‘Knight Frank Local View Kent and Sussex, 2014’

local ViewKENT & SUSSEX • 2014

21% 74%South East

5%Rest of the UK

80%Under £1.5m

19%£1.5m - £3m

1%Over £3m

London and International

75%Under £1.5m

19%£1.5m - £3m

6%Over £3m

For a free market appraisal please contact:

Knight Frank Tunbridge Wells Churchill House, 85 Mount Pleasant Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1PX +44 1892 515035

Knight Frank Sevenoaks 113-117 High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1UP +44 1732 744477

No other region in the UK can offer such an attractive combination of quick and convenient access to London and the City, the regions and Europe with beautiful rural surroundings, an excellent choice of schools, private, grammar and state and a huge variety of leisure and recreational facilities.

Championship golf courses in Sandwich and Rye to opera at Glyndebourne, motor racing at Brands Hatch to shopping at Bluewater or Castles for sightseeing to Camber Sands for swimming, the area has something for everyone.

‘The Garden of England’ has an extensive rail network serving the Capital, offering direct services to a choice of six central London stations. In addition, the Eurostar service runs from Ebbsfleet and Ashford to Paris and Brussels and Le Shuttle trains from Folkestone to Calais. The M25 motorway offers direct access to the national motorway network and Gatwick airport enables travel on a global scale.

WELCOME TO LOCAL VIEWWelcome to the latest edition of Local View, our seasonal update on the property markets that matter to you. Along with a brief review of activity in Kent and Sussex, we have also included a preview of just some of the beautiful properties we currently have available. Please contact your local team for more information and to find out what other opportunities we can offer.

“After a slow start to the year, we noticed a real surge in transactions last Autumn with October being our best month on record for exchanges. This is largely due to sensible pricing and continued high demand from motivated buyers and we are confident that 2014 will continue in the same positive vein.”

Edward RookRegional Chairman

Daniel AldredT +44 1892 [email protected] at Knight Frank: 2

Andrew HarwoodT +44 1892 [email protected] at Knight Frank: 16

Simon BiddulphT +44 1892 [email protected] at Knight Frank: 6

Rupert ConnellT +44 1732 [email protected] at Knight Frank: 9

Ross DaviesT +44 1732 [email protected] at Knight Frank: 2

George BerryT +44 1732 [email protected] at Knight Frank: 6

MEET THE TEAM

Many buyers move to this area from London, drawn by the variety and high standard of the schools and access to the City that many require. In addition, there are an increasing number of buyers returning to the UK from abroad, either due to job relocation or the desire to educate their children here. With our global network of offices, we are perfectly placed to direct these buyers from London, the regions and abroad to the area with great success.

Demand for property in the area remains steady and, although prices aren’t rising to any great degree, properties that are priced in line with market conditions are selling well. We anticipate that 2014 will remain positive with a consistent demand and stable prices. The property ‘bubble’ that is being reported in the press is unlikely to happen as there is a caution among buyers in general, especially considering the implications of a future increase in the Bank of England base rate which will drive the cost of mortgage repayments up. However, the factors which make this area so attractive to buyers remain constant and we anticipate that the current momentum we are experiencing will continue into 2014 so long as vendors are realistic in their expectations.

SALES BY PRICE BAND

WHAT ARE OUR BUYERS LOOKING TO SPEND?

WHERE DO OUR BUYERS COME FROM?

Edward RookT +44 1732 [email protected] at Knight Frank: 18

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WADHURST GUIDE PRICEEAST SUSSEX £2,500,000

CROWBOROUGH GUIDE PRICEEAST SUSSEX £2,950,000

NR SEVENOAKS GUIDE PRICEKENT £2,275,000

WROTHAM GUIDE PRICEKENT £2,750,000

T he diverging fortunes of the prime London property market when compared with the country house market is helping to fuel a steady exodus from the capital to the countryside. For many, the meteoric rise in the value of their

London home in recent years is providing the perfect springboard to greener pastures.

From Hampshire to Worcestershire, Sussex to Scotland, buyers are seeing the proceeds of their London sale go further than ever before, with grand country houses proving an irresistible draw. They are being joined by international buyers too, who are discovering the UK’s rural charm and have been leading the bidding on some of the country’s biggest estate sales recently.

The lifestyle benefits are one of the key attractions – the opportunity to swap the constant hum of traffic and a coffee shop on every corner for the sound of cockerels and an orchard in the garden. As well as the idyllic country property and grounds, there’s also the landscape on your doorstep.

Add to this a plethora of good schools, an enviable work-life balance and great food (85 of the UK’s 158 Michelin-starred restaurants are located outside of London), and it’s easy to see why so many purchasers are actively looking for their next home beyond the capital.

Technology improvements including fast, reliable internet means working from home is a viable option. This means that those leaving London can choose to retain their work links with the capital while cutting down on their commuting time and costs. Pick the right location, and you can even find that your train to the office is quicker than commuting from Fulham or Chelsea.

The move to the country can also create new forms of income. Larger properties and more land open up the possibility to do anything from renting out holiday cottages to growing your own vegetables.

Whether you are looking for a country property or are considering selling, good local advice is vital. Here in Kent and Sussex, we find that a great many deals are concluded off market, or depend on buyers being able to move fast to secure the most desirable properties. If this is of interest, our team would be delighted to tell you more.

Making the move from

city to country

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a lifestyle choice

A SELECTION OF PROPERTIES for sale

1. Cowden KENT

2. Sandgate kent

1 A redevelopment opportunity with planning consent to create a splendid residence.

w 4 reception rooms w 6 bedrooms w 4 bathrooms w Garden w Tennis court w Outbuildings

In all about 2.7 acres

GUIDE PRICE £950,000

2 A handsome Regency house with separate accommodation and stunning sea views.

w 4/6 reception rooms w 5/9 bedrooms w 4/6 bathrooms w Garden w Patio/terrace w Set off the Sandgate Esplanade

Approximately 5,130 to 6,879 sq ft

GUIDE PRICE £1,350,000

3 An impressive new build country house situated in a delightful, yet accessible rural location. EPC rating C.

w 3 reception rooms w 3 bedrooms w 3 bathrooms w Pretty garden

In all about 0.89 acre


4 Superbly positioned Colonial style country house with far reaching countryside views. EPC rating C.

w 3 reception rooms w 5/6 bedrooms w 5 bathrooms w Attractive gardens and grounds w Triple garage



5 Attractive Grade II listed farmhouse situated in a quite outstanding secluded position.

w 3 reception rooms w 4 bedrooms w 2 bathrooms w Along a 2 mile long private track

w Gardens and grounds w Wonderful views



6 A substantial detached family house within walking distance of the town. EPC rating F.

w 5/6 reception rooms w 6/8 bedrooms w 3/4 bathrooms w Swimming pool w Gardens and terrace



3. Cowden kent

4. Wadhurst east sussex

5. Goudhurst kent

6. Tunbridge Wells kent

PROPERTIES for sale IN KENT and SUSSEXBelow we highlight just a small selection of properties currently for sale in Kent and Sussex with Knight Frank. Please call to find out about other properties we have available which suit your requirements.

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A SELECTION OF PROPERTIES for sale

11 A superbly presented and extended family house. EPC rating D.

w 3 reception rooms w 5 bedrooms w 3 bathrooms w Kitchen/breakfast room w Attractive front and rear gardens

w Conservatory



7 Substantial Grade II listed house occupying a delightful setting on the edge of Hawkhurst.

w 3 reception rooms w 6 bedrooms w 4 bathrooms w Attractive gardens and grounds w Swimming pool w Tennis court



12 A superb new family house approaching 3,250 sq ft set in delightful established gardens. EPC rating B.

w 4 reception rooms w 5 bedrooms w 3 bathrooms w Kitchen/breakfast room w Gardens and woodland w Cinema room, gym



8 A beautiful Grade II listed hall house set in the middle of Seal Village.

w 4 reception rooms w 5 bedrooms w 2 bathrooms w Kitchen/breakfast room w Attractive enclosed gardens



13 A beautifully refurbished family home with a detached coach house. EPC rating D.

w 3 reception rooms w 6 bedrooms w 4 bathrooms w Kitchen/breakfast room w 3 bedroom coach house w Heated swimming pool, garden and paddock



9 An attractive oast conversion within the most beautiful rural setting. EPC rating F.

w 3 reception rooms w 5 bedrooms w 2 bathrooms w Kitchen/breakfast room w Landscaped garden w Open barn with enclosed games room/studio



14 A striking, contemporary designed country house with remarkable views. EPC rating B.

w 5 bedrooms w 5 bathrooms w Kitchen/breakfast/family room w Beautiful landscaped gardens w Swimming pool with pool house and sauna



10 An attractive Grade II listed period family house in Hever.

w 3 reception rooms w 5 bedrooms w 3 bathrooms w Kitchen/breakfast room w Garden and woodland copse w Studio, garage and outbuildings

In all about 1 acre


11. Sevenoaks KENT

7. Hawkhurst kent

12. Bayleys Hill, Sevenoaks Kent

8. Seal, Sevenoaks KENT

13. Ightham Kent

9. Chiddingstone KENT

14. Crockham Hill Kent

10. Hever KENT


A SELECTION OF RECENTLY SOLD PROPERTIES

5. Tunbridge Wells Kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,650,000

6. Tunbridge Wells KENT

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,650,000

7. Rolvenden kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£595,000

1. Speldhurst kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£3,350,000

8. Hartfield east sussex

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,450,000

2. Rolvenden kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,600,000

9. Tunbridge Wells kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£2,500,000

3. East Grinstead east Sussex

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£3,500,000

10. Frant east sussex

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,495,000

4. Goudhurst kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£995,000

PROPERTIES sold IN KENT and SUSSEXOur track record has always set us apart from our competitors and illustrated below is an impressive selection of properties we have recently sold in Kent and Sussex.


A SELECTION OF RECENTLY SOLD PROPERTIES

17. LEEDS Kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£995,000

11. Tunbridge Wells KENT

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£2,450,000

18. Addington Kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,000,000

12. Sevenoaks KENT

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£999,000

19. Hever Kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,250,000

13. Sevenoaks KENT

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,100,000

20. Lingfield SURREY

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,300,000

14. Sevenoaks KENT

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,400,000

21. Shipbourne Kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£2,500,000

15. Sevenoaks KENT

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£1,600,000

22. Tonbridge Kent

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£2,750,000

16. Ightham KENT

SOLDGUIDE PRICE

£2,500,000


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nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by

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