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2 East Shee Common featured properties Palace gardens terrace - W8 PARK ROYAL A beautifully designed triplex apartment on this sought after and quiet Kensington road. This impressive, well proportioned property is arranged over the basement, ground and first floors of this striking period building. The beautifully refurbished accommodation comprises large entrance hall, elegant reception room, superbly fitted kitchen/dining room opening on to the garden and three double bedrooms with luxurious en suite bathrooms. Further features include a cinema room, cloakroom and extra outside space with decking. WEST ACTON A Palace Gardens Terrace is an elegant cherry tree lined street located just off Kensington Church Street, which offers a wide variety of shops and restaurants, while Kensington High Street, Notting Hill and the green spaces of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park are all located close by. Share of Freehold. SO AC AC GR GUNNERSBU A sumptuously refurbished three bed triplex 6,500,000 Kensington Office T E [email protected] NORTH SHEEN Richmon Park

3 1,675,000 battersea Office T E [email protected] An impressive six bedroom family house thurleigh ROAD - SW12 This rarely available house is situated at the western end of Thurleigh Road, one of the finest streets in Battersea, and just a stone s throw from Wandsworth Common. The house measures close to 2,500 sq ft and offers six double bedrooms arranged around a beautiful central staircase. The centrepiece of the house is an extensive 40ft double reception room boasting a fabulous bay window and French doors on to a wide, south facing, lawned garden. The kitchen is spacious and additionally benefits from attractive vaulted ceilings with skylights. Thurleigh Road sits at the southern end of the area known as between the commons and offers easy access to a wealth of local amenities on Northcote Road. Freehold.

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5 SSI U e4 London Portrait Editor: Beth Hilson Editorial: Kathryn Macoy Graphic Designer: Jim Frost Advertising: Tom Burkinshaw Featured cover property to let: William Hunt Mansions, SW13 For further details contact our Barnes Office: T T [email protected] welcome Marsh & Parsons opens on Kensington Church Street a few doors away from its current location Big Ben starts ticking Charing Cross Railway Station opens The last convict ship sails to Australia Battersea Dogs & Cats Home moves to its current location Albert Bridge built Peter Jones opens his flagship store in Chelsea Royal Courts of Justice opened by Queen Victoria Karl Marx dies in London Savoy opens on The Strand Queen Victoria becomes the longest reigning British monarch in history Metropolitan Borough of Wandsworth was formed Cesar Ritz opens the Ritz Hotel overlooking Green Park Welcome to our autumn edition of London Portrait magazine which is once again filled with a great selection of flats and houses to suit all prices ranges for sale and to rent across London. We ve been surprisingly busy during the summer months and whilst we have, of course, seen the sales market slow as it always does, we have seen more buyers than usual registering and have achieved some excellent sales prices. The lettings market has been extraordinarily busy and is characterised by rising rental prices across the board, due to unusually high numbers of tenants looking to rent, and less property available to let. The results from our latest customer insight survey were particularly pleasing - showing that of all the people that we spoke to, 99% said that they would have no hesitation in recommending us to their friends, with a further 28% telling us that they already had! It s all very well providing a service that our clients enjoy, but in the end it really does come down to whether we can produce the result they require from their estate agent. This research says to me that we are able to deliver on both our promises. Complacency however is a dangerous thing and we will continue to strive to maintain these results. This issue of London Portrait includes the usual updates from our sales, lettings and new homes teams, as well as articles by Cheryl Markosky. A look at how to prepare your garden for the autumn months, and some design inspirations from a local interior designer will also help you to prepare your property for going on to the market this side of Christmas. I do hope that you enjoy this latest edition of London Portrait and hopefully find your new home. As always, please let me know any feedback at: [email protected] Peter Rollings, Managing Director, Marsh & Parsons Chelsea Football club founded White City Stadium, Hammersmith built for Summer Olympics. The Electric Cinema on Portobello Road opens London s first airport opens at Hounslow Heath Marsh & Parsons launch their new Maida Vale office London wins bid for 2012 Olympic Games Notting Hill becomes the highest grossing British film ever Dolly the sheep is the first mammal to be cloned The Independent newspaper launched Red Rum wins the Grand National for third time Decimalisation of all currency in the United Kingdom England win the World Cup for the first and only time so far The Beatles form in Liverpool Car manufacturer Jaguar founded Wandsworth Council celebrate the building of its 1,000th house First telephone boxes in London erected Fred Perry becomes the last British male to win Wimbledon Bank of England nationalised Oslo begins donating the annual Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree Agatha Christie s Moustrap opens in the West End. It is still running. Post WWII rationing ends 5

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7 CRYSTAL BALL GAZING Making predictions can be a dangerous game, but Peter Rollings takes a look at what might be ahead for the London Property Market... Peter Rollings Managing Director must admit, I do feel nervous when I try to predict what is going I to happen in the London property market. Of course nobody can actually know what is going to happen but I do think that if you work within a market every day, you must by definition have a good idea of what is really going on, and therefore be able to make an informed guess at what the future holds. At this time of year, I m often asked (along with a number of other commentators) for my views on the property market and my thoughts on what is going to happen during the next 12 months. At the start of the year I wrote a piece stating that, in view of what I could see happening on the ground, I could see prices in London growing at between 5 and 7% during I am relieved to say that so far I think I am going to be about right. Obviously, along with this piece of judgment there has to be a large slice of luck as I am no more capable of accurately predicting the future than you are. However my reading of the market is that we have seen this growth already and that I don t expect to see much, if any, growth in the final quarter this year. Due to the size of our business, the geographical spread of our offices and the sheer number of people we come into contact with on a daily basis, I believe we are well placed to gauge the mood of the market and make an informed judgement on which way it is going in both sales and lettings. More importantly, by being at the coal face we can see what is going on daily, weekly and monthly and can advise our clients accordingly. So, bearing all this in mind and with the usual caveats of events outside our control, this is what I think is going to happen (and in some cases is happening now) for the remainder of the year and into We will see increasing numbers of properties come on to the market so that it will, after three years of low volumes, rise to meet its 15 year average. We will see lettings values continue to rise as less property becomes available to rent. This will correct itself over the next two years as the investor, or buy to let market makes a recovery. London residential property will increase in popularity as a stand alone asset class and larger numbers of corporate buyers will enter the market in expectation of healthy returns (rental income plus capital appreciation giving a gross return of circa 9% pa).* As a result, property prices in the capital will grow by around 5% in 2011 buoyed by an increase in return on investment, a relative shortage of supply of both second hand and new build, an increase of availability of mortgage finance and a general, if gradual, recovery in the economy. Both overseas investors and homeowners will continue to be a major force in the market with Asian buyers, especially Chinese viewing London as the place to invest - (the emerging Chinese middle class can be counted in the hundreds of millions). This is driven by a mixture of hard headed investment strategies and the one-upmanship of owning a property in London. Buyers and investors from India will become more prevalent and this will continue to grow over the next few years. There has been much talk of double dip in the past few weeks. However, let us not forget London reacted unusually quickly to the downturn in late 2007 with the market falling rapidly by up to 25%. It should not surprise us therefore that it was also the first area of the property market to enter recovery and enjoys a very different dynamic to the rest of the UK s property market. London bears limited comparison to the general UK market and commentators who talk about the property market going down (or up) do so at their peril! *Source: Investment Property Databank For further updates and information on the property market visit:

8 lettings comment Rental prices rise with property in short supply... Emilie Thysse Lettings Director - Central Patrick Littlemore Lettings Director - South & West The lettings market has turned increasingly in favour of landlords throughout the course of As we enter the seasonal autumnal peak in the lettings calendar, demand for property is firmly outstripping supply across all areas of Central & South-West London. The economic recovery in London has given rise to a steady increase in staff relocations & recruitment into the City, which, coupled with the usual influx of new graduates & students, means prospective tenants at all levels are finding themselves in competition with other renters for the best flats. Luxury rentals, in particular, have seen a significant boom over the summer and this activity at the top end of the market is showing no sign of abating through the autumn months. We have seen the volume of properties being let at rents over 1,000 per week rise by 53% compared to the same period last year. In addition, there has been an increase of 17% in the average budget at this top end of the market ( 1,000 per week and above). The profiles of tenants renting these luxury properties remain diverse; though the majority are still corporate tenancies, with London s traditional strengths of Banking and Legal firms once again expanding operations. Traditionally popular areas such as Notting Hill, Chelsea and Kensington have seen a typically high proportion of the top-end tenancies, though many tenants looking for more space have chosen areas such as Battersea, Clapham and Barnes which are extremely popular with those looking for a villagey feel, without compromising on convenient transport links to the city. Interestingly, the length of time to which tenants at the top end of the market are willing to commit also seems to be increasing, with the average initial term of the tenancy having increased to 20 months compared with 17 months in Over the first half of this year, many existing tenants were forced to move as their landlords chose to terminate the tenancy in favour of putting the property on to the improving sales market or to try to achieve a higher rent in a more buoyant market. As such, the value of securing long-term tenancies has been felt across all levels of the lettings market. Interestingly, luxury short lets are also seeing a market renaissance with some recent tenants paying up to 10,000 per week for the convenience of renting high-spec properties in the most desirable addresses for shorter periods of time. With supply of properties on the market relatively low, it s essential for tenants to move rapidly if they find something they like. In August & September, over 35% of the offers received on properties from prospective tenants were in competition with another interested party. Indeed, there have been multiple instances of properties receiving more than three competing bids within 48 hours of coming on to the market; a recent one bed flat in a prime Kensington location received four offers within 24 hours, with two out of the four prospective tenants bidding on the

9 The Sunken Garden, Kensington Palace Corporate & Relocations Matt Salvidge Head of Corporate & Relocation Services...a recent one bed flat in a prime Kensington location received four offers within 24 hours, with two out of the four prospective tenants bidding on the property being excellent corporate tenants... property being excellent corporate tenants one a bank and one an embassy. The property was, in the end, let for more than 10% over the asking price. Equally, in such a fast-paced market, though landlords find themselves in a strong position, they also need to be mindful of making quick decisions; tenants are being forced to be decisive in this competitive market, which means they like to get quick responses in return, otherwise they are likely to go elsewhere. Our Renewals Department has seen a very busy start to the Autumn season with the majority of tenants agreeing to increases in their rent in order to remain in their existing property; indeed many are keen to renew long-term to avoid finding themselves on the receiving end of a further increase six months later in a strengthening market. Many landlords are asking us to re-value their properties at the point of renewal to ensure that we are able to negotiate the optimum market rent on their behalf. Indeed, our specialist renewals negotiators have been successful in achieving rent increases of up to 18% in some cases. More often than not, we are achieving the new terms we have recommended for our landlords as tenants realise the benefit of staying put in such a competitive market. Investment into buy-to-let property has fallen significantly over the past two years as access to mortgages for investment property has remained difficult to obtain. However, with such increased activity in corporate relocation at the top end of the market, as well as the continued strong demand from would-be first time buyers in the lower and mid-market, it seems likely that confidence amongst the landlord community will continue to grow and if finance availability starts to improve, we could see a welcome resurgence of new buyto-let landlords into the lettings market. Corporate applicants on the increase as confidence in London s economy grows The growing confidence in London s economy has had a significant impact on the London lettings market. Since the start of 2010, we have seen an increase across a number of sectors in companies bringing employees into London via relocations and recruitment, creating a significant disparity between the demand for property and its relative supply. After the collective tightening of belts we saw during 2008 and 2009, the current high number of corporate and private tenants once again searching for properties to rent suggests a shared optimism in London s economy. This trend is particularly strong at the top end of the lettings market (properties at per week). Indeed, we have seen a 53% increase in the number of these properties being let compared to this time last year. The positivity in the economy has also been reflected in the London sales market, leading to a relatively high number of lettings properties being withdrawn to be sold. Furthermore, many tenants chose to secure long-term tenancies in 2009 to safeguard the low rent levels in the market at the time, meaning an increase in tenants remaining in their current property or renewing their contracts. Both these factors have combined to further weaken the supply of lettings property in the current market in comparison with the high demand. With all of this in mind, the advice for tenants is to be prepared! It s essential to have deposits and references ready to hand over to your agent or landlord in order to secure the right property. Where possible it is advisable to try to keep the wish list down to a minimum; if landlords are inundated with competing offers, they are, in most cases, more likely to go for the easiest tenancy at the best price. If you would like to speak to anyone in the Corporate & Relocation team please contact us at: T E [email protected]

10 feature Diary of an Estate Agent Is there more to estate agency than simply ferrying buyers from one property to the next? A day with Erica Willoughby from Marsh & Parsons shows the real side of estate agency. It s Wednesday morning, and I m just in time for my 8.30am sales meeting at the North Kensington office, having just picked up my morning coffee and chocolate croissant from my favourite local breakfast haunt, Coffee Plant. These daily meetings give the team an opportunity to discuss new instructions, offers, agreed offers and exchanged properties a lot can happen in 24 hours! Yesterday was a pretty good day with five offers on the table, two on one property and three on another. My buyer, is looking to spend under the 250,000 stamp duty threshold and as this is his first time exploring the possibility of a rental investment, he has a list of questions about the market - potential rental prices, mortgage changes and charges and the effect of capital gains tax. I make it my business to know everything about the market, and at Marsh & Parsons, we re lucky Following the meeting, and fully informed about new properties on the market, I start calling my buyers. This is my opportunity to catch up with potential purchasers, some who have been looking with me for several months, to keep them up-to-date and re-establish their wants and needs, as well as booking in new viewings. I get caught up chatting to a relocation agent who I have been working with for a number of years, who rang asking for a bit of friendly advice about the local market. After booking in a couple of viewings for the following afternoon, I head out of the office to meet my first buyer of the day, a young rental investor.

11 to have the support of a research department, who regularly keep us up to date with everything that s happening locally in North Kensington and also in the wider London market. way around and I make a note to call my buyer about the mews when I m back at my desk. After a quick introduction to the vendor, I head back to the office via Mr Christians, my favourite place to pick up a spot of lunch. My next viewing takes me to a lovely house near Kensal Rise that I m showing to a young family who have recently had a baby. The new mother has already seen the property and is very taken with it, so it seems this second viewing is her chance to convince her husband; you can see who wears the trousers in this marriage! Having sold their flat through Marsh & Parsons earlier this year, the couple have been renting nearby on a short let and desperately want to be settled in a house in time for their first Christmas with their new baby. I m confident that mother and baby will successfully persuade father, a City banker, to make an offer. Fifth Avenue, NW10 The first property is an empty, recently refurbished apartment which would be ready to let immediately and this seems to go down well with my buyer. The second viewing involves picking keys up from the seller who runs the restaurant below the flat. Keys can often be the source of estate agency headaches. Just yesterday, I had to reschedule a viewing because a promised set of keys never surfaced, and last week, attempts to open the communal terrace door were fruitless, as there was an extra security lock that we hadn t been made aware of. However, as with most occasions, we let ourselves into the property without any fuss. The flat would benefit from some improvements, which my buyer is not averse to, and looks like it would not only offer a good rental yield but as it is in a popular area a great return on any investment if he were to re-sell in the future. We take a look at the roof terrace, and I remain cautiously at the door I m always mindful of a story from a colleague who, a few years ago, was trapped on a roof garden by a faulty lock and had to wait to be rescued! Back at the office I bump into one of the locals, who regularly pops in for a quick chat about the market and who often helps herself to a couple of our property magazines. Having worked here for five years now, I am familiar with many of the local residents and, with a primary school over the road, I often get a quick wave from many mothers on the school run and it s always nice to have a catch up when they pop in. Doyle Gardens, NW10 As I start collating today s feedback to give to our sellers in the morning, I also have a list of calls to make to solicitors and surveyors to catch up on a few sales, particularly for one that is due to exchange at the end of the week. I hav built excellent industry relationships over the years which has really helped when it comes to chasing up contracts, reports and mortgage information on behalf of my buyers and vendors. This is particularly important for my growing number of international clients, unfamiliar with the British housing market. After dropping my buyer at the nearest tube station, I head to Holland Park Mews where the sales teams from Notting Hill, North Kensington and Holland Park have been invited to preview a beautiful, mews house we ve just brought on to the market priced at 1,895,000. The house is stunning and I immediately have a buyer in mind who I think would love this property and, looking for a freehold house in North Kensington, would be prepared to forgo the extra bedroom for this exclusive address. With our network of 14 offices, we are free to show our buyers properties in any of the areas we operate in, giving us a huge portfolio of stock and alternative choices for those who are flexible with location. The benefit of working in North Kensington, is that around 20% of my buyers are registered with our nearby Holland Park, Kensington and Notting Hill offices, but are tempted further north by the extra space that is offered in this area. It can however, work the other As the day draws to an end and everything is in place for the following morning s meeting, I debate popping into the nearby gym on the way home, but a call from one of the negotiators in Notting Hill scuppers my plans and a group of us plan to meet locally. So after one last viewing at 7pm with a first time buyer, ready to spend his parents money, I make my way to one of our favourite hide -aways, Notting Hill s The Westbourne and after a busy day, it s great to have a catch up over a glass of wine with my colleagues many of whom I now consider to be great friends. To speak to Erica about property in North Kensington please contact our office at: 136 Lancaster Road W11 1QU T E [email protected]

12 new homes update London starts to build once more Adam Stackhouse Head of Developments, Investments & New Homes Recently, I fell into discussion about the housing market (an occupational hazard for all estate agents) with an associate based in the country. Not coming from London, he was intrigued by seemingly contradictory press over the past year, which has reported the rise of London values to levels in excess of their 2007 peak, while at the same time providing data on UK house prices which paints a more conservative picture. I explained of course that the property market cannot be discussed in the singular, but has to be considered in two distinct contexts: London...and everywhere else. The same is true for New Homes, and the good news for London home-buyers, developers and agents is that the New Homes sector in London is once again thriving. When compared with the rest of the UK, market forces of supply and demand are transposed in London. There is land aplenty to build upon outside London, yet there is a shortage of financially stable home-buyers in many of these locations. In contrast land remains London s most scarce commodity, and there is incessant demand from local and international buyers, both end-users and investors, who have the means and the desire to purchase New Homes in the capital. Having languished through the economic downturn, construction starts are now showing an upward trend, crucially outnumbering completions, which means the supply of New Homes in London will be increasing in the near future. There are now 126 major housing schemes due to start construction in the second half of 2010, while only 11 major schemes remain stalled in the capital. These statistics are the effect of superior sales performance in the sector which has experienced a slight increase in gross sales and a significant 70% reduction in contracts being rescinded, thus boosting net sales volumes across the capital. an upward trend... Marsh & Parsons New Homes team are primed to capture these positive elements in the current market, and achieve impressive sales results on behalf of our clients, while extending our unique blend of quality service and local knowledge to our buyers has seen our team represent five New Homes schemes across central and south west London already, offering a large number of units to the market via our comprehensive sales strategy which combines a strong local presence, with international distribution and investment sales. Nationally, the absorption of excess New Homes inventory will take time, but as long as London remains a global hub for business and financial services, fuelling the migration and immigration of skilled labour into the capital, the long-standing imbalance in supply and demand will continue to underpin the New Homes market. For Further information on the New Homes Department please contact: T E [email protected] Having languished through the economic downturn construction starts are now showing The Kensal Apartments, currently available through Marsh & Parsons New Homes Department

13 Investments update Adam Stackhouse explains why there is good news for investors... very interesting and completely new A report was released just a few days ago which is to be known as the Investment Property Databank Residential Investment Indicator. This index sets out to provide an unbiased and accurate statement on the return generated through investing in residential property across the UK. By way of background, the report combines two key areas of data namely the rate of capital growth and the rate of income return to deliver a figure that accurately merges the two key reasons for investing in property. This report concludes that for the first half of 2010, the mean average return on residential property investment is 4.7% (2.5% from capital growth and 2.2% on income return). The report s author, Mark Weedon, comments Residential performance during the first six months of 2010 continues to reflect the solid returns and lack of volatility which investors have come to enjoy and expect, and it is this conclusion that we believe finally signals an end to the intense questioning of property as a sound investment for the future. Certainly there has been a correction, but we are now firmly back into a period of growth, albeit steady and controlled, but one that perhaps sets the standard for more respectable and reliable investment strategy that revolves around a tangible commodity. It is widely held amongst property commentators that the current rents achievable on residential property should grow at a consistent and impressive pace, well ahead of projected rates of inflation, as salary levels are forced upwards to cope with the increasing costs of living. Given the ability of this index to monitor both capital growth and income return, perhaps it is time to measure property steadily and accurately, and move away from investment options that involve layers of red tape and murky management methods, ultimately delivering a low net return to ambitious investors. After all, if we assume the same rate of return as indicated above during the second half of the year, then the annualised rate for 2010 would reach 9.6% - a figure which many wealth managers would struggle to match in alternative UK markets. For more information about our current and forthcoming Investment opportunities please contact us at: T E [email protected] Professional Department Roger Doncom MRICS L e a s e h o l d e x t e n s i o n s, l e a s e h o l d reform...be prepared The Central London property market remains buoyant but the market place has reflected the general economic uncertainties and has become increasingly discerning. An area where the Marsh & Parsons Professional Department has been able to smooth the paths for both buyers and sellers is in the production of valuation reports for the cost of lease extensions or indeed freehold house purchases under the 1993 legislation. It is a common practice for a vendor to undertake to serve a Notice to start the process of extending a lease between the exchange and completion of the sale. This passes on the right to extend and ensures that the purchaser can extend immediately rather than be forced to wait for the expiry of two years of ownership before commencing the process. A vendor contemplating a sale is best served by having a formal valuation which will give an indication as to the level of premium that would have to be paid to extend the lease, prior to marketing as this helps our agency team to fine tune the asking price. Equally, a formal report reassures the purchaser of the realistic extension price and enables them to gauge the level of their offer. We have found this often precludes the likelihood of a purchaser obtaining a report on the extension premium at the last moment the contents of which could compromise the exchange and waste time and money. The formal report removes a degree of uncertainty from what is often a stressful process for both parties. Cost is a consideration of course but we consider obtaining a formal report is money well spent, particularly when a firm commitment is being made to the purchase. We are on occasions approached by prospective purchasers who have yet to make a bid and here we can offer, at a lesser outlay, a desktop valuation which provides the parameters within which the premium is likely to fall to enable the purchaser to make a more considered offer. Roger Doncom has practised in central, west and south west London since His accumulated expertise covers both residential and commercial property and in addition to being a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors he is also a member of the Expert Witness Institute. If you require valuation advice or the support of an expert witness then Roger can be contacted on: T: E: [email protected] In market conditions which are somewhat more demanding than has been the case over the last 18 months due to the fact that the market provides much more choice, never has the adage been more appropriate failing to prepare is preparing to fail.

14 area profile Want the picture postcard village life, but can t bear to leave the capital, Cheryl Markosky explains just why Barnes is so popular... Rather than one big metropolis, the capital is divided into a number of distinctive villages. And one of the most appealing is Barnes in south west London. It is rare to find green spaces, a village pond, wetlands centre and the Thames flowing past all within a 20 minute cab journey from central London. There s no other place quite like it, says Kate Jolley, head of sales at Marsh & Parsons office in Barnes. It s a real village community with great spirit. Everyone knows everyone else, and the shopkeepers greet you by name. Once someone moves into the area, they like to stay. bigger house when children arrive, and then downsize when they retire, explains Jolley keeps the property market vibrant and guarantees a good mix of people in this riverside spot. The iconic Sun Inn pub is in the heart of Barnes opposite the pond, while young professionals favour the White Hart, because they like sitting in the garden near the water. And one of the best Italian restaurants in London, Riva, is not only visited by locals the likes of Gordon Ramsay, who featured it in his television series come from afar to sample the family-run eatery s fare. and trading up, paying from 600,000 to 1.5 million for three to five bedroom houses, says Jolley. And, for 2 million plus, key homes on prized roads attract a higher-end demographic. The schools lure many newcomers in. Barnes Primary is one of the best state schools in London, and private schools, such as St Paul s Boys and The Harrodian, bring in bankers and their families. Mums from Notting Hill do the school run over Hammersmith Bridge on a daily basis, see the terrific houses and talk their husbands into moving, Jolley adds. High-profile houses currently for sale that would tempt Notting Hillbillies include The This cycle of trading up and down young professionals arrive, buy a A number of families are taking advantage of the current market The Cow Shed, Lonsdale Road - For Sale, Barnes Office

15 The White Hart Pub Cowshed, a huge, statement house on Lonsdale Road with a guide price of 3.75 million. If you would like to discuss the sale or rental of your property in Barnes, please feel free to contact either of our managers: Rents are steady in Barnes, with a number of tenants hunting for homes, reports Kate Marshall, head of lettings. The market is very lifestyle driven, due to the countryside atmosphere. You do feel you re out of London with the farmers market on Saturdays next to the pond and so many open, leafy spaces. Senior Sales Manager: Kate Jolley E kjolley@ marshandparsons.co.uk T Lettings Manager: Kate Marshall E kmarshall@ marshandparsons.co.uk T Barnes aficionados know that as well as enjoying ample greenery they re also getting more for their money. A one-bedroom flat costs 1,000 to 1,400 a month, and a larger four-bedroom house is 3,500 to 5,500 a month, according to Marshall. Expect to pay about five per cent more for homes right on the river. Most tenants are happy to spend the extra money to get a lovely view of the Thames, and this is one of the prettiest stretches along the riverbank, Marshall adds. Those who have watched the annual Oxford Cambridge Boat Race from the bridge or towpath, followed by a quenching pint in a riverside pub will agree that this London village is one of the capital s finest.

16 feature Capital Ideas Feeling cramped? Interior designer Tara O Gorman reveals space-saving ideas she s imported from the Big Apple with Cheryl Markosky. If you think some London homes are Lilliputian-sized, try living in New York, suggests leading designer Tara O Gorman from Tara Michelle Interiors, who is currently working in New York and the English capital. Tastes vary between the two metropolises, Tara explains. Ironically, the Americans are Riverside Penthouse: Interior designed by Tara O Gorman into New England-style clapboard houses in the countryside, while Manhattanites live in a different way, which is all about the clever use of space. New York designers have come up with ingenius notions, such as a small chest in the corner that can fold out into a dressing table. They have the pull-out bed down to a fine art. I ve seen amazing studios where the sitting room is a kitchen by day, and at night you pull down a bed. But, before you choose furniture, using space cannily is down to good planning from the outset. When you go into a new apartment, sometimes it s hard to visualise the end result, what scale furniture you should use and how to maximise space, Tara points out. I find the best way to help a client visualise a home is through handdrawn sketches, along with computergenerated images (CGIs). For instance, Tara recently designed a triplex riverside penthouse with floor-to-ceiling windows in south west London, which started out as a building site. Lifelike black-and-white hand drawings and computer images helped the homeowner see how the space could look. Most people need something to bridge the gap from building site to finished space that lends confidence in the process and design. Tara Michelle Interiors [email protected]

17 boards of the suggested look and feel of the place. gold and cream can look contemporary, but classic. you paint it a deep ballroom-red or card-room green. Grand designs Talk to a designer about likes and dislikes so they can produce mood Collect pictures of colours and designs you favour from magazines. Visit bookshops, showrooms, hotels and show homes to discover new ideas. Think in a practical way about how you live. How will you use the kitchen? Do you have pets? Is an outdoor space important? Use dark shades to add drama, while soft tones, such as A large, open space can appear cold, so use warm colours. Tara recommends Joas White from Farrow and Ball, a soft cream with a warm undertone. A small entrance or study can look theatrical and inviting if Wide-planked solid wood flooring is in vogue. For a Scandinavian look, lime-wash the wood. Coming into winter, one classic antique piece can make a home look classic and cosy. Neighbours can give you advice on how they use their space - learn from their mistakes and triumphs. Go to furniture and art auctions to see what is there and how much you should be paying. It costs nothing to sit at the back and watch.

18 feature A Rake s Progress As you pack the barbeque away it s tempting to forget the garden until next spring, but as Cheryl Markosky finds out there s still plenty to do and plenty to enjoy! Most people associate town gardens with summer s bright annuals, a Pimms on the lawn and maybe fresh veg from your own patch. Yet, autumn can be just as pleasurable as a period for recovery and reflection, according to Tony Woods, a soft landscape designer at Gingko Gardens in Hammersmith. It s a good time to get rid of the leaves, revive the lawn and plant bulbs to provide a colourful array in the spring, he says. Although they might not sound like the most exciting jobs on the gardening calendar, raking up leaves and aerating the lawn are very important. A number of London gardens don t have huge lawns, but they need even more care. Many are shady and prone to drought, so stab a fork in, or hire a mechanical machine for a larger lawn, to improve drainage. Then, brush in grit and a silt top dressing and rake out moss and debris. You can over-seed, too, with good shade tolerant grass seed, Woods advises. The earth will still be warm from the summer months, but are starting to gather moisture from the autumn rains, so it is an ideal time to give the lawn a chance to recover from kids, dogs and trampolines. It s also a good time to start pruning climbing plants and vines, such as wisteria. They can cause damage to cables and a good prune will encourage flowers for next spring. Also, carry out remedial pruning of deciduous shrubs and I d suggest doing it just before the leaves fall, saving extra work. There can be nothing more satisfying than the miracle of planting bulbs an easy, but highly rewarding, task for the most inexperienced and savvy gardens, alike. There s a good range of bulbs at garden centres right now, including Gingko s, and Woods suggests planting bulbs, such as crocuses and snowdrops now, that will bloom in January to cheer the darkest days. You can even plant some in pots for indoors or outdoors scented hyacinths are lovely and are priced from only 75 pence, for instance and time them to bloom for Christmas Day. Most popular, however, are tulips. Depending on the style of your garden, you might want to opt for the popular black tulips and black-and-white checked

19 mixes. In vogue this season are burnished oranges, blood-red colours and bruised blacks, says Woods. Three varieties he recommends are: Orange Favourite, Janrues and Black Hero. If you under-plant with primulas and forget-me-nots, it will look stunning. Camellias, from just 19.99, are another spectacular plant for the London garden. Plant them in the autumn and they flower from November to April. Woods thinks it a good idea to invest in a really good bulb planter, and also, some handy little gadgets to get stubborn weeds out of difficult crevices in the paving. These tools, highly recommended by Gardens Illustrated magazine, last forever, and they don t cost the earth. Woods tips the Burgon and Ball angled weeding knife that helps him get into tricky places. It costs and is available from Gingko s, and other, garden shops. And, if you don t have the time, or need some help, go for the ultimate garden help package. From 145 for a half day, qualified Gingko horticulturists will come to your garden to prune, renovate, train and feed your plants. Trinity Road SW17, with two double bedrooms has an usually large and well maintained 48ft south-west facing garden. For sale with our Battersea Office: T Gingko Gardens Ravenscourt Avenue, W6 OSL T W ginkgogardens.co.uk

20 Top 10 tips for Landlords Patrick Littlemore Lettings Director - South & West 1. Know your competition - start on the web! Find out about the competition in the lettings market. How do similar rental properties compare on presentation and price? Tenants will be doing their research, and so should you. Start by looking on the web. 2. Who s your next tenant going to be? Discuss with your agent your ideal tenant, but don t place too many restrictions on who you will let to. Your agent will know and advise you the type of tenant your property is likely to appeal to. Make sure that your property is as attractive to as many good tenants as possible, you should start by instructing an estate agent with access to the corporate relocations market. 3. First impressions always count Well presented properties are most likely to secure longer term tenancies and a good price. This is where the support of professional management can help you to get the most out of the market. Repair any minor problems, clean the windows and clear up the garden/patio so that it is useable space once more. It s this attention to detail that gives potential tenants the confidence to sign a longer lease. 4. Cast the net as wide as possible Your next tenants will probably be searching for a property in more than one area, instruct an agent that has the widest reach to tenants. You should use an estate agent that shares an open register, just like Marsh & Parsons. Regardless of which office is marketing your property, every lettings negotiator, in every office will be aware of your property giving you access to tenants from many different areas. 5. To furnish or not to furnish... Put simply, you should be as flexible as possible. Avoid alienating a big section of the market by stipulating one or the other. That said, your flexibility should reflect the offer made - providing a house full of furniture at great expense should depend on the rental yield and length of tenancy on offer. Your estate agent will be able to advise you on the best way to present your property in the current market. 6. Expect to hear from your agent with viewing feedback Feedback from viewings and potential tenants are, in most cases, honest, valuable and up to date. Be open minded to these comments and if the same things keep being mentioned then it could be time to make a change. 7. Why would you refuse the first offer you receive? It may be the best! Your best offer may be the first one you receive, and might even be within hours of putting your property on the market. So far this year, we have had a number of tenancies agreed and signed months in advance of the tenancy commencing. Make yourself available to your estate agent at all times as tenants don t hang around for long, and offers can be withdrawn as quickly as they are made. 8. Short term hassle for long term gain Despite specifying an ideal start date of a tenancy, you should stay flexible. If you have to move out sooner than expected, but for a better rent, and a longer tenancy, then is it worth the inconvenience? In many cases the answer may be yes. 9. Prepare your outgoing tenants Both landlords and tenants will want a smooth end to the tenancy, so don t leave it until the last moment to speak to your current tenant or Property Manager about any repairs, redecoration or cleaning. You should aim to have your property ready to live in again with a minimum vacancy period. Be ready to carry out these works as soon as your existing tenant has vacated, or better still, instruct us to manage your property and we ll organise it for you! 10. When do you want to go through this process again? In most cases, the longer the tenancy agreement the better it is for a landlord; minimising void periods. Six month break clauses are not standard practice and landlords are not obliged to offer an option to terminate the contract early. Negotiations of the agreement can be very sensitive, and something that an experienced negotiator, who works on behalf of the landlord, will be able to agree comfortably.

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22 local know how inside information: central Buzzin Hornets! Great week for those with a sweet tooth With years of experience as Chef Pâtissier at Michelin starred establishments, William Curley opened the Belgravia chocolate store, William Curley with his wife, fellow pâtissier in 2009, Suzue Curley. With a chocolate counter, café and patisserie and dessert bar, William Curley also offers truffle making and sea salt caramel courses. To celebrate Chocolate Week, starting on the 11th October, William Curley has been invited to Claridge s in Mayfair, where his signature, award winning chocolate mousses and pastries including the Pistachio & Chocolate Opera and a Chocolate Mille-Feuille, will become part of the hotel s famous afternoon tea. We wish it was Chocolate Week every week! Image by Michal Martychowiec With three shops catering for different elements of men s vintage clothing, Hornets of Kensington offers, Not fashion. Style. From classic, British to bespoke Savile Row suits, new and modern to period clothing, with a splash of hats, accessories and shoes, Hornets offer a wide range of stock that is continuing and evolving. And new for this autumn is an exquisite collection of quilted jackets and shooting outfits that are made in England and are exclusive to Hornets. The very dark green quilted jacket with urbane and chic storm collar is our favourite and perfect for both town and country! hornetskensington. co.uk A special toast to celebrate 100 years of success 2010 marks the centenary celebrations of The Goring hotel, London s only 5-star hotel that is still owned and run by the family that built it! Opened in 1910 to become the first hotel in the world to offer a private bathroom and central heating in every room, the family s passion for quality, is reflected by the number of awards they have won including Best Independent Hotel and Hotel of the Year. As part of the centenary celebrations, October sees the launch of the Goring Centenary Cocktails, where the favourite tipple of each Goring family member to run the hotel has been developed to give it a modern twist and we are particularly looking forward to the decadent O R Champagne Cocktail! williamcurley.co.uk thegoring.com

23 LITTLE COW AND THE RED BALL by Alan Davie Night in the museum Friends of hospital aim for another great event For the fifth year the Friends of the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital are arranging a charity Clay Pigeon Shoot to support the purchase of medical equipment for the Emergency Department of the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. Taking place on the 7th October, tickets will cost 195 and include guns and cartridges, breakfast, a champagne reception and lunch that is followed by an auction with amazing prizes and the closing prize ceremony. A great day out for an even better cause! friendsofchelseaandwest minsterhospital.org.uk Chelsea Art Festival This autumn sees Chelsea welcome the 12th annual exhibition of Art London. Housed in a special marquee at the Royal Hospital, which is home to the famed Chelsea Pensioners, Art London will be open from Thursday 7th until Monday 11th October and will display from 70 galleries from the UK and around the world. Up for grabs will be works from not only internationally renowned names but accomplished emerging artists in media ranging from paintings and drawings, to sculpture and photography. And if that wasn t enough, we can exclusively offer you 2 for 1 entry to Art London on production of the London Portrait! artlondon.net Oooh la la - we really like l Olivier Established in Paris back in 1822, A l Olivier, has recently crossed the Channel to open its first UK store in Kensington. With more than 400 olive and Mediterranean products, you can chose from 34 different types of olive oils, and seed and nut oils, as well as salt and spice mixes, and even a selection of olive oil based soaps and creams! With all of the clinical research that validates the health benefits of olive oil, we are heading straight for A l Olivier s garlic and thyme offering! If you ve ever felt guilty nudging children out of the way so you can play on the numerous interactive gadgets all over the Science Museum, your worries are over. For one night a month the Science Museum Lates offer adults the opportunity to explore the museum for free and without battling the hoards of children. With different themes every month from Space Exploration to Food and Mathematics, there is also a Silent Disco where, given your own headphones, everyone dances along to music of their choice. Add a glass of wine from one of the bars and you have a perfect, if unusual, night in the museum! artlondon.net alolivier.com

24 property editorial A stunning duplex apartment in a lovely period building by Cheryl Markosky Spacious family apartments are rare in the capital which makes a classic, upper maisonette in Queen s Gate Gardens, close to the green spaces of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, particularly special. It differs from the average property, because of its size and space. The splitlevel apartment is nearly 2,000 square feet and the roof terrace directly overlooking the garden square is almost 500 square feet, says Craig Tonkin at Marsh & Parsons Kensington office. Other highlights include an east-west aspect, smart interiors and close proximity to the popular French Lycee. Everyone wants to be near the Lycee, a terrific French school in South Kensington, Tonkin explains. Queen s Gate Gardens itself is a stunning, classic garden square that is only five minutes walk from Gloucester Road Tube station. You are also within walking distance of the Albert Hall (ideal for concerts and other events), and the shops, bars and restaurants of Knightsbridge and Kensington. Locally, there s a good Partridges shop for groceries and delicatessen treats. A family has been living in the apartment, that stretches over the top two floors in the period building, for about 20 years, believes Tonkin. The apartment has been well preserved and I can imagine another family happily moving in and living here for another 20 years. Families need plenty of space, and they ll find it here with four good-sized bedrooms, three bathrooms (avoiding frustrating queues early in the morning) and two roomy reception rooms (one is currently used as a large dining room). Tonkin thinks the interiors will appeal to everyone. They re fresh and modern, while classic at the same time. You don t need to do anything and can just move in. However, he ruefully admits that as is the way in London, the new owner will probably want to make their own mark on the apartment and start again. Queen s Gate Gardens SW7-2,750,000 For further details please contact our Kensington office: T E [email protected] can imagine another family happily moving in and living here for another 20 years...

25 market research central SALES Fig.1 Buyer Profiles Media/Arts Property Family Trust 10% Finance/Banking Divorced/Retired Other Fig.2 Local, National & International Buyers Local National International 5% 6% 19% Consultants/Professionals 14% 48% 31% 11% 10% s st 35% % First time buyers - central 21% ts/professionals anking Fig.3 Buyer Finances Cash Mortgage 10 Fig.4 % of Total Registrations of First Time Buyers at Marsh & Parsons Retired 29% 71% 8 Percentage Jan 09 Feb 09 Mar 09 Apr 09 May 09 Jun 09 Jul 09 Aug 09 Sep 09 Oct 09 Nov 09 Dec 09 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar 10 Apr 10 May 10 Jun 10 Jul 10 Aug 10 Month Annual LETTINGS Activity Applicants vs Instructions Instructions Applicants Index Base: Jan 09 Jan 09 Feb 09 Mar 09 Aor 09 May 09 Jun 09 Jul 09 Aug 09 Sep 09 Oct 09 Nov 09 Dec 09 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar 10 Apr 10 May 10 Jun 10 Month Jul 10 Aug 10 Sep 10 Research for buyer profiles conducted using a sample size of 247 active applicants viewing property via the Chelsea, Kensington, Pimlico & Mayfair offices of Marsh & Parsons in the month of September.

26 Argyll Road W8 6,800,000 Smith Street SW3 4,395,000 Hillsleigh Road W8 4,350,000 Scarsdale Villas W8 3,800,000 Park Street W1 3,565,000 Oakley Street SW3 1,895,000 Richards Place SW3 1,795,000 Tetcott Road SW10 1,750,000 Brompton Road SW3 1,650,000 Sloane Gardens SW1 1,475,000 We don t just work in your local area. We live, breathe and understand it, intimately. That s how we re able to achieve the best results for our clients. Egerton Place SW3 1,250,000 Warwick Square SW1 1,150,000 Hornton Street W8 1,150,000 Iverna Court W8 1,100,000 Bedford Gardens W8 1,100,000 Lots Road SW10 749,950 Chelsea Bridge Wharf SW8 675,000 Cheyne Row SW3 675,000 Regency Street SW1 650,000 St. Georges Drive SW1 650,000 Pembroke Road W8 465,000 Charlwood Street SW1 435,000 Montaigne Close SW1 435,000 Gloucester Street SW1 395,000 Egerton Gardens SW3 395,000 Our Central Offices:

27 central c Carlos Place W1 3,000,000 Mount Street W1 2,900,000 Marloes Road W8 2,500,000 Stafford Terrace W8 2,250,000 Iverna Court W8 2,000,000 Ponsonby Terrace SW1 1,395,000 Warwick Square SW1 1,395,000 Uxbridge Street W8 1,275,000 Onslow Square SW7 1,275,000 Whiteheads Grove SW3 1,250,000 To find out how our Local know how can make the difference for your property sale this year, please call us on Moreton Terrace SW1 1,095,000 Troy Court W8 960,000 Lennox Gardens SW1 860,000 Westmoreland Terrace SW1 825,000 Beckford Close W14 750,000 Duke of York Street SW1 600,000 Campden Hill Road W8 555,000 Charlwood Street SW1 549,950 Finsborough Road SW10 525,000 Winchester Street SW1 495,000 Embankment Gardens SW3 349,950 Fulham Road SW10 335,000 Embankment Gardens SW3 295,000 Aylesford Street SW1 285,000 Gloucester Street SW1 250,000 youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

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29 central c A stunning triplex apartment in Kensington Palace Gardens Terrace W8 6,500,000 A magnificent apartment situated on a tree lined street off Kensington Church Street with easy access to Kensington High Street and Notting Hill. The property includes a bright reception room with fireplace, a large kitchen/dining room leading out to the garden, a wine room, three bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms, and access to a flat roof from the study. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh0317 to Our Central Offices:

30 A beautifully finished Chelsea townhouse Cathcart Road SW10 3,950,000 An immaculately refurbished house located close to Fulham Road and the King s Road. The property boats a large reception room, a dining room leading to the rear garden, a kitchen/breakfast room, an en-suite master bedroom leading onto a roof terrace, two further double bedrooms and two family bathrooms, as well as office space. Off street parking, additional terrace and two balconies. Freehold. Sole Agents. Chelsea: [email protected] text marsh1730 to Our Central Offices:

31 central c An elegant and imposing Victorian townhouse St. George s Square SW1 3,900,000 A superb, white stucco fronted house, completely refurbished throughout and overlooking a portion of this stunning garden square. The house enjoys vast reception/dining space including an L-shaped room ideal for entertaining, a modern kitchen, five bedrooms, six bathrooms, balcony, roof terrace, a self contained lower ground floor flat and access to St. Georges Square Gardens. Freehold. Joint Sole Agents. PiMliCo: [email protected] text marsh0131 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

32 Penthouse living in the heart of Belgravia Chesham Street SW1 3,495,000 A truly stunning penthouse apartment in the heart of Belgravia with private parking. The property provides superb lateral space that has been the subject of a complete refurbishment and includes a large reception room with a terrace, kitchen, three double bedrooms with good storage, two bathrooms, separate WC, porter and the benefit of a garage. Share of Freehold. Joint Sole Agents. Chelsea: [email protected] text marsh0295 to Our Central Offices:

33 central c A charming family house in Kensington Holland Street W8 2,400,000 A well presented house ideally located for the selection of amenities on Kensington High Street and Notting Hill Gate with Kensington Gardens also close by. The property is arranged over three floors and provides excellent living/entertaining space offering a bright reception room, kitchen, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Freehold. Sole Agents. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh1651 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

34 A unique upper maisonette moments from Hyde Park Corner Hertford Street W1 2,250,000 A spacious period conversion situated in this sought after Mayfair location providing exceptional reception space. The 30ft reception room boasts double height ceilings, well fitted kitchen, an en suite master bedroom with dressing room, two further double bedrooms served by a family bathroom and a rarely available roof terrace with far reaching views. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Mayfair: [email protected] Our Central Offices:

35 central c An exceptional white stucco fronted family house Sutherland Street SW1 1,995,000 The period property offers superb accommodation including a first floor reception room with original features, a dining room with a separate kitchen on the raised ground floor, a master suite with two further bedrooms and scope for a fourth bedroom. The property also boasts a self contained, one bedroom apartment with access to a paved garden. Freehold. Sole Agents. PiMliCo: [email protected] text marsh0775 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

36 A loft style apartment in a highly desirable development Regents Bridge Gardens SW8 600,000 An exceptional, second floor, loft style apartment situated in a unique development, formerly the home of Sarsons Vinegar located close to Vauxhall Bridge and Westminster. The accommodation provides an open plan kitchen/reception room with a wealth of living space, two double bedrooms and a bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Pimlico: [email protected] text marsh1585 to A stunning Knightsbridge apartment with a long lease Park Mansions SW1 1,225,000 A superb lateral apartment situated on the fifth floor of a well maintained, portered building in Knightsbridge moments from the surrounding amenities and open spaces of Hyde Park. The accommodation includes a grand reception room with high ceilings, kitchen and two bedrooms both with en suite bathrooms. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Chelsea: [email protected] text marsh0314 to Our Central Offices:

37 central c A superb townhouse off Kensington High Street Pembroke Place W8 1,595,000 A stunning house finished to an exacting standard throughout and located just south of Kensington High Street. Arranged over four floors, the property offers fantastic living/entertaining space including a double reception room with a patio, kitchen, large cellar, first floor master bedroom, two further bedrooms and a bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh0115 to A stunning duplex apartment in the heart of South Kensington Queen s Gate Gardens SW7 2,750,000 This striking split level apartment is situated on a prestigious garden square close to the amenities of South Kensington. The property provides a large reception room, dining room, kitchen, WC, four bedrooms with good storage including an en suite master bedroom, two additional bathrooms (one en suite) and a superb roof terrace. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh0404 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

38 Sloane Gardens SW1 475,000 A top floor flat situated within a period red brick property that has been meticulously maintained. The property includes a reception room leading to the eat-in kitchen, a guest WC and an en suite double bedroom with good storage. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Redcliffe Gardens SW10 575,000 A wonderful period flat ideally located for the shops, bars and restaurants of the King s Road and Fulham Road. The living space includes a spacious reception room, and a separate kitchen as well as two double bedrooms, bathroom and a portico balcony. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Chelsea: [email protected] text marsh0110 to Chelsea: [email protected] text marsh1287 to Vauxhall Bridge Road SW1 Upper Tachbrook Street SW1 675, ,000 A good size apartment situated in a desirable contemporary building close to Victoria station. The accommodation provides a 27ft reception room, kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en suite), concierge and underground parking. Leasehold. Sole Agents. A bright and spacious apartment situated within a period conversion in Pimlico s vibrant centre. The bright and spacious property comprises a good size kitchen/reception room, three double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Leasehold. Joint Sole Agents. Pimlico: [email protected] text marsh0649 to Pimlico: [email protected] text marsh0372 to Our Central Offices:

39 central c Harcourt Terrace SW10 695,000 A first floor period apartment situated within a white stucco fronted building on this popular Chelsea address. The property provides a reception room with high ceilings and a feature fireplace with access to the balcony, double bedroom and a modern bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Ashley Gardens SW1 895,000 A beautifully finished lateral apartment situated on the second floor of a sought after mansion block. The property provides a spacious reception room, dining area, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Chelsea: [email protected] text marsh1117 to PiMliCo: [email protected] Cornwall Gardens SW7 1,250,000 Old Manor Yard SW5 1,350,000 A stunning apartment situated within a sought after period building close to Gloucester Road. The property boasts a large reception room with a feature fireplace, a modern kitchen with space for dining, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a patio garden. Share of Freehold. Joint Sole Agents. A beautifully refurbished mews house conveniently located at the end of a pretty, private mews just off Earl s Court Road. The property offers excellent living/entertaining space and includes a reception room, kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Freehold. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh1650 to Kensington: [email protected] text marsh1098 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

40 A spacious house with a private garden on a pretty garden square Pembroke Square W8 2,250 per week This lovely house is located on a charming garden square moments from the amenities of Kensington High Street. Arranged over four floors, the property comprises four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a modern kitchen/dining room and a bright reception room with views over the gardens. The property also enjoys direct access to a private garden as well as eligibility for access to the communal gardens and tennis courts. Kensington: [email protected] Our Central Offices:

41 central c Well located for South Kensington and Knightsbridge Hasker Street SW3 1,650 per week A stunning townhouse on an extremely popular road within close proximity of both Knightsbridge and South Kensington. The property boasts a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, second double bedroom with an en suite bathroom, an immaculate reception room, modern kitchen, dining room or sun room and a large study or nursery. Chelsea: [email protected] text marsh0681 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

42 A bespoke apartment close to South Kensington Chelsea Cloisters SW3 1,000 per week Located within walking distance of Sloane Square and South Kensington, the property has been custom designed to provide the highest standard of living accommodation providing two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen and reception room. Further benefits include comfort cooling and plasma TVs within the apartment. Chelsea: text marsh1028 to A beautifully finished Mayfair property Berkeley Street W1 850 per week A bright and spacious apartment situated within a handsome period building in the heart of Mayfair. Tucked away just off Berkeley Square this property offers two large double bedrooms, two bathrooms, spacious reception room and a modern kitchen. Berkeley Street is a short walk from the heart of Mayfair, Piccadilly Circus and the open spaces of St James Park. Mayfair: [email protected] text marsh0908 to Our Central Offices:

43 central c An elegant apartment moments from Gloucester Road tube station Courtfield Road SW7 775 per week This bright two bedroom apartment is ideally located for the amenities of South Kensington and Gloucester Road. The property is ideal for entertaining boasting two large double bedrooms, two modern bathrooms, a large reception room with high ceilings and wooden floors and a lovely kitchen and beautiful views over gardens. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh1994 to A stunning property offering excellent entertaining space Alderney Street SW1 595 per week A fantastic apartment arranged over three floors and located close to a selection of amenities and transport links at Victoria. The property includes two well proportioned bedrooms on the upper floors, two bathrooms (one en suite), a double reception room, a contemporary eat-in kitchen offering excellent entertaining space and a roof terrace. PiMliCo: [email protected] text marsh1775 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

44 Claverton Street SW1 320 p/w A charming apartment ideally located a short walk from Pimlico station. The apartment is presented in good condition throughout providing a good sized double bedroom, bathroom, reception room and a kitchen. Pimlico: text marsh0367 [email protected] to Ingelow House W8 450 p/w A charming flat located in a beautiful building moments from Kensington High Street. The property includes a large double bedroom with wooden floors, bathroom, a bright reception and a separate kitchen. Kensington: text marsh1447 [email protected] to Bray Place SW3 475 p/w A well presented flat with its own entrance is neutrally decorated throughout and offers a generous double bedroom with under-bed storage, bathroom, reception room and a fully integrated kitchen. Chelsea: text marsh0662 [email protected] to Ennismore Gardens SW7 550 p/w A bright and spacious apartment ideally located for the amenities of South Kensington. The property includes a double bedroom, bathroom, reception room, and kitchen. Inclusive of utilities. Charlwood Place SW1 550 p/w A split level apartment located close to both Pimlico and Victoria. The apartment provides an en suite master bedroom, second bedroom, family bathroom, and reception room/dining area with semi open plan kitchen. Grosvenor Street W1 550 p/w Situated in a secure portered building in the heart of Mayfair. The refurbished property boasts a large double bedroom with good storage, new bathroom, reception room and a modern kitchen. Chelsea: [email protected] Pimlico: [email protected] text marsh1319 to Mayfair: text marsh1236 [email protected] to Longridge Road SW5 750 p/w A wonderful apartment split over three floors boasting two large double bedrooms, third bedroom, two bathrooms, a large reception room with wooden floors, an eat-in kitchen and a large, private roof terrace. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh0001 to Reeves Mews W1 750 p/w A newly refurbished apartment ideally located for in the heart of Mayfair. The refurbished property includes a double bedroom, further bedroom, a modern bathroom, reception room and kitchen. Mayfair: text marsh1636 [email protected] to Cheniston Gardens W8 775 p/w A bright and airy duplex apartment in Kensington. The accommodation includes three double bedrooms with storage, bathroom, a double reception room with wooden floors ideal for entertaining and a kitchen. Kensington: [email protected] Our Central Offices:

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46 Photograph by Parkour Generations Delicious, fresh fish is a favourite Shabby Chic certainly ain t shabby Rachel Ashwell s Shabby Chic Couture has finally crossed the Atlantic and opened its first and only UK store in Notting Hill. Having many celebrity fans, this renowned lifestyle, home furnishing brand offers an authentic and bespoke service that provides beauty, comfort and function in the home. With staples including feather down mix cushions, hard wood vintage frames and loose covered comfy sofas, using a smoky colour palette and luxurious textures, you really will be spoilt for choice! shabbychic.com Hop skip and a jump! Parkour, or free-funning, is known as an art of movement where the practitioner travels freely through and over the terrain they encounter. Made famous by films such as James Bond s Casino Royale and the Bourne series, Parkour Generations in North Kensington is the largest professional teaching body for this dynamic sport not only in the UK but the world! With indoor and outdoor academy classes, those tailored specifically for younger people and women-only groups, this is an unusual, intriguing and fun new way to keep fit! An art form, a training method and a visual spectacle, Parkour has numerous enthusiasts, men and women from young to old and the craze is only growing. parkourgenerations.com Opened in February this year, The Fishmongers Kitchen in Brook Green is a new venture of chef, Tony Licastro, who aims to supply fresh, seasonal and sustainable fish, focusing on the quality of both product and service. With the majority of fish sourced from day boats in the West Country, a selection of home made products are also on offer including soups, stocks, fish cakes and fish pies to make your life easier! We can t get enough of the fresh sushi; check out the delicious Californian rolls with a splash of ginger soy and you ll see what we mean! t Try Julies... Tucked away down an elegant street, Julie s Restaurant and Bar is the much loved London hideaway that has been serving Holland Park since Referred to as the rock chick of the restaurant world, Julie s is a hive of eating areas and alcoves with diverse and decadent styles. From the bar, to the restaurant and private banqueting rooms, the eclectic décor ranges from medieval to Moroccan. With lavish exuberant furnishings, the food lives up to its surroundings. With a European menu, the Lobster Spaghetti is delicious, while there are also classic British dishes such as a Sunday Roast and Eton Mess. As popular now as ever, Julie s remains the place to be seen as the hidden gem of Holland Park! juliesrestaurant.com

47 Photograph by Parkour Generations Delicious, fresh fish is a favourite Shabby Chic certainly ain t shabby Rachel Ashwell s Shabby Chic Couture has finally crossed the Atlantic and opened its first and only UK store in Notting Hill. Having many celebrity fans, this renowned lifestyle, home furnishing brand offers an authentic and bespoke service that provides beauty, comfort and function in the home. With staples including feather down mix cushions, hard wood vintage frames and loose covered comfy sofas, using a smoky colour palette and luxurious textures, you really will be spoilt for choice! shabbychic.com Hop skip and a jump! Parkour, or free-funning, is known as an art of movement where the practitioner travels freely through and over the terrain they encounter. Made famous by films such as James Bond s Casino Royale and the Bourne series, Parkour Generations in North Kensington is the largest professional teaching body for this dynamic sport not only in the UK but the world! With indoor and outdoor academy classes, those tailored specifically for younger people and women-only groups, this is an unusual, intriguing and fun new way to keep fit! An art form, a training method and a visual spectacle, Parkour has numerous enthusiasts, men and women from young to old and the craze is only growing. parkourgenerations.com Opened in February this year, The Fishmongers Kitchen in Brook Green is a new venture of chef, Tony Licastro, who aims to supply fresh, seasonal and sustainable fish, focusing on the quality of both product and service. With the majority of fish sourced from day boats in the West Country, a selection of home made products are also on offer including soups, stocks, fish cakes and fish pies to make your life easier! We can t get enough of the fresh sushi; check out the delicious Californian rolls with a splash of ginger soy and you ll see what we mean! t Try Julies... Tucked away down an elegant street, Julie s Restaurant and Bar is the much loved London hideaway that has been serving Holland Park since Referred to as the rock chick of the restaurant world, Julie s is a hive of eating areas and alcoves with diverse and decadent styles. From the bar, to the restaurant and private banqueting rooms, the eclectic décor ranges from medieval to Moroccan. With lavish exuberant furnishings, the food lives up to its surroundings. With a European menu, the Lobster Spaghetti is delicious, while there are also classic British dishes such as a Sunday Roast and Eton Mess. As popular now as ever, Julie s remains the place to be seen as the hidden gem of Holland Park! juliesrestaurant.com

48 property editorial A spectacular house with a dramatic, modern twist... by Cheryl Markosky An up-to-the-minute minimalist home is all very well, but sometimes it can feel cold and inhospitable. Yet, a smartly converted terraced house on Bark Place, Bayswater manages to appear uncluttered, yet warm and inviting at the same time. The current owners have done a fantastic job converting the house. What is really special is an attached mews house at the back of the property with a garage, gym, and a self-contained flat above with an open-plan kitchen and bedroom. It would suit an older relative, nanny, teenager, or investor who could let it out, explains Natasha Greenwood from Marsh & Parsons Notting Hill office. The four-bedroom, contemporary house has cleverly configured reception space arranged over two floors, with a raised ground floor gallery overlooking the lower floor. Neighbouring the airy kitchen/dining room is a cinema room and fantastic wine cellar.... The current owners have done a fantastic job converting the house... As well as a light, bright interior, there are two distinct outside spaces, including a westfacing back garden. Roaming further afield, you can nip down the road for a drink and meal at the boutique Hempel Hotel, or to Westbourne Grove for boutique shopping, fashionable bars and a number of great restaurants. I can imagine a family with teenagers, a City worker wanting easy access to the Central Line and Paddington s Heathrow Express, or someone desiring a stylish pied-a-terre living here, adds Greenwood. Bark Place W2-4,000,000 While Bark Place is a quiet tree-lined street you re very close to the bustle of Notting Hill, and only moments from the wide open spaces of Hyde Park, adds Greenwood. For further details please contact our Notting Hill office: T E [email protected]

49 market research west SALES Fig.1 Buyer Profiles Family Trust Media/Arts Property Finance/Banking Divorced/Retired Other Fig.2 Local, National & International Buyers Local National International 6% 11% 11% Consultants/Professionals 9% 41% 50% nals 8% 31% % First time buyers - West 24% 9% Fig.3 Buyer Finances Cash Mortgage 25 Fig.4 % of Total Registrations of First Time Buyers at Marsh & Parsons 62% 38% Percentage Jan 09 Feb 09 Mar 09 Apr 09 May 09 Jun 09 Jul 09 Aug 09 Sep 09 Oct 09 Nov 09 Dec 09 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar 10 Apr 10 May 10 Jun 10 Jul 10 Aug 10 Month Annual LETTINGS Activity Applicants vs Instructions Instructions Applicants Index Base: Jan 09 Jan 09 Feb 09 Mar 09 Aor 09 May 09 Jun 09 Jul 09 Aug 09 Sep 09 Oct 09 Nov 09 Dec 09 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar 10 Apr 10 May 10 Jun 10 Month Jul 10 Aug 10 Sep 10 Research for buyer profiles conducted using a sample size of 420 active applicants viewing property via the Notting Hill, Holland Park, North Kensington & Brook Green offices of Marsh & Parsons in the month of September.

50 new homes Luxury lateral living in the heart of Westbourne Park 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartments: From 1,075,000-1,100,000 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom apartments: From 1,375,000-1,700,000 *Images shown are of a different development finished to a similar standard The Westbourne Apartments W2 New 125 year lease Located in the fashionable Westbourne Park area of Notting Hill W2, The Westbourne Collection is an exclusive selection of four 2 & 3 bedroom apartments and two stunning 3 bedroom maisonettes with private rear gardens. Most apartments enjoy private terraces in addition to access to communal gardens. Set in the London Borough of Westminster, a combination of high class design and luxurious specification makes the best use of the formidable Victorian architecture of the original buildings. The apartments are well-served by excellent transport links with Paddington (Heathrow Express) and Royal Oak underground stations nearby. The apartments have undergone a breath-taking programme of design incorporating the latest, innovative state-of-the-art technology alongside a standard of contemporary design that creates a haven of luxury, rarely available in such a sought-after location. T E [email protected]

51 Stylish contemporary design in a popular Zone 2 location 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartments: From 285, ,000 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartments: From 335, ,000 The Kensal Apartments NW year lease Enjoy the luxury and refinement of a brand new development combining the best of both worlds with contemporary styling set within the immensely popular, vibrant and eclectic area of Kensal Rise. The attractiveness of the area has thrived over recent years, capturing much of the intense demand from Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove, resulting in the creation of a number of exciting and distinct bars, restaurants and boutiques. The development lies mid-way along Harrow Road, facing south with far-reaching views and comprises a striking four-storey newly built block providing an attractive splash of modern architecture on a road of period properties. The 14 apartments have been superbly designed and constructed to provide the ultimate in contemporary living and enjoy private outside space to most properties, vast communal gardens, and the convenience of being just a few minutes walk from Kensal Green station (Bakerloo Line Zone 2). T E [email protected]

52 Clarendon Road W11 6,000,000 Ladbroke Grove W11 5,500,000 Hillsleigh Road W8 4,350,000 Alexander Street W2 4,000,000 Hereford Road W2 4,000,000 St. Ann s Villas W11 2,450,000 Portland Road W11 2,375,000 Ladbroke Walk W11 2,350,000 Luxemburg Gardens W6 2,250,000 Ladbroke Road W11 2,150,000 We don t just work in your local area. We live, breathe and understand it, intimately. That s how we re able to achieve the best results for our clients. Melrose Gardens W6 1,495,000 All Saints Road W11 1,395,000 Uxbridge Road W8 1,275,000 Bassett Road W10 1,200,000 Berens Road NW10 1,195,000 Addison Gardens W14 850,000 Ledbury road W11 825,000 Lancaster Road W11 799,950 Colville Road W11 799,950 Richford Street W6 775,000 Halstow Road NW10 599,950 Westwick Gardens W14 595,000 Overstone Road W6 595,000 Edith Road W14 575,000 Dalgarno Gardens W10 550,000 Our West Offices: Maida Vale

53 west w Hereford Road W2 3,450,000 Princedale Road W11 3,250,000 Hereford Road W2 3,000,000 Kensington Park Road W11 2,750,000 St. Ann s Villas W11 2,750,000 Addison Avenue W11 2,150,000 Hammersmith Grove W6 1,800,000 Addison Gardens W14 1,795,000 Abbotsbury Close W14 1,650,000 Princedale Road W11 1,625,000 To find out how our Local know how can make the difference for your property sale this year, please call us on Bassett Road W10 1,195,000 Princedale Road W11 1,195,000 Dalling Road W6 1,175,000 Avondale Park Gardens W11 875,000 Mostyn Gardens NW10 875,000 Edith Road W14 750,000 Chesterton Road W10 750,000 Astrop Mews W6 725,000 Bathurst Gardens NW10 725,000 St. Stephens Avenue W12 650,000 Huxley Street W10 525,000 St. Marks Road W10 500,000 St. Quintin Avenue W10 499,950 Aynhow Road W14 475,000 Marne Street W10 470,000 youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

54 A stunning interior designed family house in a quiet Holland Park location Upper Addison Gardens W14 5,495,000 An imposing property offering magnificent proportions and beautiful accommodation. The property offers a raised ground floor, double reception room with original features leading out to a garden aspect terrace. A bespoke kitchen leads onto an additional reception room with cantilevered doors opening onto a landscaped garden. Six bedroom suites, laundry room, terrace and garden. Freehold. Joint Sole Agents. Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh1071 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

55 west w A spectacular house that has been comprehensively refurbished Bark Place W2 4,000,000 This amazing house provides reception space over two floors including a raised ground floor room that galleries over the lower floor and the kitchen/ dining room that provides access to a further reception room. A superb master suite and two double bedrooms served by a family bathroom. An independent mews house provides off street parking and living space on the first floor. Westerly aspect garden. Freehold. Sole Agents. notting Hill: [email protected] text marsh1763 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

56 A sensational Victorian property on a pretty Notting Hill street St. Marks Place W11 2,600,000 This beautifully presented property is arranged over four floors and boasts a spectacular top floor reception room and a west facing roof terrace. Further accommodation comprises a spacious kitchen/reception room, as well as four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a west facing walled garden. St. Marks Place is close to both Westbourne Grove and Holland Park. Freehold. Joint Sole Agents. North Kensington: [email protected] text marsh0163 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

57 west w A magnificent lateral apartment finished to an exacting standard Holland Park Gardens W14 2,275,000 This extensively reconfigured property provides great interconnecting reception space and generous bedroom accommodation including two large suites. Further accommodation includes a bespoke kitchen/dining room, a beautifully fitted shower room and a further double bedroom. Holland Park Mansions is a small, well maintained mansion block moments from Holland Park Avenue. Leasehold. Joint Sole Agents Knight Frank. Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh1950 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

58 A beautifully refurbished five storey Victorian terraced house Aynhoe Road W14 2,250,000 An exceptional home located on a quiet and sought after road in the heart of Brook Green. The cleverly re-configured property provides stunning living space in the way of a reception room, family/media room, a designer kitchen, en suite master bedroom with dressing area, five further bedrooms, family bathroom, two additional shower rooms and a lovely decked garden. Freehold. Sole Agents. Brook Green: [email protected] text marsh1015 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

59 west w A contemporary and stylish loft style apartment Woodstock Studios W12 1,975,000 A stunning and incredibly unique property situated within an exclusive and secure gated studio development. Arranged over three floors and refurbished to a high standard, the accommodation includes a large reception room/dining area, sun room, study, bespoke fitted kitchen, en suite master bedroom, two further bedrooms, two bathroom and parking. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Brook green: [email protected] text marsh0610 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

60 A stunning mews with fantastic living/entertaining space Chippenham Mews W9 995,000 An exceptional mews finished to a high standard located close to the amenities of Maida Vale and Notting Hill. This comprehensively refurbished property boasts a spacious 24ft reception room, studio/office, utility room and a fully fitted kitchen. The bedroom accommodation includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property boasts superb storage throughout and a garage. Freehold. North Kensington: [email protected] text marsh1306 to An exceptional apartment in the heart of Notting Hill Durham Terrace W2 1,200,000 Presented in immaculate decorative order, this superb property offers fantastic lateral accommodation, boasting a stunning open plan reception/dining room which benefits from a triple south/westerly aspect. Additionally, thre is a separate eat-in kitchen, a master bedroom with dual aspect an en suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms and a beautifully finished bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Notting Hill: [email protected] text marsh0171 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

61 west w Glorious living space and a south facing roof terrace Edith Road W14 1,250,000 A fantastic end of terrace maisonette located within easy reach of the amenities of Brook Green and Hammersmith. The property boasts glorious natural light and includes a full width, dual aspect reception room, an open plan kitchen/breakfast room, study, a first floor master bedroom, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lovely south facing roof terrace. Freehold. Sole Agents. Brook green: [email protected] text marsh3003 to A well presented house in a quiet Holland Park mews Holland Park Mews W11 1,895,000 Moments from the amenities of Holland Park Avenue, the property provides a large, ground floor kitchen/dining room that interconnects with a southerly aspect reception room. First floor accommodation provides a further reception room and two bedrooms served by a good sized bathroom. Further benefits include an integrated garage and southerly aspect balcony. Freehold. Sole Agents. Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh1847 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

62 Lime Grove W12 325,000 A spacious and bright apartment situated on the first floor of this charming period building. The property retains much of its original character with high ceilings and provides a bay windowed reception room, kitchen, bedroom and a bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Alexander Street W2 449,950 A fabulous apartment situated within a stucco fronted Victorian terrace located in a sought after Notting Hill enclave. The accommodation includes a reception room with large windows, kitchen, bedroom with garden views and a bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Brook Green: [email protected] text marsh1806 to Notting Hill: [email protected] text marsh0233 to Sinclair Road W14 Mornington Avenue W14 595, ,000 A stunning garden flat presented in excellent condition throughout with high ceilings. The cleverly configured accommodation provides a spacious reception room, kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom suite. Further benefits include a west facing rear garden. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Situated on the second and third floors of a period building, this attractive and well presented maisonette features high ceilings and a stunning open plan kitchen/dining/reception room. Two double bedrooms (one with en-suite) a further single bedroom/study and a modern bathroom. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Brook Green: [email protected] text marsh0951 to Brook Green: [email protected] text marsh0718 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

63 west w Princedale Road W11 699,950 A charming maisonette situated within a lovely period building in the heart of Holland Park. The property has the feeling of a mews house and provides a reception room, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and benefits from a balcony and private roof terrace. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Cambridge Gardens W10 775,000 A superb conversion offering superb lateral space located close to the amenities of Ladbroke Grove. The property comprises a reception room, kitchen/dining room, an en suite master bedroom and a further double bedroom served by a family bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh0888 to north kensington: [email protected] text marsh1232 to Cobbold Road W12 Addison Road W14 795, ,000 A fabulous Victorian family house located close to Wendell Park and Goldhawk Road. The accommodation includes a spacious reception room, utility room, fitted kitchen/dining area leading to the garden, four good size bedrooms and two bathrooms. Freehold. Sole Agents. A wonderful apartment located within a fantastic, newly developed building in Holland Park. Benefiting from lift access, the accommodation includes a large reception/dining room, two good size double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a balcony. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Brook green: [email protected] Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh1263 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

64 Buller Road NW10 895,000 A beautiful Victorian property with a stunning south facing garden. This charming end of terrace building boasts a bay fronted double reception room, a kitchen/dining room, a top floor master bedroom with rooftop views and three further bedrooms served by a family bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. Pottery Lane W11 935,000 A charming triplex apartment on Pottery Lane just moments from Clarendon Cross. Arranged over the first, second and third floors of a period property the accommodation comprises generous reception space, a kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. North Kensington: [email protected] text marsh1316 to Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh1933 to Russell Gardens Mews W14 Queensdale Road W11 999,950 1,825,000 Excellently presented throughout, this spacious period property is located in a charming cobbled mews in Holland Park. The property consists of two receptions ideal for entertaining, fitted kitchen, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a garage. Freehold. Sole Agents. An attractive flat fronted house on a pretty Victorian Holland Park terrace. The property is arranged over four floors and includes a double reception room, a large kitchen/dining room, three double bedrooms and a large family bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh2034 to Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh0515 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

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66 A stucco fronted house in Notting Hill Horbury Crescent W11 5,250 per week A magnificent end of terrace stucco fronted house situated on this sought after Notting Hill Crescent, close to Kensington Park Road, Portobello Road and Westbourne Grove. This comprehensively refurbished property offers a breathtaking interior that provides modern convenience and period elegance. Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, large reception room and a stunning kitchen/breakfast room. Kensington: [email protected] text marsh1533 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

67 west w An architect designed house in Brook Green Rowan Road W6 1,850 per week An incredibly stylish and beautifully refurbished house in this wonderful location in Brook Green. Architecturally designed and extended to the attic and basement, the accommodation offers five bedrooms, the en suite master bedroom and dressing room occupying the entire first floor, a double reception room leading to the conservatory area and an immaculate basement kitchen/reception room. Brook green: [email protected] text marsh1059 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

68 A bright family house in Notting Hill with a roof terrace Talbot Road W2 2,950 per week A large family home on the corner of this sought after Notting Hill location close to a superb array of amenities. The generous bedroom accommodation consists of five double bedrooms including a master suite while the raised ground floor reception space includes two well proportioned reception rooms and a large kitchen/breakfast room. Roof terrace, garden and a garage. Notting Hill: [email protected] A wonderful family home in Brackenbury Village Marco Road W6 1,150 per week Located moments from Hammersmith on this beautiful tree lined street, the house is arranged over three floors and offers four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a spacious double reception room with wooden floors and feature fire place and an eat-in kitchen to the rear with access to the rear patio garden. The basement offers a WC, utility room and playroom. Brook Green: [email protected] text marsh0013 to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

69 west w A spacious maisonette in a vibrant Notting Hill street Portobello Road W per week Situated on this popular street moments from Golborne Road, the accommodation comprises three good size double bedrooms, three bathrooms and a large open plan living area with a fully fitted kitchen. The flat has been recently decorated and benefits from good storage, a private entrance and a roof terrace. NORTH KENSINGTON: [email protected] text marsh1339 to An idyllic cottage style house in a prestigious cul-de-sac Queensdale Walk W per week Located moments from Holland Park Avenue and the local amenities, the property comprises two large double bedrooms, bathroom, a large reception room with wooden floors, an eat-in kitchen, bathroom and an extremely pretty paved garden. Queensdale Walk is located at the north end of Holland Park Avenue just off Norland Square and the nearest underground station is Holland Park. HOLLAND PARK: [email protected] text marsh0861 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

70 Royal Crescent W p/w Situated in this quiet, predominantly modern mews in Holland Park. The property provides a bright open plan kitchen/reception room, a master bedroom, bathroom and a private garage. Portnall Road W9 395 p/w A beautiful maisonette situated on the top two floors of a period conversion in Maida Vale. The flat boasts two double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lovely open plan kitchen/reception room. Glazbury Road W p/w Fabulous lateral space in a beautiful corner building boasting an abundance of natural light. The property includes a reception room with a bay window, a kitchen/ dining room, two double bedrooms and a bathroom. Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh0572 to N. Kensington: text marsh1702 [email protected] to Brook Green: [email protected] Holland Road W p/w A stunning apartment located for access to Holland Park & Shepherds Bush stations. The apartment comprises two double bedrooms with good storage, bathroom and an open plan kitchen/reception room with wooden floors. Holland Park: [email protected] text marsh1199 to Snarsgate Street W p/w A stunning house situated on a quiet street in North Kensington. The property provides two bedrooms, bathroom, access to a decked roof terrace, a reception room and kitchen with access to a patio garden. N. Kensington: text marsh1448 [email protected] to Inver Court W2 495 p/w A stunning, newly refurbished property in a modern apartment block providing a good size double bedroom, bathroom, reception room with wooden floors, lovely kitchen, excellent storage and a private balcony. Notting Hill: text marsh1560 [email protected] to Dawson Place W2 550 p/w This one bedroom property has been finished to a high standard including the beautifully refurbished bathroom, reception room and kitchen. Dawson Place is located for the amenities of Notting Hill s Westbourne Grove. Kilmarsh Road W6 550 p/w A refurbished top floor flat arranged over two floors. The accommodation includes two double bedrooms, further bedroom, family bathroom, WC and an open plan kitchen/reception room leading to a large balcony. Auriol Road W p/w A larger than average property in West Kensington. The property comprises two double bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, large reception room, modern kitchen, conservatory with dining area and a private patio garden. Notting Hill: [email protected] text marsh1265 to Brook Green: [email protected] Brook Green: text marsh0321 [email protected] to Our West Offices: Maida Vale

71 ON D OAK MMON K CHURCH ROAD EHAMPTON N WILLESDEN GREEN COLLEGE PARK SHEPHERD S BUSH LOWER PLACE PARK ROYAL HAMMERSMITH WEST ACTON BARNES CASTELNAU ACTON GREEN Barnes GUNNERSBURY Common NORTH SHEEN PUTNEY VALE East Sheen Common Wimbledon Common Richmond Park ACTON SOUTH ACTON GROVE PARK BRONDESBURY PARK KENSAL GREEN Putney Heath SHEPHERD S B USH ROAD A219 KENSAL RISE NORTH KENSINGTON STONEBRIDGE NORTH ACTON FULHAM PALACE ROAD PUTNEY EAST SHEEN BEDFORD PARK LANCAST ER RD. WIMBLEDON LADBROKE GROVE B450 HOLLAND PARK AVENUE A402 CHISWICK Duke s Meadows MORTLAKE KINGSTON VALE KILBURN Wimbledon Park NOTTING HILL GATE FULHAM KENSINGTON CHUR CHSTREET FULHAM BDY HARWOOD RD WANDSWORTH WEST HILL CHURCH ROAD ROEHAMPTON PARSONS GREEN HAMMERSMITH HURLINGHAM BARNES CASTELNAU SOUTHFIELDS Barnes Common PUTNEY VALE Wimbledon Common BAYSWATER ROAD NEW KINGS ROAD A308 SANDS END Putney Heath SHEPHERD S B USH ROAD A219 ST JOHN S WOOD EARLSFIELD SUMMERSTOWN PUTNEY LANCAST ER RD. BROOK GREEN CLAPHAM JUNCTION WIMBLEDON LADBROKE GROVE B450 Wandsworth Common Primrose Hill DRAYCOTT AVENUE HOLLAND PARK AVENUE A402 WEST KENSINGTON MILNER ST BATTERSEA RISE NORTHECOTE ROAD CADOGAN SQUARE HOLLAND PARK UPPER TOOTING BROOMWOOD ROAD WEST HILL TOOTING GRAVENEY Wimbledon Park NOTTING HILL GATE KENSINGTON BATTERSEA PARK CHUR CHSTREET BATTERSEA WEST BROMPTON CLAPHAM COMMON FULHAM BDY HARWOOD RD BAYSWATER ROAD KENSINGTON FULHAM EARLS COURT PARSONS GREEN BALHAM HURLINGHAM WANDSWORTH SOUTHFIELDS WARWICK WAY BALHAM HILL NEW KINGS ROAD A308 SANDS END NORTH ST NINE ELMS SOUTH KENSINGTON OLD TOWN Tooting Bec Common KNIGHTSBRIDGE SOUTH LAMBETH CLAPHAM CHELSEA CLAPHAM PARK STREATHAMWandsworth PARK Common EARLSFIELD SUMMERSTOWN CLAPHAM JUNCTION BROMPTON STOCKWELL DRAYCOTT AVENUE MILNER ST BATTERSEA RISE PENTONVILLE Regent s KINGS CROSS Park REGENT S south PARK MAIDA EUSTON WEST VALE FINSBURY KILBURN KENSAL WESTBOURNE BLOOMSBURY CLERKENWELL TOWN GREEN PADDINGTON HOLBORN MARYLEBONE CITY OF BRONDESBURY west PARK LONDON SOHO Primrose BAYSWATER STRAND Hill NOTTING HARLESDON WILLESDEN KILBURN HILL GREEN KENSAL ST JOHN S PENTONVILLE CHARING Kensington RISE Hyde Park WOOD Mayfair CROSS Regent s SOUTH KINGS CROSS Gardens ST JAMES S BANK COLLEGE KENSAL Park REGENT S PARK GREEN PARK HOLLAND MAIDA St James s EUSTON WEST KNIGHTSBRIDGE VALE Green Park WATERLOO FINSBURY PARK KILBURN Park BROOKOLD OAK COMMON KENSINGTON KENSAL WESTBOURNE BLOOMSBURY CLERKENWELL GREEN TOWNBROMPTON GREEN WESTMINSTER BELGRAVIA PADDINGTON HOLBORN NORTH VICTORIA MARYLEBONE WEST EARLS KENSINGTON LAMBETH KENSINGTON COURT SOUTH CITY OF KENSINGTON PIMLICO LONDON SOHO VAUXHALL EAST CHELSEA Barnes BAYSWATER STRAND ACTON NOTTING The WEST Oval BROMPTON HILL SHEPHERD S CHARING Kensington KENNINGTON BUSH Hyde Park Mayfair CROSS Gardens ST JAMES S FULHAM PALACE ROAD BRIXTON CLAPHAM is Fulham COMMONwith its fantastic schools STREATHAM and open spaces and just south of the river you ll find CLAPHAM Battersea and PARK Clapham at either end of the Common, both popular with young professionals BALHAM and families alike, looking for beautiful property and surroundings, whilst STREATHAM HILL enjoying easy access to the City. NORTHECOTE ROAD CADOGAN SQUARE UPPER TOOTING STOCKWELL River Thames, to the hustle and bustle STREATHAM HILL BRIXTON BATTERSEA of the increasingly popular Balham. BROOMWOOD ROAD TOOTING GRAVENEY BATTERSEA PARK WESTMINSTER BELGRAVIA Green Park WARWICK WAY BALHAM HILL VICTORIA PIMLICO VAUXHALL FulhamThe Oval NORTH ST OLD TOWN At the heart of CLAPHAM south west London Tooting Bec Common STREATHAM PARK Balham SOUTH BANK St James s Park WATERLOO Battersea Clapham LAMBETH KENNINGTON South West London NINE offers a diverse ELMS SOUTH selection of property ranging LAMBETH from the hidden oasis of Barnes with its village TULSE atmosphere, HILL green spaces and the TULSE HILL STREATHAM s

72 local know how inside information: south-west Great ethical products Established in 2006, LUMA has brought eco-luxury to Barnes! Driven by a love of textiles, LUMA was established to offer an unrivalled selection of high Photograph by Tom Shaw for AGEON Boutique flowers from Luna Stein Opening a beautiful, boutique flower shop in Fulham in 1998, Luna Stein still personally selects all of the flowers that she uses. Many come from Holland, while some tropical flowers are sourced as far afield as South Africa and South America, offering a diverse range of high quality blooms. Originally from South Africa, Luna has ensured that the interior of quality organic bedding, luxurious organic cotton towels, charming vintage fabrics and beautiful soft furnishings. In an industry that employs one in six of the world s population, textiles are renowned for their polluting methods of cotton growth and poor conditions for workers. To combat this, LUMA work directly with fair trade craft groups, small communities and co-operatives to produce beautiful goods, while ensuring the welfare of the textile workers and using environmentally friendly methods. The result is an exclusive and changing selection of hand woven and embroidered throws, blankets and cushions as well as reclaimed wood furniture, designed with uncompromising ethics at great value for money It s great to be a bookworm! With the rise of book shop chains and on-line stores, independent and second hand bookshops are becoming a rarity in London, which is why My Back Pages in Balham, (taking its name from a Bob Dylan song,) is an unusual gem, made more exceptional by the fact that it is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Specialising in everything from new books to collectables and antiquarian books, with everything in between including masses of second-hand fiction and the shop is furnished with antiques and interesting artefacts from her lumadirect.com non-fiction titles covering a diverse range of subjects, My Back Pages travels, providing a fascinating and really is an Aladdin s Cave of bookish inspiring backdrop to the beautiful wonders! As a former history teacher arrangements of flowers. From and boasting two MA s, owner Doug country classics to exquisite exotics, Jeffers is a mine of information to Luna Stein cater for the home, office guide you through the rabbit warren or that extra special occasion. Or if of bookish wonders, helping you pick you just want to treat yourself, this is up a real treat! the place to go! lunasteinflorist.co.uk

73 Learn to cook at Jamie s place Al Santo Deli Fulham s latest deli, Al Santo, has just celebrated its first birthday! Owners Roberto and Anna combine their Italian and Greek heritage to present a delicious selection of delectable delights. With food stuffs such as dried cured meat, cheese and olive oil coming from Roberto s native Padova, the cuisine is based on the quality of products and a real passion for cuisine. With pasta dishes, sandwiches, salads and main courses there is a wide selection of dishes. We can t get enough of the San Luca sandwiches (Mozzarella, Parma ham, cherry tomatoes and pesto) and the Affettati Misti, a tasty charcuterie board of prosciutto, salami and bread. Being the only place in London to offer Caffe Diemme coffee, Al Santo is the perfect place to relax with a cappuccino amongst the regulars, perched in front of the big windows and watch the world go by! alsanto.co.uk thehivehoneyshop.co.uk Farmer s market About to be re-launched as the Abbeville Farmers Market, the current Clapham Farmers Market is a small but perfectly formed market held in the Bonneville Primary School every Sunday. Open from 9:30am to 1:30pm for you to peruse the selection of goods, there are up to 15 stalls selling delicious produce from French style breads and pastries to tasty Caerphilly cheeses and beautifully fresh fruit and vegetables. With seasonal offerings we are particularly looking forward to the pheasant and game offerings that are on the way for October. For more information contact the below: [email protected] Busy bees! For a shop with a difference, head to The Hive Honey Shop in Battersea, an entire shop devoted just to bees and honey. This honey wonderland is stocked full of the largest selection of English and International honeys in the country, including honey made locally in Wandsworth! Run by third generation beekeepers who have been looking after bees since 1924, they also produce numerous honey based products. And on entering this Dickensian-style shop you are greeted with a huge 5ft glass wall of 20,000 live honeybees, busy making honey on the premises. This extraordinary shop is truly one of a kind! If you re looking for a slightly different way to spend a Saturday afternoon or you need inspiration for a special birthday gathering, look no further than Jamie Oliver s Recipease in Clapham Junction. Jamie s new food and kitchen shop provides an opportunity for visitors to really get to grips with food through the vast selection of Easy to Learn lessons. From novice to pro there is something for everyone from the perfect pud, to pasta master and filleting fish, and of course your hard work pays off with a delicious dish at the end. For a limited period Recipease is offering a 25% discount on lessons held during the day, Monday to Friday, the perfect option for a fun afternoon out! And if you can t quite squeeze in a class, never fear, you can choose from the many great dishes to take home, pick up a couple of items from the wide selection of quality foods or just have a wander round to pick up ideas. jamieoliver.com/ recipease

74 property editorial A truly exceptional property located within the unique Chelsea Studios by Cheryl Markosky If you stumbled upon south west London s Chelsea Studios unwittingly, you could be forgiven for thinking you d been transported unexpectedly to Italy. Whitewashed Mediterranean-style villas, tranquill courtyards, ponds and beautiful black, wrought iron gates all scream la dolce vita, rather than the Fulham Road. The reason for this sudden brush with the Latin is that Italian architect Mario Manetti decided to model the studios on his private estate close to Florence back in This Little Italy is a rare and romantic vista for Londoners. Most people don t even know it exists, says Alex Lyle in Marsh & Parsons Fulham office....this Little Italy is a rare and romantic vista for Londoners. Most people don t even know it exists,... Lyle s selling a threebedroom, two-bathroom studio that is rare even for the unusual Italiano enclave. Two studios knocked into one, there s nearly 1,800 square feet of lateral space, which is very hard to find in the capital, he points out. Also, the studio has high ceilings, an amazing vaulted ceiling in the master bedroom, and a glass spiral staircase leading to an en suite bathroom. In fine condition, the new owner can walk in, without having to worry about carrying out any renovations, too. Lyle thinks the next buyer could be any of a variety of people, such as a young couple, family, downsizers, or an investor wanting a distinctive rental property. Current owner, Hannah Bunzl-Watts, says living in this secret garden is magical. My daughter loves the nooks and crannies and visiting the pond with fish, another with a fountain and two dog statues. And, Bunzl-Watts enjoys a drink in the garden with her neighbours, including a designer that once made T-shirts for Jimi Hendrix. She also likes being only minutes from The Hand and Flower pub, her favourite Italian restaurant that serves great lobster pasta, and Luigi s, the best deli in London.` Chelsea Studios SW6-1,495,000 For further details please contact our Fulham office: T E [email protected]

75 market research south-west SALES Fig.1 Buyer Profiles Media/Arts Family Trust Property 8% Other Fig.2 Local, National & International Buyers Local National International dia/arts mily Trust 13% 9% 8% 6% Consultants/Professionals Finance/Banking 12% Divorced/Retired 8% 10% 82% perty nsultants/professionals 22% ance/banking 30% % First time buyers - South West vorced/retired ther Fig.3 Buyer Finances Cash Mortgage 35 Fig.4 % of Total Registrations of First Time Buyers at Marsh & Parsons 63% 37% 30 Percentage Jan 09 Feb 09 Mar 09 Apr 09 May 09 Jun 09 Jul 09 Aug 09 Sep 09 Oct 09 Nov 09 Dec 09 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar 10 Apr 10 May 10 Jun 10 Jul 10 Aug 10 Month Annual LETTINGS Activity Applicants vs instructions Instructions Applicants Index Base: Jan 09 Jan 09 Feb 09 Mar 09 Aor 09 May 09 Jun 09 Jul 09 Aug 09 Sep 09 Oct 09 Nov 09 Dec 09 Jan 10 Feb 10 Mar 10 Apr 10 May 10 Jun 10 Month Jul 10 Aug 10 Sep 10 Research for buyer profiles conducted using a sample size of 510 active applicants viewing property via the Battersea, Balham, Clapham, Barnes & Fulham offices of Marsh & Parsons in the month of September.

76 Gerrard Road SW13 2,195,000 Fulham Park Gardens SW6 1,995,000 Honeywell Road SW11 1,695,000 Honeywell Road SW11 1,595,000 Tyrawley Road SW6 1,575,000 Turret Grove SW4 990,000 Broomwood Road SW11 985,000 Hillier Road SW11 975,000 Bromfelde Road SW4 960,000 Melbourne Terrace SW6 895,000 We don t just work in your local area. We live, breathe and understand it, intimately. That s how we re able to achieve the best results for our clients. Cleveland Gardens SW13 799,950 St. John s Hill Grove SW11 755,000 Victorian Heights SW8 750,000 Balham Grove SW12 725,000 Brayburne Avenue SW4 725,000 Cathles Road SW12 674,950 Ballater Road SW2 650,000 Elsley Road SW11 645,000 Humbolt Road W6 645,000 Riverview Gardens SW13 629,950 Harwood Road SW6 575,000 Fulham Road SW6 525,000 Belleville Road SW11 499,000 Rock Avenue SW14 495,000 Bedford Hill SW12 475,000 Our South West Offices:

77 south w est s Madrid Road SW13 1,495,000 Rocks Lane SW13 1,395,000 Felden Street SW6 1,375,000 Britannia Road SW6 1,150,000 Honeywell Road SW11 1,075,000 Rozel Road SW4 875,000 Denning Mews SW12 875,000 Turret Grove SW4 875,000 Turret Grove SW4 850,000 Wisley Road SW11 825,000 To find out how our Local know how can make the difference for your property sale this year, please call us on The Terrace SW13 699,950 Martindale Road SW12 695,000 Leconfield Avenue SW13 675,000 Stirling Road SW9 675,000 Thornbury Road SW2 675,000 Wroughton Road SW11 615,000 Imperial Wharf SW6 599,950 Montholme Road SW11 595,000 Edithina Street SW9 580,000 Meteor Street SW11 575,000 Moore Park Road SW6 449,950 Salford Road SW2 424,950 Alderbrook Road SW12 359,950 Yukon Road SW12 349,950 Weir Road SW12 325,000 youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

78 A double fronted Victorian house on a prestigious residential road Castelnau SW13 3,250,000 This elegant property, set back behind secure gates, offers a private driveway for up to six cars. The accommodation boasts three elegant reception rooms and dining room all with period features, a kitchen with a conservatory leading out to a landscaped 110ft private garden, seven bedrooms, three en suite bathrooms and a family bathroom. A roof terrace with stunning views and a cellar. Freehold. Sole Agents. Barnes: [email protected] Our South West Offices:

79 south w est s An impressive six bedroom family home in a popular Battersea location Thurleigh Road SW12 1,675,000 A rarely available house located at the western end of Thurleigh Road close to Wandsworth Common. The property comprises a superb 40ft double reception room with a spacious, separate eat-in kitchen opening onto the south facing garden. There are six double bedrooms served by two family bathrooms. Freehold. Sole Agents. Battersea: [email protected] text marsh1331 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

80 A superb Lion House in Fulham Cresford Road SW6 1,675,000 A beautiful five bedroom Lion House conveniently located for the shops, bars and restaurants of the King s Road. The spacious family property includes a double reception room ideal for entertaining, a modern kitchen leading to a superb garden and five good size double bedrooms served by five bathrooms. Freehold. Sole Agents. Fulham: [email protected] text marsh0151 to Our South West Offices:

81 south w est s A family house in the heart of Barnes village Meredyth Road SW13 1,450,000 A beautifully presented Edwardian house in the centre of Barnes Village. This charming property is ideal for entertaining and offering a formal dining room, a fully fitted modern kitchen and a separate reception room leading to the garden. The bedroom accommodation includes four generous double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Freehold. Sole Agents. Barnes: [email protected] text marsh1759 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

82 A family house in the popular Telford Park Telford Avenue SW2 1,400,000 A substantial semi detached family house ideally located for the amenities of both Streatham Hill and Balham High Road. The property includes two bright reception rooms, fully fitted kitchen with a dining/family room, five double bedrooms, a single bedroom/study, three bathrooms (two en suite), WC, roof terrace, large garden and off street parking. Freehold. Sole Agents. Balham: [email protected] text marsh1926 to Our South West Offices:

83 south w est s An impressive Victorian family house with garden and parking Larkhall Rise SW4 1,100,000 This lovely, mid terrace house boasts ample living/entertaining space including a bright reception room and a large kitchen with double doors leading to the 85ft garden. Upstairs are six bedrooms served by two family bathrooms and off street parking is available. Larkhill Rise is located within the Sibella Road Conservation Area. Freehold. Sole Agents. Clapham: [email protected] text marsh1809 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

84 A beautiful family house on a pretty tree lined street Niton Street SW6 1,375,000 This lovely house is located on a quiet street just off the Fulham Palace Road, north of Bishops Park and close to the River Thames. Arranged over three floors the property provides a fantastic double reception room, a bright kitchen opening on to a 44ft garden, a superb master bedroom with en suite bathroom, three further double bedroom (one en suite) and an additional family bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. Fulham: [email protected] text marsh1710 to A family house in a popular Clapham location Gaskarth Road SW12 699,950 Ideally located for the local bars and restaurants of Clapham and Abbeville Village, the accommodation provides two lovely reception rooms, kitchen, four bedrooms and a bathroom. Further benefits include a private garden. Gaskarth Road is situated in a sought after location and a short walk from the open spaces of Clapham Common. Freehold. Sole Agents. Balham: [email protected] text marsh1682 to Our South West Offices:

85 south w est s A Victorian terraced house with a garden Stirling Road SW9 665,000 Presented in good condition this fantastic property would make an ideal family home. The house comprises a large double reception, modern fitted kitchen leading out to the patio garden, four double bedrooms and two bathrooms. There is the potential to extend into the loft space and side return (subject to the relevant planning consents). Freehold. Sole Agents. Clapham: [email protected] text marsh1308 to A Victorian family house on a popular residential road Lillian Road SW13 649,950 A stunning Victorian house situated in Barnes close to both the River Thames and Hammersmith. The property boasts lovely period features throughout while the accommodation provides a reception room, dining room and a kitchen with doors leading to a pretty garden. The bedroom accommodation includes two bedrooms and a bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. Barnes: [email protected] text marsh0063 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

86 Barnard Road SW11 375,000 A bright one bedroom apartment a short walk from Battersea s Northcote Road. Recently renovated, this modern flat boasts a large reception room opening onto a stunning south facing roof terrace, with a good size kitchen and a lovely bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. St. Johns Hill SW11 415,000 A superb apartment located on the first floor of Langford Mews, a secure gated development on St. John s Hill. The property includes a dual aspect open plan kitchen/reception area, two double bedrooms, bathroom and a terrace accessed via double French doors off the reception room. Leasehold. Sole Agents. Battersea: [email protected] text marsh1692 to Battersea: [email protected] text marsh1569 to St. Luke s Avenue SW4 425,000 Nightingale Lane SW12 445,000 A beautifully presented split level apartment in a lovely period conversion close to Clapham Common. Arranged over three floors this spacious apartment comprises a master bedroom, two further bedrooms with a good size reception room and a separate kitchen. Leasehold. Sole Agents. A superb property close to Wandsworth Common. The apartment benefits from a large eat-in kitchen with a good size reception room leading to the garden and off street parking. There is one beautiful bedroom with the potential to add a a further two bedrooms and bathroom. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Clapham: [email protected] text marsh1700 to Balham: [email protected] text marsh1524 to Our South West Offices:

87 south w est s Sternhold Avenue SW12 445,000 A ground floor Edwardian maisonette located off Tooting Bec Common. The property comprises a reception room, a fitted kitchen/breakfast room with a door leading out onto a rear garden, master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, two further bedrooms and a bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. Edithna Street SW9 525,000 Offering beautifully proportioned accommodation, this lovely house is arranged over two floors and provides an entrance hall, a double reception room, kitchen/dining room leading out to a well maintained private garden, a master bedroom, a second bedroom and a bathroom. Freehold. Sole Agents. Balham: [email protected] text marsh0808 to Clapham: [email protected] text marsh1641 to Oxberry Avenue SW6 Malthouse Passage SW13 550, ,950 A well proportioned maisonette ideally located for the selection of amenities on Fulham Road. This attractive property provides a superb reception room with a balcony, eat-in kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. A charming period cottage in the heart of Barnes Village moments from the station providing easy access to the city. The property includes a reception room, dining room, both with fireplaces, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and a garden. Freehold. Sole Agents. Fulham: [email protected] text marsh1436 to Barnes: [email protected] text marsh1126 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

88 Cedars Cottages SW15 695,000 Humbolt Road W6 715,000 A pretty mews house in a gated development close to the open spaces of Richmond Park. The bright accommodation provides a reception room, a kitchen leading to the garden, three good size bedrooms, two bathrooms and the benefit of gated parking. Freehold. Sole Agents. Situated in a quiet street close to both Barons Court and Fulham Broadway, this Victorian terraced house comprises a large double reception, kitchen, conservatory, three bedrooms, a family bathroom and additional WC. Excellent storage, a private patio and a south facing roof terrace. Freehold. Sole Agents. Barnes: [email protected] text marsh1131 to Fulham: [email protected] text marsh1645 to Dulka Road SW11 1,095,000 Chelsea Studios SW6 1,495,000 An impressive family house presented in excellent condition throughout. The extended house provides superb living and bedroom space including an excavated basement, a beautiful reception room, eat-in kitchen, four bedrooms, three bathrooms and patio garden. Freehold. Sole Agents. A truly exceptional property located within the unique Chelsea Studios. Designed by an Italian architect, the accommodation provides a reception/ dining room, fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and lovely communal gardens. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents. Battersea: [email protected] text marsh1552 to Fulham: [email protected] text marsh1022 to Our South West Offices:

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90 A substantial family house with lovely gardens Coombe Park KT2 2,769 per week A beautiful family home located in the sought after and private Coombe Park. The property offers six large bedrooms, five bathrooms, while stunning reception space provides several reception rooms and a large open plan kitchen and breakfast room. Further benefits include a stunning private garden, a gated drive and a double garage. Barnes: [email protected] text marsh1160 to Our South West Offices:

91 south w est s An magnificent seven bedroom double fronted family house Park Hill SW4 1,800 per week A truly stunning, double fronted house moments from Clapham Common and Abbeville Road. Arranged over four floors, the refurbished property offers six double bedrooms, including an impressive en-suite master room with dressing room, three bathrooms, a large reception room, playroom, study, kitchen/dining, landscaped garden and a separate nanny flat/bedroom seven. Off street parking for two cars. Clapham: [email protected] text marsh0593 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

92 A beautifully finished property with panoramic views of the Thames William Hunt Mansions SW13 1,327 per week A breathtaking apartment located in the original Harrods Village Depository building. The property offers the full use of gym and swimming pool facilities on site. The bright and spacious accommodation boasts two reception areas, kitchen, utility room, three luxurious bedrooms each with en suite bathroom and the added benefit of a balcony. Barnes: [email protected] text marsh1446 to A beautifully presented family house Manchuria Road SW per week This wonderful family home is superbly located within easy walking distance of Clapham South tube and the open space of the Common. The well presented accommodation is arranged over three floors including five good size bedrooms, three bathrooms, a double reception room ideal for entertaining and kitchen on the ground floor. Battersea: [email protected] text marsh1081 to Our South West Offices:

93 south w est s A stunning house in the Diamond Conservation area Old Thackeray School SW8 825 per week The accommodation provides five double bedrooms, two en suite bathrooms and a further family bathroom, a large reception room and a separate eat-in kitchen. The house further benefits from a large roof terrace and a patio garden off the reception room. The property is ideally located for the bars and restaurants of Lavender Hill, Queenstown Road and Clapham Common. Clapham: [email protected] text marsh0112 to Stunning lateral living near Fulham Broadway Parkview Court SW6 750 per week A truly stunning penthouse situated moments from Fulham Broadway with its selection of amenities and transport links close by. The property includes three good size double bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen/reception room. Further benefits of the property includes two roof terraces, porter and secure parking. Fulham: [email protected] text marsh0242 to youtube/marshandparsons twitter.marshandparsons.co.uk

94 Comyn Road SW p/w A recently renovated flat presented to the market in fantastic condition. The property comprises a good sized double bedroom, well appointed bathroom, a reception room with a beautiful Victorian fireplace and a kitchen. Battersea: [email protected] text marsh1674 to Cavendish Road SW p/w Presented in a great condition, the property comprises a master bedroom, further bedroom, bathroom, a bright and spacious reception room and a fully fitted eat-in kitchen. Access to a lovely deck/patio garden. Balham: text marsh0847 [email protected] to Rodenhurst Road SW4 385 p/w A bright, modern apartment close to the amenities of Abbeville Village. The accommodation provides two double bedrooms including one en-suite bathroom and an open plan reception room/kitchen/dining area. Clapham: [email protected] text marsh0381 to Northcote Road SW p/w This lovely apartment is located within moments of the amenities of Northcote Road. The property comprises two double bedrooms, bathroom and a large open plan kitchen/ reception room leading to a pretty rear garden. Victoria Rise SW4 475 p/w A spacious apartment located close to Clapham Junction and Clapham Common. The property provides three double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en suite), a reception room, galley kitchen and a garden. Howgate Road SW p/w A lovely house located on a quiet road moments from Mortlake Station. The accommodation offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms (two en suite), open plan kitchen/diner, reception room, garden, parking and garage. Battersea: [email protected] text marsh0735 to Clapham: [email protected] text marsh1100 to Barnes: text marsh0598 [email protected] to Chelsea Vista SW6 550 p/w A stunning apartment set within a new landmark riverside development. The second floor property includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a reception room with dining area, kitchen, porter and access to a gym. Fulham: [email protected] text marsh1373 to Elm Bank Mansions SW p/w A stunning top floor mansion flat boasting river views and located close to the amenities of Barnes. Includes three good sized bedrooms, two bathrooms, a bright reception room and a brand new kitchen. Barnes: [email protected] text marsh1576 to Kempson Road SW6 1,200 p/w A spacious family house located close to Putney High Street. The property includes two reception rooms, eat-in kitchen, cloakroom, five large bedrooms with high ceilings, two bathrooms and a garden. Fulham: [email protected] text marsh1043 to Our South West Offices:

95 Would you like to spend less time dealing with the nitty gritty of managing your property and more time enjoying the benefits of your rental investment? Marsh & Parsons Property Management will: Provide a single point of contact for you and your tenant Guarantee an experienced team with decades of practical know-how Use tried and tested contractors who react quickly and invoice competitively Keep an eye on your investment with regular property inspections Offer practical advice and be involved in deposit negotiations T E [email protected] W marshandparsons.co.uk/services/lettings

96 directory who If you d like to know the value of your property for sales or lettings then please contact the appropriate person from our directory... Peter Rollings Managing Director E: prollings@ marshandparsons.co.uk Liza-Jane Kelly Sales Director E: ljkelly@ marshandparsons.co.uk Keith Gorny Director E: kgorny@ marshandparsons.co.uk Emilie Thysse Lettings Director E: ethysse@ marshandparsons.co.uk Patrick Littlemore Lettings Director E: plittlemore@ marshandparsons.co.uk Adam Stackhouse Head of Developments and New Homes T: E: astackhouse@ marshandparsons.co.uk Matthew Salvidge Head of Corporate & Relocation Services T: E: msalvidge@ marshandparsons.co.uk James Leverton Head of Property & Tenancy Management T: E: jleverton@ marshandparsons.co.uk Roger Doncom MRICS Head of Professional Department T: E: rdoncom@ marshandparsons.co.uk Remember, you can discuss property issues with us either on our blog or by ing: [email protected]

97 where are we are we?? Head Office Hamlet House 77 Fulham Palace Rd, W6 8JA T: F: E: Peter Rollings Managing Director Liza-Jane Kelly Sales Director Balham 45 Balham Hill, SW12 9DR T: E: E: Laura Wilcox- Chandley Sales Manager Leo Comer Lettings Manager Barnes 73/75 Church Road, SW13 9HH T: E: E: Kate Jolley Senior Sales Manager Kate Marshall Lettings Manager Battersea 118 Northcote Road, SW11 6QP T: E: E: Tim Harrison Senior Sales Manager Graeme Young Senior Lettings Manager Brook Green Shepherd s Bush Road, W6 7LP T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Paul Price Senior Sales Manager Anna Morley Senior Lettings Manager Chelsea Rawings House 2a Milner Street, SW3 2PU T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] William Hughes-Ward Senior Sales Manager Guy Bradshaw Senior Lettings Manager Clapham 28 Old Town, SW4 0LB T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Thomas Crabtree Senior Sales Manager Katie Cox Lettings Manager

98 Fulham Moore Park Road, SW6 2DA T: E: E: Alex Lyle Senior Sales Manager Sylvie Bahmanyar Senior Lettings Manager Holland Park 57 Norland Square, W11 4QJ T: E: E: David Pittman Sales Manager Claire de Wolff Senior Lettings Manager Kensington 9 Kensington Church Street, W8 4LF T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Craig Tonkin Associate Director Verity Barrett Senior Lettings Manager Maida Vale 35 Maida Vale, W9 1TP E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Opening soon... Mayfair Charles House 18b Charles Street, W1J 5DU T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] William Hughes-Ward Senior Sales Manager Guy Bradshaw Senior Lettings Manager North Kensington 136 Lancaster Road, W11 1QU T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Matthew Biggadike Senior Sales Manager Nik Dennis Lettings Manager Notting Hill 4-6 Kensington Park Road, W11 3BU T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Keith Gorny Director Ruth Harrington Senior Lettings Manager Pimlico 53 Warwick Way, SW1V 1QS T: E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Jake Civardi Sales Manager Jenny Anderson Lettings Manager

99 RK AL ACTON GREEN ERSBURY H N SOUTH ACTON t Sheen mmon ond rk GROVE PARK location BRONDESBURY PARK LOWER PLACE ACTON STONEBRIDGE NORTH ACTON BEDFORD PARK MORTLAKE EAST SHEEN EAST ACTON HARLESDON OLD OAK COMMON CHISWICK Duke s Meadows CHURCH ROAD ROEHAMPTON WILLESDEN GREEN COLLEGE PARK HAMMERSMITH BARNES 3 SHEPHERD S BUSH CASTELNAU Barnes Common KENSAL GREEN Putney Heath SHEPHERD S B USH ROAD A219 KENSAL RISE WEST KILBURN KENSAL TOWN NORTH KENSINGTON 13 PUTNEY LANCAST ER RD. NOTTING HILL LADBROKE GROVE B450 HOLLAND PARK AVENUE A402 WEST KENSINGTON NOTTING HILL GATE KENSINGTON CHUR CHSTREET FULHAM BDY HARWOOD RD WANDSWORTH BAYSWATER ROAD HOLLAND PARK 10 BROOK KENSINGTON GREEN 5 1 FULHAM PALACE ROAD 9 KILBURN WESTBOURNE GREEN FULHAM WEST HILL location 14 EARLS COURT MAIDA VALE BAYSWATER WEST BROMPTON PARSONS GREEN HURLINGHAM 8 11 PADDINGTON Kensington Gardens NEW KINGS ROAD A308 SANDS END location Primrose Hill ST JOHN S WOOD SOUTH KENSINGTON EARLSFIELD DRAYCOTT AVENUE MILNER ST CHELSEA CLAPHAM JUNCTION Hyde Park KNIGHTSBRIDGE BROMPTON Wandsworth Common BATTERSEA RISE 4 NORTHCOTE ROAD 6 CADOGAN SQUARE Regent s Park MARYLEBONE BATTERSEA PARK BROOMWOOD ROAD Mayfair 12 BATTERSEA WESTMINSTER BALHAM REGENT S PARK BELGRAVIA Green Park CLAPHAM COMMON BALHAM HILL 2 VICTORIA 15 WARWICK WAY NORTH ST 7 PIMLICO NINE ELMS OLD TOWN EUSTON SOHO ST JAMES S St James s Park KINGS CROSS CLAPHAM CLAPHAM PARK BLOOMSBURY STRAND CHARING CROSS SOUTH LAMBETH STOCKWELL map PENTONVILLE FINSBURY HOLBORN VAUXHALL CLERKENWELL CITY OF LONDON SOUTH BANK KENNINGTON WATERLOO LAMBETH The Oval BRIXTON TULSE HILL Hammersmith - Head Office Hamlet House 77 Fulham Palace Road W6 8JA T F PUTNEY VALE Balham & Clapham South 45 Balham Hill SW12 9DR KINGSTON Wimbledon T VALE 4377 F 020 Common Barnes WIMBLEDON Church Road SW13 9HH T F Wimbledon Park SOUTHFIELDS Chelsea Rawlings House 2a Milner Street SW3 2PU T F Clapham SUMMERSTOWN 28 Old Town SW4 0LB T F Fulham Moore Park Road SW6 2DA T F UPPER TOOTING TOOTING GRAVENEY Maida Vale 35 Maida Vale W9 1TP Opening soon... STREATHAM PARK STREATHAM HILL Tooting Bec Mayfair Common Charles House, 18b Charles STREATHAM Street W1J 5DU T F North Kensington 136 Lancaster Road W11 1QU T F Battersea 118 Northcote Road SW11 6QP T F Holland Park 57 Norland Square W11 4QJ T F Notting Hill 2-6 Kensington Park Road W11 3BU T F Brook Green Shepherds Bush Road W6 7LP T F Kensington 9 Kensington Church Street W8 4LF T F Pimlico & Westminster 53 Warwick Way SW1V 1QS T F

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