IN THE
April 2026 The Property & Lifestyle Magazine COUNTRY & TOWN
- PROPERTY - To Buy To Rent this spring / summer
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Within This Issue...
P.8 - Hartley Wintney, Hampshire Guide £1,395,000
P.58 Bramley, Hampshire Guide Lot 1 £1,895,000 / Lot 2 £2,295,000
P.52 North Warnborough, Hampshire - Guide £775,000
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P. 124 North Warnborough, Hampshire Guide £350,000
P. 138 Fleet, Hampshire Guide £575,000
P. 12 Upton Grey, Hampshire - Guide £2,500,000
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A Collection Of Exquisite Properties And Engaging Editorial
P. 70 INTERIORS - A Haven of Peace: Colouring an English Home for Calm
P. 118 CLASSIC BUYERS For some classic car or motorcycle enthusiasts it’s all about the garage
P. 39 Crondall, Nr Farnham, Surrey Guide £1,750 p.c.m.
P. 100 FOOD How About A BBQ With A Caribbean Twist - Weather Permitting?
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P.30 Well, Nr. Crondall To Let - Guide £5,500 p.c.m.
P.90 Wellingtonia Avenue, Crowthorne, Berkshire - Guide £2,500,000
P. 54 PREVIEW: North Warnborough, Hampshire - Guide £1,070,000
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IN THE COUNTRY &TOWN Welcome to
Creating the inspiration to move
If home owners and buyers cannot influence the news cycle, they can still shape their immediate future: moving closer to family, trading space for commute, or finally securing that garden.This pragmatic optimism, tempered by careful budgeting and realism on price, helps keep chains moving.
The Market
Against a backdrop of international turmoil, the UK’s residential sales market, especially in the South East, continues to display striking resilience. Even as headlines are dominated by the Iran/US war and its longer-term economic reverberations, transaction pipelines remain active, pricing is broadly stable, and buyer intent appears stubbornly intact across core commuter belts and well-connected towns. This is not an isolated episode. Recent history shows a pattern: during the Covid crisis, prices rose - most notably for homes with gardens, workspace, and access to green space, as buyers reassessed priorities.The war in Ukraine sent shockwaves through energy markets and inflation, yet the UK housing market absorbed the blow better than many expected.While mortgage costs did rise and activity cooled in segments, outright distress was limited and values generally held, particularly where schools, transport, and amenities underpin demand. Several fundamentals help explain this durability. Chronic under supply, especially in the South East, supports prices even when sentiment wavers.A tight labour market and accumulated household savings cushions demand.The prevalence of fixed-rate mortgages slows the pass-through of shocks. In addition high rents nudge would-be buyers toward ownership despite rate headwinds. International uncertainty can also redirect capital toward perceived safe, rules-based jurisdictions - prime UK housing often benefits. But there is a deeper, human explanation.After years of rolling crises, many households seem unwilling to let distant geopolitics permanently defer life decisions.
moving home remains a priority
No market is fully insulated.Yet the UK housing story, and the South East in particular, continues to show that clear needs, finite supply, and determined buyers can outweigh even a noisy global backdrop.
The Renters Rights Act
At McCarthy Holden we are busy getting our Landlords and Tenants ready for implementing the new Renters Rights Act legislations, including where there is a tenant in situ with an Assured Shorthold tenancy (AST), which will automatically become a ‘statutory periodic tenancy’ from 1st May. There are many changes a Landlord should be aware of, from abolishment of ‘no-fault’ Section 21 Evictions to future rental increases. For an initial insight take a look at this news item on the McCarthy Holden web site.
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And for renters, this property below at £5,500 p.c.m. is simply stunning.
How Is The Government Progressing On Increased Housing Supply?
The short answer is mixed, with targets still unmet but reforms in train.
Overall supply (England): Net additional dwellings remain below the long‑standing 300,000 per year ambition.
Planning reform (England):The government has moved to re‑tighten housing targets and speed decisions including the hiring of more planners.A New Towns/large sites programme and limited “grey belt” releases are being advanced.These are in implementation/consultation phases, so impact will be lagged. Affordable housing: Delivery remains below need.The Affordable Homes Programme has faced cost pressures and slippage. Bottom line:Although policy direction now strongly pro‑build (targets, brownfield presumption, large sites), tangible uplift in completions is likely to be gradual.
Guide: £5,500 p.c.m.
Editorial
In this issue some of our editorial content includes insights into what might be going on in the mind of a house buyer with a classic car collection, a barbecue recipe with a Caribbean twist, interior design and some thoughts in how to modernise an outdated 1970’s /1980’s bathroom.
Property Selection
In this magazine we are showcasing some fine properties to buy or rent. Buyers can see homes from £350,000 to £2,500,000
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P. 70
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Guide: £350,000
Market Outlook
Overall, expect steady demand on the property sales front and modest rental growth in strong micro-markets, and continued importance of quality and location.
John Holden - Chairman McCarthy Holden
Guide £2,500,000
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Guide Price: £1,395,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Hartley Wintney, Hampshire
• Superb Location • Five Bedrooms •
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Hartley Wintney, Hampshire Guide: £1,395,000
• Detached Double Garage With Room Above • En-Suite and Two Bathrooms •
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Set in a small development adjacent open countryside, this spacious and versatile home provides five bedrooms, sitting, dining, family, and study rooms, contemporary kitchen with utility, principal en-suite, two additional bathrooms, and double garage with room above which could provide further space for a variety of uses (subject to consents). EPC C (69) - Telephone 01252 842100
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UPTON GREY, Hampshire Guide Price: £2,500,000 Telephone 01256 704851
• Grounds Of Around Two Acres • Sought After Location •
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Situated within the sought after village of Upton Grey, Holborn Grange is a fine six-bedroom detached country house which has been meticulously rebuilt by the current owner, offering over 8,000 square feet of accommodation and set within around 2 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Benefits to this property include six reception rooms, a spectacular 32ft vaulted main bedroom with Juliet balcony that provides stunning views over the garden, ample driveway parking, an outdoor heated swimming pool, a separate pool house and a one-bedroom annexe with a double garage.
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UPTON GREY, Hampshire
Ground Floor
The vast light and airy entrance hall sets the scene for exploring superb spaces, with six spacious reception rooms the accommodation comprises of study with stairs to the first floor, 21ft family room with a beautiful bay window overlooking the garden and a feature open fireplace, dining room, a bespoke kitchen with quartz countertops, a functional island, and built-in bosch appliances which include induction hob, double oven, laundry facilities and plenty of additional appliance space. French doors which give you access into the rear garden.
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The 25ft living room offers a fantastic entertaining space with a raised floor and access to a cloakroom. Next to the living room you have a gym and a wonderful light/airy oak framed snug with vaulted ceiling and views/access over the garden and the Hoddington Estate. Also on the ground floor there is bedroom six / guest room which offers en-suite facilities and there is a second downstairs cloakroom.
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UPTON GREY, Hampshire
First Floor
On the first floor, the property offers five generous bedrooms with built in storage and a dressing room.The stunning vaulted main bedroom offers wonderful accommodation and views over the grounds through the Juliet balcony. Within this room you have a walk in dressing room, additional wardrobes and a beautiful presented en-suite with toilet, sink, bath and shower.The accommodation is finished with the substantial main bathroom with a generous bath, toilet, sink and shower.
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ALL PHOTOGRAPHS ON THESE TWO PAGES ARE OF THE MAIN BEDROOM SUITE
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UPTON GREY, Hampshire
Pool House & Swimming Pool
The detached pool house sits at the rear of the garden overlooking the heated swimming pool.The accommodation within the pool house is excellent, comprising of an entrance area with bi-folding doors opening to the patio beside the swimming pool, separate male and female changing rooms, shower facilities, utility area with a kitchen and plenty of storage. Upstairs a 30ft bedroom/living area gives guests extra spaces to stay over or relax and the accommodation is finished with the pump room and additional storage area.
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Guide Price: O.I.E.O. £2,000,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Heath Ride, Finchampstead, Berkshire
• Superb Location •Grounds Circa 1 Acre •
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Hathe Ride, Finchampstead, Berkshire Guide: O.I.E.O. £2,000,000
• Twin Double Garages • Garden Room / Home Work Space •
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Set within a generous plot of just under one acre, this substantial family residence offers an exceptional blend of space, flexibility and high-quality finishes throughout.The property’s adaptable layout allows for either four generously sized bedrooms or up to six, depending on your requirements (two rooms currently in use as a Study and Gymnasium). The property is ideally positioned close to popular local schools, making it a superb choice for families seeking both convenience and a tranquil setting. EPC D (67) - Telephone 01252 842100
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Letting Agency Services With Experienced Personnel • Fleet Branch Focus •
Landlords can rest assured that representatives of McCarthy Holden looking after their properties are experienced and highly professional.
At our Fleet branch you will find a wealth of experience and abilities and the re-assurance of ARLA and SAFEAGENT memberships.
If you are a Landlord looking for excellent property marketing and reliable property management, then contact us for a free valuation.
Telephone 01252 622550
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Nicola Bremner (MARLA) Director - Almost 20 years with McCarthy Holden and leader of this division.
Penny Quinn Property Management - Vast experience in this specialised job for house maintenance.
Sandra Gardner (MARLA) Property visits and renewals - 15 years with McCarthy Holden in this key job role.
Ashlyn Moss Property Consultant - Sales, viewings and initial lease agreement drafting.
Elizabeth Busbridge Property Consultant - Sales, viewings and initial lease agreement drafting.
Julie Adams (MARLA) Manager - All aspects of the lettings functions in our Fleet branch.
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Guide Price: £3,950 p.c.m. Telephone 01252 622550 Fleet (Blue Triangle), Hampshire
• Five Bedrooms • Superb Location •
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A substantial 4 bedroom detached period home with character, offering flexible accommodation and countryside views. Gated entrance, ample parking plus 2 garages. Unfurnished, available now. Energy Efficiency rating - E /Council Tax Band - G / Tenancy Length – 12 months ADDITIONAL CHARGES WILL APPLY – CONTACT AGENT FOR DETAILS Telephone 01252 622550
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Character House In Prime Location
• similar property wanted •
Guide Price: £3,500 p.c.m. Telephone 01252 622550 Hazeley Heath, Nr. Hartley Wintney, Hampshire
• Four Bedrooms • Far Reaching Rural Views •
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1 The Tithe Barn
Guide Price: £5,500 p.c.m. Telephone 01252 622550 Well, Nr. Crondall, On The Surrey / Hampshire Borders
• Four Bedrooms • Far Reaching Rural Views •
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1 The Tithe Barn
• Above Inset Photos - Annexe Rooms •
Well, Nr. Crondall, On The Surrey / Hampshire Borders Guide: £5,500 p.c.m.
• Early Viewing Recommended • Excellent Kitchen/Dining Room •
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An exceptional four bedroom barn conversion with separate annexe offering spacious living accommodation, located in the tranquil village of Well.The property has been thoughtfully designed, boasting generous living spaces, and benefits from a large garden with views over countryside. Unfurnished, available now.
Energy Efficiency rating - B /Council Tax Band - tbc / Tenancy Length – 12 months ADDITIONAL CHARGES WILL APPLY – CONTACT AGENT FOR DETAILS Telephone 01252 622550
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2 The Tithe Barn
Guide Price: £5,500 p.c.m. Telephone 01252 622550 Well, Nr. Crondall, On The Surrey / Hampshire Borders
• Four Bedrooms • Far Reaching Rural Views •
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Character House In Odiham High Street • similar property wanted •
Guide Price: £4,000 p.c.m. Telephone 01252 622550 Odiham, Hampshire
• Four Bedrooms • Superb Kitchen •
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Hartley Wintney, Hampshire Guide: £1,800 p.c.m.
A two bedroom mews home near the Cricket Green, set in a courtyard close to village amenities. High specification open-plan kitchen and living area, bi-fold doors to courtyard garden, vaulted ceilings, modern bathroom and private parking.
Energy Efficiency rating - B /Council tax Band - E / Tenancy Length – 12 months. ADDITIONAL CHARGES WILL APPLY – CONTACT AGENT FOR DETAILS Tel: 01252 622550
• Two Bedrooms • Superb Kitchen •
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Crondall, Nr Farnham, Surrey Guide: £1,750 p.c.m.
A well-presented three bedroom cottage that has been refurbished throughout located in the much sought-after village of Crondall. Unfurnished and available from April 2026. Energy Efficiency rating - D /Council Tax Band - D / Tenancy Length – 12 months ADDITIONAL CHARGES WILL APPLY – CONTACT AGENT FOR DETAILS Tel: 01252 622550
• Three Bedrooms • Well Presented Interior •
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Guide Price: £1,850,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Hartley Wintney / Elvetham, Hampshire
• Wonderful Grounds • Exquisite Character Spaces •
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Equestrian House Buyers will be on the move early 2026!
If you are thinking of selling an equestrian / country house with land contact McCarthy Holden to have a free no obligation valuation and discover buyers in this niche market.
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Guide Price: £1,050,000 Telephone 012526 704851 Old Basing, Hampshire
• Wonderful Kitchen / Family Room • Immense Character •
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Old Basing, Hampshire Guide: £1,050,000
• Double Garage • Three Bathrooms • Five Bedrooms •
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Beautiful Grade II listed thatched cottage in Old Basing, dating to the 1580s and set within nearly half an acre. Featuring period charm, open-plan kitchen, multiple reception rooms, five bedrooms, landscaped gardens, private driveway, and detached garage. EPC D (63) - Telephone 012526 704851
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South Warnborough, Hampshire Guide: £865,000
• Double Garage • Southerly Facing Rear Garden • Four Bedrooms •
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Situated within the heart of the sought after village of South Warnborough, this well-presented four-bedroom detached family home is located on a peaceful no through road.The property is light and bright offering spacious, flexible accommodation throughout.With an opportunity to extend, previous planning approval was granted for a side and rear extension plus additional garage space creating a triple garage. Planning ref no: 08/00496/FUL EPC E (45) - Telephone 012526 704851
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Fouquebrun, France Guide: £325,000 GBP
• Stone Building With Tiled Roofs • 2 Bedrooms Plus Studio With 2 Smaller Bedrooms •
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A Traditional Stone Farmhouse dating from the eighteenth century, built on a hilltop offering stunning views.The grounds are of particular note extending to over an acre. Accommodation includes bedrooms with panoramic views across beautiful countryside.There is Hall, Kitchen with dining area, bathroom, lounge with exposed beams and some old stone features including a grand fireplace. Oil fired central heating system and laundry facilities. Telephone 01252 842100
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North Warnborough, Hampshire Guide: £775,000
• Stunning Kitchen/Dining/Living Room • Four Bedrooms & Two Bathrroms •
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This beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home is situated in the highly sought-after Hampshire village of North Warnborough, tucked away on a no-through road.Thoughtfully updated and modernised to a high standard by the current owners, the property offers flexible and stylish family living throughout. EPC C (76) - Telephone 012526 704851
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Guide Price: £1,070,000 Telephone 012526 704851 North Warnborough, Hampshire
• Excellent Kitchen • Semi-Rural Setting •
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North Warnborough, Hampshire Guide: £1,070,000
• Immense Character • Four Bedrooms •
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This delightful, well-proportioned four-bedroom character cottage enjoys picturesque views over countryside, often dotted with grazing Highland cattle nestled in a semi-rural setting. EPC E (54) - Telephone 012526 704851
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Guide Price: £1,895,000 / £2,295,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Bramley, Hampshire
• Rural Location • Five Bedrooms • Grounds Of Circa 3.5 Acres •
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Available in two lots Lot 1 £1,895,000 Lot 2 £2,295,000
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Set in wonderful countryside on the Hampshire / Berkshire borders, this exceptional property provides an extraordinary mix of property assets. Originally dating back some 200 years this character farmhouse is offered to market in two lots, with the potential to purchase further acreage or outbuildings adjacent if so desired (by separate negotiation).
EPC n/a - Telephone 01252 842100
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Lot 1 £1,895,000
Including a superb residential farmhouse, a brick stable building with 7 loose boxes and a long timber building for perhaps gym or home office use. Available with a total plot of around 3.5 acres - aproximately 2 acres of which is paddock. EPC n/a - Telephone 01252 842100
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Lot 2 £2,295,000
Includes Lot 1, Plus Additonal Land And Outbuildings
EPC n/a - Telephone 01252 842100
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Guide Price: £1,400,000 Telephone 01252 620640 Fleet (Blue Triangle), Hampshire
• Five Bedrooms • Detached Double Garage •
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Fleet (Blue Triangle), Hampshire Guide: £1,400,000
• Early Viewing Recommended • Open-Plan Kitchen/Dining •
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This striking Berkeley Homes built five bedroom detached house, combines elegant and versatile living.With bright reception rooms, a conservatory, formal dining, study, and spacious kitchen/breakfast room, it’s perfect for family life. Easterly gardens, driveway, and a detached double garage complete this lovely family home..
EPC D (63) - Telephone 01252 620640
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Guide Price: O.I.E.O. £1,250,000 Telephone 01252 620640 Fleet, Hampshire
• Wonderful Kitchen / Family Room • Five Bedrooms •
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Fleet, Hampshire Guide: O.I.E.O. £1,250,000
• Double Garage • Two En-Suite and Family Bathroom • Select Gated Development •
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Nestled within an exclusive private development, this impressive property offers an exceptional blend of luxury and tranquility.This detached family home boasts five bedrooms, including a main bedroom with dressing room and luxury
ensuite, and four elegant reception rooms. EPC C (73) - Telephone 01252 620640
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INTERIORS
The kitchen:
Grounded freshness Kitchens work best as serene workshops - ordered, tactile, and quietly cheerful. Sage and olive greens anchor the room to nature; they pair beautifully with pale, warm neutrals on walls and ceilings. Think: mid-sage cabinetry, linen-white walls, and warm oak or honeyed beech accents. If you love blue, choose a greyed, smoky blue for islands or lower units, balanced with creamy off-whites rather than bright whites. For wallpaper, use it sparingly: a small breakfast nook clad in a delicate botanical or block-printed sprig pattern can soften the hum of appliances.
A Haven of Peace: Colouring an English Home for Calm
In a world that hums too loudly, the most radical luxury is a quiet home.
In England, where the light can be soft and cool, calm design is less about stark minimalism and more about gentleness: hues with softened edges, natural textures, and patterns that breathe.The goal is not to impress but to exhale - rooms that slow the pulse, not steal the show.
Begin with the light.
Northern light leans blue, so colours can read cooler than on the tester card. Choose paints with warm undertones - grey-greens with a drop of yellow, stone neutrals touched by pink or mushroom, and blues muddied with grey. Aim for low-contrast transitions between walls, woodwork, and ceilings; the eye rests when it isn’t jolted from shade to shade. Flat or matte finishes feel softer than high-sheen; soft sheen in kitchens and bathrooms adds practicality without glare.
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Tile with soft, handmade character - chalky zellige in warm white, celadon, or pale eucalyptus - adds depth without noise. Brass or aged bronze hardware warms the palette; keep worktops quiet (oatmeal quartz, honed marble, or wood with a matte oil). Under-cabinet lighting and warm bulbs (around 2700K) keep the space cosy through grey afternoons.
The main bedroom - cocooning serenity:
Bedrooms should feel like dusk. Choose enveloping colours - moss, muted teal, warm taupe, or a tender plaster pink - that wrap the room, skirting to ceiling.A mid-tone on walls with a shade deeper on woodwork lends softness and quiet structure.Alternatively, go tone- on-tone: a gentle greige across walls and ceiling, curtains in a slightly darker sibling, bed linen in chalky white and mushroom. Wallpaper is at its best here. Look for small-scale, hand- drawn florals, willow fronds, or simple stripes in faded tones - patterns that suggest nature without shouting it. If you want to be brave go for a large scale nature inspired wallpaper. If you prefer plain walls, panel the headboard wall and paint it a few shades deeper than the others for a restful focal point. Layer textures that whisper: linen, brushed cotton, wool throws, a tufted rug underfoot. Keep metallics subdued - antique brass over chrome and limit contrast. Night lighting should be low, warm, and directional; a pendant on a dimmer plus bedside lamps with fabric shades will do more for peace than any colour alone.
For pattern, think water and meadow: fine reed stripes, lily pads, or a minimal Japanese wave motif.A small wallpapered cloakroom can carry bolder pattern, but in the main bathroom keep it airy.
The bathroom:
Bathrooms thrive on clarity and softness. Start with a warm white or pale stone on walls, then introduce colour through tiles or a half-height panel in sea-glass green, soft aqua, or clay. Avoid icy whites; look for creamy bases and honed finishes to diffuse light.A single gentle hue, pistachio, pale sage, or a whisper-blue across walls and bath panel feels cohesive and fresh.
Natural materials - oiled oak shelves, wicker baskets, pebble or terrazzo-style floors add warmth and touch.
Pulling it together
• Keep a connected palette: three families repeated throughout - grey-green, warm neutral, and softened blue or blush. • Blur edges: paint ceilings a half-tone of the walls; echo cabinet colours in textiles. • Prioritise matte, tactile finishes and warm lighting. • Let pattern be small-scale, nature-led, and slightly faded. Peace is cumulative: it’s the sum of kind colours, hushed textures, and gentle light. In an English home, where the sky often lends its own soft filter, these choices don’t just decorate; they restore.
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Guide Price: £2,350,000 Telephone 01252 620640 Fleet (Blue Triangle), Hampshire
• Wonderful Grounds •Around 6,000 sq. ft. of Exquisite Space •
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Guide Price: O.I.E.O. £1,500,000 Telephone 01252 620640 Fleet, Hampshire
• Desirable Location Near Fleet Pond Nature Reserve • Four Bedrooms • Annexe •
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Fleet, Hampshire Guide: O.I.E.O. £1,500,000
• Exquisite Interior • Immense Character • Stunning Kitchen •
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Set along a sought after residential road close to Fleet Pond Nature Reserve, this elegant Edwardian home has been thoughtfully extended and beautifully updated to provide versatile living space, further enhanced by a high quality one bedroom annexe . Brimming with character, the house retains many period features including exposed floorboards and charming fireplaces, while offering modern comforts and generous proportions throughout. EPC C (72) - Telephone 01252 620640
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Guide Price: £1,800,000 Telephone 01256 704851 Upton Grey, Hampshire
• Wonderful Kitchen / Family Room • Five Bedrooms •
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Upton Grey, Hampshire Guide: £1,800,000
• Double Garage • Luxurious Principal Suite • Around 3,500 Sq. Ft. Of Space •
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An impressive five bedroom detached home situated in the picturesque village of Upton Grey, set in a quiet cul- de-sac with countryside views. Offering over 3,500 sq ft of accommodation, this stunning home features a high specification open plan kitchen, multiple reception rooms, luxurious principal suite, landscaped
garden, double garage, and ample parking. EPC B (86) - Telephone 01256 704851
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Guide Price: £1,150,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Fleet Lane, Finchampstead, Berkshire
• Wonderful Kitchen / Dining Area • Countryside Views •
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Fleet Lane, Finchampstead, Berkshire Guide: £1,150,000
• Double Garage • Summer House & Landscaped Garden • Around 2,000 Sq. Ft. •
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This beautifully presented four bedroom detached bungalow offers a rare opportunity to enjoy spacious single level living with sweeping countryside views. Set back from the road in a peaceful rural location, the property features a generous driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles. Of particular note is the thoughtfully designed interior including a beautiful contemporary open plan kitchen and dining area. EPC D (68) - Telephone 01256 704851
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Guide Price: £1,650,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Hollybush Ride, Finchampstead, Berkshire
• Five Bedroom Home • Planning For A Separate Dwelling •
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Hollybush Ride, Finchampstead, Berkshire Guide: £1,650,000
• Sought After Location • Unique Opportunity •
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Unique five-bedroom woodland home in Finchampstead with flexible living, character features, and garden views. Includes planning for a separate three-bedroom dwelling and extension, plus gated parking and extensive grounds with outdoor entertaining space. EPC C (73) - Telephone 01252 842100
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Guide Price: £2,500,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Wellingtonia Avenue, Crowthorne, Berkshire
• Gated Driveway Access • Wonderful Setting - Wellington College Nearby •
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Wellingtonia Avenue, Crowthorne, Berkshire Guide: £2,500,000
• Sought After Location • Grounds Of Around 3 Acres •
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A truly unique property in a secluded, yet remarkably convenient right on the Crowthorne/Finchampstead boundary lines. Settled in a simply stunning plot of just under 3 acres and accessed over a restricted access byway this rare rural idyl is a must see property.The property offers accommodation of around 3500 square feet as well as a further 1500 square feet of additional space formed of garage, car port, workshop and a sizeable greenhouse with adjoined art studio.
EPC D (63) - Telephone 01252 842100
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Guide Price: £1,250,000 Telephone 01252 842100 Hartley Wintney, Hampshire
• Four / Five Bedroom Home • Grounds Of Around One Acre •
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Hartley Wintney, Hampshire Guide: £1,250,000
• One Bedroom Annexe • Immense Character •
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Accessed via electronic gates to a generous driveway, this beautiful Grade II listed farmhouse sits in grounds of around one acre in a semi-rural setting. The 4–5 bedrooms are further complemented by an attached one bedroom annexe. The period features, farmhouse kitchen, gated driveway, gardens, and orchard/field, combine character with flexible living. EPC E (48) - Telephone 01252 842100
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Odiham, Hampshire Guide: £825,000
• Sought After Vilage Location • No Onward Chain •
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A charming Grade II listed three bedroom home in central Odiham, offered with no onward chain. Features include character interiors, two reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, walled garden with patio, and well-sized bedrooms with built-in storage. EPC n/a - Telephone 01256 704851
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FOOD How About A BBQ With A Caribbean Twist - Weather Permitting? Spring in England begs for the sizzle of a garden barbeque, yet the sky loves a plot twist. This Spring or Summer, why not embrace a Caribbean twist: bright flavours, smoky spice, and easy conviviality, with a plan that holds whether the forecast says blazing sun or surprise shower. Here are some tips and thoughts to consider.
Jerk chicken thighs: Bone-in, skin-on for juiciness.
Green-seasoned lamb chops: Fragrant, herby, grill-kissed.
Prawns with Scotch bonnet–lime butter: Fast, dramatic.
Grilled halloumi with pineapple salsa: Veg-forward, big flavour.
Quick recipes (serve 4–6)
1. Classic jerk chicken
Marinade: 6 spring onions, 3 garlic cloves, 1 thumb ginger, 1–2 Scotch bonnets (seeded for less heat), 2 tsp allspice, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp oil, 1 tsp salt. Blitz. Method:Toss 1.2–1.5 kg chicken thighs in marinade; chill overnight. Grill over medium heat with lid, 25–30 min, turning, until 75°C internal and lightly charred. Finish with a squeeze of lime.
Plan for sunshine - with a rain back-up
Gear: A lidded kettle or gas BBQ doubles as an oven if drizzle hits. Keep a grill-safe cast-iron pan and a baking tray ready to move items indoors.A pop-up gazebo (with sides) and a stack of umbrellas save the day. Prep smart: Marinate the night before; par-cook dense items (wings, corn) in the oven to finish on the grill fast. Keep a warm oven at 100°C for holding. Flow: Set a self-serve drinks station and a “finish-on-the- grill” menu so the cook isn’t drenched. Calypso or reggae playlist, battery speaker, fairy lights - done. The Caribbean twist: smoke, citrus, heat, and sweetness Think jerk spice, green seasoning, Scotch bonnet heat (used judiciously), tropical fruit acids, and a little rum and brown sugar on the glaze.
1. Green-seasoned lamb chops
Paste: Blend 1 bunch coriander, 1 small bunch parsley, 4 spring onions, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tsp allspice, zest/juice of 1 lime, 2 tbsp oil, 1 tsp salt. Method: Coat 8 lamb chops; marinate 2–6 hours. Grill 2–3 min per side to medium; rest 5 min. Optional glaze: brush with 1 tbsp warmed honey plus 1 tsp rum last 30 seconds.
Prawns with Scotch bonnet–lime butter
Scotch bonnet–lime butter is a vibrant, spicy, and tangy compound butter made by blending softened butter with
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minced Scotch bonnet peppers, fresh lime juice (or zest), and often garlic or herbs. It is a popular Caribbean-inspired condiment used to add fiery flavour to grilled seafood, chicken, steaks, rice dishes, and roasted vegetables. Butter: Mash 75 g softened butter with 1 tsp finely minced Scotch bonnet, zest of 1 lime, pinch salt. Method: Skewer 500 g large prawns; oil and salt. Grill hot, 1–2 min per side.Toss in the butter and a splash of rum; finish with coriander.
Make-ahead crowd-pleasers
Rum-glazed plantains (Unlike sweet dessert bananas, they are larger, have thicker skins, and must be cooked before consumption):Toss ripe plantain slices with brown sugar, cinnamon, and oil; grill, then splash with a teaspoon of dark rum to caramelise. Pepper shrimp tray: Roast shell-on prawns with garlic, paprika, Scotch bonnet oil (a fiery, aromatic condiment made by infusing neutral oil, like rapeseed or avocado with Scotch bonnet peppers, often combined with aromatics like garlic, ginger, and shallots), and butter at 220°C for 8–10 min if rain hits.
Halloumi with pineapple-mango salsa
Salsa: 1 cup diced ripe pineapple, 1 small mango diced, 2 tbsp red onion, 1 tbsp lime juice, pinch salt, chopped coriander. Method: Slice 2 blocks halloumi; brush with oil. Grill until golden, 2–3 min per side.Top with salsa, drizzle of chilli oil if desired.
Drinks to match
Classic rum punch (1-2-3-4 rule): 1 part lime, 2 parts simple syrup, 3 parts dark rum, 4 parts water, dash Angostura; grate nutmeg. Ting with a Sting: Over ice, 50 ml white rum topped with Ting grapefruit soda and a lime wedge. Sorrel spritz: Hibiscus (sorrel) concentrate topped with prosecco or soda, ginger slice. No-alcohol: Coconut water with lime and mint; pineapple- ginger cooler. Final touch Set sauces on the side—extra jerk, mango chutney, hot pepper sauce—for custom heat. If the heavens open, move trays indoors, keep the grill master under the gazebo, and let the Caribbean warmth carry the day.
Sides that sing
Rice and peas: Cook basmati with coconut milk, thyme, spring onion, allspice, and tinned kidney beans. Finish with butter and black pepper. Corn with coconut-lime butter: Mix 50 g butter with 2 tbsp coconut cream, lime zest, pinch chilli; brush onto grilled corn. Festival (sweet fried dumplings): 1 cup flour, 1/3 cup fine cornmeal, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, pinch salt, splash vanilla; add water to a soft dough. Shape logs; fry golden. Great with jerk. Caribbean slaw: Finely shredded cabbage, carrot, spring onion, a little mango; dress with lime juice, mayo, and a touch of allspice.
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Hartley Wintney, Hampshire Guide: £895,000
• Four Bedrooms • No Onward Chain • Kitchen/Dining Room •
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A modern, stylish four bedroom detached home in a quiet Hartley Wintney cul-de-sac, offering spacious living, kitchen/dining room, study, main bedroom with en suite, private garden, garage and parking for multiple vehicles — ideal for families and professionals seeking comfort and convenience. EPC B (85) - Telephone 01252 842100
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Guide Price: OIEO £1,500,000 Telephone 01256 704851 Dogmersfield, Hampshire
• Three Bathrooms • Six Bedrooms •
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Dogmersfield, Hampshire Guide: OIEO £1,500,000
• Superb Kitchen / Diner • Beautiful Garden with Countryside Views •
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Entered via private electric gates, this impressive six bedroom detached family home sits within private grounds in excess of one acre, and is nestled in the desirable Hampshire village of Dogmersfield enjoying wonderful countryside views. EPC D (59) - Telephone 01256 704851
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Guide Price: £1,000,000 Telephone 01252 620640 Fleet, Hampshire
• Four Bedrooms • Superb Kitchen • No Onward Chain •
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Fleet, Hampshire Guide: £1,000,000
• Excellent Interior • Feature Garden •
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This extended six bedroom home offers modern, versatile living across three storeys. Featuring an impressive open plan kitchen/breakfast/dining space, three reception rooms, study, gym, and high quality finishes, the property provides space, style, and convenience for family life
EPC C (72) - Telephone 01252 620640
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Guide Price: £1,650,000 Telephone 01252 620640 Fleet (Blue Triangle), Hampshire
• Six Bedrooms • Superb Kitchen • Around 4,000 Sq. Ft. Of Space •
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Fleet (Blue Triangle), Hampshire Guide: £1,650,000
• Excellent Interior • Feature Garden •
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A substantial 4,000+ sq ft family home in Fleet’s Blue Triangle, built 7 years ago. Offering six bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, luxury kitchen, four en-suites, games room, double garage, gated parking, and landscaped garden with patio. Ideally situated for the commuter, with ease of access to Fleet main line station.
EPC B (86) - Telephone 01252 620640
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Power and light separate toy sheds from working workshops. Multiple 13A sockets at bench height, a dedicated 16A or 32A circuit for welders or compressors, and bright, high-CRI LED lighting reduce frustration and mistakes. Good ventilation and extraction keep fumes at bay; insulation, a modest heater, and a dehumidifier protect leather, chrome, and wood from damp - England’s quiet enemy. Epoxy-coated floors clean easily and resist fluids; a cold-water tap and drain (or at least an external wash area) make post-run rinses simple. Storage is sanity.Wall-mounted steel cabinets, pegboards, and labelled bins prevent duplicate purchases of Whitworth spanners. A mezzanine or loft hatch keeps bulky parts off the floor. If space is tight, a high-quality garden room or detached workshop (with proper foundations and electrics) can outclass a nominal “double” tacked to the house. Security is non-negotiable. Look for solid doors with anti- snap locks, a motorised roller shutter or sectional door, PIR lighting, an alarm integrated with the house, and CCTV covering drive and garage. High fences, thorny planting, and frosted glazing reduce prying eyes. Rural homes with barns are very tempting, but isolation demands layered security and perhaps a hidden ground anchor.
Classic Buyers! For some classic car or motorcycle enthusiasts it’s all about the garage For many British house buyers, the dream home comes with a whiff of petrol and the promise of Sundays spent fettling in the garage. Sensible advisers insist the house should come first - location, schools, structure, but classic car and motorcycle owners often make their minds up the moment they see the outbuildings.A proper garage is not a perk; it’s the beating heart of the hobby. This is an insight into the kind of features a classic car or motorcycle enthusiast might be looking for. What to look for starts with space - and not just square footage.Access matters: a wide, level drive, decent turning circle, and gates that open fully so you’re not threading a Capri through a needle. Inside, aim for at least a true double garage; add depth for a workbench and room to open doors without fear. Ceiling height can be decisive: 3.2–3.5 metres gives scope for a two-post lift; check slab thickness (around 150 mm reinforced concrete) and load-bearing walls before daydreaming about hoisting an E-Type aloft.
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property covenants that restrict use of outbuildings. Flood risks matter; damp and classics do not mix. Then there’s the intangible: proximity to good driving. In and around villages such as Odiham and Hartley Wintney such buyers are spoilt for choice!
Two-wheeled treasures:
• Triumph Bonneville and Norton Commando: quintessential Brit twins; spares and specialists thrive. • BSA Gold Star: nostalgia with investment gravity. • Honda CB750: the superbike that changed everything— reliable, collectible. • Yamaha RD350LC and Kawasaki Z1: two-stroke fizz and 1970s muscle. • Lambretta and Vespa: mod culture, compact to store, easy to love. • Royal Enfield classics: characterful singles with a faithful following. In the end, the perfect house for an enthusiast is a truce between heart and head.The kitchen will host breakfast, but the garage will host memories: late-night fixes before a dawn run, the satisfying click of a torque wrench. Get the structure right - space, power, dryness, security - and any English sky will feel like ideal weather.The cars and bikes are the collection; the right home is the museum, the workshop, and the launchpad.
What might be in the garage?
The English dream garage vehicle content is likely to be eclectic: • Jaguar E-Type: beauty with spares support; values steady. • MGB and Triumph TR6: usable, club-rich, parts plentiful. • Classic Mini: mischievous handling, huge tuning scene. • Land Rover Series/Defender: charm, utility, and galvanised-chassis upgrades. • Ford Escort Mk1/Mk2 and Capri: rally heritage, rising values, theft targets—secure them well. • Austin-Healey 3000: big-six soundtrack, blue-chip British roadster. • Continental favourites: • Porsche 911 (air-cooled): engineering art; demands dry storage and meticulous records. • Volkswagen Beetle/Camper: lifestyle as much as car; simple, joyous. • Peugeot 205 GTI: hot-hatch royalty; rust and originality separate the great from the good. • BMW E30 3 Series: robust, sweet to drive, with cult M and six-cylinder models.
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A rare early 1960’s Vauxhall Cresta PA (6 cylinder 2.6 litre engine).American styling made this 1960’s vehicle one of the most souht after cars of its time.
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Sometimes the living room is the owners preferred space to keep their precious classic vehicle!
This British cafe-racer classic takes pride of place in the house.
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Fleet, Hampshire Guide: £550,000
An impressive four bedroom semi-detached home in Elvetham Heath, offering versatile three storey living. Spacious kitchen/diner, double-aspect living room, two en-suites, garden with patio, garage access, and excellent local amenities nearby. EPC C (74) - Telephone 01252 620640
• Four Bedrooms • Garage • Superb Kitchen / Diner •
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Fleet, Hampshire Guide: £535,000
Modern three bedroom semi-detached Berkeley Homes property in Edenbrook, offering bright open-plan living, underfloor heating, en-suite to principal bedroom, family bathroom, private garden with patio, and two allocated parking spaces in a convenient, family friendly location. EPC C (77) - Telephone 01252 620640
• In Edenbrook Built By Berkely Homes • Three Bedrooms •
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Upton Grey, Hampshire Guide: £495,000
This attractive, three-bedroom Victorian cottage, dating from around 1850, is located in the highly sought after and picturesque village of Upton Grey.The property beautifully combines period charm with modern comfort and is offered to the market with no onward chain. EPC E (40) - Telephone 01256 704851
• Three Bedrooms • No Onward Chain • Village Location •
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South Warnborough, Hampshire Guide: £665,000
This charming Grade II listed, three-bedroom cottage, is nestled in the sought-after village of South Warnborough, effortlessly blending period charm with modern comfort.With many original features such as exposed beams and brickwork, stone flooring, and an impressive inglenook fireplace, this home exudes warmth and authenticity throughout. EPC n/a - Telephone 01256 704851
• Three Bedrooms • Village Location • Superb Kitchen / Dining •
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North Warnborough, Hampshire Guide: £350,000
Charming character cottage in North Warnborough with countryside views and no onward chain. Living room with fireplace, fitted kitchen, spacious bedroom, bonus loft room, updated shower room, and enclosed gardens with patio and outbuilding. EPC D (68) - Telephone 01256 704851
• Countryside Views • Competitive Price • No Onward Chain •
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