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Tucked quietly away in the grounds of an Elizabethan house in the heart of the village of Patrixbourne near Canterbury is this impossibly pretty two bedroom cottage. Located in the heart of the Kent countryside, you’ll find lots of references to its 900 year old history, in particular the low beams and timber framing to the walls which were all taken from an old ship. Brimming with character (the front door comes with a key so big you’ll need a wheelbarrow to carry it around in!), Barton Cottage has been extended to increase the size of the farm house style kitchen as well as add a new bathroom complete with roll top bath. These are complimented by two reception rooms, one of which features an impressive Inglenook fire place, and two good sized rooms.

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Outside, you’ll find a picket fence to the front and small secluded garden to the rear with patio area – ideal for enjoying a cuppa on a nice day.

Key Features • Two bedroom country cottage • Over 900 years old • Farmhouse kitchen • New bathroom • Secluded garden Price: £325,000 haart Ashford 01233 620 340

Cambridge named the UK’s most expensive student city • Cambridge and Bristol break the £95 per week rental barrier compared to the national average of £75.25 • Privately renting students in the most expensive city Cambridge (£97.25 per week) spend 79% more on rent than students in least expensive Liverpool (£54.25 per week) • Difference in rental prices could cost a student over £2000 per year New research by haart has revealed the true Within London, the London School of Economics disparity in the real cost of studying at some of the and Political Science (LSE) is slightly cheaper in UK’s top universities. terms of tuition costs, falling £500 per year lower than most of the Russell Group universities, who The research, based on the 24-strong elite Russell charge £9,000 for a Bachelor of Arts course, but Group of universities has shown that Cambridge this saving is more than swallowed up by the and Bristol have beaten London into third place as £2,236 more it costs to rent in the capital. the UK’s most expensive student cities based on the cost of renting a bedroom in the university city. Paul Smith, CEO of haart commented: “Many canny parents are taking advantage of the strong Cambridge, home of the 2nd academically ranked rental markets by buying a home where their university¹, after Oxford, is the most expensive children are studying and letting the property to with the cost of a bedroom in a privately rented their offspring and their friends. This pays for a home an average of £97.25 per week – more ‘discounted’ rent for their child and offers a longthan £20 more than the national average of term investment for them. £75.25. Compared to Liverpool, rated at 29 in the academic rankings, where a room rental costs “For those students looking to save money on £54.25 per week, Cambridge students are paying their rental expenses and their social life, our tip 79% higher rents which amounts to £2,236 extra is to study in Leeds, where average rent is £58.50 spent over the course of a year. and the beer averages £2.45 a pint, £1.15 less than London and 30p less than Glasgow.”

Durham, placed fifth in the academic rankings table appears to offer the best value for money ¹Universities are listed in order of academic excellence by offering the highest ranking for lowest rental costs. The weekly cost of privately renting a room in the city averages £62.

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Celebrities back charity football match in Kent Former Gillingham FC Manager Andy Hessenthaler is among the sporting celebrities who have agreed to play in the Magic Moments Charity Cup in Kent later this year. haart, the UK’s largest independent estate agent, has organised a special fundraising football game on Sunday, August 25 in aid of Magic Moments. The match, which takes place at Lordswood Sports and Social Club in Chatham, kicks off at 2pm. haart is hoping to raise over £5,000 for Magic Moments on the day.

Launched in 1998 by Spicerhaart, parent company of haart, Magic Moments supports the families of children with life-limiting illness under the care of hospices such as Demelza. To date, it has raised in excess of £800,000.

Also confirmed to play in the match are Nicky Southall and Nicky Forster, both ex- Gillingham FC together with former boyband members Coree Richards (Damage) and Terry Coldwell (East 17).

Other names are set to be revealed over the coming weeks.

Event organiser Daniel Cook, Senior Negotiator at haart Ashford explained: “We are absolutely delighted with the response to the Magic Moments Charity Cup since we first revealed details a few days ago. The number of celebrities who have agreed to play in the game has been overwhelming whilst the number of tickets sold to members of

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the public means that it is fast becoming a sell-out.

We can’t thank people enough for their support for such a wonderful cause.”

To find out more information about the Magic Moments Charity Cup visit https://www.facebook. com/#!/events/190042821154624. Alternatively follow the action on Twitter @MM_Charity_Cup. To buy tickets call the Magic Moment Charity Cup ticket hotline on 07565 043 308.

Customer Testimonials

Customer Testimonials

“We would like to thank both of you (Richard & Matthew) for your professional but personal approach. We will be recommending haart’s services to anyone we speak to that requires a good agent in Biggin Hill. Thanks again chaps!”

Peter Webb, Biggin Hill, May 2013

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“I would like to thank the staff at the Strood branch for the very professional and helpful way that they dealt with the sale of my property. Selling a property is a very stressful time and I was given a lot of help and advice with all the aspects of my sale.”

Paul Scott, Strood, June 2013

“As first time buyers when we started th of looking fo e process r a new home we really di where to star dn ’t know t or what to do. After ar viewings with ranging various esta te agents, ha by far and aw art were ay the best we came acro were they fr ss .

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Sean Green, Deal, May 201 3

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“Going through haart was a wonderful experience and we couldn;t be happier with the service we recieved”

Pick of the Rental Properties

Take a look at some of the hundreds of properties to let with haart. From just £450 per month, there is something to suit all tastes and budgets.

Dargets Road, Walderslade

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This five bedroom detached home is a real must see. The property features separate living and dining rooms, cottage style kitchen plus two bathrooms, one of which has a walk in shower. What’s more, you’ll find a large double bedroom on the top of the garage which would make a fantastic games room for the children or guest room. £1,650 per month haart Walderslade 01634 683 797

Kerry Hill Way, Maidstone

Brenchley Mews, Charing

McKenzie Court, Maidstone

Beautifully presented town house set in a prime location fclose to Maidstone town centre.

The accommodation comprises of a fitted kitchen/diner inclusive of white goods, first floor living room with Juliet balconies, four excellent sized bedrooms, en-suite to master bedroom, family bathroom and downstairs W/C.

Deceptively spacious four bedroom mews house in the centre of Charing with generous L-shaped lounge, modern kitchen, three bathrooms and a courtyard garden.

Modern two bedroom apartment with balcony and allocated parking set in the popular development of McKenzie Court which is just walking distance from Maidstone town centre and Maidstone East train station. Price also includes water bills.

£1,250 per month

haart Maidstone 01622 755 860

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haart Ashford 01233 641 779

£1,200 per month

haart Maidstone 01622 755 860

£800 per month

Pick of the Rental Properties

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Old Loose Hill, Loose You’ll be hard pressed to find a house with more character anywhere in Kent! Sympathetically restored by the owner, this beautiful 17th Century Grade II listed fully furnished four bedroom home comes with several reception rooms, two bathrooms and a fantastic garden with views across Loose. £2,700 per month haart Maidstone 01622 755 860

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First Time Buys

Coronation Road, Sheerness

Peterborough Gardens, Rochester

This light and airy three bedroom terrace home in Sheerness comes chain free. A short walk from the beach, it features a large kitchen/diner plus family sized bathroom and front and rear gardens.

This two bedroom mid-terrace in Rochester is the perfect first time buy. Internally, there are two good size bedrooms, lounge, dining room and kitchen. The whole house benefits from plenty of natural daylight throughout, and the space on offer makes for a very appealing property.

haart Sheerness 01795 663 011

£125,000

haart Rochester 01634 719 955

£120,000

Nash Court Gardens, Margate

Clifford Way, Maidstone

A two bedroom mid-terrace property in Central Margate which has been recently refurbished and comes with no forward chain. Includes separate lounge and dining room.

Two spacious bedrooms, a stunning open plan kitchen and lounge plus a fitted bathroom are just some of the features of this recently built property close to the centre of Maidstone.

haart Broadstairs 01843 447 006

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£120,000

haart Maidstone 01622 751 222

£119,950

Semi Detached Homes

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Stoke Road, Hoo You’ll absolutely love this cosy semi detached cottage on the outskirts of the village of Hoo. Blessed with views over neighbouring farmland and fields, it includes separate lounge and dining room as well as a conservatory, kitchen and ground floor cloakroom/WC. £190,000

haart Strood 01634 719 955

Edelin Road, Bearsted

Coes Green, Chattenden

Modern four bedroom, three storey family home in Bearsted with separate lounge, dining room, front and rear gardens plus off-road parking.

A four bedroom semi detached house with two bathrooms in Chattenden which is fit for all the family. It features additional WC, spacious ‘Paula Rosa’ kitchen/diner with separate utility room and extended driveway. Ideally located for Strood and major road networks.

haart Maidstone 01622 751 222

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£335,000

haart Strood 01634 719 955

£249,950

Great Family Homes

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Percy Road, Broadstairs Beautiful double fronted four bedroom, two bathroom detached home situated in a prime residential location within a few minutes walk of Broadstairs Mainline Station and Broadstairs’ sandy beaches. £375,000

haart Broadstairs 01843 860 180

Calvert Drive, Bexley Park

Station Road, Martin Mill, Nr Dover

Impressive four bedroom, three storey family home on this sought after Bexley Park development close to the A2 and M25 with good size lounge, kitchen/diner and conservatory plus front and rear gardens and integral garage.

Character filled double fronted three bedroom, two bathroom home, called Sun Cottage, in the quiet village of Martin Mill with large rear garden.

Ideally located within a few minutes walk from the local mainline station.

haart Dartford 01322 229 433

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£499,999 haart Deal 01304 382 277

£400,000

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