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GBP £180,000 – Windsor Road, Ealing Broadway, W5

Ground floor studio flat featuring off-street parking and great central Ealing location. The property comprises studio flat with feature fireplace, space for dining and wood floors, hallway storage, separate kitchen and white suite bathroom. Windsor Road is just moments from a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants within the Ealing Broadway Centre with Ealing [...]

RICS – November Records An Increase In Demand For Property

RICS – November Records An Increase In Demand For Property

New buyer inquiries increased for the third month in a row in November, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the first time the market has enjoyed such an extended period of demand growth since spring 2010. There were further encouraging signs, as the number of newly agreed sales rose at a faster [...]

London Hotel Market Outshines Property Market

London Hotel Market Outshines Property Market

According to a new study by STR Global and Whitebridge Hospitality, London hotel profitability over the last 11 years has outperformed the rest of the UK seeing the profit gap between London and regional hotels across Britain widen since 2000. London hotels between this time and 2010 have experienced a real gross operating profit. Having [...]

Holiday Homes – London Houseboats Are Popular Choice For Holidaymakers

Holiday Homes – London Houseboats Are Popular Choice For Holidaymakers

The short-term rental market sees a boost in activity every festive season as crowds of tourists book their London holiday accommodation while hotels, hostels and guest houses are all popular choices, London houseboats are also becoming increasingly popular among local and international holidaymakers alike. London is already home to numerous residential houseboat moorings, and these [...]

For Sale – Admiralty Arch Priced At £75m – Hotel Plans To Follow Suit

For Sale – Admiralty Arch Priced At £75m – Hotel Plans To Follow Suit

It has an unrivalled location in the heart of London, with some pretty impressive neighbours. But anyone looking to buy Admiralty Arch will need more than deep pockets. They will also have to demonstrate that they have the ability to combat terrorism. The Grade I-listed building with views of Buckingham Palace and Trafalgar Square has [...]

TfL  To Acquire Docklands Light Railway PFI Concessionaries

TfL To Acquire Docklands Light Railway PFI Concessionaries

Railway Gazette reported that Transport for London is to take over two companies which hold private finance initiative contracts to finance, build and maintain extensions to the Docklands Light Railway network. Announcing the deals on November 25th 2011, TfL said that current market conditions and the unique circumstances of TfL’s ability to raise finance mean [...]

Home Improvement

REALTY Estates To Start Work On It’s £35m Redevelopment Of Gateway House

REALTY Estates To Start Work On It’s £35m Redevelopment Of Gateway House

REALTY Estates says it is ready to start work on its £35m redevelopment of Gateway House – the S-shaped building on Piccadilly Station approach – and the area behind it. The Manchester-based developer, which has stripped out the building and secured funding, is also in advanced negotiations with potential hoteliers. The company said it has [...]

Home Decor – Tips For The Season

Home Decor – Tips For The Season

It’s nearly time to dress the tree and your home for the festive season. Homespun guru Kirstie Allsopp and decor experts share their seasonal style tips with Gabrielle Fagan Kirstie Allsopp’s rushing around thinking about robins, baubles, tinsel and all sorts of Christmas things. While the rest of us probably end up in a last-minute [...]

Basement Turned Beach Spot – The Growing Property Conversion Trend

Basement Turned Beach Spot – The Growing Property Conversion Trend

A Kensington developer has decided to build a beach in the basement of a London property. The Daily Mail has reported that the false beach resort will surround a 36 foot swimming pool and include a beach area, changing rooms, sauna and a spa bath. The plan is yet to gain planning approval but the [...]

Oasis Teams Up With United House Group For Waterloo Site

Oasis Teams Up With United House Group For Waterloo Site

Global charity Oasis has announced that it has chosen the award-winning United House Group as its preferred partner for the redevelopment of the Oasis Centre in Waterloo. Oasis chose United House after a demanding three-stage competitive selection process, based on a range of criteria including their approach to the project and their track record of [...]

Bonhams Auction House £30m Conversion Approved

Bonhams Auction House £30m Conversion Approved

Bonhams, the auction house founded in 1793, won approval for the 30 million-pound ($47 million) conversion of its headquarters on London’s New Bond Street. Bonhams will retain the existing store fronts and add three salesrooms, preview galleries, a café and space for employees, spokesman Julian Roup said by e-mail. “We have the green light,” he [...]

Property Maintenance – Winter Tips For Landlords

Property Maintenance – Winter Tips For Landlords

Landlords who are renting out properties can follow a number of tips to more effectively save their money by protecting their investments and themselves throughout the winter months. This is especially applicable to those owning buildings or homes in the state where there are high real estate prices. Harsh winters can lead to a number [...]

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GBP £1,295,000 St Dionis Road, Fulham, London

GBP £1,295,000 St Dionis Road, Fulham, London

A lovely flat fronted four bedroom Georgian house with a good garden, which has been significantly extended and which is located in this sought after street in the heart of Parsons Green. The ground floor is open plan and has a great sense of light and space which is ideal for entertaining. The reception area [...]

GBP £4,650,000 South Eaton Place, London

GBP £4,650,000 South Eaton Place, London

An elegant four bedroom family house situated in one of Belgravia's most sought addresses. Approximately 216 sq m (2,328 sq ft) This white stucco fronted house, now in need of some cosmetic refurbishment, benefits from a spacious open plan kitchen and dining room on the ground floor and a grand first floor reception room. The [...]

GBP £1,995,000 Rivermead Court, Ranelagh Gardens, Fulham, London

GBP £1,995,000 Rivermead Court, Ranelagh Gardens, Fulham, London

A spacious second floor flat with south-facing views, located in the sought-after centre block of Rivermead Court, a popular portered mansion block (with lift) overlooking the River Thames and adjacent to the Hurlingham Club. A flat such as this is rare to the market and commands special attention. Presented in good order throughout it will [...]

GBP £1,200,000 Clancarty Road, Fulham, London

GBP £1,200,000 Clancarty Road, Fulham, London

A beautifully refurbished and extended house located just to the south of the Peterborough Estate close to Parsons Green. The house has a good size landscaped garden, superb open plan living space and four bedrooms. The house has a proper front garden and the front door to the house opens onto an internal lobby with [...]

GBP £1,695,000 Eaton Square, London

GBP £1,695,000 Eaton Square, London

A super two bedroom, two bathroom ground floor apartment. The property benefits from a good balance of living and entertaining accommodation. Leasehold 7 years. Approximately 163sq.m (1,763sq.ft) The property has an excellent south facing reception room, overlooking the Eaton Square gardens, a separate dining room with a balcony and a separate kitchen. The flat, which [...]

GBP £2,100,000 Studdridge Street, Fulham, London

GBP £2,100,000 Studdridge Street, Fulham, London

A brilliant conversion of a Nicholls Lion house. The house has been completely transformed giving four bedrooms, a large basement, a contemporary open plan reception space on the ground floor and a south facing garden. The reception space in this superb house has been completely remodelled and the ground floor features a large open plan [...]

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GBP £1,200 Rodmarton Street, Marylebone W1

GBP £1,200 Rodmarton Street, Marylebone W1

A modern three bedroom new build mews house located conveniently for Baker Street tube and the amenities of Marylebone High Street W1. The house consists of a spacious reception room with floor to ceiling windows and two terraces. The property is finished to an incredible standard with modern bathrooms and kitchen. Available unfurnished and parking [...]

GBP £1,950 Lower Belgrave Street, Belgravia, London, SW1W

GBP £1,950 Lower Belgrave Street, Belgravia, London, SW1W

A bright and spacious three bedroom flat in Belgravia. The property is a three bedroom ground and lower ground floor split level apartment, which has been newly redecorated, with original period features and a private patio garden.Accommodation: Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a further two double bedrooms, family bathroom, guest cloakroom, reception room, kitchen, [...]

GBP £1,650 Shawfield Street, Chelsea, London, SW3

GBP £1,650 Shawfield Street, Chelsea, London, SW3

Lovely house to rent in the heart of Chelsea. The house is located in a quiet street yet close to the shops and restaurants on the Kings Road. The house features a paved garden, a west facing roof terrace and close to Sloane Square underground station (district and circle lines). Three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, [...]

GBP £1,300 Pont Street, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X

GBP £1,300 Pont Street, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X

Interior designed two bedroom apartment to rent in Knightsbridge. Situated on the third floor within this prestigious building on Pont Street with a lift and a porter.Pont Street is located in the heart of Knightsbridge within a few minutes walk of all the shops and restaurants on Beauchamp Place and Sloane Street. Knightsbridge (Piccadilly Line) [...]

GBP £1,500 Ellerton House, Bryanston Square, Marylebone, London W1

GBP £1,500 Ellerton House, Bryanston Square, Marylebone, London W1

Well presented three bedroom apartment in Ellerton House, Bryanston Square, Marylebone W1. Situated in a period building with modern interior spread across 114 sq.m (1229 sq.ft). The apartment offers master bedroom with en suite and fitted wardrobes, two bedrooms, family size bathroom, spacious open plan reception room that leads to fully fitted kitchen and a [...]

GBP £1,500 Ellerton House, Bryanston Square, Marylebone, London W1

GBP £1,500 Ellerton House, Bryanston Square, Marylebone, London W1

Well presented three bedroom apartment in Ellerton House, Bryanston Square, Marylebone W1. Situated in a period building with modern interior spread across 114 sq.m (1229 sq.ft). The apartment offers master bedroom with en suite and fitted wardrobes, two bedrooms, family size bathroom, spacious open plan reception room that leads to fully fitted kitchen and a [...]

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London Hotel Market Outshines Property Market

London Hotel Market Outshines Property Market

According to a new study by STR Global and Whitebridge Hospitality, London hotel profitability over the last 11 years has outperformed the rest of the UK seeing the profit gap between London and regional hotels across Britain widen since 2000. London hotels between this time and 2010 have experienced a real gross operating profit. Having [...]

Autumn Statement 2011 – Mortgage Industry A “Disappointment”

Autumn Statement 2011 – Mortgage Industry A “Disappointment”

Responding to today’s announcement that the temporary first-time buyer stamp duty concession will end on 24 March 2012 as planned, CML director general Paul Smee said: “It is disappointing to see the government withdrawing the stamp duty concession that currently benefits first-time buyers. “While the concession may not have stimulated additional demand, it was a [...]

The Legal Loophole That causes Taxpayers £1b

The Legal Loophole That causes Taxpayers £1b

The super-rich are costing the taxpayer up to £1billion a year by exploiting a legal loophole which allows them to avoid paying stamp duty when selling their exclusive homes. The dodge involves transferring ownership of a property to an off-shore company so when it comes to be sold the buyer purchases the company as a [...]

London & Stamford Aims To Raise It’s Residential Portfolio – In Talks with International Investor

London & Stamford Aims To Raise It’s Residential Portfolio – In Talks with International Investor

Veteran developers Raymond Mould and Patrick Vaughan, who lead London & Stamford, plan to take advantage of Treasury proposals set to be announced next month that could allow residential property investors to avoid stamp duty on bulk purchases and capital gains tax if the assets are held in an income-yielding Reit vehicle. London & Stamford [...]

Mortgages.co.uk Helps Homebuyers Find The Best Mortgage Rates

Mortgages.co.uk Helps Homebuyers Find The Best Mortgage Rates

Homebuyers looking to secure the cheapest mortgage rate should head over to mortgages.co.uk for information, news and guides on mortgages, including remortgages. The recently relaunched site also features a mortgage calculator for an easy way to find out the true cost of a mortgage. From first time buyers looking to get their first property and [...]

Price Gap For London Property Remains Evident

Price Gap For London Property Remains Evident

For sale – A newly converted Victorian terraced house on Pont Street in Knightsbridge, one of London’s most coveted neighborhoods. Harrods is around the corner, the stylish department store Harvey Nichols just a little further along. The triplex is expected to sell for about £6.15 million. For sale – A small terraced house on Pont [...]

Home Improvement

REALTY Estates To Start Work On It’s £35m Redevelopment Of Gateway House

REALTY Estates To Start Work On It’s £35m Redevelopment Of Gateway House

REALTY Estates says it is ready to start work on its £35m redevelopment of Gateway House – the S-shaped building on Piccadilly Station approach – and the area behind it. The Manchester-based developer, which has stripped out the building and secured funding, is also in advanced negotiations with potential hoteliers. The company said it has [...]

Home Decor – Tips For The Season

Home Decor – Tips For The Season

It’s nearly time to dress the tree and your home for the festive season. Homespun guru Kirstie Allsopp and decor experts share their seasonal style tips with Gabrielle Fagan Kirstie Allsopp’s rushing around thinking about robins, baubles, tinsel and all sorts of Christmas things. While the rest of us probably end up in a last-minute [...]

Basement Turned Beach Spot – The Growing Property Conversion Trend

Basement Turned Beach Spot – The Growing Property Conversion Trend

A Kensington developer has decided to build a beach in the basement of a London property. The Daily Mail has reported that the false beach resort will surround a 36 foot swimming pool and include a beach area, changing rooms, sauna and a spa bath. The plan is yet to gain planning approval but the [...]

Oasis Teams Up With United House Group For Waterloo Site

Oasis Teams Up With United House Group For Waterloo Site

Global charity Oasis has announced that it has chosen the award-winning United House Group as its preferred partner for the redevelopment of the Oasis Centre in Waterloo. Oasis chose United House after a demanding three-stage competitive selection process, based on a range of criteria including their approach to the project and their track record of [...]

Bonhams Auction House £30m Conversion Approved

Bonhams Auction House £30m Conversion Approved

Bonhams, the auction house founded in 1793, won approval for the 30 million-pound ($47 million) conversion of its headquarters on London’s New Bond Street. Bonhams will retain the existing store fronts and add three salesrooms, preview galleries, a café and space for employees, spokesman Julian Roup said by e-mail. “We have the green light,” he [...]

Property Maintenance – Winter Tips For Landlords

Property Maintenance – Winter Tips For Landlords

Landlords who are renting out properties can follow a number of tips to more effectively save their money by protecting their investments and themselves throughout the winter months. This is especially applicable to those owning buildings or homes in the state where there are high real estate prices. Harsh winters can lead to a number [...]

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GBP £425 Blenheim Crescent, Notting Hill, London W11

GBP £425 Blenheim Crescent, Notting Hill, London W11

| January 24, 2012 | 0 Comments

A furnished one bedroom flat to rent in Notting Hill W11. This first floor flat is ideally situated on Blenheim Crescent. The apartment benefits from a large windows with shutters that allows plenty of light to enter. Accommodation comprises bedroom, bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, 1st floor. Available to let furnished. Blenheim Crescent is one of [...]

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GBP £1,150 Palace Gate, Kensington, London W8

GBP £1,150 Palace Gate, Kensington, London W8

| January 23, 2012 | 0 Comments

A three bedroom apartment to rent in Kensington W8. The ground floor apartment is ideal for entertaining benefiting from a large reception room, wooden flooring and high ceilings. All the bedrooms are good sizes and have good storage. Accommodation comprises 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), large reception room, eat in kitchen. Available to [...]

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GBP £475,000 Napier Court, Ranelagh Gardens, London

GBP £475,000 Napier Court, Ranelagh Gardens, London

| January 23, 2012 | 0 Comments

A bright apartment with a balcony and its own secure underground parking situated on the fourth floor of this purpose built block that is moments from Putney Bridge Underground and the Hurlingham Cub. The front door opens onto a hallway which has built in cupboards. The reception room has a picture window and door opening [...]

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GBP £2,750 Thornbury Court, Chepstow Villas, Notting Hill, London W11

GBP £2,750 Thornbury Court, Chepstow Villas, Notting Hill, London W11

| January 22, 2012 | 0 Comments

A fantastic six bedroom family flat to rent in Notting Hill W11. This second floor apartment is ideally situated on Chepstow Villas. The property benefits from plently of storage space as well as boasting a large reception room. Accommodation comprises 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, dining room, lift, 2nd floor. Available to let [...]

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GBP £850,000 Palace Mews, Fulham, London

GBP £850,000 Palace Mews, Fulham, London

| January 22, 2012 | 0 Comments

Tucked away in a private gated mews development this charming house has an integral garage as well as off-street parking and is located in an area which is convenient for access to the facilities of Fulham Broadway. The front door opens onto a well-proportioned reception room. French doors with floor to ceiling windows on either [...]

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GBP £495 Mathison House, Coleridge Gardens, Kings Road, Chelsea, London, SW10

GBP £495 Mathison House, Coleridge Gardens, Kings Road, Chelsea, London, SW10

| January 21, 2012 | 0 Comments

Set within the exclusive "Kings Chelsea" development this property is presented in immaculate condition. Residents have the use of a fully equipped gym and swimming pool with the advantage of 24 hour security. One bedroom, reception room, kitchen, bathroom, communal gardens, tennis court, parking. Latest Properties in Central London – Lettings

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GBP £9,850,000 Wilton Place, London

GBP £9,850,000 Wilton Place, London

| January 21, 2012 | 0 Comments

A recently refurbished freehold house situated in the most sought after section of Wilton Place. The house has been designed to exacting specifications and provides very good living and entertaining space. Approx 336 sq m (3,618 sq ft) The property benefits from a large west facing roof terrace, home cinema room and an exceptional spa [...]

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GBP £725 Crawford Street, Marylebone, London, W1H

GBP £725 Crawford Street, Marylebone, London, W1H

| January 20, 2012 | 0 Comments

A stylish two bedroom apartment to rent in Marylebone with a large reception room on the fifth floor of this popular portered block. Just a short walk from Marylebone High Street and Baker Street, the flat provides quick access to the City and Canary Wharf via the Bakerloo and Jubilee lines. The flat is presented [...]

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