Month: July 2016

Lettings firm, Penyards Property Management, is celebrating its 27th anniversary this month.

One of Winchester’s bastions of privately-owned business, Penyards Property Management is the largest lettings agency in Winchester and is a regular fixture at the top of the Rightmove rankings for new instructions and number of properties listed. It has a 13-strong team, comprising lettings managers, property managers and lettings negotiators, with a combined century of experience. Established as an independent business in 1995, it manages over 500 residential units across the county, and offers Client Money Protection, access to the Property Ombudsman and membership of the primary lettings trade body, the The Association of Residential Lettings Agents.

Recently, Penyards Property Management appointed a new Associate Director, Mike Turner, to strategically plan for the firm’s continual growth over the coming years. With years of experience in the industry, stretching from Hampshire, Surrey and West London, Mike was the natural choice to lead the team into further success.

Mike commented: “I am sure the experience, professionalism and total focus on customer care will encourage even more landlords and tenants to use our professional, dynamic services.”

Its estate management business has grown considerably over the last year, with additional services in Winchester, Oxford and Clapham. Holding true to its value, “to exceed the expectations of our clients by offering the highest quality property management and letting service in Hampshire through encouraging the individual employee to realise their full potential”, Penyards has invested in three of its team to undertake their Property Management BTEC qualification through the Guild of Letting and Management, to further the firm’s service offering and ensure the team remains at the top of its game.

Reflecting on the secret to the company’s longevity, Alan Davis, Managing Director, said: “Our people are our most valuable and passionate asset. We……

It’s in the heart of Winchester’s historic centre and has the perfect period feel of its surroundings.

But the big surprise for many will be that an impressive four storey town house in Archery Lane is only 20 years old this year despite being part of the renowned Peninsula Square scheme that arose out of the former Barracks in the city that were a landmark for many decades.

Since it was built, the house, the imposing centre of a terrace of three and crowned by a decorative pediment in brick to complete its Georgian appearance, has been much improved by the current owners.

Hidden behind a mirror door is an impressive library on the lower ground floor. This room could be easily combined with the adjacent shower room and utility to form an annexe or a bedroom suite if desired.

On the ground floor is a refitted and bespoke Stephen Anthony kitchen that matches the overall impressive stature of the property with its Farrow and Ball finish, quartz work surfaces, recessed electric Aga, compact oven, and Norcool drawer fridge.

There is a study opening off the entrance hall just inside the front door – the hall has stairs descending to the library level and a flight rising to the drawing room and en-suite second bedroom on the first floor. The drawing room is entered through glazed double doors and its westerly aspect floods the room with natural light.

The whole of the second floor is occupied by the master suite, which boasts a wall of fitted wardrobes, and en-suite with a bath, separate shower cubicle, and twin handbasins. There is a dressing room with wardrobes to two walls that could be used as a fourth bedroom.

With many mature trees and attractive open spaces, The Barracks has a quiet and……

If you are thinking of buying a brand new home in the Bursledon area, just 4 miles from Hedge End, now is the ideal time to register your interest in the Bellway Homes’ Latitude development in Pylands Lane.

“This really is an exceptional development which will appeal to a wide variety of purchasers,” says Marie Terrey, Sales Manager. “We will be building 1 and 2 bedroom apartments as well as 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses so I think the term ‘something for everyone’ can definitely be applied here. By registering an interest now people can be kept up to date with the progress being made.”

Bursledon is a traditional village with tree-lined country lanes and impressive historic houses, all nestled within an idyllic waterside setting. The village borders the popular Manor Farm Country Park which has over 400 acres of woodland and rural landscapes on the bank of the river Hamble. The site contains a working farm tracing over 100 years of agricultural history, along with a ‘meet the animals’ experience and a vast ancient woodland to be explored.

Latitude is well placed to make the most of the area’s excellent transport connections, with the M27 less than half a mile away, which then leads onto the M3 and the A3(M). Portsmouth can be reached in approximately 17 minutes via the M27, while Southampton is under 20 minutes away via Portsmouth Road and the A3025. Bursledon has its own train station located under two miles from the development, with regular services to Southampton Central, Portsmouth and Southsea, passing several popular destinations on route.

If educational needs are a priority it is good to know there are a range of schools nearby covering infant through to higher education. Children under 11 will benefit from close proximity to Kings……

‘Silverline Place is a truly stunning collection of 11 individual and beautiful new homes. Exquisite classically inspired architecture meets the convenience of modern living in this, Drew Smith Homes’ most prestigious development to date. Set on the edge of Winchester City with easily accessed routes to the M3 and A34 as well as the direct train route to London, this development affords the opportunity for convenient city living.

Designed to work in harmony with the classically inspired exteriors of the houses, the interiors reflect the true luxury of these homes with contemporary and modern living in mind. The houses are well equipped with the background warmth of underfloor heating throughout, luxury brand bathrooms and elegant German kitchens.

The sense of quality, elegance and well thought out living is felt the moment you walk through the door. Please contact Savills, Winchester on 01962 834 045 for further details – www.silverlineplace.com’…

People from across the UK have been invited to show exactly why they love where they live as part of a new video competition with a £1,000 top prize.

Property specialist Leaders has announced the return of its Love living in competition, which debuted in 2015 and asks entrants to showcase the best of their hometown in a video of no more than three minutes.

Love living in is designed to allow people to put their village, town or city under the spotlight and show all the features that make it so special.

In addition to a £1,000 top prize for the best video, the winner will receive an extra £1,000 for a community group* of their choice. Further prizes of £500 plus £500 for a community group will be awarded to the young person who produces the best film and the winner of a People’s Choice award based on social media shares.

Allison Thompson, managing director at Leaders, says: “We know that every area is loved by the people who live there for many different reasons. The aim of Love living in is to highlight these reasons and to give people a chance to share the pride they have in the place they call home.

“Whether people live in a city of skyscrapers or an isolated seaside retreat, we want to see everything that makes it so remarkable in their eyes.  

“Last year’s competition was a resounding success as we received a huge number of outstanding videos documenting life everywhere from London to Selsey, Lincoln and Wallington.

“We hope this year’s Love living in will be even more popular and inspires people of all ages to get outdoors over the summer and start filming. There is no need to produce a professional film; all entrants need is a smartphone……

Brick and flint at its best

Cherry Tree Barn at Martyr Worthy near Winchester is an individual detached property with oodles of character both inside and out. With a fascinating split level layout this spacious home is incredibly versatile and has wonderful vaulted ceilings, exposed timbers, large full height windows, and is set within a glorious south facing secluded garden. The brick and flint elevations are beautiful and studded with windows at different levels and with an external staircase up to the first floor.

The spacious reception hall has doors to a good size study with adjacent cloakroom, the superb sitting room with its high vaulted ceiling and glazed doors to the garden; and the fitted kitchen. The kitchen connects with the dining room on one side and a lovely breakfast room at the rear, both with French doors to the sunny terrace. There is also a utility room and at the rear, a double bedroom with en suite shower room.

Upstairs, the focal point is the galleried landing overlooking the sitting room below before a few more steps lead up to three double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes and the master with a lovely bathroom. There is also a large family bathroom on this floor.

There is plenty of parking to the front of the house and a double garage with storage above. The garden is secluded by high hedging and is divided into a courtyard terrace with a water feature, an informal garden with fruit trees and a large paddock with far-reaching southerly views

Martyr Worthy is within easy reach of Winchester and Micheldever mainline stations for those who regularly commute and the road network is excellent with fast access to the M3 and A34.

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