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Penyards Property Management, located on Southgate Street in Winchester, reports that 2015 has been an amazing year for the business, both in terms of an increased market place and market share for the company; and also, more importantly, exceeding the expectations of their landlords and tenants.

Mike Turner, Associate Director, comments: “The year started very well and we grew on our success which culminated in several record breaking months of the highest number of new instructions brought to the market by Penyards Property Management. Subsequently a large number of lets were arranged to high end tenants – both family and professional.

“The final couple of months of 2015 have seen a change in market conditions, with many properties becoming available just before Christmas which has resulted in an oversupply of property at a somewhat quieter time of year. High supply and low demand has resulted in prices falling, or properties remaining vacant.

“At Penyards Property Management, we work closely with our landlords. We let them know on a weekly basis what the market is doing, what activity we have had on their property and are proactive in suggesting marketing to achieve the required result.

“We are also now agreeing some new deals with a 15 month contract, which moves the property vacation time away from the traditionally quiet time of winter – smart thinking like this results in the landlords minimising any potential void period next time around.”

Contact Mike at Penyards for more details on 01962 860303…

With versatile family space, this superb townhouse has much to appeal to tenants looking for a good size home close to the centre of Winchester, local schools and the train station. Situated in Elm Road there are also local shops around the corner.

The principal feature on the ground floor is a fabulous extended kitchen and dining room which is an open plan space with contemporary fittings, a central island and superb bi-folding doors to a decked area and the garden. There are also two separate reception rooms on this floor which add to the flexibility of the home.

From the entrance hall doors lead down to a lovely bedroom suite which could alternatively be used as a gym, office or playroom.

Three bedrooms and a luxury bathroom are arranged over the first floor with a further double bedroom in the converted attic space.

The house has an attractive façade with a traditional tiled path to the front door, whilst the garden to the rear is neatly arranged and has an access gate at the side.

Belgarum in Winchester asks a monthly rent of £2,600 and welcomes enquiries on 01962 844460.…

Conveniently situated off the relatively quiet Parchment Street in central Winchester, residents at this modern townhouse will be able to benefit from the eclectic mix of shops, boutiques, galleries, cinema, theatres, coffee shops, bars and restaurants the thriving city has to offer.

Flexible accommodation is arranged over three floors and the house has a courtyard garden and an allocated parking space.

The house can be arranged either as a three bedroom house with two reception rooms or as a four bedroom home if required. One bedroom has its own shower room and there is a family bathroom.

Pearsons quotes a monthly rent of £1,550 and further details are available by calling the Winchester office on 01962 853344…

Hamptons International took home Gold for Best Large Agency for the fourth consecutive year at the Estate Agency of the Year Awards 2015 in association with the Sunday Times and The Times, held at The Lancaster London Hotel on Friday 4 December.

The event is recognised as one of the most prestigious in the industry calendar and attracted stiff competition from agents across the country. It was once again supported by The Sunday Times and The Times, with the winners presented with their awards, by International rugby star and MBE Matt Dawson.

Awarding Hamptons International with Gold for Best Large Agency, the judges commented: “Hamptons International is a leading residential property company which offers unrivalled customer service from committed and inspired people. Clients using Hamptons will receive expert advice from highly trained, professional and enthusiastic staff.

“The valuers and negotiators are switched on, and are increasingly proactive in terms of progressing the sales efficiently and in a considerate manner. The culture is people oriented and the executive team has worked hard to entrench this philosophy internally and externally, so the team and the clients feel valued and appreciated. They understand that the right values are a mind-set so recruit those whose attitudes mirror those of the business, and seek to reinforce this with thorough and robust training of the technical skills of estate agency, which is aligned to the business goals. It has grown its international presence and now has partnerships with over 7,000 overseas offices.

“Hamptons International is a professional and polished brand whose ethics and standards have led to extraordinary levels of repeat and referral business. It is a worthy winner of the gold in this category for the fourth year running.”

Hamptons International also scooped Silver for Best Training and Development and Philip Knight from Hamptons International’s Caterham branch won Best Valuer. Award winners were decided following a rigorous and thorough judging process by a panel of 20 industry experts. The judging process was overseen by The Property Ombudsman, Christopher Hamer and Gerry Fitzjohn, VP of The Property Ombudsman acted as Arbiter.

Marc Goldberg, Head of Sales at Hamptons International, commented: “We are delighted to have been recognised once again as the UK’s Best Large Agency at the prestigious Estate Agency of the Year Awards.…

This attractive first floor apartment has become available for sale and forms part of a country house set in south facing gardens. Oakwood House is located within Otterbourne from where there is easy access to Chandler’s Ford, Romsey and Winchester and is an ideal location for those who want the convenience of living in an apartment yet without the hustle and bustle of city life.

The accommodation comprises two bedrooms, a large living room, fitted kitchen and newly fitted bathroom.

The property sits well within its communal grounds and there is extensive parking for residents and visitors.

Pearsons in Winchester will be pleased to provide further details and to arrange a personal inspection. A guide price of £299,950 is quoted. Give the office a call on 01962 853344.…