Moving House Summer 2017

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Prestige property & luxury living

Summer 2017

GET AWAY FROM IT ALL BUYING ABROAD

STUNNING SHEDS

A NEW LEASE OF LIFE FOR OUTDOOR ROOMS

HOME TRENDS TIME TO EXPLORE A FRESH LOOK

GOING GREEN

THIS YEAR’S TOP COLOUR TRENDS

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THE HOME OF QUALITY FROM STUNNING HAND-CRAFTED KITCHENS TO BESPOKE FURNITURE, DAVID J MARTIN’S ATTENTION TO DETAIL PRODUCES BEAUTIFUL RESULTS. n these days of mass produced furniture it seems almost impossible to find beautiful bespoke, handmade pieces, whether that be for your kitchen, bedroom, study or lounge. At David J Martin customers are welcomed into the firm’s on-site workshop, to see their furniture come to life.

“People often don’t believe that the workshop is here, under the showroom” said owner David Martin. “Then we bring them downstairs and they’re blown away.”

There’s a team of eight, highly trained carpenters working on kitchen cabinets and islands, bedroom furniture, desks and study furniture, each one made unique to order.

David himself is a carpenter by trade, training for years before completing a degree in the subject. He ensures his staff are trained to the highest standard, resulting in the finest quality products. Everything at David J Martin happens under one roof, so David himself can check the quality and finish of each product at every stage of the process.

“Our attention to detail is second to none and this makes us stand out from the crowd,” said David. “We are not held to ransom by mass-produced products as we make everything from scratch – even down to

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making our own cutters for producing mouldings.”

This means you can add to your kitchen in years to come and the company will still be able to match the designs.

In the David J Martin showroom, a stunning range of kitchens is on display, but the company also produces bespoke furniture for every room in the house. For the bedroom, the company builds beautiful wardrobes, and other unique storage solutions for difficult spaces. For the study, David’s team of carpenters can build desks and media spaces.

After an initial customer consultation, when David will discuss budgets and offer expert design advice, the cabinetmakers work from plans drawn by David and create bespoke furniture, which can be sprayed to high gloss or satin finishes using durable Two Pac paint.

With larger companies, you will often see doors advertised as having a ‘high-gloss finish’. This means that they are vinylwrapped and, although this does produce a shiny look, it means that you will be able to see the joins.

David J Martin’s professional sprayer can apply any colour you wish in their paintspraying booth, giving a modern finish with no joins. That means water cannot seep in and cause peeling – something that can happen with vinyl-wrapped doors. Everything is done in-house, which enables David to guarantee high quality at every stage.

For those customers undertaking full refurbishment of their home, David J Martin can provide a one-stop shop for structural, plumbing and electricity work, as well as building furniture.

David said: “We run a building company alongside our bespoke joinery company, so customers are not waiting for plumbers, electricians and so on. We can take care of

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‘We are not held to ransom by mass-produced products as we make everything from scratch.’

everything and ensure that the project is completed to the highest standard.”

For David it’s all about creating a high quality customer experience, whether the job be big or small. One call to David J Martin could result in a stunning new extension, complete with kitchen, plumbing and electricity – David only employs the best tradesmen.

In the company’s 37 years of trading, David J Martin has built a superb reputation for customer satisfaction. The company is highly regarded for their customer and after-sales service, ensuring that every customer is a happy one and fixing any problems with their

furniture, whether that be two weeks or ten years down the line.

For more information, or to see what is on offer, call 0114 268 6718 or check out the website www.david-j-martin.co.uk.

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THE RANGE OF CURTAINS AND BLINDS AT MOONLIGHT TEXTILES WILL ADD PRACTICALITY AND LUXURY TO ANY ROOM.

Transform your home ith their friendly approach and wide range of products and services, it’s little wonder that Moonlight Textiles are still going strong after over 30 years in the trade Moonlight Textiles is a second generation family business which was established in 1985.

This long-standing Sheffield company specialise in made-to-measure curtains and related accessories for every style and type of room in the home.

And Moonlight don’t just stop at making curtains, they also offer a comprehensive range of blinds including Roman, Woodslat, Venetian, Skylight and Conservatory Roof blinds. Lightfiltering and blackout systems are extremely popular at this time of year with Louvolite Vision Roller Systems being a big hit. Vision Rollers are stylish yet practical with bold horizontal stripes offering both privacy and transparency to create the mood setting that is right for you. Both manual and no hassle electrically operated systems are available.

The showroom on Abbeydale Road, have a long standing team of knowledgeable advisers always on hand, its own in house band of seamstresses to create the custom-made designs, as well as an experienced installation team to fit them. Great emphasis is placed on

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the personal touch and service offered by this long-serving and loyal team, many of whom have worked with Moonlight for over 20 years.

For customers who want to transform their home but need reassurances on design and colour, Moonlight offer a made-to-measure consultancy service providing site measures and specialist advice in the comfort of your own home.

Moonlight also provide tracks and poles for all window styles, bay windows being a speciality. Curtain poles are constantly in demand, in styles ranging from the more traditional wooden and wrought iron to contemporary brushed metal and chrome finishes. Bright pewter, bronze and graphite finishes on wrought-iron poles for bay windows are extremely popular. Clever ‘ring pass’ brackets allow the drawing of one pair of curtains around the bay – no snagging as with off-the-shelf products.

Moonlight have been providing specialist flame-retardant curtains and blinds to the commercial sector for over 25 years – so if your business needs good quality window coverings conforming to the latest British Standards, you know where to go.

All these products and services are available at realistic, competitive pricing.

Three steps to a beautiful home, courtesy of Moonlight 1 Choose your fabrics and design.

Moonlight’s team of experienced advisers can help you in their showroom, or visit you at home 2 Curtains and accessories are tailor-made by experienced seamstresses in Moonlight’s longstanding workroom 3 Collect, or have your finished products installed by a friendly, professional team of fitters.

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CONTENTS

FEATURES: 14 Have you heard the hues?

Pantone’s colour of the year will have you green with envy.

20 Flower power

Hannah Sanders investigates the latest garden trends

24 Outdoors, indoors

Take your personal space into the great outdoors

26 Property trends

Two of the region’s leading experts assess what is in store for the property market

30 Home & Garden

Bring bohemian beauty into your home with hippy-style accessories

32 Buying abroad?

Thinking of buying a home overseas? Check out our guide to the world’s property hotspots

20 24 EDITOR’S MESSAGE Welcome to Moving House, a magazine for anyone interested in housing trends.

Whether you are buying, selling, upgrading or just looking, this is the publication for you.

If you have decided now is the time to spruce up your home, we have some top tips to make sure you are totally on trend this season. Boho chic accessories, anything from terracotta lamps to Moroccan-style lanterns to Buddha tea light holders, will bring you bang up to date.

Taking your personal space into the great outdoors has never been more popular.

Former Prime Minister David Cameron’s luxury £25,000 shepherd hut hit the headlines recently but the possibilities, from a Scandinavian sauna to a garden office to a backyard bar, are endless. If you have a patch of garden going to seed, this could be the way to transform your home and bring added value too.

If you fancy getting away from it all, despite the uncertainties caused by the recent Brexit vote, there are still more British citizens looking to relocate abroad than ever before. If you feel like joining the exodus, we have some practical tips that might help make your mind up.

We also ask some of the region’s most experienced property experts about current trends, and take a close look at what you will get for your money across the area.

That’s just a taste of what’s happening in this edition of Moving House. I hope it helps you find your dream home.

Chris Wilson Managing Editor

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HOME & GARDEN

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Have you heard the hues?

PANTONE’S COLOUR OF THE YEAR WILL HAVE EVERYONE GREEN WITH ENVY, WRITES PHOEBE SEYMOUR. very year, Pantone announces their official colour of the year, which jewellers, clothes designers and interior designers all set their watch to.

For 2017, they’re going back to nature with greenery – a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade that evokes the first days of spring when nature’s greens revive, restore and renew. And with spring well and truly upon us, these gorgeous green items will do just that.

House plants continue to be back in a big way this year, but if you’d rather not have the real thing, there are loads of leaf and cactusthemed accessories to choose from right now.

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But of course, now is the time to get out and tackle the garden. So why not enjoy being practical and stylish with greenery gardening accessories? Once it’s time to relax after a hard day, these outdoor and indoor pieces of furniture in serene shades are just the thing.

And whoever said green was a cold colour, obviously never snuggled up with these cosy items. From a checkered blanket to a tea pot for two, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the shade on colder spring days.

So don’t be green with envy. Add some of these accessories to your décor this season.

This Orla Kiely candle not only burns for 50 hours, but has a beautiful basil and mint scent too. £25 from www.minibugsboutique.co.uk

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Relax with this Haresfield Large Sofa in Designers Guild Brera Lino Grass Green from £2,669 from www.sofasandstuff.com

RIGHT: This fun kitsch green parrot ornament is sure to brighten the mood of any room. £15 from www.tch.net

ABOVE: Keep your greenhouse paraphernalia, tidy and to hand in this incredibly useful caddy in a luscious green. £19.95 from www.annabeljames.co.uk

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Made from 100 per cent pure lambswool, this check throw is perfect for chilly nights or as a comfy picnic blanket on warmer days. £48.95 from www.black-by-design.co.uk

Get into the holiday frame-of-mind at home with this banana leaves wallpaper by MINDTHEGAP. Set of three roles £150 from www.limelace.co.uk

Drink tea together, by pouring two teacups at the same time with this handmade two-spouted teapot. £185 from www.in-spaces.com

ABOVE: These green mechanical kitchen scales and both gorgeous and functional with an easy to read metric and imperial dial. £16.99 from www.kitchencraft.co.uk

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GARDEN TRENDS

WORDS: HANNAH SANDERS

FLOWER POWER IT’S TIME TO GET OUT AND MAKE EVERYTHING IN YOUR GARDEN LOVELY…

ow that the summer’s here it’s time to embrace the longer days and put our green fingers to good use.

As bulbs begin to fade and herbaceous borders grow in leaps and bounds, sowing and planting out bedding plants can begin, hanging baskets can be assembled and vegetables can start to be harvested.

However, it’s still important to make sure your garden is in shape. Here’s some top tips on what to do in your mid-summer garden.

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BASIC MAINTENANCE GET RID OF WEEDS As the weather becomes warmer, your garden will start to feel alive again. Weeds will start appearing, along with ivy and brambles. It’s best to get rid of them as soon as they appear, and you can always spray your garden with a wildlife-friendly weed killer.

KEEP IT TRIM To make sure that hedges grow densely and evenly, they should be cut several times a year.

Ornamental grasses, perennials, evergreens along with rose bushes and shrubs also need pruning regularly.

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MOW YOUR LAWN It’s time to get back into the lawn mowing regime as the added warmth and sunshine will inject a new lease of life to the grass in your garden.

REMOVE DEAD FLOWERS Removing wilted flowers is not only done for aesthetic reasons, but also supports the formation of new flowering shoots. Some summer shrubs like larkspur, produce flowers a second time in autumn, when they are cut back after the main flowering.

After tending your garden with general care, it’s time to start focusing on what style you’re going for this year.

2017 is full of new and exciting garden trends, from colour blocking and natural materials to vertical gardening there’s something to suit every taste.

COLOUR HIT This involves creating blocks of colour, whether it’s with a painted area behind a planter, coloured tiles or even a solid coloured outdoor rug. Living blocks of colour are on trend too; greens, browns and reds are easy to achieve and use clever plant selections to get brighter colours such as pinks or yellows. Also pick plants that change colour seasonally, to give your garden a fresh lease of life every season.

BACK TO BASICS Instead of the clean-cut modern look, landscapers are going back to the DIY image of the 1970s. Expect more natural materials, running rivers and wooden décor this year.

To create a stress-free natural look try using repurposed old wood, driftwood, plant pots or even create a rockery.

LIGHT UP Outdoor lighting is not only being used to highlight horticulture but, also to serve as mood lighting for outdoor events.

Invest in some LED fairy or solar powered lights and create a walkway through your garden or, simply decorate trees and bushes to add some sparkle.

THE URBAN JUNGLE Smaller houses, more people renting and a passion for seventies kitsch has led to a trend for more indoor plants.

It’s easy to create a small indoor garden with wall hangings, shelves and terrariums, adding a new lease of life into your home which is easy to care for. Look out for cacti as they are set to be the 2017 trend for indoor plants.

VERTICAL GARDENING With garden space at a premium, plants are headed the same way as architecture; vertically. Taller plants serve as a great alternative for urban gardeners. Wall planting is set to be a big feature of 2017, so invest in some hanging shrubbery and create your own wonderwall.

OLD AND NEW MASH-UP It isn’t about choosing one style and sticking to it this year. Try bringing both traditional and modern elements into your garden to make it more eye-catching and unique. Pair handmade artisan wares next to furniture with a modern design or in front of a painted wall.

NEW PLANTS ON THE SCENE Last year it was a calendula, along with the Mountain Pepper and Golden Duchess. This year gardeners are keen to find plants that can stand up to the tough weather.

Fleuroselect have mentioned that 2017 will be the year of the zinnia, bean and begonias.

COMFORTABLE SEATING Gone are the days of hard wooden benches or metal chairs, now it is time for comfortable outdoor seating. Invest in some colourful cushions and outdoor throws for your furniture. For something more unusual, try a swinging round seat or daybed.

HYPERLOCALISM This year locally sourced plants are set to come back into fashion. Look at plants native to your area and take inspiration from nearby woods, parks or hedgerows. If plant spotting isn’t your thing, talk to a local nursery or garden centre about what would suit your garden.

OUTDOOR KITCHENS Garden kitchens go perfectly with outdoor seating. BBQs are not the only thing outside anymore, gradually fridges, work surfaces, sinks and fire pits have made their way outdoors.

WHITE PLANTS The use of white plants is more of a returning trend than a new one. The flowers give off a glow at night, which will complement any outdoor seating. Look out for the English marigold this year.

TRY WATER GROWING VEGETABLES Having a constant supply of fresh organic vegetables is difficult if you have limited garden space. Try putting the roots of various vegetables including celery, green onion and cabbage in a water bowl and >>> watch them re-grow.

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GARDEN TRENDS

FLOWERS AND PLANTS TO LOOK OUT FOR After preparing the garden it’ll be time to think about making it colourful. Here are some popular summer flowers that are sure to bring life into any garden.

ASTER These thrive throughout the summer and bloom nearly nonstop in the fall if you keep the spent flowers picked. The daisylike flowers come in lavender, pink and white. Plant in partial sun and keep soil moist.

DAHLIA Available in bold blooms in a range of vibrant colours. Plant in full sun as they grow more blossoms with six to eight hours direct sunlight – and in rich, well-drained soil.

BEARDED IRIS Classic garden tubers with beautiful ruffled blooms and a light fragrance. Plant late summer in a sunny spot, with well-drained soil. Need at least six hours of sunlight per day. Plant a minimum of 16 to 18 inches apart.

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POPULAR HERBS AND VEGETABLES TO GROW Growing your own vegetables or herbs can be very beneficial to cost and saving. Focus on how much space you have in your garden; this will tell you what you can grow. If space is limited, think about buying dwarf selections or patio vegetables.

PEAS Give the ground a good sprinkling of wood ashes before planting. Plant one inch deep and two inches apart. Get them in the ground while the soil is still cool but don’t have them sit too long in wet soil.

CHIVES Sow seeds in spring or fall, ½ inch deep and in rows 12 inches apart. Prefer full sun.

Soil needs to be moist, rich and well-draining.

LEAF LETTUCE Thin seedlings when leaves start to appear, proceed until the plants are 30cm apart. Water the plants when the soil is dry in the mornings. Watch out for slugs and sparrows; make a barrier to put around them.

MINT Thrives in light, moist soil with good drainage. Plant two feet apart and should grow to be about one or two feet tall.

Frequent harvesting is key to keeping the plant at its best.

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TAKE YOUR PERSONAL SPACE INTO THE GREAT OUTDOORS, SAYS PHOEBE SEYMOUR tudy, den, man cave… whatever you choose to call it, it seems men have always needed a room of their own to hide away from the hustle and bustle of the house.

But in recent years, a new breed of man cave has emerged. An increasingly number of men (and women) are opting for outdoor rooms or sheds.

Gone are the days when a shed only contained rusty garden furniture and cobwebs.

Thanks to TV shows such as Shed of the Year and George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces, a new generation have discovered its endless possibilities. Even David Cameron recently unveiled his luxury £25,000 shepherd hut.

So, whether you need a space to pursue a hobby or to simply indulge in some quiet time, here is our round up of some of the best types of ‘man sheds’ around.

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Sheds are usually associated with summer, but why not create a space you can enjoy all year round? Take a leaf out of our Scandinavian neighbours with an outdoor sauna.

Go for the traditional Finnish cabin, with wooden walls for privacy or a modern cube with huge glass windows to take in the gorgeous view of your garden in snow or shine.

If you are looking to create your very own spa, visit the Yorkshire Garden Structures website at www.yorkshiregardenstructures.co.uk to find out how.

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Many of us have office spaces in our homes, but how much nicer would it be if we were closer to nature in the process?

With big glass doors tha t can be fully opened up to invite the outdoors indoors, workin g from home would be much more appealing with one of these.

Choose a simple structu re or a den with added decking.

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The hobbit house

If you want a building that forms part of the landscape, a hobbit-sty hut is a great option. As le those familiar with The Lord of the Rings series will know, a typ ical characteristic of the hobbit house is a dom shape and a turf roof. e With just the door visible , it’s the perfect hideout for the most esc apist homeowner.

Those of us not lucky enough to have a hillsid e or the space to create one, you can sav e space with a flat-roofe d wooden shed with bedding plants on top .

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PROPERTY TRENDS

HOLDING STEADY WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR THE PROPERTY MARKET? PHOEBE SEYMOUR ASKED TWO OF THE REGION’S PREMIER EXPERTS.

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NICOLA SPENCER, Spencer The Estate Agent “There has been a city living revolution over the last 15 years in Sheffield. Property developers are now investing in a high volume of new-build apartments in and around the city centre for the PRS and student markets.

“Because students will be living in many of these apartments, there will be a high turnover of tenants and landlords may have difficulty making them remain appealing,

especially with high levels of competition.

“Landlords used to claim tax relief on their mortgage interest payments so their mortgage interest could be off set against their income, but new legislation means this will no longer be the case. The changes are being phased in annually until 2020, so we can expect to see an influx of investment property for sale when people reassess their investments towards the end of the tax year (April 2018)

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TONY HARRISON, Move In, Move Out Estate Agents “As forecast, there has been continued uncertainty in the UK residential property market for the first half of 2017.

“This is mainly as a result of unfolding events surrounding the UK’s Brexit from the EU and the general election, together with an ever-changing global political arena, with a different presidential style in the USA and events continuing to unfold in the rest of Europe.

“The impact of more house building is still yet to be seen and may take some time to take any effect on property prices, however, while demand exceeds supply in most parts of the UK, property prices have and should remain stable for the remainder of 2017, with modest increases seen in most regions. The north-south property price divide continues to get wider, however, the Northern Powerhouse project

may help begin to reduce the gap over time.

“In Yorkshire, the property market has seen some encouraging signs of improving in 2017, with popular and desirable areas of Harrogate, Leeds and Sheffield seeing a continued increase in demand.

“Meanwhile, in some areas of Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham, property prices have continued to remain relatively the same as 2016, with price falls being seen in some areas, partly as a result of landlords selling properties due to the recent changes in stamp duty and taxation for buy to let properties.”

‘As long as people are sensible, save up for a deposit and don’t get greedy, we should see a steadier and more consistent property market throughout these slightly uncertain economic political times.’

up until its full implementation.

“Sheffield as a whole is currently short on stock for residential urban sales, so we’re seeing up to 10 offers on some properties.

Historically, buyers have always expected to offer over or the exact asking price, but as there are fewer properties, offers are being pushed even higher. As interest rates are likely to rise towards the end of the year, caution should be advised when bidding over asking prices.

“As long as people are sensible, save up for a deposit and don’t get greedy, we should see a steadier and more consistent property market throughout these slightly uncertain economic political times.” >>> www.sheffieldvibe.com 27

PROPERTY TRENDS

WHAT YOU PAY… WHAT YOU GET

Sheffield has seen a revolution in city living over the last 15 years

Up to £100,000

For bang on £100,000, you can live in a stylish, one-bedroom apartment at City Point in the heart of Sheffield on Solly Street. This modern apartment comes with a luxury bathroom and sun box balcony.

If you are a first time buyer looking for a family home, a three-bedroom semi-detached house in Wheatley, near Doncaster, offers plenty of space for the same price. You get a good-sized living room, separate dining room, front and rear gardens, a drive and a garage.

Up to £200,000 In the sought-after Sheffield area of Psalter Lane, you can get a two-bedroom ground floor flat in a Victorian villa for £149,950. This comes with an allocated parking space, security intercom access and three-piece bathroom suite.

With a guide price of £200,000 is an extended four-bedroom semi-detached house one of Doncaster’s most popular villages, Dunsville. You can enjoy a number of reception rooms including a study area, open plan kitchen/breakfast room, a living room and a conservatory. There is also the benefit of a utility room and downstairs WC. Up to £300,000 A stones-throw away from the restaurants and shops of Hunters Bar is this three-bedroom terraced house on Newington Road for £290,000. With a spacious and separate dining and living room (both with fireplaces) and a modest garden, it’s great value for money.

A luxury four-bedroom detached house in Balby, Doncaster, could also be yours for £209,995. Designed over three floors, it has an impressive master bedroom, a living room with French patio doors, which open onto the back garden, and a separate fitted kitchen and dining area. The first floor has three bedrooms and a bathroom with a Villeroy & Boch suite.

Up to £400,000 This four-bedroom semi-detached house on Ringinglow Road, Sheffield, for £400,000 will make the perfect family home. With spacious high-ceilinged rooms, a large modern kitchen, a

driveway and a reasonably sized garden, there is plenty of space for everyone.

And for £395,000, you can get a fivebedroom detached house in Edlington, Doncaster. The property boasts a prime location with beautiful views and a fantastic garden for the family to enjoy. With a spacious double aspect living room and a dining room – both with big bay windows you will love this light and airy property.

Up to £500,000 Coming in at exactly £500,000, is a sixbedroom period, semi-detached house in Ecclesall Road South, Sheffield. One of the most striking aspects of this property is its entrance hall with charming stained glass windows. Inside, there is a sitting room, dining room, kitchen, shower room and bathroom, and two cellar rooms on top of its six huge bedrooms. Outside, there is a big garden, beautiful views of Sheffield and a garage.

If you are looking for a spacious and modern family home, look no further than The Richmond, a five-bedroom new build detached

house in Scawthorpe, Doncaster, for £435,999.

An open-plan kitchen, family room and quiet dining room provide fantastic rooms for the family, whilst a large entertainment room is perfect for guests. As well as a large family bathroom, the master bedroom has an en-suite as well as its own walk in wardrobe.

Up to £1 million For £950,000, you can get an impressive seven-bedroom Edwardian house in Endcliffe, Sheffield. It includes a grand staircase leading into a spacious reception hall, a drawing room, dining room, snug, study and extensive basement rooms with a wine cellar and billiard room. Outside there is a gorgeous quarter-acre garden to get lost in.

Offers are in the region of £975,000 for an individually designed six-bedroom house in Bessacarr. Enjoy the privacy a gated entrance, long drive and huge garden can offer, along with six bathrooms, a vaulted cellar, an orangery and beautiful features such as an intriguing turret.

Over £1 million If you are looking for a building that is both historic and luxurious in the Whirlow area, look no further than this grand grade II listed house (price POA). With seven bedrooms with fourposter beds, a library, study, dining room, games room, ballroom (all with ornate detail) and approximately three acres of land, you are sure to feel like lady or lord of the manor. There are even two dressing rooms – one for him and one for her.

Exposed beam ceilings and 35 acres of land are just two of many things you will love about this superbly restored six-bedroom farmhouse in Bawtry. Coming in with offers in the region of £2 million, you get a detached staff cottage, excellent equestrian facilities such as an allweather track with a half mile gallop and 27 stables including tack and feed rooms in the large American barn beyond.

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HOME & GARDEN

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Hippy, hippy chic BRING A TOUCH OF BOHO TO YOUR HOME WITH THESE ACCESSORIES, WRITES PHOEBE SEYMOUR.

estival season is well and truly in swing and by now you’ll have noticed that the boho look is back in fashion. But why stop with dreamcatcher jewellery and gypsy dresses, when you could enjoy some summer-inspired pieces at home?

When it comes to the bohemian look, it’s all about bright colours and loud patterns. Combine warm shades of pink, orange, red, purple and even brown,

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with paisley and geometric patterns.

Opt for retro hippy-chic items that have recently made a huge comeback such as macramé plant holders, woven wall hangings and clashing cushions.

Think: 60s style meets Moroccan and Indian inspiration, with some Buddhist ornaments thrown in for good measure.

So go on, do the hippy chic and create your very own festival at home with these gorgeous bohemian items.

This Lehana Paisley cushion cover will instantly turn your living room into a bohemian boudoir. £32 from www.hutsly.com.

Add a sense of calm to any room with this Buddha tea light holder. £8 from www.diy.com.

This terracotta lamp base has been finished with a matt contrasting geometric pattern on a gloss mustard background, perfect to bring some colour to your space. £63.50 from www.hutsly.com.

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This South American blue and violet double hammock with skillfully made fringes and macramé will transform your garden into a festival chill-out zone. £149.90 from www.vivalagoon.com.

A beautiful handmade dream catcher will add hippy-chic charm to any wall. £26.95 from www.miafleur.com.

Find this ombre macrame plant hanger and many others at www.etsy.com/ shop/balkybird.

The stitching of this beautiful fuschia bedspread is handmade using traditional Kantha embroidery, a very popular and antique Indian technique. £53 from www.hutsly.com.

Ticking all the boxes on the bohemian checklist is this multi-coloured Hippy Patchwork Sofa. £571.50 from www.alexanderandpearl.co.uk.

This House of Rym throw, designed by Anna Backlund, has a lovely honeycomb pattern that will look great over the sofa or the end of the bed. £55 from www.eclectdesign.com.

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BUYING ABROAD

The Caribbean

A WORLD OF CHOICE ARE YOU LOOKING TO MOVE ABROAD? RACHEL MARTIN CAN HELP… icking future property hotspots can feel a bit like a lottery. But it is not impossible.

To find out where you can get the most bang for your housing buck this year, read our guide on where to buy in 2017 and beyond.

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Caribbean At this time of year what could be dreamier than lolling on a palm-fringed beach in the Caribbean? There is nowhere quite like it for laid-back yet lively coastal life.

Barbados is a firm favourite with property buyers looking for fabulous beaches, nightlife and a relaxed family-friendly vibe.

The island is also popular with celebrities who like to hang out at its

Cyprus Cyprus has been quietly prospering. It has put behind it the global downturn and has been addressing various issues relating to the purchase of property by overseas buyers, to make it an even more attractive place to invest.

Long-held cultural ties with the British (around 70,000 British ex-

glamorous hotel and restaurants.

Post the 2008-crash, property values in Barbados dropped significantly and it’s still a good time to bag a bargain. The market is improving but, in some areas, prices are 20 to 25 per cent below what they were in 2008.

There’s also beautiful St Lucia, the tax-efficient Cayman Islands and the Bahamas, or St Kitts and Nevis. More exclusive locations are Mustique, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands.

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pats reside on the island) remain a big part of the pull. English is widely spoken, the legal system is the same and there’s the comforting familiarity of driving on the same side of the road, plus 330 days of sunshine a year.

There’s also been significant investment in the Lanarca area, a new marina in Ayia Napa, and the this year should be big for Paphos, a European Capital of Culture 2017.

Malta

Malta Handily placed between North Africa, the Middle East and southern Europe, Malta has got the climate, plenty of year-round sights and is oozing with history - but also some world-class amenities.

Its property market is in good shape too. Malta recorded the highest quarterly increase in house prices in the EU (+6.2 per cent) in the third quarter of last year, according to Eurostat, and offers new developments as well as traditional houses.

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in the latest Malta Budget, concessions were given to first-time buyers, incentives for renovation projects and a reduction on the purchase tax on properties in Gozo, Malta’s little sister island.

For buyers looking for retirement in the sun, Malta, where English is widely spoken, is a safe, well-run and welldeveloped location. There are some tempting residence programmes including the Malta Retirement Plan and the Malta Residence Programme, both offering EU nationals the opportunity to take up residence and enjoy a tax rate of 15 per cent.

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Greece

Greece Greece has changed little for centuries; the stunning natural scenery, the authentic seaside towns and villages with their laidback and traditional lifestyle, tavernas’ and hospitable locals, and interest from buyers is focused on the popular holiday islands: Crete, Corfu and the other Ionian isles, as well as the Cyclades (including Mykonos and Santorini) and the Peloponnese.

The typical budget remains

around €100,000 to €300,000, although there are charming little stone houses from as little as €40,000, and there are more expensive micro markets - the ever fashionable party island of Mykonos or low-key Spetses, for example, where property prices remain relatively high because the locations are still highly sought after.

The tourist hub of Chania on the north coast of Crete remains popular too, with property hunters also favouring Kefalonia, the Peloponnese, Samos and Skiathos.

Italy Italy

Impossibly romantic, effortlessly stylish and oozing with culture; Italy has enjoyed a passionate following from overseas visitors for centuries. This is after all a nation with more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other and if Michelangelo or Botticelli don’t draw you to Rome or Florence, then maybe the romantic elegance of the lakes, or the medieval hill-top towns of Abruzzo, Marche or Umbria appeals?

In recent years the Italian coast has attracted a growing number of international buyers - from Tuscany to Sardinia, Puglia and Liguria - although it is inland Liguria where you find the best bargains. So where are the hot spots? Tuscany, Le Marche, Liguria, Lombardy and Abruzzo. Budget is clearly a big factor too and homes below €100,000 are becoming increasingly popular.

Spain

Spain

Tourism is booming, the Spanish economy is improving, and even unemployment is dropping. But what of the property market? It continues to improve, although prices remain well below market peak in many areas – with the notable exception of the sought-after areas of the Balearics, Madrid and Barcelona. According to the National Institute of Statistics the Balearics and Almeria show the biggest year-on-year increases, followed by Barcelona, Calalonia and Asturias. The Costa Blanca is also a perennial favourite, with prices still highly affordable.

France There’s much to like about the French market and our nearest neighbour remains a top choice for lifestyle and affordable property - a confluence of (still) falling property prices and record-low rates for borrowers’ means that it is a great time to buy a home in France.

But the drop in interest rates has been the big story of the market so far this year.

With the pound bouncing up and down like a yo-yo, home hunters are taking advantage of the low borrowing rate and an investment property in Paris, the Alps or PACA can easily provide a 3 to 4 per cent yield, with 7 to 8 per cent yield available in some provincial towns.

Portugal

Portugal The laid-back, affordable Portuguese lifestyle continues to draw in home hunters because it offers a lessdeveloped alternative to the Spanish Costa del Sol. Along with the refreshingly affordable cost of living – outside Lisbon or five-star resorts.

The Portuguese government has been savvy about attracting overseas buyers in recent years and has helped kick-start the property market with a couple of successful incentives: its ‘golden visa’ scheme, which has had great take-up from non-EU investors spending €500,000 or over, and the Non-

Habitual Tax Residency scheme (NHR), which has attracted Europeanex-pats due to low or zero income tax rates.

Golden visa sales have been driving the property boom in Lisbon – prices went up an impressive 30 per cent between 2013 and 2016. But buyers seeking a city pad should now look at Porto as a long-term investment – its old centre, or Baixa, is transforming already.

Meanwhile, non-habitual residents and retirees are heading to the Algarve, where prices are still down from the market peak.

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