Mayfair Portfolio Summer 2014

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W E L C O M E TO O U R L AT E S T I S S U E O F M AY F A I R P O R T F O L I O We are midway through the property year and the market seems to have steadied - in the south east at least. But once again the property market is clearly big news, and the headlines in our press and often the lead item on the television and radio news is the market and what it’s doing or going to do.

It is frustrating that so often journalists’ comments refer to a market which does not really exist but rather is a homogenous mix of markets in the north and the south and that other country which is central London.

Alarming statements about housing bubbles do not help much. Now the Chancellor and our highly regarded Governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, have prepared measures that will halt a headlong dive into the next housing crisis.

But our sense is that things might have already steadied themselves and that new measures could be shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted. The mortgage lending criteria, prices reaching the top of the affordability range and the sated pool of pent up demand all add to a dampening effect.

Yes we need more housing, the release of Brownfield sites and responsible lending to help us away from boom and bust. But the market we currently have is active and is beginning to give both buyers and sellers great opportunities.

So this remains a great time in which to buy or sell.

There are some wonderful properties on the market as our latest issue of Mayfair Portfolio illustrates.

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14 Competition: Win a fantastic Kuvings Slow Juicer 20 Style Concepts – Kitchens: Inspiration for that dream kitchen you’ve always wanted 29 Style & Travel: We visit the Black Sea coast in Bulgaria to sample the delights of the luxurious 5* Lighthouse Golf & Spa Resort 33 Spotlight on... Southsea: Take a closer to at this prime Seaside location 38 Style & Fashion: High-end watch specialist Watchfinder & Co, guide us though the world of luxury watch buying

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F R I A RY R OA D, B E R K S H I R E – OIEO £3,500,000 A unique and exceptionally adaptable, character property positioned on a plot c.07 acres. Arranged over three floors and having undergone significant refurbishment throughout.

Benefits include; six bedrooms, four receptions, seven bathrooms, bespoke outside kitchen area, conservatory, bespoke pool house, indoor cinema and separate staff/au pair suite.

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B RO O K P L AC E , S U R R E Y – £2,000,000 A Grade II listed manor house with adjacent chapel house and stone built sauna room, requiring complete modernisation, with granted planning for extensions and alterations. The house is Dutch gabled in style and dates from the late 1500s and is one of the most important historical houses in the area.

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HANNAMS, SURREY – £1,950,000 Set in a quiet rural lane is this impressive character country house, dated circa 1920s, with equestrian facilities, within substantial grounds approaching 7.5 acres. The property itself offers large and flexible living accommodation with five bedrooms, six receptions and four bathrooms.

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S I LV E R W O O D, S U R R E Y – £1,300,000 On a plot approaching 0.75 acres and on one of Chobham’s premier roads is this four bedroom detached house. Originally built in the 1950s this property has been thoughtfully extended over the years to provide modern living accommodation, with four bedrooms, three reception rooms and three bathrooms.

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CHAUCER GROVE, SURREY – £999,999 A stunning, detached five bedroom family home in a highly desirable and sought-after location close to town centre.

Offering light and spacious accommodation over two floors and in excellent condition throughout. Unquestionably the hub of the home is the fabulously designed open plan kitchen/dining room which flows into the family room.

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H O P E F O U N TA I N , S U R R E Y – £ 975,000 An imposing 1930s detached residence enjoying an end of cul-de-sac position within catchment for a number of favoured schools. There are five bedrooms, three receptions, three bathrooms, refitted kitchen/breakfast room, integral garage/utility area and detached double garage. The property enjoys a plot measuring approx 0.4 of an acre.

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C O O P E R S E N D, H A M P S H I R E – £ 950,000 An outstanding property which has been enjoyed by the current owners for the last 37 years, built circa 1911 and enjoying 4.2 acres of land in an elevated position, on the highly sought-after rural area of Coopers Hill. The property benefits from a detached triple garage and stables and is suitable for equestrian use.

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B I R DWA L K H O U S E , S U R R E Y – £939,950 Listed locally as a property of interest and situated within the heart of the conservation area of Chobham village, is this charming character cottage which has undergone much sympathetic improvement and extension in recent years.

Accommodation comprises four bedrooms, three bathrooms and three reception rooms.

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A R M I TA G E C O U R T, BERKSHIRE – £6,500 PCM A recently refurbished Georgian style detached home, located within easy reach to transport links and amenities.

Accommodation comprises three reception rooms, conservatory, newly fitted kitchen, seven bedrooms, two en-suites and family bathroom. The property also benefits from a double garage and driveway parking for several cars.

PHONE: 01276 903006

H E AT H E R D A L E R O A D , SURREY – £3,500 PCM A fine detached Edwardian house, located in one of Camberley’s most sought after roads. The property is arranged over two floors and boasts two reception rooms, stunning open plan kitchen/breakfast room, four double bedrooms, en-suite to master and family bathroom. Externally there is a beautiful tended garden with established trees and shrubs.

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V E L M E A D R OA D, H A M P S H I R E – £3,200 PCM A detached family home set on a large plot. The property has been recently refurbished throughout and the accommodation comprises two receptions rooms, conservatory, modern fitted kitchen/family room, four bedrooms, two en-suites and family bathroom. This property is set within a horse shoe driveway and benefits from a well maintained mature garden.

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CROSBY HILL, SURREY – £2,500 PCM This four bedroom detached house is located in Camberley, on a popular residential road. Accommodation comprises three reception rooms, kitchen, four bedrooms and family bathroom.

The master benefits from an en-suite and dressing room.

The property also has an integral double garage, large driveway providing parking for several vehicles and a good size secluded rear garden.

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A S C OT H O U S E , S U R R E Y – £ 1 , 7 9 5 , 0 0 0 Ascot House is one of the largest houses to be built in recent times in the Camberley area with 5693 SqFt of luxury living accommodation. Situated on Tekels Avenue, this six bedroom home features luxury en suites, fully fitted kitchen and generous reception rooms.

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C L A R E M O N T, B E R K S H I R E – F R O M £ 1 , 1 9 9 , 9 9 5 An exclusive gated development of just seventeen, 4 & 5 bedroom luxury new town houses set within the charming Berkshire village of Sunninghill. Each of the properties on offer comprise of approximately 3000sq.ft. of the highest-specification living accommodation, featuring modern spacious bedrooms with adjoining dressing rooms, an accompanying private landscaped garden and secure garaging.

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Local focus, global reach W H AT I S T H E M A Y F A I R G R O U P ? I T I S T H E B E S T T H I N G T O H A P P E N TO P R O P E R T Y B U Y E R S A N D S E L L E R S F O R A V E RY L O N G T I M E – A G R O U P O F E X P E R T I N D E P E N D E N T E S TAT E A G E N T S R E A L LY W O R K I N G TO G E T H E R I N T H E I N T E R E S T S O F A L L H O M E M O V E R S .

Like so many of our high streets over the past few years, estate agency has become top-heavy with corporate brands.

This may be all well and good for fashion and food chains, but property is a very personal and local business. People’s homes are not commodities to be traded like socks and wares. They are a person’s most valuable possession and represent a huge investment both in money and emotion.

The Mayfair Group brings together the most knowledgeable and experienced independent estate agents across Britain. The partners and staff of these firms haven’t been shunted from one part of the country to another just to fill an office vacancy. Many have worked in their locality for most, if not all, of their working lives. These are people who know and appreciate local property and what it means to buyers and sellers.

But it is not just at a local level that the Mayfair Group can help. With more than 300 offices across Britain – 43 offices in Surrey and Sussex alone – this is one of the largest and most effective networks of estate agents in the country.There are also

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Specialising in property along Britain’s beautiful 7,760-mile coastline; Mayfair Coast is a network of elite estate agents with more than 60 offices, dedicated to property in the country’s finest and most exciting coastal locations.

150 Mayfair Group offices overseas. Linked through the powerful Mayfair Office website, www.mayfairoffice.co.uk, which features some 16,000 properties, your local office can put you in touch with expert firms in other parts of the country or abroad to help those relocating for work, economic, retirement or lifestyle reasons.

What is the most effective thing we can do to help you buy or sell property? The answer is to put you in touch with the best and leading estate agent in the place you want to be – the sort of firm that you would willingly recommend to friends or family.

Indeed, the Mayfair Group is like a family, a family of experts in all types of property. Experts in local, regional, national and international property marketing; experts in internet property marketing; experts even in coastal property and equestrian property. Working together is what sets us apart.

Above all we are experts in property where you live. And that makes us the most important property experts of all.

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Equestrian property buyers require houses with a wide range of facilities in many price ranges. To help them is Mayfair Equestrian, a highly effective network of agents across Britain that specialises in understanding the needs of those looking to purchase equestrian property.

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Mayfair International Realty brings together the finest luxury real estate with the very best brokers and agents from across the globe.

An unsurpassed local knowledge, bound tightly with a rare talent to market effectively in the international domain, ensures buyers and sellers that a Mayfair International Realty member firm is best for choice, experience, expertise, service and results.

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Here, there, everywhere BUYING A PROPERTY OVERSEAS C AN SEEM DAUNTING, BUT U N D E R T H E G U I D A N C E O F M AY F A I R I N T E R N AT I O N A L R E A L T Y I T I S A S S I M P L E A S P U R C H A S I N G S O M E W H E R E J U S T D OW N T H E R OA D. Complementing Mayfair Group’s faultless network of independent estate agents throughout Britain is the Mayfair International Realty arm, which is very active overseas.

In Britain, international property usually means Spain, France and several other European favourites for those seeking a holiday or retirement home, but Mayfair International Realty offers more than that. As the world gets ever smaller and property continues to be an important investment vehicle across continents, member firms tend to be in locations where people do not just want to relax, but where they also want to work.

The group is made up of outstanding real estate firms in places such as New York, Washington DC, Houston, Miami, San Francisco in the US and Melbourne in Australia.

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medicine, pharmaceuticals, energy, education, engineering and aerospace.

Mayfair International Realty has offices in cities and locations where big decisions are made and has member firms in wealth pockets like Gibraltar, the Caribbean and the Channel Islands.

It also acts as a bridge across the Atlantic for North Americans wanting to access British and European markets – London and its important financial partner New York are prime examples of this important international traffic.

So Mayfair International Realty helps both Britons find property overseas and those from abroad to find property within our shores. It can help buyers find that gem in France and Spain, but it can do so much more besides.

Take a browse through www.mayfairinternationalrealty. com. It has more than 8,000 exceptional and exciting international properties to buy, or just to dream about.

1 9 W E S T B U R Y R D G A R D E N C I T Y, N Y 1 1 5 3 0 – $3,499,000 Defined by its sprawling acre site and stunning stature, this impressive Williamsburg colonial possesses a compelling curb appeal which has captivated for 86 years. With its elongated plan, varying rooflines, classic detailing and symmetry of design, it is considered one of the most picturesque in the Village of Garden City. In 1928, coal baron Frank R. Smith, retained Madison Avenue architect Morrell Smith to design this residence with a architectural style that suggested an elevated taste level and situation in life. Recent renovations and modern amenities have brought the house into the 21st century emulating Smith’s artful blend of formal and informal spaces, abundance of natural light and emphasis on natural surroundings. The 15 room residence offers 7300 square feet on 3 floors with six bedrooms, five full baths and one half bath.

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1 5 F L A K E YA R D L A N E , W E S T YA R M O U T H , M A 0 2 6 7 3 – $8,899,000 This extraordinary, European-inspired waterfront estate known as Blue Diamond has commanding views of Lewis Bay and Nantucket Sound and is sited on 400+/- ft. of private beach. The exquisite craftsmanship and thoughtful design of the home create an environment of casual elegance and sophisticated style. High-quality details include travertine stone flooring, imported stone columns and fireplaces, custom wood cabinetry, high-tech windows, and baths with marble, quartz, onyx and glass. The open floor plan with views from every room was designed by an award-winning architect. Resort-like outdoor grounds showcase specimen plantings and flower beds, oceanfront terraces, an infinity edge pool, cabana with shower, and pool storage room. Enjoy majestic sunrises, mesmerizing sunsets and the boats and ferries passing to and from Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard.

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B L AC K B E R RY FA R M , B O B B I N G – OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £800,000 Blackberry Farm is a pleasant farmhouse set in approximately 7.9 acres of land with no near neighbours. The farmhouse is well proportioned and benefits from a spacious sitting room with log burner, 25ft farmhouse kitchen/diner with aga and views over the surrounding fields and countryside, also to the ground floor is an entrance area, downstairs cloakroom, lounge with open fireplace and formal dining room. To the first floor the landing leads to the four good size bedrooms and two bathrooms with far reaching views of open countryside and paddocks. Originally a small farmhouse, Blackberry Farm has been extended and modernised over recent years and has been maintained to a high standard by the current vendors. The property is situated on a country lane with far reaching views, and close by is the village of Lower Halstow and Newington. Golf courses are close by together and Murston Nature reserve can be found just north of Sittingbourne.

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WIGMORE – OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £485,000 Greyfox Estate Agents are extremely pleased to offer for sale this impressive four bedroom detached family home. Situated on an ample plot offering space to both sides of the property and in one of the most sought after areas, this property makes an ideal family home. Due to the plot size, this detached home offers ample off road parking with the addition of a double garage. Internally there is an abundance of space to enjoy, including a 20ft kitchen/breakfast room, four double bedrooms, large lounge, dining room, shower room, en-suite, large rear garden set on approximately ¼ of an acre. Wigmore has excellent access to shops, popular schools, doctor’s surgery, excellent motorway connections to London and Hempstead Valley under cover shopping centre nearby.

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SOUTH CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £4,250,000 A handsome and aesthetically beautiful, newly constructed 6 bedroomed mansion of grand proportions with almost 7600 sq ft of accommodation, superbly crafted and designed to reflect an elegant Regency style, set in landscaped rear gardens with a southerly aspect adjoining the golf course. In total approaching 0.5 acres.

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SOUTH CHEAM – £2,850,000 7200 square feet of accommodation. An exceptionally large 7 bedroom house plus detached luxury 2 bedroom pool house/guest accommodation in 0.7 acre plot, 4 receptions, cinema/games room, 27’ x 17’ kitchen/breakfast room, family room, utility, 3 bathrooms, 3 cloakrooms, heated pool. Prestigious and convenient location.

SOUTH CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £2,500,000 A wonderful Burton built character family home offering exceptional potential to upgrade and to extend (STPP) within splendid south-westerly backing established grounds of about 0.6 of an acre in a prime private road backing golf course - an unmissable chance to create a unique home in an outstanding setting.

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SOUTH CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £1,950,000 An outstanding Berkeley Homes built detached residence backing south onto Banstead Downs Golf Club with glorious gardens, impressive frontage, double garage, spectacular hall, 3 superb receptions, study, large kitchen/breakfast room, utility, 2 cloakrooms, 5 double bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, gas central heating, double glazing, integrated Hi-Fi and more, prime private road.

SOUTH CHEAM – £1,650,000 A remarkable luxury home of circa 4250 square feet (including garage) within glorious grounds of just over half an acre, elegant hall and landing, 4 receptions, conservatory, luxury kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, 5 first floor bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, second floor cinema room and games room (optional bedrooms 6 & 7).

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SOUTH CHEAM – £1,350,000 A stunning Burton built family home impeccably presented with glorious garden, sweeping carriage driveway, vast reception hall, 3 receptions, luxury kitchen with breakfast room and utility, 4 double bedrooms, master bedroom with dressing room, walk-in wardrobe and bathroom, luxury family bathroom, gas central heating and double glazing.

SOUTH CHEAM – £1,250,000 A delightful character property in sought-after location close to village and station, wide frontage, own driveway, double width garage, lovely garden overlooking playing fields, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, ground floor cloakroom, wash room with WC, covered sideway/utility, gas central heating.

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SOUTH CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £1,200,000 An outstanding Burton built character home offering scope for improvement and potential to extend (STPP), in prime location with glorious south-westerly aspect 175’ rear garden and overall plot size in excess of a third of an acre, 4 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, cloakroom, 2 receptions, kitchen, impressive hall and staircase.

S O U T H S U T TO N – GUIDE PRICE £999,000 An exceptionally attractive and extremely distinctive brick and flint detached luxury home in prime setting with extensive driveway, garage, walled gardens to side and rear, gas central heating, double glazing, breathtaking hall and galleried landing with vaulted skylight, 4 bedrooms, dressing room, 2 bathrooms, 3 receptions, large kitchen/breakfast room.

SOUTH CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £950,000 An exceptionally spacious 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom detached home with 4 receptions, large kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, attractive frontage, extensive driveway, mature well established rear garden with full width patio, a screened play area with three sheds and a playhouse, plus hard standing area with rear vehicular access.

SOUTH CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £925,000 An outstanding Burton built detached home on extremely wide corner plot overlooking Banstead Downs Golf Club, with scope for modernization and potential to extend (STPP), broad frontage, extensive parking, reception hall, cloakroom, 2 receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, family room, 5 bedrooms, family bathroom, gas central heating, double glazing.

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Over the last 10 years Bulgaria has seen an exponential increase in tourism, particularly along the Black Sea coastline. An idyllic setting with beautiful unspoilt scenery of imposing cliffs, white sands and azure waters, coupled with a warm climate (averaging 28C in the summer months), has brought increasing number of tourists from Western Europe and Russia. Such is its increasing popularity that growth has been at twice the pace of projected economic development, and the demand for luxurious accommodation has led to the creation of some fabulous resorts – none more so than the Lighthouse Golf & Spa Resort.

Sitting on the Bulgarian Riviera, just north of the seaside town of Balchik and 45 minutes from Varna International Airport you’ll find the lavish Lighthouse Resort. It first opened as a championship quality golf course in 2008, but has since evolved into a large contemporary 5 star complex containing all you need for a blissful stay.

The Lighthouse Hotel is the newest addition to the resort.

Having opened in 2011 the stylish residence is pitched on a spectacular plateau on top of the white cliffs overlooking the

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Black Sea.The hotel comprises of 6 presidential suites, 12 club suites and 156 superior rooms. Each room is decorated in a contemporary white, cream and gold colour theme symbolizing the serenity of the year round sun. All rooms have private terraces either with sea views or overlooking the golf course.

In addition to the hotel there are a number of apartments and villas located across the resort which are also available for rent. With up to 4 bedrooms, and some including their own private swimming pools, these often suit larger groups or families who need a bit more space.

As you would expect in a leading resort there are a variety of places to enjoy the local gastronomic flavours or international cuisine. Tasting the catch of the day, fresh from the Black Sea is an absolute must. There are 3 separate restaurants to choose from, as well as 5 bars which will serve not only your favourite tipple but also a fine array of food.

At the heart of the resort you’ll find the 18-hole championship Lighthouse golf course, designed by none-other than major winner

and ex-Ryder cup captain Ian Woosnam. The 6747 yard, par 71 course provides a fantastic test for lovers of the great game and is one of the most challenging in the Cape Kaliakra area. The links based design is complemented by several lakes and the natural contours of the dominating cliff tops. The views overlooking the Black Sea make it one of the most breath-taking in Europe.

Alongside the course there is a selection of dedicated practice facilities to hone your skills and on hand you’ll find professional PGA instruction to try and help shave some shots off your game.

The resort also accommodates other sporting activities such as tennis, football and biking or down by the beach you can try out an array of water sports such as jet skiing, scuba diving, sailing or fishing.

After so much exertion what better way to unwind and sooth away the stresses and strains than by visiting the spa and wellness centre. The centre stretches over more than 3000 sq./metres and is set on two floors compromising of wellness facilities such as steam baths, jacuzzis, saunas, hammam, iced cooling showers, lanconium and fitness centre. On the upper

level you’ll find treatment and massage rooms, as well as a hair salon, manicure & pedicure facilities and cosmetics.

As you would expect the Lighthouse Resort is an incredibly popular location for weddings as well as being used for events and conferences. There are multiple packages available and expert guidance on hand to tailor your event requirements.

Moving outside of the hotel, not far away, you can visit the charming town of Balchik; a seaside settlement and fishing port with a wealth of local culture and history. Anyone visiting must go to the palace, which was once the former summer residence of Romanian Queen Maria Alexandrina Victoria De Edinburgh, and take a stroll through the beautiful botanical gardens.

Lighthouse Golf & Spa Resort offers visitors a truly exceptional stay, ideal for both couples and families alike. This area of Bulgaria is sure to become one of the most exclusive destinations on the Black Sea Coast and at the heart of this, much like a shining beacon, is Lighthouse Golf & Spa Resort.

For more information visit www.lighthousegolfresort.com

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CHEAM – £925,000 This magnificent detached property has been superbly appointed to provide luxurious family accommodation combining original features with contemporary refinements, 4 double bedrooms, 3 sumptuous bathrooms, 2 superb reception rooms, breathtaking kitchen/dining room, full width garden views via bi-fold doors, utility room, cloakroom, impressive frontage, mature gardens, potential to extend (STPP).

CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £900,000 An impeccable detached family home offering really spacious accommodation on a prime corner plot with lovely secluded garden, gas CH, double glazed windows, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 receptions, breakfast room, fitted kitchen, utility room, cloakroom, sought-after location, well placed for schools, parks and amenities.

BELMONT – GUIDE PRICE £900,000 An exceptionally attractive family property in prime setting well placed for popular schools and village amenities, reception hall, cloakroom, dining room, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, family room, master bedroom with twin walk-in wardrobes and en-suite, 3 further double bedrooms plus luxury bathroom, south-westerly aspect rear garden.

SOUTH CHEAM – GUIDE PRICE £850,000 An appealing versatile detached family home with independent annexe suitable for a variety of uses, main house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dual aspect lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen/breakfast room and ground floor cloakroom, gas central heating, double glazing, parquet flooring, secluded rear garden.

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Southsea W I T H A P R I M E S E A S I D E L O C AT I O N A N D A N E N V I A B L E L I S T O F S H O P S A N D B A R S , S O U T H S E A I S F A S T B E C O M I N G O N E O F T H E M O S T TA L K E D A B O U T A R E A S O N T H E S O U T H C O A S T. Located just a mile away from the busy Hampshire city of Portsmouth, Southsea is a vastly popular residential and commercial hub that is considered one of the most interesting and enjoyable places to live and visit in the whole county.

Great schools, fantastic shopping, a bustling nightlife and close proximity to some of the south coast’s most historic sites; there are

a multitude of reasons as to why people from all over the region make Southsea their preferred place of residence.

Southsea has a history dating back to the 16th century but it wasn’t until the mid 1800’s that it began to expand and be seen as a residential area of choice for the middle class families of the region.

During this time the architect Thomas Ellis

Owen redesigned much of the town and his Edwardian, baroque style is still evident in many of the buildings across the whole area. Southsea has undergone several eras of change and expansion beginning with the second world war when it suffered from heavy bombing. More recently there have been a number of commercial renovations and developments since the late 1990’s and

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it now has an interesting mix of old and new properties wherever you look.

The town centre is an example of how the area has developed over the years and now provides a mix of specialist boutique style shopping and numerous well-know high street chains. The Palmerston Road precinct, Marmion Road and Clarendon Road are some of the key shopping areas and are home to award winning jewellers, chocolatiers, shoe boutiques, farmers markets and a wide range of bars and restaurants.

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Add to this the hustle and bustle of the ‘Love Southsea’ market on the first Saturday of each month, and you have a vibrant shopping scene that caters for all tastes.

The buzzing Albert Road, which is renowned throughout the area as the place to go both day and night, is another key area for shopping and entertainment and boasts some of the best bars and restaurants in the region. It also houses The Kings Theatre, a venue that hosts a variety of performances, including productions

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by the local amateur group the Southsea Shakespeare Actors. The theatre retains most of its original features including highly ornate and richly decorated plaster work and cornices evident in the main auditorium and public spaces.

A recently created attraction is the now annual “Love Albert Road Day” which features live music, street art and theatre, stalls, food from around the world, an outdoor cinema, competitions and skate demos. For more regular

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skateboarding, BMX and kick-scooter entertainment there is the skate park which has been recognised as one of the best venues for skating of all levels since the late 1970’s and was a pivotal venue in the world famous Bones Brigade skateboarding tour in the late 80’s.

There are also a number of miniature golf courses, football pitches and public grass and clay tennis courts for the sports minded and the obvious close proximity to the beach make it a great location for

those who like the outdoors.

The beach itself is a picturesque stretch of coastline offering a delightful mix of iconic attractions, heritage landmarks, festivals and activities for the whole family to enjoy year round.The award winning Southsea Common overlooks the mostly flint gravel beach where you can enjoy a picnic and listen to live music at the bandstand.The two piers, South Parade Pier and Clarence Pier, both have amusement arcades and the South Parade Pier also

contains a ballroom and a bar area.

For day trips or longer breaks there are a host of options - the larger seaside towns/cities of Portsmouth, Southampton and Bournemouth along with the picturesque New Forest are right on Southsea’s doorstep. And there is the Isle of Wight, an ideal holiday or day trip destination for families of all ages, which can be reached in just 10 minutes by hovercraft.

There are a number of great schools in the area, both state and private, and

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these are an important reason as to why so many families place Southsea high on their list when looking for areas to move to. St John’s College is a day and boarding school that is considered one of the finest in Hampshire and Mayville High School is a small independent co-educational school in the heart of Southsea that has a fantastic reputation. There is also a host of excellent nurseries and primary schools for those with younger families and higher education is catered for with the University of Portsmouth which has two

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halls of residence in the Southsea area.

The development of Southsea over the years has seen a variety of property types come on to the market and each has a unique sense of character. For a 2 bed flat the current average price is circa £170,000 at entry level. For houses, a 3 bed terraced costs £203,000, whilst a larger detached 4 bed family home averages at £513,000 currently. At the top-end of the market properties can easily cost upward of the £1million mark.

Edwardian style houses mix with newly

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developed town houses and properties dating back to the late 1800s sit alongside modern apartment blocks - in short there is something for all tastes and price ranges.

Considered by locals as one of the most desirable areas in the region to live in, Southsea is somewhere that sees properties of all types always in demand.

With its great seaside location, the close vicinity to bustling cities and beautiful countryside and abundance of bars, shops and restaurants it’s hard to disagree with them.

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Tick the box W AT C H F I N D E R & C O . ' S ANDREW MORGAN I N V E S T I G AT E S H O W TO A P P R O A C H B U Y I N G I N TO T H E WO R L D O F L U X U R Y W AT C H E S

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OPEN IN G PAG E: OM EGA S EAMAS TER 600 ‘PLO PRO F’, £4,500. AB OVE , C L O C K WI S E FRO M TO P L E FT: O FFI C I N E PAN E RAI L U M I N O R M ARI N A PAM 0 0 0 2 6 , £ 7, 000; IW C G R A N D CO MPLIC ATIO N 3770, £70,000; ( FO REGRO UN D ) RO L E X S U B M ARI N E R 1 6 6 1 0 LV, £ 5 ,5 0 0 AN D ( B AC K G RO U N D ) RO L E X S UBM A R INER 116610 L N, £6,000.

It's hard to say what turns someone towards buying a luxury watch. Perhaps it's a form of personal growth, much like the palate warming to fine wines or the ears to high-end audio equipment.

Most likely, it boils down to a little something like this: hand-crafted beauty, staggering micro engineering and rich, prosperous heritage.

A mechanical watch is a celebration of romantic nostalgia, an era of steel and stone that disappeared under the weight of a plastic, disposable generation. Unlike a £10 digital watch, a mechanical timepiece is for life.

Setting your heart on a luxury watch is one thing, but choosing one is another.

There are many brands, catering for any budget imaginable, so the first, and most obvious, thing to do is set a price limit.

The next entirely depends on what kind of a person you are – some prefer to buy what appeals to them aesthetically, whereas others prefer to dig a little deeper, There's no problem with doing either. For those who enjoy researching before they spend, the internet is packed

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full of enough information and history to whet any enthusiast's appetite.

However, even if you set a budget, it doesn't automatically mean you have to spend all of it. There are many brands (Longines, Hamilton and Baume et Mercier to name a few) that offer many of the benefits of their costly brethren for a much more affordable price.

That's the key to buying a watch: choose what you want, not what other people tell you to want. Luxury breeds snobbery and it's easy to get caught up in a whirlwind of one-upmanship that will ultimately lead to dissatisfaction.

If you want a Rolex, buy a Rolex.

If you want a Bell & Ross, that's the one for you. Perhaps you're interested in a fully in-house movement and perhaps you're not. The choice is yours.

Another consideration is the purchase of something pre-owned. Mechanical watches aren't like fridges or washing machines – they're built to last (with care and servicing) and continue to have appeal as they get older, sometimes even gaining value.

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In the short term, a watch is more affordable pre-owned, and in the long term, a vintage watch offers a portal to a previous lifetime. For many, horology isn't about the latest releases, it's about the journey of a technology that has leapt from the old millennium to the new.

Some might say watch buying is a minefield, that every step is taken with eyes scrunched up, fingers in ears, but that's wrong. The journey is yours to take however you like. So long as you research your retailers wisely – independent review sites are a good start – there's nothing else needs doing, save choosing the watch that best suits you. Remember, sometimes the destination isn't the only good bit: often the journey is just as enjoyable.

Andrew Morgan is editor of Watchfinder & Co.'s digital horological publication, The Watch Magazine. It can be downloaded from the App Store and viewed at www.thewatchmagazine.com.

For more information about buying watches, please visit www.watchfinder.co.uk or call 0843 249 7855.

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B R O A D S T R E E T, O L D P O R T S M O U T H – £ 3 4 9 , 9 9 5 Fry & Kent are pleased to offer for sale this luxury ground floor apartment with uninterrupted views of the Camber & Gunwharf Quays, located in the popular Spice Island area of Old Portsmouth. The property boasts an L shaped living room with access to the private balcony overlooking the Camber, contemporary fully fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, modern en suite shower room & separate bathroom. The apartment also benefits from a gated allocated parking space.

CRINOLINE GARDENS, SOUTHSEA – £649,995 Fry & Kent are delighted to offer for sale this interior designed boutique home, located in the sought after Marine Gate development, featuring views across Eastney West Fort to the Solent with the Isle of Wight beyond. The accommodation currently comprises three double bedrooms with the master including a dressing room & luxurious spa style en suite bathroom, first floor living room with private balcony, dining room & contemporary kitchen. Driveway providing off road parking.

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ALEXANDER THE GREAT U P O N A R R I V A L AT A L E X A N D E R H O U S E YO U H A V E N O O P T I O N B U T TO S L O W D O W N , U N W I N D A N D H A V E YO U R S E N S E S G E N T LY S T I R R E D . . .

On the outskirts of East Grinstead, set in the heart of 120 acres of stunning Sussex gardens and woodland you’ll find Alexander House and Spa, w. What you’ll find inside is the epitome of luxurious relaxation.

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The hotel is a grand historical 18th century manor, which is rich in history and character. Some parts of the building date back to 1608 (hence the name of the newly opened 1608 champagne bar), and it is also believed to have connections with luminary

poet Percy Bysshe Shelley. In 2002 it was purchased by the present owners who transformed it into this luxury hotel and boutique spa.

The 5 star AA rated hotel, one of only 42 outside London, comprises of 39 bedrooms & suites in the main building. There is also a development for a further 19 suites currently on-going these stylish abodes are due to be opened in autumn of this year.

The hotels décor fuses much of the original buildings character with 19th century decadence and contemporary styling aspects, to create a unique and stunning interior. This is evident throughout the various lounges and beautiful rooms – none more so than the spectacular Henley Master Suite.

In terms of things to do whilst staying at Alexander House, the emphasis must be on relaxation and escaping to a wellness nirvana in the Utopia Spa. Here in subterranean Grecian inspired surroundings you can enjoy warms pools, massage streams, monsoon showers, Jacuzzi, saunas and over 40 treatments and tailored packages. In the grounds you’ll find a tennis court and jogging

trails for the more active, or simply take a stroll through beautiful English gardens and further into the rolling Sussex countryside.

For the tastebuds eating at Alexander House is an epicurean treat. With two restaurants there’s something for everyone.

Reflections is a brasserie style venue, whilst AG’s offers a fine dining experience; we recommend the tasting menus which will take you on unbelievable gastronomic journey. There are options for private dining, as well as afternoon tea lounges, and when the weather is kind the surrounding gardens add a choice of a seated terrace, a courtyard restaurant or even picnics on the lawn.

With such superb facilities, food and hospitality it’s unsurprising that the hotel is a very popular wedding venue.

Various packages are available - all delightfully named after Shelley poems, such as Wedded Souls.

So whether it’s a long break or just a brief one night stay, Alexander House is the perfect choice for those wanting, just for a little while, to truly get away from it all.

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P E N T H O U S E , S O U T H C L I F F TOW E R , E A S T B O U R N E – GUIDE PRICE £695,000 An extremely rare opportunity to purchase one of the most stunning penthouses along the Sussex coast, with majestic sea and downland views from extensive balconies. The property has master bedroom with en suite and two further guest suites.

South Cliff Tower is Eastbourne’s tallest building and has a helpful house manager service & beautifully maintained communal gardens.

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TO U C H WO O D, E A S T B O U R N E – £ 6 2 5 , 0 0 0 Touchwood is a remarkable home with many features which make it both very appealing and unique. It occupies such a secluded position, yet it is convenient for both Eastbourne and the South Downs National Park. This former laundry and coach house has been converted by the current owner to an exceptionally high standard offering fantastic well proportioned accommodation.

Beautifully manicured wrap around gardens and the old coach house outbuilding are further features of this property.

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A L L S A I N T S , M E A D S S E A F R O N T, E A S T B O U R N E – £ 5 2 5 , 0 0 0 A prestigious penthouse occupying the top floor of the East Wing of this Grade ll listed building. Recently developed by the much respected Berkeley Homes the property is positioned in the highly desirable Meads area of Eastbourne. Meads proudly offers its own high street with many independent shops and cafes. Look out through many of the windows of this property to enjoy uninterrupted sea and coastal views. Scan the QR code for a video tour.

L E B R U N R OA D, E A S T B O U R N E – £ 5 4 5 , 0 0 0 An architect designed house built c1917, occupying an elevated position in a popular area of Eastbourne. A beautifully presented home with detached garage and generously sized garden. Beams, said to be true ships beams, give the property a charm and character that flows throughout. The leaded light windows and deep fireplaces add to the charm. Eastbourne proudly hosts many events throughout the year including an International Tennis Tournament and Airbourne Air show.

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Stephen Oakley & Co Olney 01234 711800 www.stephenoakley.co.uk

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Tim Russ & Company Beaconsfield 01494 681122 www.timruss.co.uk

Aston Mead Walton on Thames 01932 242442 www.astonmead.com

Batcheller Monkhouse Battle 01424 775577 www.batchellermonkhouse.com

Tim Russ & Company Princes Risborough 01844 275522 www.timruss.co.uk

Christies Cheam 020 8643 7777 www.christiesworld.com

HAMPSHIRE Clarke Gammon Wellers Liphook 01428 728900 www.clarkegammon.co.uk McCarthy Holden Fleet 01252 620640 www.mccarthyholden.co.uk McCarthy Holden Odiham 01256 704851 www.mccarthyholden.co.uk McCarthy Holden Hartney Wintney 01252 842100 www.mccarthyholden.co.uk Paul Jackson Lymington 01590 674411 www.pauljackson.co.uk Penyards Bishops Waltham 01489 890006 www.penyards.com Penyards Romsey 01794 516613 www.penyards.com Penyards Stockbridge 01264 810863 www.penyards.com Penyards Titchfield 01329 844812 www.penyards.com Penyards Winchester 01962 860300 www.penyards.com

Clarke Gammon Wellers Guildford 01483 880900 www.clarkegammon.co.uk Clarke Gammon Wellers Haslemere 01428 664800 www.clarkegammon.co.uk Clarke Gammon Wellers Shere 01483 202016 www.clarkegammon.co.uk Howard Cundey Lingfield 01342 830102 www.howardcundey.com Howard Cundey Bletchingley 01883 743400 www.howardcundey.com Howard Cundey Oxted 01883 712241 www.howardcundey.com Howard Cundey Reigate 01737 245441 www.howardcundey.com Keats Fearn Farnham 01252 718018 www.keatsfearn.co.uk Lynch & Company Woking 01483 772000 www.housesinwoking.com Patrick Gardner & Co Ashtead 01372 271880 www.patrickgardner.com

Guy Leonard & Co Horsham 01403 248222 www.guyleonard.co.uk Guy Leonard & Co Pulborough 01798 874033 www.guyleonard.co.uk Guy Leonard & Co Storrington 01903 742354 www.guyleonard.co.uk Handleys Mayfield 01435 873999 www.handleys.co.uk Howard Cundey East Grinstead 01342 316316 www.howardcundey.com Howard Cundey Forest Row 01342 824824 www.howardcundey.com Keats Midhurst Midhurst 01730 817370 www.keats.biz Mishon Mackay Brighton 01273 670067 www.mishonmackay.com Mishon Mackay Brighton 01273 775588 www.mishonmackay.com Mishon Mackay Hove 01273 821800 www.mishonmackay.com Mishon Mackay Hurstpierpoint 01273 834602 www.mishonmackay.com Mishon Mackay Portslade 01273 418888 www.mishonmackay.com

Waterfords Yateley 01252 870222 www.waterfords.co.uk

Patrick Gardner & Co Great Bookham 01372 452207 www.patrickgardner.com

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Patrick Gardner & Co Dorking 01306 877775 www.patrickgardner.com

Amos Dawton & Finn Canterbury 01227 454111 www.amosdawton.co.uk

Reid + Dean Eastbourne 01323 412550 www.reiddean.com

Patrick Gardner & Co Leatherhead 01372 360078 www.patrickgardner.com

Batcheller Monkhouse Tunbridge Wells 01892 512020 www.batchellermonkhouse.com

Rowland Gorringe Lewes 01273 474101 www.rowlandgorringe.co.uk

Trenchard Arlidge Cobham 01932 864242 www.trenchard-arlidge.co.uk

Stride & Son Chichester 01243 782626 www.strideandson.co.uk

Trenchard Arlidge Oxshott 01372 843833 www.trenchard-arlidge.co.uk

Taylor Tofts Uckfield 01825 767606 www.taylortofts.co.uk

G W Finn & Sons Sandwich 01304 612147 www.gwfinn.co.uk Howard Cundey Biggin Hill 01959 572177 www.howardcundey.com Howard Cundey Edenbridge 01732 862381 www.howardcundey.com Howard Cundey Tonbridge 01732 770588 www.howardcundey.com

Waterfords Bagshot 01276 850585 www.waterfords.co.uk Waterfords Camberley 01276 66566 www.waterfords.co.uk Waterfords Chobham 01276 858589 www.waterfords.co.uk

Greyfox Rainham 01634 377737 www.greyfox.co.uk Greyfox Walderslade 01634 672227 www.greyfox.co.uk

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Batcheller Monkhouse Haywards Heath 01444 453181 www.batchellermonkhouse.com

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