The Cotswolds is the epitome of England’s picturesque landscapes, historic villages, and an enviable quality of life that attracts potential homeowners from across the country and beyond. Popular with royals and A listers alike, the Cotswolds is hard to beat. The region offers a blend of breathtaking scenery, rich cultural heritage, and stunning properties.
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What do buyers look for at viewings?
The old ‘adage’ for a vendor or landlord to pop a pot of coffee on the stove or having the aroma of cakes or bread baking that will never be eaten is old-hat nowadays. Replaced by plug-ins or scented candles to hide any unpleasant odours have become the norm, but will this influence or persuade the buyer or future tenant?
Top 10 Considerations when Assessing Property
We help people to find their ideal property, but we know some people prefer to try and find their property on their own. We are often asked by such people about what they should be considering when looking for a property for themselves. In this blog, find out the top ten considerations the experts consider.
Why Winter is a great time to buy
We all know that most properties look their best during the warmer sunnier months of the year and that this is the most popular time of the year to market and buy properties. There is however, an argument that if you like how a property presents itself in winter, you will love it even more in spring and summer. The business of buying houses is therefore not just limited to the warmer months as some good deals and business can be achieved if you know what to look out for.
Selecting the right artwork for your home...
Not everyone can afford, and nor would they wish, to have an original painting by Vincent Van Gogh, Salvador Dali or Pablo Picasso. However, with a little guidance and creativity you can choose art that looks lovely and complements its surroundings. Selecting the right artwork can make a real difference to the look and feel of your home.
Focus on Winchester & surrounds
Winchester is a vibrant heritage destination just an hour south west of London, with fabulous attractions and beautiful architecture. The city has a magnificent Cathedral, award-winning pubs and restaurants and a tempting array of independent shops. This culturally rich medieval city is surrounded by idyllic Hampshire villages and the fabulous rolling countryside of the South Downs National Park.
The kitchen
Arguably the most important room in the house. Too often people find their ideal home but reject the house based on the kitchen not being modern enough or lacking a certain feature. However, if everything else with the property, particularly its location, is what you are looking for, then the kitchen should not necessarily be a stumbling block to your new home.
The #3 Reason for Moving - Lifestyle
In the last two blogs, we explored the biggest motivator for people moving home – education and working from home. The third most prevalent reason is the desire for a change in lifestyle and the ever-shrinking commute-time is making it possible for more families to live in the suburbs or the country and enjoying the benefits that this brings while still working in the city.