Hampshire view Property Market Focus - Autumn 2012 2 view WELCOME

Welcome to the Hampshire View, our seasonal update on the property markets that matter to you. Along with a snapshot of activity in the county, we discuss what’s happening in the wider country house market and how it is affected by the booming central market.

We also outline how important it is to the capital to get more property for Andrew Rome expose your property to as wide an their money in the country. SW Regional Chairman T +44 (0)1962 850333 audience as possible, and give you a [email protected] glimpse of some of our properties in Prices in the country house market are the area, both for sale and sold. now just slightly higher than in 2009, while prices in prime central London Country properties are growing in have risen by 48%. For example, a favour with Londoners enjoying record property valued at £1.8 million in prime prices in the capital and overseas central London in early 2009 would buyers benefitting from currency now be worth around £2.66 million, so movements. the owners would have an extra £864,000 to spend on a bigger country Average country house prices fell in home or more land. the second quarter of 2012, taking the annual decline to 4.8%, according to Furthermore, currency movements are Mark Potter the latest Knight Frank Country House helping to make country property even Office Head Index. more attractive to overseas buyers. T +44 (0)1256 350600 Singaporeans can now benefit from a [email protected] The significant gap in price 40% discount compared to prices back performance between the country in March 2008, thanks to the market and the booming prime central combination of house prices and these London market does however present currency movements. Those buying in an opportunity for the country market, US dollars can benefit from a 34% with some London homeowners discount, and Europeans can save cashing in on the record high values in more than 20%.

Where do our buyers come from? Sales by price brand

International 6% under £500k 12% London 31% £500k to £750k 23% South East 38% £750k to £1m 23% Rest of the UK 25% £1m to £1.5m 10% £1.5m to £3m 22% Over £3m 10%

* Figures reflect activity up to and including Q2 2012. Hampshire view 3 Taking your property global

Knight Frank’s 244 offices spanning 43 countries mean that our properties receive interest from buyers around the world.

With most buyers starting their With 600,000 visitors a month to our search online and would rather build property search online, your home for website, people from around the world a relationship with a knowledgeable sale has never had a wider audience. click through to Knight Frank property property expert. Most estate agents will have a direct details every five seconds, meaning feed to the ever-increasing number of that your property is exposed to the To view the website visit property portals, as well as displaying widest audience possible. Any of the search.knightfrank.com your home on their own website. 2.27 billion internet users across the world could be the right buyer for your However, to truly reach a global buyer home; so it makes sense that we make market and fulfil your property’s it as easy as possible for them to find it. potential, you need a global platform, which is why Knight Frank’s But it is not just digital media that is international network and pioneering important, only a comprehensive use of technology deliver a genuine presence in the international market competitive edge. Our global property can truly give your home the exposure search is now available in over 15 it deserves. Our offices around the different languages, including German, world are constantly in touch and Spanish, French, Russian and Chinese, introducing buyers from one country to and our iPad and iPhone app means another. Whilst the internet provides a that you can search for properties “near valuable platform, we understand that me” wherever you are in the world. busy people can struggle to find time to

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With the crisis remaining in Europe, the terrible weather conditions since March and interruptions, such as the Jubilee and Olympic Games, the market for manor houses has been somewhat subdued this year. However, ‘best in class’ still attract considerable interest and we have achieved some strong sales. The Hampshire market continues Edward Cunningham to attract families due to excellent communications and well regarded Partner T +44 (0)20 7629 8171 schooling. [email protected]

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Holybourne Nr A lovely Grade II Listed Regency village A beautifully presented period country Magnificent Grade II* Listed mansion house house sitting in beautiful countryside

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Guide Price £1,950,000 Guide Price £3,500,000 Guide Price £16,000,000

Privett Kimpton Opportunity to build a stunning house Fabulous Queen Anne style house in Immaculate modern house on its own in mature gardens about 10.16 acres stretch of river

Guide Price £3,500,000 Guide Price £4,650,000 Guide Price £3,500,000

SOLD PROPERTIES

Braishfield East MEON East Wellow Newly built country house in about 5 Georgian farmhouse in idyllic setting Colonial style house in 18 acres of acres landscaped grounds

SOLD Guide Price £3,250,000 SOLD Guide Price £3,750,000 SOLD Guide Price £2,850,000 “Now that at long last the saga of the sale of my house is over and the good guys have been paid will you please say thank you on my behalf to all the team who worked so hard and latterly under the most trying circumstances to complete the sale. I do appreciate the effort everyone put in.” Mr M Souhami

Wickham Damerham Wellow Historic Grade II Listed 7 bedroom Grade II Listed edge of village manor Grade II Listed 6 bedroom house with house in landscaped gardens house indoor pool

Guide Price £1,950,000 Guide Price £2,250,000 Guide Price £2,250,000

Chilland Froxfield Exceptionally fine 6 bedroom house 5 bedroom house in picturesque Exceptional Grade II Listed house in a close to the city riverside setting beautiful position

Guide Price £3,250,000 Guide Price £2,650,000 Guide Price £3,500,000

BURITON alresford Beautifully situated house with Modern house in stunning Beautifully presented period house outstanding views of the South Downs surroundings

SOLD Guide Price £7,500,000 SOLD Guide Price £2,300,000 SOLD Guide Price £10,000,000 6 Hampshire view Cottages

Our properties below £1m have seen the most activity during the spring and summer months. Around 60% of our buyers originate from outside Hampshire.

Shaun Hobbs Partner T +44 (0)1256 350600 [email protected]

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Dummer Wolverton Lasham Handsome cottage situated in the A charming and well-presented period Pretty period cottage in an attractive centre of the village cottage village setting

Guide Price £550,000 Guide Price £650,000 Guide Price £465,000

Goodworth Clatford East Meon Grade II Listed 4 bedroom house Charming 3 bedroom mews house Attractive 4 bedroom house in the heart of the village

Guide Price £485,000 Guide Price £615,000 Guide Price £630,000

SOLD PROPERTIES

Sherfield-on-Loddon Upton Grey Charming thatched cottage Grade II Listed 17th century cottage Character period house in the centre of overlooking the village green with beautiful gardens the village

SOLD Guide Price £500,000 SOLD Guide Price £900,000 SOLD Guide Price £690,000 “We were very pleased with the professional and courteous service provided by Knight Frank and in particular the personal attention paid by Shaun Hobbs. We are thoroughly satisfied customers.” Mr & Mrs Bowen

Sydmonton Dummer Goddards Green Thatched period cottage in idyllic rural Picture postcard cottage in a lovely Beautiful Grade II Listed 17th century setting village cottage with fine views

Guide Price £675,000 Guide Price £580,000 Guide Price £565,000

Nether Wallop WEST DEAN West Stratton Beautifully refurbished house in Beautifully restored period cottage Charming and well-presented popular village 4 bedroom house

Guide Price £895,000 Guide Price £995,000 Guide Price £535,000

Upper Farringdon West Tisted Period house with mature gardens 3/4 bedroom cottage with panoramic Renovated 4 bedroom barn conversion views

SOLD Guide Price £830,000 SOLD Guide Price £650,000 SOLD Guide Price £775,000 8 Hampshire view Village Houses

We have some beautiful village houses for sale in all price ranges. The properties in the villages around and are particularly attractive to buyers who need a good commute to London.

Mark Potter Office Head T +44 (0)1256 350600 [email protected]

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Odiham Winchfield Spectacular country home with 2 acres A delightful family home with canal- A handsome Grade ll Listed former side setting rectory

Guide Price £1,700,000 Guide Price £1,500,000 Guide Price £1,500,000

TWYFORD East Harting Warsash Georgian style house with far-reaching Country house with outstanding South 5 bedroom house close to the shore views Downs views

Guide Price £785,000 Guide Price £950,000 Guide Price £1,385,000

SOLD PROPERTIES

Monk Sherborne Hook An attractive period house in a Charming Grade II Listed house in this A handsome period country house sought-after village historic village

SOLD Guide Price £825,000 SOLD Guide Price £745,000 SOLD Guide Price £1,400,000 “The overall advice given was accurate and honest. We felt at all times that your staff were looking after our best interests. The organisation of the viewings was excellent and we were kept informed of responses and developments quickly. Staff were polite and professional at all times.” Mr A Lee

Monk Sherborne Upton Grey Ellisfield First class family house with 4.6 acres Beautiful village house in a quiet A well-presented first class village setting house

Guide Price £1,475,000 Guide Price £1,000,000 Guide Price £999,950

Milland Pretty country house in a highly sought Classical Georgian Grade II Listed Beautiful gatehouse in idyllic rural after rural location house location

Guide Price £1,350,000 Guide Price £2,200,000 Guide Price £895,000

APPLESHAW FROXFIELD Substantial house in an elevated Family house with pretty gardens in Large Victorian house on the edge of position about 19.6 acres the village

SOLD Guide Price £1,750,000 SOLD Guide Price £1,400,000 SOLD Guide Price £2,850,000 10 Hampshire view Village houses

Demand for properties in the prime villages in Hampshire has remained strong, despite the uncertain economic situation. Village houses are often ideal for buyers moving out of town as they provide country living and a feeling of community.

Tom Woods Associate T +44 (0)1962 850333 [email protected]

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Hannington Overton Monk Sherborne Beautiful attached house in a peaceful First-class family house located on the A beautifully presented cottage in village setting edge of the village peaceful setting

Guide Price £575,000 Guide Price £795,000 Guide Price £995,000

Chilbolton Medstead Houghton 5 bedroom house in the centre of the 2,800 sq ft house with views over the Grade II Listed house in the village South Downs

Guide Price £645,000 Guide Price £849,000 Guide Price £825,000

SOLD PROPERTIES

Long Sutton Monk Sherborne Hannington A wonderful family home situated in an Quietly situated period house Period cottage in a quiet village setting attractive village

SOLD Guide Price £1,300,000 SOLD Guide Price £720,000 SOLD Guide Price £650,000 “Thank you so much for helping us sell our family home of 13 years. As you will recall this is the third time you have helped us move in the last 18 years, as our family has grown, our property needs have evolved and each time we could not have succeeded without your energy and expertise. Thank you so much for your energy, enthusiasm, client care and creative thinking to provide an excellent and extremely valuable service to those on the move.” Mr & Mrs Murray Cox

Sherfield-on-Loddon Long Sutton Monk Sherborne Attractive family house located in a A characterful period house in a prime Well-appointed village house in a quiet sought-after village location setting

Guide Price £565,000 Guide Price £1,100,000 Guide Price £600,000

Compton Grade II Listed house in glorious 5 bedroom house with separate Pretty Grade II Listed house in quiet gardens cottage in 1.34 acres village position

Guide Price £1,500,000 Guide Price £1,375,000 Guide Price £1,400,000

Longparish Nether wallop Spacious family home with wonderful Newly built 4 bedroom house Period manor house with separate views annexe and party barn

SOLD Guide Price £725,000 SOLD Guide Price £775,000 SOLD Guide Price £2,500,000 12 Hampshire view Farm Houses

Against the backdrop of continued media gloom surrounding the economy, the Hampshire farmhouse market is seemingly bucking the trend. Demand is outstripping supply and we are seeing good activity. Premiums are being achieved where properties are correctly priced.

George Clarendon Partner T +44 (0)1962 850333 [email protected]

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Wolverton Common Nr Nr Period country house set in attractive Grade II Listed period cottage with A wonderful family home in a glorious mature grounds stunning 3,700 sq ft barn rural setting

Guide Price £1,375,000 Guide Price £1,450,000 Guide Price £1,850,000

East Winterslow GREATHAM Stockbridge Completely private and secluded Stunning Grade II Listed mill house Spacious Victorian house with house with potential to adapt separate 3 bedroom cottage

Guide Price £1,100,000 Guide Price £1,850,000 Guide Price £1,950,000

SOLD PROPERTIES

Overton Bramley Swallowfield Beautiful farmhouse with great views Period country house in convenient Tudor village house with wonderful setting family accommodation

SOLD Guide Price £1,600,000 SOLD Guide Price £825,000 SOLD Guide Price £1,395,000 “I can’t thank you enough for the way that you helped me with the sale of my property. Right from the start you understood my reasons for moving and your advice was greatly appreciated. You also took off all the pressure of the sale and kept me very much informed on what was happening. I will certainly contact you if I ever move again.” Miss Jacob

Crondall Farley Hill Grade II Listed family house set in Grade II Listed house in grounds of Attractive country house with stunning delightful grounds about 4.5 acres far-reaching views

Guide Price £1,625,000 Guide Price £1,650,000 Guide Price £1,750,000

East Meon Froxfield 18th century farmhouse with 6 Beautifully renovated farmhouse in Grade II Listed house in 11 acres, with bedrooms and 2 cottages about 6 acres pool and outbuildings

Guide Price £2,250,000 Guide Price £2,650,000 Guide Price £2,850,000

farringdon liss Wyck Grade II Listed house with 3 bedroom 18th century farmhouse with Well-proportioned Georgian farmhouse cottage equestrian facilities with open views

SOLD Guide Price £1,850,000 SOLD Guide Price £3,400,000 SOLD Guide Price £1,795,000 14 Hampshire view New Forest and Isle of Wight

The market in the New Forest and Isle of Wight has been challenging over the spring and summer, especially at the higher price ranges where there have been viewings, but few sales. However, as ever, correctly priced houses, especially on or close to the water, remain in demand. Sacha Jackson Partner T +44 (0)1962 850333 [email protected]

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

Minstead Lymington Fordingbridge Immaculately presented cottage in a Attractive house in peaceful village An outstanding family home set within tucked away position location close to Lymington 20 acres of private gardens

Guide Price £995,000 Guide Price £995,000 Guide Price £3,500,000

NORLEY WOOD Beaulieu Bramshaw Beautifully designed 4 bedroom former Spacious house in beautiful gardens 102 acre farm with farmhouse and dairy conversion in 5 acres with a freehold 27.5m jetty outbuildings

Guide Price £1,650,000 Guide Price £2,400,000 Guide Price £2,500,000

SOLD PROPERTIES

Fordingbridge East Cowes, Isle of Wight NR lyndhurst House with separate cottage, barns, Country estate with outbuildings and Recently refurbished house in 3.5 acres stables and 16 acres beach, in 183 acres

SOLD Guide Price £1,400,000 SOLD Guide Price £5,950,000 SOLD Guide Price £1,150,000 “We were delighted with the sale through Knight Frank and cannot fault the service we’ve received. Extremely professional, diplomatic and considerate; always available to advise us on queries promptly. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Knight Frank above other competitors.” Mr & Mrs Fradgley

Bramshaw Exbury Beaulieu Grade ll Listed Arts and Crafts manor Estate on the Beaulieu River with river Architecturally important house with house in 70 acres frontage and jetty frontage on the Beaulieu River

Guide Price £6,500,000 Guide Price £12,000,000 Guide Price £12,000,000

Cowes, Isle of Wight WHITwell Bonchurch, Isle of Wight Waterfront town house with mooring Country house in an elevated rural Historic house with access to the on the River Medina position with 10 acres coastal beach path

Guide Price £2,500,000 Guide Price £1,200,000 Guide Price £1,350,000

Keyhaven Beaulieu Shirley holms Newly built 4 bedroom coastal retreat House with planning permission to House with far-reaching views and extend or improve great potential

SOLD Guide Price £1,250,000 SOLD Guide Price £1,975,000 SOLD Guide Price £1,495,000 1 UK NETWORK

1 Aberdeen 20 Hereford 13 2 Ascot * 21 Horsham 3 Basingstoke 22 Hungerford 4 Bath 23 Lauder 23 5 Beaconsfield 24 Leeds 27 6 Berkhamsted 25 London † 7 Birmingham 26 Manchester 8 Bristol 27 Newcastle 9 Cardiff 28 Oxford 10 Cheltenham 29 Sevenoaks 11 Cirencester 30 Sheffield 12 Cobham * 31 Sherborne 17 13 Edinburgh 32 Stratford-upon-Avon 24 14 Esher * 33 Sutton Coldfield 15 Exeter 34 Tunbridge Wells 16 Guildford 35 Virginia Water 26 17 Harrogate 36 Winchester 30 18 Haslemere 37 Worcester 19 Henley-on-Thames

* Lettings Service † 19 offices across Central London 33 7 32 37 20 6 Basingstoke 28 5 10 19 27 London Street, 2 25 9 8 11 22 14 Basingstoke, RG21 7PG 4 35 12 29 +44 (0)1256 350600 3 16 34 36 21 18 Winchester 31 14 Jewry Street, 15 Winchester SO23 8RZ +44 (0)1962 850333 KnightFrank.co.uk

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