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Agent listings; Agent Spotlights

07 LandladyBlack Friday, beards, and toy dogs forcity slickers ...

07 Building OpinionsRobert Nemeth has his finger on thepulse of Brighton & Hove’s outstandingarchitecture

09 Austin ReesThe property aficionados are makingcharitable efforts this season with ‘Dressas an Elf on the Twelfth’

12 Grant James CrossleyTips, advice, and a detailed history ofdomestic chimneys

13 Latest Homes For SaleYour first stop if you are looking to buy a new home

17 Latest LettingsFind a property in our rental guide

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Avard L 115 Western Rd, Brighton, BN1 2AB 01273 748828 www.avard.co.uk

Avard S 132 Ditchling Rd, Brighton, BN1 4SG 01273 696000 www.avard.co.uk

Austin Gray S 123 - 125 Dyke Road, Brighton, BN3 1TJ01273 232232 www.avard.co.uk

Austin Gray Auctions37 Vernon Terrace, Brighton BN3 1JH

01273 201980 www.austingray.co.uk

Austin Rees L 135-137 Dyke Road, Hove BN3 1TJ 01273 260724 www.austinrees.com

Baron Estates S&L 20 Western Road, Hove BN3 1AE 01273 733334 www.baron-estates.com

Baron Estates S&L 104b Dyke Road, Brighton BN1 3JD 01273 779777 www.baron-estates.com

Barrie Alderton S&L 73 Southover Street, Brighton BN2 9UF01273 570242 www.barriealderton.co.uk

Barrie Alderton L 77b London Road, Brighton BN1 4JF01273 884554 www.barriealderton.co.uk

Beaumonts S 9 Kings Parade, Ditchling RoadBrighton BN1 6JT

01273 550881 www.beaumontsresidential.co.uk

Belvoir L 210 Church Road, Hove BN3 2DJ01273 311077 www.belvoirlettings.com/brightonandhove

Bonett’s S&L 78 St George’s Road, Brighton BN2 1EF01273 677365 www.bonetts.co.uk

Brand Vaughan S 110 St George’s Road, Kemp Town, Brighton BN2 1EA

01273 683111 www.brandvaughan.co.uk

Brand Vaughan S 219 Preston Road, Brighton BN1 6SA 01273 504441 www.brandvaughan.co.uk

Brighton Accomodation Agency S85 Ditchling Road, Brighton BN1 4SD

01273 602900 www.baagency.co.uk

Brighton Accomodation Agency S&L74 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3HZ

01273 672999 www.baagency.co.uk

Brices S&L 30c Western Road, Hove BN3 1AF01273 323000 www.brices.co.uk

Cales & Co S&L 48 Boundary Road, Hove BN3 4EF 01273 422706 www.calesandco.com

Callaways S&L 59 Church Road, Hove BN3 2BD 01273 735237 www.callaways.co.uk

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Fox & Sons S 196-197 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3LA01273 677544 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 52-54 Ladies Mile Road, Brighton BN1 8QF01273 554505 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 233 South Coast Road, Peacehaven BN10 8LD

01273 587222 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 205 Preston Road, Brighton BN1 6SA01273 508761 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 2-4 Marine Drive, Rottingdean BN2 7HQ01273 309968 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 3 The Vinery, St Marys Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5ZA

01273 461671 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S&L 117-118 Western Road, Brighton BN1 2AD01273 777000 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 98 Warren Road, Woodingdean BN2 6BA01273 675101 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 6 Chapel Road, Worthing BN11 1BJ01903 209055 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Goldin Lemcke S 160-162 Church Road, Hove BN3 2DL01273 777123 www.goldinlemcke.com

Halls S&L 27 New Road, Brighton BN1 1UG01273 244442 www.halls-estate.com

Halls S&L 54 Elm Grove, Brighton BN2 3DD01273 691688 www.halls-estate.com

Halls S&L 253b Ditchling Road, Brighton BN1 6JD01273 236000 www.halls-estate.com

Hamptons International S&L82 Church Road, Hove BN3 2EB

01273 796157 www.hamptons.co.uk

Healy & Newsom S 19 Richardson Road, Hove BN3 5RB01273 746674 www.healynewsom.co.uk

Home Leasing L 72 Western Road, Hove BN3 2JQ01273 746600 www.homeleasing.co.uk

Homelets L 47 Norfolk Square, Brighton BN1 2PA01273 747485 www.homelets.info

Jason Dean S&L 1b Montefiore Road, Hove, BN3 1RD01273 727000 www.jasondeans.co.uk

John Hilton S&L 127 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3LG01273 608151 www.johnhiltons.co.uk

John Hoole S 214 Dyke Road, Brighton BN1 5AA 01273 555115 www.johnhoole.co.uk

Justin Lloyd S&L 176 Church Road, Hove BN3 2DJ 01273 315614 www.justinlloyd.co.uk

Justin Lloyd S&L 118 St James’s Street, Brighton BN2 1TH01273 315612 www.justinlloyd.co.uk

Khalil Properties L 124 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3LG01273 573960 www.khalilproperties.co.uk

Khalil Properties L Albert House, 82 Queens Rd, Brighton, BN2 3LG,01273 735904 www.khalilproperties.co.uk

King & Chasemore S 51 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3HW01273 608011 www.kingandchasemore.co.uk

Cambridge Residential S&L117 Western Road, Hove BN3 1DB

01273 204037 www.cambridge-residential.co.uk

Clifford Dann S&L Albion Street, Lewes BN7 2NF01273 477022 www.clifforddann.co.uk

Choices S&L 19 North Street, Portslade BN41 1DH 01273 549290 www.choices.co.uk

Cubitt & West S 146 Preston Drove, Brighton BN1 6FJ 01273 564444 www.cubittandwest.co.uk

Cubitt & West S 237 South Coast Road, Peacehaven BN10 8LD

01273 584511 www.cubittandwest.co.uk

Cubitt & West S 156 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3LG01273 604377 www.cubittandwest.co.uk

Cubitt & West S 110 Western Road, Brighton. BN12AA01273 820600 www.cubittandwest.co.uk

Cubitt & West S 7 St George’s Road, Kemp Town BN2 1EB01273 681811 www.cubittandwest.co.uk

David & Co S 132a Preston Drove, Brighton BN1 6FJ 01273 555333 www.davidandco.biz

Dean & Co S 1 The Parade, Hangleton Road, Hove BN3 7LU 01273 721061 www.dean-property.co.uk

Dean & Co S 72b High Street, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5DB 01273 414243 www.dean-property.co.uk

Elliotts S 2 Church Road, Hove BN3 2FL 01273 773399 www.elliottsestateagents.co.uk

Elliotts S 2 Queens Parade, Hangleton, Hove BN3 8JG

01273 322766 www.elliottsestateagents.co.uk

Ellmans L 43 Church Road, Hove BN3 2BE01273 737241 www.ellmans.co.uk

Fine & Country Brighton & Hove S52 Church Road, Hove BN3 2FN

01273 739911 www.brightonandhove.fineandcountry.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 161 Church Road, Hove BN3 2AD 01273 820280 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 6-7 Queens Parade, Hove BN3 8JG 01273 778455 www.sequencehome.co.uk

Fox & Sons S 9-10 Bristol Road, Brighton BN2 1AP 01273 688148 www.sequencehome.co.uk

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David Maslen S 39 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3HQ 01273 677001 www.maslen.co.uk

David Maslen S 174 Church Road, Hove BN3 2DJ01273 321000 www.maslen.co.uk

David Maslen S 290 Ditchling Road, Brighton BN1 6JF 01273 566777 www.maslen.co.uk


King & Chasemore S43 High Street, Brighton BN2 7HE

01273 301066 www.kingandchasemore.co.uk

King & Chasemore S6 St George’s Road, Kemp Town, BN2 1EB


King & Chasemore S201A Preston Road, Brighton BN1 6SA


King & Chasemore S20 Church Road, Hove BN3 2FN


King & Chasemore S33 South Street, Worthing BN11 3AR


King & Chasemore S&L28 Longridge Avenue, Saltdean BN2 8LJ

01273 306 661 www.lampons.com

King & Chasemore S&L236 South Coast Road, Peacehaven BN10 8JS

01273 589 406 www.lampons.com

Kudos Agents L 50 Goldstone Villas, Hove, BN3 3RS01273 358855 www.kudosagents.com

Leaders L 290 Ditchling Road, Brighton BN1 6JF01273 561534 www.leaders.co.uk

Leaders L 28 New Road, Brighton BN1 1UG01273 675571 www.leaders.co.uk

Leaders L 98 Church Road, Hove BN3 2EB01273 321721 www.leaders.co.uk

Leaders L 119-120 Western Road, Brighton BN1 2AD01273 720714 www.leaders.co.uk

Mansell McTaggart S138 Old London Road, Brighton BN1 8YA

01273 508955 www.mansellmctaggart.co.uk

David Maslen S 62-64 Warren Road, Brighton BN2 6BA 01273 278866 www.maslen.co.uk

Massey S 115 Western Road, Hove BN3 1DD01273 737673 www.masseyproperty.com

Michael Jones S&L 8 Chapel Road, Worthing, BN11 1BJ01903 213281 www.michaeljones.co.uk

Mishon Mackay – City, Land and New Homes 170 Church Road, Hove BN3 2DJ

01273 829300 www.mishonmackay.com

Mishon Mackay S 170 Church Road, Hove BN3 2DJ01273 821800 www.mishonmackay.com

Mishon Mackay S 8 Bristol Road, Brighton BN2 1AP01273 670067 www.mishonmackay.com

Mishon Mackay L 153 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3LG01273 606076 www.mishonmackay.com

Mishon Mackay S 106 High Street, Hurstpierpoint. BN6 9PX01273 834 602 www.mishonmackay.com

Mishon Mackay S 36 Station Road, Portslade, BN41 1AG 01273 418888 www.mishonmackay.com

Nash Watson S&L 69a Church Road, Hove BN3 2BB01273 733500 www.nashwatson.com

Oakley Residential S&L3 North Road, North Laine, Brighton BN1 1YA

01273 688881 www.oakleyresidential.com

Palms Properties S&L25 Waterfront, Brighton Marina BN2 5WA

01273 626000 www.palmsagency.co.uk

Parsons Son & Basley S&L32 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3YE

01273 274000 www.psandb.co.uk

EllmansEllmans are a long-standing, independentcompany that have been based in Hove formany years. Clive Perry, the ManagingDirector, has years of experience and takes anactive role in all aspects of the business.Ellmans specialise in block management andlettings, and being independent allows themto provide an individual bespoke service to allof their customers. The firm is widelyrecognised as a quality company that takespride in developing personal and long termrelationships with their clients, as they believethat communication and personal interest iskey to a good working relationship.

Only recently, Ellmans accepted an award onbehalf of a client for the restoration of one ofthe properties they let and manage. Why notcall by the office and have a chat with one oftheir property managers, like Hannah,

to see what Ellmans can offer you?Ellmans, 43 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2BE,01273 737241 / www.ellmans.co.ukellmansmanagementandlettings.blogspot.co.uk

Agent Spotlight HannahCowie

AGENTS INDEX

Austin Rees Lettings“The Lettings Department of AustinRees is going from strength tostrength,” says Katie Piper. “WithBecky joining us, her knowledge and enthusiasmhave echoed throughout the department. Thedemands of the letting market within Brighton andHove are still going strong and we strive to giverealistic valuations and personalized services to allour landlords and tenants. We understand the stressand complications which can develop for bothtenants and landlords, so with our experience, weare more than happy to offer impartial advice andguidance.

“If you would like to know more about letting your property or want to knowmore about our offers, please contactour Lettings Department on 01273760007.”

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Phillips & Still S112 Western Road, Brighton BN1 2AB

01273 771111 www.phillipsandstill.co.uk

Property Moves S&L109 Church Road, Hove BN3 2AF

01273 321333 www.propertymoves.co.uk

Property Plus L 10 The Drive, Hove BN3 3JA 01273 777010 www.propertypluslettings.com

Property Shop S&L50 St James’s Street, Brighton BN2 1QG

01273 915400 www.tpsb.co.uk

Q Sales & Lettings S&L195 Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 3LA

01273 622664 www.qsalesandlettings.co.uk

Re/Max Bright S&L52 Lansdowne Place, Hove, BN3 1FG

01273 907788 www.remax.co.uk/bright

Robert Luff S&L 87 Rowlands Road, Worthing BN11 3JX 01903 331247 www.robertluff.co.uk

Sawyer & Co S&L 52 Church Road, Hove BN3 01273 778844 www.sawyerandco.co.uk

Sawyer & Co S&L 113 St Georges Road, Kemp Town, BN2 1EA 01273 685111 www.sawyerandco.co.uk

Sawyer & Co S 10 Station Road, Portslade BN41 1GA01273 383830 www.sawyerandco.co.uk

Spencer & Leigh S&L108 Old London Road,Brighton BN1 8YA

01273 565566 www.spencerandleigh.co.uk

Sure Property Solutions S&L31 Upper St James’ Street, Brighton, BN2 1JN

01273 243561 www.surepropertysolutions.co.uk

Tanat-Jones S&L 49 Norfolk Square, (Western Road),Brighton BN1 2PA

01273 207207 www.tanat-jones.com

Uden S&L 88 Dyke Road, Brighton BN1 3JD01273 721721 www.udenestateagents.com

Waterside Properties S&L34 Waterfront, Brighton Marina, BN2 5WA

01273 622007 www.watersideproperties.co.uk

Wheelers S 119 Islingword Road, Brighton BN2 9SG01273 606027 www.wheelersestateagents.co.uk

Whitlock & Heaps S&L65 Sackville Road, Hove BN3 3WE

01273 778577 www.whitlockandheaps.co.uk

Winkworth S&L 32 Church Road, Hove BN3 2FN01273 772175 www.winkworth.co.uk

Young Lee L 123 Dyke Road, Hove BN3 1TJ 01273 232232 www.young-lee.co.uk

Youngs S&L 39 Upper St James Street,Brighton BN2 1JN

01273 626258 www.youngsbrighton.co.uk

Your Move S&L 38 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XB01273 778588 www.your-move.co.uk

PROPERTY NEWS

Property specialist Leaders raised morethan £30,000 for Macmillan CancerSupport during 2014. The firm wasdelighted to exceed its target of £25,000,

raising a total of £31,200 to help ensure that noone faces cancer alone in the UK.

Over the year, staff from Leaders’ 85 branchesacross the UK have run, cycled, baked, dressedup, been ice-bucketed, gone sober and more, toraise money for their charity partner Macmillan.The firm also auctioned off a special selection ofchildren’s artwork as part of its annual drawingcompetition and organised more than 60 coffeemornings across the country as part ofMacmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning.

Leaders’ Managing Director, Paul Weller, said:“We are delighted to have raised this sum ofmoney for such an excellent charity. The workMacmillan does in supporting people living withcancer and their families is remarkable. Thankyou to all our staff, our clients, businessassociates and the general public who havesupported our fundraising so generously.”

Macmillan’s Fundraising Manager, Tom Carter,said: “It is an astonishing achievement. Webelieve no one should face cancer alone and thismoney will enable us to provide invaluablesupport to those living with cancer, and theirfamilies, such as funding a Macmillan ClinicalNurse Specialist or Palliative Care Nurse for morethan six months.”

You can view a video capturing some of themany fundraising events that Leaders staff wereinvolved in throughout 2014 atwww.leaders.co.uk/articles/property-specialists-christmas-gift-for-macmillan. For more information or support, please visitwww.macmillan.org.uk or call 0808 808 0000

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THE LANDLADYThe future’s black and beardy …

Awalk up Whitehawk HillRoad behind the RoyalSussex County Hospitalquickly reveals unbeatable

views across the city. The PalacePier can suddenly be seen abovethe roofs of the seafront buildingsbelow, and then Marine Gate, theMarina and so on. Best of all arethe views towards the east fromWhitehawk Hill itself, said to bethe best place in the city to watchlow winter sunsets.

Although the area is by nomeans quiet, it is hardly on thebeaten track. Many residents of Brighton & Hove have never heard of theCraven Vale allotments at the top of the hill and fewer have explored them,which is a real shame as they are quite magical – but sadly under threat as asite for housing.

The Craven Vale allotments consist of around 140 individual plots. Theirstatus as statutory allotments (which means that development can only takeplace with the Secretary of State’s permission), and their location beside bothcommon land and the Whitehawk Hill Camp scheduled ancient monument,do make development tricky. Nevertheless, a council-commissioned urbanfringe study has identified the site as suitable for housing.

I am fully won over by the arguments of campaigners, including siterepresentative and sheep lookerer Jane Hawkins, who strongly makes thecase for the benefit of allotments generally and the unsuitability of this site forhousing. I would add that we should be very wary indeed of allowing anygreen spaces locally to be built on. If we have to build then let’s go tallelsewhere.

I enjoyed my visit immensely and was fascinated to see Whitehawk Hilltransmitting station, which opened in 1959 on the site of a World War II radarstation, so close. I thoroughly support the campaign to keep this space as it is.www.buildingopinions.com [email protected]

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Much as I hate to end one year andstart another on a black note,there were many things about2014 that really annoyed me.

Since when did we turn our backs and allowthe UK – well, the South East at least – tobecome so homogenised? December lastyear brought the sad new that MadameJojo’s in London had had their licenserevoked, thus thrusting the final nail in thecoffin of lovely Soho, which used to be a

place where anything could – and generally did – happen. I should know; Ispent most of my teenage years and early twenties there proving thepudding. I even used to have a nightclub there in the nineties ... sold off toaccommodate Cross Rail, a train line which will no doubt hurtle morebland people with greater efficiencyfrom the suburbs to their high-earning jobs in the city.

I’m afraid that New York, alwaysahead of the UK in the style stakes,has suffered a similar fate. Mynative New Yorker friends regularlybemoan the fact that their onceedgy city has now changed beyondrecognition, giving way to beige, paunchy homogenisation. When I wasvisiting last, my friends painstakingly took me to all the remaining ‘oldschool’ venues they could still find among the chain stores and pretentiousbling. I was increasingly irritated by the rash of New Yorkers crowding thepavements, restaurants and – somewhat bizarrely – department stores,with nasty little ‘toy dogs’ they treat like hairy children.

Back in the UK, we adopted ‘Black Friday’ for the first time last year.Whatever next? Thanksgiving turkey, anyone?! Independence Dayperhaps? But the trend that really got my goat(ee) last year was the ‘beardand tattoo’ look prevalent all over Brighton. A word to the wise guys – notone of myfemale friends,either old oryoung, fanciesguys withbeards.Similarly,women thesedays often seemto favour the‘boiled egg withpainted oneyebrows’ look,which, although keeping beauty salons in business, is yet another pall-bearer to the coffin of originality. If we carry on, the entire future will beblack. Let alone Friday. Happy New Year, everyone!

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IT’S ELF TIMEAustin Rees sponsors ‘Elf on the Twelfth’ in aid of Rockinghorse to bring festive cheer and fun tothe hospital over Christmas

Austin Rees were, again, proud to be supporting Elf on theTwelfth – a fundraising day organised by local children’s charityRockinghorse. As last year, this day was embraced by all of our

staff, friends and contractors. All our willing staff dressed as elves on this fun day and we were privileged enough tobe invited up to the hospital again.

A group of our elves visited the RoyalAlexander Hospital and Trevor Mann Baby Uniton Friday afternoon. We spent time with thechildren at their Christmas party, joining in thefun and games. After the party, a group of ourelves visited the poorly children in the hospitalwards who had been unable to make theChristmas party.

Unfortunately there were some children we could not visit, but forthose we were able to spend time with, we gave presents and sat andspoke with them and their parents. We were all excited at being given theopportunity to help these children and we would like to thank Ryan Healand Analiese Doctrove for helping to make this happen.

We would like to say how humbled we were by the strength of the

children and were pleased that we wereable to bring a smile to their faces when wearrived. The nurses, always so very patient,took time to introduce us to the children –

to this point, we would like tosay how wonderful the nursesare. They are truly angels in uniform.

A lot of the presents hadbeen purchased particularly for this day but we would like to mention a very dearclient, Gwen Stapleton MBE,

who spent hours creating knitted teddybears which she kindly donated to us, inaddition to a Nativity Set. Gwen is a 94 year old lady, very much involvedin her own charity work. You can experience some of our day on LatestLive, which captures a small window of the day we spent.Austin Rees is appealing to all local businesses to donate money via their giving page: www.virginmoneygiving.com/team/AustinElves2014

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With Christmas fast approaching andwinter setting in, it seems appropriate to focus on a building element thatstands above the rest – often out of sight

and out of mind – but this time of year a staple inEuropean folklore for the legendary big bellied fellawith a long beard and red clothes; jolly old SaintNick (also known as Santa Claus).

A chimney (or middle English ‘chimenee’) is ofcourse a structure, often constructed from bricksand mortar, containing a vertical flue leading fromthe throat of the fireplace to project from the roof,carried above the ridgeline of the building within a stack, designed to carry smoke to the outsideatmosphere.

Cowls are traditionally fitted to chimney potslocated on top of the chimney stack to increase thedraught and prevent wind and rainwater enteringinto the building. Pots are held in position by asloped mortar fillet known as flaunching; this alsodirects surface rainwater away. Flashings, oftenflexible lead material, are typically installed wherethe chimney passes through the roof coverings andare intended to eliminate rainwater from the roofvoid. The stack is named after the vertically stackedbricks (or sometimes stone) bound together bymortar.

Chimneys have been an important part ofbuildings for centuries. However, before the 12thcentury, the main fire set was said to be positionedwithin the centre of the property. Notoriouslyinefficient and dangerous, smoke would escapethrough a purpose made gap in the roof covering,although most enclosed dwellings stayed full ofsmoke. Cheaper ineffective chimneys were latercreated from timber, waddle and daub, however these remained susceptibleto spread of fire.

The evolution of chimneys has evolved significantly in modern years.Nowadays, buildings are designed without the necessity for chimneys due tosustainable heating systems. Refurbished buildings are seeing chimney stacksbeing demolished or capped off with the chimney breasts removed for extrafloor space (always seek local authority approval). Alternatively, somerefurbishment properties are utilising the existing flues, which areretrospectively lined and a contemporary wood burning stove installed.

Chimneys are stacked up in many different shapes and sizes and all servethe same function if maintained correctly.

POTENTIAL MAINTENANCE PROBLEMS COULD INCLUDE:1. Structural instability2. Sulphate attack3. Friable mortar4. Spalling brickwork5. Rainwater penetration

The above list is not exhaustive,so don’t ignore any other problems;consult a local Chartered Surveyorto inspect any defects and reportupon the best method of repair.And, remember, if you have anopen fire do ensure it is regularlycleaned, particularly in time forChristmas Eve.www.grantjamescrossley.com

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Tongdean LaneWITHDEAN £550,000

In this sought after location a 1930’s built 3 double bedroomsemi-detached home requiring some cosmetic updating andoccupying corner plot style gardens and boasting excellent

extension potential subject to consents. Vacant possession and no onward chain. EPC D.

Fairview RiseWESTDENE £325,000Presenting an excellent opportunity to purchase a family home inthe sought after residential area of Westdene, this well presented3 bedroom S/D property should be viewed internally as it offers

deceptive accommodation including a separate lounge and diningroom and there is a garage at the rear. No onward chain. EPC E.

Saxon WayPATCHAM OIEO £495,000In a cul de sac location a newly built 4 bedroom detached houseoffering an exciting contemporary design with a stylish modern

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Morecambe RoadPATCHAM £275,000

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Tangmere RoadPATCHAM £319,950Situated at the end of a cul de sac a newly decorated 3 bedroomS/D house offered for sale with vacant possession and no onward

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Highfield CrescentBRIGHTON £335,000

Enjoying lovely views at the rear towards Downland in thedistance a detached two bedroom bungalow with a good size reargarden. The property offers excellent further potential and has arefitted kitchen and bathroom with a white suite, a conservatorywith the views, double glazing and gas central heating. EPC D.

Seville StreetBRIGHTON £365,000

Pleasantly positioned backing onto William Clarke Park anattractive and spacious 2 bed period house very tastefully

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Ashford RoadFIVEWAYS AREA £750,000This attractive extended 5 bed detached home has been tastefullymodernised and improved and boasts spacious accommodation

ideal for a growing family and outside enjoys a well arranged & planted landscaped rear garden. Spacious 22’10 x 9’10

kitchen/breakfast room, 24’ character through lounge/familyroom, five good sized bedrooms & an en suite to the master

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Ladies Mile RoadPATCHAM £660,000

A spacious 5 bed detached house offering great familyaccommodation & on a good size plot with a lovely rear garden,approximately 60’ x 45’ & good garaging/parking facilities with

both an integral garage and two further garages & parking at therear. Refitted kitchen,35’9 lounge/dining room, ground flooroffice/study and views to downland from the rear. EPC D.

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“Making forecasts for the future is never easy,as George Osborne will attest, but based on2014 figures and theinterest levels we achieve

on a daily basis, we are fairlyoptimistic that the new homesmarket will continue to flourishin the coming year,” says JoRichards, Head of Sales and Marketing at Hillreed Homes.

2014 has been a good yearfor developers and buyersalike. The Government’s Helpto Buy scheme is assisting many to get on theproperty ladder with reduced deposits and otherfinancial benefits. New Stamp Duty cuts mean areduction in costs for an estimated 98% of buyers.

Jo continued; “The market in the South Eastfor new homes is continuing to be buoyant andfollowing a very active year we do not anticipate a downturn in 2015.

“The latest news, launched in the AutumnStatement, radically reducing the cost of StampDuty for those buying, can only be good news.The only slight downside may well be thatdemand will be higher than supply as developersstrive to build homes for the many who enjoy thebenefits of owning a 21st century built property.”

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We are acting in the sale of the above property andhave received an offer of£343,500. Any interestedparties must submit anyhigher offers in writing tothe selling agent before exchange of contractstakes place. The EnergyPerformance CertificateRating is D.

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Coming in January – A well proportioned three bedroom family house withwest facing rear garden in the highly sought afterPoets Corner area onHove. Bathroom and further shower room and is being sold with no onward chain. Call todayto register your interest.

Raphael Road, Hove£1,300 PCM

A brand newly built 2 bedroom end of terracehouse with west facing balcony and small rear yardlocated just off PortlandRoad in Hove providingeasy access to a choice oftrain stations and the citycentre. Available to rentunfurnished from early January 2015.

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A recently updated three bedroom first floor converted flat situated in a detached house locatedjust off Portland Road inHove providing easy access to Hove seafrontand city centre. The property is unfurnished and available to rent immediately.

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WESTERN ROAD, HOVEA good sized second floor non self-contained studio flat in a central Hove location, just up from the seafront. This property is offered unfurnished and comprises of a large studioroom, separate kitchen and the bathroom & w/c off the common ways. Also benefits from storage space throughout,neutral décor and gas central heating. EPC rating: C.£550pcm

STANFORD AVENUE, BRIGHTONA selection of newly refurbished bright & spacious 1 bedroomflats available in the popular residential area of Brighton, closeto Preston Park. The flats are all offered unfurnished and havebeen completed to the same specification comprising of largeopen plan lounge kitchens with white goods, good sized bedrooms and modern bathrooms. £800pcm

LANSDOWNE PLACE, HOVEA refurbished 1 bedroom lower ground floor garden flat in thesought after location of central Hove. Seconds walking distancefrom Hove seafront and minutes from Palmeira Square. Offeredunfurnished, lounge, kitchen with modern fittings, bathroomwith bath & shower attachment and a private rear patio. Newmodern kitchen & bathroom fittings, newly painted throughoutand new fitted carpets and vinyl. EPC Rating: E£1,200pcm

CAVENDISH STREET, BRIGHTONA 2 double bedroom maisonette in the popular area of KempTown. Offered furnished and comprises of an open plan kitchen& breakfast room with steps up to a lounge, 2 good sized doublebedrooms, 2 bathrooms one with shower cubical only and a verylarge private roof terrace. Also benefits from modern bathroom& kitchen, luxury wooden flooring, own private entrance, burglar alarm & gas central heating. EPC rating D.£1,495pcm

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