May 2019
Exploring the beautiful South of France Page 12
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Handy tips to help with your move
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Transform your walls with wallpaper
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Security options for your home
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Editor’s Letter Welcome to the May issue. Summer is just around the corner and, generally considered to be the busiest time of the year for gardeners, preparing your garden for the warmer months is vital. So take a look inside to find out what you should be focusing on to get your garden summer ready! Moving inside the home, if you’re thinking of updating your décor, we feature some of our favourite wallpaper trends that are sure to liven up your walls. Also, inside this issue are our handy tips to help you with your move. Any move to a new home can be a stressful experience, but this is especially true when you are moving to a new area too. Take a look inside to see what you can do to make the transition smoother. As ever, there is plenty inside this issue to keep you reading; from security tips to keep your home secure, to our travel guide to the South of France. Until next time. Linda McKeown Editor
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best garden HOW
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Summer is just around the corner and, generally considered to be the busiest time of the year for gardeners, preparing your garden for the warmer months is vital if you want to get the most out of it and make it shine!
Prepare the patio, outside furniture, flower beds and borders During winter, there probably wouldn’t have been much opportunity to sit outside or dine alfresco. So, at the very least, your patio or decking areas may need a sweep to eliminate loose leaves and foliage that may have gathered around your garden. If you have any outside furniture, it would also be wise to tidy them up, especially if they had been moved into a more secluded spot during the colder months. Another step in the right direction would be to give any paving stones a blast with a pressure washer to lift up any dirt or moss.
Make the most of water butts One of the most economical things you can do as a gardener is to install a water butt. Water butts collect large quantities of rainwater, which you can then use to water your lawn, plants and flowers, instead of using tap water. Ensure your water butt collects rainwater as much as possible in advance of the summertime because if there’s ever any likelihood of no rain for long spells at a time, it will be during the summer season! As well as water butts being essential for environmentally friendly gardening, rainfall also happens to be the best type of water for plants. This is because tap water is often slightly alkaline. When positioning your water butt, it’s best to place it underneath a downpipe, to ensure as much rainwater gets collected as possible.
Clean and sharpen your tools Your gardening tools should be the backbone of your gardening duties. Without them, you’re as defenceless as a garden enduring a summer’s heat with no rain for weeks on end! Just like a garden needs rain, love and attention, you, the gardener, need your tools. And you need them fully functional and able to do their job effectively. Give your tools a thorough clean and sharpening to maintain their quality, especially since the most important season of the year for your garden is just around the corner! As well as helping you to avoid replacing them in the future, maintaining your tools can help prevent the spread of disease too. Dirty secateurs, for example, are notorious for introducing bacteria and fungi to fresh pruning wounds.
Clear away any dead leaves and rubbish from your flower beds and borders which have gathered over the previous months too. Tidy up your borders by trimming the edges and turn your soil to cultivate it and help plants thrive.
Eliminate weeds and pests Now, this is where your newly-cleaned and sharpened garden tools come into play! Weeding is one of those garden jobs which few gardeners relish. However, the results of doing so are plentiful, and it’s an essential part of maintaining your garden to a healthy and attractive standard (particularly those which grow from the cracks in between paving slabs, therefore ruining the appearance of your patio area). Getting the weeding done before summer is crucial if you want to prevent weeds from stealing the nutrients from the soil that your plants sorely require. Another requirement for any good garden is to make sure it’s free of pests, particularly since flower beds are all too often the victim of their detrimental trespassing! A good tip if you want to be environmentally friendly is to cover your flower beds with crushed egg shells, rather than using toxic pesticides. Doing so will help repel pests such as slugs, who love flower beds.
Best summerflowering bulbs to plant now
Oriental lilies. There are numerous varieties available of this extravagant flower, with a broad range of colours and heights to choose from. Note that the blossoms will become heavy once developed, so they will need extra support.
Crocosmia. These tend to reach approximately three feet in height, and their sword-like foliage becomes bright green. Stalks of arching flowers extend above the leaves in the middle of summer, and the most common flower colours are red, orange, and yellow, depending on the variety.
Asiatic Lilies. Unlike their Oriental cousins mentioned above, Asiatic lilies bloom sooner, are fragrance-free, and are brighter coloured. Their flowers are not typically as large as Oriental lilies and their stems are sturdier, so they don’t require 3 extra support.
TO A NEW AREA ...
Moving to a new house can be a stressful experience, especially when you are moving to a new area too. We’ve put together a few handy tips to help with your move
Get to know the area Relocating to a new area can be daunting, but if the move is well planned out in advance, the process can be much easier. Before moving to your new home, if possible, it’s a good idea to spend some time exploring and getting to know the local area. Spend as much time as you can driving around local villages and towns. Prepare a checklist of your essential facilities and then objectively look at what each place has to offer in terms of local amenities and find out what, if any, local clubs and organisations you can join. This is a great way to make new friends and really get to know your new surroundings.
If the move is well planned out in advance, the process can be much easier”
Also, spend time talking to those already living in your chosen location. Finding out from the locals where the best parks, pubs, and even the best take-aways are, can save you a lot of time researching and help you feel more at home. If you are already a member of any national organisations, they will be able to put you in touch with similar groups in the new area and you will soon find others with the same interests. If moving due to employment, it is advisable to investigate the best commuter routes to and from work. Find out how long your daily journey will take and run tests around the same time you will be making the trip, as the same journey could take a lot longer at busier times of the day. Speaking to local residents could also give you information about alternative routes.
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If moving with children, find out where the best schools and nurseries are located and what school catchment area your new home falls in. You can find the Ofsted reports for possible schools, nurseries, and childminders, on the local government website. Organise a visit and taster days to potential schools, so that both you and the kids feel more prepared before the move.
unnecessary gifts and causing your guests expense, ask that they instead bring a card listing their three favourite things about the area. A fun way to make friends and to find out a little more about the place you now live! Try and stick to the same routine as much as you possibly can, especially if you have children. Keeping to the same routine will help to make the transition go a little smoother and disrupt your normal day to day life a little less.
Get out and about Once the unpacking has been done, the house has been organised and you have introduced yourself to the neighbours, get out and about.
Settling into your new home Once you’ve taken the big leap and moved, it might take a little time to adjust to your new life and surroundings. However, there are many ways to make settling into your new home a little easier. If moving with children, it might be a good idea to sort out their rooms as soon as possible. Having familiar things around them will help them to settle into their new rooms better. Unpack their favourite books and toys first to help distract them whilst the rest of the boxes are being unpacked. It is a good idea to ensure that these things are either put into the removal van last, so they will be taken off first, or are put in the car with them. Host a housewarming party to get to know your new neighbours and other residents on your street! You could also invite new work colleagues and parents you’ve met on the school playground. People often feel obligated to bring something along, so instead of accepting
Explore the surrounding villages and towns, visit your local pub, nearest parks and play areas; this will help you (and your children if you have them) become much more familiar with the area. Get involved with the local community too. Why not join local groups or activities, such as gym classes, book clubs or drama groups. You could also join the neighbourhood watch. The school your children attend might have groups or organisations you can get involved with, such as the PTA and after school clubs. Any group or organisation you can get involved with will massively help to integrate yourself into your new area.
If moving with children, find out where the best schools and nurseries are located and what school catchment area your new home falls in
But no matter how far the move is, it is always important to get out there and really embrace everything that your new surroundings have to offer. This might take a little while but be patient; you will start to feel at home in no time.
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Ipanema Heritage Wallpaper Go for a touch of the exotic with this line drawn design featuring toucans and lush, tropical foliage. £35 www.johnlewis.com
Apex Geometric Trellis Wallpaper Add a spectacular shine to your home with this funky geometric design in metallic silver with a stone background. Perfect to make a bold statement in your home. £7.99 www.worldofwallpaper.com
Lundby Wallpaper, Citrine Be inspired by the natural forests of Scandinavia with this simple, yet graphic, wallpaper. £25 www.johnlewis.com
WALLtoWALL Forget about simply painting those walls – add an instant splash of colour and design using wallpaper. Here we feature some of our favourite finds…
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All prices correct at time of going to print
Safari Kids Map Mural Wallpaper This sweet pastel toned world map is perfect for your little one’s nursery or bedroom, featuring illustrated animals from all over the world in a cute and educational style. £36 www.muralswallpaper.co.uk
This on trend wallpaper has a matt finish and multicoloured rainbow print design which repeats every 53cm.
Arthouse Scandi Triangle Wallpaper - Yellow A pretty geometric design of repeating triangle and diamond shapes in pale pastel colours.
£11.20 www.dunelm.com
£12.99 www.very.co.uk
Boutique Alice Duck egg blue Leaf Metallic effect Wallpaper Ideal for use in bedrooms, hallways and living areas, this beautiful wallpaper can be wiped clean with a damp cloth to remove marks caused by everyday life. Perfect!
Paste The Wall Hexagonal 3D Wallpaper Next’s Paste-The-Wall wallpaper uses a special backing paper, so the paper does not expand or contract when wet. You can simply paste the wall, and hang the paper dry! We just love this design. £20 www.next.co.uk
Dunelm Rainbow Print Design White, Red, Pink and Blue Over The Wallpaper
£18 www.diy.com
Urban Walls Ripped Poster Wallpaper Hundreds of ripped posters come together to create this edgy wallpaper featuring bright hues and bold texts. £18 www.next.co.uk
Protect Your Home Your home is the most expensive thing you will ever own, so it makes sense to look after it and keep it secure. Here are our top security tips. Between January and December 2018 there were 380,517 reported burglaries in the UK*. The impact of burglary is severe; taking 8 months* for the average person to feel secure again in their own home, and even then, less than half ever feel completely secure.
Security cameras are inexpensive and easy to install, with wireless and wired options available
For 1 in 10 people*, it can be a reason to move home. The trauma can be especially severe for children and can be carried on into adulthood. Almost 40 per cent of adults, whose homes were broken into when they were younger, are still bothered by their experience*
So, what can you do to secure your home? Outside Burglars don’t arrive with their own tools, they prefer to use tools they pick up from unlocked sheds, garages or side passages. Keep your sheds and garages locked, and if you have a side passage, deadbolt and padlock it. You can stop would-be thieves from getting close to your garage or shed by installing motion activated lights. Once installed, these lights will turn on when they detect movement, stopping would-be burglars in their tracks. You can pick up single battery powered units for about £20 each or solar powered units for approx. £30 each. Security cameras are inexpensive and easy to install, with wireless and wired options available. The wireless options are popular but remember to check the battery regularly. As with TV’s, the higher the resolution the better the picture quality, so you will want something 1080p or above to get crystal clear images. You will also want to ensure that the camera has a good night-vision mode, offering 100ft of vision or more.
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Your home is the most expensive thing you will ever own, so it makes sense to look after it and keep it secure
Other top tips for keeping your home safe: »»
Keep your keyholes clear from dust; burglars can tell you don’t use your deadlock if it’s full of dust and debris.
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Don’t leave your keys in your door; burglars can poke through the keyhole, knock them down and use tools to pick them up from the floor through a letter-box.
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Save posting your holiday snaps to social media for when you are home; burglars monitoring social media can tell when a home has been left alone and it will make yours a target.
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Close windows in the evening and when you leave the house; open windows are an easy chance for an opportunist burglar.
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Change the locks. It may sound crazy but how do you know no one else has a set of your keys; what about the previous owner?
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Ask someone to remove the post and put your bins out while you are away, to give the impression of someone being home.
A car on your driveway will deter any potential burglars, as will appliances on timer switches. When you’re on holiday, why not ask your neighbour to park on your drive to deter burglars. You can set timer switches to come on at set certain times of the day. Lights are standard but won’t necessarily deter a burglar as much as if a TV or radio is on. Setting a timer to turn your TV or radio on when you’re out is a smart idea and is simple to set up using the built-in sleep timers found in the main menu of most smart TV’s. Still leaving your keys under the front doormat? Burglars know the most common places where people leave their keys. Get an outdoor key lock-box mounted in a secure location, with a four-digit pin that only you and trusted friends or family know; or leave a spare key with your neighbours. This key will come in handy if you are away, as a letter-box full of post will be a sure sign to a burglar that you’re not in. Inside If a burglar gets past your outdoor security, don’t let him get past your alarm system. Window and door sensors are musthaves to complete your home security. They are simple, yet effective. A switch and a magnet attach to the window frame and the pane of glass. If the window stays closed, the circuit is complete; when the window or door is opened, the circuit breaks which signals the control panel, triggering the alarm. Most sets offer different modes, including; chime, silent and alarm mode and can send notifications to your smart device. To complete your home security, you can now get smart systems which allow you to control your security from your phone. These systems connect to your Wi-Fi and, through an app, you can customise what happens when a window is broken, or motion is detected. Entry-level systems include door and window sensors, a motion detector and a hub. These systems are available as full set-ups or separate components which you can add on to build a bespoke system.
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Thanks to its array of transport links across the country and nearby towns, Nice is a great place to be if you want to explore the wider area
Ooh la la ! With the annual Cannes Film Festival just around the corner, we’ve explored the beauty of a holiday in the glorious South of France
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The South of France is an easy choice when deciding your next holiday destination. With a selection of different resorts and cities, the only hard decision you’ll have to make, is where in the South of France you want to go. Home to a region of rich culture, sun, sea, fine wine and food, the South of France can host your perfect getaway!
Cannes Famed for its annual film festival and glamourous celebrity lifestyle, Cannes is the superstar of the French Riviera. Its dazzling promenade, golden sandy beaches and year-round Mediterranean climate create the perfect backdrop for a wonderful holiday. The famous Film Festival might take place each May, but Cannes is bustling all year long. The city, placed on France’s sparkling Riviera, has many fascinating cultural attractions as well as some great places where you can relax, indulge and watch how the other half live. The Old Port of Cannes is an interesting mix of traditional charm and immense wealth. It’s a great place to watch huge yachts arrive into town while having a drink in one of the bars that line the water’s edge. Like many of the towns in this region, Cannes is steeped in culture and history where you can enjoy museums, castles and churches.
Nice The grand city of Nice is where everyone thinks of when they think of the South of France. It is a grand city of long esplanades and spacious squares, it’s also the fifth largest city in France so you won’t be struggling to find things to do. Nice is home to a perfect beach life, a stunning medieval old town and some delicious French food! If you are looking for a relaxed holiday in the South of France, Nice is where you need to be! Thanks to its array of transport links across the country and nearby towns, Nice is a great place if you want to explore the wider area, or even enjoy a day trip to Monaco.
Avignon Places like Avignon in the South of France are evidence that there’s much more than just beaches and film festivals in the South of France. Avignon is packed with history and fascinating architecture, making it an ideal destination for sightseeing. Pont d’Avignon is a UNESCO World Heritage site, whilst the Palais des Papes, art museums and gorgeous town squares are also popular places to visit
in this city. The River Rhone is one of the focal points of Avignon, and it has played a big part in the city’s history. There are companies who offer lunchtime and dinnertime cruises across the Rhone, letting you enjoy some fantastic views of the famous landmarks of Avignon. Avignon was also home to Van Gogh, so art lovers can enjoy learning about the history of the famous artist.
Marseille Marseille is the undiscovered jewel in the crown of France’s Mediterranean coastline. The rocky hills of Provence look down onto the ancient port and the thousands of boats docked in its clear blue waters. Thanks to the new Eurostar South of France service, which launched a few years ago, you can get from London to Marseille in just a few hours. Marseille is a city that is changing fast but has still retained that edge that makes it stand out from the rest of the towns along the French Riviera. It’s also a great base for exploring the azure blue Calanques, so why not hop on the train and make a holiday out of this great city. France’s second city has all you could ask for; beautiful beaches, ancient buildings, thriving artists and a diverse and dynamic nightlife.
Things to do in the South of France For food and wine lovers, a trip to a local vineyard is a must. Many vineyards offer tours of their vines followed by wine-tasting and a delicious lunch with French cuisine. A day trip to Monaco should also be on your list of things to do, whether you are travelling by boat, car or train, you can enjoy the stunning port with its array of high-end yachts. There are also lots of golf courses and local shops where you can stock up on gourmet cheese; however, the South of France can also accommodate kids too. Thanks to its beautiful Mediterranean climate and fantastic French countryside, the whole family can enjoy serious adventures. There are plenty of cycle hire firms around the area, as well as Monaco’s Oceanographic Museum where you can get up close and personal with baby sharks. Placed near Montagnac is The Meze Dinosaur Museum which features scale replicas of the Jurassic creatures. However, to top it all off, amongst the underground hiking, baby shark stroking, hot-air balloon rides, wine tasting and delicious food, there is nothing better than a day at the beach. The South of France offers a fantastic range of beaches to enjoy, with pristine white beaches and crystal clear water, all under a blue sky with lots of sunshine.
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ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Cricket fans across the world are looking forward to this year’s ICC Cricket World Cup which starts at the end of May and runs until July
As the hosts, England are one of the favourites to win the trophy this year
The ICC Cricket World Cup (CWC) takes place every four years, featuring ten teams and is the culmination of a global qualification process that runs over a five to six year period. The top eight teams in the ICC one-day rankings at the given date qualify automatically. The final two teams come from the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier which takes place in the year prior to the Cricket World Cup. This year’s tournament runs from 30th May until the 14th July and will be joint hosted by England and Wales for only the second time in its history. The first two competitions were hosted by England back in 1975 and 1979. The first game of the tournament will take place at The Oval between England and South Africa, and the other venues include Trent Bridge in Nottingham, the Cardiff Stadium, Old Trafford in Manchester, The
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Rose Bowl in Southampton and Lords in London. After a disappointing World Cup four years ago, England’s limitedover side have been working towards 2019’s competition in the hope of winning their first ever World Cup. With the Ashes taking place later in the year, England are hoping May will kick-start a successful year for the Cricket team. The 2015 World Cup saw England crash out at the group stages after Bangladesh claimed a stunning 15run win. It was the third time in five World Cups England had gone out of the group stage. As the hosts, England are one of the favourites to win the trophy this year and they are also Number 1 in the ICC ODI Rankings. There will be pressure on this England side, but with the backing of their home crowd, they feel they can go all the way.
After a successful ODI series against the West Indies, Adil Rashid may prove to be a key factor in an England side filled with an arsenal of batting talent including Eoin Morgan, Jos Butler, Joe Root and Ben Stokes. The leg-spinner, Adil Rashid, was the highest wicket-taker against the West Indies for both sides, and many people will be hoping he will be crucial for his national side this year. India are second in the ODI Rankings and feature a great bowling line-up with the likes of Mohammed Shami, Jasprit Bumrah and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, as well as batsmen Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan. New Zealand, South Africa and Australia all follow in the rankings and they will be competing in what looks to be an exciting summer of cricket across England and Wales.
The Homes
(Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 What is it and how does it affect you?
Karen Buck’s Homes Act 2018 is an Act to amend the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985. It received Royal Assent on the 20th December 2018. But what does it actually mean? The new Act requires that any property let by a landlord (private or social) is fit for human habitation when a tenancy is granted and remains so for its duration. It extends to England and Wales, but its practical changes are only for England, as Wales has its own fitness-for-humanhabitation consultation.
or disrepair that has been caused by the tenants’ behaviour. A landlord is not obliged to rebuild a destroyed building or carry out works which are the responsibility of a superior landlord, or to maintain or repair anything which the tenant is entitled to remove from the property.
When does it come into force?
Can a landlord or third party inspect the property?
The Act came into force on the 20th March 2019, three months after being enacted and applies to new tenancies of less than seven years, including renewals of existing tenancies. Okay, so what does ‘fit for human habitation’ mean? A property NOT fit for human habitation is a property with a serious defect in one of the following areas: repair, stability, damp, internal arrangement, natural lighting, ventilation, water supply, drainage, facilities for cooking and the disposal of wastewater. But what if I haven’t been told about any defects? The landlord’s liability to the tenant will not start until the landlord has had notice of the defect, and the landlord has had a reasonable amount of time to rectify the unfitness. What if the tenant has caused the defect? The Act covers landlords too. It will not make them responsible for any damage
Yes, landlords will be able to get expert evidence from a surveyor if needed and, if notified that the property is unfit, will still have a reasonable period to put right the defects. What could happen if a landlord is found guilty? Landlords may be brought before the court, where a landlord may be ordered to carry out works, and damages awarded to the tenant. The court could make a finding of unfitness on simple non-expert advice, such as a lack of heating. For responsible landlords, there should be nothing to worry about. However, it is yet to be seen if, like PPI claims, there will be an increase in cases against all landlords. Tenants will be able to claim legal aid and conditional ‘no win no fee’ agreements and as there is no definite guideline for when a court interprets a hazard to exist – and whether it is so defective that the property is unfit – it is a case of waiting to see if there is an increase in future cases.
The Act… applies to new tenancies of less than seven years, including renewals of existing tenancies
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Guildford Road, SW8 ÂŁ1,800,000
This extensive Grade 2 Victorian Villa affords a wealth of elegant living and entertaining space and is set within the highly sought-after Landsdowne Gardens Conservation Area. Recently renovated to the highest standard throughout, the property extends over 2720 sq/ft and boasts a large dual aspect open-plan reception room with twin feature fireplaces, five/six double bedrooms, three luxurious bathrooms, study, snug/cinema room, utility room and bespoke fitted kitchen leading directly onto a tranquil and peaceful mature garden laid to artificial lawn. Furthermore, the garden offers a secluded paved BBQ area, fruit trees and a green house. Located moments from Stockwell Tube and Vauxhall Tube/Train Stations and within a short walk of Oval and Nine Elms as well as Embassy Quarter, The Thames Path and The Southbank.
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St. Martin’s Road, SE9 £3,500pcm
4 Bedroom House on St Martin’s Rd, Stockwell, SW9. This exquisite mid-terrace townhouse is a perfect example of a Victorian home reimagined for the 21st Century. Meticulously designed and finished to high standard throughout, the house offers spacious open-plan reception room with exposed timber floors and feature fire place, a bespoke fitted kitchen / diner followed by dual aspect tri-fold doors leading onto an attractive and secluded private garden. The first floor offers 3 generous bedrooms and a family bathroom boasting a roll-top bath and handmade Italian tiles. Above, the grand lateral master suite utilises the entirety of the 2nd floor boasting a luxurious wet-room bathroom with rain soaker shower, a wealth of storage and wardrobe space, exposed timber floors and ambient lighting. Due to the thoughtful and sympathetic redesign, the whole house boasts incredible natural light in each and every room.
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Guildford Rd, SW8 ÂŁ1.750,000
FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET SINCE 1977. A spacious semi-detatched late Victorian Villa with a grand double drawing room, family kitchen and idyllic secluded garden within the highly sought-after Lansdowne Gardens Conservation Area, Stockwell, London, SW8. Filled with natural light and charm this exceptional Grade 2 listed semi-detatched early Victorian Villa is an ideal and elegant family house. Boasting a wealth of period features and sizable proportions the house offers a wonderful opportunity to modernise to your own specification. Benefiting from a stunning and idyllic secluded garden, 4 spacious double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a grand dual aspect drawing room with feature fireplaces, a spacious family kitchen / diner with adjoining sitting room all within The Lansdowne Gardens Conservation Area. Nestled on a quiet tree lined residential street moments from Stockwell and Vauxhall Stations which both allow for excellent access to the City and West-End. The area hugely benefits from the redevelopment of Nine Elms, Embassy Quarter, The Thames Path and The Southbank as well its ever expanding array of exceptional local eateries, gastro pubs and everyday amenities.
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Elfindale Road, SE24 ÂŁ1,400,000
An elegant early Edwardian terraced house with planning permission to extend and improve within the highly sought-after North Dulwich Triangle. Herne Hill, SE24. An elegant early Edwardian terraced house with planning permission to extend and improve within the highly sought-after North Dulwich Triangle. Herne Hill, SE24. One of the favoured residential streets in Herne Hill, Elfindale Road offers handsome and well-proportioned houses ideal for modern family living. Offering a spacious double reception room with feature fireplace and exposed wood floors, a wonderful open-plan kitchen diner with French doors onto a sunny south-west facing patio garden. The tranquil rear garden is laid with substantial hand cut York flagstones and benefits from manicured hedging and a mature cherry tree. We have been advised that planning permission has been granted for a side return extension. The first floor boasts a generous master bedroom and 2 additional bright and airy double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The 2nd floor is currently arranged as an extensive dual aspect bedroom with separate shower room.
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Savoy Mews, SW9 ÂŁ1,100,000
A stunning 5 bedroom Mews House of approximately 1670 sq/ft quietly nestled in a small secure boutique development moments from Clapham North and Stockwell Stations. Boasting a bright and airy modern interior a spacious open-plan living space and secure allocated parking. This wonderful modern townhouse quietly located within the courtyard of an attractive mews development offers a large open-plan reception room with wood floors, neutral decor and direct access to the decked garden via tri-fold doors. The whole house offers exceptional natural light throughout prefect for family living and entertaining. Boasting a smart designer fitted kitchen with breakfast bar, high quality intergrated appliances a guest WC and storage. The 1st and 2nd floors offer 5 well-proportioned bedrooms 2 ensuite shower rooms and a luxurious family bathroom. Surrounded by excellent transport links from both Clapham North and Stockwell stations as well as a vast array of exceptional local amenities, gastro pubs, restaurants, sporting facilities and night life making this house ideal as either a for a family home or rental investment. The house is offered with freehold tenure with the additional benefit of estate security gates, video intercom systems and secure allocated parking.
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Stradella Rd, SE24 £2.400,000 Rare to the market, this stunning and substantial double fronted home offered for the first time since 1973. A beautifully proportioned late Victorian house with a wealth of period features, charm and potential is perfectly located for the highly regarded local schools and transport links. Boasting an elegant red brick facade and a sizable family garden this is a truly wonderful opportunity to acquire and re imagine an exceptional home on one of Herne Hill’s most prized and sought-after tree lined streets. With a well proportioned lateral layout the house offers two generous reception rooms, a sizable kitchen breakfast room, 5 double bedrooms, 2 family bathrooms, furthermore the house benefits from a sizable cellar, a vast loft and a secure gated semi detached garage. Stradella Rd is located moments from Central Herne Hill with its array of artisan eateries, independent boutiques, renowned sporting facilities of Brockwell Park and speedy transport links into the City and West-End via Thames Link and Southern Rail.
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St Faiths Road, West Dulwich, SE21 ÂŁ1,700pcm
This well-presented period 2 double bedroom garden flat, situated on the ground floor of this attractive Victorian terraced house available for rent. The two double bedrooms are well proportioned and carpeted. The Master Bedroom features warm coloured carpet with a feature fireplace, a bay window and high ceilings. The second bedroom offers high ceilings and overlooks the secluded terrace private garden to the rear. The property boasts a luxurious bathroom which includes a bath, shower, sink and WC. The combined reception / diner to the rear of the property offers excellent entertaining space and easy access to the rear garden and wide side return patio, perfect for Al Fresco Dining. The property comes fully furnished and is available from 1st May 2019.
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Oliver Burn was established in 1999 by myself, Diana Burn, and Eric Brodnock, my Partner at that time, and now my Husband. I had already been an Estate Agent for 10 years, working for reputable Independent agents like Douglas and Gordon, and Eric came from a computer/technology background, running his own business. Together we founded Oliver Burn, and opened our doors in July 1999. Eric and I were very clear from the outset that we wanted Oliver Burn to be customer focused, a quality we found was lacking in most Estate Agents. That is why we situated our administrators at the front of the office, creating a reception area, where people are greeted with a smile! This philosophy runs right through the company to this day, our staff are always
happy to help and will always go that extra mile to make sure that our clients’ transactions run smoothly. We were also clear that we would act with honesty and integrity, giving Vendors and Landlords alike an honest appraisal of what their property is worth, and to not go down the route, that many agents do, of overpricing to gain instructions. Those principles hold true to this day and as a result a lot of our business comes from referrals. We are constantly evolving and improving our services through investment in additional tools to assist our clients and maximise exposure. We are delighted therefore to be joining Property Collection to cover our marketing which will give us an extra string to our bow, giving our clients individual websites, and offering them and us optimum exposure across a premier range of social media.
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Thanks to the Property Collection, we can now offer our clients unique, exclusive industry-leading technology to help market your property, as well as a free, individual website with a video tour for every seller, and the chance to feature in a monthly magazine.
A perfect fit for Oliver Burn in its anniversary year!
Tim Clarke-Payton General Manager
Diana Burn
Sales Director I am the co-founder of Oliver Burn and have worked in the industry for 30 years, gaining a wealth of experience which has been invaluable when advising our clients on market trends and preferences in both the sales and rental markets. I take pride in achieving the best possible price for our clients. I have lived in South London for most of my adult life and have brought my children up here, thoroughly enjoying the benefits of the parks, commons, Victorian and Edwardian tree lined streets, as well as a number of highly rated schools. I am married to the co-founder of Oliver Burn and he is also a builder and property developer as well as being our Managing Director. My husband and I are fortunate enough to enjoy breaks in both Europe, Africa and the Caribbean.
After studying Fine Art Valuation at University, I was selected to join the Blues and Royals and Household Cavalry, however, after working for the designer Philip Treacy, I followed a family trend and joined the world of residential property. Over the past 20 years I have run several Central London estate agencies and joined Oliver Burn in August 2018. As a seasoned interior and architectural photographer I pride myself on producing the very best marketing material for your property combined with a friendly professional approach. When away from the office I love spending time with my young family and socialise with friends.
Liz Thomas
Assistant Manager Having worked in the industry for 12 years I can honestly say I am still just as passionate about my role now as when I first started. I like meeting new people and helping people to move in their new home has always be a pleasure to be a part of. Having lived, worked and raising a family in this area for more than 12 years I have built a strong local knowledge and very much love being part of the community. When I am not working I enjoy attending my local dance class for weekly Salsa and Kizomba classes, I also enjoy singing and going to the theatre and spending quality time with family and friends.
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MEET THE TEAM
Tim Hudson
Louise Putt
I have worked within Estate agency as a financial adviser and estate agent for approximately 25 years. My passion has always been to serve in the community providing a professional and comprehensive service. I decided to choose estate agency as a career because of my love for properties and helping vendors and landlords to achieve their objectives.
I have been Property Manager at Oliver Burn for 5 years. Dealing with tenants, landlords, contractors and suppliers, is not everyone’s cup of tea! You need patience, an eye for detail and logistical expertise and fix problems as quickly and cost efficiently as possible. Tenants and landlords can rely on me to look after them and their properties throughout the tenancy. My previous incarnations include parliamentary lobbying, marketing, PR, research, events and functions. Classical music, opera, theatre and film are my hobbies.
Theresa Parsons
Georgiana Ciobanu
I have lived in and around the Dulwich area since the age of 4. I have worked in the property industry for 16 years in both South London and the West End, gaining extensive knowledge of agency administration. I have a passion for property and enjoy creating new property details, contracts, agreements and office coordination. At home I love spending time with friends and family, cheesy pop music and travelling.
I joined Oliver Burn over 10 years ago as a Property Manager, a department I successfully ran for 5 years until the birth of my younger son. After a small break, I returned to my present role at Oliver Burn to oversee administration, training and HR. I love being part of the team at Oliver Burn and thoroughly embrace their approach to customer service, for me it is paramount that every customer takes away a positive experience when dealing with us, the number of referrals we receive is testimony to that. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband and two boys, as well as our cat and dog.
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Herne Hill Administrator
Clapham Administrator
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Don’t just take our word for it ... The level of service was very good; they came to view my property and we spoke and took it from there.
Trevor/Vendor
I was kept in the loop about who was interested and what they were having to do in terms of the checks. They have done all of the paperwork, all of the reference findings and the tenant deposit scheme.
Julie/Landlord
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TESTIMONIALS
The viewings were handled mainly when I was at work so my days or evenings weren’t disrupted and Oliver Burn got back to me straight away as to how the process went. I was recommended to Oliver Burn from one of my very good friends, I then used them to sell and to buy property so I definitely would, and have, recommended them to friends and colleagues. Anne-Marie/Vendor
Oliver Burn were the most professional and friendly team I came across from all the different letting agents and they were quick and efficient. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Oliver Burn to any friend, family or acquaintance. Linda/Landlord/Vendor
They provide a good service and the tenants are properly checked and vetted. I had no problems or issues. Richard/Landlord
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