eight-step guide to buying and selling property in Guernsey
Buying a new home is a major milestone for all of us but it can be a challenging process. Happily there are things that you can do to improve the chances of everything going smoothly and achieving a happy outcome.
Nicholas Le Poidevin
Lead Conveyancer nicholas.lepoidevin@ogier.com T: 01481 752344
Daniel Harradine
Conveyancing Clerk daniel.harradine@ogier.com T: 01481 752255
1. Finance
Before you start house hunting, you need to know how much you can borrow and what price you can afford to offer. Mortgages can be obtained direct from a bank or through a mortgage broker; explore all of your options. Talk to your lawyer to get a full breakdown of all fees and costs that will be involved so that you have the full picture. Make sure that the information you provide on your loan application is accurate and complete. If an offer of a loan is conditional on insurance policies being in place, make sure that they are in place before completion. Read any loan offer carefully to make sure that you understand and agree with its terms before signing it and returning it to your lender or mortgage broker. Check that your loan can be in place by your target completion date to avoid last minute delays.
2. The property
Valuations and structural surveys will give some comfort that the house is worth what you are paying and that it should not require major unexpected work. Think about how easy the property might be to re-sell and whether there might be any issues with neighbouring properties. If you are buying from a developer, ask what will be included in the price and what guarantees are going to be provided.
3. Choose the right lawyer
It is never too early to instruct your lawyer to get valuable guidance right from the outset. Always give your lawyer clear instructions and provide updates if there are changes to the transaction.
Make sure you choose a lawyer who you can have a good relationship with and who has the experience and expertise to give you the best service. Understand that a lower fee may mean a compromise on the service that you will receive.
4. Population management
You must hold a valid certificate or permit under The Population Management Guernsey Law, 2016 in order to live in a property in Guernsey. Further information is available at www.gov.gg/populationmanagement
5. Insurance
Your lender will want to be satisfied that you have comprehensive buildings insurance in place from the moment that you buy your home. Make arrangements to have cover lined up to “go live” as soon as you need it. You may wish to consider taking out life, critical illness or disability insurance cover.
6. Arrange removals
Give your removal company as much notice as you can. An experienced removal firm will understand that completion dates are not 100% certain and will bear with you should the date have to change.
7. Utility companies
No-one wants to move in to find that they can’t boil the kettle for that much needed cup of tea. Application forms can be downloaded from websites and should be returned at least four days before completion. If inadequate notice is given, services may not be available when you move in or you might have to pay connection costs.
8. Timescales
A great deal of planning has to be undertaken to ensure that everything happens when it should. Working to a realistic timetable is important. Although quicker completions are possible, it is wise to allow at least four weeks from the date of instructing your lawyer to buy your property.
Whether you’re buying, selling or investing in property, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us using our contact details above.
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Bloomfield £1,375,000
Substantial detached modern chalet bungalow which sits centrally on a large plot measuring just under 2 acres in rural St Andrew’s.
The well proportioned accommodation includes a large lounge and spacious kitchen/dining room fitted with an extensive range of units which opens into a generous utility room. Four double bedrooms, can easily become five if so desired. Externally lawned gardens wrap around the property and to the rear a covered patio makes an ideal al fresco dining and entertaining area. Stable block comprising of 4 large loose boxes with separate tack room and hay store. Agricultural fields.
Property details
Lounge, conservatory, kitchen/ dining room, utility, shower room, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 ensuite), utility, separate wc. Garage, parking, gardens.
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Bunbury Cottage
This charming, detached traditional house enjoys an idyllic location just yards from the cliff paths of St Martin’s and offers surprisingly spacious accommodation with great character.
The property has parking and a very easily managed courtyard garden and is presented in excellent condition having been well maintained over many years by the current owners. A lovely home in a fabulous location.
£625,000
Property details
Lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, sun room, 3 bedrooms, bathroom. Courtyard garden and parking.
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Agricultural Fields
Le Pibot £70,000
Route des Coutanchez, St Sampson’s, GY2 4GA Located in a central and convenient location in an area marked for Biodiversity. This agricultural field measures approximately 5 vergee and 16.49 perch (just over 9,000sq meters/2.24 acres). The whole area is enclosed by a low earth banks with good vehicular access from the road. Lower Rohais £150,000 Lower Rohais, St Andrew’s GY6 8YZ Located on the outskirts of St Peter Port, this agricultural field measures approximately three acres and offers good quality soil on gently sloping land. The whole area is enclosed by a low granite wall on the road side and earthbanks with good vehicular access.
Les Forgettes £60,000
Les Forgettes, Rue de la Petite Hurette, Castel GY7 9LL Located close to Kings Mills, this agricultural field measures approximately 4 vergee and 0.99 perch (6,600 sq meters). The whole area is enclosed by a low earth banks with good vehicular access and offers good quality, well drained and
gentle sloping land with a wooded area to one side.
La Corbiere £80,000
La Corbiere, Forest GY8 0JG Two neighbouring agricultural fields measuring approximately 6 vergee 11.98 perch. Two neighbouring agricultural fields measuring approximately 6 vergee 11.98 perch (2.55 acres) located on the South Coast cliff tops enclosed by low earthbanks. The fields are of good quality with a natural slope and are well drained.
La Cloture £1,100,000
This imposing and substantial farmhouse is situated on an elevated plot with views over Fort Grey and the Hanois.
The kitchen/breakfast room is bright and spacious with an attractive feature exposed granite wall, one of the character features in this sympathetically renovated property. The tiered gardens are mainly laid to lawn with attractive seating areas taking full advantage of the panoramic sea views. Viewing is highly recommended by Cooper Brouard.
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Lounge, dining room, kitchen/ breakfast room, 3 bedrooms (all en suite) utility, separate wc. lovely gardens.
2 outbuildings, parking and
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Looking to let a property in Guernsey? These are just some of the properties we have let recently. We always have applicants looking for homes of all different sizes. Read our Letting and Management guide to find out more about how we can help you let your property. www.cooperbrouard.com/renting-in-guernsey
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Lettings and management
Meeting the demands of a buoyant market
As we head rapidly towards the end of 2020 the rental market shows no signs of slowing down. Business remains extremely buoyant, with several properties being let before they even reach the market. The continued success within the department has enabled Cooper Brouard to extend their team and welcome Ross Yeates.
Ross brings 10 years’ experience to the Letting and Management department, we have been fortunate to be able to draw on his skills and experience at a time when we are seeing increased activity and business demand. We know he shares our company values of delivering a personal and tailored service to our clients and will be playing a pivotal role alongside his fellow colleagues, in the future growth of the Letting and Management team.
The team would be delighted to discuss without obligation the best option for letting your property.
To learn more, visit our website www.cooperbrouard.com or call one of our letting and management team on 236039.
Valley Lodge
Recently renovated semi detached home completed to a high specification and offered in immaculate order throughout.
The living areas look out over the lawned South facing garden and down the Valley towards Petit Bot. To the front there is parking for three cars and a garage. On the door step there are lovely walks through the Water Lanes down to the beach and cliff paths. The rent includes the benefit of fortnightly professional gardener and monthly external window cleaning.
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Property details
Lounge, kitchen/dining room, bathroom, bedroom 1 with dressing room and en suite bathroom, Bedroom 2 with en suite shower room, 2 further bedrooms. Garage and parking for 3 cars.
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4 Belmont House £3,750pm
Forming part of an elegant period Townhouse this beautifully presented ground floor apartment offers high spec, contemporary accommodation. Located on the western outskirts of Town this low maintenance home is complemented by its own private courtyard garden, garage and allocated parking.
Property details
Lounge, kitchen/dining room, 2 bedrooms (1 en suite), bathroom. Garage, allocated parking and private courtyard.
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3 Reef House £2,400pm
This spacious third storey apartment offers panoramic sea views over Havelet Bay, Castle Cornet and the offshore Islands.
Finished to an extremely high standard and offered in immaculate order throughout this attractive apartment offers low maintenance town living with a front row seat each morning of the sun rise over Herm island on the private balcony. There is secure underground parking for one car and a useful private store.
Property details
Property details: lounge/diner, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, separate wc. Parking for 1 car, private store room.
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6 Les Residences £2,500pm
A beautifully presented three bedroom apartment, located in the recently created Les Residences development situated on the stunning West coast of the island.
The apartment itself has views over both the beach and the playing fields of Mare de Carteret School. The apartment offers a large open plan living space, three bedrooms (two en-suite), utility room and cloakroom. There is also a large garage offering parking for two cars, along with a separate store room. Visitor parking spaces are offered on site. The apartment would ideally suit a professional couple, seeking a high spec apartment, in just a stones throw from arguably, one of the best beaches on the island. Available immediately. Regret no pets.
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Living room, balcony, kitchen, utility, bedroom 1 with en suite shower room, bedroom 2 with en suite bathroom, bedroom 3 and separate wc. Garage and
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Certificates of Lawful Use
A number of home owners have applied for Certificates of Lawful Use since they were introduced into Guernsey’s planning system in May 2019. Here, Carey Olsen’s senior associate and planning law specialist Rachel Jones provides an update on the uptake of Certificates of Lawful Use in the residential market.
The effect of a successful application • Two Certificates have been granted for a Certificate of Lawful Use is to for properties that were self-catering regularise an historic, unlawful change units. These Certificates were granted of use of land without having to obtain for two separate sites but together planning permission. they concerned 17 units. The Certificates certify the new lawful An application for a Certificate can be planning use of each of the 17 units is made when the land has been used as an independent residential dwelling. contrary to its current, lawful planning use continuously for either: • A Certificate has been granted for land that was agricultural land but • four years from the date the had been used for the required period
Development and Planning Authority of time as a driveway and parking (D&PA) first knew about the change ancillary to a dwelling. This Certificate in use (if the D&PA is aware of the certifies that the new lawful planning unlawful use); or use of the land is as a driveway and • 10 years from the date of the change parking ancillary to the dwelling. from the lawful use to the current • A Certificate has also been granted unlawful one. in respect of two dwellings that had been used for the required period 13 applications have been decided since of time as a single dwelling. The the regime was introduced. Of these, 11 Certificate certifies the property’s new have led to Certificates being granted lawful use as a single dwelling house. (five for commercial uses and six for residential uses). There is an understandable appetite from property owners to use the The Certificates granted for residential Certificate of Lawful Use regime to purposes have concerned a number of their advantage to formally regularise different properties: an unlawful change of use. The grant • Two have concerned the use of wings of properties. In each case, the wings were part of the main dwelling house of the Certificates means that owners may enjoy the existing use of the properties free from concern that such use may result in enforcement action Purveyors of fine design... CCD Chartered Architects & Interior Designers and sufficient evidence was submitted by the D&PA. The Certificates also offer by the applicants to demonstrate additional benefits for home owners With over 35 years of experience the multi award winning design practice is that the wings had been occupied with any wider flexibility in the planning highly skilled in restoration, heritage projects, high quality contemporary houses, as independent residential dwellings process attaching to the new certified interior design, bespoke furniture design, landscaping, planning consultation & continuously for more than 10 years. project management. lawful use being extended to the land.
This meant Certificates could be For example, regularisation of a former granted certifying the new lawful use of the wings as independent self-catering cottage as a residential dwelling opens up the prospect of a Tel: 01481 726461 mail@ccd-architects.com www.ccd-architects.com dwellings. number of permitted developments that
Rachel Jones
Senior associate and planning law specialist
householders can carry out to dwellings without the need for permission, such as certain extensions.
The Certificates will also be beneficial on selling a property when prospective purchasers routinely apply for an Immunity Certificate, which advises the prospective purchaser of the lawful planning use of the property. It should be noted that in determining an application for a Certificate of Lawful Use, the D&PA require robust evidence to demonstrate, on a balance of probabilities, that the current use of land has been carried on for the required period of time and throughout that time, the use must have been continuous. The onus is on the applicant to submit sufficient evidence to support their application. It is not sufficient to simply provide a letter or statement setting out how the land has been used. Evidence to support the application may include affidavits (legally sworn statements) from the owner and possibly from other people who can corroborate how the land has been used, photographs (if possible dated), historic Digimaps, bills/invoices and any other factual documentary evidence. Carey Olsen regularly advises both residential and commercial property owners on the planning process including on applications for Certificates of Lawful Use.
